Dr. Rachel Nguyen

Dr. Rachel Nguyen

Board-Certified OB-GYN, Medical Reviewer

Dr. Nguyen is a board-certified OB-GYN with 15 years of experience in maternal-fetal medicine at a major teaching hospital. She serves as the medical reviewer for Pregnancy Guide, ensuring all content reflects current clinical evidence and ACOG best practices. She is passionate about reducing health misinformation and empowering patients with trustworthy knowledge.

Articles by Dr. Rachel Nguyen

20-Week Ultrasound (Anatomy Scan): What to Expect
Second Trimester

20-Week Ultrasound (Anatomy Scan): What to Expect

Everything about the 20-week anatomy scan: what doctors check, how long it takes, how to prepare, what happens if something is found, and whether you can learn baby's sex.

 Early Pregnancy Signs Before Missed Period: Complete Checklist
First Trimester

Early Pregnancy Signs Before Missed Period: Complete Checklist

Spot early pregnancy signs before missed period with this complete checklist. 15+ symptoms from implantation to DPO 14, plus PMS vs. pregnancy comparison table.

 Miscarriage Risk by Week: What the Data Says
First Trimester

Miscarriage Risk by Week: What the Data Says

Evidence-based data on miscarriage risk at each week of pregnancy. Understand the statistics, risk factors, warning signs, and when the risk drops significantly.

 First Prenatal Visit: What to Expect
First Trimester

First Prenatal Visit: What to Expect

A complete guide to your first prenatal appointment. What tests are done, what questions to ask, how to prepare, and what happens at weeks 8-10.

 Pregnancy Safe Medications: What You Can and Can't Take
First Trimester

Pregnancy Safe Medications: What You Can and Can't Take

Complete guide to pregnancy safe medications organized by symptom. Quick-reference tables for OTC drugs, pain relief, allergies, and more.