Update from me - but hopefully more info soon

[weeziewoozles]

Hi ladies. We had our 20 week scan today and it was a bit mixed. The sonographer said the baby's head was small, about the 9th percentile, so there's a possibility something is wrong, or she said the baby just has a very small head as all the other measurements she took were good. She also seemed to think it's a girl but wasn't being conclusive, which was highly frustrating but I'm too worried about the head thing to think about that. I feel tense. We may have our girl, which would be awesome, but we may not. And we may have problems to come with brain development or something horrid, but we may not. We have to go for another scan on the 9th of May but we might not get any more info then as they might just say to have another scan. I don't know. They took bloods to check for various viruses that are known to affect growth and I'll get the results in a week or two. So tough not knowing what's happening! Anyone else here had a small fetal head measurement?

[Shannshaff]

Oh weezie! (((HUGS))) That is so troubling. I am so sorry you got disturbing news. Praying that nothing is wrong and that all the measurements on the 9th are perfect! You will be in my prayers for sure!
I have never had small fetal head measurements, so I am no help there. I hope someone has answers for you!!!

[Babygirlquest]

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[fiveboys]

Hugs hun xx

[MrsE]

I've done a bit of Google research (so obviously reliable!!!) because at my 21 week scan little 'un had a head circumference on the 5th percentile. The sonographer pointed out to us that it was on the small side but said as long as all of the measurements are on the scale they're not too worried. From what I've read it appears that hospitals in the UK fall into 2 camps - one like yours that orders another scan and those like mine that don't worry about any measurements provided they are on the scale and you continue to grow roughly as expected. Of all of the forums I've read I've only come across one story where it was indicative of a problem and even then there were other markers at the scan. Fingers crossed (for us both!) that there's no problem and that your hospital are just being extra careful x


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[XXforhubby]

Oh Weezie, my heart goes out to you! I'm hoping and praying that all is well with your sweet baby! I'll be checking back for updates!

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[atomic sagebrush]

Oh no Weezie, I'm sorry to hear that. I do have a good news story for you though. One of the old IG girls (and everyone would recognize her name but for some reason I can't think of it right now :sigh:) had a surprise baby, just out of the blue without telling anyone. It turned out that the baby had some sort of growth issue very much like what you're describing and the doctors had no explanation, told her to expect the worst for the entire pregnancy which was why it was all so hush-hush. But then the baby was born small (barely 4 lbs) even though full term, but in every way perfectly normal.

One of my babies was also very small headed - 13th percentile at birth, all other readings normal and he's normal too, although he is my smallest child both at birth and still to this day - his younger brother is the same height as him despite being 2 years younger!

[weeziewoozles]

Thanks everyone. I'm not feeling too bad as I know the most likely explanation is just a smaller baby. I've also heard that measuring the head while baby is breech, which it was, is tricky and less reliable than other positions. So I'm hopeful that my next scan with the consultant will be positive and clarify things. X

[ThinkingofPink]

I would try not to worry too much (I know, way easier said than done). At my 20 week scan my ultrasound tech was doing measurements and talked about him having a tiny head (she gave a percentile but I can't remember it) but didn't say it was any cause for concern. Everything else measured normal except his arms and legs were on the longer side lol. He was born with no complications and just has a small head (it doesn't look too small or anything). He's very healthy! Just try to focus on the fact that you might have a sweet little girl in there!!

[Kittybear]

Hello lovely weezie. I know we have already discussed this, and I am glad you are having some follow up to investigate what is happening, but I wanted to reiterate that we are all unique - we are not all 'average' along the standard distribution curve; some perfectly normal people are right up there at the top (and they are not giants) and some perfectly petite people are down at the bottom (without having any related genetic anomaly). It's just how they are. And just because 'part' of us is average doesn't mean 'all' of us is also the same...

Take me, I am a slightly above average height (at 5'6'') (probably at the moment ;) slightly above) average weight female BUT I have a BIG head (and not in the 'I am great' meaning ;) ); I take after my dad, who took after his mum, and both my boys also have big heads.

Then there is my DH who is 6ft and a fine stature of a man (if I do say so myself) and yet we joke that my head is bigger than his... (he takes after his mum as both his dad and younger brother are 'big heads').

Neither of us look out of proportion or have any 'issues' (well, bar the usual parental craziness! ;) ) we are just a big head who fell in love with a small head :heart:

Please try not to panic yet. I know you cannot allow yourself to get carried away yet, but I am so (cautiously) optimistic that this is your girl who you have waited so long for, and she will be perfect.

Sending love and hugs xxx

[emshe]

Wishing you all the very best with the next scan Weezie, I am sure everything is all well with your precious bub

[weeziewoozles]

Thanks ladies. Both DH and I have big heads but as you say, we're all different. DS2 and 3 are both small for their age while DS1 is tall like his parents. What will be will be. As the shock of having a questionable scan fades I feel more optimistic, more like my normal self. Thank you as always for this fab safe supportive place. I'll be back on here on the 9th x

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[atomic sagebrush]

:heart: beautiful baby!!!

[weeziewoozles]

Having adjusted the dates and re-measured the head, we're now at the 20th centile and the consultant said it's a girl! I asked if she was sure, i.e. could I tell the boys for definite, and she said they can never be 100% sure but yes she thinks so. Getting exciting now!!!

[ever hopeful]

Huge congrats that's brilliant news - so delighted for you and to have you little girl at last! I'm sure it's nothing at all to worry about, and 20th percentile is fine, just small baby, but if you are still concerned I'd go the Faetal Medical Centre in Harley Street and have a private scan done by Prof Nicolides - he really is the best in the UK and one of the best in the world and that way you can have total piece of mind and really enjoy your pregnancy. xx

[Shannshaff]

Wonderful news and so happy for you and your little girl!!!

