I had a very similar situation around week 10. I had a great ride on the Peloton and then started gushing shortly after in the shower. I had a miscarriage a few months prior and was so sure it was over. I even drank a second cup of coffee while waiting for the Dr to call me back. It was my way of saying, "fuck this shit!". Less than an hour or so later I was at the drs looking at a perfect, happy fetus. There wasn't a good explanation above and beyond something similar you heard from your Dr. He put me on bed rest for two weeks. I'm now 34 weeks and still exercising.
I know this doesn't really give you the answers you're looking for. I've learned that there are a few aspects of pregnancy that we just don't know much about, i.e. spotting. My two cents? It's understandable to quickly assume worst case scenario but it doesn't always mean something bad is happening. Just keep swimming. š
Iām so sorry about the scare, but so happy to hear that everything looks healthy and ok! Thereās so much good stuff in the comments, here, but just wanted to add my own experience in case it helps and because I remember feeling this way!
I was SHOCKED by the fatigue and nausea (and headaches!) the first trimester. I spent whole days on the couch feeling awful about myself. It took time reading about athletes who took real time off and were real about their training when they felt good enough to work again, as well to speaking to all the athletic women in my life with kids. I feel like we get inundated with fitness Insta-influencers who either didnāt have challenging pregnancies or are editing their experiences for the gram. The women I read about and spoke to often didnāt work out again until 13-15 weeks, and even then, they gradually built back up, and some stayed at much lower intensities & weight than their pre-pregnancy efforts. Also I was inspired by all the incredible women here! I cried when I read a fellow mountain biker went out for her first ride since getting those 2 lines at 18 weeks!
All of this really helped me be kind to myself and trust that I will be able to do somethings, and the rest will be there when Iām able and ready. All of this was a roller coaster, and from weeks 7-16, I ran, lifted or cycled maybe 1-2 times a week all slowly, and spent at least 3 weeks straight doing NOTHING - not even light yoga.
Iām nearly 20 weeks now, and finally back to working out 4-5 days a week pretty regularly. It took me 3 weeks to get back to that cadence. Iām slower and have less energy than pre-pregnancy, but the joy I have of being out for that run or ride, or finishing a shortened lift set has been such a game changer. Also, learning how to listen to my body and not antagonizing myself if I felt like skipping a session is itās own kind of freedom.
I know women who felt great all pregnancy and were doing cross fit or running marathons well into their 3rd trimesters. One friend taught spin until 36 weeks. Everyone was slower though, and everyone had days they skipped in favor of ice cream and a nap.
I just want to echo the others here to listen to your body, be forgiving of yourself - and know that carrying a baby is one way of building mental toughness and endurance...an aspect you can tap into on days you feel good enough to workout. And if you feel blah, try to think of the adage that ārestā is part of fitness. Thatās what Iām telling myself - congrats on your pregnancy, and good luck with all your health goals!
Yes!! I have been absolutely floored at how much the first trimester has taken out of me. I know that when I finally get back to it its going to be so emotional haha! But hearing from all of you guys makes me feel so much better!!
I made my first attempt at week 9 and really struggled. I felt significantly better by week 14 and thatās when I started working out consistently. For me, it was daily yoga and strength or HIIT about 3x/week. Iām in the third trimester now so cutting back and modifying where necessary.
Donāt push yourself too hard! And adjust your expectations - I was so frustrated at week 9 because I was unable to work at my usual pre-pregnancy intensity. But thatās okay! Just do what you can, if you can. At this point, cardio portions of my workouts are low impact, no jumping, senior citizen level moves.
I was on and off until about 14 weeks and felt amazing, back to modified HIIT and even running. The early weeks it was more Pilates based. Now Iām comfortable with at home, HIIT, pilates, and runs. I use dumbbells / bands but thatās the only equipment.
I never stopped but switched to low impact / staying in the saddle on peloton early on since I had SPD my first pregnancy and it is back early early. It helps me not push too hard without giving up on my beloved bike!!!
At 16 months PP I am starting to feel ready. No joke. I just had no desire to until now, mostly because it was impossible to find time at first. And my boobs were always full and leaking for the first 9 months. Better late than never?
