Video Diary: Pregnancy after a Miscarriage
I intended to start a regular video journal in 2013 on January 1st… I just wasn’t feeling too well and then REALLY got hit with that awful flu that’s going around.
So, I started when I could… which was yesterday, January 9th. The thing about life is, any day can be the start of something new, so I embraced that mantra and just went for it.
I want these video journals to just be honest glimpses of things in my life. I share so much on my blog through the written word, sometimes it’s just easier to get it out through a video.
Today I want to share my video about being pregnant after a miscarriage.
It’s not something that’s easy to do. I’m a nervous-nelly by nature, so this is really testing me. I thought by sharing, if anyone else is going through this right now or has been through it… you could share your feelings.
So… here goes…
UPDATE: We did go to the doctor yesterday and heard a beautiful heartbeat that was in the 160’s. To say it made me smile big would be an understatement. I was floating out of the office. I’m officially 13 weeks and 4 days.
So happy for you and I know I was so nervous being pregnant after my miscarriages. Hearing those strong heartbeats is miraculous and so re-assuring. Love you and can’t wait to meet baby # 5. xoxo
Thanks so much for sharing, Audrey. I am thrilled for you and your family!
You are so right about pregnancy being a mix of emotions- joy and excitement and fear and nervousness. I’m glad your doctor understands and allows you to come in and check in on the little baby. It’s always so reassuring to hear that healthy, beautiful heartbeat!
Mazel tov- and bravo for having the courage to be so honest and transparent about the struggles we all go through when attempting to conceive after a miscarriage. Your words are so poignant!
So happy for you, my friend… love that you have heard that glorious heartbeat! Big love to you! xoxo
Love your honesty. Pregnancy can definitely be nerve wrecking at times. I’m happy for you and that you heard that baby’s heart beat!
still so very excited for you! and hearing the heartbeat – such a wonderful relief! big hugs to you!
Sending you lots of love and good thoughts Audrey! What a wonderful appointment yesterday. xoxo
Thank you for sharing so much of yourself with us! Miscarriage is such a strange thing because as women, we’re told it’s common and natural. Somehow this makes it difficult to properly grieve, just adding more to anxiety during future pregnancies. I have been there and will be enjoying all of your healthy pregnancy updates with you, friend. Looking forward to watching your journey!
love you like a sister – so happy for you and the family! Another blessing in your life that you so deserve.
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Love that you are sharing your story. Wish you the best and congrats again!
I am so very happy for you!!!! I can only imagine how stressful it would be, but I am praying that all goes well and you enjoy the rest of your pregnancy!! xo
So happy for you!! I had a miscarriage before I had my first son then it took us forever to get pregnant and I remember those first 3 months being so nervous about every little twinge of pain he is now a 6 years old. Then between him and my second son we had another one it was so heartbreaking again and I was so scared to try again but my Dr is awesome and made me feel better about trying again. We did and had my son Ryan who is four and after that we have been blessed with two more boys Joey is 3 and Ethan will be 2 in a few weeks. I was always so nervous until I heard and saw that heartbeat for the first time the I was able to relax a little more and enjoy being pregnant. Thanks for sharing your story it is not an easy thing to talk about and people who have never had one don’t understand what you are going through. Take care and hope you can enjoy the rest of your pregnancy after hearing that heartbeat.
Thank you Jennifer. xo
So, so happy for you! I love hearing about that little heartbeat after every doctor appointment. Love you, mama. Big hugs!
So very happy for you, Matt and the boys! I know how excited you all are and this baby is so lucky to soon be a special part of your family!