[Lady H]

I had miscarriage last year when my pregnancy was about 59 days... it started with a minor bleeding a week before the miscarriage.

Now I am pregnant for 6 weeks (44days) and I am taking duphaston as prescribed by my gynae.. But, yesterday I had this brownish discharge which look like blood stain.. exactly like my 1st pregnancy.. does it mean that I might lose this one too? Is there anything I can do to prevent having another miscarriage?

[DoulaLC]

Unfortunately this early on, there is little that could be done if you were to have another miscarriage. However, it is not at all unusual for some women to have some spotting or even a bit of light bleeding in early pregnancy. In most cases, unless there is a history of repeated miscarriages, your doctor wouldn't be likely to recommend any changes in your activities. For example, some women may need to be on bedrest or a reduced activity level for a bit, or refrain from intercourse, at least until a certain stage of the pregnancy.

The Dupahston is often used to help prevent a miscarriage in that it will help with maintaining progesterone levels. Certainly let you gynae know of your concerns... part of what they are there for is to provide some peace of mind.

[Lady H]

Unfortunately this early on, there is little that could be done if you were to have another miscarriage. However, it is not at all unusual for some women to have some spotting or even a bit of light bleeding in early pregnancy. In most cases, unless there is a history of repeated miscarriages, your doctor wouldn't be likely to recommend any changes in your activities. For example, some women may need to be on bedrest or a reduced activity level for a bit, or refrain from intercourse, at least until a certain stage of the pregnancy.

The Dupahston is often used to help prevent a miscarriage in that it will help with maintaining progesterone levels. Certainly let you gynae know of your concerns... part of what they are there for is to provide some peace of mind.

Thank you for the explanation.. In terms of diet, are there any specific foods that should be avoided.. I definitely have stop taking any caffeinated drink, most of the time I just consume crackers since that is the only food I can eat without feeling nausea..

[DoulaLC]

Thank you for the explanation.. In terms of diet, are there any specific foods that should be avoided.. I definitely have stop taking any caffeinated drink, most of the time I just consume crackers since that is the only food I can eat without feeling nausea..

Not really anything to avoid other than what you already know would not be healthy, such as too much caffeine, sugary foods/drinks, etc. You may find that as the pregnancy progresses, certain foods may not agree with you, even if they were fine before. Some women find that even the smell of certain food will bother them. These aren't miscarriage concerns, just annoyances!

It can be helpful to eat several smaller meals throughout the day (think grazing) instead of 3 big meals. This can be easier on your system, along with maintaining blood sugar levels. Eat a healthy diet, listen to your body for rest and sleep, get some easy exercise (fresh air can sometimes help with the nausea), ask your doctor about extra B6 as well for the nausea, stay well hydrated, and take a good prenatal vitamin.

[ScottGem]

You really need to discuss this with your OB/Gyn. You need to call them immediately if you notice anything unusual.