I feel my son pretty regularly and I hadn't until about 19 weeks.. We just hope all is well. If you havent been asked to come in to your local hospital for a growth scan, thats not a bad thing! Theyre being done to reassure the woman, and the doctor, that everythings OK.". Still not totally convinced all will turn out ok but I think that's just how I'm wired! Mine is tomorrow too Racheal! Yes there! I'll be 18+3 the day of the scan, which is Tuesday. I'm totally naggy all the time as well. This info is then compared to how far along you are in your pregnancy, and is then used to estimate your baby's weight. It means a lot.. 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. 04/01/2011 10:22. Soooo happy. I'm 21 weeks and I'm unsure if I've felt movement. I always get nervous before them, but for some reason this time was worse. x, Our week-by-week PREGNANCY emails are a must for parents-to-be. Did you have growth scans in pregnancy? We have a little girl with a large complete AVSD ( a hole in her heart) . Worried about brown discharge at 12 weeks :(. Please dont worry if youve been asked to go for a growth scan. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. I have another scan next Thursday I think that's for the Down syndrome testing. I was super nervous too about having mine!! Try and get some sleep and you will feel great when you get your little picture lol xx. Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! 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. 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. A good hearty 160 (exercise makes it faster, after all). Periods after coming off of Depo injection, Very faint positive line on clear blue test, Is this positive? It's the best thing ever seeing your little bub on that screen. "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. You may want to check out our guide to 4D scans in pregnancy before you book ? And speak to the midwife or doctor.". Good luck ladies! Very nervous too. I'm glad yours went well! But everything else was perfect!! Bad news at 20 week scan Please help - Netmums 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. Im 18w 2d and havent felt amything either but same thing, lot of aches, staying positive tho! Glad to hear I'm not the only one! 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. So, dont panic, and dont be afraid to ask your doctor questions, and share your concerns with them. I'm sure your little angel is just perfect!!! I couldn't care less about the DS. "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. We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. 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. It'scomforting knowing I'm not alone in feeling this way. They will be extremely cautious over scans but it's most likely that baby just has club foot. Try to stay calm, worrying does nothing, and I hope everything is fine. As mentioned earlier, typically youll only be offered 2 NHS scans, at around 12 weeks (your dating scan) and 20 weeks (the abnormality scan). July 7th is my anatomy scan. I was full of nerves since the tech can't say anything during the scan except point out parts. The bubba is looking good, strong heartbeat and even saw lots of wriggling around! Had my scan today and he was kicking like crazy! 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. 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. Hi Rebecca, i just want to share part of my aunts story with you. I'm absolutely bricking it about my 12 week scan tomorrow. 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. She wants to see the heart more clearly so I'm going back on the 7 th. Hi im in a similar situation. I hope everyone's scans go perfectly!!! Costs will vary, but expect to pay up to 90 per private scan. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. 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. 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. "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? 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. 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. This scan will again take your babys measurements, and make sure everythings on track for you to deliver your baby as planned. We know a fair few mums whove had growth scans at around 28 weeks often its because their bump is measuring small. I had a scan at 9+4 and was terrified but that soon went away. Everything was fine though and baby is completely healthy. Nothing in my pregnancy has told me there is something that could go wrong. Anyone else nervous about there 20 weeks scan! | Mumsnet Good luck! 06/01/2014 19:24. 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. She was a 9lb newborn xx". He had an operation at 6 months old to correct the problem and has been fine since. I just want everything to be okay with them. WTF is going on! I just wish I could trust more that everything is going okay. My parents will be in town for our 20 week scan so of course I feel more pressure, like what if something went wrong?! And then I was cramping and spotting last night. 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. 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. Thanks for all the replies, I feel a little more "in control" if that makes sense! (: I always get nervous before OB appointments. So, if there's no cause for concern, you wont *need* other pregnancy scans in the 3rd trimester. 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 can't wait to see its tiny body again and find out if boy/girl. At 20week scan I was told my baby has a club foot and could be linked to a chromosome prob like downs. 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 after 20 weeks | MadeForMums 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 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. 