Question about miscarriage and pregnancy?

Question

I had a miscarriage in September. Ultrasound revealed I carried it for a month while it was dead. I never had craps or bleeding and felt fine like my symptoms went away. Even after everything came out I never bled. Anyways I got pregnant 6 weeks later. Now I am so paranoid. I run to the bathroom every half hour bc Im scared that Im bleeding. Every little ache and pain I freak out. Im so scared it is going to happen again. Has anyone been through have anything to say or anything I can do?? My first appointment is January 18th and I will be like 12 weeks then and Im going crazy wondering if my baby is ok........

Answer 1

What you first had was a missed miscarriage... where you lose the baby but nothing passes. Losing symptoms is a big sign of that. My friend had a miscarriage at 12 weeks and right before it she lost all her symptoms.
So, feeling sick and all the other symptoms is a GOOD sign for you. If you are really worried or think your symptoms have stopped again, you can schedule an appointment earlier... they will be able to tell right away if your baby is still growing by feeling how big your uterus is but pushing on the outside... if you can't wait that long, go in for an ultrasound or insist on seeing the doctor sooner... that is what I would do.
I had spotting, loss of symptoms, and cramping at 8 weeks with this pregnancy (I am due July 3rd) and I scheduled a early visit and they did an ultrasound and the baby is okay. If you press it, they will do what they can to reassure you that you baby is fine.
I hope everything works out! God Bless and Have a Great Christmas!!

Answer 2

That is tough. I totally understand what you are going through. Unfortunately you can really only wait to see the doctor. There really isn't much you can do this early. Once you reach 10-12 weeks you can buy a baby heartbeat detector and use that at home to help you listen to the baby's heart beat between appointments. That can be very reassuring. Just don't freak out if you can't find the heartbeat at first or all the time those first few weeks. The baby is still so small even the doctor can sometimes have a hard time finding it until you get a little further along. Congratulations on this pregnancy and Good Luck! I hope it goes well for you.

Answer 3

I totally understand what you are going through!! I had a miscarriage summer of 1997. Then I found out in October (1997) I was pregnant, miscarried November (1997) found out I was pregnant January (1998) Went to the OB doctor February (1998) and found out I was 4.5 months pregnant (no wonder my pants weren't fitting!!) !!!! I never lost the baby. Yes I went to my Doctor after wards, yes she did a pelvic, the only reason why I went back to the doctor in January was I didn't feel right and I hadn't had a period since my so called miscarriage. LOL then my son was 6 weeks early!! I felt like I wasn't pregnant for very long!!


Just hang in there !!! There is nothing you can do to make yourself feel better. It will just take time.

Answer 4

When I was trying to get pregnant w/ my 2nd I had a miscarriage around 6 -7 weeks,,Then i got pregnant again about 2 months later and at 6 weeks found out I had a blighted ovum..About 2 months after that i ended up pregnant again and was terrified!!! Well everything was fine until about 13 weeks I started to bleed and found out I was bleeding behind my placenta..I was on bed rest for 2 1/2 months but delivered a 8.3 pound baby boy..I`m now caring my 3rd and I haven`t been to the doctor yet and I do worry about it at times...Just relax and think positive..I hope for the best for you...

Answer 5

I can relate. I had a miscarriage Sept. 5, 2006 due to an incompetent cervix at 3 months. It was my first pregnancy and I took it hard. The problem is I'm scared to get pregnant again. Even though my doctor explained the procedure to correct my cervix, the whole experience was emotionally painful and I don't know what I'd do if it happened again. However, you should really relax and communicate with your doctor as much as possible. Pay attention to your body. Get as much rest as you can. Pregnancy is nothing to take lightly. You'll be fine!

Answer 6

I went through the same thing. I would love to tell you that you will stop worrying at a certain time but I worried right up until my daughters birth. Make sure you are taking your extra folic acid and your pregnancy vitamins. It really is important right now. I asked for an ultrasound, which they did at 8 weeks and again at 12 weeks. Maybe they will give you one if you tell them how concerned you are. Have to be at least 8 weeks to see a good heartbeat flicker. Then it still might not show as well as later on. Prayers for you and baby.

Answer 7

While this won't help with the nerves...I can say, I've been through it and it's perfectly normal to feel like that. Just TRY to remain calm and think positive thoughts. Take care of yourself and I'm sure everything is fine...and for the record, I know many women who have had a miscarriage and then gone on to have 2 or 3 healthy children. In my case, I had a beautiful baby girl, a tubal pregnancy, miscarriage, another beautiful baby girl, another miscarriage and I'm currently 19 weeks pg with my 3th baby girl. Best of luck to you!!

Answer 8

Try not to worry it will only make things worse. My brothers girlfiend had the same thing her baby was dead inside her for 6 weeks. She is pregnant again and due in two months everything is fine. You could go to the doctors sooner and ask them to listen to the babys heart, that will put your mind at rest and then try to chill out it will help you both. Good luck with everything.

Answer 9

I'm so sorry all that happened to you. Don't freak yourself out! Try some peaceful music and rest or some yoga for pregnancy. Anything relaxing. Tell yourself your fine and talk to your baby. Just rest a lot, maybe go on a little vacation after christmas? Just stay positive and happy!

Answer 10

I did the same when I had my 1st child, I misscarried 3 months prior to getting pregnant with her, I was very paranoid! You need to call your OB & tell them your past the Entire story you just told us & see if they can get you in for a ultrasound or find a new one that will!