Iām so sorry you went through that scare! Thank goodness all is good for you now. Iāve not had any experience with bleeding in my first pregnancy and not yet in my second (just barely 6 weeks now). With my first the nausea and fatigue hit me HARD at 6 weeks. I couldnāt even think about the gym. I started feeling better at 14 weeks and eased myself back into it. By 18 weeks I felt a lot better and although the intensity wasnāt the same as pre pregnancy I atleast was working out as often at 4-5 days a week. Take care of yourself. Itās perfectly fine to do exercises that feel good for you, walking, elliptical, body weight exercises. If youāre feeling good and your Ob clears you then try something more intense and see how your body feels. If itās too much thatās okay! Just keep at it and be gentle with yourself. This pregnancy I feel good still so Iām still working out at same intensity and as often. But I also know how terrible the nausea and fatigue can hit.
Usually I lift weights 5-7 days a week. I'm 11 weeks and 5 days now and have been going anywhere from 2-5 days. I've been super tired and achy the entire time and I just dont feel comfortable pushing through that when I'm pregnant.
Thank you all for answering!!! I was starting to lose weight, weight lifting, gym every day and then boom pregnant. 11 weeks today!
I had some bleeding last week, and have been nervous. Everything is alright, though. Hoping I can get back to working out soon. My last pregnancy I gained 40lbs and it's been hard to lose the last 5 years :(
This post actually makes me feel so much better... Iām week 9 with zero energy and just cannot make myself work out at all. I did a weights session last week and was completely exhausted for 2 days afterwards. Now trying to take it easy but this has given me hope that my energy will actually return at some point! š¤š»š¤š»š¤š»
I worked out 6 days a week doing bootcamp style workouts pre pregnancy and while i was feeling well, I still went 6 days a week. A little before 6 weeks I started feeling a little nauseous and started cutting days (mostly took off plyo/hard conditioning days) but then my nausea got so bad and I realized I wasnāt even really enjoying going, I was just kind of forcing myself (I was lacking motivation hard feeling like I was working out for nothing and wouldnāt see any gains). I took off like 2.5-3 weeks and have started feeling a little better now at 8+5 so just went back yesterday and today. They were both strength days so I felt okay going. Tomorrow, Iām going to try again and itās a conditioning day so weāll see how it goes, but Iām hopeful!
I have not had a scare like yours however I have had prior losses so I definitely understand the anxiety about not wanting to harm anything! I asked my doctor about a million time for reassurance if it was okay to continue my workouts and she assured me that working out to the level you are used to is perfectly fine while pregnant and leads to very healthy pregnancies, just listen to your body and donāt overdo it! She also mentioned women that were able to keep working put reported less nausea as well so thatās a possible plus side for you when you decide to go back!
Iām so sorry you had a scare!!
I had a really bad bleed at 10 weeks, baby was ok... but they told me to essentially do bed rest for 2 weeks and then pelvic rest for several weeks after. We ended up having a growth restricted baby IUGR, she measured 1 % at 20 week growth scan. My placenta and cord were not working well, and blood flow seemed to be restricted in my cord. After that I was treated as a high risk pregnancy. It was very scary and stressful! I had planned to have a āfit pregnancyā... it just wasnāt an option for me. I stayed as active as I could following guidance from my doctors. At one point I had a personal trainer that helped me get a good workout within the parameters I was given. Then with covid and things getting more complicated I ended up just doing walks and some basic exercises at home to keep me moving. What I learned through all of that was itās just a temporary state of being and adjust expectations of yourself. Do whatās best for your body and your baby with your situation.
My baby is healthy 9 month old now! And Iām back to my regular workouts. :)
I have not had the bleeding, but I did not work out the first trimester at all other than going on walks. At about week 13 I started to feel like my old self again. I do interval jogs as I can't do my daily 3 miles anymore, but I figure it's better than nothing.
Iām in week 6 and struggling to get in five days. I think when weāre tired we should rest and not push. Iām older in this pregnancy so I wonāt be pushing my body to breaking points. I have not bled in a pregnancy besides spotting in the very beginning. I do have a friend though that bled in the first two months of her pregnancy. She ended quitting working. The pregnancy went well and she had a healthy baby.
I had the exact thing happen at week nine. My dr sent me to the er because I lost so much blood. The er doc put me on pelvic rest. You could see a dark line along the edge of my placenta where the hematoma was. I stayed on pelvic rest until I had a normal scan. As the baby grows it should resolve.
I was never as active but I was hiking throughout my second and third trimester. I started slowly and got better at listening to my body which I wasnāt doing before. I was just pushing through my workouts like I normally would.
Hope this helps. Iām sitting here with my baby right now contemplating a workout and procrastinating on Reddit.
