or sign up to post a comment! She was born weighting 6lbs 14 ozs so she was just a peanut. We're doing weekly monitoring now but the doc isn't overly concerned. They are sending me back to a high risk ultrasound tech (the one who did my 20 week) for peace of mind and told me not to worry but how can I not? How could I be THAT behind? Lol. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. Everything looks normal with only one soft marker, her femur bones are measuring 2 weeks behind (in the 5th percentile) My Dr. It scared me and freaked me out but he was just fine. My girl was measuring 2 weeks behind at 32 weeks Too. I hope this is also the case for you. This could make the bump appear much bigger or smaller. But assured me that I have nothing to worry about. Posted 2/1/18. Since the introduction of ultrasound, the prediction of size has been more reliable and predictable, which giving a more accurate estimate of your due date. There's a one in 13 to one in 7 chance of large babies experiencing shoulder dystocia during birth. thanks Log in or sign up to post a comment! Measurements late in pregnancy are not very accurate to begin with. A week isn't a concern. If the abdominal and uterine muscles are more relaxed, then the bump can be mistaken for a larger baby. Remember these measurements are not always accurate, and importantly that every baby grows at a different rate. @momofthreetoB how did you end up going? I never had an ultrasound this late in pregnancy though. TW: pregnancy mentioned measuring behindLooking for some insight I am 7w6d from FET #3. How To Tell If Your Baby Is Going To Be Big Before They're Born. Just a big boy. The same happened to me today. Was told I ovulated late. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. I know this is a very old post but I'm in the same boat now. This is my 2nd pregnancy and I just had my first prenatal appointment. I dont know why they still continue to use old medical theories. She called the high risk doctor herself and said that he wasn't worried by the measurements she read him but they would see me for peace of mind. If a mom-to-be has not been eating well, poor nutrition can affect your babys growth. But for the past 2 months she is measuring 2 weeks behind. So I would just talk to your doctor about it and go from there. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. Learn more about, Your Guide to the Second Trimester of Pregnancy, How to Relieve Breast Pain and Sore Nipples During Pregnancy. RELATED: How To Tell If Your Baby Is Going To Be Big Before They're Born. Create an account or log in to participate. I had my 34 week appointment yesterday and I am currently only 1 week behind so my uterus grew in the last two weeks about 4 cm. 20062023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. Smarter than average and tall skinny with a smaller head (not noticeably) but just shaped smaller than average. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. The following things might be reason to be concerned: Giving birth vaginally to a large baby might be challenging, but it's definitely not impossible. The baby can be 3 weeks behind or smaller than the gestational dates for many reasons, and more than often its nothing to worry about. I guess I'm just looking for anyone with a similar experience so I can feel at least a little less anxious. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. This is what I am hoping for. Based off my LMP I am 19+6, he was measuring small around the abdomen and femur. His head measures smaller than average on ultrasounds and while at the pediatricians office when they would measure. My baby has been growing in track but at my anatomy scan they said he is measuring too small with a fast heart rate. If the measurement (fundal height) is smaller than your due date indicates it should be (this is called "small for dates"), she'll follow up with an ultrasound to pinpoint your baby's size and weight. I go back Friday & I hope it's growing. So it's hard for me to not wonder what did I do wrong or differently this time around. All rights reserved. Went back, back grew by two weeks, heartbeat, everything was great. At 36 weeks my ultrasound showed baby was measuring 34+5. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. The fundamental height is so stupid because multiple factors can cause it to not be even close to what it is actually at. Learn more about. Certain clothes may make the bump look bigger than others. Terms of Service & Privacy Policy, the others, and if she doesnt, then dont worry if your doctor doesnt raise an issue and your baby is quite keeping up with the kicks in your tummy. She said it happens and it is absolutely nothing to worry about. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Yep! Doctors will measure your baby in utero to ensure they are growing correctly. Thank you. Tomorrow Im going again to get remeasured. My dr. said she is not concerned as she would be if it was the anatomy ultrasound. I was measuring 2 weeks over for a bit. I just realized you posted this several years ago, what was the outcome? Ive also heard of babies measuring small because the sat so low inside the pelvis. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Has anybody else had this and everything was fine? I was suppose to be 8 weeks and whatever days and when we had our ultrasound and the baby measured 6 weeks 4 days. The week before I measured at at 35 as well. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. I had an ultrasound last week Tuesday and I measured 7w1d. Symptmes de grossesse ne jamais ignorer, Moyens naturels pour dclencher l'accouchement. Generally, only the smallest 3 percent truly have growth restriction, typically measuring 2-3 weeks behind. I figure she might be petite. Going forward I will have another growth scan next week to see where shes at. All rights reserved. Yep my daughter measured 2 weeks behind my whole pregnancy and this baby I think from what I understood is also measuring 2 weeks behind. Has this happened to anyone else? At my 20 week scan Ariel was measuring in at 18 weeks, a few days. For many families, your baby may just be small because you and your significant other are small. I need some encouragementlike u Im scared. I could be a bit off but not that much. When it appeared that he had lost weight, from one week to the next, my doctor suggested I go for c-section. More posts in "June 2022 Birth Club" group, Create post in "June 2022 Birth Club" group, the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information. So my son measured small my whole pregnancy; I had to have weekly U/S as a result. Along with the excitement that comes with baby news, pregnant women are likely to feel an inherent sense of worry about the wellbeing of their growing baby. They definitely seemed concerned that the baby is measuring 2 weeks behind my LMP. In rare cases, the placenta simply wears out and tends to stop working even before the fetus is able to grow in the womb. I also have a friend who was told her baby was HUGE10+ lbs. I was huge with my first baby and she was suppose to be 9 pounds from tape measurement. We had all the blood testing and chromosome testing at 11 weeks and the high risk level two ultrasound and blood work and had zero red flags or hints of any problems and everything measured fine at my 20 week. This was super concerning because last week I was measuring fine. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. This is baby #3 and the most normal pregnancy I've had. If your baby has been measured as small on your ultrasound or during the fundal height measurements, its not always an issue of concern. I had a blighted ovum in May of this year. Hi! I went to my first appt thinking I was 8 weeks. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. My last period was sept. 26th. His head measures smaller than average on ultrasounds and while at the pediatricians office when they would measure. Symptmes de grossesse ne jamais ignorer, Moyens naturels pour dclencher l'accouchement. @Niki324 How has your pregnancy progressed? I have a second anatomy scan on February 14th because of this. A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. Create an account or log in to participate. The measurements of length can just as easily be off. My cycle must have been off and ovulated later than I thought! Keep praying guys xoxoxo, This happened with my daughter. I had two growth scans just to make sure everything was fine my baby measured perfectly average both times. Shes 12 lbs now! Your baby can have IUGR if there are problems with your placenta if shes not getting enough blood and oxygen. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. More often, the size of the bump, either large or small, is related to the body type of the mom-to-be, and not the babies growth patterns. Long torso, short legged little guy. There is no way your baby can me measured with using a measurement tape accurately. my whole pregnancy i felt baby and my belly were small. There is a possibility that the doctor will recommended an early induction or schedule a caesarean if the baby is large, especially if the baby has been diagnosed as diabetic. Bloating. I have a growth scan on Friday as well but thats because I have marginal cord insertion. I also didnt really pop until close to 35 weeks. Thanks so much for replying. Twins. Try not to worry too much!! Is anyone else going through this or have more information about this? I am only 5'3 and my other kids have only been 18 3/4 inches to 20 inches at birth. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. I know how hard it is not to worry. I dont trust these estimates- they are just guessing! so many life changes begin to take effect. He was a shorty at birth- 8lbs, 18.5". each trimister can be seen from three different way like development , Gestation and conception. My doctor said it was totally normal and she looked completely healthy. They left it at that as decided not to push my DD back. I still feel pregnant & I'm not spotting at all. My last pregnancy my belly always measured way behind. I am sending you so much positivity and hope. