xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. If your scan anxiety is at an all-time high, remind yourself: your babys being monitored closely which is a good thing. 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. Maybe gas maybe baby? Anonymous. Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. Multiple growth scans in your 3rd trimester mean doctors need to keep a close eye on how your babys growing. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. But everything else was perfect!! Thinking of you and still sending all the positive thoughts for yours - I know how mentally tough this wait is! Did you have growth scans in pregnancy? 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. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". With both my babies they were wayyyy off! ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week 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). 19/01/2023 16:38. Good luck chads fianc! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I'm glad yours went well! He's perfectly fine now. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! I can't private message back I don't no why. That said, yes, you can book a private scan at any point during your pregnancy. A good hearty 160 (exercise makes it faster, after all). 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'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. I just want everything to be okay with them. Once youre done, you may find thats the only growth scan you need. All of this depends on your personal situation. After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? 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. 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. Youll find out after this scan if your doctor thinks you should deliver your baby a few weeks early, due to their size. We dont measure growth and there is no system by which we can accurately assess the growth growth is speed, yeah? Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. 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 just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. I just wish I could trust more that everything is going okay. "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. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! 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. It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. 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. "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! Usually, this scan will also be looking for your babys measurements. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. This is #5 and it never gets easier, I'll worry until I see her face and can hold her! Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. She was a 9lb newborn xx". My dr said if the date changes over 10 days than they will change the due date. 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. 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. 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. I keep telling myself to not worry. 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!! There is a reason why the scan is being done and therefore women really should ask: why do I need the scan? I have another scan next Thursday I think that's for the Down syndrome testing. They were advised to amputate his feet and part of his leg but he's all good now, please try not to worry xxx. Glad to hear I'm not the only one! Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! I did own a fetal Doppler but I returned it the same day. I was super nervous to. Note: you should factor in typical hospital wait times, as well (you know your local hospital better than we do!). 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. Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! The waiting and the unknown is the worst. 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 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! 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. the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. Which was pretty screwed up this far in advance. Good luck! The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. I had a scan at 9+4 and was terrified but that soon went away. It'scomforting knowing I'm not alone in feeling this way. So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. The experts we've spoken to disagree on this one though - so we reckon it's on a case-by-case basis! I hope everyone's scans go perfectly!!! We found out we're having another girl and beyond excited. 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. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! I'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. 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. 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. Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this scan. Sonographers do pretty impressive techy stuff with these scans - and can use all these measurements they've taken to estimate your baby's weight. 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. You may well be given or be aware of an individual growth chart for your baby, if you're having multiple scans. Got my scan on Friday and super nervous. Good luck ladies! More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. 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. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. He had an operation at 6 months old to correct the problem and has been fine since. 06/01/2014 22:51. 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. At the Amnio she measured a full week behind and today at my midwives appt I had a fundal height of 24 cms! This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! 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.. "If the scan is being done on the NHS, its being done for a clinical reason. 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. These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. if one of you is very petite, e.g. Hi ladies it all went well!! At 20week scan I was told my baby has a club foot and could be linked to a chromosome prob like downs. However, the scan may also be tailored to you and your baby. My niece is perfect. I never imagined I'd be like this at all. "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? She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. I was the same with Ds. 04/01/2011 10:22. I am really nervous too. Thinking good thoughts for all of you! I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. As the tech went i asked all the questions i wanted to & she answered. Told me it was not unusual at 19 weeks so we are going back but I am relieved everything looked good. We were offered test but I declined. 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. Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. 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. Don't forget: your caregivers should be giving you info you can understand, not confusing you. I'm a FTM and the feeling is incredible. Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. As mentioned earlier, typically youll only be offered 2 NHS scans, at around 12 weeks (your dating scan) and 20 weeks (the abnormality scan). Not every NHS hospital will use the software that creates these charts yet, but lots will, and hopefully, more will soon. I can't wait to see its tiny body again and find out if boy/girl. I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. It's just a testing time, but I'm sure that we will get through it somehow Whatever the outcome, Hang in there. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I think it is the fact that it seems like such a big deal that's making me more worried. Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? You guys are amazing I love the support on here. I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. Not long to wait now. The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. 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. Try to stay calm, worrying does nothing, and I hope everything is fine. What is wrong with me?! "Its a way for us to screen out, pick up, the few babies that may have a problem. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. 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. Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! Usually, itll be after 28 weeks. