She was a 9lb newborn xx". 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. There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! What is wrong with me?! All of this depends on your personal situation. Soooo happy. Sorry Mooshell80 the worry doesn't stop when they're born, you just get new things to worry about. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. Measurements might be a tiny bit off, too, as they're indicators. 25/10/2021 22:36, @Maighread thank you so much! I was seriously shaking and felt like I could vomit or pass out at anytime. 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. I have maybe felt movement? 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. I hope everyone's scans go perfectly!!! Hi ladies it all went well!! So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. This scan will again take your babys measurements, and make sure everythings on track for you to deliver your baby as planned. Reasons you may have an NHS growth scan include: You'll also be asked to come in for a scan as-and-when, based on the presentation of certain symptoms, according to Professor Basky. Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. So happy for you. Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! 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! I'm totally naggy all the time as well. Very worried that they find something wrong with baby. Note: you should factor in typical hospital wait times, as well (you know your local hospital better than we do!). 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). 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. Good luck! Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? Yay that's brilliant Rachel! I'm glad yours went well! Yay! Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. 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. It might also take 10 or so minutes for any results to be written up and shared with you. Im terrified beyond belief! 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! I had an appointment with my midwife his morning and she said I might not feel anything noticeable until week 20 and that my partner might not feel anything external until week 25. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! I was super nervous 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. The NHS hasn't acted on these recommendations yet, but we'll update you if they do. With both my babies they were wayyyy off! I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. She's now ten months old and in the words of her cardiologist at Glenfield in Leicester, she's getting rather round, which is excellent. Sonographers do pretty impressive techy stuff with these scans - and can use all these measurements they've taken to estimate your baby's weight. I haven't felt movement but I am also 17 weeks (due Nov 28) so that's normal? Yep, that includes your midwife's fundal height readings and scans. Thinking good thoughts for all of you! They're part of a plan called GAP (Growth Assessment Protocol), which is all part of an NHS campaign to reduce the number of stillbirths across the UK. Youll find out after this scan if your doctor thinks you should deliver your baby a few weeks early, due to their size. I just want everything to be okay with them. 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. He just wanted to sleep lol.. Very nervous too. Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? Whether or not you need to keep having growth/wellbeing scans will be determined as your pregnancy progresses. 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. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! My niece is perfect. Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. 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. 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. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. 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. I couldn't find the heartbeat as it got me scared. 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. Sending you lots of best wishes, I had my ultrasound last week at 19 weeks and the baby was moving around sooooo much, he is perfectly healthy and everything is normal for me!!! We know a fair few mums whove had growth scans at around 28 weeks often its because their bump is measuring small. She was told many years ago that her baby had problems with his legs and feet and possible other problems they even went to the extent of suggesting a termination. 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). This is #5 and it never gets easier, I'll worry until I see her face and can hold her! They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. Hi im in a similar situation. More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. I was super nervous too about having mine!! Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. 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. I feel like I still am a little. 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. Hope it all goes well for you aroha77! if one of you is very petite, e.g. 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! The weight is so off. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. "It's actually quite complex reviewing it all, but it should be reviewed.". Not every NHS hospital will use the software that creates these charts yet, but lots will, and hopefully, more will soon. So hurry Thursday please! Good luck ladies! Make learning about money simple and fun for your kids with these easy tips. I worry all the time and I just hope when my baby is born he will be ok apart from the foot obviously.. just want to say good luck with your test results. He's perfectly fine now. I have another scan next Thursday I think that's for the Down syndrome testing. "If you are having growth scans," explains MFM's favourite GP Dr Philippa Kaye, "it is because there has been a concern about how the baby is growing. Try and get some sleep and you will feel great when you get your little picture lol xx. We were offered test but I declined. Try not to worry as stressing yourself out is the worst thing u can, easier said than done I know, good luck. Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. Thinking of you and still sending all the positive thoughts for yours - I know how mentally tough this wait is! I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . I've been feeling movement for a week now and has been increasing in amount and intensity as baby gets bigger. 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. Usually, its just a precaution. I just want him to be perfectly healthy so badly that I'm worrying myself. Xx. And then I was cramping and spotting last night. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. 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. If you have a scan during your 3rd trimester, it's called a 'growth scan' or 'wellbeing scan' - which is done to take your baby's measurements, and assess their health. 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. movement. I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. 12/02/2014 at 10:43 am. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. It means you don't need one. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! potentially, if there is a BIG difference in your height to your partner's height (e.g. Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. SoR's Nigel also advises you make sure you're being scanned by someone who's properly qualified, and can interpret the results correctly. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. Chances are everything will be perfect! The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . Getting mine today , I'm 19 w 2 d. I'm pretty excited it's my first time to see the little one, I've just heard the heartbeat with Doppler so far:) I've been feeling a lot of movement, but it's also my second pregnancy:), Good luck to all who have upcoming scans! I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. P.S. It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. "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? 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!! (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. Once youre done, you may find thats the only growth scan you need. 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. Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. Im now 28 weeks and it has spoilt the whole pregnancy. These growth scans usually take place in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. I want to attach a pic of mine but don't know how to on the phone can't see an attachment thingy. "On the whole, the vast majority will have a perfectly healthy straightforward pregnancy, and these wellbeing scans are being done to reassure us that despite whatever risk factors they have, that their babys health is all going to be well," says Professor Basky. I know they shouldn't answer all questions but she did, up until that one. WHAT WERE YOUR BABY'S MEASUREMENTS AT 20 WEEKS? Glitterbug09 says: "My SIL was told she was measuring small to begin with and then she was told that her measurements were spot on. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. Seeing your little bubba on screen tomorrow will make all the worry disappear. Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. 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. Slightly worried about my brown discharge someone help!! Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! I had a scan at 9+4 and was terrified but that soon went away. I've just found out I'm about 6 weeks gone and I know I will feel the same this time till my 12 week scan. Told gender at 12 week scan! How common is it to find anomolies at the 20 week scan? 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. We had an extra scan at 16w6d because we didn't want to wait any longer to find out the gender. It means a lot.. "A woman may present during the pregnancy with some symptoms, for example, they most commonly have: "These are things that occur unexpectedly during the pregnancy, where it is important for us to know that the baby is well and therefore a scan would be arranged," explains Professor Basky. If you still want to talk then email me. I just had mine and it went great except they told me his kidneys were a little dilated but it was going to be ok and it happens a lot with boys and usually resolves itself.. I ordered a Doppler last week off of Amazon Prime and my anxiety has gone away because I've been listening to my little bebes heartbeat every morning since, but I'm still so worried. At 20week scan I was told my baby has a club foot and could be linked to a chromosome prob like downs. 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. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. We just hope all is well. Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. 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. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . 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 so relived and feel so silly for worrying, I'm 18 weeks 3 days and have my 20 week scan soon. 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. I haven't felt anything either. I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. "The outcome when they come out of the scan will be either: "Everyone should be treated individually, as in, the scan results should be interpreted in the context of that woman and her size, ethnicity, etc theres various charts for those. Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. 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. 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. My 20 week scan is tomorrow morning actually! Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! During a standard growth scan, there are 4 or 5 things that will be looked at - according to Nigel: If you need other checks, they'll be done during the scan, too. At the Amnio she measured a full week behind and today at my midwives appt I had a fundal height of 24 cms! There is a reason why the scan is being done and therefore women really should ask: why do I need the scan? We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. Usually, this scan will also be looking for your babys measurements. 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. I can't private message back I don't no why. They take all sorts of measurements so generally you get a much better look at the baby. Same! I've just had a nice relaxing bath with my little bump poking out the water and just had another little cry. Add message. "Its a way for us to screen out, pick up, the few babies that may have a problem. Here, we explain what a growth scan looks at, why you might be asked to have one, if youll have more than one, and what all this means for you and your baby. !. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! 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. 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. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. All you need to know is that the protocol encourages use of a special chart for your unborn baby, designed around you and your personal situation, opposed to a one-size-fits-all approach used in the past. I just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. 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. We just had it done Friday, i was 19w3d. A good hearty 160 (exercise makes it faster, after all). 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. Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this scan. Either way, I'm happy if she does have it, it is fixable but no one wants there baby to have to go through tons of surgeries as soon add they arrive:( my husband thinks I'm crazy with how much I worry but I can't help it! . I've snapped at a few people in work. 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 wish I could trust more that everything is going okay. 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. So, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. 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. Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? I did own a fetal Doppler but I returned it the same day. Hi Rebecca, i just want to share part of my aunts story with you. My baby's dad had club foot (severe both feet) as a baby. 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. July 7th is my anatomy scan. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I couldn't care less about the DS. Don't forget: your caregivers should be giving you info you can understand, not confusing you. I keep telling myself to not worry. Anonymous. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. 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. But everything else was perfect!! I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. I always get so nervous before OB appointments. My dr said if the date changes over 10 days than they will change the due date. It'scomforting knowing I'm not alone in feeling this way. Very faint line on internet cheapie. 19/01/2023 16:38. What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? I'm not trained for that. How accurate?? Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! 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. The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. You never know! In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. I doubt it is anything to worry about. I have no reason to think it's not. Yes there! As the tech went i asked all the questions i wanted to & she answered. 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. 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. I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! You guys are amazing I love the support on here. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to have vanished and for past 2 days I've had a stomach ache. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week scan? Costs will vary, but expect to pay up to 90 per private scan. 04/01/2011 10:22. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. If your scan anxiety is at an all-time high, remind yourself: your babys being monitored closely which is a good thing. A growth scan will take anywhere between 10 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on your babys position at the time of the scan. 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. Spina bifida etc. He had a great heart rate and was doing wonderful except he didn't want to be bothered at all.. WTF is going on! I never imagined I'd be like this at all. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. 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. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. during the scan he also looked like he was waving at us, ugghh that made me cry, it was soo incredible!! This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. I can't wait to see its tiny body again and find out if boy/girl. Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) It's just a testing time, but I'm sure that we will get through it somehow Whatever the outcome, Hang in there. We know a lot of MFMers on our forum found this IRL. We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . 09/01/2019 19:22, Glad your scans went well, I've got 4 weeks until mine but I'm already nervous. Hi. Had my scan this morning. Likely, this will be a GROW chart. I am really nervous too. As Professor Basky Thilganathan, a Consultant Obstetrician and spokesperson for the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), explains to MFM: "Theyre not [technically] measuring growth. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about.
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