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. I'm in the same situation. If your worried about it you could always call your doc back and tell her your worried about it and your OBGYN and tell her your concerns try and stay calm and remember our babies can feel everything were going though :) Keep your head up You Got This :). It might also be caused by fetal problems due to some genetic abnormalities or an infection, the fetus may have poor growth and so the problem could be with the fetus itself. Messages: 1,498. Femur lengths were in the 5th! So you can very easily be two weeks off. A Doppler Ultrasound may also be suggested to measure the heartbeats of the baby and to see if the blood flow through the placenta and the umbilical cord is working fine. Create an account or log in to participate. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. We did not hear a heartbeat and wasn't concerned. Keep in mind and repeat this to yourself, that every baby grows at different rates from each other. I'm well aware every baby is different but my daughter whose now 4 was always in the 90th percentile, and my husband and I are both very very tall. We're a group of writers, mostly parents, some medically certified, who publish helpful articles for all stages of your child, from preemie, newborn, infant, to toddler. My doctor explained that depending on how the uterus and torso are sized and disperse, can affect how it measures to the scale they use. Maternity clothes could make all the difference in appearance and that of the bump. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. At my 18 week pregnancy scan, he was measuring 2 weeks behind and they found a 2 vessel cord. Should I bring it up at my appointment next week? The fetus has already dropped into your pelvis. My babys have all been over 7lbs. I went in when I thought I was 7 weeks and was told I was only 5 weeks. At my last apt i was measuring 2 weeks behind. I went in for my 8 week, they said I measured at 6, so I go back for another in 2 weeks. This happened to me too. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. What happened? I'm two weeks behind and I got a heartbeat last week! Rarely, a serious situation can occur if the baby weighs over 5 kg. Mine is about the same. They did find one, just slower than they would have liked. Now Im in the boat tooI swear Im 7w2d but scan said more like 5. Dates adjusted. The fundal height will be equal to the number of weeks of your pregnancy give or take 2 cms, meaning if youre 24 weeks pregnant, then the fundal height measurement should be somewhere between 22cm-26cm. You May Also Like In 3rd Trimester Should I worry? Recent posts in October 2021 Birth Club I know my ovulation date and should have been 8 weeks 0 days. We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. I'm scheduled to go back next week for another ultrasound as well as get the progesterone and HCG blood work done. Thanks. If the scan shows that your baby is large, then your OB/GYN or midwife will look for uterine fibroids or may want to monitor your blood sugar levels to see if youre developing gestational diabetes or have pre-existing diabetes. In two months, I've gained 2 pounds which makes a total of 21 pounds still so not too concerned about that. I'm currently 34 weeks 2 days prego. From about halfway into your pregnancy, you will be having more frequent visits with your obstetrician, gynecologist, or midwife who will monitor the size of your baby to make sure that they are growing and developing in a healthy manner. I didnt get to see my doctor due to her being out sick. I know it is easier said than done but I have been were you are and everything will work out for the best. The baby's fundal height is the distance between a pregnant mother's uterus and pubic bone. Complications like an increased risk of heavy blood loss after the birth and severe perineal tearing are most likely to occur. In my first pregnancy, my sons head measured greater than 40 or 42 weeks at 37 weeks. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. My other two kids, I either measured exactly or a week or two ahead from fundal and my amniotic fluid decreased as I got closer to due date. More posts in "December 2016 Birth Club" group, Create post in "December 2016 Birth Club" group, the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information. I had a terrible bout of flu for 6 weeks and had to take some medications that I didn't need with my daughter. Seems the baby doesnt grow past 6.2 with a very low heart rate (this one 63 bpm) and always measuring behind . I haven't had an ultrasound since 20 weeks but my doctor has been tracking my baby's growth by measuring fundal height. I have another US appointment next week at 10 weeks. I go 3 days from now to my ob for another ultrasound, I really hope to see a heartbeat. On Monday I had an ultrasound and the tech told me baby was nearly two weeks behind. 