Pregnant Drishti Dhami is worried, told – ‘It has been 41 weeks and the baby has not arrived’, is late term pregnancy dangerous?

Pregnant Drishti Dhami worried?

What is late term pregnancy?

When a pregnant woman is in her 41st week, it means that her 10th month has officially started. This is called late term pregnancy or delay in pregnancy. According to gynecologist Dr. Seema Gupta, pregnancy usually lasts for 9 and a half months. It is not necessary that every woman gives birth to a child in the 40th week itself. Some women can give birth to a child even after this in the 42nd week. (Photo courtesy: Instagram @dhamidrashti)

Is late term pregnancy dangerous?

According to doctors, late term pregnancy can be dangerous. Because women face different problems during pregnancy. If the 40th week of pregnancy has been completed, then it has to be checked that the placenta is not pressed anywhere and there is no shortage of amniotic fluid.

Is healthy delivery possible after 41 weeks?

Generally healthy delivery is considered only till 38 weeks. But some women can give birth to a child till the 42nd week. Provided everything goes well. Whereas after 42 weeks, the child’s health is at risk.

Which women are likely to have late term pregnancy?

• Pregnant woman being over 40
• Obesity, problem of high blood pressure in pregnant women
• Pregnant woman suffering from gestational diabetes
• Suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.
• In addition to having a history of preterm delivery, women who take cardiotoxic drugs are more likely to have a late pregnancy.

Ways to avoid late pregnancy

• Eat good and healthy diet during pregnancy.
• Do moderate activity for 30 minutes every day.
• Brush and floss daily.
• Don’t miss taking prenatal vitamins during pregnancy.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.