I'm heartbroken. I'm 6w3d, and last night I started to get mild to medium cramps. I was spotting a bit. As the cramps got worse, the bleeding picked up a lot Still bleeding this morning, although a little less so. Had bloodwork done today to check hcg levels, and going for an ultrasound tomorrow. It's not looking promising at all, and my hopes are certainly not up. This is the hardest, most gut-wrenching 24 hours I've ever experienced. Seeing that bright red blood last night, my stomach just dropped. Your prayers and words are appreciated
Oh no ! It's never a good feeling seeing blood. I am in a similar situation, I've had brown spotting for two days now. I'm going for more blood work tomorrow. As hard as it is try and stay positive my sister is 30 weeks pregnant, when she was 8 wks she started bleeding and it turned out to be a hemorage. I can't remember the exact medical term but the baby ended up being fine. You just never know ! Good luck tomorrow, I'll be praying for you !
@juneandboo I experienced a chemical pregnancy last summer at 5 weeks. It's heartbreaking. Seeing that blood made me feel so helpless and upset. Get some rest and feel better. Thinking of you.
This is also my first pregnancy... And 2 days ago at 7w 2d, I went to the restroom and saw blood, red blood! I panicked and called my mom, which in turn called 911. Long story short, get to the hospital they do blood and urine test, levels were still good and high... Did u/s and baby was good, heart beating 157 bpm, however I have a low lying placenta which he thinks may have caused the bleeding. I go to my first OB appt tomorrow, so she'll be able to shed more light. However, don't you dare give up! I almost did in that ER until my husband said... "Mustard seed faith"!! God bless you and your unborn child. Keep the faith.
DeidreHarr, how long were you bleeding and how much? I'm still bleeding today, but it has tapered off a little. It's consistent but light. Last night was pretty heavy bleeding though.
Honestly, thank you everyone for your kind words. I'll keep you guys posted when we see the doc tomorrow. This has been an insane 24 hours....<3
The good news -- we got preggo the very first month we were TTC, so I'm hopeful that we'd be able to give it another shot without much "time off." Also good -- I was one of those ladies that was excited but also feeling some uneasiness about how I'd adjust my career/life to have a child. This experience has shown me where my priorities really do stand, and I think that if it does end in a miscarriage as I suspect it already has, I know my heart is in it 100% now.
I'm so sorry you are going through this. I went through the same thing at about 6 weeks for my last 2 pregnancies, and was diagnosed with unexplained infertility, but against all odds, i am at 7 weeks this time. Please don't give up hope.
@ohyeeesi I had a positive pregnancy test at 3 weeks. 2 weeks later I woke up just not feeling right. Started bleeding like a period times 1000. It was awful. Went to the doctor 3 days straight to have my levels tested and be examined and it was confirmed.
I'm so sorry you're going through this, like others I've heard of low placentas causing bleeds where the baby was okay. Regardless, we're here to support you no matter what<3 you're in my thoughts and prayers
My heart is breaking for you. I went through that last October at 6 weeks and miscarried. Had that feeling. I had light bleeding over a weekend that started to turn lightly red by a Monday. Darker bleeding by Wednesday then prompted me to call the doc. An ultrasound at that time did not show anything but bloodwork showed I was pregnant. The following day I miscarried. It was so hard. The only thing I will say though is that not all bleeding is due to a miscarriage! Rest up, see your doc and know we are all here for you. Wishing you the best!
Hi ladies, I posted a separate thing here today, but just to confirm -- we went for an ultrasound, but already knew the outcome. It's so hard and helpless to realize how things changed in the blink of an eye. We told our parents the news today. It's been very hard emotionally, mentally and physically -- more than I ever imagined. Even at 6 1/2 weeks, I felt a bond with the little baby growing inside me that I didn't know was possible. Doc says to wait a cycle, then to start trying with the next cycle. For now, I'm just trying to breathe and figure out a way to find some peace. This group has been a blessing, and it's a been an emotional 6 1/2 weeks that I'll always remember. Best wishes to all of you
I can totally empathize as I had a miscarriage in October at 6 weeks. We too got pregnant after only one month of trying. After giving my body the rest of two full cycles I got pregnant again in January. I just had a scan at 6.5 weeks last week and the baby looks great. Miscarriages, especially so early are really common. The next bit of time will be tough but here are my suggestions and what helped me get through: treat yourself to some nice things (i.e. a massage, new dress, etc). Also remember that 1 in 3 pregnancies end in miscarriage but from what I am told, two consecutive ones are not very common. Next time will work and next time will be soon. Good luck to you!
Thank you Lauralise81. It almost felt too perfect to get pregnant right away. I really relate to your experience and your words, and wish you the best. We'll be trying again as soon as we're able, and focusing on healing in the meantime. I bought some yellow flowers to plant around a tree in our front yard as a sort of way to honor this experience.
That's a really beautiful way to honor the experience. I know some people have mixed feelings about these words, but it made me feel better knowing I could get pregnant. I think our bodies just get kind of confused the first time and then make up for it the next time around. Be kind to yourself and take it easy.
Re: Pretty sure I'm miscarrying :(
Evan 16mos (10/15/15)
@BabyRolls when and how did you find out you were experiencing a chemical pregnancy? If you don't mind me asking
My two girls Flower and Ayla Faye
BFP on 11/3/11 - EDD 07/6/12 - DD born 6/27/12 via c-section