5 week scan post IVF update

[Hazelwood12]

Hi there,

I am currently 5 weeks + 2 days after a successful FET. I had a scan today at my EPU because I have a history of ectopics.

The sonographer could only see a tiny blob on the scan which they have taken as enough to rule out an ectopic but not enough to say whether it's viable. I know this is good news but I just feel so low. I think it was because we were back in the hospital where I had my emergency surgery last year. I think I was expecting to be able to see more. We have another scan booked for 2 weeks. Any stories of encouragement gratefully received!

[Purpledoggy]

5 weeks is sooo early to see anything. That’s great bubs is in the right place. I had a scan at 6+1 and it was a blob with a flickering heart, and many don’t get to see that much at this point. The next 2 weeks will drag but you’ll see more next time xx

[Rainbowretrieval]

good luck, I imagine that with what happened to you that you’ll fret at every juncture x

[Gerbear22]

Hi there.I had a scan at 5+2 as well and all they saw was the sac.Currently 37 weeks pregnant with our rainbow baby.Wishing you all the best with your pregnancy.x

[Acbritto]

That’s the expected to see at this point, I would not worry at all. In two weeks you’ll be able to see the heartbeat 💓

[Twiglet2]

Hi I can totally understand why you felt that way, I’m so sorry for all youve been through! Was it an internal scan they did? Even with an internal scan all we saw at 5+5 was sac and then next week sac and fetal pole and then at 8 weeks is when they could actually see fetus and heartbeat etc properly so it really is very very early to see much. So glad it’s not an ectopic and wishing you luck for your next scan 💜🤗 xx

[StarsAllAround]

I have a history of ectopic too I know how scary it is waiting thinking the worst. 5 weeks is too early so the fact that they saw something is a good sign. It wasn't until I was almost 7 weeks that we saw the sac and heartbeat for my daughter I had convinced myself it was ectopic again but here I am feeding my 7 week old. So hang in there, try and find things to occupy your mind like binge watching something, reading something, trying a new hobby, planning nice treats for yourself and partner. I found jewellery making helped as it was soo fiddly I had to concentrate and couldn't think of anything while doing it, also planning date nights as it gave me something to look forward too. X

[MammaMia86]

the first time I had to go back to the hospital, where I am doing by fertily, after the termination of my pregnancy I started to cry. I think it is normal to have all of those emotions coming back to you.

like others are saying it is very early, when is your next appointment? the most important thing is to see that it continues growing.

[Hazelwood12]

Just an update for everyone. Went back for our 7 week scan and it's twins! Two little heartbeats Massively unexpected because we only had one embryo transferred so it's most probably identical twins. Still in shock!

[Hidden in reply to Hazelwood12]

Congratulations 👏 ! Thats sooo exciting! Xx