When Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa welcomed their son Laksh in April 2022, social media lit up with speculation, “Was it a premature birth?” But Bharti cleared the confusion in a recent interview. She said, “Everyone thought my baby was born in the seventh month, but he came in the 10th.”

What Happened With Bharti Singh During Pregnancy?

Bharti chose to keep her pregnancy private in first trimester, something many parents do for their own comfort. So when she finally shared the news, she was already well into the second trimester.

By the time her baby arrived, people assumed not enough time had passed and hence the confusion.

Pregnancy Timelines Aren’t Always Exact

We grow up hearing that pregnancy lasts 9 months, that’s around 40 weeks from the first day of your last period. But not every baby arrives on that exact schedule.

Some come early at 37 weeks. Others arrive late at 41 or even 42 weeks.

That’s what happened with Bharti. She delivered her baby when her body and her baby were truly ready.

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Is It Safe To Deliver In The 10th Month?

Yes, in many cases it is ok to go beyond 40 weeks. Doctors call it a “post-term” pregnancy. But if both mother and baby are healthy, and the doctor is monitoring closely, it’s usually nothing to worry about.

What Do Doctors Check During Post-Term Pregnancy

• Baby’s heartbeat

• Amniotic fluid levels

• Placenta health

If there are any concerns, they may suggest inducing labour. But otherwise, they often let it happen naturally.

What Should New Moms Remember In Post-Term Pregnancy?

1. Don’t panic if your due date passes. Talk to your doctor as it is not something rare, it happens.

2. Don’t stress as it can do more harm than good.

3. Every story is different - so is their body just like Bharti’s

Whether your baby comes at 37 weeks or 42, it’s not late or early. It’s their perfect time as long as the baby and mother are healthy. Just listen to your doctor, and never compare your timeline with someone else’s because motherhood doesn’t follow a schedule, it follows care and patience.