Is having an anterior placenta a problem?

Question

I paid for a private sonogram to tell us the gender. The tech also measured our little girl and was explaining that she was measuring perfect, even about a week ahead. Anyway, she made the comment that I have an anterior placenta, and didn't seem concerned. 
I didn't think about it until later, but could this be an issue?

Answer

I have an anterior placenta as well and my OB told me that its like a pillow to the baby. Imagine you kicking or talking into a pillow. It blocks off the sound/sensations so its kind of like that as well.

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I've got one and it hasn't been a problem. I felt kicks slightly later but I'm 34 weeks now and can feel every kick to my ribs! The only slight issue was that I was told at my 20 week scan that the placenta was partially covering my cervix - she wasnt overly concerned, it is really common and would probably fix itself as baby grew and my bump got bigger. Went for another scan at 29 weeks and it had moved well out of the way

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Not a problem. I have one too. A lot of people do. As long as it's not near your cervix it's no issue at all. Just cushions everything. I'm 21 weeks and still don't feel kicks really- just small movements.

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No as long as it doesn't go too close to your cervix then you are fine...this just means your placenta is in front by your stomach...it might take you longer to feel your little girl...

Is having an anterior placenta a problem?

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