Question about a sonogram?

Question

I had a 3D/4D sono done this weekend and the sonographer told me that my 26 wk gestation baby weighs over 2lbs. She said that this is more than normal. She also said that the baby is measuring 2 wks ahead of what I am.

Now I am a small girl and I have only gained 7 lbs my entire pregnancy.....

Should I tell my doctor about it and see if he thinks this is something to be concerned about or just let it be?

Answer 1

3D ultrasounds are worthless for medical puposes!
they are only for fun to see your baby in there.

my sister is a nurse and has had 2 little ones of her own and she told me that the 3D ultrasounds are only for fun! that's why you pay for them...insurance isn't going to cover something that just gives you a fun, cute first baby picture.

so, you can mention this to your dr to be on the safe side, but the person doing the 3D ultrasound is full of crap.
also, if they were doing a medical eval of the baby by 3D ultrasound, or any ultrasound, the ultrasonographer writes a report to the dr and then your Dr covers everything with you.

so, don't stress and mention it to your dr to make yourself feel better!

take care.

Answer 2

What you gain during your pregnancy isn't really the concern unless it's a huge amount. I lost weight the first 5 months, stabalized months 6 and 7, and then put it back on in months 9 and 10 (remember...it's lunar months, not calendar months!!). Everyone is different, every pregnancy is different.
I only weighed 5 pounds more the day I delivered than the day I found out I was pregnant. I just figured I always did eat for two, there was just someone else taking up the slack.
Talk to your doctor. What you need to remember is that nobody can pin down the exact date of conception, unless you are on fertility programs where you have to mark it all down, keep track of temps and sex and the whole nine yards.
Even with all of that my son was born exactly when I said he would be, the doctors said he was two weeks late, the sonogram said 4 weeks late, but....I knew when I had sex with my husband and they DIDN'T!
Point in fact, sonogram measurements are only as accurate as the person giving the exam. That's part of why my 8.5 lb, 19 inch girl came out as a 23 inch, 7.25 lb BOY! (Yes that umbilical chord can hide things...can't it!!)
Any time you have a question, any time you are concerned, always talk to your doctor! If he can't talk to you right them, leave a message having them call you....say it's about the sonogram and that you have questions. If you have a doctor that won't talk to you or return your calls...change doctors!
You stressing isn't good for you or the baby!

Answer 3

Just let it go. Two weeks over or under at 6 months is nothing to worry about. If this is your first baby, you will be at least a week to ten days overdue, so if the baby comes on or a day or two before your due date, don't worry.

If you've only gained 7 pounds and the baby is 2 pounds, that means the baby is in parasite mode and getting nutrients from your bones and blood instead of from the food you are eating. Just to be safe, you might want to add one more yogurt or piece of cheese to your daily diet.

Answer 4

I would mention it at your next appointment, I don't think it's anything to be worried about. If you have a picture you can show your doctor from the sonogram that may help them answer your question. Sometime doctors get the due date wrong, so it's possible you may be 2 wks more pregnant than you originally were told.

Answer 5

Has your regular doctor taken a sono? If he hasnt said anything then I wouldnt think much of it. Doctors cant tell by pelvic exams and measuring your stomach if your baby is on schedule, small, or big. Ultrasounds are 100% accurate anyways. So dont worry about it.

Answer 6

Im a small woman too and also had gestational diabetes you should snack in between meals on healthy foods like pnut butter crackers fruit vegetalbes. Your doctor should know already by now if you are normal weigh and size for the term.

Answer 7

This is exactly the reason that most doctor do not approve and have begun legislation against the mall photo opportunity otherwise know as 3D/4D sonos. . . . you can leave there with unaswered questions, worried, or false insecurities.

I assume that you know your docotor would give you a lecture if you went directly to him/her with this question. So again, instead of seeking trained medical advice - you seek advice of total strangers on the web.

Please, give your child (and yourself) the best possible advantages and speak with a licensed medical doctor or midwife.

Answer 8

Was this not done at the Dr office? You could be further along than what your Dr thinks unless you know the date& time of conception. I wouldn't worry because you have a long way to go and you will get different information next time. If you have any concerns always write them down and the next Dr appt make sure to ask.

Answer 9

A copy of your ultrasound report will be sent to your ob/gyn, and he will discuss it with you at your next visit. If he doesn't bring it up when you see him again, ask him. I had an ultrasound a few days before my son was born, and they estimated (from measuring bones, his head circumference, etc.) that he was going to be a little over 7 lb. He was born a few days later at 8 lb. 11 oz. I wouldn't worry if I were you. :)

Answer 10

Any time you have a concern you should address it with your doctor. It might not be a problem, but it never hurts to make sure.