Nipt said boy but couldn’t really see gender on scan?

Cilo26

So I had my anatomy scan at 18 weeks and baby was in an awful position. Curled up, facing down and towards my back. My NIPT came back saying male but they were concerned they couldn’t get a good look at male parts. I come back in 2 weeks but am freaking out because of course they told me the “what if” scenarios. Anyone experience anything like this?

harpseal135

Freaked out about what? Whether your baby has a penis or vagina?  Honey there are way more important things to be "freaked out" about.  Get a grip - you have a baby something thousands of women wish they could gave! 

Cilo26

It could potentially be the sign of chromosomal and genetic abnormalities. It is more than what the sex is. I am worried the baby has more significant chromosomal or genetic complications going on. Pretty sure that’s valid.

harpseal135

You did not say that in our OP - all you said it came back as male.  They couldn't get a good look at male parts.  That is not uncommon during AS.  Those NIPT tests can be wrong for determining sex.  I know someone who was told boy by it but is wad pure girl.  
Yes, there are very rare instances in which a baby can be born both sexes

mozzacat

cilo26, your concerns are valid. harpseal135 is a debbie downer and can be a bit rude in their responses. i think a good idea for you can be to voice your concerns to your doctor because i’m sure your doctor doesn’t want you to stress anymore than necessary, maybe he/she can explain their thought process in why they said what they said and help you understand a bit better. all in all, be patient and wait for that next ultrasound, God willing everything will be fine  

harpseal135

@knottief51a1859161b46ee
Please tell me what was so rude!  She was unclear in her OP.  Yes, it's not uncommon to not be able to see parts in an anatomy scan, hence they repeat it.  If the 1st post made it more clear that they were worried about possible defects that is a complete 180.  And I acknowledged that after her second post.  I'm sorry is truth is being a "Debbie downer."  

mozzacat

it seems like you made her feel like her concern is not valid and you said ‘get a grip’. i consider that rude and debbie downer behavior. we’re all here to support each other and give advice where needed. 

Cilo26

Well my OP did say they told me all the “what if” scenarios. I thought that context clues would allow the reader to know that means all possibilities of what this could mean..

diamonj2024

@harpseal135 I think if someone has nothing nice to say then maybe don’t say anything at all! 🙂 Everyone is entitled to ask questions. Be kind! Please keep this in consideration for your future replies harpseal. Thanks

mhstephanie

Hi Cilo26! I hope that everything comes out fine for you. The doctor's are always going to give the "what if" scenario's, especially when a baby isn't being cooperative for the ultrasounds. I would recommend not worrying too much until you absolutely have to. (Easier said then done for us Mama's!) Did the NIPT results come back good as well? I've never had a bad NIPT test done, they always have been accurate. Stay strong, you got this.