x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. 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). Slightly worried about my brown discharge someone help!! 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. 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've just had a nice relaxing bath with my little bump poking out the water and just had another little cry. Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. He's perfectly fine now. You may well be given or be aware of an individual growth chart for your baby, if you're having multiple scans. Which was pretty screwed up this far in advance. Glad to hear I'm not the only one! She was a 9lb newborn xx". The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . I have maybe felt movement? If not, you may be asked to come back to keep an eye on the progress of your babys growth. I had a scan at 9+4 and was terrified but that soon went away. 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). Nervous about 20 week scan - what to expect? | Mumsnet It means a lot.. Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? I just want him to be perfectly healthy so badly that I'm worrying myself. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . Good luck! They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. 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. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. "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. It means you don't need one. My niece is perfect. potentially, if there is a BIG difference in your height to your partner's height (e.g. We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . He had an operation at 6 months old to correct the problem and has been fine since. 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. At the Amnio she measured a full week behind and today at my midwives appt I had a fundal height of 24 cms! Usually, itll be after 28 weeks. Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. 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! 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) Whether or not you need to keep having growth/wellbeing scans will be determined as your pregnancy progresses. Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? 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. Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! I was seriously shaking and felt like I could vomit or pass out at anytime. Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. "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? 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. How accurate?? Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? 06/01/2014 22:51. 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 so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . Yes there! Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. Got my scan on Friday and super nervous. 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. during the scan he also looked like he was waving at us, ugghh that made me cry, it was soo incredible!! I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. I did own a fetal Doppler but I returned it the same day. I obviously feel a huge sense of relief and we got the cutest picture of his little feet. This is #5 and it never gets easier, I'll worry until I see her face and can hold her! The waiting and the unknown is the worst. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". Very worried that they find something wrong with baby. Soooo happy. I always get so nervous before OB appointments. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. I was the same with Ds. I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. He had a great heart rate and was doing wonderful except he didn't want to be bothered at all.. What is wrong with me?! It'scomforting knowing I'm not alone in feeling this way. 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. The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. 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. "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. 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. After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! X, Hi. I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. We know the frequency can be a real worry for expectant women, though. Hi ladies it all went well!! These growth scans usually take place in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! Deep breathes and you will be fine chick. I keep telling myself to not worry. if one of you is very petite, e.g. Bad news at 20 week scan Please help - Netmums I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. I was super nervous too about having mine!! 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. There is a reason why the scan is being done and therefore women really should ask: why do I need the 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. 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 couldn't care less about the DS. I know they shouldn't answer all questions but she did, up until that one. I think I have once but definatly nothing regular. 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. WTF is going on! Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. So, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! I've been feeling movement for a week now and has been increasing in amount and intensity as baby gets bigger. 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. My baby's dad had club foot (severe both feet) as a baby. You guys are amazing I love the support on here. I never imagined I'd be like this at all. Don't forget: your caregivers should be giving you info you can understand, not confusing you. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. Likely, this will be a GROW chart. SoR's Nigel also advises you make sure you're being scanned by someone who's properly qualified, and can interpret the results correctly. I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. I just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. Yay! I'm totally naggy all the time as well. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. We just had it done Friday, i was 19w3d. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. 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 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. Spina bifida etc. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I just want everything to be okay with them. Im terrified beyond belief! 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. 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!! Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. That said, yes, you can book a private scan at any point during your pregnancy. Good luck ladies! So nervous about 12 week scan tomorrow - netmums.com Who's gonna be doing my scan, basically?". I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . Good luck! But everything else was perfect!! Very faint line on internet cheapie. I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. 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. These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. I'm glad yours went well! So happy for you. Very nervous for 20 week scan | Mumsnet Told gender at 12 week scan! All of this depends on your personal situation. 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. My 20 week scan is tomorrow morning actually! Hope it all goes well for you aroha77! As the tech went i asked all the questions i wanted to & she answered. 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. 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!! Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. I've been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). Add message. I'm 18w 4d. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. 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. 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. 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. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! 19/01/2023 16:38. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. Good luck chads fianc! ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week scan? "Its a way for us to screen out, pick up, the few babies that may have a problem. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . Thinking good thoughts for all of you! We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. I haven't felt movement but I am also 17 weeks (due Nov 28) so that's normal? !. 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. We found out we're having another girl and beyond excited. Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. 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. Told me it was not unusual at 19 weeks so we are going back but I am relieved everything looked good. Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! I'm a FTM and the feeling is incredible. . 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. Once youre done, you may find thats the only growth scan you need. 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 Measurements might be a tiny bit off, too, as they're indicators. These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". It doesn't help that mine is going to be late because I am going to be away for 2 weeks. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! I'm 21 weeks and I'm unsure if I've felt movement. 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! Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. Hi. I feel like I still am a little. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. 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'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. I'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. 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. 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 might also take 10 or so minutes for any results to be written up and shared with you. Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. Nervous for 20 week scan | Mumsnet I was super nervous to. Did you have growth scans in pregnancy? The weight is so off. This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. That's why you might've heard them called '3rd trimester scans'. 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. Thinking of you and still sending all the positive thoughts for yours - I know how mentally tough this wait is! Costs will vary, but expect to pay up to 90 per private scan. "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. What will happen? 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. I can't private message back I don't no why. Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). 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. In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! Growth scans in pregnancy after 20 weeks | MadeForMums 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 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! xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. Mine is on Monday and I'm super nervous! 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. Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! Xx. Anyone else nervous about there 20 weeks scan! | Mumsnet Multiple growth scans in your 3rd trimester mean doctors need to keep a close eye on how your babys growing. 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!!!