Fundal Height Measuring Ahead

What does it mean when your uterus is measuring ahead?

During prenatal visits, your health care provider might measure your fundal height — the distance from the top of your uterus to your pubic bone. A larger than expected fundal height could be a sign of fetal macrosomia. Excessive amniotic fluid (polyhydramnios).

Fetal macrosomia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

What happens if fundal height measures big?

If your fundal height is larger than expected, it may be because: You have too much amniotic fluid. You're having more than one baby. Your baby is larger than expected.

What to Know About Measuring Fundal Height - WebMD

Why is my fundal height measuring a week ahead?

If you're in week 25 of your pregnancy but your fundal height measurement estimates that you're in week 28 or 29, don't worry. There are several reasons why this might happen: You may have been pregnant earlier than you or your doctor calculated according to your missed period cycle or first ultrasound.

Fundal Height: What It Means During Pregnancy - Healthline

Will I deliver early if my baby is measuring big?

Key points about large for gestational age If a baby is too large to fit through the birth canal easily, delivery can be difficult. If ultrasound exams during pregnancy show a baby is very large, your healthcare provider may recommend early delivery.

Large for Gestational Age - Stanford Children's Health