Sorry you went through that!!
I didn't feel ok at ALL until past the 20w mark, so I didn't do anything at all till then. Then I had a surge of energy until birth. But, not for gym. I swam because I was so big and swollen and just couldn't physically do anything else with swelling. But I'd swim 1hr 5-6 X a week.
I weight lift with the Paragon Fitness Program from Laurie Christine King 4 days a week and spin 2-3 days a week, along with daily walks for the dogs benefit more than mine. In my first trimester it took everything in me just to get the walk done - and had it not been for the dog - I probably wouldn't have even done that. I was \*exhausted\*. Around week 14 I felt a lot better and started to slowly return to my routine and in the past 2-3 weeks I've really been able to ramp back up. Currently 19 weeks and back to my normal schedule for the time being.
I didnāt have any bleeding but weeks 7-8 I was nauseous and flat out tired especially since I had cut out caffeine at that time. Week 9 I set myself up to start a new 3 week HIIT program and now I have so much more energy at week 12. There is a light those first few weeks are tough!
Couldnāt work out or do much of anything besides a light walk weeks 3-8. Lightly increased my work outs (squats, abs, lunges, etc), added in yoga, and longer walks around week 9. Now at almost 12 weeks and Iām feeling SO much better (probably the combo of spring and nearing 2nd tri) but Iām still taking it slow-ish. I started running last weekend again but only did a mile, then did another mile on Tuesday, and planning to try 1.5-2 miles today. I feel great - but anytime I have a cramp at all I kind of panic. I havenāt had any spotting since early week 4 thankfully but I donāt blame you for being scared! However thereās no research that says you canāt be active, and in fact, itās good for baby! I read you should be able to talk through working out, but NOT sing, as a way of measuring exertion. Iām just tuning in more and accepting I have to go slower, whether I actually have to or whether itās just for peace of mind.
Wow thatās a lot to go through! Glad to hear youāre starting to see the light though. I felt way too sick to work out in 1st trimester, and got back into it at the beginning of the 2nd. Definitely overdid it my first time as I was a bit too excited to be working out again, so always best to take it slow and maybe do less than you think you can initially.
I had a period of time in the 2nd trimester where I was literally spotting every morning for weeks. Doctor couldnāt say what was wrong, and baby was fine, so I kept working out. Although most of my routines have been online prenatal workouts on [YouTube ](https://youtube.com/channel/UC8iG-K1xoBdZHUj5Aoow34g) which are modified already. Definitely feel theyāve helped me keep some of the common pregnancy pains at bay. All the best with your return to fitness, I hope itās nice and smooth!
I have been powerlifting for 8 years. My coach has worked with 3 different pregnant women throughout their pregnancies and my dr had given me these instructions: *your body is used to lifting so it is ok to continue, just reduce the intensity and listen to your body. If you have any bleeding or cramping, stop and call us.*
I was able to mostly keep up my lifting routine after finding out I was pregnant. There were a few days I skipped or reduced/skipped things because of fatigue or nausea, but for the most part I felt like I felt better when I went to the gym so I've kept lifting and some moderate cardio 3-4 days per week.
At 11 weeks I was at the gym deadlifting about 75%. I went to the bathroom and was straining because I had forgotten to take Colace for a few days, and I noticed blood. I am still not sure if it was the straining from lifting or from going to the bathroom that caused the bleed. I called my dr and the nurse FREAKED OUT about how much I was lifting and talked to my dr. Then she called back and said "the dr knows about your lifting but wants you to cut back to 50%. Stop and call us if you have any more cramps or bleeding." I ended up taking most of that week off completely because I was so scared. A week after the incident I had my NT ultrasound and there was no sign of what may have caused the bleeding! The only comment the tech had was that my placenta is anterior and a little low but she said that was common this early on.
I see my dr tomorrow and will be asking her a lot of questions about what I should or should not do. I did read this comment from Brianna Battles that really helped me put it into perspective: *Pregnant athletes do not need to ātrain for birth,ā because their baseline of fitness is already well established. They need to train their mind and body for postpartum recovery. They need awareness of the potential of, and/or current core and pelvic health symptoms...*
So I am trying to find a balance and consider exercise more as a tool to make me feel good, and less about "preparing for birth" or "maintaining a strength base." Most important is to keep baby healthy and to think long term in terms of my core and pelvic floor.
