Pregnancy after miscarriage can be a rollercoaster of joy, grief and fear. It can be hard to relax, but there are ways to cope. We look at who to talk to, when to try again, and how to get the reassurance you need.
By Lynne Roberts
Reassurance scan
If your last pregnancy ended in miscarriage you may be offered an early scan at around six or seven weeks to check whether your baby is developing properly
Bleeding
Bleeding is worrying at any time during pregnancy, but if you’ve suffered a previous miscarriage it can be even more frightening.
When to tell
Telling family and friends can be hard, especially if you announced your pregnancy only to have your hopes dashed last time around.
When to try again
Doctors used to recommend a three month break to allow time for you to recover physically and come to terms with your loss.
Stay informed
Sadly, most miscarriages are the result of chromosomal abnormalities and there is nothing you could have done to prevent it.
Talk it through
Being pregnant is an emotional rollercoaster at the best of times, but if you are also recovering from a miscarriage you could still be dealing with your lo
Increase your chances
If you’re nervous about this pregnancy it can help to know you’re doing everything you can to give yourself a fighting chance.
Relax
Most women who miscarry will have a successful pregnancy next time, but it can be hard to relax and many find themselves obsessively checking for bleeding, or worryin