Emma is joined by Dr. Louise O'Brien from the University of Michigan.  Together they discuss:

* How Dr. O'Brien got interested in researching sleep in pregnancy and how it brought her to the United States from the UK.

* Pregnancy and obstructive sleep apnea, common signs and symptoms.

* Various research projects showing the rates of OSA in pregnant women from specific groups e.g. high blood pressure.

* The prevalence of habitual snoring among pregnant women and the current state of screening.

* Ongoing research about babies born to women with obstructive sleep apnea.

Find out more about Dr. O'Brien and her research here: https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/neurology/louise-m-obrien-phd-ms

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Disclaimer: this episode of the podcast includes people with sleep apnea discussing their own experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your own medical professionals before you start or stop any medication or treatment.