We know the frequency can be a real worry for expectant women, though. Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. When I asked about cleft palette she said she was not able to answer that and she for plenty of pics for dr so we should be good. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. That said, yes, you can book a private scan at any point during your pregnancy. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. I don't feel worried about tomorrow although I know stuff might show up but I feel he or she kicking about all the time now so I know they are ok in there! Im now 28 weeks and it has spoilt the whole pregnancy. Here, we explain how they work and what they mean for you plus what it means if your scan is at 28 weeks, 34 weeks, or 38 weeks. Who's gonna be doing my scan, basically?". He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. 25/10/2021 22:36, @Maighread thank you so much! The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. We know a fair few mums whove had growth scans at around 28 weeks often its because their bump is measuring small. Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! I found out today at my follow up appt that I have an anterior placenta , I have my anatomy scan Thursday afternoon.we have had a scan at 6 weeks and a Amnio at 17 wks. Told me it was not unusual at 19 weeks so we are going back but I am relieved everything looked good. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). 12 week scan today.. so nervous as I don't feel pregnant, Terrified of no heartbeat at 12-week scan, Get the days best CHAT sent straight to your inbox, I have read and understood Netmums' Privacy Notice and Terms & Conditions. They'll only be scheduled in if doctors want to be reassured that any symptoms, concerns about baby's movements or risk factors aren't affecting your baby's health. I just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. I have another scan next Thursday I think that's for the Down syndrome testing. The waiting and the unknown is the worst. I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. This page may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a small amount of money if you click through and make a purchase.All articles are written independently by the Netmums editorial team. I just wish I could trust more that everything is going okay. 06/01/2014 19:24. Sonographers do pretty impressive techy stuff with these scans - and can use all these measurements they've taken to estimate your baby's weight. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. She didn't agree to it and gave birth to her little boy, he did have to have operations to correct his club feet and wear braces on his legs for quite some time but he has absolutely no other issues and is now 18 years old and you wouldn't know any difference. He just wanted to sleep lol.. Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. 6'3"). Im terrified beyond belief! This scan will again take your babys measurements, and make sure everythings on track for you to deliver your baby as planned. Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. It means you don't need one. Made me cry - happy tears, mind you, I feel the same but get this, my dr is a new one, had the same amazing dr with my other 3 and I miss him, Just had my 20 week scan, I'm not yet 20 weeks so the tech told me ahead of time if she doesn't see something clearly I'd have to go back. I am really nervous too. I keep telling myself to not worry. I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. This is #5 and it never gets easier, I'll worry until I see her face and can hold her! A good hearty 160 (exercise makes it faster, after all). Very nervous too. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. Been crying all day, depressed, taking it out on my OH when I should be so excited, but I'm really convinced there's going to be no heartbeat/no baby at all. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. 04/01/2011 10:22. 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! I haven't felt movement but I am also 17 weeks (due Nov 28) so that's normal? Yes there! Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here), I honestly didn't even know where my dds head was at 12w. Usually, its just a precaution. My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! I'm 18w 4d. "It's actually quite complex reviewing it all, but it should be reviewed.". We found out we're having another girl and beyond excited. Told gender at 12 week scan! The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". Maybe gas maybe baby? The experts we've spoken to disagree on this one though - so we reckon it's on a case-by-case basis! Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). I just like to think that when I'm really nervous or whatever, I just say to myself "in half an hour this will all be over" etc. What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? I can't wait to see its tiny body again and find out if boy/girl. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. if one of you is very petite, e.g. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! I have no reason to think it's not. I'm not trained for that. I know this time is terrifying and steals your excitement and replaces it with fear of the unknown, hang in there, reach out for support xx, Thank you for sharing your story. X, Hi. I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . I obviously feel a huge sense of relief and we got the cutest picture of his little feet. x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. But everything else was perfect!! Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! Nigel Thomson, Professional Officer (Ultrasound) for the Society of Radiographers (SoR) stresses that NHS growth scans are always done for a reason - you don't need one unless you're told you do. I'm 21 weeks and I'm unsure if I've felt movement. I can't private message back I don't no why. Xx. xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. What is wrong with me?! We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. How common is it to find anomolies at the 20 week scan? I'm 2.5w away from my 2nd A/S (baby was lazy so they couldn't get all the necessary photos the first time) - not that I'm counting, I'm 20 weeks today and can't feel any movement. 