138: What to Expect in the Second Trimester Anatomy Scan

Certified Nurse Midwife Roxanne explains the significance of the second trimester anatomy scan, typically performed between 18 to 22 weeks of pregnancy. She delves into the primary objectives of the scan, which include assessing the baby’s organs, limbs, and overall growth, as well as evaluating the placenta's position and condition. Roxanne also covers common reasons for follow-up scans and helps alleviate anxiety by discussing the low likelihood of identifying true abnormalities. She encourages viewers to share their anatomy scan experiences and highlights additional resources available through MamasteFit’s online educational and fitness programs for both prenatal and postpartum stages at www.mamastefit.com00:00 Introduction to Anatomy Scans00:18 Understanding the Anatomy Scan01:14 What to Expect During the Scan02:57 Key Measurements and Placenta Details05:34 Umbilical Cord and Cervical Length06:44 Amniotic Fluid and Fetal Sex08:07 Post-Scan Procedures and Follow-Ups09:07 Recap and Additional Support————Get Your Copy of Training for Two on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VOTdwH📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit:💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth CourseExplore our prep for birth courses: https://mamastefit.com/prenatal-support3rd Trimester Specific Prep Courses: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/third-trimester/-------Freebies to Support Your Postpartum:📩 Join our free early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery/—-Recover after birth and return to fitness with MamasteFit: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/postpartum/💻 Postpartum Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Postpartum Fitness Programs——Follow Us on IG at https://instagram.com/mamastefit—— This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****Freebies*****Early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery-guide/ Postpartum sample: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/postpartum-fitness-guide/Prenatal Sample: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prenatal-fitness-program-guide/Pelvic Floor https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-your-pelvic-floor-for-labor/Birth Prep for Labor Guide https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-labor-guide/Birth Partner Guide https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-partner-guide/Birth Plan https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-plan-guide/