When did your periods return after ERPC?

[MiniMincemeat]

I had my second MMC and ERPC 6 weeks ago. I was 8.5 weeks pregnant at ERPC and the baby had stopped growing 2 weeks previously. Pregnancy tests were negative 2 weeks after the ERPC.

My first MMC was similar but ERPC later, at 11 weeks (but baby stopped growing at 6 weeks). I can't remember when my periods returned but I think it was about 5 weeks (or less) after ERPC. I have had DS between the two MMCs

This time I'm pretty sure I ovulated and I've had period-like symptoms for about 2 weeks. We're not using any contraception but I don't feel pregnant and pregnancy tests are negative.

I know it can take longer than this for periods to return but just wanted to see what other people's experiences were. I want to move on and try again

[hmmSleep]

Sorry to hear of your mc Mini.

Probably of no help but I also mc 6 weeks ago, at 9 wks pregnant and still haven't stopped bleeding from that, so I guess my period won't be for a while yet!

I asked gp and she said everyone different, some people start having periods again after 4 weeks, others can take months, and apparently my mc bleeding could also go on for weeks. Little help and encouragement I know, but thought you might like to hear from someone in the same boat. Hope it sorts itself soon.

[MiniMincemeat]

Sorry for your loss hmmsleep...I had no bleeding after my ERPC this time. Just got my period after 7.5 weeks. Phew.

Hope things improve for you.

[clothaddict]

I got mine 5 weeks after erpc and now think I am pg again this month.

[MiniMincemeat]

hope so Clothaddict

[clothaddict]

Thanks. I am very very nervous!! I am 5 weeks and it was a shock to get pg so quickly again but needless to say I am very cautiously happy but very scared too! Don't think I am quite ready emotionally if it doesn't go to plan thsi time. I am in a bit denial at moment until I can actually get a scan and get it all confirmed.

Hope all works for you. xxx

[sh77]

Just bumping. Wondered if anyone could could advise - I had my erpc 7 weeks ago and my period has not arrived. I had cramps 2 weeks ago, which I thought would be a period but no blood. I am getting worried. I will go to EPU on MOn but wondered if anyone had a similar experience.

[sfxmum]

6wks for mine very very strong first few hrs then normal heavy the business as usual the following month

[Horton]

I had an ERPC on 8th Dec following a MMC and got my period on 7th Jan which is pretty much exactly four weeks later.

[JennyJW]

Hi. It took nearly 8 weeks for my period to return after erpc. I had some period pains on and off for about 2 weeks b4 period returned.

[sh77]

Thank you to those who responded. My periods were like clockwork before the MMC and so I guess I am worrying because I didn't expect it to take so long. I can't tell you how relieved I will be when it arrives.

[Malotkins]

Hi

I'm really concerned that it will take a while for my periods to return and my cycle to settle back down so I am starting acupuncture next week. Has anyone tried this with success? I also have reflexology on a regular basis and startd back yesterday (you shouldn't have it in the first 12 weeks) so I hope this will help too.

Hannah

[sh77]

Hi Hannah

Just saw your other post. I started accupuncture on Friday. However, I think something is not right with my uterus since the ERPC in Nov. 7 weeks later, I am still having pain in my boobs and thighs. Also, I have ovd twice and in between, I had period cramps but no blood. Will get scanned tomorrow.

Before my pregnancy, I had a session of acc and fell pregnant a month later but not sure if this was the reason as I was taking vits and using the nclearblue fertility monitor.

[Malotkins]

Hi sh77

I have been seeing an acupuncturist for the past 10 months as I have RSI in my wrists from typing and it has been a great help so I am feeling very positive about this. I don't think my husband is though but he doesn't have much choice in the matter [grin}.

Hannah