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How common is it to find anomolies at the 20 week scan? Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . Like I feel the aches and pains, I'm looking bigger so things must be going well? 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. Add message. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. I think it is the fact that it seems like such a big deal that's making me more worried. P.S. "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. They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. All of this depends on your personal situation. I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. I was the same with Ds. Anonymous. I'm so glad you guys feel this way too! They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. He just wanted to sleep lol.. More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. I am really nervous too. 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. I've snapped at a few people in work. So happy for you. Told me it was not unusual at 19 weeks so we are going back but I am relieved everything looked good. 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. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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. Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. 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. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. 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 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. 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. Yes there! I never imagined I'd be like this at all. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. Try and get some sleep and you will feel great when you get your little picture lol xx. A growth scan will take anywhere between 10 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on your babys position at the time of the scan. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. "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. 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. 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. 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. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? A good hearty 160 (exercise makes it faster, after all). I just wish I could trust more that everything is going okay. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. 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 always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. 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. He's perfectly fine now. Youll find out after this scan if your doctor thinks you should deliver your baby a few weeks early, due to their size. Hi ladies it all went well!! Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". 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! Told gender at 12 week scan! Hi. 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). It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. The waiting and the unknown is the worst. It means a lot.. The weight is so off. Yep, that includes your midwife's fundal height readings and scans. I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. Did you have growth scans in pregnancy? It means you don't need one. I'm glad yours went well! I just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. 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. Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this 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), I honestly didn't even know where my dds head was at 12w. Awww a little boy amazing, how's he looking? I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. I did own a fetal Doppler but I returned it the same day. during the scan he also looked like he was waving at us, ugghh that made me cry, it was soo incredible!! I'm 18w 4d. We just had it done Friday, i was 19w3d. Good luck! As mentioned earlier, typically youll only be offered 2 NHS scans, at around 12 weeks (your dating scan) and 20 weeks (the abnormality scan). The NHS hasn't acted on these recommendations yet, but we'll update you if they do. 19/01/2023 16:38. These growth scans usually take place in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. Thinking of you and still sending all the positive thoughts for yours - I know how mentally tough this wait is! I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. 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 His parents were told to expect the worst and that he probably had a genetic defect as well as club foot. I can't wait to see its tiny body again and find out if boy/girl. What is wrong with me?! x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. That's why you might've heard them called '3rd trimester scans'. I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. Costs will vary, but expect to pay up to 90 per private scan. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! But still not far enough to feel consist (recognizable?) I just want everything to be okay with them. Yay that's brilliant Rachel! 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. Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. My niece is perfect. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! 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. Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! She will need surgery at some point in the not too distant future. We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . 04/01/2011 10:22. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? Soooo happy. Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. We know a lot of MFMers on our forum found this IRL. I want to attach a pic of mine but don't know how to on the phone can't see an attachment thingy. 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. 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! But everything else was perfect!! Very worried that they find something wrong with baby. I think I have once but definatly nothing regular. These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". 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. Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! They take all sorts of measurements so generally you get a much better look at the baby. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . We just hope all is well. Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? !. I've just had a nice relaxing bath with my little bump poking out the water and just had another little cry. Glad to hear I'm not the only one! 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. 06/01/2014 22:51. 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. 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. If your scan anxiety is at an all-time high, remind yourself: your babys being monitored closely which is a good thing. Good luck ladies! They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. Yay! Multiple growth scans in your 3rd trimester mean doctors need to keep a close eye on how your babys growing. Chances are everything will be perfect! Likely, this will be a GROW chart. 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 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. 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. How accurate?? I'm 21 weeks and I'm unsure if I've felt movement. In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. 09/01/2019 19:22, Glad your scans went well, I've got 4 weeks until mine but I'm already nervous. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. I've been feeling movement for a week now and has been increasing in amount and intensity as baby gets bigger. I hope everyone's scans go perfectly!!! Growth scans in pregnancy are done to monitor your babys health inside the womb, and check they're around the right size for their gestational age. 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. Good luck! ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week scan? Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. 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. Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. If you still want to talk then email me. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. 12/10/2021 16:51. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. He had a great heart rate and was doing wonderful except he didn't want to be bothered at all.. Very nervous too. At the Amnio she measured a full week behind and today at my midwives appt I had a fundal height of 24 cms! My dr said if the date changes over 10 days than they will change the due date. You guys are amazing I love the support on 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. I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! There is a reason why the scan is being done and therefore women really should ask: why do I need the scan? We found out we're having another girl and beyond excited. Maybe gas maybe baby? 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! If not, you may be asked to come back to keep an eye on the progress of your babys growth. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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. 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 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. I obviously feel a huge sense of relief and we got the cutest picture of his little feet. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". My 20 week scan is tomorrow morning actually! Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! 12/02/2014 at 10:43 am. This is #5 and it never gets easier, I'll worry until I see her face and can hold her! I had a scan at 9+4 and was terrified but that soon went away. 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!!! I have maybe felt movement? I haven't felt anything either. Spina bifida etc. The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. I can't private message back I don't no why. Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. That said, yes, you can book a private scan at any point during your pregnancy. 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! xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. 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. I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. Very faint line on internet cheapie. 06/01/2014 19:24. I have no reason to think it's not. So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. July 7th is my anatomy scan. I've been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! Usually, this scan will also be looking for your babys measurements. (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. 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. After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! 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. Which was pretty screwed up this far in advance. Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". 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. Deep breathes and you will be fine chick. I keep telling myself to not worry. She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. Not long to wait now. They were advised to amputate his feet and part of his leg but he's all good now, please try not to worry xxx. You may well be given or be aware of an individual growth chart for your baby, if you're having multiple scans. I'm totally naggy all the time as well. "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? We know a fair few mums whove had growth scans at around 28 weeks often its because their bump is measuring small. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! 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. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! "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! 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. Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. WTF is going on! This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. 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. 25/10/2021 22:36, @Maighread thank you so much! There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! 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.

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