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Be Ready for Baby

Your Pregnancy and New Parent To-Do List

Prepare yourself for Baby's arrival with the help of this handy, personalized checklist. You can come back to it throughout your pregnancy and Baby's first six months so you'll always know what needs to be done, and when you need to do it. Start checking things off your list today!

My TO-DOS

Your First Trimester Tasks

Month 1

  •  Time to share the good news with your partner! More...
  •  Find out what to expect from the first trimester. More...
  •  Learn what's in store for the first four weeks of pregnancy. More...
  •  If you aren't already, begin taking folic acid each day. More...
  •  Start keeping track of name ideas for Baby in your online Name Basket. More...
  •  Begin researching hospitals. More...
  •  Choose your OB-GYN or midwife. More...
  •  Schedule your first prenatal visit. More...
  •  Get to know the basics of fetal development. More...
  •  Figure out your due date. More...
  •  Stop smoking, drinking, and cut back on caffeine. Know what's safe and what isn't during pregnancy. More...
  •  Begin a pregnancy journal. More...
  •  Connect with other women who are due the same month you are. More...

Month 2

  •  Learn what to expect during weeks five through eight. More...
  •  Do Kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic muscles. More...
  •  Start eating a healthy and nutritious prenatal diet. More...
  •  Fight pregnancy anxiety and first trimester fears. More...
  •  Find out which prenatal tests you may need. More...
  •  Know your optimal pregnancy weight range. More...
  •  Manage gas, the urge to urinate, and other uncomfortable early pregnancy symptoms. More...
  •  Take steps to minimize your morning sickness. More...

Month 3

  •  Learn what to expect during weeks nine through 12 of pregnancy. More...
  •  Is your bra suddenly uncomfortable? Shop for a new bra and learn about pregnancy breast changes. More...
  •  Start a safe prenatal exercise routine. More...
  •  Speak with your doctor about getting the flu shot. More...
  •  Know what to expect from early screening tests. More...
  •  Involve your partner in your pregnancy. More...
  •  Time to share the good news with your friends! More...
  •  Find out if you're having twins (and if you are, plan accordingly). More...
  •  Schedule a prenatal massage! More...
  •  Manage pregnancy mood swings. More...
  •  Stay hydrated! Get your new water intake quota. More...
  •  Stock up on moisturizer and pamper your pregnancy skin. More...

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