Bleeding and cramping in early pregnancy!?

I just recently found out I was pregnant. I do not know how far along I am as my appointment is not until the 11th but I had brown discharge for three days with a little cramping and now I have red blood with cramping. It is not heavy like my period but it is a little more than spotting. I called my doctor and she said if I am not going through more than two pads an hour or having extreme pain it should be normal. Any suggestions?