Can the gender of a newborn be predicted using Ramzi Theory? This concept suggests that the location of the placenta in an early ultrasound can determine an unborn child’s sex. However, experts challenge the reliability of this procedure, and here we explore why.
------Advertisement-----
Folklore abounds that purports to be able to tell parents-to-be what gender their unborn child will be. You can observe the shape and tilt of your pregnant tummy by placing a threaded ring over it and observing which way it swings, mixing your urine with baking soda to see if it fizzes, and observing the results. …and the items keep coming. You may have heard of the Ramzi theory if you’ve been looking for more methods to determine your unborn child’s gender.
------Advertisement-----
The Ramzi theory, often known as the Ramzi method, proposes that early ultrasound images of the placenta can determine whether the parents are carrying a male or female child. Some people believe that a boy will be born if the placenta is located on the right side of the uterus, while a girl will be born if the placenta is on the left. Some people believe in the Ramzi method, which claims to accurately predict the sex of an unborn baby as early as six weeks into pregnancy.
The Ramzi theory, like many other sex prediction methods out there, has about a 50% probability of being right, making it an unreliable method that is essentially the same as random guessing. What future parents should know is outlined below. Remember that your child’s gender identification is distinct from their biological sex.
Whence Came the Ramzi Hypothesis?
Dr. Saad Ramzi Ismail is credited with developing the Ramzi method, which involves using an ultrasound performed at six weeks of pregnancy to establish the biological sex of the fetus based on its placental placement. However, family doctor Beth Oller, M.D. from Stockton, Kansas, says there’s no proof this hypothesis originates from a reliable source.
The original paper that inspired Ramzi to develop his approach is not published in a peer-reviewed medical journal, lacks author and affiliation information, and was published on a site owned by a media firm. Dr. Ramzi’s identity and qualifications are also shrouded in mystery. This evidence alone should be sufficient to debunk the notion in the eyes of any medical professional.
------Advertisement-----
Is There Any Truth to the Ramzi Theory?
Experts believe the Ramzi idea is entertaining but unreliable for determining your child’s sex. Doctor Kecia Gaither, who specializes in obstetrics and maternal-fetal medicine, said, “There is no known scientific basis or factual data for proof.”
Dr. Gaither adds the Ramzi idea is illogical from a medical standpoint as well. Placental implantation is not limited to the right or left side of the uterus; it can also occur in the anterior or posterior wall of the uterus, in the fundal region, or even in the abdominal cavity (in which case it is considered an abdominal pregnancy, a rare kind of ectopic).
According to Dr. Oller, the success rate of the Ramzi technique is roughly 50%. You would have about the same chance of correctly predicting your child’s sex by guessing, asking your grandmother, or flipping a coin.
Furthermore, credible medical academics have researched the Ramzi approach and disproved it. Australia’s finest put Ramzi’s hypothesis to the test, and their results were published in the peer-reviewed issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Over the course of 277 pregnancies, researchers tracked where the placentas developed and, ultimately, determined the gender of the infants. What did they decide? The placental position has no effect on the sex of the fetus.
Keep in Mind That Biology Does Not determine Sexuality
Katie Sagaser, MS, LCGC, head of genetic counseling at JunoDx, says there are many scenarios in which a parent may like to know the gender of their unborn child. She explains that some parents want to know the fetal sex so they may make decisions about the baby’s room, registry, and apparel. Some parents believe that knowing the sex strengthens their attachment to their child, while others may be interested in the sex for practical or cultural reasons.
Remember that your baby’s sex (the sexual organs they are born with) has nothing to do with what gender they will be. Your baby’s sex may not correspond to their gender expression, and vice versa. It’s only normal to wonder which gender your unborn child will turn out to be, but several myths can keep you from making an informed decision.
How to Determine Your Baby’s Gender
Try and true methods are available to determine your baby’s sex before delivery. An anatomy scan, or mid-pregnancy ultrasound, is the most common and straightforward option. The majority of expectant parents today find out their child’s gender through prenatal ultrasound. Sagaser adds that while it is possible to see your baby’s sex organs as early as the first trimester, the best chance of clear visualization is between 16 and 18 weeks.
The gender of your baby can also be ascertained by genetic and chromosomal tests, such as:
- Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
- Non-invasive prenatal screening
- Amniocentesis
- Preimplantation genetic testing
If you’re pregnant and curious whether these tests are appropriate, talk to your doctor.
Meaningful articles you might like: Holding Breath Spells in Newborns and Infants, 7 Must Have Vaccines For Newborn Babies, Fun Activities to Do with a Newborn