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What does this even mean?
A nurse did the scan .
All she told me was the embryo was measuring small at 6 weeks 1 day.
I saw the flickering of the heart .
Wasn’t given a measurement .
It is up high and was hard to find but it was there .
I didn’t expect be to be in limbo. Going back again on Tuesday .
Is this the end? Please be honest . My heart is broken 😖😭
I’m so sorry you are going through such a stressful time. Was the baby measuring 5 weeks 1 day? It could still catch up with the measurements in a week. Are you having beta done to check if the level is doubling?
I hope you have good news on your next scan! ✨💕
No it was measuring 6 weeks 1 days but I’m 6 weeks 6 days
Sorry, I didn’t read properly! I was having scans and blood tests and the two together combined was not looking promising.
It’s only a matter of few days, is just measuring a little smaller than average and it can definitely grow! Many places do not offer scans yet at this stage because it’s so soon! The fact that you saw the heartbeat is definitely a good sign too! I know it’s very hard but try to stay positive! Xx
Thanks pet. My clinic don’t do bloods either . They just ensure you worry as much as possible
Stay positive. As long as she didnt say anything she worried abt you will be fine. I think they have to say it if they are worried. X x
She just kept saying she didn’t know . Thanks for your support 💐
Hi RhinoCat,
I’m so sorry you’ve not had the reassurance you needed. The fact you saw a heartbeat is a good sign, measurements at this stage aren’t exact so being 5 days out on dates doesn’t mean it’s not going to progress. I measured two days behind at my viability and by the time I had a private scan again at 9 weeks I was measuring 5 days ahead.
Hopefully some of the other ladies can give you some hope too xxx
Oh my goodness was that all she said ? Didn’t she give you any reassurance ?
Doesn’t seem like measuring that much behind to me .... I think fact you seen heartbeat flickering is promising.
Am thinking of you and honestly thinking this isn’t bad. If they think it’s bad they usually are quite clear and give you an idea of chances and would get a Docs opinion ( in my experience)
She did her hands 🤷🏼♀️ like this and said to phone them if anything happened between now and Tuesday . Awesome eh 🙄
I'm so sorry you didn't get some much wanted reassurance from your scan Hun. I just wanted to say with my successful pregnancy I had 3 scans before I was 12 weeks pregnant and each time the baby measured differently! Ahead the 1st & 3rd time but 4 days behind at the 2nd scan. I think at the early stage of pregnancy it can be hard for them to get the correct measurements. I hope you go on to have a happy & healthy pregnancy. Lots of love. xx
Hopefully this is the case , thanks so much 😘💐
Hi hun, big hugs to you! What a worry, but no it's not all over!! While this is not what you wanted to hear at this stage, it has a heartbeat and there is plenty chance it will grow fine after this. I believe this early the measurement can be a little harder to get and I know people in your position that went on to have a healthy pregnancy. Thinking of you lovely 💕 xxxx
I would say this is a bad thing you saw a heart beat and if they didn’t say they were worried did they say of the heart best was strong or slow? Don’t worry to much about measurements I mean it’s only 4 days I was given multiple due dates based on measurements throughout my pregnancy Even tho I had ivf and none of them where right! Keep positive I have everything crossed for you 🤞xxxx
Thanks 🙏🏻 💐😘
I'm so sorry that it was not the reassuring scan you wanted today. I dont have any advice but just wanted to send you a big hug, and what the other ladies say about the measurements being out one way or another is hopeful, hold onto that lovely. Thinking of you xxxx
Hard to hope . Ivf is not funny 😔
You could contact the consultant to explain to you. Just so you know for sure what it means. I hope it's all good xx
I just sent an email and my
Cross husband phoned them
Dr phoned and pointed out that it was good there was a heart beat and good a sac but 5 days behind could progress to miscarriage 😔
It's good you got an explanation from the doc. I really wish for you that the miscarriage doesn't happen xx
Me too 😞 no spotting so far 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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Please try and stay positive as hard as it is. Seeing a heartbeat is reassuring. It never gets easier I’m nearly 12 weeks and I’m due my 12 week scan and I’m still so scared 😔 my midwife did reassure me with measurements a few weeks back she said it’s basically witchcraft. That’s the word she used she said every time you get a scan you will get a different progress in regards to the size. Just because they say you are 5 days behind doesn’t mean bad news. Like the girls said measurements and sizes change all the time. Rest up and keep calm xxxx sending you lots of positive vibes ❤️😘
Hi,
Sorry you didn’t get the reassurance you wanted but this journey is not over yet.