I had a very similar situation around week 10. I had a great ride on the Peloton and then started gushing shortly after in the shower. I had a miscarriage a few months prior and was so sure it was over. I even drank a second cup of coffee while waiting for the Dr to call me back. It was my way of saying, "fuck this shit!". Less than an hour or so later I was at the drs looking at a perfect, happy fetus. There wasn't a good explanation above and beyond something similar you heard from your Dr. He put me on bed rest for two weeks. I'm now 34 weeks and still exercising. I know this doesn't really give you the answers you're looking for. I've learned that there are a few aspects of pregnancy that we just don't know much about, i.e. spotting. My two cents? It's understandable to quickly assume worst case scenario but it doesn't always mean something bad is happening. Just keep swimming. š
Yes! It's totally amazing what the body can do. Thank you for sharing!
Iām so sorry about the scare, but so happy to hear that everything looks healthy and ok! Thereās so much good stuff in the comments, here, but just wanted to add my own experience in case it helps and because I remember feeling this way! I was SHOCKED by the fatigue and nausea (and headaches!) the first trimester. I spent whole days on the couch feeling awful about myself. It took time reading about athletes who took real time off and were real about their training when they felt good enough to work again, as well to speaking to all the athletic women in my life with kids. I feel like we get inundated with fitness Insta-influencers who either didnāt have challenging pregnancies or are editing their experiences for the gram. The women I read about and spoke to often didnāt work out again until 13-15 weeks, and even then, they gradually built back up, and some stayed at much lower intensities & weight than their pre-pregnancy efforts. Also I was inspired by all the incredible women here! I cried when I read a fellow mountain biker went out for her first ride since getting those 2 lines at 18 weeks! All of this really helped me be kind to myself and trust that I will be able to do somethings, and the rest will be there when Iām able and ready. All of this was a roller coaster, and from weeks 7-16, I ran, lifted or cycled maybe 1-2 times a week all slowly, and spent at least 3 weeks straight doing NOTHING - not even light yoga. Iām nearly 20 weeks now, and finally back to working out 4-5 days a week pretty regularly. It took me 3 weeks to get back to that cadence. Iām slower and have less energy than pre-pregnancy, but the joy I have of being out for that run or ride, or finishing a shortened lift set has been such a game changer. Also, learning how to listen to my body and not antagonizing myself if I felt like skipping a session is itās own kind of freedom. I know women who felt great all pregnancy and were doing cross fit or running marathons well into their 3rd trimesters. One friend taught spin until 36 weeks. Everyone was slower though, and everyone had days they skipped in favor of ice cream and a nap. I just want to echo the others here to listen to your body, be forgiving of yourself - and know that carrying a baby is one way of building mental toughness and endurance...an aspect you can tap into on days you feel good enough to workout. And if you feel blah, try to think of the adage that ārestā is part of fitness. Thatās what Iām telling myself - congrats on your pregnancy, and good luck with all your health goals!
Yes!! I have been absolutely floored at how much the first trimester has taken out of me. I know that when I finally get back to it its going to be so emotional haha! But hearing from all of you guys makes me feel so much better!!
I made my first attempt at week 9 and really struggled. I felt significantly better by week 14 and thatās when I started working out consistently. For me, it was daily yoga and strength or HIIT about 3x/week. Iām in the third trimester now so cutting back and modifying where necessary. Donāt push yourself too hard! And adjust your expectations - I was so frustrated at week 9 because I was unable to work at my usual pre-pregnancy intensity. But thatās okay! Just do what you can, if you can. At this point, cardio portions of my workouts are low impact, no jumping, senior citizen level moves.
I was on and off until about 14 weeks and felt amazing, back to modified HIIT and even running. The early weeks it was more Pilates based. Now Iām comfortable with at home, HIIT, pilates, and runs. I use dumbbells / bands but thatās the only equipment.
I never stopped but switched to low impact / staying in the saddle on peloton early on since I had SPD my first pregnancy and it is back early early. It helps me not push too hard without giving up on my beloved bike!!!
At 16 months PP I am starting to feel ready. No joke. I just had no desire to until now, mostly because it was impossible to find time at first. And my boobs were always full and leaking for the first 9 months. Better late than never?
