Scary-ish news today

KtGirl88

So I had an ultrasound today and I thought everything was looking good until she said "Im going to have you see the doctor and then we are going to bring you back in to get a better picture" When the doctor sat me down and said they saw something I asked her just three questions... "Will my baby make it to full term, will she die at a young age or will she be sick her whole life" when she answered no to all of those I relaxed a little.  She told me they saw a "bright spot" on the babys heart which later I was told was "echogenic cardiac foci" I guess they use that as one of the early signs of down syndrome (along with enlarged kidneys and the small or missing nasal bone). At first she said "chromosome abnormality" which made me think something horrible but I was somewhat relieved to here her say "the only risk would be downs syndrome" Anyways... after explaining everything they brought me back into the ultrasound room and measure the nasal bone and looked at her kidneys. They both looked great! She said with my age and those two things progressing normally that we most likely do not need to worry about the little "bright spot" on her heart. They drew my blood for a quad screen just to make sure. Either way I will love this baby with all my heart. I know downs syndrome would make things a little more difficult but they are such sweet children and can have an amazing, normal life when raised right. I know she will be perfect either way but it was still a little added stress to my day.

On a more fun note... My siggy is the pictures from today 

bach17

I hope it all works out.  I will be thinking nothing but good thoughts for you!

BoogieMonster629

I hope everything works out ok, I will keep you in my thoughts, she is going to have a great mommy!

pixiegirl131415

Wow, I'm sorry they scared you! Why wouldn't they check the kidneys and nasal bone first, so you didn't have to get so worried? Hopefully baby is happy & healthy, but Downs is definately not the end of the world. My DH worked for several years with special needs kids in the school district, and they really are the most open and loving people in the world.

Mrs.Leah.Maria

Oh jeez. I'm sorry. That had to be so scary how they initially handled it. Great questions though BTW. I'm glad the rest of the scan went well!

saccidananda108

That must have been frightening to go through, but you have a great attitude about it and it seems that no matter what at this point everything will be okay for you!  

aozmomma

It sounds like you are handling things extremely well. This child will be lucky to have a momma like you be it normal or otherwise. Its good that the professionals sound optimistic. I truly hope everything works out for your family. Sorry about the stressful day, sounds very stressful indeed.

COMomma81

Wow that had to be so terrifying, especially how they first broke it to you. You have an awesome attitude, and I'm sure everything will be fine. Even if your little one does turn out to have Downs, she'll of course be a much-loved blessing. My husband has had the pleasure of working with many DS kids, as well as others with special needs and they are truly amazing, loving, joyful, wonderful blessings. I will be praying your little girl is healthy and that everything comes back negative on your screen.

KtGirl88

pixiegirl131415:

Wow, I'm sorry they scared you! Why wouldn't they check the kidneys and nasal bone first, so you didn't have to get so worried? Hopefully baby is happy & healthy, but Downs is definately not the end of the world. My DH worked for several years with special needs kids in the school district, and they really are the most open and loving people in the world.

I thought the same thing but because she saw the heart first (almost by accident) she had to let the doctor know to see if she should proceed and check the other areas. She wanted the doctor to talk to me first because she knows I would have noticed her doing the extra measurements and really focusing on those areas (I know they are associated with downs) Its still a little nerve racking but im glad the other two areas looked good. )

PrincessDi80

How scary. It sounds like you handled it very well.

pinkforme

Wow. I'm glad to hear that the other areas are in the normal range.  I can't imagine how scary that would be.  I love your outlook.  Your love for your baby poured out of this post.  You're going to be a great mom!

LilyGracesMommy

Hope everything works out! T&Ps your way<3

MamaC2b2011

T&P for you Katie. I'm sure everything will work out for the best.

mbritto4

I'm sure your heart just dropped when they stopped the scan like that. T&P

AsOctoberFalls

I think the way the doctor approached it would have made me especially nervous.  I hope your LO is fine, but you're right - Down's children can live great lives and are some of the happiest kids around.    You and your DD are in my T&P!

scooby727

Def sounds scary-but it seems to me you handled it beautifully.

Shelleybell

T&P for you and your little girl.  Your attitude is wonderful and your little girl is very lucky to have you.

ShannonMacHappy

Thinking good thoughts for you! You seem to be really positive about it, which is great

Mira06

Wow, that must have been so scary when they abruptly stopped the scan.  I will keep you and your little one in my thoughts.  You seem to have a really good attitude about this. 

damabo80

glad to hear that there was a happy outcome!

theluckiestduo

Thinking of you- you are sure to be one great momma!

skylooo

I had the same thing happen at my anatomy scan with DD.  Turned out to be nothing and the spot disappeared a few weeks later when we went to the specialist.  Sounds very similar to my story.  Good Luck!