Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Grow Baby Grow

Yesterday I had my 37 week appointment.  Baby girl has dropped to the 13th percentile in growth.  The doctor explained that because she is breech her head is measuring very small and bringing down her weight.  Her bones are also measuring about 3 weeks behind also and he said that could just be genetics.  I'm only 5'2" so baby girl may be short like her mom.  He isn't highly concerned about her growth but isn't completely comfortable with it.  He said that it could be caused by reduced placental blood flow due to my bicornuate uterus.  The good news is she has been passing her non-stress tests with flying colors.  I'm having another ultrasound next Thursday and if she's still not growing properly, my c-section will be moved to the 19th.  So this little angel may be arriving next weekend!  I'm concerned about her right now but trying to trust the doctors.  I figure they are high-risk and see these sort of issues all the time.  I know that they will do what's best for the baby.  Please keep us in your prayers.