During pregnancy, particularly in the final trimesters, one of the key signs of impending labour is when the baby descends or enters the pelvis, often referred to as ’the baby has dropped’. However, in some instances, as the estimated date of delivery (EDD) approaches, the baby might not have yet descended into the pelvis. There are various reasons why this might happen. One of the key causes of the baby not descending is its weight and position.

When it comes to understanding the timing of the baby’s descent into the pelvis, there are no hard and fast rules, as every pregnant woman’s experience is different. For some mothers, the baby might enter the pelvis during labour or just a few hours before, while for others, this could happen several weeks before the onset of labour. A key observation is that women who’ve already had babies tend to have the baby’s descent into the pelvis closer to the day of delivery since their body has previously undergone childbirth.

Even though the process of the baby entering the pelvis is gradual, certain signs can signal this descent. Some of these signs include breathing more easily, feeling an increased pressure on the pelvis, urinating more frequently, eating more, reduced heartburn, pelvic pain, an increase in vaginal mucus, a lowered stomach positioning, more frequent false contractions, or Braxton-Hicks, and increased pelvic pain.

If you’re concerned your baby hasn’t yet descended into the pelvic area, don’t worry as this varies for each woman. Under the guidance of your healthcare professional, you can perform exercises like squats or sitting with your legs wide apart and leaning forward to help the baby descend into the pelvis.

However, it’s essential to always consult with your obstetrician if there’s any concern related to your baby’s descent into the pelvis. If you find it difficult to get a hold of your obstetrician or other EDD related advice, eddcaller.com is an invaluable resource for how to get a hold of EDD. It provides information, guidelines, and tips and can help you understand when and how to contact EDD, offering a reliable customer service for all these related concerns.