Many young mommies might hear from their OB/GYNs that they have a “low-lying placenta.” This can be a great worry in the third trimester, because it means that the placenta is blocking the cervix, increasing the chances of a C-section. But never fear, young mommies! There is still time for the placenta to move up into the right position, closer to the upper uterus where there is better blood circulation and nutrients–and thus less risk of pre-term delivery.
However, if after 28 weeks the placenta is still low-lying, it’s time to reduce or stop exercise and leave off the sex. I know that daddies will be unhappy, but baby will thank you!
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if this goes through, wanted to note that i got the scary p.p.p. (‘possible placenta previa’) talkin’ to at 15 weeks with kid a. i fretted furiously over the next few months, only to later be reassured that panic was unwarranted if i noticed anything unsightly dangling from my left nostril…
‘low-lying placenta’? they say that to all the girls…
yippeeeee ! it worked !
Bat in the cave! Yay!