January 2013 babies!!! Happy New Year!

[Mrs.A]

so, I went to the nurse today. I needed a swab to check for infection (blood in urine) and asked about the lipid tests... Its only a frikkin routine cholesterol test!! here is me worrying that there is something strange wrong with me hahahahaha.

Anyway, I asked about the blood in my water thing and explained that my symptoms weren't as strong as they were. She said to go to the BEP clinic at the hospital and get another scan just for reassurance!!! So the husband and I toddled off to the hospital, explained that the nurse had told us to come over and sure enough, they gave me another scan!!

I cant believe the difference just three weeks has made from my 7 week scan to today... it looks like a baby already! Im gobsmacked and amazed!

I have posted a copy of the scan photos for you to have a look at

Only two weeks to my 12 week scan - I bet it there will be a massive difference again!

 

[Celestine]

Mrs.A: I'm so happy for you! What an amazing difference in your scan pics!! I was also amazed when I saw my 9.5week pics. It looks so much like a baby that I couldn't believe my eyes! Wish me luck for tomorrow because it's my 12 week NT testing. I pray baby is fine...can't wait to see LO.

 

[Mrs.A]

Good luck for your NT test... Hope all is okay.. You will have to post pics x

 

[Celestine]

Mrs. A: Everything went well!! Two arms, two legs, and one small butt that the baby kept turning towards us! LOL. It was so very amazing. I heard the heartbeat for the 1st time. It was 158bpm and everything looked great.

I can't begin to tell you how estatic I am today! Just so very happy. Since yesterday...I just can't stop smiling.

I pray everyone is doing well with their babies. What a gift...

Oh yes..they actually bumped me up to a Dec 30th due date. The baby had grown so much...but I think I like it here so here I will stay. Hope that's ok. *smile*

 

[chattyB]

Congratulations huni! I can't believe that we've all started reaching the 12 week stage already - how quickly has that gone!!?? So pleased for you that everything went well ... I must admit, I'm slightly (well more than slightly) concerned that my NT scan this Thursday will show something wrong with baby - I think it's because during my training as a midwife and reading all the usual literature, 35 yrs is the "magic number" .... I'm 35 and can't shake the feeling that all will not be well. The fear is stopping me bonding with this baby as I did with previous pregnancies and I feel so guilty (going through the motions but finding it hard to be emotionally connected). Am I just being stupid??

Either way - ill let you all know how it goes on Thursday

 

[felicity0444]

chatty-I'm feeling the same way. I am bonded with baby, but it's not the same yet. I think it's just my way of protecting myself? It is also so scary because we have decided that if anything happens to this baby i don't think we are going to try again. I have a feeling everything is fine, but we won't know that until tomorrow when i get my nuchal scan. If it goes well then we'll announce after. (((Crossing Fingers))

 

[chattyB]

We are exactly the same! This is our first (and last) baby following hubby's vasectomy reversal and it's been a real struggle to even get to the BFP stage - still can't believe I'm approaching the 2nd tri! My head is telling me that everything is fine and to stop stressing out - my heart is holding back and telling me to be careful. Close family know but we haven't announced the baby to the general friends and periphery family yet. I don't remember giving these tests a second thought in my previous pregnancies - it was just a great opportunity to see the baby again! Maybe it's because we've tried so hard and want this baby so much. I took so much for granted in my last pregnancies and so grateful that I ended up with happy, healthy children.

 

[felicity0444]

We are exactly the same! This is our first (and last) baby following hubby's vasectomy reversal and it's been a real struggle to even get to the BFP stage - still can't believe I'm approaching the 2nd tri! My head is telling me that everything is fine and to stop stressing out - my heart is holding back and telling me to be careful. Close family know but we haven't announced the baby to the general friends and periphery family yet. I don't remember giving these tests a second thought in my previous pregnancies - it was just a great opportunity to see the baby again! Maybe it's because we've tried so hard and want this baby so much. I took so much for granted in my last pregnancies and so grateful that I ended up with happy, healthy children.

It is very exciting getting so close to 2nd tri i know! My nuchal scan is tomorrow...let you know how it goes and will post pics! Hoping for a bouncing swimming healthy baby!

 

[chattyB]

Good luck for today felicity!

 

[felicity0444]

Scan went fantastic! Baby is healthy and very very active! Here's a couple of pics! Baby is measuring 2.5 inches with a heartbeat of 158. Very healthy and i'm hoping i can finally try to relax....(ha we'll see. I think this time i will constantly find something to worry about)

 

[darkstar]

I love looking at the scan pics. I have mine next Wednesday and I can't wait!

 

[Celestine]

Felicity0444: I love your pics. Especially the one of baby's hand- so adorable! Very glad things went well.

DH and I are moving into a larger home for LO and I'm so glad I'm out of 1st Tri fatigue. I had energy to put things away like the dinnerware and linens but oh how I am paying for it this morning! I just feel achey all over. I plan on doing as little as possible today because I need to rest!! 13 weeks today...feels great getting here.

