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Went to my 37 week appointment and she measured my stomach and it measured 34 still the same a last appointment. is this normal? she didnt really exp

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

OK to ask: Never feel embarrassed to ask questions. This is a good question to ask your doctor. Fundal height measurements are not super exact. If your doctor ha any concern about fetal growth they may want to consider a sonogram

Answered 12/28/2017

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36+ week drop: At 36+ weeks, the pregnancy tends to droop down into the pelvis preparing for future labor and delivery, thus the unchanged measurement.

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