20 week scan tomorrow. Crapping myself!

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I think I just have a real fear of the scanning room now thanks to a MMC in June.

I’ve had three scans, 12 weeks, 13 weeks and 14 weeks. All was well as far as they could tell (baby not cooperating!)

I’ve been feeling some movement for a couple of weeks now. I was laid on my stomach last night and was sure I could feel a lot of turning but have barely felt anything today so am now doubting myself and trying to convince myself that I’ve imagined every movement I’ve felt 😢 I’m so worried that they’re going to say that there’s no heartbeat or that there’s something gravely wrong. I’m so lucky to have gotten to 12 weeks fairly unscathed and I’m so grateful too, this follows quite a few MC’s for me (and a healthy DD) so I’m hoping what I’m feeling is normal.

It’s definitely normal to worry especially after your previous loss

Just remember though that it is far more likely than not that the scan will show everything to be healthy.

I wouldn’t worry about not feeling movements today, I was told movements or lack of isn’t anything to worry about before 24 weeks. Good luck and let us know how you get on!

@GrubbyHipsterBeard thank you! I’ll definitely report back! It isn’t until 14:50 though and they’re usually running a wee bit late so will likely be 18:00 before I get the chance to update!

Everyone keeps asking me if I’m excited about finding out the gender. Don’t get me wrong, it would be lovely to find out but I’d rather know that our baby is healthy! If baby has his/her legs crossed I’d be less than bothered!

I remember your name as you had your MMC about a month after mine, how exciting to be 20 weeks! I'm currently 13 weeks, we've had a scan at 11+1 and despite the sonographer saying 'i have no worries at all for this little one' I'm still crapping myself over my nuchal testing on Tuesday!

I think it's normal unfortunately, especially after loss, just try and focus on the positives and the odds, don't bloody Google (wish I could follow that myself), far fewer people will be posting happy scan stories on the internet than those who have had issues so focus on that, because why would people post nice happy run of the mill stories?

Focus on how far you've got - I keep telling myself that last time things were obviously wrong from the start, and I know that doesn't always mean that things will be ok, but it makes it far more likely. Good luck X

@Justincase87, congratulations! So pleased to hear that all is going well!

I know the odds are really on my side now but I think I’m on a bit of disbelief and keep waiting for it all to go wrong.

All looked fine with baby. Little girl 😁

Congratulations @iswallowtoothpaste! Glad everything went well. I have mine on Thursday but had a night in hospital last night 😩 congratulations on the little girl! Time to finally let it sink in now and enjoy the pregnancy!xx

That's good to hear! And congratulations

I had a MMC after DC1 and I know exactly what that fear and dread is like. Hopefully you can try and enjoy the rest of your pregnancy.

Fantastic news! Thank you for letting us know!

@Kayleigh121 good luck for tomorrow! And hope they got you back on your feet whilst they kept you in hospital.

I hope you’re feeling the same sense of relief that I am right now!

@BIWI thank you, I feel so much better seeing her wriggle about and kicking her legs around. Feeling better than I have done in weeks!

@iswallowtoothpaste thank you a bit of bed rest is what I needed! I’m glad you’re feeling better and I am so glad everything is okay! Keep us posted with your kicks etc I’ll let you know how it goes tomorrow xx

Massive congratulations. I've got my first scan next week, I'm 13weeks now after 2 miscarriages and like a lot of you, extremely anxious.
I feel the wait for the standard 12week scan is sooooo long. The morning sickness, headaches and sheer exhaustion actually keep me remaining positive. I know most would find it annoying and a burden on the pregnancy but I welcome any symptom right now.

Again, congratulations on the good news and the finding out you're having a little girl too. You must feel so relieved xx