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Also: LGA
Large for gestational age
Abbreviation: LGA
Baby larger than expected for gestational age.
What This Means for You
Understanding Large for gestational age is an important part of your birth journey. In your baby's first year, you will hear this term from your paediatrician and in parenting communities. Knowing what it means helps you respond quickly and confidently.
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Thresholds vary by chart.
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