Scared of miscarriage

cbenner22 · June 2012

I'll be 6 weeks on Thursday, and have very little symptoms (slightly sore nipples and some cramping here and there without blood). I just watched my best friend miscarry at 6 weeks about one month ago. All of the statistics are running through my mind and I'm having a hard time shaking them. This is my 1st pregnancy and my first appointment isn't unti July 10th. Please help calm my nerves!

cbrotz2010 · June 2012

I agree with the previous post. Also, I didn't get ANY morning sickness (nausea or vomiting) until about 6 1/2 to 7 weeks. Lack of symptoms is not a sign of miscarriage. Just remember to breathe...

hansonam446 · June 2012

LoisLane23:
Your uterus is growing. You will feel stretching and cramping.

The statistics say m/c rate is 20%. That's an 80% chance of victory.

This. And when you hear the heartbeat your risk goes down even further. But I understand how you're feeling; sometimes it helps me to take a break from the boards and the internet in general and just focus on being happy and pregnant. It's hard sometimes, I know. I had some spotting a couple weeks back and was terrified but everything checked out ok. I had a regular u/s last Monday and for some reason was scared there would be no heartbeat...I nearly cried when I did hear it. I know it can seem daunting especially when you hear of so many losses but know that your body is made for this and take it day by day.

Allycat11 · June 2012

LoisLane23:
Your uterus is growing. You will feel stretching and cramping.

The statistics say m/c rate is 20%. That's an 80% chance of victory.

Exactly this. Your symptoms sound completely normal.

TheLuckiest77777 · June 2012

I'm 8 weeks and have had very few symptoms. Bloating, thirst, and frequent urination, but nothing major. So far, everything is fine. I go to the Dr next week and will feel better then, but I get why you're feeling the way you are. It's scary. But we may just be the lucky few that have easy first trimesters. It's hard not to worry, but you can't stop a m/c if it's going to happen, and worrying isn't going to do you any good. Try to find comfort in the fact that there is no spotting. That's a good sign.

christinaj324 · June 2012

what ever you do..DONT STRESS. Your body knows what its doing. Take it easy, take your vitamins and let your body do what it knows. Everything else is out of your control. Enjoy the moments and time will fly by. Best wishes!

ktgrl84 · June 2012

Whenever I feel nervous like this (which is often) I try to remember that the only control I have over the situation is to take good care of myself and try to think positive.

brookemarie1025 · June 2012

Enjoy not feeling sick! While some women do go through their entire pregnancy scott free, it'll probably catch up with you sooner than later. In the first trimester you can go one day and feel great, the next you feel like death. You're not out of the woods yet as far as sickness goes, so....!!! Good luck, hun

mishka29 · June 2012

I will also be 6 weeks on Thursday! I know exactly how you feel, my symptoms have been the same as yours. Not that I want them to be any worse but it's another confirmation that you are still pregnant. I try not to worry about it or read other posts about miscarriages but that is easier said then done. My first appointment isn't until July 30th so I have a lot of waiting to do. Good advice above...just focusing on the things you can control like eating well, etc.

Jbosarge85 · June 2012

brookemarie1025:
Enjoy not feeling sick! While some women do go through their entire pregnancy scott free, it'll probably catch up with you sooner than later. In the first trimester you can go one day and feel great, the next you feel like death. You're not out of the woods yet as far as sickness goes, so....!!! Good luck, hun

This is so true this morning I told my mom it's the first day the whole pregnancy I haven't felt nauseated well about an hour later it hit me hard. So just enjoy it.