Is the fetus in a fixed position at 32 weeks?

During pregnancy, women need to go to the hospital for prenatal checkups regularly to understand the growth and development of the fetus. The last thing expectant mothers want to hear during prenatal checkups is the news that the fetus is in an abnormal position. In fact, expectant mothers only need to pay more attention to the position of the fetus in the early stages of pregnancy, because after a certain period of time, the position of the fetus will be fixed, and then expectant mothers don't have to worry about malposition of the fetus again. So, is the fetal position fixed at 32 weeks?

Pregnant women who have regular prenatal checkups will find that doctors will not mention fetal position issues during examinations before 28 weeks. It’s not because the doctor is irresponsible, but because the fetal position cannot be determined at this time and there is uncertainty. Because before 7 months, the fetus is not big enough and there is extra space in the uterus for the fetus to move. So even if the fetus is in a breech position now, it may turn into a head position in a few days as the fetus moves. Therefore, before 28 weeks, pregnant women do not need to worry about the fetal position, and no intervention is required even if the fetal position is abnormal.

At 32 weeks of pregnancy, the fetal position is basically fixed. During the check-up after 28 weeks, pregnant women should pay attention to the fetal position. If the doctor does not mention it, pregnant women should also take the initiative to ask the doctor. If the fetal position is abnormal, pregnant women can consult a doctor, who will give appropriate advice to correct the fetal position. Moreover, 30-32 weeks is the best time to correct the fetal position. By 32 weeks, the fetal position is basically fixed. If a malposition is detected after 32 weeks, the chances of correction are very low. In this case, the chances of a natural birth for pregnant women are reduced, and they are likely to have a caesarean section.

If a pregnant woman finds that the fetus is in an abnormal position after 7 months, she should use some methods to adjust the fetal position. However, pregnant women should not blindly do some exercises, thinking that the fetal position can be corrected as long as they move more. If the exercise is not done properly, it may cause water breaking. It is best for pregnant women to consult a doctor, who will give appropriate advice based on your situation. If the condition cannot be corrected, pregnant women should not force it, as they may hurt the fetus.