Eighth Month Prenatal Checkup with Your Doctor
32-36 Weeks
During eighth month prenatal checkup you may have:
• Examination of the size and height of uterus
• Examination of your skin for rashes, enlarging veins and swelling
• Weight and blood pressure check
• Urinalysis to test for infection, sugar and protein
• Hemoglobin and hematocrit, if indicated
• Review of your diet, an opportunity to discuss your weight, if necessary.
• An opportunity to hear baby’s heartbeat
• An opportunity to see how baby has grown on ultrasound, if indicated
• An opportunity to discuss your concerns