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Bleeding at 12 weeks, so sad...

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mumum1 · 23/02/2020 18:14

I had been praying for this baby for so long I don't think I can get over it if I've lost my baby.

I'm 12 weeks today and about an hour ago I noticed a little spotting and it's getting worse.

Spoke to the maternity unit and as it's out of hours they've told me i can't be seen until tomorrow and that I should get some rest and take some paracetamol.

I can't lose my baby but I feel so helpless.

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anjahaa · 23/02/2020 20:22

Lovely I was exactly in your shoes 48 hours ago, you might even seen my own post.

I'm a few weeks earlier than you and all day Friday I had a feeling like my period was about to come on, just a heavyness in my stomach.

In the evening I wiped and there was some pink/red blood, like my period was away to start. I was an absolute mess, absolutely positive I was losing my baby, I also started cramping, bad enough to take paracetamol and I never normally take painkillers.

I booked a private scan for the following day. It was 6am before I got to sleep and even then I woke up at 8.30am. Went along for my scan, in tears the entire way, absolutely prepared to have the worst news of my life. Then we saw our little nugget on the screen, kicking his feet and his little heart beat pumping away.

The lady had a look and found some bruising on my uterus which appeared to be the cause of the bleed.

After the scan I started bleeding a bit heavier, enough to show in a pad. Gave me quiet a scare again but it makes sense. With the scanner on my belly, and the pressure on my already bruised uterus, I'm not surprised that there was some irritation! Again, cramping has continued but I'm much less worried.

I'm going to phone EPU tomorrow anyway, but honestly, getting the private scan was the best thing I could've done, as my EPU weren't going to see me on the basis of how light my bleeding was.

If it'll give you peace of mind maybe have a look into it. It cost £70 but worth every single penny.

My fingers are crossed for you lovely, but please don't lose all hope. Try to get some sleep so you're rested for tomorrow. Please let us know how you get on, I'm going to be thinking of you ❤️❤️

All the best lovely x

ScarlettBlaize · 23/02/2020 20:24

Noone will scan you tonight. Go to the EPU as early as possible tomorrow.

Sorry, I've been there xx

SecretWitch · 23/02/2020 20:25

So sorry you are experiencing this, op.💐. Please know your MN community is here 24/7. We are from places all over and in different time zones.

PixieDustt · 23/02/2020 20:25

Oh OP I am sorry to hear this.
I also had bright red bleeding at 12 weeks with small clots.
Like you I had a dating scan in a few days but I got a private scan as I couldn't go the weekend not knowing. I was convinced that was it.
I had good news and a very strong HB they didn't know why I bled and said it can just be one of them things.
Hoping you have the same results.
Just thought I'd comment to give you some reassurance.
Please don't feel silly. Don't wish you didn't tell anyone.

mumum1 · 23/02/2020 20:26

Thank you @anjahaa and everyone else who has shared positive stories.

Going to try get some sleep. Just had a really bad few years and this pregnancy was a glimmer of hope that things might be getting better.

If I can't get an appointment at the EPU will book a private scan tomorrow

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YakkityYakYakYak · 23/02/2020 20:43

So sorry you’re going through this, it’s horrible having to wait to find out what’s going on.

I had a massive haemorrhage at 12 weeks exactly, soaked through all my clothes and passed some huge clots the size of golf balls. I was sent home from A&E and told to come for a scan the next day, and was utterly convinced that it was a miscarriage. I was astonished to see my baby kicking away on the scan the following afternoon. They called it a subchorionic haematoma.

So, I just really wanted to say don’t lose hope. I really hope you get some positive news tomorrow. Sending love and hugs for whatever tomorrow brings.

Elliesmommy · 23/02/2020 20:56

Fingers crossed for you. Sending you hugs x

jadey0885 · 23/02/2020 20:56

@mumum1
I'm really sorry to hear what you are going through.
It must me hard. Try and relax. If the pain get worse you should 100% go A&e. Don't wait till tomorrow.

I lost 2 babies myself. Although I didn't experience cramping but I had the bleeding and lost them both at home.

How are you feeling now. I'll be praying for you

mumum1 · 23/02/2020 21:11

Thanks for all your messages. Really can't sleep, but then again it is quite early still.

Keep checking for any changes every 5 mins. Bleeding and clots just getting worse.

Hoping and praying with everything I have that the baby is ok.

Thanks for all your messages, really helping at the moment especially as I feel too sad to tell anyone irl.

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Kannet · 24/02/2020 06:42

Wishing you best of luck today

CloMo1995 · 24/02/2020 06:53

Wishing you the best of luck today, fingers crossed for you xx

WinterRose92 · 24/02/2020 07:23

Wishing you the best of luck today. Sending lots of love x

Wonderland18 · 24/02/2020 07:45

Good luck today, sending love Flowers

GrannyBags · 24/02/2020 07:54

Wishing you the best for today Flowers

Birdyfly · 24/02/2020 07:59

Thinking of you OP x

jadey0885 · 24/02/2020 08:05

@mumum1
How are you feeling this morning x

mumum1 · 24/02/2020 08:08

Thanks for all your messages,

I rang the EPU at 8 exactly and they've told me I won't be seen today as they're fully booked but will get me seen tomorrow.

I will call my midwife now just to see if there's anything I can do.

Otherwise when the private ultrasound place opens at 10 I will give them a ring to see if I can be seen today.

Feeling low, just would like to know what's going on

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MeanMrMustardSeed · 24/02/2020 08:09

Thinking of you today, OP.

anjahaa · 24/02/2020 08:11

Thinking of you ❤️

mumum1 · 24/02/2020 08:14

Midwife advised that all I can do is wait for the EPU to call me back for an appointment.

Countdown to 10am starts, when I can call the private ultrasound place

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jadey0885 · 24/02/2020 08:19

Aww bless @mumum1
Are you still cramping and bleeding? X

FriedasCarLoad · 24/02/2020 08:20

I had a heavy bleed (a pint?) and 30m of contractions at 9 weeks. The baby survived. Hope you have the same little miracle. Flowers

kevintheorangecarrot · 24/02/2020 08:30

Hoping all is OK. Xx

mumum1 · 24/02/2020 08:37

Still cramping and bleeding, more brown now

Have booked a private scan online for 12. Hopefully will have some answers.

Trying to keep positive, especially after other people have been through this and it been fine

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jadey0885 · 24/02/2020 08:59

Jeep us updated me love... fingers crossed for you ❤️❤️