Thinking about pregnancy after miscarriage is an emotionally fraught experience. There are many factors to take into consideration and making the decision to try again can be difficult. It is often natural to want to try again straight away, but you should ensure that you are physically and emotionally ready.
There is no specific time frame set by health practitioners for how long to wait before trying to become pregnant again. However, it is recommended that you wait at least a couple of months to give your body time to strengthen and be able to support the pregnancy.
Talking with your doctor about when it would be safe for you to try and fall pregnant is highly recommended. They are familiar with your specific case and can offer the best guidance. It does take a couple of months for your uterus and endometrial lining to fully recover from the experience.
As well as the physical trauma that your body undergoes, there is an equal and often heavier emotional burden that is placed on you. You will spend time grieving for the loss, but you will also likely have some anxiety about whether you will experience a loss again. Seeking out some counselling or talking to your doctor about your concerns may help you to overcome the anxiety and make another attempt at pregnancy in a stronger mental state.
Fortunately most women will have a successful pregnancy after having suffered a miscarriage. The percentage of women who go to full term after suffering a loss is around 85 per cent. If you have had more than one loss, then you should speak your gynecologist before attempting to fall pregnant in order to rule out any discernible reason.
Pregnancy after miscarriage is a difficult decision to make. It is important that you do wait to allow your body time to recover and focus on allowing yourself to recover from a very traumatic experience before you attempt it once more.
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