Can cramps and spotting ever be a good sign after BFP?

[Linzb]

Hi,

I had my long awaited BFP on OTD 12dp5dt which was Tuesday. I’ve been having brown spotting and slight cramps since 6dp5dt but the spotting seems to be getting heavier rather than lighter, I’ll be 5 weeks pregnant tomorrow and it’s showing no signs of stopping. The clinic told me not to worry unless it turned red but on Wed and Thurs I had some red bleeding, only when wiping and only once per day but enough to worry me. I have called them and I’m going in for another HCG blood test tomorrow. Today the cramps have been a bit worse and more constant, very like a period, but bleeding is still brown spotting.

Just wondering if anyone has experienced this and what the outcome was?

[Guru1111]

They gave me extra progesterone because of that, and I also tried to rest all I could. It worked!! Best wishes!!

[Linzb in reply to Guru1111]

Thank you 😊

[Zassa]

I agree with the other comment could be a sign of low progesterone if you might have just come it...

[Kmcdon]

I had this a few times in early pregnancy. Really worrying but it did stop and all was ok. Didn’t ever find cause. Last lot was at about 8-9 weeks. Sending love. Xx

[Eggfreezer2015]

I had some brown spotting on and off for the first 12 wks and some red blood. I was so scared but it turned out it was a subchronic hematoma and the baby was ok. Currently 29wks+2. When is your first scan booked? X

[Linzb in reply to Eggfreezer2015]

Not until 14th Feb. I’ve had blood tests this morning and they should ring soon with results 🤞🏻

[Eggfreezer2015 in reply to Linzb]

Hopefully can put your mind at ease 💜

[Twiglet2]

so I won’t lie I’ve had this be a misscariage a couple of times BUT also had it the worst with my little boy (it was actually a hematoma so nothing we could do but wait it out). You are doing the best possible thing getting the HCGs done as that’s the only thing that will give you an indication of what’s going on at this stage. I was literally the most nervous I have ever been so I won’t tell you not to worry but I will say not to just assume the worst as for right now you are pregnant and it defo doesn’t always mean the worst, especially in IVF pregnancies bleeding is much more common is what every doctor has told me! 💜 xx

[Linzb in reply to Twiglet2]

Thanks for replying, had the blood tests so just waiting for the results. I never expected this part to be so stressful!

[Linzb]

Thanks for the replies. Just had blood test results and HCG is 4200 so in the right range. Just need to wait for my scan now! 🤞🏻

[rmsa]

im super interested to see how you're doing now? I'm in a similar situation

[Linzb in reply to rmsa]

Hi, unfortunately it’s not good news. Just today it’s turned into very heavy bleeding and clots so I’m pretty sure I’m miscarrying. Still have to wait until next week for a scan but I don’t have any hope. I really hope you have a better outcome X

[rmsa in reply to Linzb]

oh no I'm so sorry to hear. I really hope it turns into a better situation for you. ive had my spotting increase too

[SushiTilly in reply to Linzb]

So sad to read this news. I hope you can take a deep breathe and comfort yourself with all that you need to feel at peace. Bless you. X

[MrsOrangejuice in reply to Linzb]

I'm sorry to hear this. Did you or could you get HCGs repeated as that may give you an idea of what's going on while waiting for a scan? Is your clinic supporting you, or your GP?