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If you still want to talk then email me. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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. Yep, that includes your midwife's fundal height readings and scans. 6'3"). Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? P.S. Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. They take all sorts of measurements so generally you get a much better look at the baby. 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 not, you may be asked to come back to keep an eye on the progress of your babys growth. This scan will again take your babys measurements, and make sure everythings on track for you to deliver your baby as planned. Glitterbug09 says: "My SIL was told she was measuring small to begin with and then she was told that her measurements were spot on. 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! Usually, its just a precaution. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. Add message. Which was pretty screwed up this far in advance. 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. 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've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. X, Hi. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. 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. Got my scan on Friday and super nervous. 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. Yay! Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! My 20 week scan is tomorrow morning actually! As the tech went i asked all the questions i wanted to & she answered. At 20week scan I was told my baby has a club foot and could be linked to a chromosome prob like downs. Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! I'm glad yours went well! Multiple growth scans in your 3rd trimester mean doctors need to keep a close eye on how your babys growing. 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). Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week scan? 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. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! I know they shouldn't answer all questions but she did, up until that one. You may well be given or be aware of an individual growth chart for your baby, if you're having multiple scans. 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. 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 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. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! I doubt it is anything to worry about. "If the scan is being done on the NHS, its being done for a clinical reason. 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. Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. My dr said if the date changes over 10 days than they will change the due date. I have maybe felt movement? I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. So, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. I feel like I still am a little. Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! 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'm totally naggy all the time as well. Mine is on Monday and I'm super nervous! 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. 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 haven't felt anything either. Xx. I couldn't feel it but the tech said I should appreciate the extra sleep I'll get until then bc he's a kicker, I think I haven't felt movement yet, either and I'm 18 weeks today. I couldn't find the heartbeat as it got me scared. What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! Anonymous. His parents were told to expect the worst and that he probably had a genetic defect as well as club foot. Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. What will happen? And then I was cramping and spotting last night. 12/10/2021 16:51. "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. 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. Who's gonna be doing my scan, basically?". At the Amnio she measured a full week behind and today at my midwives appt I had a fundal height of 24 cms! "It's actually quite complex reviewing it all, but it should be reviewed.". All of this depends on your personal situation. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. "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. Im terrified beyond belief! Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to have vanished and for past 2 days I've had a stomach ache. 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! We just had it done Friday, i was 19w3d. Good luck! Spina bifida etc. Hope it all goes well for you aroha77! 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. 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. They were advised to amputate his feet and part of his leg but he's all good now, please try not to worry xxx. Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! 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 was fine though and baby is completely healthy. (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. He had a great heart rate and was doing wonderful except he didn't want to be bothered at all.. Deep breathes and you will be fine chick. 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. Hi. Not every NHS hospital will use the software that creates these charts yet, but lots will, and hopefully, more will soon. potentially, if there is a BIG difference in your height to your partner's height (e.g. I have another scan next Thursday I think that's for the Down syndrome testing. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. So hurry Thursday please! Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. I think it is the fact that it seems like such a big deal that's making me more worried. I'm so glad you guys feel this way too! So happy for you. Chances are everything will be perfect! She will need surgery at some point in the not too distant future. I never imagined I'd be like this at all. Thinking of you and still sending all the positive thoughts for yours - I know how mentally tough this wait is! 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 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. movement. The experts we've spoken to disagree on this one though - so we reckon it's on a case-by-case basis! I just want him to be perfectly healthy so badly that I'm worrying myself. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. I had a scan at 9+4 and was terrified but that soon went away. "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 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. 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 just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. 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 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. Did you have growth scans in pregnancy? What is wrong with me?! These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. 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. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. I obviously feel a huge sense of relief and we got the cutest picture of his little feet. Thinking good thoughts for all of you! After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! Don't forget: your caregivers should be giving you info you can understand, not confusing you. However, the scan may also be tailored to you and your baby. I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. "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? Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . 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. 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. Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". 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. !. Hi ladies it all went well!! Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. With both my babies they were wayyyy off! I keep telling myself to not worry. Usually, this scan will also be looking for your babys measurements. They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. WHAT WERE YOUR BABY'S MEASUREMENTS AT 20 WEEKS? 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. In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. How common is it to find anomolies at the 20 week scan? I was super nervous to. More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. I'm a FTM and the feeling is incredible. Youll find out after this scan if your doctor thinks you should deliver your baby a few weeks early, due to their size. When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the 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. xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. But everything else was perfect!! I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! Told me it was not unusual at 19 weeks so we are going back but I am relieved everything looked good. Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. 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. I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. He just wanted to sleep lol.. 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. 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. I've been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. I can't private message back I don't no why. A growth scan will take anywhere between 10 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on your babys position at the time of the scan. Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this scan. 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'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. 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'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. 06/01/2014 19:24. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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 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. Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. A good hearty 160 (exercise makes it faster, after all). Very faint line on internet cheapie. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). Sorry Mooshell80 the worry doesn't stop when they're born, you just get new things to worry about. The weight is so off. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . I'm not trained for that. Awww a little boy amazing, how's he looking? We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . Super nervous. "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! Same! These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". Glad to hear I'm not the only one! "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 want to attach a pic of mine but don't know how to on the phone can't see an attachment thingy. 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. Sonographers do pretty impressive techy stuff with these scans - and can use all these measurements they've taken to estimate your baby's weight. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. Im now 28 weeks and it has spoilt the whole pregnancy. The NHS hasn't acted on these recommendations yet, but we'll update you if they do. 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. Like I feel the aches and pains, I'm looking bigger so things must be going well? Whether or not you need to keep having growth/wellbeing scans will be determined as your pregnancy progresses. 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. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! if one of you is very petite, e.g. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . Measurements might be a tiny bit off, too, as they're indicators. We dont measure growth and there is no system by which we can accurately assess the growth growth is speed, yeah? 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. Costs will vary, but expect to pay up to 90 per private 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! We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! You never know! 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. Likely, this will be a GROW chart. Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. 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). 04/01/2011 10:22. I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. 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. Note: you should factor in typical hospital wait times, as well (you know your local hospital better than we do!). She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. 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 glad I'm not alone in this then! 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. I always get so nervous before OB appointments. Soooo happy. My baby's dad had club foot (severe both feet) as a baby. 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. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. SoR's Nigel also advises you make sure you're being scanned by someone who's properly qualified, and can interpret the results correctly. It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. I am really nervous too. They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. He had an operation at 6 months old to correct the problem and has been fine since. 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. 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. If your scan anxiety is at an all-time high, remind yourself: your babys being monitored closely which is a good thing.

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