"Beaufort has been the sweetest addition. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. [emoji23] X, This is something that definitely worries me. But its funny because Will comes from a long line of boys. I didn't find out with my daughter. One week before we are to deliver we had another one just to see how big the baby was and a new ultrasound tech said that we are having a boy. But I had a harmony and that was right. Thanks so much ladies, for all of your comments. I hope its a boy for you and being that it was a tech who has been doing this for a long time i think you can rest comfortabley with that! But I wouldn't be upset if they got it wrong!! But that was from an ultrasound over 30 years ago. To help you get started read the featured. They were going to name their baby girl Rosie Zion and brought with them to the birth center a pink, fluffy sleeper to wear home. "Will lovesloves being a girl dad, and our girls adore him. I had two boys. As this couple learned, mistaking a boy for a girl happens quite frequently: "My wife and I were told we had a girl. We casually chatted as she began her measurements, starting at the head and working her way down. The tech was very good and said she wouldn't tell us if she wasn't 100% certain. Lots of the mums on our forum have experienced sonographers using this method when they have scanned them. A quick look over the surgical screen and yep, that is a boy. no questions asked. Debra . "Also, at the optimum time for 4D at 28 weeks, the genitalia can be difficult to visualise., It is not always possible to see these 3 lines, warns Nigel. "And, 'look at all her hair!' Up to 10 women out of 100 will get told that they're having a certain gender, only to have a kind of jack-in-the-box surprise at the end. Yes, and I was told it was 99.9% a girl at 20 week scan. I worried the whole way through my daughter would turn out so be a boy, honestly don't worry, it's rare but does happen xx. Take the time toabsorb that one for a second. A hilarious moment then ensues as the grandmother discovers that she will now forever need to beware of getting spritzed with a potential fountain when changing the baby's diaper. My cousin was told she was having a girl up until 24 weeks. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. "It can then become more difficult to be sure because if a little boy has his legs together the testicles can get squeezed and look similar. Simply the Worlds Most Interesting Travel Site. I know its extremely uncommon but i am just interested to know if its happened to anyone recently? What happened? She's a super lesbian and extremely into sports and fitness so I got the best b of both worlds with my sister! DH still thinks there is hope that it will be a boy. So the pram soon returned lol. While we were in hospital there was 11 women on the ward. You'd think that surely, by 24 weeks, the baby's private parts would be clear enough to determine the gender and yet, the complete opposite happened to "Kristy": "We had 2 ultrasounds - 1 at 18 and 1 at 24 weeks and the tech both times said that it was a girl. The 32-year-old mom of two girls ages 1 and 3, celebrated with her husband Will as they opened the paper at dinner that night. " Ray said. Don't know anyone personally, but my mum knew a few people who were told the wrong gender from the scan which is why she didn't find out with me or my brother. Waiting until you are closer to 20 weeks usually gives you an accuracy rating of over 94 percent. Learn about the risks and benefits of circumcision. I think it's best to wait to get excited until baby is big enough to know for sure. Winston-Salem birth photographerLauren Jolly captured the moment,and that photohas been shared and liked all over the internet. I hope lol, If you've had that many scans I highly doubt it will be wrong!! Its hard to trust without a second yep. We too had a shower and everyone got girl stuff for her. She's DEFINITELY a girl", I lost it. Lost. I know that my MIL means well, but I just dont get her thought process.TLDR; MIL bought us a programmable crockpot we didnt ask for instead of anything for the new baby we did ask forA little background. 60K views, 3.1K likes, 501 loves, 2.1K comments, 167 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Kaelly Dias Makeup: Bom dia pessoal Her husband coming down with two strains of fluwhile she was in labor. The ultrasound tech or doctor sees an umbilical cord between the legs and mistakes it for male genitalia. Went for recheck, different sonographer confirmed boy/girl twins. "The 3 lines are visible from 16 weeks because the baby hasn't got any muscle or fat deposits," explains Jan. "As the pregnancy progresses and the baby . I'm nervous about this too because I know 2 women local to me that were told girls and had boys! Create an account or log in to participate. With my first child they told me 4 times that I was having a girl so I had 2 baby showers and requested that everything be pink. Couple days later BAM he's a boy lol. Within the NHS this method is generally used as part of determining sex at the scan everyone is offered at around 20 weeks. It's more common this was round than the other (where they say boy but it turns out to be a girl). In a weird way I keep daydreaming that when I give birth they will say girl. I was relieved because I knew it was finally right. This means 10 out of 100 women will be told the wrong gender at their ultrasound! There are two ways a girl can be mistaken for a boy in early ultrasound photos. How early the gender screening is performed, the baby's cooperation, and the expertise of the tech are all tremendously important. