About 6 months ago I had a miscarriage. Then I found out a week ago that I am pregnant again. While I am excited about the pregnancy I am really nervous that I could miscarry again. Is there anything that I can do to prevent that?” For better or worse, there really isn’t anything you can do to … [Read more…]
How to Support Someone Who’s Had a Miscarriage
My best friend just had a miscarriage. I have no idea what to say to her, or how to help. I don’t want to ignore that it happened, but I feel really awkward bringing it up, too. What should I say? Anything? How can I help?” If you’re a partner, relative or friend it can be tough to know what to say … [Read more…]
What Are the Odds of Having a Miscarriage?
Miscarriages aren’t the most pleasant thing to think about, but they are common in the first trimester. The odds of having one increase as you age: studies have found that about 9 percent of recognized pregnancies for women ages 20 to 24 ended in miscarriage. The risk rises to about 20 percent … [Read more…]
Pregnant Too Soon After the Last Baby, What Can I Do?
Hi Sandy and Marcie, According to my doctor I got pregnant too soon after my first baby was born (when he was 5 months). He said I have a high risk of a miscarriage, (that’s because I had a hemorrhage after 2 weeks of giving birth.) and he thinks my uterus might not hold the baby long. Someone … [Read more…]
Bleeding During Pregnancy
I’m pregnant, and I’ve had mild bleeding over the past few weeks, but not enough to wear a pad. Last week, I felt a gush at work. It was a blood clot about the size of a quarter. My OB didn’t think anything was seriously wrong, but it’s happened again. Should I be worried about losing my … [Read more…]