This is my first pregnancy. Im 38 weeks pregnant and baby's head is still not engaged. What are the chances of veginal delivery for me?

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist8 months ago

A. Usually the head should engage by 36 weeks of pregnancy. If you’re very serious, you can give a trial of labor and see if the head is getting engaged during the process of labor. If not, then you might require surgery.

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