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SP128

Hi Ladies,
Just found out that I am expecting.  We had a loss late Oct 2016.  DH and I were prepping for IVF. I started taking the estradiol last week and didn't get AF.  Went in for blood work this morning and HCG is at 12. I'm 12 dpo.  It is verrrry low and know that the number doesn't matter as much as the appropriate increase.  Anyone deal with such low numbers?  Repeat beta is on Monday.  I feel like I'm in denial after the initial emotional ugly cry.

laurenjt808

Congratulations @SP128!  I'm happy to see you on this board

When I went in for my initial prenatal appointment this week, they also told me what you said in that it doesn't matter on the number, but that your levels are increasing.  I'm sorry that I don't have any HCG levels to share at 12 dpo.  I didn't have my first blood work until this week at ~23 dpo and my doctor decided not to do a second beta test because I had to get US.  I was having one-sided cramps and they were worried that I had an ectopic pregnancy.  Since we saw a gestational sac, they just left it at that -  I do wish that I had a second beta test.  My HCG and progesterone levels were in the low-end of the "normal" range.  My doctor didn't seem worried about it, so I'm just going with it for now.  I just wanted to leave a reply and congratulate you on your pregnancy!

I hope your repeat beta goes well on Monday!

carol113

Hi! I had a HCG of 9 at 11 DPO then 65 at 13 DPO. Due in July now. So I had good luck with a low early number. 

SP128

@laurenjt808  Thanks lady.  Let's hope I get to stay

@carol113  Thank you.  I needed that.  Of course my mind already went there when the nurse told me it was 12 and said it was "really low."

dznuts

Congrats!! I personally have not dealt with low numbers... But wishing you all the best and a sticky baby this time