*UPDATE in OP* First Beta - Talk Me Down?

BookishMomma

UPDATE: 2nd beta was 113, from 61. Yay! It didn't exactly double in 48 hours, but very close. The nurse from the RE's office was happy with the progress and scheduled my ultrasound for 7 weeks. They were not going to require any more betas, but I asked for a couple more, due to my loss history. I said there's no way I can get from now until 7 weeks without any info at all. So I'll go in for 2 more. Probably a 3rd on Saturday and then a 4th like a week later. I know I'm far from out of the woods, but I'm just happy it wasn't bad news, which is what I was bracing for.

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Just got the call from the nurse at my RE's office with my first beta number. It's 61.  I "should" be 15 dpo today, or 4 weeks. I wasn't temping this cycle, though, so that's a guess based on OPKs. I feel like the number is a bit low. The nurse was not at all concerned by the number and told me congratulations. She said it's within range of where they like to see it--she said they like to see anything over 50 at 4 weeks. She said to come in again on Thursday for a repeat draw and that we would hope for anything over 90. When I asked, "shouldn't it double?" she said that's an old wive's tale and that if it doubles, then great, but an increase of 50% over 48 hours is fine.  

I've been getting HPT positives (albeit faint ones at first) since 9dpo. With my PGAL brain and 3 losses under my belt, I can't help wondering, shouldn't it be higher? I'm sitting here doing math in my head... and I guess it could be fine, if my HCG was like 7 or 8 when I got my first positive. But, gah! I hate that I'm even GOING there in my head. Why is it so hard to trust our doctor's offices? WE KNOW TOO MUCH!

    

pblge

This pregnancy started at with a beta of 24, and I'd been getting positive Wondfo tests for a few days at that point. Since my last (doomed) pregnancy had an initial beta of ~650, I have definitely come to believe that different pregnancies just have very different levels of HCG in your system, and the levels on their own mean nothing.

Don't freak out about the number, although I know this is easier said than done. Good luck on Thursday!!!

mrsjg2013

Hey, lady!  I recently took my betas down (off of my siggy), but my first draw was 8.8 (I think I was also 15 DPO)!!!  My LO was a fast climber, however, so he/she is measuring right on with my O date.  FX that you get a doubled number on your next draw so you can worry a bit less!  

*edit: wording 

BookishMomma

Thanks, @Happyin14 I know it's the doubling that matters. But the nurse made it sound like that's not even as big a deal as I thought! I've just been down the low beta road too many times before and not had it turn out well (though, admittedly, they were all lower than this). 

BookishMomma

@pblge Yeah, I should know better, right!? I mean, my last loss I had super high initial betas, like 1300 or something. And we ended up losing that one to a chromosomal abnormality. So, really, I know that even GREAT betas aren't a guarantee... 

NoeliaV

It's hard, I know. FX for doubling numbers and ((( hugs )))

Betabase has the lowest reported singleton beta at 4 for 15dpo. So there's that?

chicagojackie

Hello my friend.

So my betas this pregnancy were: 82*; 230; 510; 1068; 2510. Now: 22 weeks + 1 day.

With DD: 194, 532, 1466. She's two years old.    

Waiting is the worst. You need a trend and some rising. Different RE's use different formulas and it is true that you don't need a strict "doubling" but a percentage with other values (progesterone level, method of conception) coming into play.

*that first beta with this pregnancy was at somewhere between 14-16 DPO, we weren't 100% sure when O occurred.

*with DD I was around DPO 17-20. Way later. 

kreardon11

With my last, my betas were high and doubling, which led my doc to believe all was fine. We had a chromosomal abnormality as well so don't let those numbers fool you. FX for Thursday's numbers!!

carlsonbaby2014

Sending you all the positive doubling beta vibes I can muster!!!  FWIW, my first beta was in the 20's around 12dpo and 50's around 15dpo!

DenaMaree

"lurking"  I agree with everyone else..beta's have to start somewhere!! I will SO look forward to a good report from Thursdays draw!! Sending you Hugs!

Eliz77

At 15dpo, my 1st beta was 50.4. The next day, it was 84.6, and two days later it was 232. Gotta start somewhere!! I was charting so I am pretty sure of my dates. Good luck!!

natalie115

They have to start somewhere, right? I think 61 sounds like a perfectly fine 1st number. Fx that you get good news on Thursday!

beckynsean11

That's a great first beta! Like everyone has said, you have to start somewhere & all that matters is doubling. My office likes to see 67% increase in 48 hours. FX for you on Thursday.

mpiemont

It's hard not to analyze every single thing as a PGAL lady- but that number sounds great, and it's so true that it's what that number does on Thursday that matters. Sending good vibes your way for a great beta rise!!!