 

[chattyB]

I've not got brilliant news I'm afraid . We had our 12 week scan at 9.10am today - the NT measurement was 3.5mm. I can't believe it. I think I knew deep down that *something* wasn't right and that I was scared to bond with the baby. I'm a mess, I can't stop crying. I have a 1:5 chance of having a baby with a chromosomal/trisomy problem. I had my bloods taken, (2 week wait for results) no other explanation of further testing at all, just told to make an appt for a 20 week scan on the way out. I'm not feeling too hopeful just now

 

[felicity0444]

I've not got brilliant news I'm afraid . We had our 12 week scan at 9.10am today - the NT measurement was 3.5mm. I can't believe it. I think I knew deep down that *something* wasn't right and that I was scared to bond with the baby. I'm a mess, I can't stop crying. I have a 1:5 chance of having a baby with a chromosomal/trisomy problem. I had my bloods taken, (2 week wait for results) no other explanation of further testing at all, just told to make an appt for a 20 week scan on the way out. I'm not feeling too hopeful just now

Oh chatty I'm so sorry you are going through this. My step mom had this issue with my sister when she was pregnant (measurment of 3.6) and i'm sure they were terrified! It turns out when my sister was born she had a moderate heart defect that needed surgery, but otherwise was totally fine. She is now 25 and is currently training for her first half marathon. I know it's hard to be positive right now, but please try...for you...for your family.
I'm sure this won't help, but i found some literature on the issue and found these quotes that i thought might be nice to read.
"It is important to remember that many babies who have more fluid than usual at the back of their neck at an early scan are born healthy and well."


"Although this can be worrying, it is important to remember that many babies whose NT measurement is 3.5mm or more are healthy. An increased NT does not mean there is definitely a problem."

 

[Celestine]

Chattyb, I would agree with felicity0444. I have read many things about babies that have more fluid at the backs of their necks that have been born perfectly normal and healthy. Remember, they are trying to give odds...chances. It is NOT certain.

I know this is stressful for you but please try not to worry yourself greatly.

 

[chattyB]

Thank you both for your kind words . Hubby and I, after many tears, have decided to have a CVS this coming Friday - I think the fear of not knowing for sure is worse than the reality. If we know what we're dealing with, we can prepare for what we'll need to for our baby. We've decided that if the tests prove DS, we'll not consider a termination - we have everything crossed that it's not a trisomy problem "incompatible with life".

We're praying that we'll be one of the lucky ones and baby will be just fine.

I'm absolutely gobsmacked by the lack of care after the scan last Thursday - nobody mentioned anything regarding a raised NT other than the 1:5 ratio, no chat to discuss options or referral to a Dr re further scans/tests, just a "sit in this chair while we take bloods and make your 20 week scan appt on the way out". I had to call around 4 different departments of the hospital, explaining what had happened the day before, before I was put through to the right people to organise a CVS. The midwife I spoke to was horrified that we were just sent away with nothing when the referral guidelines are for measurements of 3.0 and greater. Something went wrong somewhere, I shouldn't have had to go around chasing answers and arranging tests in the state I was in on Friday - I feel pretty let down and angry ....

The sonographer will be getting a very strongly worded letter of complaint when I feel strong enough

 

[Celestine]

I simply cannot believe you have gone through all of this and I'm shocked at the sheer lack of direction they have given you!! I will be praying the CVS shows that baby is fine which will help you get peace of mind and you can fully begin the bonding process. You are in my thoughts.

 

[darkstar]

Thank you both for your kind words . Hubby and I, after many tears, have decided to have a CVS this coming Friday - I think the fear of not knowing for sure is worse than the reality. If we know what we're dealing with, we can prepare for what we'll need to for our baby. We've decided that if the tests prove DS, we'll not consider a termination - we have everything crossed that it's not a trisomy problem "incompatible with life".

We're praying that we'll be one of the lucky ones and baby will be just fine.

I'm absolutely gobsmacked by the lack of care after the scan last Thursday - nobody mentioned anything regarding a raised NT other than the 1:5 ratio, no chat to discuss options or referral to a Dr re further scans/tests, just a "sit in this chair while we take bloods and make your 20 week scan appt on the way out". I had to call around 4 different departments of the hospital, explaining what had happened the day before, before I was put through to the right people to organise a CVS. The midwife I spoke to was horrified that we were just sent away with nothing when the referral guidelines are for measurements of 3.0 and greater. Something went wrong somewhere, I shouldn't have had to go around chasing answers and arranging tests in the state I was in on Friday - I feel pretty let down and angry ....

The sonographer will be getting a very strongly worded letter of complaint when I feel strong enough

I hope it all goes well for you

 

[darkstar]

Oh chatty, did you realise with a CVS they can tell you with 100% accuracy if its boy/girl. If you want to know

 

[chattyB]

I'd read that! I think we'll find out

The hospital called yesterday with my blood results - PAPP-A was 0.6 (a little low) and b-HCG was 0.93 (pretty normal). They've updated my risk ratio to 1:11. Still a very high risk considering, for my age, it's 1:317. We're off for our CVS in the morning, then begins the
l-o-n-g wait for results ... 4 days will feel like forever. I'm praying with everything I have that baby will be fine.

Thankyou for your support ladies - I really does make a difference x