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. We give all our parents that come for scans some example potty shot photographs of what we are looking for when we determine sex. On this pregnancy I was told at 15 weeks I was having a boy. 13 weeks, Mines looks like that as well I definitely think it's too early to tell, Hmm, I doubt it. In some cases you may get quite a clear illustration of the 3 lines, not so much in others. You're Temporarily Blocked. Stories of wrong ultrasounds are plentiful on baby boards, but it's this shocking tale that's truly unique. The technician said there is no way to mistake it. told boy at ultrasound but had a girl. Please don't let that get you down! Before the a/s, DH reminded me that the scans are not always rightbut once he found out LO is a boy, he quit saying that because, although he thinks I'm meant to have a girl, I think he really wants a boy. Same here. I defo saw the Winkie tho so it's very doubtful, I've had 2 private scans plus my 20 week scan then I recently had a 4d scan and they all said boy so I'm guessing they couldn't all be wrong? This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. 1erbeb 21/08/13. I just keep hoping that they got it wrong and when I give birth it's actually girl! she was most definitely a BOY. If she wasnt sure, I dont think she would have offered to tell you:). Is it safe if only taken rarely? 15/11/2012 22:16. hey do you have a picture of your sonogram? We talked about that sweet little profile, the cheeks, etc. "Had my level two ultrasound today. Apart from that I either didnt want to know or they couldnt say. Spoon, knife and pillow said boy. The nurse was so surprised that I had been told by 5 scans and 2 different doctors that I was having a girl! I think it's pretty rare the other way though because apparently a penis is easy to identify correctly early on. My mom just had a feeling the night before her birth she'd be a girl and not a boy like the tech said. Have always thought I was having a boy though. I'm so desperate for a girl, I have twin boys already so feel weird now as this is my last.. Chinese calendar said boy. But since ultrasounds aren't 100% accurate just yet, it might be a good idea to tone it down on going full blue or full pink with your purchases, a lesson that Samantha's sister learned the hard way: "This happened with my nephew. I had an ultrsound around 14 weeks (they thought I was 13 weeks, but they decided the baby was too big to be 13 weeks) and, at the time, my ultrasound tech heppened to tell us she thought we were having a boy. And the tech that was wrong got all huffy when I asked if he was surehe was like 'I am a lifetime career sonography and have NEVER been wrong'. I had another ultrasound and this time, I was told it was a girl!!". At 14 weeks, that area is still very swollen, so I wouldn't trust it. again not happened to me but when i was pregnant with my triplets i was introduced to a twins mum who was told she was having two girls she bought a girl double pram for them and she ended up having one of each. All rights reserved. I thought mine was going to be a girl too. I think if it were a girl you wouldn't see an appendage lol. I had a girl!". wrangler functional cargo pants. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. But saying that with my triplets i kept dreaming i had 2 boys and girl even though i knew that was impossible as mine were identical and would all be the same sex and i had all boys. Also it is pretty depressing when for that long we focused and planned on a girl. Unfortunately for them they were a little absentminded and started going into an outer monologue - and everyone in the room just heard them say, "Damn, I'd like to rip his shirt open with my teeth" or . These days, Beaufort is learning to roll over and sleep through the night. I don't think the penis is big enough to see in most cases when they are that little. It was like a cartoon willy and balls on the screen lol. Is this a boy baby!!?". My first thought was 'Very funny doc'. I delivered in 2014, in the u.s. Baby wanted to keep his hands between his legs for most of the scan, so we were having a hard time seeing anything at first and when we finally got a good look the tech said girl, but didn't really seem sure. I was so excited since I already have a 2 year old girl and want nothing more than a little baby boy. Was a really really awful way to end a pregnancy and was quite hard to deal with. Well went to my 18 week ultrasound and it turns out that he is actually a she. Also, there is a women here on medhelp that is due around the same time as me they told her boy and she found out girl at her anatomy scan. They're usually very accurate. A Long Island teacher "forced" a fifth-grade girl to go by a male name and pronouns, confusing the child so much that she had suicidal thoughts, a lawsuit alleges. And at which week they say its a girl till you know its actually a boy. Told boy at scan but girl born? When we found out it was our third girl, he just put his head in his hands and laughed. Three little lines of the girly bits - a hamburger she called it! Every mom wants to be as prepared as possible for baby's arrival. This can make getting the wrong gender prediction double the headache, as evidenced by "Elena", whose main request had been that everything be pink: "Yes it's true that they can be wrong. It will definitely be a shock if it's a boy! I've been told boy. I've heard sometimes the cord gets mistaken as an appendage. A snowstorm in Raleigh, N.C. the day before she went into labor, which caused the familyto lose power. She