17dp5dt and spotting...

[jinis]

I've had my first ever BFP earlier this week with my beta as follows;

11dp5dt - 169

14dp5dt - 532

From what I've searched online the numbers are on the lower than average side, although the progression has been encouraging.

Since yesterday morning I've noticed light spotting when I wipe. There has been some dark pink/light brown clots on and off along with mild cramping.

I know it's quite common at this stage and there's nothing I can do right now but to continue with the medications (cyclogist & progynova), but it's so hard to stay optimistic 😔

Next beta on 20dp5dt and an early scan booked towards the end of the year for when I'll be 6+4.

It's going to be a long Christmas...

[Football61]

Hi. Huge congratulations on your BFP, and wishing you all the luck in the world for your pregnancy. Please do you mind me asking how you are measuring your beta - are your clinic doing it for you, or do you do it at home? Thanks xx

[jinis in reply to Football61]

Thank you 😣 Re beta - the first one was organised by my clinic and others I've booked them with a private clinic x

[Football61 in reply to jinis]

Thanks so much. Best of luck with your next beta and early scan - you got this! ✊

[Mlove12]

I think these numbers look really encouraging! Try not to overthink although I know it’s much easier said than done! X

[Hidden]

congratulations. Maybe use the suppositories rectally to reduce irritation to the cervix and ask for progesterone level check. I hope it settles. Your clinic might suggest adding lubion or increasing your cyclogest. Good luck

[jinis in reply to Hidden]

Hey lovely, thank you for your advise. From searching relevant threads on the forum I also started suspecting vaginal/cervical irritation from cyclogest.

I got to speak to a midwife from my clinic yesterday morning who agreed & switched to taking it rectally since last night. Still some brown spotting, but I feel like it's calming down. I'm hoping this does the trick...🤞xxx