Baby measuring 1 week behind...

niurkad · November 2013

I'm 22 weeks today, but I had an us that says the baby is measuring at 21 weeks. Doc said he isn't worried, but I should increase my protein intake. Baby was measuring only 4 days behind 4 weeks ago. I know he can catch up, but I'd like to hear your experiences. Thanks.

PrimRoseMama · November 2013

DD measured a week behind. They adjusted my due date. She is 2.

cMichelle0423 · November 2013

I had a similar issue with my first... by 40 weeks he was still about a week behind. They told me he wouldn't be any bigger than 6lbs... he was 7lbs 4oz.. the ultrasound tech said its very common for the u/s to not measure 100% accurately.. she said it could go 1 1/2 lbs either way and 2 inches either way.... I wouldn't worry about it. Good luck though!!

ncbelle · November 2013

Doesn't mean anything - u/s measurements aren't entirely accurate and babies come in all sizes. Not something I'd worry at all about!

jackieoickle · November 2013

I'm the opposite, I'm measuring exactly a week ahead. Either I am or I'm going to have one big baby!!

niurkad · November 2013

Thanks all!

desertmouse39 · November 2013

I am also 22 weeks tmrw and had an ultra sound today, said baby is measuring 21+2 - My doctor said its absolutely nothing to worry about, their growth dips and excellerates a lot during this period and they give a 10 day window either side of your due date before they are concerned.