Things to know before going in for an early scan

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Well just that.
Is there any thing I need to know, watch out for or ask about?

Just had a few pains and my cs scar is hurting but no bleeding so hopefully nothing to worry about.

Thanks

How early is it? If it's very early then be prepared that it will be an internal scan- painless but a probe inserted upwards. If you're having an internal scan you need to empty your bladder before you go- but the radiographer will tell you that

erm 5weeks
that internal scan thing doesn't sound so good

you will probably not see an awful lot at 5 weeks, you might well see that the baby is in the right place, but too early to see an embryo shape and heartbeat, that is around 7 + weeks

the internal scan is not that bad, you will be asked to remove your trousers and knickers, lay down on the bed, and cover yourself with a sheet. so you are not too exposed.

you might be asked to lift your bum up a bit, or move, to ensure the sonographer gets a good picture

it should not be painful, and won't take too long

hope it goes well

you will need an internal scan, it doesnt hurt, its just a bit uncomfortable

internal scan is no bother- to put it crudely it's a bit like a dildo with a condom on it

don't know why I thought it'd be gel on tummy

my 20month dd will be with me that'll be ok won't it.

i think doc wanted to make sure it was in the right place not expecting heart beat

they will probably do the gel thing first....they did with me.Do not worry, are you taking a pram?? it would be better if dd is in pram

so glad i posted
God knows how I'd of reacted at being told to take my trousers off otherwise and pushchair sounds like a must.
any more little surprises?

cant think of anything else, dont fret about it you'll be fine

i had my first internal scan at 5 weeks as she couldnt see properly on abdominal scanner. While she was telling me to remove trousers, underwear jump up on the couch dp was getting whiter and whiter (tee hee) then when he saw the probe he turned a nice shade of green, then when she put the condom on it he looked as if he was about to pass out!!! It was so funny!! it doesnt hurt at all except for when they slip and try to get it to come out of your hip doubt they all do that tough lol

i meant though not tough

this is a great site for info on early u/s's

Ive had several very early scans in two pf my pregnancies but never acually had an internal. I jsut would go in with an open mind and don't expect to find out too much. The only thing I really learnt from mine was everythings ok, and the foetus is xmms big!

thanks betsy had a quick look at that site
looks very informative

and thanks hopefully all will be well

loved the discription of dh iliketosleep

I had one at 7 weeks (internal) and the twinnies looked like fresh water shrimps (or anchovies as OH said). All see though with a heart beat. Think plankton
Think they were about 16mm each.

it depends where you are doesnt it? Im not sure, but i thought the internal thing was american? because iv never heard of anybody having one in the UK, always an ultasound, the jelly on belly routine.

no internal scans are not just used in the US - are available at most Early Pregnancy units in the UK - they only see people with potential problems, so they are not routine by any means.

I had a couple of them in my first pregnancy - they are mostly used up until about 8wks when they can generally see things ok with an abdominal scan.

im from the uk and i had an internal scan