So we went in for the ultrasound today and got some news we weren’t expecting. The baby/sac measured 15 weeks 1 day. I am suppose to be 17 weeks, 5 days. So that’s almost 3 weeks smaller than it should be.
The doctor said she was very concerned and is sending me to UAB for a more invasive ultrasound. They will be calling in the next few days with that appointment.
I asked and she said that this is happens in women in a 3rd trimester, not in the 2nd. She said it could be an infection or something wrong the baby, etc. She had them do a blood panel called a TORCH.
She did say that the baby, heartbeat and placenta all looked good.
I had an ultrasound around my 10th week and everything measured on target then. So we aren’t sure what is going on.
If you could all just pray for my baby I’d appreciate it. I’ll update you as soon as I know more. I’m holding on to the fact that the baby’s heartbeat was really strong.
Angie Simmonds says
Sending happy thoughts and lots of prayers your way. I don’t know you at all, but that doesn’t matter- we’re sisters in Christ! God bless you sweetie!
traci says
I work in the newborn nursery/NICU and we see babies all of the time that measure “small for gestational age” and they turn out 7 or 8 pounds. Remember that ultrasound is just a picture and we always say the weights they give could be + or – one or two pounds. Don’t worry.
Karen Sch says
Adding you to the church prayer line. I hope everything is alright. Will be thinking about your family.
Glenda says
Praying for you and your little one. I know you are worried.
Glenda
db says
My third pregnancy felt crazy – every time I went to the DR there was something new wrong with me….but that child was born perfectly healthy, and she is healthy as a horse 14 years later..so keep confident. Keep calm and focused. prayers
Dana says
Boy, you sure have had your share of medical issues lately so I think things will swing your way soon :) Sending thoughts and prayers to help push things in the positive direction!
veronica says
With my first son I knew I was at 15 when they thought 17. They gave me a sugar test which tested positive.They told me my baby was too small and posibility of down syndrome.They told me on Friday at 5pm so I freaked out for the whole weekend calling all my fam & dd fam to see if any fam disease.
Bottom line they messed up and I was right.It was too soon to do sugar test.
Don’t worry and leave it up to a higher power.You will be fine will your new baby “girl”. Just guessing.LOL
Angela says
I will continue to pray for you and the baby. I am sure everything will be fine. . . sometimes all this technology can make things worse.
Sending you strength and support!
LISETTE says
HOPE EVERYTHING GOES WELL FOR YOU BOTH.TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND TRY TO BE CALM IT MAY BE NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT! I REMEMBER WITH MY SECOND DAUGHTER THEY SCARED ME TO DEATH, TELLING ME MY DAUGHTER PROBABLY HAD BRAIN DAMAGE, BEST CASE SCENARIO WOULD BE DOWN SYNDROME! I GOT SO DEPRESSED ,THEY EVEN OFFER TO TERMINATE ,CAN YOU BELEIVE THAT! I WAS VERY WORRIED SINCE MY FISRT HAS MILD AUTISM I COULDNT BELEIVE IT!, IREMEMBER THINKING MY FAMILY’S FUTURE WAS OVER.I DECIDED I DIDNT WANT ANY MORE TESTS AND THAT I WOULD LOVE THIS BABY NOT MATTER HOW IT WOULD TURN OUT.NOW SHE IS A VERY HEALTHY , VIBRANT AND A LIL HYPERACTIVE LIL GIRL SOON TO TURN 2 ON DEC. I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU BOTH.
JenB says
I hope everything is well! <3
Tara says
Saying prayers for you and your little one!
Barbie says
You and your baby are in our thoughts and prayers as well.
Toni says
I’m am so sorry you are going through all this. I’ll be praying things look perfect at your next testing!
Susan @ Sassafrassery says
Prayer for nothing but the best for you and your baby!