got a special ultrasound done for other reasons and also found out she was having a boy. How does a sonographer use the 3 lines at your 20-week scan to tell if you're having a boy or a girl? I have a girl and was hoping for boy but thought had higher chances at girl. "When the sonographer points out why she thinks it is a girl she will use these 3 lines as an illustration.. It's not always right, says Professor Lees. A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. So we have done everything for this baby to plan for a girl. Good luck and I hope you tech was right! Getting the gender wrong eight times in one week surely must be some kind of a record, but as it turns out, Amy was right to trust her gut feeling! I think it's pretty rare the other way though because apparently a penis is easy to identify correctly early on. Didn't find the answer you were looking for? In a weird way I keep daydreaming that when I give birth they will say girl. So this is so wired to me since the first time my youngest daughter learned that mommy is going to have a baby she said mommy you have. I had no symptoms there Hi, I am 15 weeks pregnant. YESS!! She sexed the baby for us, describing what she could see and checked 3 times! My sisters entire baby book is filled with her boy name crossed out for her name. Thanks. I think if you can mistake a girl for a boy then you should not get too excited yet.. That is not true! We disclaim all responsibility for the professional qualifications and licensing of, and services provided by, any physician or other health providers posting on or otherwise referred to on this Site and/or any Third Party Site. When I was 12 weeks and she was 14 weeks she was told she was having a girl. It has definitely helped to prepare me. i dont think its time to get excited yeti would prepare yourself for either sex. Get information and tips on how to help you choose the right place to deliver your baby. I don't personally know anyone who has been told the wrong gender but if you are worried then I'd just buy neutral. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. We went all out girl because our oldest is a boy 6 years ago, a good friend of mine was told she was having a boy but ended up having a girl. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. A family that goes to my sitter JUST had this happen. lol. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. health visitor visit before baby is born? We clearly saw three lines indicating girl and there was nothing dangling. We spent the next 5 minutes double, triple and quadruple checking.". While he has a brother and a sister, his dad only had brothers, his grandpa only had brothers. It was bizarre. Now that's some next level skills. Dare to disagree and you'll either be instantly blown off or outright told "no". I think that he looks like a boy! Boy 2 here as well. You can miss the bits and think girl though which is what happened with our 2nd boy. And while the sonographer might be using it as a method to check, those 3 lines might not be immediately obvious to you. It's pretty safe that if they see boy bits there's no confusion. I had the scan at 28 weeks only because I was at risk for placenta previa, otherwise I would not have had the second scan. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. 00:51. I got sent home with a cd with about 7 pics on it, monitoring_string = "c48fb0faa520c8dfff8c4deab485d3d2". Hence this time I am NOT finding out. I know, it sounds dumb but I really wanted a girl. Chances are if you've been told you're having a boy his little willy will stay - I'd love to hear otherwise if I'm wrong! My cousin was supposed to be a boy, ended up being a girl! 14/01/2014 10:08. : Your Baby's First Hours of Life, What the GBS Test Is and Why You Should Care. 2 or 3 lines? Babybond private scanners. "He needed to mentally prepare if he was going to be a dad of three girls! We ended up having a boy:) it was a great surprise:). While I would be happy with either, I think I always hoped it would be a girl too. "During this ultrasound scan, sonographers are looking for the distinguishing signs of the different genitalia. This really freaks me out. It is still very early to be able to tell but my us tech told me at 12 weeks that she thought I was having a girl because she didn't see a penis at all. Pregnancy is a wonderful and magical moment in any woman's life. Elective c-section - when do you tend to get a date? Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. I wouldn't even ask at 14. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. But can you imagine if, in the midst of all your baby planning, you had gone so far as to embroider everything with that perfectly chosen name, only to find out that the baby is actually a "she" and not a "he"? ", Then again, that's also a good threat for the parents to use as leverage when the boy is a teenager: "Sneak out one more time and we'll tell your girlfriend about the time that the doctor mistook you for a girl!". Despite that,I'm also slightly worried that we've been told one thing and will end up with the opposite, only because I've committed to buying girl's stuff now (we started with gender neutral so at leastnot everything is feminine!). And yes I have an ultrasound at 19 weeks so I dont know when my next scan is? Get the facts on how twins and multiples are formed and your chance of carrying more than one baby at a time. If you have ever wondered whether it's possible to be told the wrong gender around the 20-week ultrasound, now you know! which year this happened? It looks like you were misusing this feature by