Babies After 35

01/20/2026

What and present here is not a must by any means. In fact, they offered no evidence to support the claims made in the video. What it does do, IMEO, is make ObGyns look bad, which was probably the goal. However, these narratives only hurt and confuse patients into thinking that what is presented here is what should be done. This is simply NOT TRUE. Many accounts want to be contrary and use “data” from low quality or poorly designed studies to tell you what your doc recommends is wrong. A paper with low quality evidence supporting what their link in bio is selling does not make it so!! Please have conversations with your doc instead!

01/20/2026

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01/19/2026

PMID: 33628563 Fetus in fetu (FIF) is an extremely rare developmental condition. It occurs in about 1 in 500 000 live births, and around 200 cases have been reported in medical literature. FIF is usually retroperitoneal, but it has been reported at various sites. Majority of cases have been described in neonates and children, and only few cases have been reported after the age of 15 years and most of them are male.Fetus in fetu occurs secondary to abnormal embryogenesis in a monochorionic diamniotic pregnancy in which a malformed parasitic twin is found inside the body of its partner as an abdominal fetiform mass. However, other sites like the mediastinum, neck, sacrococcygeal region, back, scrotal sac, cranial cavity, and oral cavity have also been reported to contain FIF. Most commonly, it presents with a single parasitic fetus as in our case; however, multiple fetuses ranging from 2 to 5 have also been reported. Symptoms relate to the mass effect. Organs of different systems can be found in these fetuses. Commonly noticed organs are the vertebral column and limbs. However, other organs such as the ribs, central nervous systems, gastrointestinal tract, vessels, and occasionally thymic tissues can also be seen. Other uncommon organs reported are thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas, spleen, kidney, adrenal, te**is, ovaries, urinary bladder, tongue, salivary glands, lymph nodes, trachea, and teeth.Fetus in fetu and well-formed teratoma having all three germ layer components are a matter of dispute for their independent existence. “Willis criteria” explain the differences between the two, on the basis of an axial skeleton with vertebral axis development (explaining embryological development passing through the stage of primitive streak) and an appropriate arrangement of other organs and limbs with respect to the axis in FIF. To be called fetus in fetu, the mass must demonstrate true organogenesis.

01/19/2026

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01/17/2026

Thank you Dr. Lucky Sekhon! I am so so proud of you! The Lucky Egg is not just for those going through IVF — it’s a fertility bible for anyone who wants to understand their reproductive health and take control of their timeline. When you fill the knowledge gap it makes people less vulnerable to misinformation. Breaks down the basics of how your body works, from ovulation and cycle tracking to what to focus on before trying to conceive. Offers a clear roadmap for fertility testing and treatment, explaining the what, why, and when of labs, ultrasounds, and interventions in language that actually makes sense. Includes a powerful section on troubleshooting when things don’t go as planned, including transparent discussions of experimental or emerging treatments like PRP and growth hormone. Dr. Sekhon presents the data (or lack of it), pros and cons, and how to weigh evidence-based vs. evidence-informed options. A major emphasis on mental health throughout — acknowledging how isolating and emotionally draining fertility struggles can be. Dr. Sekhon shares insights from her own IVF experience and what she’s learned working closely with mental health professionals who co-manage her patients’ care. Features a mental health toolkit at the end of the book — filled with strategies, support tools, and real talk to help readers feel grounded and supported. Completely inclusive of all fertility journeys: •For those dealing with infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss •For patients carrying genetic conditions (like BRCA) and exploring embryo testing (PGT) •For people considering egg freezing to preserve options for the future •For solo parents by choice For LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigating donor s***m, donor eggs, and/or surrogacy Includes a glossary because fertility care can feel like learning a new language — and a full index and references, because every recommendation is backed by science. This is the most comprehensive book ever written on modern fertility — it meets people where they are, with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based guidance.

01/16/2026

There are two main methods utilized for electronic fetal heart rate (FHR) monitoring, namely external and internal. Ultrasound Doppler is currently the most commonly used external monitoring method, and it can be used for almost all pregnant women for whom monitoring is required. However, the fetal heart signal obtained by ultrasound Doppler is easily lost, particularly when the labor process enters the active phase. This loss of signal is attributed to poor contact of the transducer caused by strengthening of uterine contractions, descending of the fetal head or change of position, and mistaking maternal heart rate (MHR) for FHR. Internal fetal monitoring uses disposable fetal scalp electrodes (FSEs) to directly obtain fetal heart electronic signals. This minimally invasive method of monitoring FHR is accompanied by a certain risk of neonatal infection and injury, and movement is partially restricted during the monitoring process. However, internal fetal monitoring obtains the FHR by measuring the gap between the R wave crests and is less affected by uterine contractions and obesity in pregnant women. The calculation accuracy of internal monitoring is higher than that of external monitoring. The effectiveness of internal monitoring to improve perinatal outcome, although it improves the quality of cardiotocography, remains controversial.

01/15/2026

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01/14/2026

The primary goal of intrapartum fetal heart rate (FHR) monitoring is to assess the adequacy of fetal oxygenation during labor so that timely intervention can be undertaken when appropriate to reduce the likelihood of neurologic injury or death. Another important goal is accurate identification of appropriately oxygenated fetuses so that unnecessary intervention can be avoided. There is evidence that intrapartum fetal monitoring is associated with a reduction in intrapartum death. However, conclusive evidence of a reduction in long-term neurologic impairment is lacking. Medicolegal precedent in the United States mandates some form of intrapartum FHR monitoring. For most high-risk pregnancies, continuous electronic FHR monitoring is recommended. For low-risk pregnancies, either intermittent or continuous electronic FHR monitoring is reasonable, but frequent intermittent monitoring can be cumbersome and difficult for many institutional nursing services to achieve.