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If a bby has not gained weight from 25wks-32wks what does the dr do at tht point? what procedures or percautions do they take at this point in preg?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

How do they know?: Has an ultrasound been done to show that baby has not grown or are you assuming so based on your size and weight? If baby is not growing in this length of time there is a problem but don't base it on your perception of your body! discuss it with your obstetrician!

Answered 4/7/2012

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Careful monitoring: If a baby is not growing well in the last few months of pregnancy, most of us will monitor growth with ultrasounds every 3-4 weeks, as well as using doppler, a measurement of blood flow, of some important blood vessels in the baby's body and umbilical cord. We also use nsts (non stress tests) every 3-7 days, where we monitor the baby's heart rate, to make sure the baby is getting enough oxygen.

Answered 4/16/2016

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