Before birthJune 1, 20261 min readUpdated June 1, 2026

First prenatal visit: which week to book

When to schedule your first antenatal visit, common tests, and how to prepare — Medlatec, WHO.

First trimester

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Recommended timing

Many guidelines suggest 8–12 weeks or as soon as you know you are pregnant—especially with medical conditions, medications, pain, or bleeding.

What to expect

History, medications, blood pressure.
Blood and urine tests (varies by clinic).
Ultrasound to confirm intrauterine pregnancy and dating.

Bring

Medication/vitamin list and questions about diet, nausea, activity.
Prior lab results if available.

Urgent signs

Bleeding or severe one-sided pain—seek care promptly (rule out ectopic pregnancy).

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