What tests did you have in the first 12 weeks?

[Logan]

Hi everyone I was just wondering what you all thought about the necessity of the 12 week scan, I got it done with my first pregnancy, but my GP says its not important unless I have a history of down syndrome in my family which i don't, we want to get it done but can't really afford it. Is there any other reason I should get it done?? I want a VBAC this time around, I am 11 weeks at the moment.

[feeb]

I will get it done again next time just so i can see bubba on the screen!!!

But no if low risk not really necessraily apart from to see baby!

[luna moth]

I've had nothing, just wee tests, no hcg, no other bloods. Having NT scan, Dr wants me to, and by all reports it's a good one to get.

Good luck!

[Miss E]

I didn't have any blood tests etc until I had the one for my 12 week NT scan. They checked a few different things then. I did actually ask about why they didn't do bloods to measure HCG levels early on and my OB said that he doesn't think it's wise because there is nothing you can do about the results. In his opinion it can cause unnecessary worry and if you are going to miscarry, you will regardless of whether or not you have blood tests. But if it your HCG levels just take a little while to get there, the unnecessary stress doesn't help you or the baby.

So I wouldn't worry about tests etc, just enjoy being pregnant!

[Hummingbird]

Thanks Everyone

All of your answers have been really helpful!

I am getting my scan next week, so I am REALLY excited!!