I had twins and I was measuring 15 centimeters at 15 weeks, 18 at 18 weeks, 24 at 24 weeks. I didn't measure "big" until I was 28 weeks.
From the way you word your question it sounds like you measured yourself. I don't know if that's the best thing to rely on.
Also, from what my cousin told me (she's got 5 kids and she's a nurse), the measuring thing can also depend on how the baby is positioned and a few other factors I can't remember.
If they've done an ultrasound then you aren't having twins. Also, an ultrasound is one of the more reliable ways to determine the due date because they take measurements, etc. I would rely on the ultrasound and continue planning for a Feb. 20th due date.
Congrats and good luck!
2006-11-16 17:51:51
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answered by Ali D 4
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Its normal and common for a non-first time mom to measure farther along that usual. Its also more common for them to show earlier than a first time mom.
Each pregnancy is different, and your body will expand and swell at different rates, while some pregnancies are quite similar for some women, its more common for each to be greatly different.
Except in extreme cases, larger bellies and quicker growing rates do not mean anything, or are any cause for alarm.
In some cases your doctor might have you sonogrammed again just to make sure the baby is not developing quicker than it ought to, but again, this is such a rare even that your other regular tests (urine and blood) would pick up chemical imblances and hormone issues in the fetus or yourself.
If you're greatly concerned you can ask your doctor about it, or just wait until your next visit.
Also, you have to be laying down on your back and measuring from the fundus, or top of the uterus to the pubis to get an accurate measurement. And these measurements are only an average, and used more to monitor your growth, not place you ni a gestational time slot.
:) Its alarming when it happens to you.. but its more likely than not nothing to worry about.
2006-11-13 08:13:49
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answered by amosunknown 7
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If you were having twins and you've had a couple of u/s done, you'd know.
One possibility is that when differnet people measure, sometimes you get different results.
Another is that baby's position can have an effect on the measurements. If baby had a significant change in position between the measurements, that could make a difference.
Normal measurements are + or - 2 cm, so for a 26 weeks mom it would be 24-28 cm for normal measurements.
2006-11-13 08:11:15
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answered by momma2mingbu 7
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The baby could be big, it could have been in a strange position or you measured from a different spot then your doctor. The third time I was pregnant I measured farther along then I was. If you have some ultra sounds I would not be worrying about twins to much.
2006-11-13 08:45:40
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answered by applecrisp 6
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The measuring thing is a rough estimate, not an exact science. :)
I measured several weeks ahead throughout my pregnancy, and I had a big baby, 9lbs, 7oz.
IMO, you should ask your doctor if they can provide an ultrasound, especially if you are worried about twins. But the docs should already have been able to tell, even without an ultrasound. They would only have heard one baby heartbeat, for example.
I think you're going to have a big baby.
Good luck!
2006-11-13 08:13:27
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answered by MomMomBob 2
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You might ask your physician for an ultrasound, if the child remains to be measuring significant at around 36 weeks. I used to be measuring large at the end, but best by using every week, I feel. The general practitioner ordered an ultrasound and estimated the baby used to be 9lbs at 38 weeks and offered to induce. I determined to stick it out and my youngster was born at 41 weeks, weighing 8lbs. 6oz. The ultrasound is not continuously risk-free and will also be off by means of 2lbs either manner. I suppose my baby measured better than he used to be given that he had really a massive head. I consider the circumference of the top is a component of what they use to calculate the weight estimate. Due to the fact that your baby is measuring a lot greater than mine, i might without doubt try to get that ultrasound around 35-37 weeks. They would be off on the due date. Now not each woman ovulates whilst throughout their cycle. Women had been known to ovulate twice in a month, and even in the course of their AF. Are trying now not to stress too much. If they are just off on the due date, you're just extra likely to enter labor before the due date. The child ordinarily is aware of simply when to come. When you get an ultrasound and the healthcare professional says the child is significant, then do what you feel is right. I was tempted to get my little one early, but I simply knew he was once going to be k. Believe your instincts. Your medical professional doesn't advantage from them.
2016-08-09 22:28:24
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answered by ? 4
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I measured 5 cm. larger than anticipated for the second half of my pregnancy. My OB sent me for an ultrasound and everything was normal. My baby came 8 days after her due date and was 8 pounds, 8 ounces. Keep in mind also that your doctor mught be measuring you from a different spot than you measured yourself.
2006-11-13 08:51:11
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answered by Stephanie 2
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A lot of time with each one you will stretch more and be bigger. and a lot of times when you measure you don't measure the same as a doc would but if you are very worried i would call your doc and ask them questions they will more then likely have you come in so they can check thing out.
2006-11-13 08:16:14
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answered by Juli L 2
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I always measured at least 2-3 weeks ahead, the doctors were telling me to prepare for a big baby! But my son only weighed 7lb 10oz, born on his due date. He was facing outwards (most babies face their mothers back), so I think that may have been why.
2006-11-13 09:58:26
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answered by me 4
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Well I had the same problem and it was because there was to much amniotic fluid around the baby but i guess from what my doctor told me it was ok but they my want to take it out!!!
Best of luck to you and you new baby!!
2006-11-13 08:20:13
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answered by becca 1
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