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On my last ultrasound, which was monday the 5th, the baby weighed 10oz which from what i've read is a little big for 18 weeks. The ultrasound predicted a due date of June 2, just based on the size of the baby, but he still said June 6th. He said the baby wasn't quite developed enough to be due on June 2nd and I expressed my concearn of my due date being off. He still didn't change it though. So, do babies grow differently at this stage in pregnancy? Why is he so big?
Casey,
Yes, babies grow at different rates after the first trimester due to genetics and maternal nutrition as well as other environmental factors.
Otherwise, they'd all be born the same size. Some are bigger than average, some are smaller. It doesn't mean there's a problem. He could also slow down his growth rate later or have just had a growth spurt.
Typically, a due date isn't changed at this point unless it's off by 10 days or more.
Best,
Catherine
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Catherine Beier MS CBE
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I can provide evidence-based information and current research findings concerning childbirth and pregnancy. My specializations include natural childbirth, pregnancy and birth interventions, fetal positioning, labor induction, choosing a care provider, midwives, homebirth, unassisted birth, natural pain relief, medications in pregnancy and birth, informed consent, understanding the risks and benefits of childbirth choices, doulas, waterbirth, childbirth methods, childbirth education classes, cesarean section, and VBAC.
Experience
I have been a childbirth educator, mother, author, public speaker, researcher, and birth advocate for the past 9 years. I am also the author of Giving Birth Naturally, a site dedicated to natural childbirth and pregnancy information. I publish evidence-based articles on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, and post-partum care. I'm also a mother of three children, two daughters and one son all born naturally. To learn more about what normal birth looks like, view the natural childbirth video of my son being born at home unassisted.
Publications
My book, Birth Outside the Box, was published in 2007.
Education/Credentials
I hold a Master's degree in communication disorders with an emphasis in child development. I am also an independent childbirth educator.
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