Posterior placenta
The posterior placenta is one that has implanted on the back wall of the uterus, closest to your spine. This is one of the most common and favorable placental positions. Because the placenta sits away from your cervix, it rarely causes complications. One practical effect is that you may feel your baby's kicks more strongly toward the front of your belly from earlier in pregnancy. At your detailed scan (usually around 20 weeks), your sonographer will note placental position. A posterior placenta generally requires no special monitoring or intervention.
What This Means for You
Understanding Posterior placenta is an important part of your pregnancy journey. During pregnancy, your care team will use this term regularly. Being familiar with it means you can ask better questions and feel more confident at your antenatal appointments.
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At KKH and NUH, placental position is routinely checked at the anatomy scan around 18 to 22 weeks. No action is needed for a posterior placenta unless other concerns are found.
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Source: https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/glossary-of-pregnancy-and-labour
Always consult your healthcare provider for personalised advice.
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