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  • Understanding an Inconclusive Ultrasound

    It's easy to "fear the worst" following an inconclusive ultrasound result. If you're in this situation we hope this article will encourage and help you understand what an 'inconclusive" ultrasound means.

  • Is This Shadow a Missed Twin?

    QUESTION

    Dear Ms Ultrasound,

  • When Can We See the Fetus?

    QUESTION

    Dear Ms Ultrasound,

  • Ultrasound Shows Echogenic Foci in the Heart

    QUESTION

    Dear Ms Ultrasound,

  • Understanding Ultrasound, LMP and Ovulation

    QUESTION

    Good afternoon!

    I'm trying to understand the discrepancy between gestational age as determined by ultrasound, LMP and the timing of ovulation.

  • Could It Be Twins?

    QUESTION

    Hi Midwife,
    I am currently 17 weeks pregnant with my third baby and everyone keeps telling me that I look like I'm having twins cause of the size of my belly.

  • When Did I Concieve

    QUESTION

    Hello,
    The first day of my LMP was June 17, 2009. I had sexual intercourse on the June 25th, July 1st and July 8th with an ex-partner. I then missed my period on what would have been July 15th. I had intercourse July 18th.

    My ultrasound on the September 15 said I was 13 weeks pregnant. I didn't have sex at all before my last period and that means I would have got pregnant on my period but I hadn't had sex till after it. Do you know when I possibly conceived?

    Thanks.

  • Is This a Blighted Ovum?

    QUESTION

    Dear Jane,

    I am currently 7 weeks, 3 days pregnant. My HCG levels have been doubling every 40 hours. The levels were 172, 1494, 10,301.

    I underwent IUI and became pregnant during my first cycle.

    At my 5 week and 7 week ultrasounds, there was only a gestational sac visible, measuring 5 mm and 6.6 mm, respectively. My doctor said does not look good and will probably miscarry. I should also mention I have a tilted uterus. I am not really having any cramping or bleeding.

    So my questions are:

  • Can You Date Conception From Ultrasound Data?

    QUESTION

    Hi Ms. Ultrasound,

    I hope you can help me with my question as it would really ease my concern.

    I am 31 weeks pregnant; the first day of my last menstrual period date was 26 July 26, 2009 and my usual length of menstrual cycle ranges between 28 to 30 days.

    I had unprotected sex on August 6th (Day 12) and August 17th (Day 23). I really need to know whether the baby was conceived on the 6th, or the 17th.

    Here are the information of my early fetal ultrasounds:

  • Sandy's Surprise -- It's a ...!

    We found out it's a ... surprise! It was so confusing! When we first got there, the technician showed us three lines, definitely a labia shot! Well then, at the end, she showed us something between the legs and said, "Wait a minute..."

  • Is Debris in the Amniotic Fluid Dangerous?

    QUESTION

    Dear Ms Ultrasound,
    I'm 36-weeks pregnant and had an ultrasound done yesterday. The report said there was a small amount of debris in the fluid. Can this debris harm the baby?

    My mom said the baby could swallow it and choke? Is she over reacting, or do I need to be concerned?

  • Baby Baltz makes his first appearance...sorta

    A generous friend helped us get an ultrasound at about 4 weeks...our first view of the baby! Sort of, anyway...if you squint and turn your heard, the baby is the slightly lighter colored blob inside the bigger blob :P

  • Sandy's Surprise -- The Long Awaited Ultrasound!

    I'm back! It went great! The baby is measuring exactly one week behind, so either I ovulated late, or I told them the wrong date of my menstrual period. Who can remember? It's not like I thought I had any reason to keep track!

  • What Effect Will a Partial Uterine Septum Have?

    QUESTION

    Dear Ms Ultrasound,
    I just had my 7½ week ultrasound today. I was told I have a uterine septum, I think she said a partial one. I don't think the baby has implanted on the septum.

    Will the partial septum cause any problems with the rest of the pregnancy or delivery? I have had a blighted ovum and missed abortion in the past.

    Thank you in advance for any information you are able to give to me.

  • Do Three Sacs Mean I'll Have Triplets?

    QUESTION

    I am almost 32 years old. My first pregnancy ended with a D&C on due to a blighted ovum.

    I conceived approximately 2-3 weeks later. My first set of levels revealed high progesterone and an HcG of 46. I had the HCG re-taken five days later and it rose to 851.

    Since I'd had a previous miscarriage and was not having a regular menstrual period prior to conceiving, my OB/GYN brought me in for an early sonogram. It which showed 3 gestational sacs measuring 5 weeks.

  • What Causes Fluid In The Fetus's Kidneys?

    QUESTION

    Dear Ms Ultrasound,
    Our doctor requested that we get a 33-week ultrasound because our 24-week ultrasound showed abnormal amounts of fluid in the babies kidneys. What is this, what causes it, and how is it treated?

    Thank you for your time.

  • What Window Does My Due Date Have?

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,

  • Subchorionic Hematoma

    QUESTION

    Dear Midwife,
    I have been experiencing vaginal bleeding throughout my pregnancy. I had a particularly bad incident at about 10 weeks while I was at work. I began gushing blood and by the time I made it to the ER I had soaked through 3 pads. The baby’s heart was beating so the ER doctor said to monitor the bleeding and follow up with my OB.

  • Sandy's Surprise -- Amazing Baby Boy

    I am just amazed by this little boy already! He is this whole little person with his own idiosyncrasies. He did some funny things (legs by his head, thumbs up, punching at the transducer) and we were all laughing.