by missus griff » Wed Apr 22, 2009 10:18 pm
Hi Hope, yes I agree it is a good idea for this thread. MC is such a taboo subject and information is poor like you said.
I know I had the shock of my life when I had my 1st mc as I totally didn't know what to expect. I was almost hysterical, alone in our bathroom when at it's worst. The bleeding was very heavy along with quite bad cramps. The heavy bleeding lasted 7-8 days.
This time it was totally different from the word go. For a start I think I was more mentally prepared for what lay ahead. Because I had a mmc, I chose to take medication to mimic a natural mc and then went into hospital 2 days later to pass everything there. I only bled heavy for the day I was in and only had cramping for approx 3hrs (but think that was down to the pessaries they were inserting to dilate the cervix), then it was more of a normal flow for the remainder of the week which then tapered off to brown spotting for nearly 2 weeks. This worried me more in case I hadn't passed everything, but have recently been given the all clear.
I really felt alone though during the 1st mc. I couldn't ask anyone any questions about it or confide in anyone and because it was such a shock, I thought I would never get over it...well not get over it, iykwim. I think going into hospital made it easier for me this time because it all happened there with nurses around and I could ask them anything and they were so lovely.
I have to say that verity has been a godsend to me. The ladies on this board are amazing and definitely helped me through this time. It is great just to be able to come on here and be able to vent, ask questions and share support.
Love to all xxx


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