Amber says
Praying for you and the baby today…I’m sure all will be fine…with my first, he measured fine with my first ultrasound, and the 2nd as well..but when he was born he weighed only 4 lbs….no one had any clue why..but he was completely healthy otherwise and is still going strong :) Hang in there, this baby just wants to show you that he/she is going to be a superstar for attention ;)
RK says
Best wishes for everything to be OK. Size doesn’t always tell you what’s going on!
Jane says
Michele – My prayers are with you for a positive outcome!
Jettred says
Sending prayers your way. Hope you get your test scheduled quickly, it is the waiting and not knowing that works on your mind. Just stay positive!!
Ellen O says
Sending lots of really good thoughts in your direction! *hugs*
Tabitha (A Penny Saved) says
Praying for you! Our ultrasound did not show everything it should have two weeks ago. That is why we are going back this week. {{HUGS}} to you and prayers for peace and a healthy baby.
sara says
The fact that the heartbeat was strong and normal is a great sign and inspiration to stay positive. It’s scary stuff, though (I know from experience) and we are all sending good thoughts your way!!!
Karen says
You and the baby will be in my prayers!
Kristy says
I am so sorry and I hope everything turns out okay. I’ll be praying for you!!
Nikki says
Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way!
Patricia L. says
Ultrasound is a not an exact science. As some posted, they can be off two weeks either way and my ob told me they can be off a pound either way and that is exactly what happened with my daughter, she was a pound lighter than what they estimated. But it was hell going through all the extra ultrasounds and worry. Hang in there!
Jennifer Sutton- Discovery Toys says
Sending prayers- our God is an AWESOME God & hears each of these prayers for you & the baby! I had many problems with all 3 of my pregnancies, the Dr’s were right & wrong about some things. I have found that you will know when everything is OK or not so if you feel something is not right- MAKE them check it out.
God Bless!
Ashley H. says
Kristin….Saying prayers for your family, the health of your baby, and your strength to endure the stress this brings. Just remember God is in control, and may that bring you peace!
Jean says
I am praying for perfect health for your baby (girl-smile). I am also praying that you do not fear or worry. God is in control. He loves you and your little baby. The blessing of the Lord is there.
Jean
theresa says
i have three healthy children and if i had a nickel for every time a doctor “was alarmed,” i would not be couponing – that said, i am praying that the Lord Jesus Christ would meet your every need and protect the baby to come!
Denise-Scrapmouse says
Kristin, sending lots of positive thoughts and prayers your way for you and your baby. I really hope everything will be okay. Take care.
Sherry says
I am so sorry to read this post. You and your family are in our prayers.
Lea says
Many prayers coming to your entire family!! And I know that we don’t know each other, but hugs for you and that precious baby as well!!
Christina Scalzo says
I will be praying for you! May God be with you all!
Beth says
Praying for your baby!
Amy says
Praying…..
Kellie says
Sending prayers your way. This must be so hard for you.
Gina says
Already prayed for you and the baby and will continue to do so. They said my son was 2 weeks overdue and when he was born no signs of that. He was just on time. Anyway point being I don’t think the ultrasound are completely accurate either,but so thankful we have them. May the Lord give you peace.
Amanda S. says
Praying for you guys! Remember God can do miracles! My son was never supposed to live when he was born, and if he did the doctors told me he would have trouble breathing all his life and be on machines. By the grace of our Lord, my son is 18 months old and a normal little boy. I saw every one of those ultrasounds and heard all the problems the doctors told me he would have, but THAT was not in God’s plan. Just keep your faith in Him, and know that whatever happens, he has never forgotten about you or your baby. It is all in His plan.
Andy says
I’m sorry to hear they gave you scary news, but I’m sure everything is/will be fine. Doctors make mistakes a lot of times and scare people for no reasons. Stop worrying and don’t overwork yourself, that’s the best you can do for your baby right now. ;)
Jen says
Prayers Prayers Prayers!
valerie says
hugs and prayers!!!!!
