Pregnant after ectopic 1st pregnancy

Hello,

Just looking for some reassurance. I fell pregnant earlier this year (1st pregnancy) and it was ectopic. I have both my tubes still as it was treated with methotrexate. They said wait a few months before trying again. I am type 1 diabetic so have higher risk of pregnancy loss and complications anyway. We started trying again last month and I’m over the moon that we have fallen pregnant again on the first attempt however I cannot stop worrying. I’m only 4 weeks atm so early scan is booked for in another 3 weeks time. I’ve had some bloods done to be repeated in 48 hours to see how the hormones are progressing. I’m just so scared that I’ll see blood when I go to the toilet. I’m having some aches and pains as I did last time but I was never in immense pain the 1st time but the bleeding was why they found the ectopic. My midwife knows I’m scared but said if it’s going to happen it will happen and for now I just have to wait. These next few weeks are going to be torture :tired_face:

Hey!

I’m so sorry to hear about your ectopic pregnancy. This sounds almost exactly like what happened to me so I know how you’re feeling. I had a pregnancy of unknown location in July this year which was my first pregnancy and noticed bleeding when I went to the toilet around 7 weeks. I was treated with methotrexate as well and am just about to start trying again. I’m a nervous wreck thinking about it. I’m so excited to get pregnant again but so worried about the wait from taking a test to the first scan.

I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you but just know you’re not alone:crossed_fingers::heart: X

Dear Ash,

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 our previous experience. When I next fell pregnant I also suffered from aches and twinges and 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 friends here who understand how you are feeling.

Although I do not wish to alarm you, as pain is so subjective, if your symptoms are worsening or concerning you at all, I would suggest seeking urgent medical advice.

I wish I could give you a way to pass the time. Try to keep your mind as busy as you can. Reading, box sets, going for walks, meeting friends etc. We of course are here for you too.

Sending much love and positive thoughts,

Karen x

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