Is This Is Your First Time Being Pregnant? Here Are Some Helpful Pointers!

Pregnancy can be intimidating, especially if you don't know what to expect. Knowledge and preparation are key! Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to help you. We've got a few helpful pointers for the woman in her first pregnancy, in this week's blog. If you are looking for an OB at the Lake of the Ozarks you can count on, call Central Ozarks Medical Center today! Visit www.CentralOzarks.org.

Is This Is Your First Time Being Pregnant? Here Are Some Helpful Pointers!

STOP CONSUMING THINGS THAT ARE BAD FOR YOU AND YOUR BABY.

These items include but are not limited to:

• Alcohol
• Caffeinated beverages, such as coffee or soda
• Fish with high levels of mercury, like swordfish or shark
• Undercooked meat
• Raw eggs
• Lunch meat
• Hot dogs

...it's best to get a list from your doctor of everything you shouldn't eat, but these are a few good examples that will likely be on it.

REALIZE YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO GAIN WEIGHT AT THIS TIME.

According to the National Institute of Health:

"If you are underweight (BMI* less than 18.5), you should gain about 28 to 40 pounds,

normal weight (BMI of 18.5 to 24.9), you should gain about 25 to 35 pounds, overweight (BMI of 25 to 29.9), you should gain about 15 to 25 pounds, and obese (BMI of 30+), you should gain about 11 to 20 pounds."

CONSIDER TAKING PRENATAL VITAMINS, BUT ASK YOUR DOCTOR FIRST.

Many healthcare providers may advise you to take a prenatal vitamin every day, but it's best to ask your doctor what you should specifically do. Every mother-to-be is different.

We Wish You The Best With Your First Pregnancy!

A new baby is such a blessing! We wish you the absolute best in your journey to motherhood! Know that we can be here for you every step of the way. Knowledge and preparation are key to enjoying pregnancy. Our OB providers know that every birth is special and are honored that you have chosen them to guide you during your pregnancy and prenatal care. Their ultimate goal is for your continued good health and the delivery of a healthy newborn. COMC providers as well as their amazing staff of nurses will work to keep you informed and answer all of your questions from pregnancy confirmation to your post-partum check-up. To learn more about our Obstetrics services, please give us a call today. We can be reached at the phone numbers listed below. You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements.

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Looking For A New OB at the Lake of the Ozarks?

Finding the best OB at the Lake of the Ozarks to suit your needs can be challenging. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few factors to consider when searching for a new OB in this week's blog. You will also find some key information on the OB or Obstetrics services we provide here at Central Ozarks Medical Center below. 

Factors to Consider When Searching for a New OB

HOW LONG HAS THIS OB BEEN AN OB?

There are doctors with a high level of experience and there are doctors with little experience who may just be starting their careers. Then, there are doctors who are somewhere in the middle. This is important to know. This person is supposed to your guide throughout your entire pregnancy, so don't be afraid to ask about it when searching for a new OB.

HOW OFTEN WILL THIS OB BE AVAILABLE TO YOU?

When you are pregnant, it is likely that you will have many questions along the way, especially if this is your first pregnancy. You may not always think to ask these questions during your appointments so ask if the doctor is available for phone calls and how often that may be.

HOW FLEXIBLE IS THE OB WITH APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING?

Ask about how long you have to book an appointment ahead of time and what their hours of operation are. Are they open on Saturdays ever or no weekends at all?

WILL THE OB TAKE YOUR INSURANCE?

Here at Central Ozarks Medical Center, we accept patients with and without insurance and offer a sliding fee scale based on income and family size.

Obstetrics Services at Central Ozarks Medical Center

Knowledge and preparation are key to enjoying pregnancy. Our OB providers know that every birth is special and are honored that you have chosen them to guide you during your pregnancy and prenatal care. Their ultimate goal is for your continued good health and the delivery of a healthy newborn. COMC providers as well as their amazing staff of nurses will work to keep you informed and answer all of your questions from pregnancy confirmation to your post-partum check-up.

Looking For A New OB at the Lake of the Ozarks?

If so, we encourage you to call Central Ozarks Medical Center. We take great pride in our patient care. It's not just about what we do, but how we do it, that matters. Call the clinic nearest you to schedule an appointment. You can find our phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. Follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements.

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For Appointments Call:

573.765.5141

Richland

573.302.7490

Osage Beach

573.346.4446

Camdenton

573.765.2510

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