Leatha says
I’m praying for you, the baby and your family!
Julie says
Praying. Remember, no matter what, God is in control. Nothing takes Him by surprise, give it up to Him. Take care, God bless you.
Jessica says
Kristin…
Praying for the baby and for you and your nerves. Placing both of you in the hands of God; the best place to be!
Jessica
Melinda says
I will be praying for you, your family and the baby. Pregnancy is amazing and terrifying all at the same time. Just know that the Lord has a plan for each one of us and trust that he will be there for you and your children always. “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7.
Michelle says
Extra prayers are coming your way. Try not to get too stressed (I know, easier said than done). ((HUGS))
Edith says
Be sure to drinks LOTS of fluids and stay hydrated!!! I hope all goes well at your next appointment!
Carrie says
Positive thoughts from my family to yours.
Tanya says
They said the same thing about both of my daughters, and they both were fine. With my second one, they said I didn’t have enough fluid, and I got worried, but there was not a problem. Hopefully, it’s just a miscalculation or an overly-cautious doctor. I’ll be praying.
Laurie says
Praying for you and your baby!!!
Jennifer says
I am praying for you and your baby as well as the rest of your family.
Barbie says
I just lifted you and your baby in prayer to the Lord. I know it can be so tough: wanting the best, and being unsure of so many things. With my first, I had some complications, and spent a lot of time in worry. She turned out just fine, and is a vibrant kindergartner. I wasted a lot of time in worry, rather than in trusting the Lord. I’ll keep you and your precious little one in prayer; the baby for health, and you for peace.
Becky says
I will definitely be keeping Baby and your whole family in my prayers!
kristen says
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Jeanette R says
Hugs
Tara says
Praying for you and your family. You are such an inspiration to so many. I hope you get your appointment scheduled and great news soon!
Judy says
Praying for a healthy baby and enough peace for you to be able to get some sleep until you have more information.
Megan says
I’m so sorry! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Amanda says
I am thinking of you and hope everything turns out ok! I know how scary it can be to get news like this when you are pregnant.
karen becker says
I am so sad to hear of your news, but God works in mysterious ways and that little baby will be just fine. Unfortunately after having my 2 kids, I miscarried in my 3rd month, but now my Emily is 7 and if I never had that miscarriage, I would never have my little sweetheart. Best of luck to you and your family.
jody bressler says
Prayers for you and your family..you sure have a lot on your plate. May God give you grace and strength to endure your times of difficulties…
Katie says
Sending prayers your way :) They didnt do ultrasounds when my mom was pregnant (i’m 32) but they had figured I was small as well, and since a c-section was planned, they left me in to “cook” until 42 weeks when I finally weighed just over 7 lbs :)
Hope says
Prayers and hugs today from Ohio. “Savior, He can move the mountains. My God is mighty to save!”
Jodi Whisenhunt says
We’re praying for a perfectly healthy baby (& mom), Kristin! I’ve had high risk pregnancies and I understand your angst. Try not to dwell on the what-ifs. Praying for peace for you & your family!
dawn says
praying for you, the baby, and your family!
Michelle says
You’re in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for all the hard work you put into this site every single day. You have no idea how much it has changed my life.
Aileen says
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers —
Kim says
We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Anna D says
I pray that God will give you peace, let you rest, and show you His glory and mercy through this time. It’s always good to think that He is in control of everything and it will be to His glory.
Katie says
I am praying for you and your family. Don’t stress too much. Your baby needs a strong, healthy mommy!
