Clearblue still shows 2-3 weeks pregnant… at 7 weeks 😢

I’m 7 weeks today according to my Flo app and my cheapie HCG tests are still dye stealers, but Clearblue digital has been stuck on 2-3 weeks for the past fortnight.

My first appointment is only on the 23rd June, so I’m worried that I’m not progressing as I should be.

Symptoms are still fatigue, sore boobs, nausea and food aversions.

Any advice or similar experiences?

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Hi lovely, I’m 9 weeks and only got my 3+ late last week xx

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I didn't get a 3+ with my little boy at all. All it means is that your hormones are on the lower end of normal. CB digital isn't the most accurate test. Try not to worry

If you Google hCG range by week and Google the CB digital hCG needed to detect each week past conception you'll see that the ranges are MASSIVE.

Don't worry, you're fine xxx

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Thanks so much 🙏 I had two blood tests a few weeks ago (48 hours apart) which confirmed the pregnancy was progressing - my numbers tripled and my symptoms have been progressively increasing since.

With my first baby I got a Clearblue 3+ at 6 weeks and when I asked ChatGPT this morning if it’s normal to still be on 2-3, it told me that I should be worried the Clearblue isn’t progressing! 😟

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Ignore ChatGPT. I use it all the time as my imaginary knowledgeable friend. But it's not always right.

Stop taking tests now at 7 weeks. Unless you have a reduction of symptoms that don't come back after a few days or you get cramping/bleeding you've got nothing to worry about xx

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thank you, I agree! I appreciate your response and after the last dye stealer this morning, I definitely feel like I’m done testing.

It’s just adding more confusion/anxiety which I don’t need at this point! I’m crossing my fingers and saying a prayer that all goes well at my first appointment! xx

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These aren’t all that accurate I wouldn’t worry. I’ve never bothered testing for a 3+ all my pregnancies have been 2-3.
Dye stealers also make 0 difference.. not to scare you but my last pregnancy my ‘dye stealer’ was the day I miscarried and I tested positive 2 weeks later still because it takes a while for hormones to drop.
Once you have a positive test just take that as you’re pregnant until you know otherwise. By the sounds of your other comments things are progressing well for you so like Kirsty said ignore chatGPT and stop testing :)

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I agree with the people saying stop testing now! I took a test at around 7 weeks and it was soooo faint barely there (all the others prior were very dark) and I was ridiculously anxious. I had a scan the next week and baby was there with a very healthy heartbeat. x

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I think I will 🙏🏻 that was my last Clearblue, so I think I’ll stop wasting my money 😄 I’ve probably taken 20 tests since I found out and they’ve all been strong positives, so it’s just making anxiety where there doesn’t need to be at this point.
I haven’t had any cramping or bleeding (praying none of that starts) and I woke up this morning with awful morning sickness, so hoping things are progressing as normal! 🌷 x

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Mine only ever showed 2-3 and I’m having 2 of them 🥰
I’d try to stop testing, but I know it can be hard! Can you book for a private scan for some reassurance? Xx

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congratulations! ✨✨

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How did everything go with your appointment? I’m in the same situation; 6.5 weeks with a dye stealer but still 2-3 weeks on clear blue X

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sadly, I was only measuring 6 weeks + 3 and there was no heartbeat 😢 My dates said I should have been nearly 10 weeks…
They said I need to go back 14 days after to confirm there’s been no change, but I started bleeding today and my doctor has bumped my appointment to tomorrow to discuss next steps 😭

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If you want to talk I've literally just been, or rather an going through this.

Went to my 12 week scan Monday last week and there was no baby, just gestational sac and yolk sac. I passed it on Friday and then the main passing happened Sunday. So if you want someone to talk to or to support you, please message me 🫂❤️ xxx

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