Early riser - Several times I have read if you get spotting go and see the doctor. Spotting is really ANY spots of brown or red blood. So you have been spotting. Red is even more a case for going to see the doctor, but mine got be booked in for a scan with just brown spotting last pg. If I were you I'd ring the surgery and ask to speak to the doc, then hecan get you booked in for an earely scan to make sure it's OK. Also they will say that resting doesn't make any difference but I personally think you should rest after spotting, cos I did last pg and it went away each time, and at least you know you've done what you could. Also it might be a problem with implantation in which case my common sense would tell me that rest would help.
In my experience it could well be the walk with backpack as last pg I bled/spotted about 4 or 5 times and each time was either after I'd lifted something heavy or one time when I went for a brisker walk than usual.
here is an article on Midwifery Today which might be of interest:
At Risk For Miscarriage
by Valerie El Halta
Following are suggestions for preventing miscarriage which I have found to be very effective both personally and professionally:1. Refrain from sexual relations or any sexual stimulation when any spotting has occurred, now and during the time of your normal menses thereafter.2. Take 3 grams of citrus bioflavinoids daily to strengthen the immune system and capillary walls. Avoid all other over the counter medications or medicinal herbs. Please remember that if an herb has a medicinal effect, it is acting as a drug. Many of the stronger herbs act as abortifacients.3. If spotting has occurred, complete bed rest is advisable for the next three days. When spotting ceases and if no cramping is felt, complete bed rest is usually no longer necessary. You should continue to rest for two hours in the afternoon with feet elevated. Extra rest is essential, and taking an afternoon nap should become a habit.4. If you have had several previous children and your uterine tone has become lax, it is a good idea to raise the foot of your bed to prevent pressure on the cervix.5. Avoid hot baths and showers. Do not sleep on a heated waterbed or use electric blankets, all of which may increase bleeding.6. Avoid lifting, especially toddlers and other living things.7. Avoid using caffeine (coffee, tea, cola drinks, etc.).An inevitable abortion cannot and should not be prevented, but even so, you will have peace of mind knowing that you have done everything possible to prevent it. If you experience heavy bleeding, or bleeding with the passage of clots or cramping, please call us immediately so we may properly advise you or refer you for medical care. In most instances of miscarriage, a D&C operation is not necessary. However, if the miscarriage is incomplete, this procedure may be advised.We want to help all we can during this time, so please do not hesitate to call. We are here for you whether the need be physical, emotional or spiritual.