Miscarriage
Miscarriages Can Be Devastating News, It Is Not the Pregnant Woman's Fault
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When a pregnant woman finds out she has had a miscarriage the news can be devastating. She may believe it was her fault and feel discouraged about future pregnancies. A miscarriage can have the same emotional impact as any death of a loved one. Here's how to know if you might be having a miscarriage; if you think you are, seek immediate medical attention:March of Dimes: Symptoms of Miscarriage
Chances are good you are are looking for answers about why your pregnancy ended in miscarriage and if there's anything you can do to prevent a future miscarriage. Unfortunately, there's very little a woman can do to stop another miscarriage from happening. But keep in mind that the vast majority of couples who miscarry -- even multiple times -- still go on to have a healthy child.There are actually different types of pregnancy loss, including a chemical pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, blighted ovum, molar pregnancy and stillbirth. Here, About.com explains the differences:Types of Pregnancy LossMost miscarriages happen in the first timester, roughly the first three months of a woman's pregnancy:About.com: Miscarriage in the First Trimester Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Chances are good you are are looking for answers about why your pregnancy ended in miscarriage and if there's anything you can do to prevent a future miscarriage. Unfortunately, there's very little a woman can do to stop another miscarriage from happening. But keep in mind that the vast majority of couples who miscarry -- even multiple times -- still go on to have a healthy child.There are actually different types of pregnancy loss, including a chemical pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, blighted ovum, molar pregnancy and stillbirth. Here, About.com explains the differences:Types of Pregnancy LossMost miscarriages happen in the first timester, roughly the first three months of a woman's pregnancy:About.com: Miscarriage in the First Trimester Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- Will I be at risk for another miscarriage?
- What kind of miscarriage did I have?
- Why did I have a miscarriage?
- Will there is any permanent damage?
- How can I be better prepared if this happens again?
- "X-rays can cause miscarriage."
- "Nausea and vomiting mean I’m going to have a miscarriage."
- "Having sex while pregnant can cause miscarriage."
- "Lifting heavy objects or exercise causes miscarriage."
- "Stress can cause miscarriage."
