"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. However, the scan may also be tailored to you and your baby. The scan is the same as the others and is an ultrasound.". Usually, itll be after 28 weeks. Deep breathes and you will be fine chick. "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? potentially, if there is a BIG difference in your height to your partner's height (e.g. I just like to think that when I'm really nervous or whatever, I just say to myself "in half an hour this will all be over" etc. The waiting and the unknown is the worst. Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. Super nervous. I just want everything to be okay with them. Who's gonna be doing my scan, basically?". 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 know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. 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. I think it is the fact that it seems like such a big deal that's making me more worried. These scans DO measure your baby's size, though. Mine is on Monday and I'm super nervous! I did own a fetal Doppler but I returned it the same day. My dr said if the date changes over 10 days than they will change the due date. 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. 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. 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. His parents were told to expect the worst and that he probably had a genetic defect as well as club foot. Multiple growth scans in your 3rd trimester mean doctors need to keep a close eye on how your babys growing. I'm so glad you guys feel this way too! I doubt it is anything to worry about. Try and get some sleep and you will feel great when you get your little picture lol xx. 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. Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! 6'3"). Soooo happy. 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!!! After waiting for the doctor, all is perfect! 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. Slightly worried about my brown discharge someone help!! It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . Nigel adds: "I think that anyone coming into scans needs to have them properly explained to them and the results explained. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! I can't private message back I don't no why. X, Hi. At that appointment, we saw that our little man is a tumbler and loves to move a TON. I was super nervous too about having mine!! I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . Told me it was not unusual at 19 weeks so we are going back but I am relieved everything looked good. I was seriously shaking and felt like I could vomit or pass out at anytime. Although she said I'm only dating around 11 weeks and not 12 so looks like bub will now be a September baby! I keep telling myself to not worry. Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? You may want to check out our guide to 4D scans in pregnancy before you book ? I have maybe felt movement? We just had it done Friday, i was 19w3d. As the tech went i asked all the questions i wanted to & she answered. It means a lot.. 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! if one of you is very petite, e.g. 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. He had an operation at 6 months old to correct the problem and has been fine since. So we're not getting scanned till 22 weeks. Thinking good thoughts for all of you! 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. Whether or not you need to keep having growth/wellbeing scans will be determined as your pregnancy progresses. And speak to the midwife or doctor.". All of this depends on your personal situation. We know a lot of MFMers on our forum found this IRL. What is wrong with me?! 09/01/2019 19:22, Glad your scans went well, I've got 4 weeks until mine but I'm already nervous. So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. WHAT WERE YOUR BABY'S MEASUREMENTS AT 20 WEEKS? You never know! 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). Youll find out after this scan if your doctor thinks you should deliver your baby a few weeks early, due to their size. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. 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. 19/01/2023 16:38. Good luck! 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. 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. Often they're called 'growth scans' but also 'wellbeing scans'. I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. 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. But everything else was perfect!! Same! 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. Im terrified beyond belief! I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. Think of it as the next level up from your midwife measuring the size of your bump (your 'fundal height'). 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. 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). Down Syndrome was confirmed at 3 days old and we sobbed at first. Yes there! Yep, that includes your midwife's fundal height readings and scans. This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. 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. I'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. There is a reason why the scan is being done and therefore women really should ask: why do I need the scan? So happy for you. 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 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. 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. 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. 25/10/2021 22:36, @Maighread thank you so much! Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". 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. Hi. It's just a testing time, but I'm sure that we will get through it somehow Whatever the outcome, Hang in there. I keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this scan. I have mine in an hour and I'm a freaking nervous wreck!! Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! I never imagined I'd be like this at all. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! I think I have once but definatly nothing regular. The weight is so off. We know a fair few mums whove had growth scans at around 28 weeks often its because their bump is measuring small. It's not very likely you'll just have one scan, says Nigel. 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 Good luck ladies! At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. 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. Xx. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . I've snapped at a few people in work. "Its a way for us to screen out, pick up, the few babies that may have a problem. Sorry Mooshell80 the worry doesn't stop when they're born, you just get new things to worry about. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. Hi im in a similar situation. 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. 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. This scan will again take your babys measurements, and make sure everythings on track for you to deliver your baby as planned. 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. Between 36 and 40 weeks, a growth scan can be done in the run up to your due date. Good luck! 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. Usually, its just a precaution. 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. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! Like I feel the aches and pains, I'm looking bigger so things must be going well? Glitterbug09 says: "My SIL was told she was measuring small to begin with and then she was told that her measurements were spot on. There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) How common is it to find anomolies at the 20 week scan? 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. 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 always get so nervous before OB appointments. Likely, this will be a GROW chart. Measurements might be a tiny bit off, too, as they're indicators. 04/01/2011 10:22. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. July 7th is my anatomy scan. 12/02/2014 at 10:43 am. We just hope all is well. 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. Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! 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. It doesn't help that mine is going to be late because I am going to be away for 2 weeks. "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. I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. Try not to worry as stressing yourself out is the worst thing u can, easier said than done I know, good luck. Hugs xxx, Hi Rebecca. Saw the baby & the tech said everything looked great! the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. ABDOMINAL CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENT AT 20 WEEK SCAN, Has anyone been told the wrong sex at 20 week scan? Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. I know little one is probably growing a lot which is causing the uncomfyness but just feeling nervous still. Glad to hear I'm not the only one! Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? movement. 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? I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! I am really nervous too. What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. 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. Has anyone been told the sex incorrectly at their 20 week scan? I was super nervous to. 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. 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. The experts we've spoken to disagree on this one though - so we reckon it's on a case-by-case basis! 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. We found out we're having another girl and beyond excited. 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 you still want to talk then email me. 20w scan is a bit longer than the 12w. 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 don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. We know the frequency can be a real worry for expectant women, though. Not every NHS hospital will use the software that creates these charts yet, but lots will, and hopefully, more will soon. Yay that's brilliant Rachel! :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. 12/10/2021 16:51. I'm another FTM and I'm so worried about my scan. I'm 21 weeks and I'm unsure if I've felt movement. 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 glad yours went well! I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. Usually, this scan will also be looking for your babys measurements. They were advised to amputate his feet and part of his leg but he's all good now, please try not to worry xxx. When he was born he did have club feet but not to the extent they had said at the scans. . Maybe you're expecting now and you've just found out you need one? Good luck chads fianc! Doc says it's all good, but jeez can July 2nd get here faster please. Hi Rebecca, i just want to share part of my aunts story 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 just want him to be perfectly healthy so badly that I'm worrying myself. The NHS hasn't acted on these recommendations yet, but we'll update you if they do. He's perfectly fine now. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. 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. 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. And then I was cramping and spotting last night. 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 reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. We had an extra scan at 16w6d because we didn't want to wait any longer to find out the gender. So hurry Thursday please! 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. It might also take 10 or so minutes for any results to be written up and shared with you. These growth scans usually take place in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. 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. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. Im now 28 weeks and it has spoilt the whole pregnancy. 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. Got my scan on Friday and super nervous. Told gender at 12 week scan! She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. Maybe you'll return the favour and do some for me! 06/01/2014 22:51. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to have vanished and for past 2 days I've had a stomach ache. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I'm a FTM and the feeling is incredible. These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". "Your midwife will measure your bump and if it is smaller than expected, they may recommend a growth scan. I'm 18w 4d. I just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. Which was pretty screwed up this far in advance. during the scan he also looked like he was waving at us, ugghh that made me cry, it was soo incredible!! Maybe because from last week my symptoms seemed to . xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. They do measurements and then "guesstimate" a weight. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! Growth scans to track your babys size, weight and health are not uncommon. 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. She was a 9lb newborn xx". They said she may need surgery as soon as she was born. "It's actually quite complex reviewing it all, but it should be reviewed.". At 20week scan I was told my baby has a club foot and could be linked to a chromosome prob like downs. I feel like I still am a little. More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. 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! 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. He had a great heart rate and was doing wonderful except he didn't want to be bothered at all.. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. You guys are amazing I love the support on here. If your scan anxiety is at an all-time high, remind yourself: your babys being monitored closely which is a good thing. If not, you may be asked to come back to keep an eye on the progress of your babys growth. Very nervous too. I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. So, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. 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 trust me, when you see your baby on that screen tomorrow with it's little heart beating away it's the best feeling ever!! Don't forget: your caregivers should be giving you info you can understand, not confusing you. "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. He just wanted to sleep lol.. I obviously feel a huge sense of relief and we got the cutest picture of his little feet. I'm glad I'm not alone in this then! I couldn't find the heartbeat as it got me scared. Hi ladies it all went well!! I was the same with Ds. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. 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. They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. I know they shouldn't answer all questions but she did, up until that one. I'm not trained for that. Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. As mentioned earlier, typically youll only be offered 2 NHS scans, at around 12 weeks (your dating scan) and 20 weeks (the abnormality scan). We dont measure growth and there is no system by which we can accurately assess the growth growth is speed, yeah? 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. You may well be given or be aware of an individual growth chart for your baby, if you're having multiple scans. I've been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). Not long to wait now. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. Note: you should factor in typical hospital wait times, as well (you know your local hospital better than we do!). Anonymous. My niece is perfect. WTF is going on! Very faint line on internet cheapie. 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. 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. 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. How accurate?? 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! With both my babies they were wayyyy off! My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! A growth scan will take anywhere between 10 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on your babys position at the time of the scan. 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