first ultrasound anxiety

[jazpan]

Hi all!
I'm almost 8 weeks along first time pregnant and have my first ultrasound on Thursday. I'm terrified I won't hear a heart beat :(
I'm constantly worrying about miscarriage,every little symptom worries me. I know I should be excited  for Thursday but I'm a nervous wreck. Any advice??

[madlee15]

Im also 8 weeks. I already had an ultrasound in the ER due to a threatened miscarriage. I was also extremely nervous about them not finding a heartbeat, best of luck to both of you! Its extremely nerve wracking but once you see that little flicker its definitely a relief!

[kljune13]

I feel like I wrote this... I'm 8 weeks and my first ultrasound is also on Thursday. I'm afraid they won't find a heartbeat or that the baby won't be as far developed as supposed to. I'm so anxious but I just keep trying to connect with the baby by lovingly putting my hands on my belly and thinking positive thoughts. All we can do until we know for sure. Good luck!