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Spina bifida in unborn babies is a birth abnormality which results in a deformed or malformed backbone. The Latin originated words “spina bifida” means “split” or “cracked” spine”. It is even called neural tube effect and can be easily detected by the ultrasound baby scan clinic’s technicians via an ultrasound scan. This congenital defect can be diagnosed by certain diagnostic tests though ultrasound is usually preferred due to its accuracy. The diagnostic tests are as mentioned below: 1. Maternal blood tests:  Certain blood tests are prescribed during pregnancy to rule out spina bifida. Generally, the test recommended by the OB-GYN doctor is MSAFP (Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein) test to check high AFB (alpha-fetoprotein) levels and is followed by a confirmation blood test. 2. Ultrasound scan:  Ultrasound baby scan clinic can give a correct diagnosis for spina bifida during the second trimester of pregnancy.  3. Amniocentesis: ...

Hello, beautiful pregnant ladies in Peterborough! How’s the bump, huh? Finally, we are about to step into a fresh year 2020! How exciting, right? But for you, it’s “double the joy” because you’re gonna welcome another member to your family this New Year. I’m sure you all are wrapping up your shopping, baby scan clinic’s sessions, OB-GYN’s appointments and nursery work so that you are left with plenty of time for yourself and of course, the bump! Just because you’re pregnant does not mean you can’t enjoy or go to the New Year’s party. You can surely celebrate your New Year’s bash sans alcohol and by following my party-survival tips! So, let’s get started. 1. Staying away from alcohol “discreetly” If you still haven’t publically announced your pregnancy due to any reason, be prepared that people will offer you alcoholic beverages and alcohol-infused foods. Well, you can’t exactly blame them but here’s what you can do, you can either fake drinking by telling the barte...