An amniotic fluid index measures the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby. It’s an important way for your doctor to assess your baby’s development and identify potential complications. An ...

Pregnancy can feel overwhelming at times because you cannot always track your baby's health. The most concerning factor is the low level of amniotic fluid, which is the protective liquid surrounding ...

Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare but serious condition that happens in pregnant women shortly before, during, or after delivery of a baby. The symptoms of amniotic fluid embolism are often ...

Amniotic fluid is a liquid that surrounds and protects your baby in the womb. When there’s too much amniotic fluid in your womb, though, that condition is called polyhydramnios. It can cause ...

Meconium is a thick substance that lines a baby’s intestines in the womb. A baby usually passes meconium after birth, but if they pass it early, the amniotic fluid may become meconium-stained.