Low heart beat during ultrasound

CityGirl79

Hello,

I had my first ultrasound this Tuesday, at 6w4d. All the size measurements were right for my dates, but the nurse expressed some concern with the heart rate. Apparently it was very low, at 56. I have a follow up appointment next Tuesday, but she told me to keep an eye for bleeding and cramping as this is a sign of a potential miscarriage.

Has anyone had such low heart rate results in previous pregnancies? What was the outcome?

I'm trying not to be too concerned, but I'm very sad and not sure how I'll deal with the waiting until next week.

 

Thanks.