Can Fundal Height Change Due Date?

Can fundal height vary?

However, fundal height measurements can fluctuate 2 to 4 cm higher or lower than the expected norm. Most caregivers are reasonably happy if your measurement is consistently lower or higher at each visit (for example 22 cm at 24 weeks and then 26 cm at 28 weeks).

Feeling/measuring your belly, listening to baby - Dr Emeil Kamel

Does baby measuring ahead change due date?

It could be that your uterus size doesn't sync up with the standard growth charts (i.e. you measure big). And if the measurements are off by three weeks or more, in many cases your due date is moved to reflect this.

Possible Reasons for a Due Date Change in Pregnancy

Does fundal height predict due date?

It's one of many tests doctors use to measure your baby's growth. Your fundal height is compared to your estimated pregnancy date to suggest whether your baby is growing on track. If your fundal height isn't what you expect it to be, it doesn't automatically mean that there's something wrong with your baby.

What to Know About Measuring Fundal Height - WebMD

Is it possible for fundal height to decrease?

As you near your due date, though, you may well see your fundal height drop. This isn't anything to worry about. In fact, it's a positive sign! Generally speaking, at this point in pregnancy, a decreasing fundal height indicates that your baby's position has dropped.

Fundal Height: What It Is and What It Tells You - Peanut App