Tests and Procedures Archives - Pregnancy Podcast

Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy (2021-2022 Flu Season)

Overview Flu is an infectious disease caused by the influenza virus. The flu typically isn’t severe in…

Overview A vaccine contains a weakened or killed form of a disease-causing micro-organism that causes your body to produce…

Overview Historically vaccines have taken a decade or longer to develop and get to market. Due to…

Overview You can expect to have at least one, or likely multiple ultrasounds during your pregnancy. This…

Overview Your baby’s position in the womb can have a big impact on your labor and their…

Overview Your baby’s position in the womb seems simple on the surface. You want your baby head…

Overview You have several options during your pregnancy when it comes to testing for chromosome abnormalities in…

Overview Your baby’s sex is determined at conception. They will get an X chromosome from the egg…

Overview Your blood type is determined by your genes, and until you need a blood transfusion, your…

Overview Glucose is used throughout your body for energy. For your body to use glucose, It needs…

Overview The glucose challenge screening has become a standard part of prenatal care in the third trimester….

Overview During your pregnancy, your doctor or midwife will measure your baby based on estimates of their…

Overview A home Doppler is a device that uses Doppler ultrasound waves to allow you to listen…

Overview OThis episode focuses on invasive tests. These are tests that come with some risks to you…

Overview There is a battery of tests available to you when you are expecting, and it is…

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