Announcing Your Pregnancy Columbus OH

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Finding out that you are pregnant is one of the most wonderful experiences a couple can share. So how do you go about announcing your pregnancy to your friends and loved ones? Here are some suggestions:

1. Wait a few weeks. While it may be tempting to shout your happy news out from the top of a mountain, those first few early weeks of pregnancy can be tricky. You may want to wait until you at least have your first appointment with your obstetrician before you tell people about your pregnancy. Why? Your obstetrician will likely take blood work to make sure that your HCG levels are rising appropriately and you may even be sent for an early ultrasound to see your baby's heartbeat. Once you see that your pregnancy is indeed progressing as it should be, you can feel more at ease to share your news.
2. Show off the ultrasound picture. You will likely have an ultrasound in the first trimester (during the first 13 weeks of pregnancy). This can be a fun way to announce your pregnancy. You can tell friends and loved ones that you have a picture that you want to show them. Watch for their surprise when you show them the ultrasound photo of your soon-to-be-born little one!
3. Send a card. If a holiday or birthday is coming up, you can use greeting cards to announce your pregnancy. For example, send your mother a birthday card addressed to "Grandmom". She may be confused at first, until you sign the card "With love from your baby grandchild, due April 21^st" (put your own due date on the card). When she receives this special greeting card, then "Grandmom" will understand what is going on! ...

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Author: Victoria Miller

David Jos Doucette , MD

937-436-9511
Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton, OH
David Jos Doucette , MD AMA members must adhere to the AMA's Principles of Medical Ethics Primary Specialty (Self Designated)(note): OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Secondary Specialties(note): EMERGENCY MEDICINE Gender: Male Location: View Map Dayton, OH 45431 Office Phone: 937-436-9511 Office Hours: Day Open Close Monday 8:00 AM 8:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Saturday Sunday Accepts New Patients: Yes Hospital Admitting Privileges: Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, OH Kettering Med Ctr, Kettering, OH Health Plan Participation: PARTICIPATES WITH OTHER PLANS Accepts Medicare: Yes Accepts Medicaid: No Group Practice Participation: Oak Creek Ob Gyn Inc Medical School: LOMA LINDA UNIV SCH OF MED, LOMA LINDA CA 92350 Residency Training: NAVAL HOSPITAL, OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY Major Professional Activity: OFFICE BASED PRACTICE American Board of Medical Specialties Certification: Copyright 2006 American Board of Medical Specialties. All rights reserved. Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Availability: OUR PRACTICE MAINTAINS A PHONE NURSE DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS, AND A PHYSICIAN IS ON CALL 24 HOURS A DAY. WE HAVE TWO SATELLITE OFFICES IN MIAMISBURG AND BEAVERCREEK. Practice Philosophy or Description: OUR PRACTICE SEEKS TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY HEALTH CARE FOR WOMEN IN A PLEASANT ATMOSPHERE. WE STRIVE TO TREAT EACH PATIENT AS AN INDIVIDUAL WHO IS WORTHY OF RESPECT AND DIGNITY. WE ALWAYS MAINTAIN HIGHER STANDARDS OF PRACTICE THAN IS REQUIRED BY LEGISLATION, INSURANCE DEMANDS, OR HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONS. Key Professional Achievements and Awards: Head, Kettering Medical Center Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyVice Chair, Spring Valley Academy Board of TrusteesFellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists