kinda worried

[saramay2014]

So im 36weeks+2days... i had an aptment today and got my last ultrasound, baby is measuring 2-3 weeks behind and is about 4lbs 12oz. But im worried cause i tested positive for strep b :/ what does this mean for me

[saramay2014]

Thank you phegge

[phegge]

Im a doula and have attended about 35 births. Strep B is common and nothing to be worried about. They give you antibiotics during labor and Ive never seen anyone or heard of anyones baby getting strep B after being treated during labor. You will NOT have to have a csection just because of strep B. Relax, this is very common and the doctors know how to treat it. Every woman has strep b bacteria in her body, it just flairs at certain times. This doesnt mean you will have it 'flair' with your next baby either. No worries!

[angel1moses]

I am praying for you and your baby... i know you and your baby will be ok ... god has your back... good luck to you and your precious baby

[BrittBritt2323]

If you get the antibiotic eveything should be fine. I wouldn't worry about the size of baby less baby stops growing or if dr. Seems concerned. I babies always measure small alot smaller than what they really are. Both of my girls were decent sized babies even with measuring small And they were 6lbs 9oz and 7lbs11oz and this third baby is measuring small to I'm sure she will be just fine to. Try not to worry to much I know it's hard.

[saramay2014]

Oh god thats so scarey i am terified of the thought of a csection.....

[bellababybump]

You will probably have a c section and not a v-birth.

[jkbull]

I had it with both my previous pregnancies. Don't stress they will take care of you and your baby. Its very commen and they know how to handle it.

[saramay2014]

I hope not

[ashleegrebe]

Theres nothing to worry about if you get your antibiotics before the baby arrives

[saramay2014]

Its a bacteria that you can get while pregnant... theres a article on it in one of the week by week things on here. My dr said ill be ok but anytime you hear anything about death rate and your baby its super scarey... i didnt think much on it till i read the article... i guess all i can do is pray and hope the antibiotics works

[ashleegrebe]

Group B streptococcus (strep) is a common bacterium often carried in your intestines or lower genital tract. Group B strep is usually harmless in adults. In newborns, however, it can cause a serious illness known as group B strep disease.

Group B strep can also cause dangerous infections in adults with certain chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes or liver disease. Older adults are at increased risk of illness due to group B strep, too.

If you're a healthy adult, there's nothing you need to do about group B strep. If you're pregnant, get a group B strep screening test during your third trimester. If you have group B strep, antibiotic treatment during labor can protect your baby.

[jessicaeden13]

What is strep b?

[YellowB30]

I never heard of it but I can understand why u scared ..ask your doc ..

[saramay2014]

I read that step b if untreated can have a 20-50% death rate!!!! Now im really scared!!!! Im so worried somethings gunna happen to my lil girl!!!!! Im def getting the antibiotics but what if it passes to her cause they dnt get it in me in enough time! Or it just dont work... god im so scared :'(