You are 16 weeks pregnant but the babys size is closer to 17 weeks would that change your due date or is the baby just big?

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I would not change my due date. Babies grow at different rates and times in the womb. Some babies will take a little longer to grow than others. Some will wait till closer to time to really start growing and others will slow down when it gets closer to time. If you know when your last period was I would go with that date. Also be aware that babies do not come on any set day. They can be early or late. Pleanty of women have carried that babies up to 3-4 weeks "late". You baby knows when it is time to be born. They may need a few extra days in the womb to develop. Give them this time. You do not want a pre term baby just because you have a set date. I have also found that Midwifes are a lot more baby friendly than Doctors can be. If you can find a Midwife in your area I would at least give her a call. You can go to a Midwife and doctor at the same time. Midwifes seem to have more time to spend with you and are very understanding of all your needs and questions. Birth centers run by Midwife are a very ideal place to have your baby. I would check one out if I were you and see if you would like to deliver there. Again this is just as safe and maybe safer than a hospital. Good luck with your baby!