Well at my appointment today, doc said that I am 1 cm dilated and 70% effaced. She said that I was measuring 39 weeks, which is normal, but also said she thinks that the baby is big. I am being sent for an ultrasound to check baby's weight on Monday.
My ultrasound prescription (they are done out of office) says "macrosomia." When I looked this up, I found that it literally means "big baby syndrome." Has anyone had any experience with this? I know that ultrasounds are not completely accurate and from what I have read, "macrosomia" is not a good reason to induce labor or schedule a c-section. I am hoping that my doc does not want to resort to either of these things.
I am trying to stay calm, but keep thinking "OMG am I going to have a huge baby?!" I have gained a lot of weight, but I am not by any means abnormally large (at least I don't think so).
Re: 3rd Trimester Ultrasound to check baby's weight?
I had one earlier this week and will again next week for baby being on the other end...too small (5 lb 12 oz) I'm pretty small (5'8" but size 0) and have only gained about 20 lbs....maybe he is just running out of room.
US can be way off. Here's to hoping we all have healthy and appropriately sized babies!
This. Don't let the "diagnosis" freak you out. It's just a word and probably more to do w/ billing and insurance.
Thanks for all of your responses ladies. I feel much better. I wish you all a healthy and comfortable end of pregnancy!
Happy New Year! 2012 is going to bring lots of little miracles!