Fundal height is the measurement of the distance from the top of the pubic bone to the top of the uterus. It is used to estimate the gestational age of a pregnancy and to monitor the growth of the fetus. Fundal height is typically measured in centimeters and is usually taken at each prenatal visit.
Measuring fundal height is a simple and painless procedure. It can be done by a doctor, nurse, or midwife. The woman will lie on her back with her legs bent and her feet flat on the table. The healthcare provider will use a tape measure to measure the distance from the top of the pubic bone to the top of the uterus. The measurement will be recorded in the woman’s medical record.