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. Yay! "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. Mine is on Monday and I'm super nervous! (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. I was super nervous too about having mine!! Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! 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. Very nervous too. I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. Slightly worried about my brown discharge someone help!! I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . So we're not getting scanned till 22 weeks. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. I always get so nervous before OB appointments. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! It might also take 10 or so minutes for any results to be written up and shared with you. I haven't felt movement but I am also 17 weeks (due Nov 28) so that's normal? Had my scan this morning. 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 haven't felt anything either. There's no reason why you shouldn't be able to discuss the results of the scan with the sonographer or doctor at the scan. 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! They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. Yep, that includes your midwife's fundal height readings and scans. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. 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. He had a great heart rate and was doing wonderful except he didn't want to be bothered at all.. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . Chances are everything will be perfect! I couldn't find the heartbeat as it got me scared. 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. 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 think I have once but definatly nothing regular. 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 How common is it to find anomolies at the 20 week scan? I've been feeling movement for a week now and has been increasing in amount and intensity as baby gets bigger. 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. If not, you may be asked to come back to keep an eye on the progress of your babys growth. 6'3"). Very faint line on internet cheapie. "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. In fact, this is a high-priority area for NHS England, says Nigel. 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). 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 may want to check out our guide to 4D scans in pregnancy before you book ? I've just had a nice relaxing bath with my little bump poking out the water and just had another little cry. Hi im in a similar situation. I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! Hi Rebecca, i just want to share part of my aunts story with you. I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! Sorry Mooshell80 the worry doesn't stop when they're born, you just get new things to worry about. Super nervous. The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. If you still want to talk then email me. I was seriously shaking and felt like I could vomit or pass out at anytime. But still not far enough to feel consist (recognizable?) 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. 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! Soooo happy. Add message. She was told many years ago that her baby had problems with his legs and feet and possible other problems they even went to the extent of suggesting a termination. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here), I honestly didn't even know where my dds head was at 12w. And then I was cramping and spotting last night. I'm so glad you guys feel this way too! movement. Good luck! Hi. I doubt it is anything to worry about. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. P.S. I know they shouldn't answer all questions but she did, up until that one. These growth scans usually take place in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. I have maybe felt movement? x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. 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. 12/02/2014 at 10:43 am. We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. That's why you might've heard them called '3rd trimester scans'. My baby's dad had club foot (severe both feet) as a baby. They will be extremely cautious over scans but it's most likely that baby just has club foot. 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 know why I just have a really strong feeling. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. We know the frequency can be a real worry for expectant women, though. 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. 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. What will happen? Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. He just wanted to sleep lol.. Im terrified beyond belief! Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! I've snapped at a few people in work. He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. during the scan he also looked like he was waving at us, ugghh that made me cry, it was soo incredible!! Measurements might be a tiny bit off, too, as they're indicators. Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! Im now 28 weeks and it has spoilt the whole pregnancy. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. 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. We had an extra scan at 16w6d because we didn't want to wait any longer to find out the gender. It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. I couldn't care less about the DS. Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? 09/01/2019 19:22, Glad your scans went well, I've got 4 weeks until mine but I'm already nervous. I have no reason to think it's not. 12/10/2021 16:51. You never know! Deep breathes and you will be fine chick. 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. 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 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. So happy for you. 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, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. Costs will vary, but expect to pay up to 90 per private scan. How accurate?? Yay that's brilliant Rachel! Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. 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. 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. So hurry Thursday please! 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. Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. Spina bifida etc. They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. Yes there! "It's actually quite complex reviewing it all, but it should be reviewed.". 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. I'm glad I'm not alone in this then! I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. 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. Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! 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!!! Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? 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. We just hope all is well. July 7th is my anatomy scan. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! I obviously feel a huge sense of relief and we got the cutest picture of his little feet. 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. I just want him to be perfectly healthy so badly that I'm worrying myself. 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 been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). I'm 21 weeks and I'm unsure if I've felt movement. Usually, its just a precaution. They take all sorts of measurements so generally you get a much better look at the baby. The NHS hasn't acted on these recommendations yet, but we'll update you if they do. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. X, Hi. 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. 25/10/2021 22:36, @Maighread thank you so much! Seeing your little bubba on screen tomorrow will make all the worry disappear. 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! His parents were told to expect the worst and that he probably had a genetic defect as well as club foot. 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. . "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. It doesn't help that mine is going to be late because I am going to be away for 2 weeks. It means you don't need one. 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. Told gender at 12 week scan!