Breech Baby at 35 Weeks: What You Need to Know

Question
I am about 35 weeks pregnant.  My baby is breech.  I've been reading about how there could be something wrong with my baby.  Do you know how likely that is?

Answer
HI Melissa,

Congratulations on your pregnancy!

Just because a baby is breech does NOT mean anything is wrong. I have never heard that before; that is NOT a sign that something is wrong with the baby.

You can try putting ice packs on your belly to try to get the baby to turn vertex (head down). Bags of frozen peas work well for this! And your baby could turn on its own any minute also.

good luck!
andi