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Docs dont think they need to keep an extra eye on things - as everything appears healthy, and you're not prone to any risk factors. . movement. Hi ladies it all went well!! We dont measure growth and there is no system by which we can accurately assess the growth growth is speed, yeah? 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. Maybe gas maybe baby? We know a lot of MFMers on our forum found this IRL. 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. "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! Nervous about 20 week scan - what to expect? | Mumsnet Deep breathes and you will be fine chick. x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. 6'3"). I've snapped at a few people in work. WTF is going on! These growth scans usually take place in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. It's just a testing time, but I'm sure that we will get through it somehow Whatever the outcome, Hang in there. I'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. "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? Good luck! 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. Xx. Good luck ladies! 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. Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. Once youre done, you may find thats the only growth scan you need. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. You guys are amazing I love the support on here. These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". His parents were told to expect the worst and that he probably had a genetic defect as well as club foot. 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. Try to stay calm, worrying does nothing, and I hope everything is fine. I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. I have felt my little booger like crazy & wasn't worried about that so much as all the other things that could of been wrong(ie dilated kidneys, the fluid on the brain, spinal issues, heart issues, cleft palette) like everything you could imagine, i worried about it. So nervous about 12 week scan tomorrow - netmums.com 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. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. We just hope all is well. I think it is the fact that it seems like such a big deal that's making me more worried. So happy for you. My niece is perfect. I'm glad yours went well! Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! 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. When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. How accurate?? She will need surgery at some point in the not too distant future. I'm not trained for that. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. 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. Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. 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. Whether or not you need to keep having growth/wellbeing scans will be determined as your pregnancy progresses. Yay that's brilliant Rachel! Hi im in a similar situation. I'm a FTM and the feeling is incredible. if one of you is very petite, e.g. I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. You may well be given or be aware of an individual growth chart for your baby, if you're having multiple scans. 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 hope everyone's scans go perfectly!!! Seeing your little bubba on screen tomorrow will make all the worry disappear. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. Very nervous for 20 week scan | Mumsnet The NHS hasn't acted on these recommendations yet, but we'll update you if they do. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . Glad to hear I'm not the only one! Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. Anyone else nervous about there 20 weeks scan! | Mumsnet As the tech went i asked all the questions i wanted to & she answered. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I'm 18w 4d. I couldn't find the heartbeat as it got me scared. Spina bifida etc. But still not far enough to feel consist (recognizable?) the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. WHAT WERE YOUR BABY'S MEASUREMENTS AT 20 WEEKS? Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. 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. 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 know they shouldn't answer all questions but she did, up until that one. 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. 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. I have another scan next Thursday I think that's for the Down syndrome testing. 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. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. This is #5 and it never gets easier, I'll worry until I see her face and can hold her! Not long to wait now. I think I have once but definatly nothing regular. The weight is so off. He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. We had an extra scan at 16w6d because we didn't want to wait any longer to find out the gender. 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. Which was pretty screwed up this far in advance. "It's actually quite complex reviewing it all, but it should be reviewed.". A growth scan will take anywhere between 10 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on your babys position at the time of the scan. I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? Thinking good thoughts for all of you! "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. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. I keep telling myself to not worry. At 20week scan I was told my baby has a club foot and could be linked to a chromosome prob like downs. 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! "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. He just wanted to sleep lol.. Make learning about money simple and fun for your kids with these easy tips. 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. 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'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? Told gender at 12 week scan! 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. Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. 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. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! Like I feel the aches and pains, I'm looking bigger so things must be going well? 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. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. Did you have growth scans in pregnancy? Chances are everything will be perfect! 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 was the same with Ds. I've been feeling movement for a week now and has been increasing in amount and intensity as baby gets bigger. 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. Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) Nervous for 20 week scan The Bump I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. 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. Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. Soooo happy. 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. I did own a fetal Doppler but I returned it the same day. 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. If not, you may be asked to come back to keep an eye on the progress of your babys growth. We were offered test but I declined. They will be extremely cautious over scans but it's most likely that baby just has club foot. My baby's dad had club foot (severe both feet) as a baby. 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. 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. July 7th is my anatomy scan. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. 