Positive test 4 months after MMC - hold my hand

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I can’t believe it. I’ve been feeling off all week, took a gazillion tests and kept thinking I could see squinters but that I was kidding myself. Just tested using today’s FMU and got this 😭 I had a MMC in October and it was devastating. I said to myself should I be lucky to get pregnant again I’ll be waiting until scans etc to tell anyone except DH obviously. Is it silly for me to have hope? How will I get through the coming weeks?! Any advice very welcome 🥲😌🥹

Firstly congratulations! Secondly, it's absolutely fine to tell a few people who you're close to for some support, just ask them to keep it to themselves. It's not silly to have hope, I really hope it works out for you :)

Have you considered getting an early scan rather than waiting for the NHS 12 week one?

I've had 2 MMC now and really hoping for a positive test again soon. I was lucky to find out it wasn't going to work out around 6 weeks both times which I'm glad about so I'd recommend the private scans for that reason.

Thank you :) yes I think I will. Last time we went for a private scan around 10.5 weeks and was told it looked as if it had stopped progressing around 7 weeks so similarly, I wish I had known then instead of feeling I was getting closer to the “safe” point of 12 weeks. I think it’ll take a bit of courage tbh because that day was the worst of my life but I would rather know early on. Still, trying to think positive thoughts and not assume something will happen just because it did last time. So sorry to hear about your losses and I hope you get your positive soon xx

It's really hard doing it all again after a loss so I understand. Think positive and take care of yourself :)

Hand hold. I’m in the same position. MMC in September and found out a couple of weeks ago. I felt it was too soon (night of conception I actually turned to my husband and suggested we use contraception for a bit going forward). But here we are, and taking it one day at a time.

For what it is worth, my EPU have offered a scan at 8 weeks (though my last pregnancy ended a bit later than that) so it may be worth checking and saving yourself a bit of money if you are up to it.

It is so hard to get a positive after a loss... even though it is everything you wish for, it just starts the worry wheel in motion.

I have had 3 miscarriages and one TFMR in 1st trimester. But I have just put my 2 year old to bed, and I'm currently 22w pregnant again.

I know the feeling of excitement of a positive test that also makes you feel sick to your stomach. But, there is no reason why after 1 MMC that you shouldn't carry this baby to term.

Wishing you all the best x

Just wanted to message, I’m in the same boat - MMC in October at 8 weeks (only found out at my 12 week scan) and tested positive on Sunday! Absolutely terrified but trying to keep optimistic. Sending lots of love and best wishes! xxx