9 lbs...SAY WHAT?!!???

gerbies · August 2015

I am 34 weeks, 1 day, today and had a growth scan. About 3 weeks ago, they measured our little boy in the 70th percentile. Today, he was measured in the 75th percentile at 6 lbs., 3 oz. The doctor said, if I go full-term, he will be closer to 9 lbs. EEK! I have never gone full-term (I've never gotten this far actually) and cannot wrap my brain around birthing a 9 lb baby.

I do NOT want a C-section, but cannot imagine delivering a 9 lb baby. I am freaking out!!

I may start jogging at 37 weeks, hoping things get started. Feeling sick to my stomach.

babyvelasquez2015 · August 2015

Most scans aren't accurate. I wouldn't worry too much!

brandypinky22 · August 2015

Everyone I've ever known that is told they will have a 9 or 10 pound baby end up being 8 max. The scan estimates are often super far off.

lindscaples · August 2015

They thought my first baby was going to be around 9lbs after numerous ultrasounds and he ended up being born at 7 lbs 15 oz 2 days before due date.

mollypuss1 · August 2015

gerbies said:
I am 34 weeks, 1 day, today and had a growth scan. About 3 weeks ago, they measured our little boy in the 70th percentile. Today, he was measured in the 75th percentile at 6 lbs., 3 oz. The doctor said, if I go full-term, he will be closer to 9 lbs. EEK! I have never gone full-term (I've never gotten this far actually) and cannot wrap my brain around birthing a 9 lb baby.
I do NOT want a C-section, but cannot imagine delivering a 9 lb baby. I am freaking out!!
I may start jogging at 37 weeks, hoping things get started. Feeling sick to my stomach.

I was measuring at the 90th percentile at my 28 week appointment and am freaking out too about how big she's gonna be, but everyone I've spoke to actually says that bigger babies can be easier to give birth to because of their extra fat making them more squishy when they come out. Not sure I'm convinced though.

Also, I'm sure you weren't really serious but please don't try and 'get things started' at 37 weeks, baby isn't full term at that point

swelniak · August 2015

I agree that scans are largely inaccurate except in the early stages. My OB doesn't even quote size after the dating ultrasound for that reason. With that said, my son was 8 lb 7 oz at 41.5 weeks and I gave birth vaginally with only a second degree tear. It was not bad at all.

amberrmariee20 · August 2015

My first son was estimated to be 7.5-8 lbs max ... He was born 9.7 lbs... Estimates can be off by +/- 2 lbs ..

1stComesLove421 · August 2015

Those scans are almost never accurate. I'm personally greatful my OB doesn't do them (well I haven't ever been offered one.) More often than not the results freak the mom-to-be out.

Wait and see! I know of many moms who have delivered 9-10 lbs babies without issue. Obviously it isn't pleasant, but they were still able to without a C-section. Just gotta see what your body can handle first. Don't worry this early on, share your concerns with your doctor.

Mommajones0315 · August 2015

My first was born at 39 weeks 9lb15.5oz 22.5 inches long, 4 hour labor and 2 pushes and he was here. I had 3 sutures and that was it. I hope his sister comes that easy

*edited: autocorrect owns me*

ChariZae · August 2015

I was told my baby would be between 6-6.5 lbs, but she ended up over 9lbs. I hardly tore; they didn't want to call it even a 1st degree because I didn't "need" any stitches, the doc just did one for cosmetic reasons. I wouldn't stress about the scan, because they could be way off.

loveleighmami · August 2015

I gave birth vaginally to a 9 pound baby. So if the measurements are accurate, you can do it. Don't stress!

jamienj · August 2015

I had a vaginal birth with my 2 boys who were pretty big. My first was 8lbs 7oz at 39 weeks. My last was 8lbs 9oz at 38weeks. Quick labors with little pushing. No tearing with my last one either. You can do it. Most of the time babies' size is in proportion to what their Mamma can handle. your body knows what it's doing.

ajhellmuth · August 2015

I agree your body can handle it! Don't worry about it. Plus who doesn't love a chubby baby!!! My last 2 were a little over 8 lbs and both times I only had 1-2 stitches and no problems pushing. You'll be fine

silly514 · August 2015

Ditto pp but I wouldn't worry. My first was 9 lb 1 Oz, vaginally, nearly med free (only had the epidural for breaking my water and pushing after 20 hours labor... But thank God I decided to get it) and 2nd degree tear... Which really wasn't a big deal. Baby #2 is on track to weigh the same as of my last appointment! You will be fine!

cmjn94 · August 2015

My brother-in-law was 11 lbs....delivered vaginally. So...yeah it can be done. I wouldn't worry.

