You're taking the vitamins, going to every prenatal appointment, checking every box on your pregnancy app. But here's the question nobody's asking: Who's checking on YOU—not just physically, but neurologically? In this episode of Motherhood Aligned and Assigned, Dr. Serena Coffman and Dr. Veronica Schiltz reveal the one test every pregnant mama deserves but rarely gets: a nervous system scan. While your OB checks blood pressure, glucose, and baby's measurements, nobody's checking the system that controls all the others—your nervous system. Discover how your stress doesn't just affect you—it programs your baby's nervous system for life through the umbilical cord. Learn why conditions like preeclampsia aren't just "bad luck" but often rooted in oxidative stress and nervous system dysfunction. The doctors break down the three scans they use (HRV, EMG, and thermography), what they reveal about your adaptability to stress, and how addressing nervous system tension can prevent newborn struggles like colic, latching issues, and sleep problems. If you're pregnant or planning to be, this episode offers a missing piece in prenatal care that could change everything for you and your baby. Key Topics Covered:Why your nervous system controls hormones, immunity, and labor successHow maternal stress signals transfer through the umbilical cord to babyThe link between preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and nervous system dysfunctionWhy anxiety doesn't run in families—it's mirrored through nervous systems, not geneticsThree non-invasive scans that reveal your stress adaptability and nervous system healthWhat HRV (heart rate variability) reveals about hypervigilance and chronic stressHow EMG shows where your body holds tension (and steals energy from baby)What thermography patterns reveal about old injuries vs. acute stress responsesTimeline of healing: comfort first, then organ function, then mood and anxiety reliefHow supporting your nervous system during pregnancy prevents newborn colic and latching struggles Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:26 The Importance of Checking on Moms01:14 Understanding the Nervous System's Role in Pregnancy04:02 The Impact of Stress on Pregnancy11:44 Scans and Tests for Nervous System Health20:11 What to Expect from Nervous System Care25:27 A Message of Encouragement for Moms Connect with Veronica:WebsiteInstagramFacebook Connect with Serena:WebsiteInstagramFacebook

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