When i had my miscarriage at 5 weeks the doctor said to wait two months.
After a miscarriage, making the decision to try for another pregnancy can be difficult. It is natural to want to become pregnant again right away after going through the heartache of losing a baby. However, you should wait to attempt again until you are physically, as well as emotionally ready.
When can I attempt another pregnancy?
There is no perfect amount of time to wait before trying to conceive again, but many healthcare providers encourage woman to wait at least a few months to strengthen the chance of a healthy pregnancy. If a woman's body isn't ready to support a pregnancy by the time that she conceives again, she faces an increased risk of experiencing a repeat miscarriage. It takes time for the uterus to recover and for the endometrial lining to become strong and healthy again.
Medically, it is safe to conceive after two or three normal menstrual periods if tests or treatments for the cause of the miscarriage are not being done. Some physicians routinely recommend that couples wait six months to a year before attempting another pregnancy in order to come to terms with their loss, whereas other physicians feel there is no compelling reason to wait so long.
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What are the chances of having another miscarriage?
Many couples who experience a miscarriage worry that it will happen again. Fortunately, at least 85% of women who have had one loss will go on to have a successful pregnancy the next time, as will 75% of those who have experienced two or three losses.
When should a specialist be consulted before attempting to conceive again?
Your health care provider can refer you to the appropriate specialist in maternal-fetal medicine, genetics, or reproductive endocrinology who can help you have the best treatment to increase the chances of a healthy pregnancy. You may want to consider seeking help if you:
Have had two or more miscarriages
Are over age 35
Have an illness that may affect your pregnancy (such as diabetes)
Have or had fertility problems
How do we decide when to try again?
Deciding when to try again is a decision only you as a couple can make. Another pregnancy won't replace the lost pregnancy but may help you by refocusing your attention. If there were medical complications with your miscarriage, make sure to discuss the plans to try again with your health care provider first.
How might we feel during the next pregnancy?
Your next pregnancy might not be as joyful as you would like because you've learned that life doesn't always go according to your plans. You can't say it's your first, but it is also difficult to say you are a parent. The following are recommendations to make this time a little easier:
Ask that your pregnancy be monitored carefully.
You may want to avoid early preparation for the baby's arrival. Some couples find it helpful to request that baby showers be held until after the arrival of the baby.
Some people will make suggestions about what you should do or not do to make this pregnancy successful because they are also invested emotionally in your pregnancy. The easiest way to handle their suggestions is to listen, and then do whatever you, your partner, and medical team feel is best.
Your birth experience might be bittersweet because memories may resurface about your loss. You will probably need to do some grieving in addition to celebrating your new baby.
Your parenting may be influenced by your past loss so moments of panic might occur, especially when the new baby is ill, or too quiet.
You may feel the need to protect yourself from more sorrow so you might be cautious bonding with your new baby until you're certain he or she is safe and healthy.
If you feel you are struggling, speak to your healthcare provider about possible support groups or counselors who could help you through this difficult time.
http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyloss/mcgettingpregnantagain.html
2007-02-16 22:53:26
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answered by ஐ♥Julian'sMommy♥ஐ 7
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I also had a miscarriage (at 8 weeks), then I was pregnant again within a month! (Not deliberately - I kind of didn't believe it would be possible until I'd had a period.) I was very worried to start with but the doctor said everything would be fine, and it is! (Currently 15 weeks pregnant with this one - all tests & scans so far totally normal.) I think one reason people are advised to wait is because of the emotinal upset of the miscarriage.
Good luck!
2007-02-17 03:17:17
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answered by _Jess_ 4
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I think when I had my miscarriage the doctor said 9months to a year before I shoul dthink about concieving again, but this is really something you should ask you own doctor because he has better idea of your personal risks, your body, medical history etc. There are alot of factors that play a part in pregnancy such as genetic conditions, number of previous successfull pregnancies, nuber of previous miscarriages, etc. and only you and you doctor know what these are. So while for someone like me it may be ok to try again in 9-12 months you might be able to try sooner or have to wait longer, this is a decision you, your doctor and your partner should reach together. Sorry for your loss.
2007-02-17 02:44:30
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answered by greatwifeandmother 2
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sorry to hear about your miscarriage, I've had four and after each one i was told to wait at least 3 months, but if you still don't feel ready then just wait until you do. you have to be both physically and emotionally ready to get pregnant again. All the best for your future pregnancies I'm sure they will go without a hitch.
2007-02-17 03:30:45
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answered by lush 2
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The best advice I got was to make sure you are pregnant again by the time your miscarried baby was due to be born. Its hard to think of that now when its so upsetting to lose a baby but it did work for me. Also make sure you have a period before you try again as well, so you know how your body clock is working. This advice was from a midwife. Good luck to you!
2007-02-16 23:05:28
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answered by Anonymous
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I would suggest that you see your doctor, health visitor or midwife about the physical side of this but from an emotional point of view only you will know when your ready to try again for another baby. Counselling maybe an option for you as a miscarriage is a very upsetting experience for anyone and I would say that its vital you heal emotionally before having another baby. good luck
2007-02-17 05:10:59
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answered by thedaddy 4
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Its best to wait 3 months after a miscarriage to try again but I'm sure your body knows best. Good Luck x
2007-02-16 23:06:42
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answered by mariacoops 1
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Physically 3 months (after your periods are back to normal and you vitamin stored are back up).
Mentally - not until your strong enough, talk through your feelings or write them down, don't rush yourself if your not ready. The miscarriage will always hurt but you learn to accept what happened and why.
2007-02-17 09:00:30
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answered by Anonymous
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I was told a year and then i really wanted to get peg again so he said six months. Really I would wait a year and let your body heal up . I would ask my doctor and find out what he says would be the best thing to do.
2007-02-16 22:49:56
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answered by Kat J 2
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i myself just had a miscarriage last month ago and had to have a d and c. Both the surgeon and my doctor said to wait till i had my first period before trying again.
2007-02-17 04:03:39
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answered by kdc 2
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