Add message Save Share Report Bookmark 03/06/2020 15:08 I've got my 20 week scan in 2 weeks and feel really nervous.. 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). This image shows a baby's face and hands at 20 weeks, and gives you an idea of what you will be able to see at this scan. Sonographer asked if we wanted to know the baby's sex then started scanning. I had my 12 week scan back in Sept and my nerves and anxiety were awful. Share . 09/01/2022 20:59 Hello I have my 20 week scan tomorrow and I'm sooo anxious. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. During the scan, the consultant closely examined the baby, taking measurements and occasionally reassuring us a little. Thank you - Im going to try and hold onto that thought! 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). To add to this anxiety I haven't had baby measured since my 20 week scan. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. I had my 20 week scan on Tuesday. Pregnancy. 20 week scans are a bit scary. However, having said that, please remember that the majority of 20week scans are absolutely fine (hence so many people calling them 'gender' scans) The 20 week scan did fill me with anxiety and stress too but try and keep yourself busy as already suggested otherwise you'll work yourself up. 14/10/2019 23:02. As a result of IVF, previous MCs and lots of unexplained bleeding this time, I'm one who reli. its my 20 week scan next week and i'm so scared. 10/01/2022 13:38, It's my first pregnancy and currently 35 weeks. Mine was today and went well too but couldn't get a good photo cause baby was lying in an awkward position so couldn't see face boo! If those blood tests come back with results. The midwife at the 28 week appointment went through the checklist and noticed I had no results and told me to book one in but from what I've read it should be done before 28 weeks not at 30+ weeks. Save. I had a 16 week scan on the 11th feb and it still literally feels ages away until my 20 week scan it's 16th March .. I'll be 21 weeks so it's actually like a 5 week wait .. it was only 3 weeks Inbetween my 12 and 16 week scans because I ended up being 13 weeks at my 12 week scan! Some people we talked to had not had a 18-20-week scan, either because their babies' abnormalities had been detected by earlier . I was terrified of mmc in the first trimester so now I'm trying to convince myself that if anything bad happened to him I would have symptoms to show something wasn't right at this stage. I had been really worried but everything seemed to go OK. 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), www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/20-week-scan/. 30/07/2020 22:45. 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). . 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). My 20 week scan is approaching in two weeks time and I find that it's all I can think about and it's really freaking me out! Do let us know how you come along Fats albbbxo in reply to Fattts 1 year ago anyway everyone was very cautious of the outcome at every appointment and scan due to that so I was always waiting for the bad news to come at . 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). . 15/03/2020 18:52. 12 week and 20 week scan pictures - Boy or girl? 02/03/2020 18:32, @thethirdbar my midwife appointment is after our 16 week scan so Im hoping we can hear the HB at the scan and then if the midwife doesnt listen at least I have reassurance from the scan three days before . I told the sonographer my leg was numb and asked if it could be because the baby was laying on a nerve and she said she didn't know. It would be a problem if they had of answered you, not that they didnt. I couldnt eat and sleep properly for days before. I think this is motherhood yes !! 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). My 12 week scan was absolutely fine, the combined screening came back really low risk, and then I had a 16 week scan which also went well and everything was fine with baby! My sonographer told me chances of finding something wrong are very small. Cyclebump - good luck to you too! He also waved a little hand and rolled into the perfect position when the consultant asked him nicely to roll onto his back. Forever going to feel this way . We've had lot of varied predictions though, so I'd be curious to see . i was the same before my 12w too. I hope the next few weeks pass quickly for you! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. We refused tests for chromosome issues as it wouldn't have made any difference. A sonographer can not provide medical advice or give a diagnosis. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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). To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Also then last minute no one could watch my son so my husband had to stay home with him as no children are allowed. Hey all - Had my 20 week scan yesterday, all went well which was a huge relief! It's really rare to get super bad news. Thankfully all was fine in the end and actually I had a really enjoyable experience. 10/06/2020 07:34. Otherwise I think you just have to distract yourself, remember that by this point most pregnancies carry on totally fine - the odds are massively in your favour. Seeing your baby on a screen can be really exciting. At our 20 week scan she also had spine and brain queries and they initially thought it could be Edwards syndrome. Correct. The PFC is the newest of brain areas in terms of evolution. 19/11/2019 21:17. The anxiety has hit me like a truck throughout this pregnancy, yet I feel like I had got to a place where I had managed it to a level where I could feel happy and excited etc. I'm feeling really anxious, this is my second pregnancy so it's not that it's cause it's my first and I don't even feel anxious about my partner being there cause that doesn't bother me and at the end of the day everyone is in the same boat at the moment. Went through various body parts and parts of baby, talked us through it the whole time. However I've worried since about a few things. I have my 20 week scan coming up and am starting to get really anxious. I still havent got any movements now and Ill be 21 weeks tomorrow but I could clearly see baby girl wriggling lots so its only a matter of time. 31/07/2020 13:35. The 18-20 week antenatal scan and further tests. I didn't feel any movement until 23 weeks, felt oddly like bubbles popping at first. 