Mary says
Prayers to you and your family. Have faith and keep strong
Alisha says
I am an ultrasound student in my 3 quarter out of 4 and ultrasound is not perfect. It is operater dependent as well as measurements can be off because you are trying to chase a moving target. We can only be within 2 weeks of the actual due date, 2 weeks before or 2 weeks later. Also I would suspect it was IUGR which means intrauterine growth restriction, only if the head measured larger than the abdomen and femur because of head sparing, the brain would be the last to lose nutrients. If everything is measuring about the same but is just small, then its probably just small for gestational age. I will definately be praying for you and your little one, but please don’t get upset because stress can also affect the baby. Just wait until you find out what is going on. They are probably just sending you for extra tests just to be safe. My son was born full term only weighing 4 lbs 11 oz and he is now a perfectly healthy 6 yr old. I have had 2 high risk pregnancies so I understand what you are feeling. Sending lots of prayers your way!!!
Brynna says
Praying for you Kristin. Our God is a good God who doesn’t makes mistakes and never leads us to anything without bringing us through it, too. Even though there may be absolutely nothing wrong, it doesn’t make the waiting any easier, so I pray that God would comfort you during this time!
Debra says
Brynna said it all – God is good! Lean on him during this time of strife and know he has big plans for you and your baby. Will be praying as well for comfort for you and your family, as well as good health for the baby. Much love!
Deena says
Sending up prayers to you and comfort for you and your husband at this time of wait. I hope they get your appointment set up quickly so you can get some piece of mind. Like another poster, my daughter was measuring 2 weeks ahead, and was to be 10 lbs. I’m only 4’8″, so it was just no room in there throwing everything off. She was 8 lbs 3 1/2 oz. and 19 inches long…yeah kinda big LOL but a relief from that possible 10 lbs. Get some rest and take some mental time for you!
Kahla says
You’ll be in our thoughts & prayers. Please keep us posted.
jill b. says
praying!
Teresa says
Sending love and prayers your way!
Amber says
Prayers for you and your family. It is my strong hope that this turns out to be an error on their part.
maren says
Hi, I will pray for you, too. Please don´t get anxious, sometimes they just meassure wrong (I´ve been there, too, and not just once)!!! If the heartbeat is good, everything will be fine!
Blessings, Maren
Sherry says
Kristin~ you & your baby are in my prayers.
julie says
Prayers your way!! I feel that U/S are not an exact science and are often wrong with the measurements!
Amy says
I am praying for a healthy baby and peace for you. Your family has spent more time on my prayer list lately than I wish you had and I hope that everything is ok. Thanks for keeping us posted.
Ruth says
Praying for you and the baby.
becky b says
I’ll be praying for you guys and hope everything turns out great!
Lisa says
We are praying for you and your little one Kristin!
God always has everything worked out so just lean on Him and have faith.
Keep us updated when you know more *big hugs* Lisa
Tanya says
Praying for you and your baby!
Melissa says
I know you must be beside yourself with worry. Please just take some time to relax & find some peace. We will survive w/o your updates for a while (I think!). Sending lots of prayers your way.
Kristin from Couponing to Disney says
Thank you all so very much for your prayers and support! I appreciate it. :)
Cassandra says
You and your baby will be in our thoughts and prayers!
maria says
Prayed and will continue :) My baby (now almost 18) was supposable Too Big- He was fine,,, weighing at 7lbs 2 oz at birth- it was ME that was too big LOL- HUGS!!!
Margarita says
I know as well as most what you are going through, I want to say keep strong, emotionally and physically, even though I know it is not easy. I know you are under undue stress right know, so please,please stay positive. I will keep you and your babe in my thoughts. HUGS-^i^ ^i^ – (sending 2 angels to watch over you)
diane b. says
praying.
Kelli says
Will be praying for you and your family.
Heather says
keep your head up.
i did the same thing, my dr. was not worried said that you can measure 2 weeks different. they did some test and everything was fine, the next ultrasound i measured bigger!!! today my child is still indecisive, dont know what she wants… LOL
Praying for your whole family
Mamas New Shoes says
Your family is in my prayers. My husband and his brother were almost 10 and 10 pound babies. I was induced because my baby was measuring big and she was a whopping 6 lbs!!
Tanya says
I’ll be praying for you.
julie says
praying for you both.
