Does the placenta hinder the hormones of the mother to reach the fetus?

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There is much spoken about prenatal hormonal influence these days. Does that mean that the hormones of the mother influences the child? Do the hormones of the mother really pass through the placenta to the fetus? It is know that alcohol does, but what about hormones?
Hormones not only pass through the placenta from mom to baby and back the other way, but are essential. The placenta is an organ unto itself that nourishes the baby and filters some things, but it acts in a symbiotic relationship with mom until the baby is born.  (+ info)

What's the difference between interior and anterior placenta?

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The ultrasound tech said I have interior placenta and I was wondering what that meant.. I know I should have asked her, but I wasnt thinking about it at the time.
Anterior means it's attached on the front side in the uterus, posterior means it's attached on the back of the uterus' interior. You just misunderstood her, that's okay. "in" and "an" sound similiar if you are new to this. It might be a little more difficult to fell baby's kicks and moves with an anterior placenta, but this placement is not that unusual. Best wishes!  (+ info)

How does the placenta come out after labor?

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Does it come out naturally or does the doctor flush it out, takes it out, like if you have a vaginal birth, how does the placenta come out?
They told me to push one more time, I did & it was out. It was easy, no need to worry about that part!  (+ info)

What benefits does a placenta have after birth?

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I'm just curious. I've heard of people eating the placenta, to ease post-partum depression. I've heard of it being used for skin treatments too and other things. What is true?
I have heard that eating it afterwards helps in contracting your uterus back down, something to do with the hormones in it or something. I know that it can help your milk come in sooner and increase supply for breastfeeding as well. And it does help the post partum depression as well. Some people eat it, freeze it, some get it encapsulated and take it in pill form over time... For me, no matter the way it is kept, it is a placenta, and I would gag on it just knowing that, no matter what the benefits are...  (+ info)

What happens if the placenta doesn't come out during birth?

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The placenta stays in the ovary, i know, but what do doctors do to remove it?
The placenta isn't in the ovary. It's in the uterus.

Usually, a few minutes to an hour or so after the baby is born, uterine contractions will cause the placenta to separate, and it comes out.
If it doesn't come out on it's own, the doctor/midwife will give an injection of hormones that will cause the uterus to contract and the placenta will usually separate. If that doesn't help, it must be removed manually.  (+ info)

Does possition of the placenta have to do with feeling the baby move?

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I'm 29 weeks. With my baby the placenta is on the front. Sometimes I think that has to do with not feeling my baby move as much as the books say she should. (Though ultrasound the other day showed she was almost moving with every breath I took) The doctor said it is possible, and that I'd only feel her if she kicked the placenta. I just wondered if anybody had this problem with the placenta being in the front?
I am currently 26 weeks with the placenta in front. It SUCKS! I barely get to feel my little girl move, and even when I do it feels like the flutter of EARLY movement! I was told the placenta in front would make it more difficult to feel movements, but that towards the end you should feel the baby a little more often, but still nothing like those with the placenta behind are feeling! I am right there with ya girl! Thats why I bought one of those at home heart dopplers, so i can be reassured by her heartbeat that there is still a little baby in my belly! Good luck to you!!  (+ info)

What happens to the placenta and the lining of the uterus during the placental stage?

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Thanks,
the placental stage.. which is the stage right before/during labor.
first theres the dilation stage where the cervix dilates and eventually effaces.. and the amniotic sac breaks.. then the expulsion stage where the uterine contractions occur.. and finally the placental stage.. what happens to the placenta and the lining of the uterus during this stage?
stage of what, before the baby is born or after?  (+ info)

What are the chances of developing Placenta Previa Twice?

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I am pregnant with my second child and am very anxious indeed! I had placenta previa with my first and bled almost constantly through the pregnancy - so much blood you wouldnt believe! I had an emergency c-section at 33 Weeks. Do I have an chance of getting it again?
It depends on whether or not you have scarring on the inside of your uterus or any other anomaly which may prevent the placenta from attaching itself higher up. Usually it is just a random occurrence in a first pregnancy so your chances are no greater in the second pregnancy. An ultrasound usually around 20 weeks can determine the location of the placenta. Even if it is marginal or low lying meaning near the cervix at this point, it will usually migrate upwards as your uterus grows. As I'm sure you already know, seek medical care if you notice any spotting or bleeding.  (+ info)

What does it mean when your placenta is old?

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I went to the doctor about 2 1/2 weeks ago for a ultra sound and she said that my placenta looks old and used up. What does that mean? She didn't say it was bad or a emergency but I would like to know what it means.
Research "aging placenta" or "calcification placenta". The placenta has a limited useful life span. During ultrasound, it is graded (Grade I, II or III). In the third trimester, it is normal and expected that your placenta is aging, and it should be at a Grade III. If you were in the second trimester, an aging placenta would be worrisome.
It simply means that the placenta has aged and that it's function is gradually degrading. It's a condition that a doctor will watch to ensure that it's function continues to be sufficient for the child.

This is not uncommon for post-term babies.

If the doctor begins to think that the placenta's condition is getting concerning, he will induce you or perform a C-section.
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What does it mean when the placenta isnt giving the baby enough nutrition?

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I just went to have a sonogram done and the doctor told me that my baby isnt growing sufficiently. It is very small for the gestational age. This is very scary for me. I am 36 weeks pregnant and it is my first baby. Can anyone tell about this? Or if this has happend to someone else.
There sounds like there may be a problem with the supply from the placenta. There are different things that could cause this. I had my first two babies and had IUGR (intrauterine growth retardation). I was induced early at 36 and 37 weeks due to this condition. They both weighed about 5 pounds each. Today, they are 5 and 6, perfect. The good thing is that your doc has found this and I am sure will continue to follow you close. Good luck.  (+ info)

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