Obstetrics - Services & Procedures

Frequently Asked Question:

How frequent will I see Dr. Stanley during my pregnancy?

Dr. Stanley will see you every 4 weeks until 28 weeks, then every 2 weeks until 36 weeks and then weekly until you deliver. Some patient may be seen more frequent if problems arise during their pregnancy.

What testing will I need to do during my pregnancy?

Your initial visit you will be given an order for blood type and Rh status, CBC, syphilis, hepatitis B, HIV, rubella, optional cystic fibrosis screening and testing for thyroid disease. Routine Tests in Pregnancy

Between 15-19 weeks gestation you will be offered the Quad screen which detects Down’s syndrome, Trisomy 18 and neural tube defects. Screening for Birth Defects

Between 26-28 weeks gestation screening for diabetes and anemia in pregnancy will be performed.

Between 35-37 weeks gestation a vaginal culture for Group B strep.

What is Cystic Fibrosis?

This is an abnormal genetic disorder that causes problems with breathing and digestion. It is caused by an abnormal gene that is passed from parent to child. Cystic Fibrosis

How many ultrasounds will be performed?

A pregnancy dating transvaginal ultrasound will be performed around 8 weeks to confirm your due date. I recommend an anatomy ultrasound between 18-20 weeks. My patients will be offered a 3D/4D ultrasound at 32 weeks. Additional ultrasounds are performed for other medical needs. Keep in mind that most insurance plans will not cover this service if there is not a medical indication. Ultrasound Exams

What about childbirth classes?

Dr. Stanley delivers at Marietta Memorial Hospital. Classes are scheduled around 32 weeks. You may call 740-374-1448 to schedule your classes.

Marietta Memorial Visitation Policy

To All OB/GYN Patients:

You will soon be looking forward to rest and recovery, an important component of your healing process. In having your best interest in mind, we are looking ahead to your steadfast recovery with the support of our nurses and staff, and more importantly to you, the support of your family and friends during your stay with us.

As we care for you and our many mother baby patients on the OB/GYN unit, we have taken into account the potential exposure of germs and flu-like symptoms that come with a change in seasons and the requests of our patients related to visitors. Marietta Memorial Hospital, like many area health care facilities, continues to revise its visitor guidelines to meet this change

For this very reason, we have implemented a visitor identification process that allows for the safety and healthy recovery of our patients while permitting the support of visitors.

All OB/GYN patients recovering on our unit will be asked to complete a guest list that includes the nine individuals who will be their primary support. Upon your visitor’s arrival to our unit, those that you have on your guest list will be issued a blue bracelet.

OB patients

The nine guests who you list as the recipients of the bracelets may take turns visiting two at a time until you begin pushing during labor. Once you begin pushing, to assure your privacy, visitors will be limited to the two guests who are going to be present during your birth (guests are no longer permitted to take turns). Visitors who are not in the room with you are required to wait in the third floor lobby for the safety and confidentiality of all our guests and patients.

Visiting policies after delivery once transferred to your mother baby room:

• The primary support person who has the second set of baby identification bracelets & a blue bracelet may stay 24 hours a day during your stay in the hospital.
  
• The eight additional support individuals you have chosen to give blue bracelets may visit 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  
• Siblings of your newborn may visit 3p-8 p.m. daily, providing they have not had a fever with a cough and or drainage from their nose in the last two weeks.
  
• Friends and family who are at least 10 years of age may visit 3p – 8 p.m. daily, providing they have not had a fever with a cough and or drainage from their nose in the last two weeks.
  
• Children under the age of 10 who are not siblings of the newborn are not permitted to visit at this time.

We appreciate the cooperation for your safety and the safety of all our patients. If there is a change in this policy you will be notified by one of our staff members.

Thank You in Advance,
Susan Knotts, RN,
Clinical Manager, OB/GYN Department

Commonly Used Medications in Pregnancy

• Recommendations for Weight Gain in Pregnancy
  
• What to do for nausea in pregnancy
  
• Exercising in Pregnancy
  
• Alcohol and Smoking Cessation
  
• Travel in Pregnancy
  
• Pain Control in Pregnancy
  
• Bleeding in Pregnancy
  
• Circumcision

When Should I Call Dr. Stanley?

1. Regular uterine contractions every 3-5 minutes for 1 hour.
2. Vaginal Bleeding. Spotting vaginally after an exam is normal. If any bleeding heavier than spotting go to the hospital.
3. Rupture of membranes.
4. Decrease fetal movement.