Wearing ballet flats and regular flip flops. These flat, non-supportive âspongyâ or soft footwear are bad news. âContrary to common belief, shock absorption is not the answer to conditions associated with misalignment of the feet and lower limbs,â says Vasyli.
The timing of your first prenatal appointment will vary according to where you live. Usually you will see your family doctor as soon as you suspect you are pregnant. Your family doctor will book your first prenatal appointment there at that office, or refer you to a midwife practice or an obstetrician. It's a good idea to ask around for names of midwife clinics or OBs before you go to this initial appointment with your family doctor.
In the third trimester, you'll be seen more often, typically once every two weeks until 36 weeks, then weekly until the baby is born. For more information on what happens at these visits, see: Your first prenatal visit. Second trimester prenatal visits (14 weeks to 27 weeks) Third trimester prenatal visits (28 weeks through the end of pregnancy)