Pregnancy Over 40, 8 week Ultrasound
With all my fertility and miscarriage issues, I had a number of ultrasounds starting even before 8 weeks.My site: www.getpregnantover40.com for more on pregnancy over 40
I'll have to admit, I was very nervous every time they wanted to see what was going on in there. I had nightmares of finding some major abnormality.This article tells what to expect if you receive and ultrasound at this time:
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Going for a scan at this early stage of pregnancy and seeing for the first time the small, tadpole-like creature who is growing inside you is a memorable event. At the time of the 8 week ultrasound the fetus is about the size of a kidney bean and your uterus will have already grown from its original size - about the size of a lemon - to something that your doctor can now feel, more like a grapefruit in size.
Around 8 weeks your breasts may start to feel tender and engorged and you may become aware that your waistline is feeling thicker. It's unlikely anyone will notice you are pregnant just yet. Many parents-to-be tend to be a little reticent about telling the world until the 3 month mark is past and the main risk of losing the pregnancy is over. Make sure you get plenty of rest and good nutrition and teach yourself relaxation techniques.
from:
www.pregnancy-information-guide.com
