New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- An ultrasound showing a baby smaller than expected does not always mean there is a problem. The expert will take a look at the growth patterns and blood flow before deciding the follow-up regimen for the patient. Ultrasounds are often recommended for pregnant women to know the status of the baby's health. When an ultrasound report reveals that a baby is measuring smaller than expected for the stage of pregnancy, parents tend to get stressed and anxious.

Are FGR babies normal?

This is how the expert will examine the fetal growth.

By taking the baby's measurements: During an ultrasound, the expert will measure the baby's head, abdomen, and even the thigh bone to assess growth. These measurements will help determine ...