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A woman in the first trimester of her pregnancy is attending childbirth classes. What topics are most likely to be covered during this trimester?

Explanation

•During the early stages of pregnancy, childbirth classes should cover topics such as warning signs of complications, nutrition, anatomy, and fetal development.

•Fetal movements, false labor, and signs of labor are usually covered in later childbirth classes.

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