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CVS is a test that helps you learn if a fetus has health problems. The test is most often done after 10 weeks of pregnancy.

Nonstress and contraction stress tests check if your baby is getting enough oxygen and nutrients from your blood. Here's what to expect.

During ultrasound, high-frequency sound waves pass through your body and your baby. You can't hear the sound waves, but the ultrasound equipment can.

If your baby doesn't move into a head-first position on their own, your healthcare provider may attempt to do an external version. Your healthcare provider will try to rotate your baby by pressing down on your belly. Your healthcare provider may give you medicine to relax your uterus. This can make it easier for them to rotate your baby. During a version, your healthcare provider will use ultrasound to watch your baby.

If you're Rh negative, ask your doctor about getting treated with Rho(D) immune globulin. Even if you miscarry or don't deliver the baby, you will still need treatment.

If you have Rh negative blood, your baby may be at risk for health problems. This is true only if your baby has Rh positive blood. A simple test followed by treatment can help prevent problems.

Gestational diabetes is diabetes that happens only during pregnancy. Changes that occur in your body during pregnancy cause your blood sugar (glucose) to be too high. This can cause problems for the baby and for you.

A blood glucose screening tests for gestational diabetes. Learn about who is at risk for this condition, what happens during a screening, what to know if you test positive, and how to treat it.

Here are tips for first, second, and third trimesters to cope with issues like nausea, fatigue, mood swings, and headaches.