Short femur length

Just did growth scan at wk 30. Doctor said head and tummy size are good but femur length is short. Had done Harmony test and FTS and results for both are low risk for Down Syndrome. Doctor mentioned short femur length is probably constitutional and can cause baby to have fractures easily in future and also risk of dwarfism. Freaking me out. Scheduled for another growth scan in a month time. Appreciate anyone who has similar experience on this for advice.#pleasehelp #advicepls #1stimemom

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I had the growth scan today at 29 weeks and was told the same thing. Scheduled another scan in 4 weeks time. My doctor asked not to worry as it could be constitutional. Let’s stay positive and hope for the best.

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4y ago

Hi mama, I have popped at 37w. Baby is a little on the small side but she looks proportional. She is 4 months now. Her height is not that bad though her weight is at 3rd percentile but I guessed its easier to work on that. Mama, just eat well and maybe baby will experience a growth spurt soon. I was controlling my diet initially as I was afraid that baby might grow too big and would be difficult during birth. So, eat more, eat well and stay positive! Stress will also affect baby's growth

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