Penni from Up Up n AwayFeb 26, 20214 minNuchal translucency (NT) scanNuchal translucency (NT) is a collection of fluid under the skin at the back of your baby's neck. The amount of fluid is measured during...
Penni from Up Up n AwayFeb 25, 20214 minPrenatal Scan - AmniocentesisWhat is amniocentesis? Amniocentesis is a specialized prenatal test in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is removed from the sac...
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 28, 20203 minUltrasound : Morphology ScanThis scan is carried out in order to look for any abnormalities in the baby's structural development and growth.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 22, 20202 minAntenatal Care : First VisitThe first prenatal visit is designed to confirm your pregnancy and to determine your general health.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 21, 20202 minAntenatal Care : Second VisitYour next appointment should occur when you are between 8 and 12 weeks pregnant. This is called the booking appointment.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 20, 20202 minAntenatal Care : Appointments from 24 WeeksFrom around 24 weeks, From around 24 weeks, your antenatal appointments will usually become more frequent.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 19, 20205 minAntenatal Care : OverviewAntenatal care is the care you receive from healthcare professionals during your pregnancy.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 19, 20203 minGlucose Tolerance Test (GTT)A glucose tolerance blood test (GTT) aims to detect diabetes caused by pregnancy, known as gestational diabetes.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 19, 20205 minUltrasound : OverviewAn ultrasound scan sends high-frequency soundwaves through your uterus (womb).
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 19, 20203 minUltrasounds : Types of ScansUltrasound is used during pregnancy to check the baby’s development and to help pick up any abnormalities.
Penni from Up Up n AwayOct 18, 20204 minPre-natal Scans : CVSChorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test that checks your baby for genetic abnormalities.