Hi! I just need a little encouragement. I'm almost nine weeks on my second pregnancy (first ended at 5 w). We had our first ultrasound last Tuesday and all was well with a healthy heartbeat.
But, last night I had some bright red streaks of blood followed by off and on brown spotting since then. I did go on a 2 mile walk yesterday, which is the most I've done since being pregnant but no challenge at all for me (prior to bfp, I ran 3 miles easily). I've also has some straining during bowel movements (sorry, tmi) that seem to make the spotting worst. I still have all my symptoms and still feel pregnant. With my loss, I just had this gut feeling it was over, but I don't feel that way now. I really think it's all ok, but still I can't stop worrying. Someone calm my nerves!
Re: Encouragement needed
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That being said, I'd call your doctor to report it. They'll tell you what they want you to do (for example stay off your feet, avoid sex etc.) and they may ask you to come in. Hang in there!
I use relaxation techniques when I get worked up, and they really help.
One good one is: Find something that will stimulate every sense: Doesn't have to be complicated, just look around you and become aware of what you are seeing, hearing, smelling, touching, and tasting. Be in the moment of focusing on those things. This helps ground me and get me out of the feedback loops in my head.
Another good one is to consciously begin to take slow, deep breaths and think about something that makes you happy. This is one of my go to fear busters.
Finally, I have imagined a safe place- it can be anywhere (real or not). I made it as real and detailed as I could. I also connected it with a word. I practice being in this place every morning and evening using my word. So, when I feel stressed, I can whisper my word, close my eyes, and go to my safe place for a while.
These aren't really what you were looking for, but they help me when I am uncertain and upset. So, I thought I'd throw them out there. Sending you positive thoughts...
TTC #1 - Nov '14
DS born 10/18