Nuchal Fold Scans...
Sorry to ask such a personal question, but I don't know who to approach about this. I hope you don't mind me asking.
DH and I are confused about whether to get this scan or not. I'm 30. Is this something you are supposed to do or not, as the hospital have been very vague about it? All they have said is we need to decide by next week??? Has anyone else made a decision?
Thanks xxxxxxxx
DH and I are confused about whether to get this scan or not. I'm 30. Is this something you are supposed to do or not, as the hospital have been very vague about it? All they have said is we need to decide by next week??? Has anyone else made a decision?
Thanks xxxxxxxx
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HTH a bit!!;\)
Zo xx
Firstly congratulations - how many weeks are you now?? I' m really pleased for you!
I remember getting myself worked up about all this stuff but when the time came it was a bit of a non issue as far as the midwife was concerned. I am the same age as you and i think its only after 35 that age is a reasonable consideration. I think they checked the back of the neck automatically at the 12 week scan as i am pretty sure they can see there and then if there is a likihood of a problem or need for further tests - i know my scan report mentions nuchal skin. Also, i was going to say no to the blood tests but the midwife kind of talked me out of it and said information was a good thing as as least you would have time to prepare for a special need child if that's what the result showed and i did see her point. Hope this helps a bit.
Good luck with everything x
In my area this scan isn't offered from the nhs, we did however have the 16 week blood tests. Thankfully they came back ok. It took alot of conversations for us to decide to have these tests because you need to also think of the next step after the tests!!
Hope all goes well for you good luck!
Lydia xx
I just wanted to be better informed and couldn't wait until 16 weeks for normal blood tests.
I agree with Claire - do what you think is right. Not everyone wants to know and some do so they either have choices or can prepare better.
Good Luck whatever you decide xxxxxxxxxxx
After many discussions, we have decided to go ahead with the test as it will help us to seek further information should we need to.
Wishing you all the best xxxxxxxxxx
Sending lots of love xxxxxxxx
Best of wishes whatever you decide.
31+2
All the best for you and your family. Not long now til you get to meet your new arrival. How exciting!
Sending lots of love Em xxxxxxxxxxx