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[Erica_Dempsey]

As only finding out I’m pregnant this week I phoned my doctor and got an appointment with him and all he did was give me pieces of baby on what to do and told me to take folic acid and said the midwife will find me when I am 10 - 12 weeks I dont know if this is right or not ??

[AmbK]

Congratulations on your pregnancy! Folic acid supplements are usually prescribed to pregnant ladies, however, have a bowl of fortified cereal too as that helps in amplifying the benefits of folic acid. Also, if your Dr hasn't already mentioned it...add some natural food rich in vitamin C, dietary fibres and fish in your daily diet... that helps in strengthening the immunity for both of you. If you just figured out that you're pregnant, I presume you're around 4 weeks pregnant, they usually give you appointment around 8 weeks unless there's any sign of an underlying medical condition or you're facing health troubles. This period of wait vary between 8-12 weeks from place to place and based on the number of appointments they have to handle every day which decides on the length of waiting time. So. it's best you try find out what's the usual time of first check-up after confirmed pregnancy in your area and based on that talk to your Dr to reschedule. For now take rest both physically and emotionally... that will help your pregnancy. Wish you an awesome 9 months ahead... stay well!