2 weeks behind on a scan or fundal height? Your Guide to the Second Trimester of Pregnancy. Remember these measurements are not always accurate, and importantly that every baby grows at a different rate. The latter leads to a pregnancy loss rate of about 9%. Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. when I thought I was 8 weeks I measured at 6 at my first scan. I was so worried. Other things to consider are the babys position in the womb, your height, your ethnicity. I'm scared but my doctor isn't, so I'm trying to trust that. In extreme cases, babies may measure 4-8 weeks behind. It's so hard not to freak out. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Yesterday I had my glucose test and 28 week appointment (technically Im 28wks 5d). 8 week US. What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. Its just to identify why your baby was measured small and treatments to provide for it. Frequent monitoring is usually required to assess the well-being of your baby. It was never discussed with me at the time but when I was looking back at the ultrasound measurements after a 32 week 3D I noticed at her 20 week and at the 32 week her femurs were measuring less than 10th percentile. think twice before sharing personal details, foster a friendly and supportive environment, remove fake accounts, spam and misinformation, delete posts that violate our community guidelines, reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. but is measuring a week behind cause a concern? Create an account or log in to participate. I trying not to stress out too much, I promise :-\, This happened to me as well I measured 2-3 weeks behind what I initially thought at my first ultrasound and I was terrified but much like you at that state in the pregnancy they saw what they were supposed to see, I also had to get my blood tested and they said my hcg levels looked great and I just went for my 8 week ultrasound yesterday and everything progressed correctly and we saw a heartbeat!!!! If your doctor indicates that you are measuring small, it simply means that your fundal height is smaller (considered to be more than 2 centimeters smaller) than expected for your stage of pregnancy when compared to that of an average pregnancy. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Good luck!! Statistics show that women who previously had a small baby have a higher chance of conceiving another small baby. I'm scheduled to go back next week for another ultrasound as well as get the progesterone and HCG blood work done. Take a deep breath in and out and now relax. My first son is a smaller guy too and so are me and my husband so I'm just assuming baby #2 is little too! There are few well known reasons for measuring small. Your doctor or midwife at your antenatal visits will measure the babys fundal height i.e. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. So that definitely put me at ease. I guess I wouldn't describe any of our heads as huge but certainly not small either. Saw sac w something in it but not much. The fact that there is a fetal pole suggests that your baby is developing normally. Like always staying in the 5% range. No yolk sac or fetal pole either. I came back in the next week to see if it had grown and it did, so they thought we just miscalculated. He told me that baby was measuring consistently at 35 weeks and 4 days, and today I am 37 weeks and 2 days. I had a scan at 30 weeks 2 weeks ago and my little girls head was in the 2% and body in the 46%. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. I don't Remember the exact measurements, but when I was nearing the end, after 32 weeks, I had an ultrasound & they told me that she was measuring very small & that her arms were measuring at least a couple weeks earlier than the rest of her. l. Lreay93. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. Had my 20 week anatomy scan today. My doctor told me she's not worried so I'm trying not to worry either. Likes Received: 0. Like always staying in the 5% range. Goes the other way too! A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. Try not to panic, it's in your body's hands now. But it grew on target. When shes not busy cooking and running after her kid, you can find her in a corner reading, or penning down words on her laptop. She caught right up to the 50th percentile. He wasnt premature, just preterm at 36 weeks. The babys measurements could be related to a high body mass index (BMI) at the start of the pregnancy. Thank you everyone we have short people on both sides too. I've been measuring a week behind my whole pregnancy and my baby was in the 72% at the anatomy scan. Now at 20 months, he is still tiny at 20 lbs and 31 & still around 5th percentile for height and weight, but hes still healthy.
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