12w scan tomorrow - nervous

[gimmeadoughnut123]

We had a MC earlier in the year and are having our 12 week scan tomorrow for our baby. I'm so excited but also very nervous and dreading that they might say something isn't right or something has happened.

There isn't any reason something should have happened. I haven't had anything worrying, lots of symptoms that are only just stopping, all was well at our early scan 6 weeks ago, and we both think I might be starting to show. I'm 12+5.

But I just can't shake the fear. It will be such a relief tomorrow. Can anyone share some good stories with me and send me some positive vibes?

I've just had mine this morning (currently 11+6 with twins following IVF). I had all the exact same anxieties you mention, with no particular reason for them as like you I have loads of symptoms, no bleeding, and good strong heartbeats hear at 7 and 9 weeks, but despite this was incredibly nervous this morning. All was perfect at the scan with babies measuring 12+2 and 12+4 so everything is fine.

I know it's easier said than done but do try to relax and enjoy it - you will be fine 😊

Fingers tightly crossed for you. I've had 2 losses (currently 18 weeks) I told the sonographer when I went in how anxious I was and just asked her to tell me if there was a heartbeat straight away so I could breathe xx

I’m thinking all the positive thoughts there are! It’s so nerve wracking. I’m 11 weeks tomorrow and still waiting for my scan date. It all sounds very positive for you so far- good early scan and developing bump. The wait is just so awful!

I've had a MMC & Chemical and I feel your pain currently 10w I had 6 & 8w scan and everything was okay. 12w scan well 13w scan is 31st Dec I'm so nervous and desperate for it. I just don't have any preg symptoms!

I have a scan tomorrow too, at 3.30
I am so so so so so nervous
I'm 10wk4d

Then a 12 week scan end of the month as well
I'm so anxious

Scans are terrifying after you’ve had a miscarriage. I don’t think there’s any way to make it not be scary, but maybe it’ll help to remind yourself that you being scared doesn’t mean there’s any greater chance of anything being wrong. Most 12-week scans are fine and odds are good that yours will be too.

Also tell the sonographer you’re nervous, they can be really lovely and understanding.

I’ve got my scan on Friday (12+6). I did have one at 6 weeks and saw a heartbeat, and I’ve had loads of symptoms (although they have been decreasing since the 12-week mark. But they have not gone!), but it’s still a bit anxiety-inducing. It just doesn’t seem likely that I’ll come out of this with a baby.

@teacuptale I didn’t have my booking in appointment until 11+5, so I was a bit worried about getting a scan done before 14 weeks. They called me yesterday (12+3) to say they were really busy, but could fit me in on Friday at 14.30. Massive relief!

The odds are excellent for all of us. The most likely outcome for each of us is that we will have an actual baby at the end of this. Let’s all try to be reassured! (I’m still not reassured!)

Spargle, I’m really glad you got your scan sooner than anticipated. Not long to wait for you now! Just wish I had a date to count down to.

I know what you mean @Spargle telling myself to be reassured but it's not making a difference! I do find talking on here helps. I will post an update on here tomorrow

Ues, gimmeadoighnut, please do update us. Hope you sleep well tonight.

Don't worry I have mine on Monday good luck

just to say everything went brilliantly yesterday. We have a wiggly little baby and they brought my EDD forward. Kicking away on screen for us. Honestly one of the most amazing feelings in a very long time!

That’s fantastic news donut!