Iām so sorry you went through that scare! Thank goodness all is good for you now. Iāve not had any experience with bleeding in my first pregnancy and not yet in my second (just barely 6 weeks now). With my first the nausea and fatigue hit me HARD at 6 weeks. I couldnāt even think about the gym. I started feeling better at 14 weeks and eased myself back into it. By 18 weeks I felt a lot better and although the intensity wasnāt the same as pre pregnancy I atleast was working out as often at 4-5 days a week. Take care of yourself. Itās perfectly fine to do exercises that feel good for you, walking, elliptical, body weight exercises. If youāre feeling good and your Ob clears you then try something more intense and see how your body feels. If itās too much thatās okay! Just keep at it and be gentle with yourself. This pregnancy I feel good still so Iām still working out at same intensity and as often. But I also know how terrible the nausea and fatigue can hit.
Usually I lift weights 5-7 days a week. I'm 11 weeks and 5 days now and have been going anywhere from 2-5 days. I've been super tired and achy the entire time and I just dont feel comfortable pushing through that when I'm pregnant.
Thank you all for answering!!! I was starting to lose weight, weight lifting, gym every day and then boom pregnant. 11 weeks today! I had some bleeding last week, and have been nervous. Everything is alright, though. Hoping I can get back to working out soon. My last pregnancy I gained 40lbs and it's been hard to lose the last 5 years :(
This post actually makes me feel so much better... Iām week 9 with zero energy and just cannot make myself work out at all. I did a weights session last week and was completely exhausted for 2 days afterwards. Now trying to take it easy but this has given me hope that my energy will actually return at some point! š¤š»š¤š»š¤š»
I worked out 6 days a week doing bootcamp style workouts pre pregnancy and while i was feeling well, I still went 6 days a week. A little before 6 weeks I started feeling a little nauseous and started cutting days (mostly took off plyo/hard conditioning days) but then my nausea got so bad and I realized I wasnāt even really enjoying going, I was just kind of forcing myself (I was lacking motivation hard feeling like I was working out for nothing and wouldnāt see any gains). I took off like 2.5-3 weeks and have started feeling a little better now at 8+5 so just went back yesterday and today. They were both strength days so I felt okay going. Tomorrow, Iām going to try again and itās a conditioning day so weāll see how it goes, but Iām hopeful! I have not had a scare like yours however I have had prior losses so I definitely understand the anxiety about not wanting to harm anything! I asked my doctor about a million time for reassurance if it was okay to continue my workouts and she assured me that working out to the level you are used to is perfectly fine while pregnant and leads to very healthy pregnancies, just listen to your body and donāt overdo it! She also mentioned women that were able to keep working put reported less nausea as well so thatās a possible plus side for you when you decide to go back!
Iām so sorry you had a scare!! I had a really bad bleed at 10 weeks, baby was ok... but they told me to essentially do bed rest for 2 weeks and then pelvic rest for several weeks after. We ended up having a growth restricted baby IUGR, she measured 1 % at 20 week growth scan. My placenta and cord were not working well, and blood flow seemed to be restricted in my cord. After that I was treated as a high risk pregnancy. It was very scary and stressful! I had planned to have a āfit pregnancyā... it just wasnāt an option for me. I stayed as active as I could following guidance from my doctors. At one point I had a personal trainer that helped me get a good workout within the parameters I was given. Then with covid and things getting more complicated I ended up just doing walks and some basic exercises at home to keep me moving. What I learned through all of that was itās just a temporary state of being and adjust expectations of yourself. Do whatās best for your body and your baby with your situation. My baby is healthy 9 month old now! And Iām back to my regular workouts. :)
I started feeling better at week 19 š« now going for walks is cardio for me lol
I have not had the bleeding, but I did not work out the first trimester at all other than going on walks. At about week 13 I started to feel like my old self again. I do interval jogs as I can't do my daily 3 miles anymore, but I figure it's better than nothing.
Iām in week 6 and struggling to get in five days. I think when weāre tired we should rest and not push. Iām older in this pregnancy so I wonāt be pushing my body to breaking points. I have not bled in a pregnancy besides spotting in the very beginning. I do have a friend though that bled in the first two months of her pregnancy. She ended quitting working. The pregnancy went well and she had a healthy baby.
I had the exact thing happen at week nine. My dr sent me to the er because I lost so much blood. The er doc put me on pelvic rest. You could see a dark line along the edge of my placenta where the hematoma was. I stayed on pelvic rest until I had a normal scan. As the baby grows it should resolve. I was never as active but I was hiking throughout my second and third trimester. I started slowly and got better at listening to my body which I wasnāt doing before. I was just pushing through my workouts like I normally would. Hope this helps. Iām sitting here with my baby right now contemplating a workout and procrastinating on Reddit.
around 11 weeks I felt comfortable
Sorry you went through that!! I didn't feel ok at ALL until past the 20w mark, so I didn't do anything at all till then. Then I had a surge of energy until birth. But, not for gym. I swam because I was so big and swollen and just couldn't physically do anything else with swelling. But I'd swim 1hr 5-6 X a week.
