I am really hoping someone may be able to share their experience or offer advice...
I am 14 weeks pregnant, my recent scan showed severe hydrops (fluid on organs) and I was told the baby would not survive birth and I would most likely miscarry in the next few weeks. We are currently waiting on the CVS test result but regardless of the diagnosis, I am facing the choice of waiting for a spontaneous miscarriage or opting for a medical or surgical termination. I would much rather plan for a termination as the idea of having a late miscarriage or even still birth terrifies me and I couldn't bare waiting for the worst.
My preference would be for a surgical procedure but the earliest appointment I can get is 3 weeks away. I may miscarry before then and if not, I find it really traumatic to think that the baby would be even more developed.
Alternatively I could be induced with a medical termination next week but I have a family member who went through this and found it extremely traumatic, not just to see the baby but to be in a delivery ward surrounded by newborns and labouring mums.
Has anyone been in a similar situation or had experience of either of these options? This is a planned and much wanted pregnancy but I would prefer to terminate as soon as possible... It's my second pregnancy and I have the weekly milestones swimming around my head and as each week passes, I know I will find it more and more upsetting.
Please forgive me if this post has upset anyone, or triggered unhappy memories. I hope I've posted it in an appropriate place.