The fact there was a heart beat this little fighter is not giving up and nor should you! It’s still there, little smaller but it could grow more.
Fingers crossed for your next scan (did you say it’s next week?)
Good luck!
Oh lovely, sending big hugs. Try stay positive and try not to worry. Looking on the bright side your little baba is there and it’s heart is beating away. Sorry, I’ve no other advice to offer as I’ve never got to this stage.
Could you phone your clinic and ask to speak to the nurse again or a consultant? They wouldn’t want you worrying.
Do something nice, treat yourself and most importantly be kind to yourself Xx
Stay positive! A heartbeat has to be good news. At mine she measured but didn't really make a thing about it as she said it just too early to get any real insight into things at this stage.
Defo call or email them to talk through things. Must be tough going without hubby. When you go on your own you forget everything they say and don't ask the questions you wanted to before you went in. Write down a list of questions and then get onto the clinic. Being worried isn't good for you on the little one onboard so they should give you the time to talk through everything with them.
Xx
I measured 5 days behind at my 6 week scan which was terrifying because the midwife basically told me it could go either way, I measured two weeks progression a fortnight later and finally saw a heartbeat, went for a scan and told them I’d be 10+1 and I was measuring 11 weeks on the dot, early scans aren’t always accurate apparently, stay positive xx
I remember on mine the dating was given +/- 5 days because it's hard to be accurate when the baby's so small. You're within that and there's a heartbeat so it's not necessarily bad news. Hope it turns out everything is progressing ok when you go back. Another tough wait ahead of you, stay strong dear xxx
🦏 I’m not saying just this to make you feel better but you just can’t know yet so try and stay positive. It could go either way. That’s the truth. It’s so early. I’m sending you courage and baby dust. Xx
Yes rhinoCat... please stay positive.... everything is gona b alright on ur next scan...for sure ....😀everything crossed for u....😘...keep us updated and when is ur next scan scheduled???
I’m so sorry you didn’t get the reassurance you neede today RhinoCat.
You are only a few days behind though & they are soooooooo small at this stage even the slightest mis-measurement could put you a few days out.
The most important thing is there’s a heartbeat! 💕 You didn’t mention that they said it was slow so I’m assuming it wasn’t which, from my understanding is the most important thing.
I’m so sorry you’re in limbo for a bit longer - could you get a private scan in a few days so you don’t have to wait until Tuesday? A different sonographer could very well measure slightly differently which could give you some reassurance.
Also, if it helps, I was measuring 3 days behind at my 6 week scan bug by 12 weeks was 2 days ahead. So much can change so fast at this stage and it’s worth saying again that they are so teeny tiny at this stage they only need to be tiny fractions out re. Measurements which would make a few days difference.
You’re definitely still in the game lovely. Xxx
I asked what was the heart rate? She said oh I didn’t measure that ?!?!?! She just looks for a heart beat 🥺🙄
She sounds like she might not be very experienced tbf which could have affected the measurement?
They won’t measure the heartbeat at this stage but I know they look to see by eye if it looks ‘about right.’ If it’s very slow that’s cause for concern. If it’s not, that’s good.
