Just an update:

I continued to pass small clots for 10 days following the initial 12 week u/s. My obstetrician wasn't convinced that all of the uterine contents had been expelled, so I had another u/s to check (at an different, supportive, clinic). The u/s confirmed that the gestational sac was still fully intact and wasn't going anywhere on it's own. I therefore needed a d&c, which I had yesterday. I'm relieved that it's over. With hindsight, a d&c straight away would have prevented this situation from dragging on and on, in my case.

Thankyou all for your fabulous support. I'm not looking forward to going back to work and adjusting to ongoing working life with no bub to look forward to in 5 months, but knowing that I have your support will help to see me through.

mjs