At my last scan the report said baby is around 800g and i was just wondering how do they even get that number from a sonography? Matlab is it accurate or just an estimate? Curious to know.
Doctors use specific ultrasound parameters to calculate baby weight. If your scan report shows any variation, it is best to consult your gynac. They will guide you if any extra diet or medication is needed for baby's growth.
I was reading about this recently while preparing for our journey. I think they use ultrasound measurements like the baby's head and tummy size to guess the weight. It sounds so fascinating how technology does this gently!
Oh, I remember panicking so much when my 8th-month scan showed less weight! But my doctor explained they calculate it through ultrasound using formulas of head and bone size, and there can be a 10-15% difference. My baby was born perfectly healthy, so please don't stress.
They actually calculate it during your regular ultrasound scans. The doctor measures the baby's head, tummy, and thigh bone length to estimate the weight. It's just an estimate, so don't worry too much if it changes a bit on birth day.
Beta, the doctors do this using those scanning machines, they look at baby's growth. In our times we used to tell by feeling the stomach, but now ultrasound is best. Focus on eating good food like soaked almonds and milk, baby will grow nicely.
