From the second trimester, a baby swallows amniotic fluid that is mostly its own urine. This cycle is normal, safe and ...

Pregnancy is an amazing journey, but it comes with plenty of doctor visits and tests. Every test has a reason, even if it sometimes feels like too much. One important check is the amniotic fluid. You ...

An amniotic fluid index measures the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby. It’s an important way for your doctor to assess your baby’s development and identify potential complications. An ...

Maternal under-hydration during pregnancy is associated with a range of negative birth outcomes, including low levels of adequate amniotic fluid and plasma, disrupted fetal brain development and risk ...