Spotting and slow fetal heartbeat :(

[scaredQ]

I am 7+3 (since first day of last period) and on Monday I had some spotting. Went to A&E who did bloods where HCG was 2800 and scheduled a early pregnancy scan for Wednesday. At that the baby measured 6+1 (I know there is a large degree of error in this) so potentially measuring small and the heart rate was slow. I don't know exactly what it was though. I have to go back next week for another scan. I am so scared. I'm not even sure why I am posting - I don't think there is anything that can be done. I don't know what to do with myself - I am scared to let myself hope.

Just feel like I was too happy about this and am being punished in some way :(

Don't worry too much! When the heart first starts it can be off rhythm and too slow before it gets going. Someone in another thread had this happen but had the follow up scan this week and it was a strong happy heartbeat and growing baby. Try not to worry and look after yourself

Oh, OP huge hugs for you, you must be worried sick. You're right, measurements aren't accurate this early, you could easily have ovulated later than average. Keep positive, baby has a heart beat. That's a very good start. I've had a bleed in 2 pregnancies it went both ways for me but was obvious at the scan.bim sure someone more knowledgeable will be along soon, I just want you to know you're not alone, post your fears and let us help xxx

Thank you for your kind words @lucymagoo and @Mysa74!

I don't even know what to say or think...feel very achy and crampy but also know every little thing is magnified. It's going to be a long week!

Unfeeling odd down there is normal, loads of hormones floating around and the blood supply is increasing... Take it as a good sign unless proved otherwise. I think you're right, it will be a long week... Pregnancy is like that though. I don't know if other agree, especially as a first time mum it's a rollercoaster. You're all excited to tell someone, go to the booking apt and they're all matter of fact and just fill in forms, then the huge wait for the 12 week scan, full of worries and bursting to tell your good news...

So experiencing lots more bleeding and clots. Soaked a pad in less than 2 hours. Outpatient maternity said only go to A&E if it's running down your leg and you can't contain the bleeding. So what do I do? Just sit at home and wait? And what then?

I am really scared to go to A&E - to sit on my own bleeding!

I'm sorry op, bleeding as you have described doesn't sound very good. Smaller measurements and slow heart rates are not good combinations, I know because I've had a few miscarriages myself. Give your EPU a call in the morning and get them to do a scan.

Sorry meant to add, A&E won't be able to do anything for you re the pregnancy. The only reason for you to attend would be if your life were in danger from the bleeding, which doesn't sound like it is the case -luckily. Take paracetamol for cramping and drink plenty of fluids. X

Thank you @calimommy for replying! And for your guidance!

@scaredQ I don’t have any advice but just hear for support. I’m in the first trimester too and had some bleeding this weekend, I know how scary and emotional it can be. Rest up and try to relax xxxx

Thank you @Cafeaulait27! I hope you have some good news coming! It's so scary and emotional. xx

@scaredQ how are you doing today?

I’m still getting brown discharge and now have a scan at EPU on Thursday 🤞 so much uncertainty in these early weeks

Hi @Cafeaulait27 - I hope your scan goes well! Will keep my fingers crossed for you x

Still bleeding but not as much and not feeling as crampy. I have my scan on Wednesday morning but think I know it's not going to be a good outcome now. The waiting is horrible.

How did it go @scaredQ ?

I feel pretty sure I’ve miscarried now, but scan tomorrow ☹️

Aw @Cafeaulait27 - I'm so sorry. It's such a horrible drawn out experience.

So I did miscarry - I knew I had on Sunday but still had that little glimmer of hope until the scan. I have to go back again next week for another scan to check progress of everything. We are very sad but it's also kind of a relief to know for sure.

I truly hope your glimmer of hope turns out better xx

@scaredQ I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️

Thank you for your kind wishes, what will he will be...