Nikoru0111
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I had an awful day today. So I already had some Japanese brand cream called meditreat for yeast infection and I used it once not long after getting my BFP and I just assumed it would be okay because in the UK it's safe to use the topical cream during pregnancy. But on further inspection I think it's a different active ingredient. So I started to worry. Anyway my husband told me I needed to go to a clinic, he suggested one near our home. So I only had a small amount of cash on me and I told him when I go in there they'll definitely check that I'm pregnant and I'm sure it will cost more. He said it wouldn't.
So I go, the doctor was really rude. She asked me when my last period was which I didn't have one so I told her. I told her I knew when I ovulated and she didn't care. Anyway she gave me a scan and she was just so cold and unfriendly. She said I am pregnant but she can't see the foetus. I knew she wouldn't because I'm only like 4w+ 5. Anyway then she took a Pap smear. I think she was miffed because I noted on the form I didn't want to give birth there (and I certainly don't now!) and I will be going to a proper hospital. Anyway I told her I had an appointment there to check the pregnancy on the 17th and she says that will be too early and she wants me to come back to her on the 20th. She says there certainly won't be a heartbeat before then and they need a heartbeat to confirm pregnancy. Anyway so when I go to pay, it turns out that it is triple the amount I had on me which I knew it would be. Cash only.I only had a credit card and physically didn't have any more money I could have even got out from a cash point. Anyway I asked them if I could pay tomorrow so the doctor comes out and shouts at me and says "it's Japan and pregnancy costs a lot it's not like in your country!"
I'm so hormonal I left and burst into tears. I didn't even get a prescription from her because she said I can collect that tomorrow when I pay the rest.
Anyway I don't know what to do. My husband says I should go back and pay but not go to the second appointment. I should just go to the hospital like planned. If it is too early though, we'll have to go again before it can be confirmed. In Japan you have to register your pregnancy at the city office. Then you usually get some free coupons to help with the cost but only if you have registered.
Also Radiance, I feel exactly like you know. Still worried. Although on the bright side at least it's in my womb and not ectopic so that is one worry off my mind.
Sorry for the long post! Just really needed to vent.
So I go, the doctor was really rude. She asked me when my last period was which I didn't have one so I told her. I told her I knew when I ovulated and she didn't care. Anyway she gave me a scan and she was just so cold and unfriendly. She said I am pregnant but she can't see the foetus. I knew she wouldn't because I'm only like 4w+ 5. Anyway then she took a Pap smear. I think she was miffed because I noted on the form I didn't want to give birth there (and I certainly don't now!) and I will be going to a proper hospital. Anyway I told her I had an appointment there to check the pregnancy on the 17th and she says that will be too early and she wants me to come back to her on the 20th. She says there certainly won't be a heartbeat before then and they need a heartbeat to confirm pregnancy. Anyway so when I go to pay, it turns out that it is triple the amount I had on me which I knew it would be. Cash only.I only had a credit card and physically didn't have any more money I could have even got out from a cash point. Anyway I asked them if I could pay tomorrow so the doctor comes out and shouts at me and says "it's Japan and pregnancy costs a lot it's not like in your country!"
I'm so hormonal I left and burst into tears. I didn't even get a prescription from her because she said I can collect that tomorrow when I pay the rest.
Anyway I don't know what to do. My husband says I should go back and pay but not go to the second appointment. I should just go to the hospital like planned. If it is too early though, we'll have to go again before it can be confirmed. In Japan you have to register your pregnancy at the city office. Then you usually get some free coupons to help with the cost but only if you have registered.
Also Radiance, I feel exactly like you know. Still worried. Although on the bright side at least it's in my womb and not ectopic so that is one worry off my mind.
Sorry for the long post! Just really needed to vent.
I mean I am used to doctors treating me like i'm stupid and not explaining things fully to me, but actually I studied human genetics and a lot of anatomy too (a long time ago though) so I am capable of understanding quite a bit. Anyway my eye doctor (I have uveitis, although not flared up at the moement) in Japan is really nice and he fully explains stuff using the technical words as well (if he can remember the English). Maybe I just landed on my feet with him. At least I know he is a keeper now haha. Its just some small things that you take for granted about living in a familiar place I guess. Its just bewildering because Japan is new to me and being pregnant is as well so its a lot at once!
It was 461 and then after 48 hours it was 735. Had it tested again today. Praying for a fast growth! Don't know what to expect... My next appointment is in 2 days. It's too early to make an ultrasound, I suppose - I'll be 4+4.
Has the spotting stopped?
They don't seem as concerned as I am but I would think they would understand why I feel the way I do. I'm hoping I have some good numbers! 
) but ive taken about 10 at home tests and all BFPs!!!!! according to the due date calculator I'm due June 7th....it's my first and I'm so excited!!! 
very excited to go through this with you all!
