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Pregnancy Myths and Facts

Popular beliefs about pregnancy and ultrasounds, and what is actually true.

Smiling expectant mom watching her baby's 3D ultrasound on the monitor while our technician points to the screen

Pregnancy Myths and Facts: What Is True and What Is Not

Pregnancy myths and facts, sorted with care: gender folklore, eating for two, elective vs medical ultrasound, DNA tests and seeing your baby's face.

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Close-up HD ultrasound image of a baby's peaceful face with soft cheeks and lips

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Can Your Belly Shape Predict Boy or Girl?

Carrying high means a girl, carrying low means a boy? Here is why belly shape cannot predict your baby's sex, and what actually shapes your bump.

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3D ultrasound of a baby's face showing a round nose and full lips in warm golden tones

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Heartburn, Cravings and Other Old Wives' Tales

Heartburn means a hairy baby? Cravings reveal boy or girl? A kind look at classic old wives' tales about pregnancy and what is really behind them.

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HDlive 3D ultrasound of a baby resting its face between both hands

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Eating for Two: Myth or Fact?

Is eating for two a myth or a fact? A gentle look at where the saying comes from and why your provider is the best guide for pregnancy nutrition.

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Ultrasound transducer gently placed on a pregnant belly during a scan

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Elective vs Medical Ultrasound: Clearing Up the Confusion

Elective vs medical ultrasound: what each one is for, why keepsake sessions never replace your anatomy scan, and how to use both with confidence.

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Video Prenatal waiting room and welcome desk in Charlotte with armchairs, a row of chairs and ultrasound photos on the walls

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Early Gender DNA Tests: Common Questions Answered

Early gender DNA test questions answered: when you can take it, how the visit works, what it costs and how it fits with your ultrasounds and prenatal care.

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5D ultrasound of a baby at 29 weeks with both hands near the face

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Myths About Seeing Your Baby's Face on Ultrasound

Will every 3D ultrasound show a perfect face? We clear up common myths about seeing your baby's face and explain what fluid, placenta and position change.

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