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Pregnant after MC due December 14

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Penguin13 · 03/04/2014 09:07

If you're pregnant after a previous MC and due in December 14 this is the thread for you.

If you're an obsessive knicker-checker or just want someone to chat to who knows where you're coming from you'll fit right in.

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LaceyLee · 22/04/2014 18:42

Welcome sollers and beers. Beers it sounds like this was a bit of a surprise/unplanned? No wonder you're a bit unsure of everything - hopefully when you've had a few days to let it sink in you'll feel better.

My DH is also slightly fed up of me now! I have been moaning about feeling sick and tired and he's a bit over it now...only 8 months to go! (Hopefully). He seems really sure that this one will work out, hoping he is right

Sollers · 22/04/2014 18:54

Thanks for the welcomes ladies!
Penguin Don't ask why I'm crying, I probably don't know, just give me a big cuddle and pretend this is completely normal behaviour this is totally the correct drill.

beers and sympathy. how do you feel about being pregnant again?

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Penguin13 · 22/04/2014 19:17

Beers welcome. Sorry I missed your post before. I'm not surprised you're still feeling a bit wobbly with everything you've been through. Hope Friday's appointment is a positive one.

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beershuffle · 22/04/2014 19:28

I really dont know. I guess if I thought it would be plain sailing I would be happy, but Idont think I can cope with another one like the last...multiple scans, blood tests, weekly apts, then a mc anyway, as well as complications after the erpc.
I guess Im just expecting the worst and cant get excited at all.

geewaf · 23/04/2014 07:42

So been slightly freaked out since I last posted - had a tiny bit of blood the other day - it really was microscopic and I am sure many people would not have even noticed it - oh how I envy pregnant ladies who don't check every time they go to the loo!

But it did freak me out - tears were shed. There's been nothing since so trying not to think about it (haha- impossible).

It's really not easy being pregnant after MC

FranksBobot · 23/04/2014 07:58

Oh Gee, you poor thing. Is it possible it could be a water infection? Sometimes the only symptom is minimal blood when weeing. (Our erm "holes" so to speak are super close together so possible it may be from uretha)
Try and distract yourself and take it easy for the day.

geewaf · 23/04/2014 08:16

Thanks franks - hadn't thought of that. I had quite a bit of bleeding when pregnant with my DD so trying not to worry....

Does anyone know how to fast forward time by a few weeks ?!?!?!

FranksBobot · 23/04/2014 09:25

If you figure out how to fast forward time please let me know!!! Just get me to 12 weeks and I'll be happy!!

Ive decided positive thinking is my mission for the day, I bought some pregnancy support tablets yesterday (3 months worth) as this baby WILL stay put. I'm off to asda later to stock up on lots of fruit and veg as my diet could do with some improvement. Although have serious wind issues this morning so dread to think what I'll be like after eating wind producing foods!
The sun is shining here and I'm going to make my mood match it!

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Penguin13 · 23/04/2014 09:29

Geewaf if you figure out how to fast forward time let me know! I'm sorry to hear you were freaked out by your recent bleeding. As you know it doesn't necessarily mean something sinister although I know how scary it is. If you do get worried there is no harm in calling your midwife to discuss your concerns. I had a very small amount of bleeding recently but I was fortunately prepared for the possibility as when I had my scan at 6+3 they had noted a small area of bleeding. Apparently this is quite common and they don't really know what causes it. It either gets reabsorbed into your body or can be expelled. They certainly didn't seem very concerned about mine. Remind me, do you have an early scan booked?

I am having a mini-wobble as I don't feel very pregnant today. I do still have the sore boobs but then I think it could just be pectoral muscle pain from bad posture. I know I am being ridiculous and that symptoms come and go I just can't wait to get to next Thursday evening. Deep breaths, 'today I am pregnant'.

Lacey am I right in thinking your scan is tomorrow? How are you holding up? Remind me, who else is heading for scans soon?