Also, he was 2 weeks late so take that into account too lol

proudmama810 · August 2015

My daughter was 8pds 9 ounces you can do this. Trust me it sounds worse then it is.

QueenWaldorf4 · August 2015

Lurking*
If you really want a vaginal birth don't let doctors try to scare you into scheduled sections for reasons pertaining to the size of your baby it's unnecessary and you should be given the chance to labor/push naturally.
Remember this is what our bodies are meant to do!

przemosbabe · August 2015

As you can see, no need to put too much value in the estimates they give. I'm so happy to read you are doing well so far!

stephneejune · August 2015

Not to get you nervous, but I was measured at 8.4lb a few days before my mom gave birth. I was born at 10.4 lb. whatever happens, your body will be able to handle it. My great grandmother gave birth to a 13.6 lb baby when medication wasn't used to help during birth. Don't get too nervous!! Congratulations!

EricaOO · August 2015

During my first pregnancy, they told me DD would be about 6 or 7 lbs. She was 5 lbs 15 oz. Needless to say, whatever estimates they give me this time around, I sorta sweep under the rug.

maiatene · August 2015

You can do it! I was told my son would be 7 lbs max and he came out 9lbs14oz!!! Once your in the zone whether baby is 10lbs or 10oz it all feels the same. You just focus on the task at hand and get that little one out and into your arms

Knottie98277307 · August 2015

My first I was induced at 38 weeks because my Dr was estimating him to be over 10lbs by the time I would reach 40 weeks. He turned out to be almost 9lbs! It does happen

I did push for 2 hrs and had a second degree tear that required 6 stitches but my second baby was easier. I'm hoping my third will be too, she's already measuring big...4lbs at 30 weeks!

pinkj4182 · August 2015

I'm scared of a big baby myself! I was right on time coming in at 8lb 11oz, my husband 3 weeks early was 8lb 6oz!! I told my Dr. And she was like yikes! We're going to get a weight scan soon and may need to set up a C Section if baby is turning out like Dad!

dchiapella · September 2015

You can do it!!!! My mother, wonderful woman that she is, never had a C-Section with any of my siblings or I and the smallest one of us was 9 lbs or 9 lbs 2 oz. Try not to think about it and as others have mentioned... they're never fully accurate. My friend was told her baby would be tiny and was a healthy 8+ lbs baby!

dogsombrero · September 2015

I had a 10# 14oz kid vaginally and I promise that my birth experience was not any different than any of the other moms I know (including degree of tearing). No need to freak out, size measurements are notoriously off.

amberrmariee20 · September 2015

My son was estimated to be 7.5-8 lbs and was born 9.7 lbs ... It can be off by +/- 2 lbs ... I wouldn't freak out. My labor was only 8.5 and he was my first !

jenn2132 · September 2015

My son was 9lbs 3oz delivered vaginally with a first degree tear. I was actually surprised he was so big but I had no complications pushing him out. I suspect my little girl will be big too but I'm not worried since I know my body can handle it. Try not to stress

lucky1187 · September 2015

I never had a scan with my first. My dd came out 8lbs 9oz! At 41weeks, I remember the doctors and nurses say,Wow she is a lot bigger then we thought." So I took that like I looked pretty good lol.

gerbies · September 2015

Thank you, all! I have another weight scan next week to see how big he is (again, knowing they may be off). Because I have a little extra amniotic fluid, they will be inducing me at 39 weeks. I am hoping because this is my 3rd labor (though I delivered very small babies), that my body will labor quickly and he will come out quickly. I really want to avoid a c-section.

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