I had an ectopic in July, and had my left tube removed. This weekend I realised I was late and did a test and it’s positive (mini whispered Yey!) phoned up today and I have an appointment for next Monday to scan (I’ll be 6w+3).
I was really excited until the appointment was booked - now I’ve gone into panic mode and any twinge I get paranoid that it’s a sign it’s another ectopic. The twinges are on the left though and there’s no tube there!! I don’t have any other children so haven’t experienced a “normal” pregnancy. Anyone else freak out when pregnant after an ectopic?
Dear Ghost5891,
Whispered congratulations on your pregnancy,
After an ectopic pregnancy, finding we are pregnant again can be a mix of emotions and I can completely understand your feeling nervous. It is perfectly normal to feel scared after the ordeal you have endured. I also felt twinges and aches after my ectopic pregnancy, particularly when I next felt pregnant. My mind started racing and I was only really able to relax to some degree after my early scan. It is a nerve-wracking time and you have a friend here who understands how you are feeling.
I will be thinking of you next Monday.
Sending much love and positive thoughts,
Karen x
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