Prenatal Care & Obstetrics

Our obstetrical services include pre-pregnancy, pregnancy and post-pregnancy care plans for both normal and high-risk pregnancies.

Congratulations!

Thank you for considering our practice for your obstetrical care. Dr. Jerry K. Izu has decades of experience helping women throughout the entire process. He will supervise and orchestrate all your care including the delivery of your baby. We’re excited to be a supportive part of your growing family.

Our Prenatal & Childbirth Services

Safe pre-pregnancy assessment and counseling
Recurrent miscarriage evaluation and counseling
Early pregnancy genetic counseling
Low-risk pregnancy care
Pregnancy care for women over 35 years old
High-risk pregnancy care
Pregnancy care for women with pre-existing medical conditions
Operative obstetrics and cesarean section
Cord blood banking

What should you expect?

During each trimester, information regarding your pregnancy can change as your baby continues to grow. Therefore, it’s important to be aware of the different best practices and lifestyle choices that may impact the health of your child.

Stages of Pregnancy

1st Trimester

1 to 12 weeks

2nd Trimester

13 to 28 weeks

3rd Trimester

29 to Delivery

Medications During Pregnancy

Safe Medications

Mylicon for gas relief
Colace or Metamucil for constipation
Monistat (3 or 7-day cream) for yeast infection (only apply with fingers)
Robitussin (regular strength) for cough
Claritin or Zyrtec for runny nose and allergies
Cepacol for throat lozenges (sore throat)
Kaopectate for diarrhea
Calcium (1200mg per day)
Lanolin for sore, cracked nipples
Novocaine if dental work, must be double-shielded for x-rays

Safe Antibiotics

Amoxicillin
Ceftin
Keflex
Penicillin

For more details specific to your care, please visit your provider.

Restrictions to Keep in Mind

Hair & Nails

During your pregnancy, you may get your hair colored or a perm after 12 weeks and only twice during pregnancy. You can always get your nails done but choose your salon wisely. You want to use less-toxic polish, be in a clean environment (since antibiotics to cure an infection is the last thing you want) and a well-ventilated space to limit the fumes you inhale.

Dietary

Only eat fish a maximum of twice per week, but no swordfish, shark, sushi or crawfish. Sorry, but coffee is not allowed, however if it is a must-have, please only consume decaf or less than 1 cup a day.

Other Restrictions

You are generally safe flying until 28 weeks into your pregnancy.

Going to the gym is safe, but no high impact exercise. Low impact activities such as yoga, walking, low weight lifting for upper body (arms) are safe. During your third trimester you should avoid foot massages as it can stimulate labor.

No alcohol, cigarettes or drugs at any time during pregnancy.

Lastly, remember to take your prenatal vitamins every day and do not use the hot tub or jacuzzi during your pregnancy.