okay...i was supposed to start my period on the 30th of July...well 2 days before that i had very light pink spotting but that was it. I've taken 5 pregnancy tests all of them were positive. i haven't been to the doctor yet though. My boyfriend had expressed concerns about me having a miscarriage because the last girl he was with had a miscarriage and he thought maybe it had something to do with his sperm. I'm over a week late on my period now. If i was going to have a miscarriage would it have already happened by now or am i just naive about it. because i really don't know anything about that. and is a miscarriage really due to the mans sperm or does it have to do with something wrong with the woman? Or am i just thinking too much about it...i'm really nervous, i really want this baby and so does he, i just hate to think that something might happen to it.
2006-08-08 02:45:31 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Your uterus is steching and light spotting is normal.
Also, in early stages of pregnancy, you might experience light spotting around the time of when your period is due.
Miscarriages are mainly not due to the mans' sperm. When it happens without an apparent reason, you can't know why. I had one last year and no doctor could tell me why. Unless the reasons are very obvious (you are sick, have had fertility problems in the past, drinking, drugs, etc..). These things also are different from woman to woman.
What I also didn't know when I had mine is that 30% of all women have a misscariage! That is a huge number!
I mean, there is a chance that there is something wrong with your boyfriends sperm and there is achance that NOTHING is wrong.
It could be a totaly differnt thing, something to do with you or just simply, that nothing to do with both of yous and it just wasn't meant to be at this time. I know that this sounds harsh, but that is reality. I know I was hit very hard when it happened, but you will eventually get over it and will have a chance to try again.
You need to see a doctor if you are concerned, only he will be able to determine. They can do a vagainal ultrasound (when it's an early pregnancy, they will not be able to detect the baby via regular ultrasound).
You can also visit the following Website:
babycenter.com
or get hold of the book called what to expect when expecting
The webiste might answer some of the questions you have now and if you subscribe, they will send you weekly updates and pictures on how your baby is progressing. The book is also an excellent source of information.
Just keep in mind that every pregnancy is different and what happened to your boyfriends ex might be a totally different ball game for you. Try to stay positive and see a Doctor if the spotting continues.
Best of Luck.
2006-08-08 03:09:10 · answer #1 · answered by Jojo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A miscarriage can occur any time during the first 3 months of pregnancy, but the only way you'll have a miscarriage is if there is something wrong with the baby, God doesn't take the healthy ones that can live happy, healthy lives!! A miscarriage has nothing to do with the sperm, stop worrying and get yourself to a doctor girl! Congratulations!
2006-08-08 10:21:27 · answer #2 · answered by Jessica 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with your doctor. I, too, had a little spotting over the weekend, and I was told it doesn't necessarily mean a miscarriage, and to take it easy and stay off my feet for the rest of the weekend. I'm not sure if a man's sperm can cause a miscarriage. If the spotting lasted only a day or two, and you haven't had anymore spotting, you should be okay. Just take it easy and talk to your doctor when you can. I hope everything works out ok.
2006-08-08 10:14:18 · answer #3 · answered by Courtney B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Miscarriage does not have to do with the sperm. A miscarriage could happened because the woman's body "rejects" the fetus, or the fetus is too weak.
A miscarriage can happen at any time during the pregnancy, but tends to happen within the first 3 or 4 months.
Go to your doctor and have a test done to ensure you really are pregnant.
2006-08-08 09:51:39 · answer #4 · answered by Angyles Cerddoriaeth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Miscarrige can happen up to your 14th week ( first 3 months ) of pregnancy. You're not out of the water, and I don't think it has anything to do with his sperm , unless he has an STD that he's given to the other girl or you.. that could cause miscarriages. ALSO miscarriages up to the 6th week of pregnancy are very common. Most women don't know they're even miscarrying, it's like a heavy period.
Get an STD test, see a doctor. Those are the only words of advice I can offer besides that it is normal to spot during any stage of pregnancy.
2006-08-08 09:51:22 · answer #5 · answered by Imani 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really need to speak to your doctor about this. pregnancy tests aren't 100% accurate, but I think if you've done that many it's pretty certain you're pregnant. Miscarraiges can be a result of many things. It is possible the male's sperm is responsible, buyt it's just as likely a problem with the female, or simply an incompatibility of both. Your doctor will be able to give you the best advice, right now you need to try and not worry, stress is not good for th baby, and look after yourself. It's great that your in a stable relationship and have the support of your boyfriend.
2006-08-08 09:56:02 · answer #6 · answered by Merqury33 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a miscarriage can happen at any time. after three months, it has a different name but at any time during a pregnancy u can lose your baby, usually with a miscarriage it is painful and alot of bleeding. not always though. the mans sperm can sometimes affect the unborn child more than most know if he does drugs and bad habits like that. my best advice would be to get your butt to a doctor and find out yourself just to be sure. good luck with your baby!
2006-08-08 09:56:47 · answer #7 · answered by sunflower23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, yes you could be pregnant. Secondly, most of the time there is no known cause for miscarriage. There is a higher chance for miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) during the first trimester. If you've had 5 positive pregnancy tests then either go to your local Health Department or your private physician to determine what options you have from here. Peace out.
2006-08-08 09:54:15 · answer #8 · answered by Diana C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are going to be fine. The spotting you experienced is very normal. Heavy bleeding is not so normal. I'm not a doctor but, I know that miscarriages can happen for multiple reasons. Just because your boyfriends ex girlfriend experienced one does not give you a greater chance of having one too. You are going to be fine and you're going to have a healthy baby. I can sense by your concerns that you're going to make a terrific mother. Good luck and God bless you, your family and your little one.
2006-08-08 09:59:18 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations on your baby. A miscarriage does not have to do with the man's sperm. A miscarriage can occur because of stress, diabetes, and multiple problems. But you should go to the doctor to let him/her check you out.
2006-08-08 09:55:55 · answer #10 · answered by MiamiChick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