Pregnancy is a joyous moment in a mother’s life. Dr. Dama Ziworitin at Genesys Women OBGYN in Sugar Land, Texas, is an expert in the field of obstetrics and is ready to help you navigate the road ahead so you are prepared for every bump. His services include prenatal care to delivery to even post-birth care. Dr. Ziworitin and the team are ready to help you get ready for this heartwarming moment in your life. Call Genesys Women OBGYN or schedule an appointment online today.
Pregnancy Q & A
Pregnancy is such an exciting time in your life and Dr. Ziworitin is honored to be able to help you through the process. It’s important to schedule an appointment for a preconception counseling session at the clinic. This session lets you and Dr. Ziworitin talk about what you can expect and how he can work with you to make sure everyone is healthy and safe.
The first trimester is the first three months of your pregnancy. It’s important to make an appointment for confirmation of pregnancy and for a full history and physical examination. Dr. Ziworitin will take routine prenatal laboratory tests such as:
- Complete blood count
- ABO blood type
- RH
- HIV
- RPR
- Hepatitis B
- Rubella
There is also a first-trimester genetic screening, genital cultures, and Pap smear. An initial level one or dating ultrasound to ensure you and your baby’s health may also be completed.
It’s important to have folic acid in your diet. Dr. Ziworitin can help you with planning your prenatal vitamins which are crucial for your baby’s health. It’s important to have check-ins with him to ensure your baby’s healthy development.
Your baby’s health is a top priority at Genesys Women OBGYN and Dr. Ziworitin can work with you to make sure everything is going smoothly and everyone is healthy and on the right track.
It’s important to schedule routine appointments with Dr. Ziworitin for ultrasounds and health checks to make sure that everything is still going smoothly. There will be a diabetes screening and a second-trimester genetic screening during this time.
Dr. Ziworitin can layout exactly when you should come in and makes the process a breeze so you can focus on your new soon-to-be addition to your family.
During the second trimester, you may find out the gender of the baby if you choose with an ultrasound.
If you experience any severe cramping, pain, bleeding, dizziness, or rapid weight gain, it’s important to let Dr. Ziworitin know immediately. Dr. Ziworitin enjoys helping make the transition into motherhood an amazing experience.
You’re at the homestretch! Your baby is almost ready to join you in the world and be a part of your family. It’s important to work with Dr. Ziworitin to develop a birthing plan that works for both of you. He offers counseling on expectations of labor and delivery at your chosen hospital.
During the third trimester, Dr. Ziworitin may repeat prenatal labs and a group B streptococcus screening.
He is ready to assist you in whatever you need as a soon-to-be mother and encourages you to enroll in childbirth classes.
Postpartum is the time period for up to six weeks after delivery. Dr. Ziworitin works with you to help with expectations and offers counseling and screening for postpartum depression and early motherhood challenges including breastfeeding.
Dr. Ziworitin helps his patients every step of the way during pregnancy and even offers help with post-birth care. Call Genesys Women OBGYN or schedule an appointment online today for the best pregnancy care.