13/09/2022 10:10. Thats not within their remit. I know they go through looking at all the organs and limbs and I'm terrified t. 18/03/2020 20:22. It's in fetal medicine and I'm just bricking it ! It only lasted around 20 minutes whereas I thought it was usually closer to 40. The 18 -20 week fetal anomaly scan is a watershed in most pregnancies because for the majority of women it will be the last time they are scanned before giving birth. Register today and join the discussion. This came as a complet shock to me as my 12 week scan was normal I heart the heartbeat - described as good and strong by the midwife at my 16 week check and I have had no bleeding or cramps. I told the sonographer my leg was numb and asked if it could be because the baby was . I felt extremely anxious in the run up to my 20 week scan, I think it's because it's such a long time between that and the 12 week scan and it feels like nothing is really happening so your brain starts to think the worst. 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). Although the anomaly scan is often called a 20-week scan, you may have it any time between 18 weeks and 21 weeks. I had a perfect scan at 12 weeks, 14 weeks (after fainting) and a gender scan at just over 16 weeks and baby girl has been absolutely fine every time yet I'm still worried I'll get to the scan and there won't be a heart beat or something ! Had lots of scans etc at the start of the pregnancy due to having the coil.. they couldn't find it. 01/03/2020 19:30. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Aw this is good news both of you. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 12/10/2021 16:24 Next week we have our 20 week scan and I'm suddenly terrifiedis that normal? Have your say, get notified on what matters to you and see fewer ads Main thing however was baby was fine. Scared for 20 week scan : (. Last tuesday I went for my 20 week scan and no heartbeat was found. Weeks Pregnant Symptoms Mumsnet Brain scan studies also reveal that anxiety can hijack the brain s thinking and decision-making processes by suppressing prefrontal cortex neuron activity. I have my 20 week scan next Thursday , and I am so nervous ! I didn't have an anterior placenta and felt one of my twins at 18+3 and the other from 19+2. My beautiful little boy is showing a number of abnormalities which lead to me having an aminocentesis which I know have to wait for results to come back on. My husband works away on a ship and couldn't get back till Monday so my mam came with . Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the . When I had the bleed a few weeks ago I was crying on the way to see the midwife just for a strong hb and wiggly baby, every milestone you think will get rid of the anxiety but there's always something! I'm not sure on the low placenta but hopefully will be not much of an issue ! 'Scans are accurate, but the views of your uterus and ovaries can sometimes be limited by the position of your uterus, bowel gas, your weight or pelvic lesions such as uterine fibroids or ovarian. The things they picked up on were malformed leg bone & arm bone . I gave my 12 week scan this morning. It's normal to feel a bit anxious. OP your not alone in how youre feeling. This is the furthest I've ever been in a pregnancy, I've had quite a few scans as I've been so anxious since the start. I also had mine a month ago and I was so anxious beforehand! To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 27/04/2020 10:25 Got my 12 week scan coming up. 05/06/2020 15:42, @biscuit13 thanks, it was so cool I kept getting tiny flutters but I tried not to think into it and then earlier I felt a big flutter and pushed gently where I felt it and got a big kick back at me . I've had 3 early miscarriages in the past, and it took us almost 2 years to get pregnant again. 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). During the scan, the baby did a MASSIVE yawn. Add message. 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). Just wanting to see if im alone on this. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 11/04/2022 07:51. Very excited to meet this little one . And yes, they aren't a chance to see your baby waving or find out the sex, it's for medical professionals to find out if everything is as it should be. 29/11/2019 22:24. Once you start feeling those movements - you'll find the baby has a little rave every night as you settle yourself in bed. Good luck! Also, be prepared that baby may not play ball and be in the best positions so you may need another scan at a later date to get all measurements, or you might have to walk around and come back later that day. Hey guys, I have my 20 week scan on Monday when I will be 19+5, and I'm terrified! I am desperately seeking any other mums who have gone through what I have this morning when I went for my 20 week morph scan. Our actual 20 week scan was about 25 or so minutes. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. But didnt have any movements so was shitting it at my 20 week scan last week, especially panicking about being told there was no heart beat by myself as DH waited in the car. 13/09/2022 18:09, Oh I'm so glad for you! I also found around then that my belly could change quite a lot depending on whether I was bloated, had eaten, even had a full bladder or put on/lost a bit of weight. X. However I now have my 20 week scan on Wednesday and the anxiety that I had for the 12 week scan has come . 31/03/2020 15:52, I was exactly the same. Predictions welcome! Hope you feel better about it! I would advise telling them you are anxious and they can reassure you. DP and I want a surprise, so we've decided not to find out the gender. I mentioned this to the sonographer and she was so lovely and kept reassuring that things looked fine as she did each check. Scanxiety is pretty normal, who wouldn't be worried about something that feels so monumental and where bad news would be absolutely devastating x Not feeling a first baby till after 20 weeks is super normal. The spine and brain queries rectified within a week and we just had the hole in the heart to worry about. Had my 12 week scan and a private scan at 17 weeks with all being fine. 15/12/2021 08:55. If it's really getting to you talk to the midwife/Dr. This screening usually takes place between the 15th and 20th week, but screens conducted between 16 and 18 weeks are said to be the most accurate.