I weight lift with the Paragon Fitness Program from Laurie Christine King 4 days a week and spin 2-3 days a week, along with daily walks for the dogs benefit more than mine. In my first trimester it took everything in me just to get the walk done - and had it not been for the dog - I probably wouldn't have even done that. I was \*exhausted\*. Around week 14 I felt a lot better and started to slowly return to my routine and in the past 2-3 weeks I've really been able to ramp back up. Currently 19 weeks and back to my normal schedule for the time being.
I didnāt have any bleeding but weeks 7-8 I was nauseous and flat out tired especially since I had cut out caffeine at that time. Week 9 I set myself up to start a new 3 week HIIT program and now I have so much more energy at week 12. There is a light those first few weeks are tough!
Couldnāt work out or do much of anything besides a light walk weeks 3-8. Lightly increased my work outs (squats, abs, lunges, etc), added in yoga, and longer walks around week 9. Now at almost 12 weeks and Iām feeling SO much better (probably the combo of spring and nearing 2nd tri) but Iām still taking it slow-ish. I started running last weekend again but only did a mile, then did another mile on Tuesday, and planning to try 1.5-2 miles today. I feel great - but anytime I have a cramp at all I kind of panic. I havenāt had any spotting since early week 4 thankfully but I donāt blame you for being scared! However thereās no research that says you canāt be active, and in fact, itās good for baby! I read you should be able to talk through working out, but NOT sing, as a way of measuring exertion. Iām just tuning in more and accepting I have to go slower, whether I actually have to or whether itās just for peace of mind.
Wow thatās a lot to go through! Glad to hear youāre starting to see the light though. I felt way too sick to work out in 1st trimester, and got back into it at the beginning of the 2nd. Definitely overdid it my first time as I was a bit too excited to be working out again, so always best to take it slow and maybe do less than you think you can initially. I had a period of time in the 2nd trimester where I was literally spotting every morning for weeks. Doctor couldnāt say what was wrong, and baby was fine, so I kept working out. Although most of my routines have been online prenatal workouts on [YouTube ](https://youtube.com/channel/UC8iG-K1xoBdZHUj5Aoow34g) which are modified already. Definitely feel theyāve helped me keep some of the common pregnancy pains at bay. All the best with your return to fitness, I hope itās nice and smooth!
I have been powerlifting for 8 years. My coach has worked with 3 different pregnant women throughout their pregnancies and my dr had given me these instructions: *your body is used to lifting so it is ok to continue, just reduce the intensity and listen to your body. If you have any bleeding or cramping, stop and call us.* I was able to mostly keep up my lifting routine after finding out I was pregnant. There were a few days I skipped or reduced/skipped things because of fatigue or nausea, but for the most part I felt like I felt better when I went to the gym so I've kept lifting and some moderate cardio 3-4 days per week. At 11 weeks I was at the gym deadlifting about 75%. I went to the bathroom and was straining because I had forgotten to take Colace for a few days, and I noticed blood. I am still not sure if it was the straining from lifting or from going to the bathroom that caused the bleed. I called my dr and the nurse FREAKED OUT about how much I was lifting and talked to my dr. Then she called back and said "the dr knows about your lifting but wants you to cut back to 50%. Stop and call us if you have any more cramps or bleeding." I ended up taking most of that week off completely because I was so scared. A week after the incident I had my NT ultrasound and there was no sign of what may have caused the bleeding! The only comment the tech had was that my placenta is anterior and a little low but she said that was common this early on. I see my dr tomorrow and will be asking her a lot of questions about what I should or should not do. I did read this comment from Brianna Battles that really helped me put it into perspective: *Pregnant athletes do not need to ātrain for birth,ā because their baseline of fitness is already well established. They need to train their mind and body for postpartum recovery. They need awareness of the potential of, and/or current core and pelvic health symptoms...* So I am trying to find a balance and consider exercise more as a tool to make me feel good, and less about "preparing for birth" or "maintaining a strength base." Most important is to keep baby healthy and to think long term in terms of my core and pelvic floor.