first pregnancy

[butter20cup]

I take synthroid and I'm pregnant my midwife says that the baby is small so I can't the week I am suppose to be I'm actually (2 or 3 weeks behind) is that normal? Help I'm going insane

[sdelavern]

I'm on synthroid as well but they determined my baby is 12 weeks due in April. I suggest you find a doctor that can give you an ultrasound and measure the baby to see when you may actually be due instead of guessing.

[butter20cup]

That's helpful. Thank you she says that the first day of my last period don't count? That confused me a little but she hasn't measured my tummy at all and she say I won't feel the baby move til its 1 pound. Iv obviously been checking things out online but im reading that its wrong? So I'm just confused she says my due date is January 10- February 16 she sent have an actual day.

[Elaine Brown, MD]

Hi!
If you were my patient, I would advise you to have an ultrasound. An early ultrasound is very accurate at estimating how far along you are and also your due date.  It is important to continue your Synthroid--it is good for the baby.  BUT it will not affect the size of the baby in early pregnancy, or change you due date.
Good luck!
Dr B
DR B