baby is too small...

Hi moms-to-be, I recently had a check-up with my OBGYN, and they mentioned that my fetus seems to be smaller than expected for this stage of pregnancy. Needless to say, this news has left me feeling quite anxious and worried about the health and development of my baby. I can't shake off this feeling of concern. can this lead to my baby stops growing? Has anyone else experienced something similar during their pregnancy? Did your baby's size end up causing any complications or was everything okay in the end? I would really appreciate hearing from other moms who may have gone through similar situations or have any relevant experiences to share. Your insights and advice would mean a lot to me during this stressful time.

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I just had my detailed scan 3 weeks ago at about 22 weeks, and my baby’s weight was apparently in the 25th percentile. My husband asked if this was a cause for concern, and our ONGYN mentioned that anything within 90th to 10th percentile is fine. I’m at the tail end of my 2nd trimester now and still eating normal, but we decided to spice up our routine to try having 1 steak dinner per week. Most of my friends have told me that my appetite will increase in the 3rd trimester, and it is the diet during this period that will influence/determine baby’s size during birth.

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