The round ligaments lie within the broad ligament of the uterus and run laterally from the uterus towards the inguinal canal. They originate at the uterine horns, situated near the upper part of the uterus, before following a path through the pelvic region. The ligaments traverse beneath the peritoneum, a membrane that lines the abdominal cavity, and continue towards the labia majora, which are external structures of the female genitalia. Their strategic positioning allows them to effectively support the uterus while accommodating the significant spatial changes imposed by fetal development.