[XXforhubby]

That is so wonderful to hear Weezie! I'm SO overjoyed for you and your family! Yay [emoji4][emoji175]!!


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[I Love Ladybugs]

I totally missed your first post WW, but am so glad to read of the positive update!!!!!! I am sure your mum is looking down from Heaven watching over you and her both <3

[weeziewoozles]

Huge congrats that's brilliant news - so delighted for you and to have you little girl at last! I'm sure it's nothing at all to worry about, and 20th percentile is fine, just small baby, but if you are still concerned I'd go the Faetal Medical Centre in Harley Street and have a private scan done by Prof Nicolides - he really is the best in the UK and one of the best in the world and that way you can have total piece of mind and really enjoy your pregnancy. xx

Thanks for the recommendation. I'm happy now though, I'm not really a worrier :-)

[atomic sagebrush]

OH Weezie I am SO SO thankful to read this!! I've been praying in my obnoxious American way that everything was ok!!

Huge congrats!! So over the moon for you!!

[weeziewoozles]

OH Weezie I am SO SO thankful to read this!! I've been praying in my obnoxious American way that everything was ok!!

Huge congrats!! So over the moon for you!!

Thank you Atomic. I'm sure it was all down to your wonderful advice x

[Babygirlquest]

Congrats on a girl!!!!!

[1282]

HUGE congratulations Weezie, I am so so thrilled for you, amazing news [emoji4]


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[Kittybear]

Honey, you know how happy I am for you, this is fabulous! Massive congratulations :heart: xxx

[rubyroo83]

I am so happy for you! A little girl at last !

[weeziewoozles]

Quick update from me. Our baby girl was born today, happily at home in the birth pool, weighing 7lb15. We’re over the moon 37773

[XXforhubby]

Awe! She’s precious! Hugest congrats! I’m SO very happy for you and your family!


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[LacePrincess]

Congratulations weezie!

[nicoler]

Weezie!! I was just wondering about you the other day. Huge congratulations, she's absolutely beautiful :HH:

[DesiG]

Congratulations

[atomic sagebrush]

Oh how scrumptious she is!! And no need to reply to my message now that I reread this thread I recalled what I had asked you about. :) So very happy for you!!! Enjoy every moment!!!

[weeziewoozles]

Oh how scrumptious she is!! And no need to reply to my message now that I reread this thread I recalled what I had asked you about. :) So very happy for you!!! Enjoy every moment!!!


Thank you! Fortunately when I told the sonographer that their dates were wrong by eight days she adjusted my due date and all of the measurements suddenly looked fine!! She was born a few days late at 7lb15, so not small at all! Just so happy she’s here and so grateful for your help xxx

[weeziewoozles]

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[emshe]

Weezie! Just lovely, what a beautiful girl. Congratulations to you and your family, enjoy her

[atomic sagebrush]

Sheer perfection! :)

[Girlswaylondon]

Beautiful!! Huge congrats to you WW!

Just wondering do you have a sway I could read? :)

[weeziewoozles]

Beautiful!! Huge congrats to you WW!

Just wondering do you have a sway I could read? :)

Good question! I can’t remember if I’ve filled out the sway forms. I’ll look

[weeziewoozles]

Weezie!! I was just wondering about you the other day. Huge congratulations, she's absolutely beautiful :HH:

Thank you honey! How are you doing?! X

[Shannshaff]

Congrats! She is perfect!!!

[Babygirlquest]

She is an absolute beauty!

[thirdtimeclucky]

Congratulations! She's beautiful! :awe:

[weeziewoozles]

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I just wanted to thank Atomic and you other ladies again for all your support as our little Penelope wouldn’t exist without you!

[JoJo1984]

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I just wanted to thank Atomic and you other ladies again for all your support as our little Penelope wouldn’t exist without you!

She’s so lovely!!! Congratulations!!

What was your sway if you don’t mind me asking?


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[weeziewoozles]

Thank you! My sway should be on here in the usual place, but in summary I did the LE diet (with alcohol and coffee) plus 60 min cardio daily for six months I think, then one attempt

[atomic sagebrush]

AAA thank you so much for posting Weezie! What gorgeous gals you are! (and I love your matching outfits LOL!!)

So happy for you!!!

[weeziewoozles]

AAA thank you so much for posting Weezie! What gorgeous gals you are! (and I love your matching outfits LOL!!)

So happy for you!!!

Thank you!!! I was bridesmaid at my sister’s wedding and managed to find a little dress on sale months ago that had the same turquoise in! She’s mostly wearing third-hand clothes though as my bestie from school had two girls :)

[I Love Ladybugs]

She is divine!!! And it brings me such joy to know that you finally had your lovely daughter after such a journey!!!!

[weeziewoozles]

She is divine!!! And it brings me such joy to know that you finally had your lovely daughter after such a journey!!!!

Thank you. That’s a lovely thing to say x

[I Love Ladybugs]

I should have added one more thing...you can see the joy in your smile!!

It brings me joy to see the girls that I ttc'd with or alongside back in 2013 have their dreams come true!!!!

[weeziewoozles]

I should have added one more thing...you can see the joy in your smile!!

It brings me joy to see the girls that I ttc'd with or alongside back in 2013 have their dreams come true!!!!

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The boys are super happy too (I’ve chopped DH off as he’d not want me to share his face here there and everywhere)

[I Love Ladybugs]

Your boys are so cute!! My sons even now still adore their sister, but my son that I had hoped would be my girl just loves her the most!!! We are so blessed!!!

[atomic sagebrush]

What a beautiful family Weezie!

[weeziewoozles]

What a beautiful family Weezie!

Awww shucks - thanks x