I’d give your clinic a call and speak to the doctor, or ask the nurse if the heartbeat looked ok. I’d assume it was an ok speed otherwise she would (should) have mentioned it, but it doesn’t sound like she was very good so you might get more reassurance if you speak to the doc? 🤷♀️
I also asked for actual in mm measurement .... she didn’t take that either
Agreed!xxx
From what the other ladies have said it sounds like there is definitely still lots of hope! Terrible that they didn't give you more info/reassurance though! I'm sure it's going to be absolutely fine, although appreciate it must be awful to still be in limbo, sending lots of love and a big hug xxx
Hi RhinoCat,
Really sorry you didn’t get the reassurance you needed. I definitely think you should take this scan with a pinch of salt and focus on the fact a heartbeat was there, which is a huge milestone.
12 weeks must feel like forever away and won’t be good for your stress levels. Could you book a private scan to hear another opinion? They tend to be very detailed too. It could also mean your partner may be able to be in attendance, which would be good as he could pick up on remarks that you don’t. I know my husband was great at reassuring me during these moments (he’s much more pragmatic than I am lol).
I am optimistic for you - but you need to do whatever you can in your power to keep your sanity at such a stressful time.
Thinking of you ❤️❤️ Xx
Thanks so much. They’re having me back on Tuesday so maybe I’ll get the reassurance I need then or a straight answer if it’s not ok. I’m better with black and white. Grey is not helpful 😣
Yea I can understand that. I’ll be thinking of you on Tuesday - a week can make a huge difference. Until then, take care!
I’m so sorry you didn’t have a more reassuring scan. I don’t have experience with early scans but I agree with other comments - the nurse didn’t sound very efficient & think seeing a heartbeat is promising at this stage. I would either speak to a dr at the clinic for a more detailed explanation or do a private scan for a 2nd opinion- which you can take your partner to. xxx
I don’t have any experience as our 7 week scan isn’t until next week, however it doesn’t sound like the nurse did a good/thorough job. Their job is to reassure you AND give you the facts. And it sounds like she did neither. I would definitely go for a private scan (if you can afford it of course) or ask for a follow up. All the best and fingers crossed things will be more reassuring next week!xx
I'm so sorry you didnt get better news. Ffs as if this bloody journey isn't hard enough. I'm praying for you and your little bean.....hopefully its just little bit behind!!😘🙏🏻🤯 Lots of love and massive hugs Rhinocat!!🦏🐈xxxx
Sending you a big hug rhinocat you've been through a rough day but we're all rooting for that little wriggler, hope everything is better at the next scan xx
Sorry to hear your scan hasn’t give you reassurance, as others have said hopefully things will catch up by your next scan, so try and keep positive as much as you can. Thinking of you, sending hugs and will be keeping everything crossed for Tuesday xxx
I am sure all will be well, if baby was high up maybe she struggled to get a proper measurement. As so many others have said, it could be a late implanter, it could just be a wonky measurement.. there is a heartbeat which is what you need at this stage. Nothing you can do will change things now except thinking positive and I am sure little bean will probably be measuring over next week! x
Hi Rhinocat,
I’m so sorry to hear what a bad experience you had at your scan!
I know it’s very easy said but harder done, but be positive! The fact that you saw a heart beat is the most important thing. Everything will be fine just be positive and your baby will be healthy.
What everyone has said is a absolutely correct. It is very early stage which is the reason why the dates are never accurate.
Try and relax, wait a few days and see how it all goes next Tuesday.
Also definitely speak to the clinic about your experience as this will prevent them from doing this to someone else.
Good luck! And we are all praying for you💛❤️
So sorry that you didn’t get the reassurance you needed today. The waiting is so so tough. But like so many others have already said, I really don’t think that this is necessarily bad news. I think it can be so common at this early stage and really good that you got to see a heartbeat. But I totally understand that this won’t take away your worries. I hope you can get a bit more info/clarification from the clinic. I will also have everything crossed for your scan on Tuesday. Hold on in there lovely! In the meantime perhaps try to distract yourself with anything if you can - get out for a little walk, breathe deep, do some baking, do the mindful IVF app - whatever works for you - even if these thing only give you a brief distraction it’s good to try and give yourself that break from all the constant worrying (but I know it’s easier said than done!). Know we are all rooting for you ❤️ Xxx
The dr said it was good there was a sac and heart beat but the not good bit was 5 day delay. He said if it was a week behind next week it wouldn’t be good news and would progress to miscarriage 😖🥺 I’m just lying about tonight and tomorrow I will need to inform work because I’m back to work on Thursday and need off next Tuesday for the scan .
