50. Routine Tests in Pregnancy Including Labs and Blood Draws
03/05/24 • 13 min
Are you wondering what routine blood tests in pregnancy are usually done, why they are standardized, and what choices you have around these routine tests?
Tune in to explore the significance of these tests as a snapshot of your health in pregnancy, helping to detect any issues early on and be sure you and your baby are healthy!
In this episode the pregnancy labs we will talk about include:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Understanding its role in checking for anemia, infection, or clotting issues twice during pregnancy...
- Blood Typing and Rh Factor: Significance for pregnancy and potential implications...
- Urine Sample Analysis: Screening for urinary tract infections, often asymptomatic during pregnancy...
- Screening for Diseases: Including Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis, HIV, and STIs, with further discussions on treatment if conditions are positive...
- Additional Tests: TSH for thyroid check, Pap smear for cervical cancer screening, gestational diabetes screening, and genetic screening options.
Understanding routine tests help you to actively engage in your prenatal care, ensuring the best outcomes for both you and your baby. Don’t forget to check out our free resource on hospital birth choices at bethconnors.com/choices!
Your Birth Bestie Episodes Referenced:
- #17 Group Beta Strep During Pregnancy: Risks to Consider Before Labor and Birth
- #19Gestational Diabetes: Pregnancy Risks, Testing Options, and Alternatives to Glucola Drink
- #45 Prenatal Genetic Screening Tests: Testing Options and Important Details
➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
Are you wondering what routine blood tests in pregnancy are usually done, why they are standardized, and what choices you have around these routine tests?
Tune in to explore the significance of these tests as a snapshot of your health in pregnancy, helping to detect any issues early on and be sure you and your baby are healthy!
In this episode the pregnancy labs we will talk about include:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Understanding its role in checking for anemia, infection, or clotting issues twice during pregnancy...
- Blood Typing and Rh Factor: Significance for pregnancy and potential implications...
- Urine Sample Analysis: Screening for urinary tract infections, often asymptomatic during pregnancy...
- Screening for Diseases: Including Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis, HIV, and STIs, with further discussions on treatment if conditions are positive...
- Additional Tests: TSH for thyroid check, Pap smear for cervical cancer screening, gestational diabetes screening, and genetic screening options.
Understanding routine tests help you to actively engage in your prenatal care, ensuring the best outcomes for both you and your baby. Don’t forget to check out our free resource on hospital birth choices at bethconnors.com/choices!
Your Birth Bestie Episodes Referenced:
- #17 Group Beta Strep During Pregnancy: Risks to Consider Before Labor and Birth
- #19Gestational Diabetes: Pregnancy Risks, Testing Options, and Alternatives to Glucola Drink
- #45 Prenatal Genetic Screening Tests: Testing Options and Important Details
➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
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➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
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➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience - 50. Routine Tests in Pregnancy Including Labs and Blood Draws
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Hello and welcome back to episode 50 of Your Birth Bestie podcast! Today, we are going to be talking about routine tests during pregnancy, where you go to the lab, they draw your blood and run tests on the things your provider orders. And the reason why I love talking about prenatal care and giving you this information, is because you have the right to know exactly what kinds of tests are being ordered and decide for yourself if you even want to consent. If you have questions, you can definite
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