Going to Prenatal Visits Alone

When it comes to visiting the doctor or midwife for prenatal care, I really believe that two heads are better than one. First of all, there is simply sharing the experience of talking about the pregnancy and the baby. Secondly, if there is a decision to be made, instructions to retain, etc., it's much easier to remember if two people attend. That said, I find so many moms attend prenatal care appointments alone, with the exception of a few special appointments.

Where do you fall into the mix?

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