So this morning my regular OB's office calls me (the whole nuchal translucency thing was done by the high-risk pregnancy office) and asks me if I've scheduled my early anatomy scan with the high risk people yet.
HUH?
The office girl (you don't think it was a nurse or a doctor who called me, do you?) says that because of the high measurement, I need to have the twenty week ultrasound done at 16 weeks, and it should be done by the specialists. I mention my normal blood tests and the fact that the genetic counselor didn't mention this.
Office girl doesn't have my blood tests, but she says that the OB I saw last month (whom I disliked) says I need it. Because of the nuchal measurement.
Now then, part of me says - hey, it's another ultrasound! If NewBaby is cooperative, I could find out the sex early. But the other part of me says, if this is necessary, why didn't the genetic counselor mention it when she mentioned the blood test I need at 16 weeks and the fetal echocardiagram I need at 20? (BTW, I am using the term "need" loosely)
I cannot express how deeply I want to go back to my doctor in Kansas City, who had a sense of humor and never freaked out. Or possibly I should try to find a mid-wife, thanks to comments on my previous post.
Any thoughts? Suggestions? Ways to soothe my nerves that don't involve beer or Brie?
11 comments:
nothing wrong with looking for a new doc now. honestly, i also think it is best to just keep calm and realize this is all things to make sure and help you and the doc feel that everything is progressing well. i know that is so hard to keep in mind. such a roller coaster. hang in there.
I would switch if you're unhappy. I switched at about 16 weeks. I really liked my OB but he only sees people in NJ 1x a mos (he delivers in Columbia). I am sure there are people in the playgroup who could recommend a good OB.
As the daughter of an OB/GYN I can tell you that not all doctors are created equal. I say look for another doctor. You want to have total confidence in the office, staff and physician. And you definitely want a doctor who can guide you in the event an issue develops. You may be low risk, but could still have complications.
If you aren't happy with your OB, I would definitely start looking for someone new. Better to switch now than when you are 39 weeks pregnant and minutes from poppin'! Also, I would TOTALLY go for that early specialist US so that you could see the sex. But thats just me. ;)
That would flip me out. I am sorry that this whole doctor thing has been a nightmare. This is supposed to be a great time. Okay, not great, but you get what I mean.
Second opinions are always a good thing.
sorry to hear this has been such an emotional roller coaster. nothing new to add to the comments, just wanted to lend my support to you!
Find a midwife QUICKLY.
Oh, just read the comments and realize that you need an OB. Hmmm...switch doctors completely maybe? Not just the doctor but the leave the entire practice.
::sigh::
I know...I'm sooo not helpful. Sorry, babe. Let us know what you decide.
Oh, just read the comments and realize that you need an OB. Hmmm...switch doctors completely maybe? Not just the doctor but the leave the entire practice.
::sigh::
I know...I'm sooo not helpful. Sorry, babe. Let us know what you decide.
As the daughter of an OB/GYN I can tell you that not all doctors are created equal. I say look for another doctor. You want to have total confidence in the office, staff and physician. And you definitely want a doctor who can guide you in the event an issue develops. You may be low risk, but could still have complications.
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