Baby Measuring Large? What to Do If Baby is Big?

👶 If your provider says your baby is measuring large, learn what it means, what to do, and how to make informed choices. 🌟 My birth class gets both you AND your partner ready together—check out the online prenatal class: https://www.pullingcurls.com/online-p...

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When your provider mentions your baby is "measuring large" (also called LGA -- large for gestational age) —maybe after a belly measurement shows a bigger fundal height, or an ultrasound says your baby seems big—it can flood you with anxiety, "do I need an induction?" "Is it safe to wait?" or even "how accurate are these scans?" If you’re nervous about what your provider said, frustrated by confusing ultrasound results, dread the idea of a big baby delivery, or need clarity before making birth decisions, this video is for you. Here, you'll hear from an expert pregnancy nurse with 20+ years of experience, who walks you through exactly how big baby diagnoses happen, which tests matter, and how to weigh your risks, alternatives, and options. You'll learn not just the medical details, but also practical information you can discuss with your provider to create the birth plan that's right for you and your baby.

🎥 What You'll Learn 🍼 How providers diagnose a "big baby" (fundal height vs ultrasound) 🩺 The accuracy and limitations of ultrasounds for big babies ⚖️ Making informed choices: tracking baby growth, alternative options, and working with your provider 🚨 Risks of big babies—like shoulder dystocia—and how to minimize complications 💬 Questions to ask your provider and key points for decision-making 👶 What previous big babies mean for your current delivery 🤝 How to include your partner and prepare together

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👩‍⚕️ About Hilary:
Hilary Erickson, RN-BSN, is The Pregnancy Nurse® with 20+ years of labor and delivery experience, dedicated to giving expecting families clear, evidence-based guidance for pregnancy, birth, and navigating big baby decisions!

⏳ Timestamps
00:00 Big Baby: How It's Diagnosed & Why It Matters
01:26 Ultrasound vs Tape Measure: Accuracy & What to Expect
02:34 What a Big Baby Ultrasound Result Really Means
03:07 Why Providers Mention Big Babies & Discuss Induction
04:22 Hands-On Assessment: Leopold's Maneuvers Explained
04:52 Options: Induction, Waiting, & Tracking Baby Size
05:39 Risks of Big Babies: Shoulder Dystocia & More
06:17 What Early "Big" Ultrasound Measurements Mean
06:59 Previous Big Babies & Knowing Your Own Body
07:47 Including Partners in the Decision
08:32 Making Informed, Confident Choices

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⚖️ Disclaimer:
This video shares general medical information, not individual advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for recommendations specific to your pregnancy. Hilary provides up-to-date, evidence-based information, but practices may change—stay current and work closely with your provider, especially for complex birth and "big baby" scenarios.

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