Abdominal distention from gas and bloating and the growing uterus feel different; the uterus is firmer. By the end of 9 months, the uterus has grown enough to crowd the stomach and the intestines, often causing heartburn and gas and making it difficult to eat a lot at one time.
usually the first Dr appointment is 3 days after for a weight check. Then you need to schedule one for two weeks after birth so they can run a PKU. (they give this card info to you in the hospital) Then you don't have to go back for anymore appointments till your baby's 2 month shots.
Newborn screening usually begins with a blood test 24 to 48 hours after the baby is born. The test is performed by pricking the baby's heel to collect a few drops of blood.The blood is placed on a special piece of paper and sent to a laboratory for analysis.Parents can ask for a copy of the test results, which are sent to the baby's doctor or clinic. Sometimes a repeat blood test is required, particularly if the first test was done before the baby was 24 hours old.If the results of the test are abnormal, additional testing is required to confirm the result.he blood is placed on a special piece of paper and sent to a laboratory for analysis. Parents can ask for a copy of the test results, which are sent to the baby's doctor or clinic. Sometimes a repeat blood test is required, particularly if the first test was done before the baby was 24 hours old.