Are Maternity Measurements Serving You? Finding Balance in Birth Choices

When numbers and charts enter the realm of maternity care, they can shape your pregnancy and birth experience far more than you might expect. We are not machines, and treating our bodies as such—through constant measurements—doesn’t always make sense. Though metrics like growth scans, bump measurements, and CTG readings are offered to track progress, it’s essential to consider how much they truly serve you. After all, pregnancy is a deeply personal journey that extends beyond what can be quantified on a chart.