You may be aware that your baby floats in a fluid inside the womb, but it is crucial for other reasons as well. Amniotic fluid is a special liquid that protects, nourishes and helps your baby grow.

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 ...

Scientists have created miniorgans from cells floating in the fluid that surrounds a fetus in the womb – an advance they believe could open up new areas of prenatal medicine. Miniorgans, or “ ...