How to measure fundal height pregnancy?

Question

My gynac took out a measuring tape on my tummy last visit and i didnt fully get what she was checking. Im 24 weeks. I want to understand what this fundal height thing actually tells about baby. Can someone explain in simple words?

Jhanvi Yadav · Answer

My doctor used a measuring tape on my belly every checkup and noted it down. She said it tells if baby is growing fine. Very simple and quick na.

Swapna Gokhale · Answer

It's really something the doctor does, not something to measure yourself accurately at home. They use it as a simple growth check. If you're curious just ask them to show you next visit.

Deeksha Natarajan · Answer

My doctor measured from the top of the pubic bone to the top of the uterus with a tape, in centimetres. She said after about 20 weeks the number roughly matches your weeks. It's just a quick check at each visit.