Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a special time in any soon-to-be mother’s life, but challenges such as morning sickness, fatigue, and anxiety can compromise your experience. At Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom in Folsom, California, board-certified OB/GYN Timothy Phelan, MD, FACOG, Mandi O'Brien MSN, FNP-BC, and their team provide exceptional prenatal care throughout your pregnancy. They’re dedicated to ensuring your pregnancy is safe and healthy. Call or schedule an appointment online to see an experienced provider.

What is pregnancy?

Pregnancy occurs when a baby develops inside your uterus. It typically lasts about 40 weeks, starting from the first day of your last menstrual period. Pregnancy has three trimesters, each lasting about three months.

With a focus on personalized prenatal care, the Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom team is dedicated to supporting you throughout pregnancy.

How will I know if I’m pregnant?

Only a positive pregnancy test can accurately diagnose a pregnancy, but you may also experience early signs such as:

• Missed period
• Nausea or vomiting (morning sickness)
• Fatigue
• Breast tenderness or changes in breasts
• Frequent urination
• Food cravings or aversions
• Mood swings
• Light spotting (implantation bleeding)
• Increased basal body temperature

As your pregnancy progresses, your symptoms may change. For example, nausea typically subsides after the first trimester, while leg cramps and back pain may develop in the second and third trimesters.

What does pregnancy prenatal care include?

From the moment you discover you're pregnant to your due date and beyond, the team provides personalized support, regular check-ups, and screenings to ensure you and your baby receive the best care throughout pregnancy.

Your individualized prenatal care may include:

• Regular prenatal visits to monitor your baby's development
• Ultrasounds to check fetal growth and development
• Screening tests for genetic conditions or birth defects
• Monitoring blood pressure, weight gain, and overall health
• Nutrition counseling to support a healthy pregnancy diet
• Education on labor, delivery options, and postpartum care
• Support for managing pregnancy symptoms 
• Guidance on exercise and physical activity during pregnancy
• Preparation for breastfeeding and newborn care

The team provides compassionate support and guidance to help you navigate the effects of a miscarriage, as well as support you through subsequent pregnancies.

What are my delivery options during childbirth?

Your have several childbirth options to consider during pregnancy, including:

Natural childbirth

This option involves delivering without medical interventions such as epidurals or induction, relying on natural methods to manage pain.

Cesarean section (C-section)

When necessary, this surgical procedure delivers the baby through an incision made in your abdomen and uterus.

Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)

If you've had a previous cesarean section, VBAC allows you to attempt a vaginal delivery in subsequent pregnancies.

Medicated childbirth

You can opt for pain-relief options like epidurals or spinal blocks to manage labor pain effectively.

If you’re pregnant or planning to conceive soon, call Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom or schedule an appointment online today.