Crystal says
keeping you and baby in my prayers! sometimes these ultrasounds end up being nothing, they kept saying my baby was measuring really small too and it ended up being nothing at all, she was just a small baby – but perfectly healthy. the waiting is the hardest part, so i’ll be thinking of you!
Lindsay @ Just My Blog says
I will keep you and the baby in my prayers.
Emerald says
I bet everything’s just fine. My daughter measured very small continuously and even at 40 weeks when she was born she was 6 lbs 6 oz. She was just…well…small. Even now, she’s very small, she’s almost 8 months old now and still only 14 lbs. She eats like a horse and is extremely healthy however. She just happens to be small!
I’ll be praying that that is all it is and not an IUGR in the making.
Sally Mayer says
Sending big thoughts and prayers to you and your family. The power of prayer is an amazing thing.
Jill says
Praying for you and that little prince or princess!
tiffany b says
I had the same thing happen with my first child- he was born only 4lbs 8oz and was full term at 40wks! I had placental retardation where my placenta never fully developed but other then my son being tiny he was perfectly healthy! Hopefully everything will go well with the tests- prayers to you and the family!
Dawn says
Your baby and you are in my prayers.
BrenLuk says
I also had this issue come up in the second trimester. All turned out well, it was just how the baby was laying. Now he’s a healthy 8 year old. Try not to worry too much! You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tami Kennedy Collins says
Thank you for sharing ..prayers your way and do your best to stay strong for you and your child. The waiting game for the appt is going to be hard , keep busy as you are each day helping so many of us on here ;) I see many prayers are out there .I loved reading a strong heartbeat ..you are not alone here <3 Many prayers Sweetie <3
Becca Filley says
You know we will be praying for you every day! It sounds like this is more common than not, and everything should be ok. I hope you take lots of time to rest and relax and not stress too much!!
Tanya in Carolina says
Lifting up prayers for you and the baby.
Sarah says
prayers headed your way!!!!!
Julie says
I’ve been scared to death about not feeling mine move enough… praying for both of them to be healthy, feisty, little loves!
Kristin from Couponing to Disney says
I will life the baby up in prayer too!
Sonya Z says
Sending prayers for you both! Keep your chin up and try to focus on all the good! ;0)
Ann Marie says
Praying for you and your family! With my 3rd, I was told that he may have a birth defect (thanks to a faulty test) and they were wrong! He’s 6 now and super healthy and busy! All will be well!
Millie says
Praying!! Just found your blog, through a friend of mine. I know what the worry is like. My son was born with HLHS, he doesn’t have the left side of his hear. Praying for peace for you and your family and praying for a very healthy baby!!
Peg says
Sending hugs and prayers your way. Hang in there.
Patty says
Praying for you as you wait. I think the waiting is the hardest part–nothing to prepare yourself for. I will pray that you can keep busy, and pray when you get that anxious feeling. Remember God has knit this baby just as He has planned. There are no mistakes. They did not find that my now 2 year old had Down Syndrome. She should have measured small, but was in the small-normal range. She is a sweetie and is doing great. You have many people praying and you are not alone.
Carmella says
You will all be in my prayers. Take care of yourself and try not to worry too much. (I know, easier said than done) I will be praying that your baby Mickey or Minnie will be just fine. Lots of hugs and prayers for you Kristin!
Carla M says
I haven’t been on here for awhile and didn’t even know you were pregnant! First – congrats, this is great news. Second – I’m sorry that you are going through this. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I can’t wait to see another post saying that everything is honkey dorey!
Traci says
Prayers and happy thoughts sent to you!!!
Amanda F says
Sending prayers….
Wendy says
Hugs and prayers are sent your way.
Laura says
I don’t know you but I love your website. I am praying for your child and for your family. A strong heartbeat is a great thing. Maybe they estimated your due date incorrectly? Even though my son was born six weeks early, he was still 5 pounds, 9 ounces and was able to breathe on his own. Pray is an amazing thing and you have a lot of prayers.
