My last scan showed fluid is on lower side and im honestly thoda tensed about it. Im in my 7th month. Wanted to understand why this happens, planning to ask my gynac in next visit too. did anyone face this?
I felt so scared when my gynac told me my fluid was low in the 8th month. I literally cried thinking something is wrong with my baby. But then doctor put me on bed rest and asked me to drink L-arginine sachets and lots of water, and everything went fine.
Beta, sometimes if we don't drink enough water or if we take too much stress, the fluid can decrease. My mother used to force me to drink buttermilk and coconut water throughout the day. Please ask your doctor and take complete rest.
Actually, oligohydramnios (low fluid) can happen due to leaking, placental issues, or maternal high BP. It's really important to keep a close eye on fetal movements. If you notice fewer kicks, please head to the hospital immediately.
This usually requires extra growth scans or dopplers to check baby's blood flow, which can add to the budget unexpectedly. Keep some extra funds ready for these weekly scans if your fluid is borderline. Try drinking coconut water and ORS, but don't skip the doctor's checks.
Listen to me, don't panic reading things online. Low fluid is manageable if caught on time. Just drink your liquids, take rest, and go for your regular scans. Your doctor knows exactly how to handle this.
If you have high sugar levels, it can affect the amniotic fluid levels too. When I had GD, my doctor was very strict about monitoring my fluid along with my diet. Make sure you get your blood sugar checked if your fluid levels are changing.
My MIL told me to drink barley water to maintain fluid, but my doctor explained that sometimes it's because of placental issues or baby's kidneys. So while hydration helps, always rely on your doctor's scans to make sure baby is safe.
Ugh, my fluid dropped because I probably forgot to drink water between my 500 trips to the bathroom! Honestly, pregnancy is weird. Just chug water like your life depends on it, but definitely call your doc because they need to monitor the baby.
Is this very common in the third trimester? I keep reading about low fluid on forums and it sounds quite scary. Does drinking 3 liters of water really prevent it, or is it due to some other internal issues?
Currently dealing with this in my 36th week! My doctor told me my placenta is getting old so it's normal for fluid to drop a bit, but now I feel like a water tank trying to gulp down 4 liters daily. Can't wait to deliver and get my bladder back!
Let's be real, sometimes it just happens and there's no specific reason. Don't blame yourself or your diet. Just get your weekly scans done as advised by your gynac and prepare for your delivery.
Oh dear, please don't stress yourself out too much. It can happen due to natural aging of the placenta in later months, or sometimes just dehydration. Your body is doing its best, just stay in touch with your doctor.
