I was just diagnosed yesterday at my 20 week scan with what's called a marginal cord insertion, or a battledore placenta. Instead of the cord attaching to the center of the placenta, it is off to the side. The possible implications are IUGR, preterm labor, and low levels of amniotic fluid so every 4 weeks I have an u/s to measure growth and fluid levels because it is in a leaner part of the placenta that may not pass on as many nutrients or as much oxygen. I understand it is pretty rare, but I was wondering if anyone had any experience with it, and how it turned out. I have small babies to begin with, both were barely 6 pounds, and this little girl is already measuring a week behind. I have been induced before and I had every intention of going through to the end with this one, but if I have to be induced for the baby, obviously that is the path I will take.