About North Atlanta Ob/Gyn | Board Certified Obstetrics & Gynecologist & Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapists located in Sandy Springs, Northside, Atlanta, Alpharetta / Avalon, Alpharetta and East Cobb, Marietta, GA

GUIDELINES FOR ULTRASOUNDS

Most patients will receive at least two ultrasounds in pregnancy – one in the first trimester to ensure proper dating and one in the second trimester for anatomy evaluation and if desired, gender. For convenience, we have ultrasound capabilities in each of our offices. Patients should not expect an ultrasound on the first visit, however, as the timing of the first ultrasound is at the discretion of the provider. When an ultrasound is performed or scheduled, patients should drink the following amount of water one hour before the ultrasound. The bladder must be full for the ultrasound. DO NOT empty your bladder unless instructed by the technician.

IF YOU ARE 12-WEEKS: No prep (Vaginal Probe)

IF YOU ARE 12-40 WEEKS: Drink 20 oz. of fluid

Other Vaccines

In general, there are no other vaccines recommended in pregnacy. At the first obstetric appointment, or prior to pregnancy, we will confirm your immunity to rubella and varicella (chicken pox). If you are non-immune, these vaccines can be administered 6 months prior to pregnancy or after. They are typically live virus vaccines and therefore, cannot be given during pregnancy. Please talk to your physicain regarding your individual need for these vaccines.

Ultrasounds

GUIDELINES FOR ULTRASOUNDS

Other Vaccines