Under normal circumstances, a fetal position with a head position is more favorable for vaginal delivery. The head of the fetus is larger than the body, so if the head comes out first, there is a chance for a smooth delivery. However, the development of each fetus is different, and the fetus may not necessarily be in the same position. Sometimes, there may also be transverse positions. So, what is the transverse position of the fetus?
The transverse position of the fetus, which refers to the position where the fetal head is facing downwards, can be caused by various reasons. For example, if the pregnant woman's pelvis is narrow, the fetal space is limited, making it difficult for the fetus to correct its position on its own, or if there is placenta previa during pregnancy, it can also cause fetal transverse position. As well as pregnant women with twins, the frequency of fetal transverse position is also relatively high.
Horizontal position is not the best fetal position, and there is a higher risk when choosing vaginal delivery. Therefore, when horizontal position occurs, doctors do not recommend choosing vaginal delivery. Pregnant women should actively follow the doctor's instructions. If the fetal position has not changed by the time of delivery, a cesarean section should be considered. During prenatal checkups, close attention should be paid to the condition of fetal position, and if necessary, timely correction of fetal position should be performed.
Pregnant women can choose to sleep on the left side when sleeping, which will not put too much pressure on the heart. On the other hand, it can also relieve the degree of right-handed rotation of the uterus, which is beneficial for correcting fetal position and relieving edema.
