Pregnancy Weekly Checklist

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Stay organized during pregnancy with a weekly, trimester-aware checklist.

• Book first antenatal appointment

  Contact your provider to confirm dates and bring medical history and ID.

• Start prenatal vitamins

  Begin a prenatal vitamin with folic acid; confirm dosage with your provider.

• Schedule and track antenatal appointments

  Use a calendar or app to log dates, test results, and next steps.

• Plan and book key scans

  Arrange dating and anatomy scans per provider recommendations.

• Arrange routine blood tests and screenings

  Include blood type, anemia checks, infection screens, and glucose testing.

• Discuss medications and supplements with your provider

  Review prescription and OTC meds for pregnancy safety before continuing.

• Get recommended vaccines

  Ask about flu and whooping cough timing and eligibility during pregnancy.

• Maintain a balanced weekly meal plan

  Include protein, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and calcium-rich foods.

• Stay hydrated and monitor weight gain

  Track daily fluids and note gradual weight changes; report sudden spikes.

• Follow a safe exercise routine

  Aim for regular walking, prenatal yoga, or swimming; avoid high-risk activities.

• Practice pelvic floor exercises daily

  Do short Kegel sets several times a day to support labor and recovery.

• Monitor fetal movements daily

  Count kicks in later months and report any noticeable reduction promptly.

• Prepare birth preferences and share with your partner

  Note pain relief choices, support persons, and preferred birthing positions.

• Pack hospital bag by 36 weeks

  Assemble essentials for labor, birth, and the first 24–48 hours at the hospital.

• Pack ID, insurance, and birth plan

  Keep documents and emergency contact list in an easy-to-grab folder.

• Pack essentials for baby and parent

  Include comfy clothes, toiletries, newborn outfit, and basic feeding items.

• Install and check infant car seat

  Install securely and verify fit; practice buckling with a doll or partner.

• Set up newborn essentials at home

  Prepare a safe sleep space, diapers, sterile feeding items, and emergency contacts.

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