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2 Apr 2024

Trying to Conceive After Miscarriage: When to Start

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When to Try Again for Pregnancy After Miscarriage
Emotional Considerations
Deciding when to attempt pregnancy again is ultimately up to you. Your emotional well-being should guide your decision. Take into account the need to prepare yourself emotionally and physically for a new pregnancy.
Allow yourself time to grieve the loss of your baby before contemplating the future. Some couples find that trying again promptly helps them cope with their experience.
Optimal Timing for Reduced Risk
Studies indicate that conceiving within six months of a miscarriage may lower your risk of subsequent miscarriages. Women who conceive within this timeframe reduce their risk by one-third. Furthermore, they enhance the chances of a successful and healthy pregnancy.
While the exact reasons remain unclear, the findings suggest that women who feel emotionally prepared should consider trying again soon after a miscarriage.
Professional Guidance
Consult your doctor to determine if there are any medical reasons that require you to wait before attempting pregnancy again.
If you've experienced one or two early miscarriages, follow-up appointments are usually scheduled after three miscarriages. However, you can proactively arrange an appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns and questions about trying for pregnancy again.
Physical Readiness and Timing
Resume sexual activity once miscarriage symptoms like pain or bleeding have subsided to avoid the risk of infection.
Your doctor might advise waiting for at least one period before trying for another baby. The first menstrual cycle after a miscarriage can be longer or shorter than usual, potentially affecting accurate conception timing. Even if you conceive before your first period, it doesn't increase the risk to your pregnancy.
Post-Specific Pregnancy Scenarios
After a molar pregnancy, it's best to wait until your after-treatment monitoring is complete. Additional treatment might be needed to remove any remaining cells in your womb.
For those who've had an ectopic pregnancy, waiting for at least two periods post-treatment before trying again is typically advised. If treated with methotrexate, a wait of at least three months is recommended to prevent potential harm to a future pregnancy.
Emotional Preparedness and Support
The timing of feeling emotionally ready to attempt pregnancy again varies for each individual. Some require more time to process their loss, while others see a new pregnancy as a step towards healing.
Confide in a trusted person—a family member, friend, or professional—to navigate this complex emotional journey. Support can play a crucial role.
Understanding the Likelihood of Miscarriage and Mental Well-being
Worries about future miscarriages are natural, but most early miscarriages are isolated incidents. If struggling with negative emotions, seeking professional assistance is essential, as mental health issues can arise during or after pregnancy.
Navigating Antenatal Care and Mental Health
You can request early or extra scans as part of your antenatal care for peace of mind. While scans cannot guarantee outcomes, they can offer reassurance.
Remember that there are no guarantees, but informed decisions, prioritizing emotional well-being, seeking professional guidance, and maintaining optimal health can enhance your chances of a successful pregnancy after a miscarriage.
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Sapphire
26 Sep 2023

IV been trying to conceive since December of last year since my miscarriage and a doctor told me my blood killed my baby and I don't want to believe that I want to keep hope and keep trying.

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Kaelly
Aww don’t lose hope 🤞🏽you got this love believe me you strong let’s just be positive & have a lot of faith 🤞🏽
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NaQuaya
17 Jul 2023

Hey ladies I just got off of my menstrual cycle yesterday my first period after my miscarriage it was very easy no bad cramping can I start to try to conceive now that my period came and finished🥺🤔

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Erin Presnall
I would say yes❤️ that's what my docs said. And a few other lady's on here say that's what their doc said❤️after 1 cycle❤️🎉
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NaQuaya
Thank you so much
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Keitha
6 Jun 2023

Miscarried on April 21st got my 1st cycle May 21st now I can start back trying to conceive again sending baby dust to everyone who’s trying to conceive

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Aundria
Good luck!!!
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Kyla
Sending baby dust 🥹
27 Mar 2024

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Anna
13 Apr 2023

We started trying again this week after a miscarriage back in September. Praying I’m able to conceive and carry to term this time, if I cannot I’ve decided to call it quits because of how taxing it is emotionally and physically. Fingers crossed. 👩‍🍼

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Hidiyah
I had my first miscarriage on January 18, of 2023. Two weeks ago, we baby jumped and being on my second week, for the past three days my breast has been temporarily in pains or aching but not to major. Sometimes it feels weighed and sometimes it doesn’t. I hope I am pregnant 🤰🏼
27 Mar 2024

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Anna
I hope so too girly! The one I had in September would be my second one. I’m worried about becoming high risk/ unable to conceive. Sending baby dust your way sister! 🤗
27 Mar 2024

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Kristen
15 Mar 2023

Trying to conceive after miscarriage. Is there anything anyone has taken that helped become more fertile to get your rainbow baby.

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Rachell
I’m in the same boat. Praying we get our miracles 🤞🏻🤞🏻
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Rachel
11 Feb 2023

What prenatals did everybody use? I want to start back up on them while we’re trying to conceive in hopes to help avoid yet another miscarriage.

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Sarah
I am currently 9 weeks pregnant and I am taking the Women’s 1 a day, with folic acid.
27 Mar 2024

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🌜✨Yaya✨🎄
Thorne prenatals, still using them while breastfeeding too
27 Mar 2024

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Eve🌈👶🏽
16 Oct 2022

I had a miscarriage Sept 26 and was told I should stop bleeding in 14 days. Here I am still bleeding on day 20. Has anyone bled this long? Should I be worried? I eager to start trying to conceive again.

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Adriana
You should probably not try so soon and monitor how much blood you’re losing
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Eve🌈👶🏽
it has slowed down a lot. It's not heavy at all. I was told by my dr that I could try after 14 days but only because of my age. I'm 42 so the sooner the better.
27 Mar 2024

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Tamara
9 Aug 2022

Good morning ladies, hope all is well……I’ve been trying to conceive a lil over a month since my miscarriage 💔 but this is my first time trying to track ovulation… should I start baby dancing or wait til I get a positive LH test?

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Emma
A little too soon. Sending baby dust
27 Mar 2024

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Key
I would start. Remember sperms stays in you for up to 5 days. Sending baby dust
27 Mar 2024

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Miriam
4 Jul 2022

Trying to conceive after a miscarriage. Have not been successful…. Any advice

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Madison🦋
I’m trynna do the same after my miscarriage myself and I feel like it’s harder than normal but I feel like I might be preggo again but not sure
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Madi
Have u tried ovulation tests? I tried for a good 6 months before using them and I was successful with them
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summer
5 Nov 2021

So I’ve had a miscarriage when I was younger.. is it possible to still conceive after having a miscarriage?

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summer
congratulations!! And thank you!
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Graciela
Yes, I'm trying again after having my second miscarriage in January of this year
27 Mar 2024

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