False News about My Miscarriage! I'm amazed and shocked...

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Cathlete
If you have read my posts below about "high risk" and pregnancy, this is an update. I had my 2nd blood test today, and my HCG levels are UP! The nurse on Wednesday (not my usual nurse) had said my HCG levels were too low for how pregnant I was supposed to be, and that I could most likely expect miscarriage based on my history of 2 previous miscarriages. I went in today for my 2nd blood test (not expecting ANY good news), and the nurse just called and told me that my levels were just fine, right where they should be!! I was SHOCKED and amazed and so happy I could burst my buttons! She was surprised to hear what the other nurse had told me - that it is not right to tell Moms that they will "likely" miscarry based on a one-time blood sample! So I was just amazed! I've been a bit crampy, which worries me still, but I'm going to hang in there!! I'm sooooo surprised!!! They will do an ultrasound on December 2nd to see how things are going. I'm just crossing fingers and toes and praying that this will be OK.

Thank you so much to you supportive ladies. I'm about as surprised as I have ever been. I just cried and cried on Wednesday, couldn't sleep all night, worried about it - and now it just seems like a 2nd chance. :D
 
HEY!!! That's WONDERFUL!!!!
From your other email I assumed after you got your low HCG level you had another event in which you concluded a miscarriage! I know (well, after reading like crazy) that low HCG levels do NOT mean anything negative, it ALL depends on the raising rate - if you're doubling or whatever. So that they are rising is GREAT!
OOoOOoOoOO I'm so happy for you!!! GOOD LUCK GOOD LUCK GOOD LUCK!
:7 :7 :7
 
That is great news, please keep us posted...and dont forget that sometimes when you feel crampy it just means your uterus is getting bigger.
 
that is so wonderful!!! i am so very glad for you. i will pray that this baby stays put. get some rest and lots of tlc.
 
Wow - what an emotional rollercoaster for you and your family! I'm so happy that you got such wonderful news!:)

Erica
 
Thank you guys.

It has truly been a roller coaster week. The initial nurse who called was just so pessimistic about my pregnancy that it extinguished my hope. After 2 miscarriages, it's easy to believe that something is wrong. My regular nurse today was so reassuring, and gave me hope again. I'm still guarded, but floating on a cloud in a way. Thanks everyone. I hope to be a regular poster here if this pregnancy progresses. I'm sorry to have brought my sadness & miscarriage thoughts onto this board - I'm sure it's a bummer for all of you who are blessedly having great pregnancies or who are TTC. Thank you all for your patience! - Sarah
 
Hi!

I just assumed it was a miscarriage because of the cramping (waiting for blood at any minute) and the low HCG, and because of my previous 2. I'm just in such shock. It's going to be hard to tone down my hopes, but I am going to try to keep it in perspective until my ultrasound. Then I'll take it from there. Thank you for the good luck wishes!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! - Sarah
 
Sarah!

Oh that is the best news I've heard or read all day!!!! I was hoping there was an error, but you have been through so much I hated to bombard you with questions that may have made you feel worse. My initial HCG with my son was low and can indicate many things (ie., blighted ovum). Now, a low level is cause for concern, but I hadn't even missed my period yet. The HCG and progesterone levels were monitored bi-weekly or weekly (I don't recall). I will continue to pray for you and please, please, please keep us updated.

BTW, don't apologize for coming here and discussing your feelings and experience with miscarriage. This is a special group of women who are here for you!

Autumn
 
Hi Autumn

Hi Autumn,

You have been so sweet to me. I really haven't told anyone IRL about this pregnancy, not even my parents, because of all my fears, worries, etc. Of course, my husband knows! :) I might tell my parents over Thanksgiving, because if I do have an eventual miscarriage I would want my Mom's support. I just didn't want to break her heart over a 5-6 week pregnancy. They live in another state, so we only talk once or twice a week. So this board has been such a welcoming place to sound my concerns and hear about the experiences of other women. Thank you! Hugs! - Sarah
 
RE: Hi Autumn

Sarah -
Sending all sorts of happy vibes your way.


Just as a side note a had quite a bit of cramping in my first 8 weeks. As someone else mentioned it could just being your uterus growing and getting ready for things.
 
RE: Hi Autumn

Sarah!

Praise God. That is such good news. Don't apologize for thinking you were having a miscarraige and coming here for support. We want to be here for you no matter what happens.

Medical people do not always know what is going on--the longer I live, the more that is apparent.

Keep posting.

Maggie:)
 
Your saying you were going to miscarry broke my heart. Logging on and seeing this post has absolutely made my day- I am SOOOO happy for you. Hang in there and PLEEAASSE keep us posted!:):):):)

HUGS,
 
That's wonderful news!! I was quite crampy my first couple of months. I read it was that my uterus was expanding.
Keep us psoted.
Susan
 
YAY!!!! Wonderful news! I'm sending sticky vibes your way! I hope all continues to go well for you and the little one.

All the best,
Sandra
 
I forgot to mention that I too felt crampy early in my pregnancy and I remember mentioning it to my doctor but as long as I didn't have any spotting, etc. it wasn't anything to worry about and now I have a beautiful healthy 8 week old girl:)
 
That is wonderful news! Sending great positive vibes your way :)

You just have to wonder sometimes why certain people go into certain professions!
 
Thank you!

Hi,

Thank you for the info about cramping. My nurse told me the same thing on Friday. I just pray everyday for no spotting, and I'm really trying to think positively, and hope for the best. I will update after my ultrasound on December 2nd. I just pray everything goes OK until then. Congrats on your new baby!!! That's awesome :) Thanks for the support!
 
What wonderful news!!

I certainly hope the nurse who devastated you is given a lesson in bed side manner.

More than before, this pregnancy is a miracle.
 
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