going too fast. The reason for this is that while it's harder to think that a boy is actually a girl because of the obvious little package between his legs, sometimes boys that are mistaken for girls may have simply been "shy" as some would call it. It's one thing tohave no expectations of gender, but another entirely to be prepared for one, and have the opposite! I have been told by both I'm having a boy! That was my last U/S. Try not to let the gender bum you out too much I know its very hard.the good news is that in a few month you will be holding your newborn and giving that sweet little one so much love. I was right! At private clinics it is usually used as a method from 16 weeks. That was 19 years ago now though and I'm sure scans are much better. We just had the same US you had and saw the same parts. My MIL didnt know that she could have My youngest daughter wont stop saying its baby brother in belly but NIPt test said girl . There's no way I'm going for a 3rd time. and when she got "down there" she asked us again where we had had our earlier ultrasound and confirmed with us that the other tech had said boy. But I have another ultrasound at 36 weeks to check my placenta placement and to estimate LOs size. Anyone had VERY low & slow rising hcg level? I was told we were having a girl at 21 weeks pregnant. Had everything in blue. The Content on this Site is presented in a summary fashion, and is intended to be used for educational and entertainment purposes only. I already have two SKs (one of each) and don't know that we'll have any more childrenso I did have my heart set on having a girl. We both were cracking up because it was just so unexpected!". :), I agree, chances are high that it will be another boy, especially if it's the same fathersorry I couldn't help with your main question though;(, I was told boy twice at my last elective ultrasound in 2009 and she was all girl. Hopefully, there was a baby store not too far away. He spent three weeks in NICU, and every diaper change, my friend was there to make sure it was still a boy. Yes it is possible to tell and from the pictures I would also guess a boy. Discussion in 'Baby Club' started by mrs_park, Dec 31, 2014. As a general rule sonographers will not use 3D/4D scans for sexing your baby. We were lucky that we're needed to have another ultrasound because I was at risk for placenta previa so I was scanned again at 28 weeks and it was VERY clear that he was a boy. Add message Save Share Report Bookmark I had a private scan at 16 weeks and I was told I was having a girl. My doctor was right and I was for sure only 14 weeks so it may be a boy! For some of our mums, even when it was blatantly obvious in the scan room that they were having a boy, with a willy clearly showing, it didnt come out on the picture at all. I feel disappointed and worried if they messed up my blood work results. My moms 4th daughter was supposed to be a son. My gyne suggested that I have a UTI. It's clearly sticking out. i had my u/s at 19.5 weeks and found out that i were having a little boy 95%,,but I still cannot kick this thought that it could be a girl. Thinking she already had everything figured out, she casually chatted with her doctor, until her world got turned completely and irrevocably upside down: "At 21 weeks we went in for the anatomy ultrasound at my OB's office and told the tech we already knew the gender. All kids are embarrassed by their parents, but this story from "scoutyfreeman" is sure to mortify the poor boy for life: "Told girl at anatomy scan (19 weeks). No one wanted to say for sure even at 36 weeks! 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Especially being told boy when it's a girl. lol. This means 10 out of 100 women will be told the wrong gender at their ultrasound! I'm a pretty good secret-keeper but keeping a secret as big as this one during the entire pregnancy? And when the miracle finally happens that mom and dad agree on the perfect name for their new addition, it finally feels like the light at the end of the tunnel is approaching! It's hard not to feel a little sad. She wriggled baby a bit to make sure no boy bits were hiding!. 14 Week Ultrasound - Could It a Boy or Girl? In truth, ultrasounds have an accuracy rate of 90-95%, with some studies even putting forward a 98% accuracy rate. I definitely know this melody, possibly from the 90's, but I think I'm going nuts because I can't find anything on Google about it. No mistaking it, she is very much so a he! I'm sure it happens but I don't think it likely happens all that often. I found out at 39 week scan that we just randomly had as I changed OB's at the last minute due to moving interstate. Now I really hope my baby is healthy. Speaking to . She did show me a shot between the legs at my ultrasound yesterday and there was nothing there BUT I am only 11 weeks so I don't think i would see anything either way yet. First let me say EVERYTHING IS WRONG! I just had an ultrasound at 12 weeks and the doctor said he thinks it's a boy. One blessing with the same sex children is the friendship they will have growing up and in adulthood - each child is individual and my two girls are nothing alike and I have now doubt if I have number 3 girl she will also be her own person and not like either of my other two Be happy baby is healthy and the tight knit brothers you will raise X. I'm pregnant and take a med for migraines. ", Tara is mum to 1 daughter, Bodhi Rae, and has worked as Content Editor and Social Media Producer at MadeForMums since 2015. I'm just curious and want to hear the storiesDoes anyone know of anyone who was told boy at ultrasound but had a girl? Create an account or log in to participate. Percent. That's exactly what happened to Lillian's friend: "A girlfriend of mine was told boy. It's wonderful either way at the end. There is no such thing as 100 percent.". It is definitely easier to tell earlier on in a pregnancy than later.. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators: Connect with our community members by starting a discussion. Arguably, this new grandmother's reaction is right up there with the 15 of the Best Grandparent Reactions to a Pregnancy Announcement. 1stcomeslove. And hopefully this will be clearly seen on the screen when you're having the scan. We met a lady who had been told girl twice and also ended up having a boy. My cousin was told she was having a girl up until 24 weeks. So that theory is dead to me, lol. I was 20 weeks when they said girl and 28 weeks when we realized he was actually a boy. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. I was told 100% boy at a 16 week ultrasound (which i know is kind of early) but then at a 24 week one, we were told 100% girl. The was also 19ish years ago but still. Im praying Im getting a big massive surprise of a little, Boy after two daughters , please tell me this is possible . Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Babys have only start to develop genitalia at 11 weeks so at 14 weeks things still are not fully developed. I will be happy of course; but was hoping for a little girl this time. Just wondering if that happened to anyone before? Yet, Andrea from Momfessionals, was chill as a cucumber. So yeah, your ultrasound tech has probably been doing this for a while so there is a possibility she could be right. Still we are very happy to have the little boy!". what the lumpy thing was and was told that "it's just the umbilical cord between her legs". Ive had a few scans 21 weeks he said girl but wasnt 100% at all , then at 30 weeks he didnt seem sure and it was like we saw something sticking out ? It is not a higher chance of a boy after 2 boys! 00:04. Ray told USA TODAY. What a great surprise at birth!!! Sources: Reddit.com, WhatToExpect.com, CircleofMoms.com, BabyCenter.com, Today.com, Momfessionals.com, RookieMoms.com. e ekgold Jan 15, 2016 at 4:16 PM I was told we were having a girl at 21 weeks pregnant. 96 views, 2 likes, 0 loves, 0 comments, 2 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from J.Cano: Law & Order: SVU - Best Episode It wasn't until 15 minutes later, when she was laying on the bed andhad flipped over so the umbilical chord could be cut, that Ray and her husband discovered that she was ahe. So one by one, they let their loved ones in on the surprise at the hospital and filmed their reactions . It's not happened to me personally but it is very common. What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. Getting everything ready for baby's arrival is hard enough. MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. my daughter (born 5 days ago) looked like she had something in between her legs and it kinda freaked me out. Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, 29 other ways to tell if it's boy or girl. While some women opt to skip on having a baby shower, others choose to have more than one. What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. 15 Times Ultrasounds Lied About The Baby's Gender, Oh Boy, What A Pretty Dress You Have There. If they got a croch shot, take a look at it. 2 or 3 lines? Popping over from the May group. The only place to satisfy all of your guilty pleasures. This is my 3rd, i have 2 girls and am having a boy this time according to the panorama blood test. I'm not sure what I am having yet. A week before his birth I gave them away! Uh huh. We wanted to know the sex of our baby and there was no mistaking our strapping young man in the scan room," says snappyloz on our forum. That's what I did, and sho 'nuff. Astomach bug she contracted and still wasn't over when she went into labor. She told me not to paint the nursery but her strong guess is that its a girl. To my surprise it was a boy. I have 3 boys and they were right at all of the ultrasounds. I had a friend just a few months ago who was told boy at 2 different scans and when she delivered she had a little girl. Serving up the hottest food trends and the inside scoop on restaurants worldwide. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners. I was told boy at one gender scan and girl at another, so *someone* is wrong. ". Also, we tried to conceive via the Chinese calendar. But still thinking of another scan [emoji87] xx, Yeah mine was cross legged to start them he moved! And the vast majority of pregnant women laying in the chair, waiting to find out the gender, will indeed get the correct answer. North Carolina mom Nancy Ray said she learned she was having a girl when at 18 weeks the ultrasound technician wrote on paper, "It's a girl!" The 32-year-old mom of two girls ages 1 and 3,. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. She also showed us the difference between girl and boy parts on US. He is pretty sure it's a girl.. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Now Im nervouswe have been told girl at 15 weeks and 20 weeks. If you want to know your baby's sex before it's born, the 3 lines method is a tried and tested way sonographers use to tell if you're having a boy or girl. I look at him often and say, 'It was you all along!' I found out on my 34 week 3D ultrasound that he was a boy. Just ask them to double check the sex. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff.
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