Patient's question:
I am 4 months pregnant and basically showing. A few days ago, the doctor said during the prenatal check-up that the baby is developing relatively quickly and is about one week larger than the normal fetus. Is the advanced gross motor development of the baby good or bad?Doctor's answer:
The child is currently about one week larger than a normal fetus, and rapid development is not ideal. During pregnancy, if the baby develops too quickly, it can lead to fetal macrosomia, which is not conducive to delivery. If the baby develops too quickly after birth, it may be due to consuming too many supplements, which could result in precociousness. The early stage of infancy is a critical period for growth and development. Even a slight stimulus or injury during this time can have a lifelong impact on the structure and function of the body.