Old ovaries, new lines

[kwastell]

Group for people from the 35+ TTC group who've got recent BFPs.

@Homassy @lastditchattempt20 @Matilda19

May be ask if the harmony includes Papp A ( any thing else the nuchal bloods also check for) it may be they do that as part of yours. Low Papp- a can need a different care pathway as can need aspirin, extra growth scans etc ( can be linked to low birth weight etc) . It’s an incidental thing that gets identified when they return run the nuchal bloods .

Hi,

Can I very very tentatively join you all?

I’m 38 and had been ttc my fourth for 14 months (3 dc are from a previous relationship).

We had 3 losses this year and last weekend got a bfp.

I’m extremely cautious as I had 2 chemicals and a 9 weeks loss, but so so happy right now to be here and just keeping everything crossed.

I’m only 4+3 so super early.

Xx

Hi @Moominmiss! Congrats on your BFP, hope this is the one that sticks for you

Re: NIPT plus 12-week nuchal scan - The NHS view on this is that it can cause unnecessary worry, if the NIPT is clear but then the 12-week scan shows something that needs more investigation. This is a valid point.

However, the 12-week scan is good for other things, too - like checking for any other obvious problems at any early stage.

First time around, I did both and was glad I did, for peace of mind. If the 12-week scan had showed any concerns, I'd simply have done a second NIPT test, with an alternative provider. That's my view this time, too, if we make it that far.

@Moominmiss - Welcome and massive fingers crossed for you. Sounds like you've had a tough year.

I'm on the tentative bench with you, as you can probably tell from my posts so far! I'm struggling a LOT with anxiety about this pregnancy. I'm roughly 6 weeks.

@CC81 yes I'll still be having the 12 week scan just not the combined test.

@lucieloos - That's good. Everyone feels differently about it, I think.

My 'kitchen sink' approach isn't necessarily the best! It's just my personality. I always take things to extremes, especially when anxious

How is everyone getting on?

I've felt much more sick the last couple of days. Very nervous about 8-week scan next Thursday.

Oops thought I had replied! 🤦🏻‍♀️

@Moominmiss welcome and congratulations on the BFP! Fingers crossed for you! 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

@mouldygrapes @Honeydukesmum great news re: scans! 😍😍😍 funny how you have a sex in mind! I'm convinced I have a boy, but DH thinks a girl! 🤷🏻‍♀️

@Sunbird24 is it this week for your scan?

@CC81 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 for you for next week! I'm sorry you're struggling with anxiety. I've seen ads for pregnancy meditation etc, would that be of any help? Has anyone tried that? Considering looking into it as I'm having crazy stress dreams at the moment! 😳

@M4v3r1ck yes, Weds pm. Hoping I can come away with a pic (as long as it’s good news) even if it’s just on my phone!

Good luck tomorrow, @Sunbird24! Fingers crossed for you. xxx

@M4v3r1ck - No, haven't tried meditation, but maybe I should! I'm mostly trying to stay distracted, with toddler, work, good TV, etc.

I wasn't like this in early pregnancy with my first child. I think because I was only 35 then, so the stakes didn't feel so high! I'm struggling to believe it's real. Time seems to be going so slowly, too!

I got a BFP!!!! Very very early days but wanted to jump on board and see how you ladies are getting on with your pregnancies x

@Sleeeeeepy that's amazing news! Congratulations and welcome ☺️

Wonderful news, @Sleeeeeepy - fingers crossed for you. xxx

Congratulations @Sleeeeeepy! That’s fab, well done!

I’m out, 8 wk scan wasn’t good news

Oh Sunbird24 my thoughts are with you x

I'm so sorry @Sunbird24 Sending love x

So sorry, @Sunbird24 xxx

Hi, I hope you don’t mind me joining in to ask advice! 8 weeks pregnant with first baby at 40. Early mc this year. Looking to book harmony test in London and just wondered if anyone had recommendations on where to get it done? I’ve had a look and have been drawn to feral medicine centre but I think their results take 2 weeks.

So sorry to read your sad news x

@Jcc16 thank you, your autocorrect made me laugh! The feral medicine centre sounds a bit dangerous... Best of luck wherever you end up choosing

Oops! But at least it made you smile x

So sorry @Sunbird24 x

So very sorry @Sunbird24. X

How are you @kwastell and the second trimester crew? I’ve had my consultation t led appointment which wasn’t that helpful but at least a plan for vbac before 39 weeks and cs if no labour by 39 weeks. Hope the first trimester crew are ok - and those with nausea or sickness are improving