HawaiianSunset09

Im thinking about you!! Oh this whole thing can be so stressful!!! 

lyndz333

My doc has never given me my number from my draws, thankfully. So I can't add anything there. I just wanted to send some good thoughts your way and I hope you don't have to wait long for good news.

BackstreetPixie

Every pregnancy is different. fx for rising numbers sweet lady!

Courtney1741

I don't have a low beta story (as I didn't track with this pregnancy) but I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you!!!! ((hugs)) hang in there, the wait is always the worst!

peggels24

I don't have any advice except that the PP's are wise.  Fx for a great second set!

goldengirl84

I think that's a great first number! Keeping my fingers crossed extra tight that they rise appropriately. 

nursecmc

My first beta this time was 73 at 4w0d.  Not sure how many DPO since I had taken the month off from temping.  It has risen nicely.  T&P to you during this waiting time...plain and simple, it sucks.

megrae12

**Lurking**

I think that is a fine number. Like everyone said, it's Thursday's number that matter. Now, please, get out of your head, it's dangerous!! Love and ((Hugs)) my friend!!

footprint

My beta 16dpo was 77 with this pregnancy and 18dpo 168. It's hard not to scrutinize and freak out over the number, but at this point, it doesn't really tell you much of anything. Waiting is awful, but the only thing to be done. Fx for rising betas and for time to move quickly!

BookishMomma

megrae12 said:

**Lurking**

I think that is a fine number. Like everyone said, it's Thursday's number that matter. Now, please, get out of your head, it's dangerous!! Love and ((Hugs)) my friend!!

Ha ha, you know me too well, @megrae12‌. My head is a very, very dangerous place.

megrae12

BookishMomma said:

megrae12 said:

**Lurking**

I think that is a fine number. Like everyone said, it's Thursday's number that matter. Now, please, get out of your head, it's dangerous!! Love and ((Hugs)) my friend!!

Ha ha, you know me too well, @megrae12‌. My head is a very, very dangerous place.

You are brilliant, though!!! 

matiekae

In agreement with PP, just wanted to send ((Hugs)) your way! FX for an increase on Thursday

kate6214

So sorry you are stuck waiting. FX for good numbers on Thursday

jesswein9

I know it's easy to worry, but that sounds like a great place to start. Mine we right around there at that point too.

KMW08

I think that's a great starting number! I'm not 100% sure now, but I think mine started in the 70's at 11/12dpo.

Hang in there!! I know it's hard to try and be positive, I wasn't very positive early on, I referred to my negativity as realistic. This always angered dh, so he was the more optimistic one.

I guess I'm saying that we (AL) are here to be your yin & yang. We will have the optimism for you if you can't find it

Thursday needs to hurry up!!

Lalalady54

I think it is a good first number and I have lots of faith that your next draw on Thursday will be doubled! Sending good thoughts your way  

beemaya83

Hi there! My doctor told me today that numbers not doubling is not uncommon. Mine didn't double, but did increase. FX that your next draw goes up. Sending hugs!

co baby1

PP's have really covered what I would have said. I wanted to send calming vibes and will keep everything crossed for doubling betas!

Mom2anAngel2

Just wanted to send HUGS, as I have no advise on betas (I don't have them drawn).

E&B0811

That's a great starting number! At 15dpo my beta was only 49 and vigorous baby is doing just great in here at almost 33 weeks.

ETA - reading comprehension fail. FX for good numbers on Thursday!

Samuelismomma

Hang in there...beta hell is the worse . Fx for great second beta!

Buttercup509

FX for you!

stinybean

I agree with PP that is a great starting number! FX and T&Ps for tomorrow's draw! ((((HUGS)))))

tigerlynx31413

**Lurking** I just wanted to say I am keeping my fx for Thursday and sending you positive vibes to kick you out of your own head! 

Alicia_R1

My first beta at 14DPO (11 dp3dt) was 41, I was super nervous but it all worked out, so everyone and every pregnancy is different.  FX for great numbers Thursday. 

BookishMomma

I really appreciate the good stories... As well as the scolding to get out of my head! We'll see what tomorrow's draw brings. Thanks ladies.

misternmiss

It's so SO hard not to stress over the numbers (and everything else!) early on. FX that those numbers rise beautifully and time passes by quickly for you. In the mean time, put the pee sticks away and try to focus on/distract your brain with something else. (((Hugs)))