What is low amniotic fluid? Low amniotic fluid (oligohydramnios) is a condition in which the level of amniotic fluid measures lower than expected for a baby's gestational age. Under normal ...

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 ...

Your baby's first home is your womb, scientifically known as the amniotic sac; this space is more than just a place to grow, it serves as the most protective bubble. From cushioning against shocks to ...

Meconium is a thick substance that lines a baby’s intestines in the womb. A baby usually passes meconium after birth, but if they pass it early, the amniotic fluid may become meconium-stained.

Influencer Hailey Okula died of amniotic fluid embolism -- one of the leading causes of death during and just after childbirth. Hailey Okula — a nursing influencer known as “Nurse Hailey” — died late ...

Your nipples look different and this change helps your newborn to latch on. Find out what else is happening this week. By the start of the fifth month of pregnancy, you should have gained between ...

Throughout the last year, Hailey Okula, known as “Nurse Hailey” on Instagram, kept fans posted on her infertility journey and excitement while getting ready to welcome her first child with her husband ...

After doctors induced Rachel Storch’s labor in April, it progressed rapidly. Suddenly, she felt sick and struggled to breath. At the time, Michael Storch, had stepped out of the room because he felt ...