Sending you big hugs and positivity and hoping you get good news xxx
Hi Rhino , my scans were also showing 2 days up and down always and one was accurate but they say few days up and down is not an issue, stay positive and may Allah bless u Ameen
Thanks but the dr said 2-3 days are fine but 5 not so good 😖
Rhino don’t think much and relax and leave everything upto God almighty and He will lookafter you and baby as stress can be not good and I know we do stress and I stress too all the time and it’s not easy journey but try to indulge yourself in cooking, watching movies etc , hopefully everything will go the way you want with the blessing of God😊
I would try not to worry too much. At this stage, measurements can be a little out. It sounds a little like your sonographer wasn’t all that helpful or experienced either. I wish you ALL the very best for your next scan and hope for really good news xx
It was a nurse , to my knowledge she wasn’t a sonographer just trained some how to do them 🤷🏼♀️
Oh how strange. Sorry just re-read your message. Missed that the first time. I wondered why the nurse did it! That explains the lack of experience! Will keep everything crossed for the next scan and hope the dates work out. The waiting is the absolute worst. I really feel for you. I know how anxious this time is xx
Hi lovely. These "measurements" really aren't exact and please don't worry that they're not bang on. They change over time. However, I know how anxious you're going to be until your next scan. Ask as many questions as you can of the nurse/clinic, but really really try not to worry. Sending you lots of love and positivity. xxxx
Don’t have any advice as haven’t ever made it to this stage but just wanted to send you loads of positivity and hope for your next scan. So sorry you didn’t get the reassurance you needed today and that this rollercoaster continues for you. Take care of yourself and put yourself first just doing whatever you need to get through this. Fingers crossed for you 🤞🤞💕 Xx
Bless you RhinoCat, sending you positive vibes and big hugs. Will be thinking of you on Tuesday xxx 🤞💕
Hi RhinoCat, sorry to hear that your scan wasn't straightforward. Hold in there though and focus on that beautiful little heartbeat ❤️ At my 8 week scan measurements were 4 days behind but by the 12 week one measurements were 2 days ahead 🤷♀️ It's hard for them to be accurate and it sounds like you didn't have someone with all the expertise either which doesn't help!
I'm praying you get a wonderful surprise on Tuesday and that it comes round quickly for you xxx
Bless you 😘😘😘💐💐💐💐💖💖💖💖💖💐💐💐Trying to think it’ll be ok but have had quite a few cramps today . Feel a bit nervous and eating is an effort today. Trying to hope for the best but preparing for the worst 😕 exhausting times
I'm so sorry you had this. My scan was last night and the foetus is also measured behind. I think she said 2 days, but she also said the heartbeat is slow. I don't think I will hear from my clinic until next week. I really hope you will get better news at your next scan. Until then, try to distract yourself if you can (I know easier said than done as I'm still lying in bed worrying). Take care. X
It’s so hard isn’t it. I can’t see how my outcome can be positive on Tuesday with me being 5 days behind. My dr said 2-3 behind was better. Hold tight 😘💐 this journey is the worst 💐💐💐
Thinking of you & GiantPanda !😘🙏🏻🤞🏻xxx
Yes we just have to hope. The main advice I've been given by clinicians is to cross my fingers and stay positive. I've yet to find and clinical evidence to support that, but I guess that is all we can do. It's so frustrating. I'll be thinking of you on Tuesday. Xx
Praying you get good news on Tuesday I’m sure the wait is hard your nearly there though 💖💖💖
Hi RhinoCat, how did you get on?xx
Viability scan 7 weeks 6 days
7 week + 1 day scan 👍🏼
Viability scan 6 weeks 6 days no heartbeat 
6 week reassurance scan 
7 week scan with heartbeat but measuring a week behind
