First Trimester of Pregnancy: What to Expect

The first 12 weeks of pregnancy are an incredibly exciting milestone on your journey to motherhood. Because this is a period of rapid change and new experiences, our care team has outlined exactly what you can expect during your first trimester prenatal care at the Women’s Health and Menopause Center.

Our board-certified OB/GYNs in West Bloomfield provide comprehensive, compassionate care to ensure a healthy start for both you and your baby.

Your First Trimester Care (Weeks 1–13)

During your initial visits to our West Bloomfield office, we focus on establishing a strong foundation for your pregnancy through essential evaluations, including:

• Routine Screening Labs: These foundational tests look for a wide variety of health factors to protect both your health and your baby’s development. All expectant mothers receive these routine screenings.
• Your First Ultrasound: This initial scan is a memorable milestone that allows us to confirm your official due date and monitor early development.
• Comprehensive Prenatal Testing: We offer advanced screening options to assess genetic health and give you peace of mind. Your welcome package includes informative brochures on these screenings, which check for:
  • Risk of Down syndrome and other chromosomal conditions.
  • Risk of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Cystic Fibrosis, and Neural Tube Defects.
  • Genetic diseases more common in the Ashkenazi Jewish population (please ask our staff for this specific brochure).

Essential Pregnancy Resources

We want you to feel fully informed, supported, and confident at every stage of your pregnancy. Explore these additional resources and guides prepared by our medical team:

• Trimester Guides: Learn what comes next in our Second Trimester and Third Trimester walk-throughs.
• Prenatal Education: Learn more about hands-on Prenatal & Birthing Classes available to expectant parents in our community.
• Diet & Nutrition: Download our Glucose Tolerance Preparatory Diet – Meal Plan (PDF) to prepare for your routine screenings.

Begin Your Pregnancy Journey With Us

Whether this is your first pregnancy or you are adding to your family, our experienced physicians and staff are here to provide the dedicated, personalized care you deserve.

Schedule Your Prenatal Appointment today, or call our West Bloomfield clinic at (248) 932-9223 to speak with our care team.