156: Placenta Previa Explained: Diagnosis, Bleeding Risks, Delivery Plan, and Safe Exercise

Certified nurse midwife Roxanne explains placenta previa—when the placenta covers or sits very close to the cervix (complete, partial, or low-lying)—usually found at the 18–22 week anatomy scan. While it can show up in 10–30% of pregnancies early on, most resolve as the uterus grows (about 90–95% for low-lying/partial and ~70% for complete), with follow-up ultrasounds commonly around 28, 32, and sometimes 36 weeks to decide delivery plans. The big concern is sudden, painless, often heavy bleeding from placental shearing, which can mean hospitalization, earlier delivery, and often a C-section if it persists at term, plus higher hemorrhage risk. Management includes pelvic rest (no vaginal insertion) and individualized activity limits—especially if bleeding occurs—with aerobic exercise generally avoided and lighter/moderate, more anaerobic options discussed with your provider.00:00 Placenta Previa Explained01:04 Diagnosis and Odds01:42 Types and Resolution02:44 Why It Matters Bleeding04:26 Monitoring and Delivery Plan05:59 Pelvic Rest Basics06:54 Exercise and Activity Limits09:53 Safe Movement Guidelines11:10 Recap Key Takeaways14:40 Coping and Next Steps15:09 Subscribe and Resources————🎉 Grab Your Copy of Training for Two → https://amzn.to/3VOTdwHYour go-to guide for prenatal fitness, birth prep, and postpartum recovery.👇 Start Preparing for Birth Today📥 Download our free Birth Prep Circuit Guide → https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit📥 Grab our free Pelvic Floor Prep Guide → https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-your-pelvic-floor-for-labor/Learn how to relax and lengthen your pelvic floor to support a smoother labor and pushing phase.💻 Explore Our Online Programs:Whether you're pregnant or postpartum—we’ve got you covered with expert-led fitness and education:🏋🏻‍♀️ Prenatal & Postpartum Fitness Programs🎓 Childbirth + Postpartum Education Courses→ https://mamastefit.com🤱 Just Had a Baby?📥 Grab our free Postpartum Core Workouts → https://mamastefit.kit.com/coreStart reconnecting with your core and feeling strong again—safely and confidently.———📲 Follow Us on Instagram for Daily Tips + BTShttps://instagram.com/mamastefit———✨ Shop Our Favorites:⚡️ Electrolytes we love → https://drinklmnt.com/mamaste🌿 Supplements we trust – 20% off with code MAMASTEFIT → https://thisisneeded.com/ginaandroxanne👖 Maternity clothing we actually wear – 10% off with code MAMASTEFIT → https://rstr.co/lovesteady/3500——