About Early Expecting

I’m Dr. Andrea Foster, and I’d like to welcome you personally to Early Expecting. For over 15 years as a board-certified OB-GYN, I’ve had the privilege of sitting with women in that liminal space between wondering and knowing—the earliest days of pregnancy. Whether it’s the first whisper of a symptom or the anxious wait for a pregnancy test result, those moments matter deeply. They’re filled with hope, uncertainty, and a thousand questions. I created this site to be the calm, trustworthy voice I aim to be for every patient in my exam room.

My medical training took root at Johns Hopkins, where I completed my obstetrics and gynecology residency. Since then, I’ve practiced in both academic medical centers and community clinics, caring for thousands of women through the beginnings of their pregnancies. I’ve published research on early pregnancy symptom patterns, and I serve on the education committee of my regional ACOG chapter, where I help develop patient education resources specifically for early pregnancy counseling. My entire career has been devoted to translating complex, fast-moving medical evidence into clear, actionable guidance that makes women feel informed and empowered.

I started Early Expecting because I saw a gap. Over and over, patients came to my office with misinformation they’d found online—confusing forums, commercial sites with hidden agendas, well-meaning but inaccurate advice. They needed a single place where every article was written by a practicing OB-GYN, grounded in the latest FDA and ACOG guidance, and delivered with the warmth of a conversation in my office. That’s exactly what this site is.

What makes this content trustworthy? Every piece of information on Early Expecting is evidence-based and reviewed personally by me. There are no gimmicks, no sponsored product recommendations, no personal stories dressed up as medical fact. I speak to you like a patient sitting across from me: with honesty, clarity, and the latest medical knowledge stripped of jargon. The site’s purpose is simple—to give you the facts you need so you can move forward with confidence.

Here, you’ll find clear answers to the questions every woman asks when she first suspects she might be pregnant. We cover early pregnancy symptoms and how to recognize them, the different types of pregnancy tests and how they work, what to expect in those first weeks after a positive result, and how to navigate the early emotional and physical changes. I’ll walk you through what’s normal, what might warrant a call to your doctor, and how to care for yourself in this tender, transformative time.

I believe every woman deserves to feel supported from the very first sign. Early Expecting is my way of extending that support to you, wherever you are, whenever you need it. Thank you for trusting me to be part of your journey.