Questions tagged fetal development

Hi, I did answer this query last week but I ma not responsible for posting on the site so I am not sure what happened. Antibodies develop in the m...

Hi, This means that there is bleeding before gestation. It may be the start of a miscarriage but it is not a definite sign of problems. Best w...

Hi, It is not unusual to have periods of less movement at this gestation. Try lying down and having a cold drink to see if you can feel any flutte...

Hi, This means that you have had a bleed around the time of gestation. This does not say why it happened. Try not to worry too much. You have had ...

Hi, It is always best to find out you are experiencing problems with your pregnancy as soon as possible. However, you will have a scan to check th...

Hi, Your baby may be born at an above average weight (average being 3.5kg). This is not unusual and nothing to worry about. Babies grow very quick...

Hi Lauren, You may have an irritable uterus that is causing you some discomfort. If you are sure of your dates then you are 24 weeks and the baby ...

Hi, If the bleeding is vaginal and you have had a check up and a scan where everything was checked then you can continue with everything as normal...

Hi Helen, When your blood sugar levels are tested your health care professionals will look at the general trend of your levels. If they remain hig...

Hi Helen, It is great that you have been able to fall pregnant and carry the baby to 29 weeks. Hopefully you will be able to carry the baby as clo...

Hi Michelle, This all sounds to be expected for this condition. The blood that you are losing is your blood and not the baby’s so there is n...

Hi, It is advisable to go see your health care professional for a check up. If you have no noticeable fetal movements for one or two days you need...

Hi, I am sorry but I am not sure what this term is referring to. The normal heart rate for a baby at 8 weeks is between 120 – 160 beats per ...

Hi, If you have had a high number of miscarriages you need to see a specialist obstetrician to have some further tests. If you are a negative bloo...

Hi, This is a small bleed that has occurred outside the sac that holds the baby. If the pregnancy continues it will more than likely disappear and...

Hi Sarah, The show or mucous plug tends to be thicker and may have old blood in it which is different to the normal vaginal discharge. Sometimes y...

Hi Rhiannan, You may have gained more weight during pregnancy due to you not having any fat stores beforehand. You may lose the weight quickly aft...

Hi Michelle, This is unfortunate that your condition was not diagnosed until now but fortunately you will be able to be effectively treated from n...

Hi, Thank you for your enquiry. It is very early days for you in the pregnancy. You may need to wait a bit longer before your doctors can tell you...

Hi Ally, If you were a little overweight before you fell pregnant then this can sometimes happen and the baby still has enough stores for itself d...

Hi Clare, This result is expected and normal for 6 weeks. The baby’s heartbeat does not start until 7 – 8 weeks. The report is great!...

Hi, This is very common and fortunately the baby is very well protected in these early weeks. Try not to worry too much the baby more than likely ...

Hi Odette, Caesarean sections are not recommended before 38 weeks as the baby can have problems with breathing if born earlier. Your doctor will s...

Hi, I am sorry but you will need to talk to your specialist about the levels that you are describing. This is a specialist area and I am not famil...

Hi, It is safe to vaccinate with these immunisations. Talk to your GP for reassurance. Best wishes, Alex

Hi Tracey, An endocrinologist is a specialist for diabetes so it is best to follow their advice on your diabetes. Usually if a random blood sugar ...

Hi Laura, It is possible but it will be difficult to find a carer that is willing to take you. Enquire at your local birth centre or through an in...

Hi, It is best to try to remember your dates as this is more reliable for now. You must be very early 5 – 7 weeks. Best wishes, Alex

Hi Lisa, It depends if your LMP is accurate. If you are under 8 weeks then this result is common. The scan will be repeated in 2 weeks and then yo...

Hi, If you have a longer cycle it will add the days (over 28) to your gestation. So if you have a 35 day cycle it will add one week to the pregnan...