Look for a free clinic where you are if money is the issue. Prenatal care is crucial.
There are two types of professionals charged with that task. OB/GYNs who are doctors, and Midwifes who may or may not be doctors.There are then a variety of other people who - because of the absence of a doctor or midwife - deliver babies.In the final extremity, if she is all alone, the woman delivers herself, though this is to be avoided at all costs.An obstetrician is a physician that specializes in caring for pregnant women up to and through childbirth. A midwifeis a nurse especially trained for childbirth and postnatal care.
A midwife typically is only allowed to assist in a normal birth, if there are ANY complications the midwife should tell you to contact a doctor. A doctor SHOULD be able to handle any problems that might arise during childbirth, not to mention help you stay healthy in general. Doctors vary to a great degree but midwives ONLY handle births and prenatal care once the child is born, again, see a doctor.
Once you are pregnant you should start prenatal doctor visits. Early in the pregnancy, the doctor will prescribe you prenatal vitamins.
Prenatal care is located in many different locations. Depending on where you live really. Prenatal care is given by your doctor when you are pregnant so wherever your doctor is located is where you will find it. Just make sure you choose wisely when it comes to a doctor.
Check with your doctor first (always follow your doctor's advice). However, most over-the-counter prenatal vitamins are similar.
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My doctor suggested I take 100mg of B6 daily for nausea along with my prenatal vitamin. But you should check with your own doctor.
I am not sure why you "can't" have a Physician, but if you would prefer to have a midwife attend your birth, there are many ways to find one. There are essentially 2 types of midwives. One, is a Certified Nurse Midwife, and the other is a Licensed, Certified, or Direct-Entry Midwife. A Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), is one who is a Registered Nurse Practitioner and has had specialized training in women's health and pregnancy. It is most common to have a CNM if you will be having a hospital birth. Some CNM's do, however attend homebirths. If you are in the United States, you can find a CNM via this website: http://www.acnm.org/ You may also opt to have a Direct-Entry midwife, a person who has had specialized training in pregnancy and birth through various methods such as private midwifery school and/or rigorous apprenticeship programs and are state licensed and/or nationally certified. Licensed Midwives most commonly attend homebirths. If you are in the United States or Canada, you can find Midwives and other birth professionals at www.birthpartners.com. Most states also have their own Midwifery chapters where you can find Midwives.
By waiting, or having it induced by a doctor or midwife.
No, you shouldn't. Speak to your doctor or midwife about it