General Ultrasound. Ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. It is used to help diagnose the causes of pain, swelling and infection in the body’s internal organs and to examine a baby in pregnant women and the brain and hips in infants.

Disadvantages of ultrasonography include the fact this imaging modality is operator and patient dependent, it is unable to image the cystic duct, and it has a decreased sensitivity for common bile duct stones.

Unlike some other scans, such as CT scans, ultrasound scans don’t involve exposure to radiation. External and internal ultrasound scans don’t have any side effects and are generally painless, although you may experience some discomfort as the probe is pressed over your skin or inserted into your body.

A standard fetal ultrasound is typically done between weeks 18 and 20 of pregnancy to evaluate a baby’s anatomy. But ultrasound waves don’t easily penetrate abdominal fat tissue. This can interfere with the effectiveness of fetal ultrasound.

If you’re overweight, it can be more difficult for the person doing the ultrasound scan (sonographer) to get a clear picture of your baby. This is because of the way ultrasound scans work. A scan sends high-frequency soundwaves through your womb (uterus).

You’ll probably start to show in pregnancy at 12 to 16 weeks. You’re more likely to show early if you’re short, carrying multiple babies, or you’ve been pregnant before. By week 20, your doctor will start measuring your fundal length, the distance between the pubic bone and the top of the uterus.

But new research shows that women with obesity can safely exercise and diet to lose weight without any negative impact on their baby’s well-being. If you have obesity, you can still have a healthy pregnancy and delivery.

Weight Gain Recommendations For Women Pregnant With One Baby

Third trimester weight gain is an important part of later pregnancy and is not usually a cause for concern. Many women will experience rapid weight gain during their third trimester. This is because the fetus typically gains the most weight in this time, according to the Office on Women’s Health (OWH).

Weight loss: 5 simple morning drinks to melt belly fat

• 01/6​Weight loss: 5 simple morning drinks to melt belly fat. Do you not fit in your favourite pair of jeans anymore?
• 02/6​Jeera water. Jeera is a must -use spice in all Indian curries.
• 03/6​Saunf water.
• 04/6​Ajwain water.
• 05/6​Lemon water.
• 06/6​Green tea.