Girl sway... early ultrasound...

[Spence215]

I got a bit too keen and posted these pictures of a nub expert site. Only 11w 6d and I don’t think the nub is that clear. But I’ve had all boy guesses, despite my slight girl sway. I think I just need a bit of a reality check that it’s probably too early to tell and could still go either way. Though obviously I’m kinda expecting things could go blue. Thanks and nice to meet everyone (first post)

[atomic sagebrush]

Hi and welcome! Personally I don't think these are great for guessing anyway as the baby is curled up and the nub is not complete in any of them. 50-50 from me!

[Spence215]

Hi Atomic, thanks so much for your reply. It has helped stop my head getting carried away & overthinking! X

[tillytys]

Hello Spence, yes under 12 weeks is still early as things are just starting to move:) I can see where they are getting their guesses from as the bottom pic seems to show boyish stacking but there is alot going on in that area so could be anything!!

Did you get your sway ideas from over here? :)

[Spence215]

Hi tillytys, thanks for your post. I agree, lots going on in the image. I’ve been being a bit obsessive lately and trawling the internet for nub pictures, driving my OH a bit insane! He understands but thinks I’m reading far too much into things (and I probably am!). Yes I got my sway ideas from reading threads on here, didn’t want to be too strict but followed some basic principles. Cut out red meat and skipped breakfast, had one attempt at +ve OPK and OH abstained for almost 2wks. I took prenatals because I had some from my last pregnancy so that may have let me down, also didn’t do heavy exercise but am constantly on my feet at work and I have a 20 month old little boy to run around after. So a light sway but hoping 😊🤞🏼 Xxx

[Spence215]

Oh, I also have access to ultrasound at work (I’m a vet) so I tried scanning myself today. It’s surprisingly tricky to scan yourself laying down & to get good images. Our machines are also fairly old in the grand scheme of things (probably at least 5yr old ex human medicine machines) so image quality is pretty poor in comparison to my 12w scans. Doubt it’ll be much help but doesn’t stop me wanting to scan myself at every opportunity to look for a nub! I should really just stop now! 🙄. Please help me restrain myself until my 20w scan at the end of March! X

[atomic sagebrush]

Yes we've had very poor results with people scanning themselves, even on human machines! It's just really hard to get the right angles. But hey, feel free to post images (although even 12 weeks is earlier than I like to guess) and we'll take a look.

[Spence215]

Hi Atomic,
I had a play with my work’s ultrasound machine today, bear in mind the images aren’t the best quality since our ultrasound machine isn’t as high tech as the ones they use officially these days, but I’ll post what I’ve got, if you can have a look. Feel free to tell me they’re not good enough quality for a reliable guess! Struggled to get the spine to image properly but I think I’ve got some good angles. I’ve taken plenty so will try to upload them all. Thanks you any help you can provide [emoji4] xxx

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[Spence215]

Oh yes and I’m now at 13w 2d x


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[pinkfairydust]

Post on the Facebook group “gender prediction nub theory” the admins or mods there are second to none

[atomic sagebrush]

Oh yes and I’m now at 13w 2d x


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I'll give a tentative pink lean but the images are not crystal clear, and it's a bit early still.

[Spence215]

Thank you, I will keep you updated, my anatomy scan is on 27th March so I’m hoping to know for sure then xx


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[Spence215]

I’m pretty sure it’s a boy. This is a still for a video today at 14w 4d. Trying to come to terms with not having a little girl, hoping that I will get used to welcoming another little boy into the family soon. And having discussions and thoughts about whether baby number 3 will ever be on the cards. Lots to think about. I need a big hug, luckily my husband has been brilliant. Wishing everyone the best of luck with their sways/pregnancies xx https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200224/b23173388d6a16b414388959da02559f.jpg


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[mommymachine]

I’m no expert, it does look boyish but 14 weeks is “no mans land” so I’ve heard.


3 blue 3 pink

Swaying blue in May!

[atomic sagebrush]

I'm not at all sure that's a nub.

[Spence215]

It’s a potty shot (though I know 14 weeks is early for this!) x


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[atomic sagebrush]

Oh ok I can see it now. I do not think you can tell gender on that basis as that seems like it could be a clitoris/labia still. I understand why you think it's a boy, just keep in mind that boys and girls are identical into the 12th week from the side, and longer in potty shot, so I wouldn't paint the nursery on that pic.

