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I asked friends for opinions on their OB's. I had a fantastic one where we lived before but thats 3+hrs away and since moving here 10yrs ago, I havent needed one. Once I got a few names, I searched reviews and Canadian databases on the recommended doctors and made my decision that way. I started with him as a gyno while still ttc, and was more than happy with his care so I continued to see him as an OB as well. My last OB was also male. Are u set on a female only? U can def open up ur options if u include men...most reviews Ive seen, men fair better. Weird, cuz u'd expect the female to understand ur "feelings" more, but they dont. At the end of the day, male or female doesnt matter, u want who will take care of u and ur baby...reviews go a long way, theres a reason she got 2.9!!

Thank you for the response! I think I will open up my options by accepting males, as well. I'm not sure why I feel weird about it. But, you're right, at the end of the day, it's who ever will take the best care of baby and me. Thanks again!

Its not abnormal to feel weird about having a male doctor, but in all honesty, if u find the right one, u almost forget he's a he. Then when ur in the delivery room, hahaha, all modesty is out the door. Once u see how many ppl are viewing ur lady bits, and poking at them, and the sounds u make lol...male doctors will be the least of ur concerns!! ;D
U'll be fine. I promise!! =))

Congrats, btw! =))

I did have to get set up with a new OB and I have to wait almost 6 weeks to see her. I have to go to my primary Doctor for blood work to confirm my pregnancy. I am 15 DPO , with BFP at 11 DPO so I am early. I am 35 with a history of gestational diabetes and preeclampsia in my past pregnancies, so they may consider me high risk, so I knew getting to a doctor was important. I go in the morning to my Primary Care Doctor I trust him to get me in sooner with a OB if needed. Good luck it can be challenging, the best doctors are not always the easiest to get into.