Amniotic fluid (AF) is the liquid that surrounds your baby after the first few weeks of pregnancy. An adequate amount of amniotic fluid is absolutely, positively critical for fetal health. If it’s too low, there can be a risk of severe fetal deformations, umbilical cord compression, and in extreme cases, fetal death. On the other side, if it’s too high, there’s a range of other fetal disorders that can occur affecting both you and your baby. Neither extreme is very common, but they both require monitoring and special care. In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:What the purpose of amniotic fluid isWhat it is made up ofWhere it comes fromHow it is measuredHow low and high AF can affect development-- Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode251 Check out The Birth Preparation Course Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way If you like All Abou Pregnancy & Birth consider supporting it financially! You can do so here. Our Sponsors: * Check out factormeals.com/drnicole50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next box! * Check out ritual.com/DRNICOLE and get 25% off! * Download the FamilyAlbum app today and start creating a legacy of love one photo at a time! * Embrace an informed and empowered journey to parenthood with Informed Pregnancy Plus. Start with 'The Business of Being Born' today at informedpregnancy.tv. * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy