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VITALITY
Summer 2016
COMMUNITY
That little stick
you took into the bathroom has just confirmed what you’ve
suspected all along—you’re pregnant!
Next up: phone calls to family; friends; and, most important, your health
care provider.
Early and regular prenatal care is essential for both you and your baby.
Your health care provider will keep a close eye on your health and the
health of your unborn child. If a problem comes up, there’s a good chance it
will be caught early, before it becomes serious.
Prenatal visits are even more essential if you have a chronic condition,
such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Your treatments may need
to change, and you’ll need to work closely with your provider to
monitor your illness.
IT’S ALL INTHE DETAILS
Most pregnant women need monthly checkups at first. You’ll see your
health care provider more often as you get closer to your delivery date. You
might also need more frequent checkups if you have a high-risk pregnancy
or are older than 35.
Your first prenatal visit will likely be the longest
and most involved. Your provider will:
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Calculate your estimated due date.
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Ask about your personal and family
health history.
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Do a complete physical.
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Take blood and urine samples for testing.
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Check your blood pressure, height and weight.
Later visits will include some of the same
basic health checks, such as blood pressure
and weight. Your provider will also listen to the baby’s heart and measure
your belly to see if the baby is growing well.
In addition, you’ll have the chance to learn about things that can help
ensure a healthy pregnancy, such as eating the right foods, exercising, and
avoiding alcohol and cigarettes.
Your visits are also the perfect opportunity to talk to your provider about
any questions or concerns you have about your pregnancy.
Sources: National Institutes of Health; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
OBSTETRIC OPTIONS
INAREA CLINICS
Ash Grove Family Medical Center
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Jennifer Roehrs, D.O.
500 N. Medical Drive, Ash Grove, MO
65604
417-751-2100
Bolivar Family Care Center
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Mary L. Hogan, M.D.
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Ronald L. Vance M.D.
1240 N. Butterfield, Bolivar, MO 65613
417-326-6021
Bolivar OB/GYN
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Sarah Kallberg, D.O.
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Ashley Lane, D.O.
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D. Shelly Meents, M.D.
1195 N. Oakland, Suite 1, Bolivar, MO
65613
417-777-8131
Butterfield Park Medical Center
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Jennifer Roehrs, D.O.
1125 N. Butterfield, Bolivar, MO 65613
417-326-7676
Dade County Family Medical Center
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Ashley Lane, D.O.
105 N. Grand, Suite 2, Greenfield, MO
65661
417-637-5133
Dallas County Family Medical Center
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Kristina S. Kaufmann, D.O.
201 S. Ash, Buffalo, MO 65622
417-345-6100
Humansville Family Medical Center
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Bethany Dhondt, D.O.
201 S. Arthur, Humansville, MO 65674
417-754-2223
Osceola Medical Center
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Bethany Dhondt, D.O.
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Ronald L. Vance, M.D.
855 Arduser Drive, Osceola, MO 64776
417-646-5075
Ozarks Community Health Center
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Bethany Dhondt, D.O.
102 Jackson St., Hermitage, MO 65668
417-745-2121
Pleasant Hope Family Medical Center
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Jennifer Roehrs, D.O.
209 S. Main, Pleasant Hope, MO 65725
417-267-2001
Stockton Family Medical Center
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Ashley Lane, D.O.
1521 S. Third St., Stockton, MO 65785
417-276-5131
Prenatal
care
It’s a must
Need an OB?
CMH has many
obstetricians to
choose from.
Check out the list
on the left.
BABIES