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Concise Week-by-Week Pregnancy & Early Postpartum Guide (Inverted Pyramid)

Pregnancy & Postpartum Guidance | 2/10/2026

Main point: Practical, prioritized week-by-week prompts and short checklists to keep you steady through pregnancy and the early postpartum weeks — notice small daily signals, follow key screenings, and contact your care team for urgent changes.

Key actions and benefits (quick reference):

Daily prompts: short, specific nudges to notice one bodily sensation or need and respond (e.g., name a kick, take 2–3 deep breaths, note a reassuring fetal movement, or accept one small rest).
Weekly milestone checks: schedule/review anatomy scan (≈18–22 wks); glucose screen (≈24–28 wks); Tdap discussion (optimal 27–36 wks); Group B Strep test (≈35–37 wks); confirm late‑pregnancy visit plan and car seat installation by term.
Birth-readiness: pack a light hospital bag, review signs of labor, outline basic birth preferences (people present, monitoring, skin-to-skin), and know pain‑management options.
Postpartum priorities: early check-ins (1–3 wks) for feeding/mood, routine 6‑week visit, hydration, wound care, rest, and organized support for meals and errands.
When to seek care now: heavy bleeding, severe pain, fever >100.4°F, sudden severe headache/vision changes, big drop in fetal movement, fluid leak, or suicidal/harmful thoughts — call your clinic or emergency services.

Supporting details and practical tips:

Trimester themes: 1st: adjust and confirm care; 2nd: connect and build routines; 3rd: finalize plans and comfort strategies.
Simple nutrition & supplements: balanced meals not double portions; prenatal vitamin with folic acid (400–800 mcg), iron (~27 mg), vitamin D (~600 IU); avoid unpasteurized foods, high‑mercury fish, raw eggs/seafood, and alcohol; limit caffeine ≈200 mg/day.
Exercise & rest: aim for moderate activity (~150 min/week) tailored to comfort; prioritize side‑lying for circulation in later pregnancy and short rest breaks daily.
Mood & support: watch for persistent low mood/anxiety (>2 weeks) and use brief screening tools (EPDS/GAD‑7) with your clinician; ask for specific help (meals, night feeds) and keep emergency contacts handy.
Newborn basics: feed on cue (8–12 feeds/day common), safe sleep on back in same room, call pediatric care for fever ≥100.4°F, poor feeding, few wet diapers, persistent vomiting, or breathing trouble.

Background, examples & extra tips:

Sample weekly prompts: Week 20–24: name one new sensation; Week 25–28: practice 2–3 deep breaths daily; Week 29–34: track fetal movements briefly; Week 35–40: ask your body what it needs and respond with one small step.
Hospital bag & household plan: pack comfortable tops, underwear, charger, docs, light nursing items; make a 24‑hour helper plan: who brings a meal, who handles errands, and a grab zone by the bed (diapers, water, phone).
Trusted sources: follow ACOG/CDC/WHO/NICE and consult your clinician or IBCLC for feeding questions; tailor guidance to local protocols.
Short calm prompt to try: sit one minute, hand on heart or belly, take three slow breaths, name one steady sensation.

Small, consistent actions and a concise plan reduce stress and increase safety — if anything feels unusually severe or persistent, contact your care team promptly.

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