Carrie says
Liz – praying for you and baby! Same thing happened to me…I measured 3 weeks small my entire pregnancy, and everything turned out fine! Hugs and Prayers your way!
-Carrie
Sarah says
I’ve had a high risk and scary pregnancy myself. Hang in there! Sending lots of prayers and good vibes your way. Keep us updated.
Melissa C. says
Oh Gosh I’m so sorry to hear this…I will defiantly keep you in my prayers!!
Rhonda says
I am hoping that everything will be ok with your sweet little baby! High risk pregnancies are not fun–we had a H.R. pregnancy too.
Jess says
Praying!! Please keep us updated as to when your tests are being done so that we can band together and pray pray pray at those moments!!!
Tia says
I will be praying. I’m sure everything is fine. My youngest sister’s head was growing faster than her body but they got it all worked out and she was born just perfect. :)
Heather B. says
Keeping your family in my prayers.
Leah says
Just prayed for you all! :) Believing God for the best with you! :) 2 Cor 1:3-4 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
Laura says
I am sorry I know you must be so worried. Sorry you didnt find out the sex either I had to wait till 21 weeks to find out with this pregnancy and it drove me nuts waiting lol. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this stressful time.
lisa taylor says
Oh no, I will def be praying for you! I am so sorry.
Claire says
We are all thinking of you and your baby. I hope you are both healthy.
(((hugs)))
renee says
*****praying*****
Sarah says
Praying for you and your baby! I hope that everything comes back A-OK for you!
Jessica says
Sending prayers up for you and your sweet little baby.
Cristine says
Hope all turns out okay. Praying for you. Hand in there.
Alicia M says
SOOO sorry this is happening!! Everything will most likely turn out ok. The fact that the baby’s heartbeat is good is a very good thing! Look on the bright side with the high tec ultra sound you should be able to find out the babys sex no problem.. I had one with my oldest and they were able to tell @ 14 weeks. Don’t panic (easier said than done I know) just try and stay calm…We are all praying for you and the baby!
Jan says
Maybe they are just wrong- praying it all goes well.
Melissa says
Hey! The same thing happened with me and my daughter and it happened in the 2nd trimester as well – my daughter measured about 4 weeks behind. They found a notch in the blood flow to my uterus. I had weekly BPP’s biophysical profiles to check certain things and each week the baby had to score above an 8 i believe and then I just had to come back the following week. I had ultrasounds done alot too. Liv was born about 4 weeks early at 4 lbs 14oz and was and is very healthy. My prayers are with you all and I know you will keep us posted. I freaked when I heard all of those things as well bc its a lot to take in.
Penny =^.^= says
I am glad you posted this and lightned us plus Kristin
Kelly says
You’ll be in our thoughts & prayers.
Melissa says
Praying for you and your family!
Erin says
Praying for you and your family Kristin! Hold tight to that hope and know that we are all standing behind you and praying you through this!
Wendi Ellerbee says
I went through the same thing with my first and only child. I will keep you and the baby in my thoughts and prayers. All I can say here is trust your gut.
Crystal says
Prayers lifted for you and your little one. Be strong 4 the baby. Sorry you have to wait so long for the the next appointment.
Jaclyn says
praying
Dawn says
I know how that goes, they told me 2 of my 4 had something wrong, and they both turned out fine! I think its there job to worry moms, but it is a concern, so you have the right to be concerned, but, millions of moms have problems, and the babies turn out fine. The U/s will show a lot, I had that u/s with 2 of mine, one said they thought he had trisomy 18(which is fatal), and the other, she had something wrong with her kidneys, which both proved false.
Will be praying for a good outcome!! :O)
Anne says
{{{hugs}}} Sending positive thoughts your way.
Melissa says
Sorry to hear this! I know how worried you must be. I will be sending prayers your way. Hopefully all will be fine.