At what gestational age is the fundal height expected to be at the level of the umbilicus?

The fundal height, which is the distance from the pubic bone to the top of the uterus, serves as an important assessment tool during pregnancy. At around 20 weeks of gestation, the uterus rises to the level of the umbilicus, making it a key point of reference for clinicians. At this stage, the growth of the uterus becomes more pronounced, and it can typically be palpated at the umbilicus, indicating that the fetus is developing adequately and that the pregnancy is progressing as expected.

Fundal height measurements become more aligned with gestational age after the first trimester, with increments generally correlating to weeks of gestation—specifically, by about 20 weeks, fundal height in centimeters will often match the gestational age in weeks. This correlation helps confirm that the date of conception is accurate and that the fetus is growing normally.