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Oct 2024
30m 29s

The 411 on Ultrasounds: Benefits & Risks

My Essential Birth
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This episode explores the safety of ultrasounds during pregnancy, especially for moms categorized as "high risk" and need frequent scans. While ultrasounds are widely accepted as safe, each medical procedure carries risks/benefits. Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth CourseMy Essential Birth Postpartum CourseMy Essential Birth InstagramStudies Mentioned: ht ... Show More
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