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Penguin13 · 23/04/2014 09:30

Cross post Franks. What a great attitude. I could do with adopting that positive attitude

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PresidentSpreadable · 23/04/2014 11:05

I've got an early scan at 7+4 on Friday morning. Dreading it. Utterly convinced it will be another mmc, or empty sac, or measuring too small.

Oh well.

Even if it all looks ok, still another 5.5 weeks until the next scan, anything could go wrong. I'm trying very hard to stay positive, but I just can't.

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Penguin13 · 23/04/2014 11:19

President I understand how you feel and the waiting is utterly shit. I won't tell you not to worry as I know that it's nearly impossible not to. There's not long to go now even if it feels like forever. You're right, things can go wrong but if things look good at 7+4 your baby has a strong chance. One tip I picked up from another board is to mention to the person doing the ultrasound that you have had a previous mc and to please tell you straight away if they can see a heartbeat and things look ok. Sending lots of calming vibes and a hug your way. Today you are pregnant.

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PresidentSpreadable · 23/04/2014 12:20

That's a really good tip, thanks Penguin. I feel worn out by possible motherhood already, when does the enjoyable bit start?!

LaceyLee · 23/04/2014 13:01

Hi all, president that sounds hard, I have my scan tmrw. I'm also feeling pretty nervous and ill only be 6+3 by then so it might be too early to tell me much. I would quite like to fast forward to the 12 week point as well!! First day back at work for me, have only had a few waves of nausea and it's been ok so far.

Sollers · 23/04/2014 13:28

Fingers crossed for your scans, guys. I hope you all have very good news.

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Penguin13 · 23/04/2014 13:59

What time is your scan tomorrow Lacey?

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LaceyLee · 23/04/2014 14:07

4pm! Scared! Ill be at work before which will hopefully be good and take my mind off it. And I can go home afterwards and hopefully be happy!!!

PresidentSpreadable · 23/04/2014 14:16

I will be keeping fx crossed for you Lacey.

PresidentSpreadable · 23/04/2014 14:17

duh, fx for you obviously.

FranksBobot · 23/04/2014 14:54

Good luck Lacey, president and all others who have scans soon. FX for lots of healthy heartbeats and strong growing babies.
I'm moving house at the weekend so haven't registered with a midwife yet but is first thing on my to do after we've moved list! I'm hoping they will allow me to have a reassurance scan quite quickly as I'm so unsure of my dates.

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Penguin13 · 23/04/2014 16:23

Hey Beer how are you doing today? With your history I think it is completely normal to be feeling pessimistic and finding it hard to get excited. Hopefully that will come with time once you are a bit further along. Unfortunately taking things one day at a time is the only way. I know there are a few people on here with more than one loss but you may also find the board under pregnancy with the title along the lines of 'pregnant after miscarriage + today we are pregnant' useful as a resource. There seem to a lot of ladies with rmc on that board who may be able to offer some additional words of wisdom and comfort.

Keeping everything crossed for you tomorrow Lacey. Let us know how you get on.

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LaceyLee · 23/04/2014 16:54

Thanks everyone, it's nice to have support on here I shall definitely let you know!

Dottydadoo · 23/04/2014 17:07

I've got a scan booked at 8w, a week on Sat. Cannot wait to know 1 way or the other.
Good luck to everyone who has a scan coming up...

LaceyLee · 23/04/2014 18:12

Hi all, just been time wasting googling stuff and found these stats about mc.... I'm a bit of a stats geek so I found it interesting and thought if share. It does tell me that I was really unlucky to have my first mc tho!!

sites.google.com/site/miscarriageresearch/miscarriage-general

CakesALot · 23/04/2014 18:18

Hi ladies!

Sorry I disappeared for a while, life has been a bit manic! I finally had my scan today - for those who need a recap,I got pregnant in the wtf cycle and have had spotting pretty much since I got my bfp and also 2 actual bleeds as well. But the scan today showed a healthy little bean with a lovely heart beat! I measured 7+5 which is about what I thought. I feel very reassured but there's still that niggle of terror there. They couldn't see any cause for the bleeding so it's just one of those things apparently!

Just wanted to share some good news. Hope everyone is doing ok and good luck for those upcoming scans xx

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