[Spence215]

Ok, thanks again Atomic. Maybe there is a glimmer of hope in that case. We’ll see what happens at the end of March. I’m done scanning myself now and will force myself to be more patient! X


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[Spence215]

I can confirm baby is a little boy. DH and I have been having regular discussions about our concerns and disappointments which has really helped. My DH has told me how he’s sad he might miss out on walking a daughter down the aisle and other experiences and I’ve told him of all the things I was imagining doing with a girl. I think letting go of these ideals is part of the process.

I’m trying to see all the positives of having 2 boys. My 22m old is really helping me cope atm- he is turning into such a fun, loving little person, this has been my favourite age so far (he was a very difficult baby for 6-12m, had dairy allergies and reflux, wouldn’t sleep- part of my anxiety is that this is apparently more common in boys so I’m worried next one will be the same, I’m planning to cut dairy from my diet just in case so I don’t worry that’ll impact on him being unsettled). Now I can see that if I have another baby who turns into the sort of little person that my eldest is turning into, I don’t have much to fear. He is gorgeous and I don’t think I could love any being as much as I love him.

We’re struggling for baby names, our eldest is Benjamin Alexander, I quite like Timothy James but DH isn’t that keen on Timothy, we also like Peter and George (with middle names James, William or Matthew) but don’t love them. Anyone got any suggestions for a name of this little brother for our Benjamin? I like the more classic names that suit both a young baby/child and adult, if you see what I mean. Love Sebastian/Theodore but a close friends’ little boys are called these.

Maybe we’ll try for number 3, who knows. What worries me is I have some health concerns, I had obstetric cholestasis last pregnancy and have just been tested for gestational diabetes as baby was measuring large. Plus I have bad varicose veins in my legs this time round, having to wear support stockings in the summer will not be fun!

Thanks for all of your support and advice. Stay safe in these difficult times everyone xxxx


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[Lailanela]

Congrats on your little boy!
Maybe a few things to make you feel better: brothers can be so great and cute together. And a brotherly bond can be so strong and even for a lifetime. I promise, I see it with my two boys. It is really special. And my older son is almost everything you would expect from a girl. He can be so quiet and delicate loves to help me bake, loves to paint and even likes to paint his nails. But he also likes very boyish things. Anything is possible. My younger one is louder but also so sweet and so cuddly and he is so pretty! Girl moms sometimes tell me it's not fair that a boy can be this pretty! You see you never know what happens.
I'm wishing you all the luck in the world with your new addition. With a second baby you are much wiser than with your first. I bet it will be a beautiful experience. And if you someday decide to go for #3 I wish you also good luck with that. 3 kids are also great and you will have a little time for the third baby, because your boys will play together.
Benjamin is a beautiful name. I will just list a few I think would work with it (But I'm sure you will find a great name)
Jonathan
William
Andrew
Philipp
Jacob
Christian
Daniel
Elias/Elijah
Gregory
Leonard
Marcus
Matthew
I also like Timothy.
Good luck on your journey.

[Spence215]

Thanks Lailanela for such a touching reply. I am really starting to feel much better about things, even getting a little excited when I think about experiences with my boys like you have described. Little steps but replies like this go a long way.

Thanks also for for the name suggestions, funny you suggested Leonard, I suggested this yesterday and quite like Leo as a nn but I think too much Big Bang Theory viewing has made us associate the name with the character in that [emoji4] Might come round to it though, it is a nice name and would suit a little one or an adult.

I’ll update again when baby arrives and we’ve chosen a name xx


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[atomic sagebrush]

I have often said that boys should come in pairs like shoes! Huge congrats on your new addition!

As one of the few people on here who have raised boys to adulthood I can attest that you shouldn't judge boys on the basis of ages 9-18 months and really, anything up to 36 months to be honest. It's a tough go, and it is hard even for those of us who aren't girly girls to get super excited over Thomas the Tank Engine. Not all boys are rambunctious, though, and my second boy was a dream after my first one (who has grown into a wonderful guy!! He was SUCH a hard baby though OMGosh)

I promise by the time you get a couple more years under your belts boys become a lot less work and a lot more joy. These early days are the hardest days. :heart:

[Bobster]

Two boys is truly a magical thing. Especially if they are closer in age. Mine are like chalk and cheese but they are really the bestest of friends. I could watch the together all day long. Such a special bond and I really hope it stays into adulthood. I also like the idea that they may look out for each other at school as they get older.

I was so disappointed when I found out my second was a boy... heartbroken... but he is such a character and is so so special. Your little boy will be the same I’m sure :)

You also never know what the future has in stall.. we were done at 2 but hubby came round to the idea of 3... planned to start swaying in October and had an accident which turned out to be a DD!