FAQ - Early Pregnancy

In most cases, it is safe to have intercourse in early pregnancy. Because the cervix becomes highly vascular during pregnancy, intercourse can cause spotting or bleeding. You are encouraged to report any spotting or bleeding in early pregnancy to our office immediately.

It is safe to swim in pregnancy; however, pregnant women should NEVER go into a hot tub, spa, or sauna.

As a general rule, estradiol and progesterone cannot be too high; however, in some cases your provider may recommend making slight medication adjustments should they be concerned.

An elevated thyroid level in pregnancy can affect implantation, early fetal development, and can increase the risk of pregnancy loss.

For nausea in early pregnancy, we recommend eating small, frequent meals, sipping ginger tea, and, if necessary, taking Emetrol, Unisom (doxylamine), and/or Vitamin B6. 

We recommend you try taking Extra Strength Tylenol, per the package instructions, for headaches. If you experience any pain that is severe or not controlled with Tylenol, you will want to alert our office immediately and/or be seen locally in an urgent care or ER.

Bleeding or spotting in early pregnancy is usually due to cervical irritation or bleeding but can also be a result of a small area of bleeding in the area around which the embryo implanted. Be sure to advise our office should you experience any bleeding or spotting.

There is no evidence linking transvaginal ultrasounds to miscarriage. Any bleeding after a transvaginal ultrasound is typically a result of the ultrasound probe irritating the cervix.

Dr. Kiltz strongly encourages a “low and slow” approach, keeping the body at a state of rest and avoiding any strenuous exercise.