Reading a little on this, and from what I can amount to, it's really rare for a dwarf not to have complications when she is pregnant, especially if the baby if not a dwarf. It's the size of the baby like I said above. Since Bharti is on the taller side for a dwarf (4 feet and above), the likelihood of her being safer increases.
But, there have been some cases I see where the woman has a more successful birth when the baby is also a dwarf ...
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PREGNANCY FOR DIASTROPHIC WOMEN (from http://www.pixelscapes.com/ddhelp/DD-booklet/)
Pregnancy for adult DD females can and does happen. A DD female generally will have an average-sized baby, unless her partner is also a dwarf, and sometimes even then the baby will be average-sized. Consultation with a genetic dwarfism specialist before pregnancy occurs is suggested.
A DD female's height, general health and internal area (space between bottom of ribs and hips) are some of the factors that determine pregnancy outcome. A complete exam by an obstetrician will determine if a DD female should attempt a pregnancy. The obstetrician will decide what will be a "safe total weight gain". This is a very important item to remember because it will affect breathing, ability to continue daily activities, the amount of room the baby will have to grow, and the duration of pregnancy. Most women report breathing difficulties as the pregnancy advances. Many pregnant DDs must sleep upright late in their pregnancy in order to breathe normally. There are no reported major complications during pregnancy, other than the usual "morning sickness" that seemed to last longer than expected, elevated blood pressure, cold feet and legs as the pregnancy progressed, and excessive weight gain.
Serial ultrasounds should be done to monitor the baby's growth and position. All deliveries are done by caesarean section and are usually planned to take place within 2-4 weeks of actual due date. This is a major complication even if it is planned. Tests are done of the baby's lungs to ensure full development. General anesthesia is used most often, although there have been reports of success with an epidural. In some cases, the baby must remain in the hospital a few extra days to gain those extra ounces before being released. Recovery for the new DD mom should be a speedy and enjoyable time of getting to know her new little treasure."
So, let's see what the writers can do with this storyline.
Edited by samirah23 - 12 years ago
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