I found out today I am having my 2nd miscarriage. I went in for an ultrasound and there was no heartbeat. The uterus has grown, the baby has not.
There was a heartbeat at 7 weeks. However, it was very irregular...today is 9 weeks. I am freaking out about this b/c I am going to Columbus this weekend and am hoping nothing happens. I am going to do the D&C on Monday.
eta- get a second opinion. Apparently one of my best friends cousins was told she was misscarrying but she didn't belive it and went to a different doctor who said she was fine (and now is 9 months pg). Scary as all hell if you ask me, but I'd def. take a second look if you have event the tinyest doubt..
First off, I am so so sorry. I had a miscarriage back in 2003 - I was also 9 weeks pregnant. I had a D&C done to get rid of the tissue and everything. Don't be scared - it's a pretty regular procedure. I was out for about an hour and when I woke I didn't even have any pain. Be really careful though and go to the hospital if you have heavy bleeding. I was scheduled for a D&C at 3pm the day after I found out I had miscarried but I didn't make it to my appt. because I was bleeding so much the the morning of - I had to be rushed to the hospital.
PM me if you have any questions. Again, I am so sorry.
FWIW, I don't think I've ever heard of them not rechecking right before the procedure. Confirm with your doctor to be sure, of course, but that's a pretty standard practice. Also, I'd go to an outpatient surgery center or the hospital and elect to be sedated - they're very efficient at day surgery so you're less likely to have to wait around all day (as opposed to the Dr's office), and the sedation will (obviously) help you sleep through the event. You could also ask your doc ahead of time to prescribe something in case you have cramping after the fact, and make sure you and your husband are clear on what to expect afterwards so you know when to call if there are any complications. I'd send your husband to the store for some of those stick on heating pads and ice cream, too. You can pm me if you want to talk some more ...
I'm shaking my fist at the universe for you and your husband, Tina. May the new year bring you peace, happiness, and a baby to love.
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