When a baby is suspected to be big, it’s called macrosomia. Join me today as I talk about everything there is to know about macrosomia. Learn the risks that come with having a bigger baby and what can be done to manage it.
In this Episode, You'll Learn:
- What it means when we think you baby is big
- Possible outcomes when your baby is suspected to be big
- Terms commonly used for babies with excessive growth
- The difference between macrosomia and LGA
- What causes a larger than average birth weight
- The risk factors for macrosomia or having a big baby
- How your OB/GYN physician determine when your baby is big
- Uncommon and common complications from having a bigger baby
- What should you do when your baby is suspected to be big
- How we manage babies who are suspected to be big
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Full show notes: www.ncrcoaching.com/episode34
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