Fetal growth restriction

Intrauterine Growth Restriction: My Sister’s Experience Part I

Hi and welcome to Part I of a series on my sister’s experience with intrauterine growth restriction. Intrauterine growth restriction, known as IUGR or fetal growth restriction is when a baby in the womb doesn’t grow as expected.

I thought having Hannah share her story might help someone else who is going through a similar situation. We decided to do this series interview style, where I asked Hannah questions and she answered them. This post will detail a bit about Hannah’s background, previous pregnancies, and IUGR diagnosis. Okay, let’s do this!

Baby boy born at four pounds (more…)

A Prayer Request, Pretzel Picnic, and Other Weekend Fun

Hi guys! Just checking in today to share about our weekend. First, I have to ask for some prayers. My sister is 31 weeks pregnant with her third child and found out her baby boy has intrauterine growth restriction due to an abnormality in his umbilical cord and the placenta.

Young family at birthday party for baby

Hannah had an ultrasound that showed all of this and she was told by a high-risk obstetrician that she has to deliver baby Titus at 37 weeks or sooner due to possible complications. She’s going to have weekly ultrasounds to check on Titus’ growth, and if at any point the doctors think he’s better off outside the womb than inside, Hannah has to deliver him. (more…)