Groundbreaking 3D Scans Show Early Fetal Movement and Behavior

The video discusses a pregnant woman named Sam, who is concerned about her second child due to her first child, Harriet, having only one kidney. New 3D scanning techniques reveal that fetuses can start walking as early as 12 weeks, surprising obstetricians. Professor Stuart Campbell, who pioneered these scans, notes the complex range of fetal behaviors observed earlier than expected. These scans show unborn babies blinking, yawning, and smiling at 26 weeks, sparking debate about fetal emotions. Medical experts emphasize the need for further research on fetal development, as these techniques could aid in understanding genetic diseases and suggest lifestyle changes for expectant mothers.

What surprising movement have obstetricians observed in fetuses as early as 12 weeks?

What complex range of behaviors have been observed in unborn babies at 26 weeks?

What does Professor Stuart Campbell suggest is necessary for the new scanning techniques?

How might the new scanning techniques contribute to understanding genetic diseases?

What lifestyle changes can a mother-to-be make to enhance the development of her baby?