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. 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. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! Nervous for 20 week scan | Mumsnet Hope it all goes well for you aroha77! My 20 week scan is tomorrow morning actually! 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. potentially, if there is a BIG difference in your height to your partner's height (e.g. You may want to check out our guide to 4D scans in pregnancy before you book ? 06/01/2014 19:24. We just had it done Friday, i was 19w3d. I've just had a nice relaxing bath with my little bump poking out the water and just had another little cry. !. I just wish I could trust more that everything is going okay. Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? Try and get some sleep and you will feel great when you get your little picture lol xx. Awww a little boy amazing, how's he looking? There is a reason why the scan is being done and therefore women really should ask: why do I need the scan? I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. But everything else was perfect!! Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. Usually, its just a precaution. Usually, itll be after 28 weeks. It means a lot.. However, the scan may also be tailored to you and your baby. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! 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.. She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. 25/10/2021 22:36, @Maighread thank you so much! 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. The experts we've spoken to disagree on this one though - so we reckon it's on a case-by-case basis! Please do tell us your story in the comments below! As mentioned earlier, typically youll only be offered 2 NHS scans, at around 12 weeks (your dating scan) and 20 weeks (the abnormality scan). "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. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! 04/01/2011 10:22. This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. I'm totally naggy all the time as well. I have no reason to think it's not. Yay! Hi Rebecca, i just want to share part of my aunts story with you. 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 know, I'm a bit crazy right now. I doubt it is anything to worry about. 06/01/2014 22:51. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). 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. 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. 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. 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. Same! I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. I've been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). I feel like I still am a little. We know a fair few mums whove had growth scans at around 28 weeks often its because their bump is measuring small. Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? Who's gonna be doing my scan, basically?". I can't private message back I don't no why. Anonymous. xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. 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. Glitterbug09 says: "My SIL was told she was measuring small to begin with and then she was told that her measurements were spot on. They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. I was super nervous to. 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. If you still want to talk then email me. 09/01/2019 19:22, Glad your scans went well, I've got 4 weeks until mine but I'm already nervous. I'm glad I'm not alone in this then! Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. So hurry Thursday please! 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. Growth scans in pregnancy after 20 weeks | MadeForMums Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! Super nervous. Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. 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! 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 know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. I was super nervous too about having mine!! It'scomforting knowing I'm not alone in feeling this way. I just want everything to be okay with them. And then I was cramping and spotting last night. I haven't felt anything either. Likely, this will be a GROW chart. It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. You never know! Sonographers do pretty impressive techy stuff with these scans - and can use all these measurements they've taken to estimate your baby's weight. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? With both my babies they were wayyyy off! Good luck! I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. 12/02/2014 at 10:43 am. In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". I have maybe felt movement? Try not to worry as stressing yourself out is the worst thing u can, easier said than done I know, good luck. 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! 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. 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. Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! It doesn't help that mine is going to be late because I am going to be away for 2 weeks. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". Don't forget: your caregivers should be giving you info you can understand, not confusing you. Usually, this scan will also be looking for your babys measurements. We know the frequency can be a real worry for expectant women, though. 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!! All of this depends on your personal situation. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. 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 I couldn't care less about the DS. This scan will again take your babys measurements, and make sure everythings on track for you to deliver your baby as planned. I was seriously shaking and felt like I could vomit or pass out at anytime. Bad news at 20 week scan Please help - Netmums 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!! Had my scan this morning. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. Yep, that includes your midwife's fundal height readings and scans. 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). That's why you might've heard them called '3rd trimester scans'. 19/01/2023 16:38. Im terrified beyond belief! 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. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! Good luck chads fianc! Very faint line on internet cheapie. My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! Got my scan on Friday and super nervous. 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. 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. 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. Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! 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. 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. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to have vanished and for past 2 days I've had a stomach ache. I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . Very nervous too. She was a 9lb newborn xx". 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). X, Hi. "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. I want to attach a pic of mine but don't know how to on the phone can't see an attachment thingy. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! 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. "Its a way for us to screen out, pick up, the few babies that may have a problem. 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. Not every NHS hospital will use the software that creates these charts yet, but lots will, and hopefully, more will soon.
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