Looking for some calming advice!?

Question

I had a miscarriage about 8 months ago, and i was just 5 weeks along . I just found out today that i am pregnant again, but its still so early, only 4 weeks. Because I had a miscarriage the first time, does this mean I'm more likely to have one again? I should be happy but I'm too worried to be happy! Any answers are appreciated, Thanks.

Answer 1

One miscarriage does not raise your risk. Especially as your last one was so early, that indicates that it probably has nothing to do with you. Later miscarriages, like in the second trimester, can sometimes be indicative of conditions, like insufficient hormone levels. But early miscarriages are usually just a fluke. The first few weeks of development involve a lot of complex cell divisions, and sometimes they just don't happen properly but it has nothing to do with you.

Also, I had a 5 week miscarriage a while ago and am now 11 weeks pregnant , almost in the second trimester. We already saw the heartbeat! I was quite anxious to begin with as well, but I just remind myself that most pregnancies do continue healthily.

Also, don't worry that you will cause a miscarriage by worrying. Most women worry - it's a normal part of pregnancy and helps us to do all we can to ensure the safety of our babies. Besides, women in far more stressful situations, like war zones, give birth to healthy children. That said, of course for your own sake, try not to worry too much so that you can enjoy this pregnancy. :-)

Answer 2

For some people, a miscarriage is simply a fluke and never happens again. That is a REALLY hard question to answer. I am afraid to answer it because I dont want to worry you. My experience was 3 miscarriages before I had my 1st child (he is 10), one before my 3rd (she is 1) and another one this past May.

Honestly, the doctor wont do anything to check into why you miscarry unless you have more than one in a row. I found out after my 3rd consecutive that I didnt produce any progesterone during my 1st trimester, which forced me to miscarry. I had to take progesterone injections with the 3 kids I do have for the first 15 weeks of my pregnancy.

There really is no way to know. I would maybe just keep the pregnancy to yourself for a bit, until you feel you are out of the woods and feel comfortable.

I would say that the chances are slim you would have another one unless you have an underlying circumstance like I did. I will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Congrats and good luck.

Answer 3

Women miscarry for alot of different reasons. No, u should not worry that it will happen again. Undo stress is not good and will increase your chances for miscarriage.
Our bodies reject the fetus for numerous reasons. It may truly have been a blessing that u did miscarry as there could have been severe abnormalities or retardation. Its just something u never know, but dont question unless of course it happens several times. In this case, there could be a defect with you causing the reject. I would not worry unless it happened again. In this case, then u need to seek a gyno and have him run some tests.
I miscarried 20 years ago. Was told ever since that i would not ever conceive and be a mommy due to severe fertility problems. Well guess what.....i am 29 weeks pregnant with a baby boy at 39 years old. Our bodies adjust and evolve just like anything else in order to procreate. I have a true miracle kicking the crap outta me on a daily basis. lol I am loving every minute of it.
So, u see.....our bodies do things for a reason. Just try to cope with the loss as best as possible, but keep a possitive outlook for the future. You cant change the past and the best way to ensure a bright future, is to keep your thoughts positive.
You will be fine. Dont dwell, just accept whatever it is that is handed to u, but dont ever ever give up. I am living proof that a positive outlook makes all the difference. :)
Good luck to u hun. I hope everything works out fantastic for u.

Answer 4

Hi Layla, I also had a miscarriage in May 2005 when it was 7 weeks old. Please believe that our previous miscarriage will not increase our risk of future miscarriages. I am now 28 weeks pregnant with a healthy baby boy as revealed in test results from amniocentesis and full ultra sound scan. It will also be a good news for you but you should not add unnecessary stress to yourself. This was the advice my gynae gave me...
to avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and other household chemicals during our 1st trimester. We must also cooked our meats thoroughly and practice good perineal hygiene. Try to find ways to relax yourself but do not walk, stand or exercise too much (walking is more than enough). Remember to drink 2 litres of fluids a day but just eat as our normal portion during our 1st trimester (fruits & vegetables is good, take folic acid tablets). Try to find time to lie on our left side for 30mins after meals. Just rest well and enjoy your pregnancy ya.
You may contact me at [e-mail] whenever you need someone to share. Stay happy =)

Answer 5

your previous miscarriage could have been a result of a miriad of things. there could have been something wrong with the baby and it was your body;s way of taking care of it, the egg might not have even developed at that point...a dud in other words, or many, MANY other reasons that have NOTHING to do with THIS pregnancy. if that was the reason for your previous miscarraige you are ABSOLUTLY at no greater risk of a miscarriage! just take comfort in the fact that your dr will probably keep a closer eye on you this time to see if they can spot any warning flags. but i'm sure this one will be a healthy and happy pregnancy for both you AND the baby! congrats and good luck to you!

Answer 6

I knew a girl who had a miscarriage and was pregnant again soon after, she now has a little boy:) If either you or the father had been drinking heavily when conception occured the first time, it could have caused the miscarriage- if the fetus was damaged enough that your body knew it would not survive.

Answer 7

A previous miscarriage does not mean you will likely miscarry again. I would just enjoy every moment of your pregnancy. Just think you have a little being created by you and your significant other that is growing inside you. Give all your worries to god, rest and enjoy. Congratulations!!!

Answer 8

Ok...first off the less you worry the better off you are!!!!! I am sorry to hear about your miscarriage and congrats on the new one!!!! I was told if you miscarry its because you had an unhealthy baby to begin with so this is going to sound bad but consider it a blessing . I don't want to scare you though but there is a chance if you miscarry once you could again...but then again not, so my advice to is try not to worry so much and just go along with your pregnancy!! Things happen for a reason.... Good luck and God Bless

Answer 9

calm down. breath and as hard as it is block out all negative thoughts think about the good things like, you have a second chance. it doesnt even matter about the likelyhood of misscarrying, it'll only give you more to worry about. Worry is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do but gets you know were. Instead focus your energy on being completely healthy during your pregnancy, and taking care of you mentally and physcially.

Answer 10

Congrats! Every pregnancy is different. Someone who constantly has miscarriages is probably mor elikely to have another but you've only had one. I probably wouldn't worry. Beside don't stress yourself out, not good for mommy or the baby.