In this episode of Taking Back Birth, I talk about the testing that generally happens (blood work and cultures) in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Here are just a few of the things I discuss…

* Why is this testing routine and who exactly is it for?

* What’s a prenatal panel and a CBC?

* Should you opt out of this testing or not?

* Why would you choose to get a urine culture?

* What are some other options for self-assessment or self-testing?

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You can download a PDF transcription of this podcast here.