New Fourth Trimester Guidelines Highlight Need for Birth Follow-up Care

New Guidelines for the Fourth Trimester Last year the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released new recommendations for obstetricians during the immediate postpartum period—what is often dubbed the fourth trimester. The new guidelines suggest that post-natal appointments are set as early as three weeks or sooner after birth for those with certain risk…

Preparation is Key for the Fourth Trimester

Postpartum care is vitally important, but planning for the few weeks following birth is just as essential. Last year the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) recommended earlier and more in-depth follow-up for patients during the immediate postpartum period. For good reason, as a large percentage of new moms skip postnatal care altogether; which can…