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. This page may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a small amount of money if you click through and make a purchase.All articles are written independently by the Netmums editorial team. Thinking of you and still sending all the positive thoughts for yours - I know how mentally tough this wait is! November 2015 Moms Nervous for 20 week scan beckd89 member June 2015 I'm 18 weeks 3 days and have my 20 week scan soon. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. I couldn't care less about the DS. July 7th is my anatomy scan. I never imagined I'd be like this at all. They'll also be able to tell you if everything's OK with the baby, and everything else: the fluid, the cord, and the placenta, etc. Soooo happy. It is an estimate, though: its been reported in the past that theres a 15% margin of error when it comes to weights determined by growth scans. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! They take all sorts of measurements so generally you get a much better look at the baby. Whether or not you need to keep having growth/wellbeing scans will be determined as your pregnancy progresses. "She then went into hospital at 36 weeks because she thought her waters had broken (they hadn't) and was told she was measuring 3 weeks ahead! Likely, this will be a GROW chart. What your feeling is normal i am the same and my 12 week scan not till next Tuesday but like you don't think i have enough symptoms and just constantly worrying. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. We had an extra scan at 16w6d because we didn't want to wait any longer to find out the gender. I think I have once but definatly nothing regular. I was absolutely terrified as I'm a NICU nurse and have looked after lots of babies whose Mum's got bad news at their 20 week scan. Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. Anonymous. Slightly worried about my brown discharge someone help!! Good luck! It's our first baby, and I think what's making me feel worse is that I barely have any bump yet and I've still not felt any movement. Keep calm and enjoy x, I felt exactly the same way for my 12 week scan I was petrified they wouldn't be any heartbeat but I'm now 20 weeks and I have my 20 week scan tomorrow and it's the one scan I am actually looking forward to! If you do end up being scanned again, the sonographer and your doc should explain what the purpose of the scan is, and what its showing, and what the results mean. Hi. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. I haven't felt any movement either but the tech confirmed I had an anterior placenta so I should feel him in a few weeks more than likely. When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. Good luck chads fianc! Seeing that helped because I thought I had been feeling things, but it was nice to get the confirmation that I was in fact feeling him since he's such a mover. You never know! the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. He had an operation at 6 months old to correct the problem and has been fine since. 12/02/2014 at 10:43 am. Reasons you may have an NHS growth scan include: if your fundal height is measuring smaller or larger than expected for your baby's gestational age if your placenta is looking low at the 20-week scan if you have diabetes or gestational diabetes if you have a history of premature delivery if you have a history of pre-eclampsia 06/01/2014 22:51. I hope everyone's scans go perfectly!!! I'm glad yours went well! We know a lot of MFMers on our forum found this IRL. Once youre done, you may find thats the only growth scan you need. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to have vanished and for past 2 days I've had a stomach ache. There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) I think it is the fact that it seems like such a big deal that's making me more worried. My aunt said they initially told her that the baby only had one leg and then after a more detailed scan they said he did have two but he had very bad club feet. Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! In this case, youll be having 2 growth scans during the later stage of pregnancy, as it can be tricky to do a clinic assessment. Seeing your little bubba on screen tomorrow will make all the worry disappear. Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this scan. 12/10/2021 16:51. There's no reason why you shouldn't be able to discuss the results of the scan with the sonographer or doctor at the scan. She did put the doppler on me and as soon as she placed it - POW - a kick and then another and then she switched sides and got the heartbeat. However, I kept reassuring myself that, even though I see sick babies day in day out, that is NOT the norm and that most scans go smoothly. Growth scans in pregnancy: everything you need to know, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), if your fundal height is measuring smaller or larger than expected for your baby's gestational age, if your placenta is looking low at the 20-week scan, if you have diabetes or gestational diabetes, if you have a history of premature delivery, if you have a condition like high blood pressure, or renal disease, that could potentially affect your placenta working properly, if you are very overweight, and as such there's a possibility your placenta might not work properly, if you have a BMI of 40 or over. I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. during the scan he also looked like he was waving at us, ugghh that made me cry, it was soo incredible!! I'm glad I'm not alone in this then! I don't have any advice just wanted to say that I'm in exactly the same position, 20 week scan is next week and I'm so anxious, even though 7 and 12 weeks scans were both were good. However, the scan may also be tailored to you and your baby. Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. Good luck x. I think its quite normal to feel this way, I know I did with my 1st two, I was convinced it would all end up being a false alarm or I'd have mc, but they both turned out fine. Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. On the off-chance something's not right, your docs can use this knowledge to recommend the best possible course of action for you and your baby. Had my scan this morning. With my first baby, my now 5 year old son, we found out that he had a cleft lip/palate at my anatomy scan so going through that has opened my eyes that something could potentially be wrong and it is terrifying. Not long to wait now. I have maybe felt movement? Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! Very faint line on internet cheapie. In April 2019, researchers at the University of Cambridge also recommend that all pregnant women have an additional 'breech scan' at 36 weeks to check on the baby's position. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. It could be because your baby is either measuring too small for the 34-week mark (on average), or a bit larger than expected, or due to other risk factors. We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . I haven't felt anything either. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! During pregnancy, there are 2 NHS scans that (generally) everyone will have: the 10 to 12-week dating scan and the 20-week abnormality scan. My niece is perfect. Mine is on Monday and I'm super nervous! "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. Yay! It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. I couldn't feel it but the tech said I should appreciate the extra sleep I'll get until then bc he's a kicker, I think I haven't felt movement yet, either and I'm 18 weeks today. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! I was super nervous to. Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. . "If someone's going for a scan in the independent sector which is fine, there's nothing to stop them they need to ask who's doing the scan, and are they qualified? Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. So happy for you. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . I suffer from anxiety too and also had a 'bad feeling' about my 12 wk scan and was like preparing myself for the worse so when they told me I wouldn't be surprised. It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! So we're not getting scanned till 22 weeks. So, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. Usually, itll be after 28 weeks. The weight is so off. It's just a testing time, but I'm sure that we will get through it somehow Whatever the outcome, Hang in there. But trust me, when you see your baby on that screen tomorrow with it's little heart beating away it's the best feeling ever!! My daughter had a lot of health issues last year before and after she was born and she ended up passing away at 2 months, so I am very fearful that something could be wrong with this baby. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. concerns about the baby not moving properly, how long your babys femur (thigh bone) is, if needed, the blood flow in the umbilical cord, the measurements are completely within the parameters you'd expect, the measurements may be smaller than you would expect and youre going to rescan. I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. Awww a little boy amazing, how's he looking? These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. At the Amnio she measured a full week behind and today at my midwives appt I had a fundal height of 24 cms! Make learning about money simple and fun for your kids with these easy tips. I'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. You guys are amazing I love the support on here. Your exactly the way i was started having niggly pains in pelvis and groin getting worked up bout scan which was Monday just gone, thinking the worse and you know what everything was just fine just like yours will be!! Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. It means a lot.. I'm totally naggy all the time as well. I won't be having my anatomy scan for another 4 weeks and will be very nervous until I get to see baby for the first time and know everything is developing as it should. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. "If the scan is being done on the NHS, its being done for a clinical reason. Hi im in a similar situation. I'm so glad you guys feel this way too! I always get so nervous before OB appointments. A GROW (Gestation Related Optimal Weight) chart is a "customised antenatal chart for plotting fundal height and estimated fetal weight", according to Perinatal.org.uk. Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. Thinking good thoughts for all of you! And then I was cramping and spotting last night. Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? They were advised to amputate his feet and part of his leg but he's all good now, please try not to worry xxx. Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". They will be extremely cautious over scans but it's most likely that baby just has club foot. I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. Youll find out after this scan if your doctor thinks you should deliver your baby a few weeks early, due to their size. ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week scan? Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). With both my babies they were wayyyy off! Such a scary experience all this when u can't see the baby all the time, having to wait weeks is a nightmare, Hi girls I was the same I had mine just last week at 21 weeksonly starting feeling bubbles bursting at 19/20 weeksI'm now nearly 22 was and proper movements now hang in t. I've felt her on and off but I am still super nervous for the anatomy scan.

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