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. Once youre done, you may find thats the only growth scan you need. Note: you should factor in typical hospital wait times, as well (you know your local hospital better than we do!). I was the same with Ds. I've been so nervous because Im not sure if I've felt any movement ( FTM). They should also keep you informed as to next steps, such as booking in another scan. Likely, this will be a GROW chart. We had an extra scan at 16w6d because we didn't want to wait any longer to find out the gender. I haven't felt anything either. Please do tell us your story in the comments below! What were babys measurements at 20 week scan? Usually, itll be after 28 weeks. If you still want to talk then email me. I am really nervous too. With my first baby, my now 5 year old son, we found out that he had a cleft lip/palate at my anatomy scan so going through that has opened my eyes that something could potentially be wrong and it is terrifying. 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 keep telling myself I might aswell prepare myself for the worst! Super nervous. All of this depends on your personal situation. 13/11/2016 at 4:09 pm. 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. 12/10/2021 16:51. Hi. 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 just want everything to be ok. My MIL and sister in law wanted to discuss childcare last night, wanted me final decision. This scan will take your babys measurements and compare them to the average weight for babies at 28 weeks' gestation. Will I be referred [on to the NHS]? The reason why, again, depends on you and your pregnancy. . More often than not, the scans will show nothing wrong, and it's just being done as a precaution. I don't know why I just have a really strong feeling. I worry constantly and its not in my nature to worry really. 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. xx, Your symptoms fading is normal for your dates and tummy ache is probably all the worrying. I'm a FTM and the feeling is incredible. With both my babies they were wayyyy off! The experts we've spoken to disagree on this one though - so we reckon it's on a case-by-case basis! Everything looked good on our guy and he's weighing in at 12 ounces already(more than what the bump says which 8.5!) Make learning about money simple and fun for your kids with these easy tips. I know, I'm a bit crazy right now. I will find out exactly what it was and let you know x. It might also take 10 or so minutes for any results to be written up and shared with you. Im terrified beyond belief! 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!! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. He just wanted to sleep lol.. I want to attach a pic of mine but don't know how to on the phone can't see an attachment thingy. Midwife also wouldn't listen to the heartbeat at the 16 week appointment . The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to . 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! Agree that you should take someone with you if you can, and I hope you get happier staff for this scan. the measurements may be larger than you would expect and youre going to rescan. 5'2" and the other is extremely tall, e.g. 06/01/2014 22:51. It could be a follow-up to your earlier scan, a first time growth scan or one of many. Glitterbug09 says: "My SIL was told she was measuring small to begin with and then she was told that her measurements were spot on. Yay! I'm super nervous every for the anatomy scan. These are assessment scans, or wellbeing scans as we call them.". Not every NHS hospital will use the software that creates these charts yet, but lots will, and hopefully, more will soon. Hope it all goes well for you aroha77! Just to let you know it was also at her 20 week scan they told her all this x, Hi Rebecca. I never imagined I'd be like this at all. Mine is on Monday and I'm super nervous! Feeling so nervous about it, haven't felt any major movements yet but keep suffering from ligament pain and back ache. 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 hurry Thursday please! My 20 week scan is tomorrow morning actually! Remember: its not bad that your babys being monitored so closely. I'm so anxious, I keep trying to tell myself statistically everything is fine . potentially, if there is a BIG difference in your height to your partner's height (e.g. I don't see ds when I look at her I just see our beautiful English Rose. 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. I keep telling myself to not worry. I'm just scared I'll get to it they won't find the baby. Try not to worry as stressing yourself out is the worst thing u can, easier said than done I know, good luck. 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. 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm so so nervous! Sonographers do pretty impressive techy stuff with these scans - and can use all these measurements they've taken to estimate your baby's weight. It's just a testing time, but I'm sure that we will get through it somehow Whatever the outcome, Hang in there. I wish I could go back and tell me just how alright everything was going to be. Anonymous. My dr said if the date changes over 10 days than they will change the due date. I see it as just one more hurtle to get though to make sure everything is fine. He says you could have anywhere from 2 to up to 8 or 9 scans. I've felt her move occasionally and can't wait till its more consistent. :x. I was super nervous before my anatomy scan too. Good luck to all of you ladies who are still patiently waiting!! Got my scan on Friday and super nervous. We dont measure growth and there is no system by which we can accurately assess the growth growth is speed, yeah? There's no point telling you to think positive so I'll do it for you! I'm 18w 4d. A growth scan will take anywhere between 10 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on your babys position at the time of the scan.