non-invasive prenatal testing

 

NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) is a screening test that aims to determine whether an unborn baby has chromosomal abnormalities that are likely to result in genetic conditions like Down's syndrome, Edwards' syndrome or Patau's syndrome.

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An ultrasound scan is a medical procedure that’s used to examine unborn babies while they’re still in the womb.

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pregnancy craving belly

Food cravings are something that almost every pregnant woman will experience. From takeaways to sweets to dairy products, there will always be something that they need to satisfy a sudden urge.

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baby scan offers - 4d scan offers cheap

Babies are being born every minute, and we want to celebrate one of life's greatest experiences with you! Here at First Encounters we provide various offers on our scan packages at various points in the year, all in the name of celebrating one of life’s greatest treasures – parenthood!

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First signs of pregnancy

There are lots of early pregnancy symptoms and signs that could indicate that you are pregnant. Bear in mind that pregnancy symptoms are not the same for each woman or each pregnancy, but we hope this article can help you to confirm anything that you may be experiencing!

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Wine glasses for drinking during pregnancy
 
Can you drink while pregnant? Drinking during pregnancy is a something of a grey area when it comes to prenatal health.
 
There is no well-defined limit for expectant mothers to follow, and so it can be difficult to establish how much alcohol - if any - is safe to consume while pregnant.