I just got done with my appointment, and everything is looking good. I’m very relieved because I finally got to see this baby measuring past what the last one did, so I feel like I’ve *officially* passed that milestone. Now to just wait 3 weeks for the 12 week appointment.
Thanks for all the support today, it means a lot. I'm totally unmotivated today, so if course the day is dragging. Maybe I'll go to the gym at lunch, that will help. Anything but actually working - I'm in holiday mode. 😁
Well, another week of limbo. Apparently I only measured 5 weeks last time. Measuring 6 this time, but still no HB. Given the date I got a positive test, I don't see this ending well. But I'll be around for another week.
@ruby696 did your doctor give you an insight or is following up? I hate you have to stress over this even longer but so thankful you are still here. I truly have no words or advice, just all my creepy bump love your way.
My doctor is stumped. It does help that she's completely acknowledging that something keeps going wrong and that this can't just be bad luck. We decided to wait a week because there was growth and just to be sure, and she is going to consult with some of her colleagues to see if they have any idea. My uterus and the sac looked exactly like they should, but baby is measuring two weeks behind, which just doesn't make sense.
@ruby696 I’m so sorry for another whole week of not knowing. This must be agonizing for you. I’ll keep thinking of you and hoping everything turns out okay.
@mkfolse22 I don't know why. Every time I have been pregnant they say that your first appointment with the midwife can't be until the 10-12 week range. I may just call and see if I can get an u/s scheduled since I never seem to make it past week 9 and I am currently at week 8.
@laceydelovely I called the minute I found out I was pregnant, mentioned my loss and they didn’t give me any resistance at all. I’d call and see if you can do the same.
I am so sorry @ruby696. it sounds so frustrating to have growth but no heartbeat and having to continue waiting. I’ll be thinking of you this week. We’re all here for you.
@ruby696 I’m sorry you’re in limbo another week! I hope the week passes quickly and you get some better news next week! Hopefully you can enjoy some family time for the holiday!
@laceydelovely I would definitely call again and tell them about your previous losses and that they happened before 10wks. Is this a new office? Or is there an US place around you? We did that with our first just to see the HB cause we were moving and I didn’t see anyone until I was like 14wks.
@ruby696 I’m really hoping the growth of the baby is the positive in all of this and you will be able to get answers and less worry soon.
So I wish I could keep the positive train going, but I had my MFM appointment with an NT scan yesterday, plus NIPT results and it didn’t go well. Put in spoiler as it’s a lot to take with morning coffee....
Without getting into the gory details, the combination of the NIPT (Panorama) and NT scan is a fatal diagnosis and while we did CVS to get diagnostic confirmation, it’s almost certain hard decisions are now faced.
Hard to believe another bad egg made it this far again, but here we are. I’ll probably lurk for a bit to see how you all are doing and provide support but generally bow out from updates otherwise. I know these genetic tests and screens can provide a lot of stress, so if anyone wants to PM me to talk my door is always open. I am praying so hard for all of you that your pregnancies are healthy and happy and lots of little Geminis come from this group. We’ve been through so much and deserve it. Happy Thanksgiving to my American compadres.
@mackorori I'm so, so sorry to read this. It is truly unfair that you are having to deal with this. I hope that you have a strong support system nearby. My thoughts are with you.
ETA: At 40, this is one of my biggest fears as well.
@laceydelovely are there any elective ultrasound places near you? I’m currently in getting new insurance hell and I have to wait to see a doctor but I got an elective just to see the little bean and hear the heart beat
@ruby696 I’m so sorry you’re still in limbo. I really hope you get to stay with us
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@mackorori I am so sorry you guys have to make this decision. No parent should have to endure this road. So many prayers sent your way that you won’t feel the weight of this burden for very long. And that you have friends and family to surround you this week.
@mackorori I am so sorry to read this. Please know I am a PM away as I have been in your position as well and just want you to know I'm here if you need someone. I am sending you so much love right now.
@ruby696 I’m so sorry you are in another week of limbo, I hope next week provides you good news.
@mackorori I am so sorry, I’ve never been in that position and My heart breaks you have to be in it. I will pray for peace for you and your family as you have to make these tough decisions.
@mackorori I am so so sorry you got this news! I'll be thinking of you and your family. We got some tough news back in April and had to make that dreaded decision so please know that my inbox is open if you need anything!
My OB appt went well. We heard the heartbeat on the Doppler but she was nice and let me have the ultrasound anyways. They didn't measure the baby which I hate. It is reassuring to me when they do. I got my flu shot, OB blood work and NIPT. And my referral to the MFM.
We have been officially released from our RE after yesterday's u/s and appointment. Baby was doing well yesterday at 9W and the head looked normal, but she suggested we do the NIPT, which we had already decided to do. Three more weeks of worrying and then maybe I can finally start to relax.
Re: PGAL Check-In Week of 11/19
@ruby696 I am so sorry you have another week in limbo. And that you don't see a positive outcome. I'm truly hoping for a miracle for you.
I have my OB appt this morning and am sad that I likely won't get an ultrasound. And am doing my NIPT so am nervous.
@laceydelovely I would definitely call again and tell them about your previous losses and that they happened before 10wks. Is this a new office? Or is there an US place around you? We did that with our first just to see the HB cause we were moving and I didn’t see anyone until I was like 14wks.
So I wish I could keep the positive train going, but I had my MFM appointment with an NT scan yesterday, plus NIPT results and it didn’t go well. Put in spoiler as it’s a lot to take with morning coffee....
Hard to believe another bad egg made it this far again, but here we are. I’ll probably lurk for a bit to see how you all are doing and provide support but generally bow out from updates otherwise. I know these genetic tests and screens can provide a lot of stress, so if anyone wants to PM me to talk my door is always open. I am praying so hard for all of you that your pregnancies are healthy and happy and lots of little Geminis come from this group. We’ve been through so much and deserve it. Happy Thanksgiving to my American compadres.
@mackorori I'm so, so sorry to read this. It is truly unfair that you are having to deal with this. I hope that you have a strong support system nearby. My thoughts are with you.
ETA: At 40, this is one of my biggest fears as well.
@ruby696 I’m so sorry you’re still in limbo. I really hope you get to stay with us
Friends since 2008
Started dating: July 1st, 2013
Engaged: July 1st, 2014
Married: July 1st, 2016
R born: July 8th, 2017
N born: June 30th, 2019
Baby #3 Due: July 7th, 2022
(maybe I only ovulate in October XD)
@mackorori I'm so deeply sorry. My heart is hurting so much for you. So many hugs.
DS: March 2014
DD: May 2015
BFP: 12/24/17 CP: 1/2/18 @ 4w 3d
BFP: 1/26/18 CP: 2/2/18 @ 4w 4d
BFP: 5/16/18 MMC: 6/15/18 @ 7w 5d
BFP: 9/25/18! EDD: 6/9/19 TEAM GREEN
@mackorori I am so unbelievable sorry for what you are going through. I have no words but my heart is broken for you and your family.
@mackorori I am so sorry, I’ve never been in that position and My heart breaks you have to be in it. I will pray for peace for you and your family as you have to make these tough decisions.