Has anyone had the Amniocentesis test?

just wondering if anyone has had the Amniocentesis test and what the procedure is like?

Many thanks in advance

[Gempuddleduck]

Hiya, I had the procedure last year. It didn’t hurt at all and I couldn’t watch but my husband said a long needle went in. I had to keep very still as they did it. There were two ladies who were so lovely and made me feel at ease.I hope you’re ok xx

[Hidden in reply to Gempuddleduck]

Ah thanks Gem - if you don't mind me asking where does the needle go through? Did you take pain relief? X

[Gempuddleduck in reply to Hidden]

It went into my tummy - I can’t remember exactly where but maybe just below my belly button. I think they numbed the area and then I took paracetamol afterwards but I don’t remember any pain xx

[Hidden in reply to Gempuddleduck]

Thanks so much for the info - I am not sure whether they will offer it to me - but I cannot do the harmony test so wanted to be prepared for it x

[Sunflower35 in reply to Hidden]

If they suspect issues after the 12 week scan and combined blood test, I was told they would consider doing NIPT… Do you mean you have not been offered NIPT or that you won’t do it privately? I would enquire if you only meant the latter…

[Hidden in reply to Sunflower35]

I can't get an accurate result due to having 2 sacs with 1 vanishing twin that didn't develop....so was preparing myself for amniocentesis....x

[Junk41]

Take deep breaths in and out. Remain calm (as you can) and yeah don't look at the needle.

It doesn't hurt, you just feel a pressure. Take it easy for 2 days after. Bed rest etc

[Hidden in reply to Junk41]

I am not sure if they automatically offer it to me due to my age.....but thanks for the advice, I will take it very easy after if I have the procedure. X