Pregnancy after a miscarriage: how to plan and what to prepare for

The question of whether it is possible to successfully carry a pregnancy after a miscarriage is a serious issue that requires an individual approach. After a miscarriage, a woman has many questions: why did this happen, how soon can one consider a new conception, and what should be done to ensure that the next pregnancy is successful.

Causes of Miscarriage

A prematurely interrupted pregnancy is a rare type of non-pregnancy in which a woman's body does not recognize the death of the fetus. The placenta continues to produce hormones, and pregnancy symptoms persist.

The main cause of miscarriage is a chromosomal abnormality of the fetus. Genetic anomalies inhibit the embryo's development, leading to its death. According to statistics, this occurs in about 1 in 100 cases, most often before the 12th week of pregnancy.

A missed miscarriage can only be detected during regular examinations. During an ultrasound, the doctor may find that the fetus is not developing or, using Doppler ultrasound, detect the absence of a heartbeat. Often, symptoms are not expressed, but sometimes a woman notices blood-stained discharge.

How to Prepare for a New Pregnancy After a Miscarriage?

Physically, conception is possible as early as the following menstrual cycle, but doctors do not recommend rushing. It is best to undergo a complete examination and prepare for the next pregnancy.

Necessary Examinations

• Blood tests to detect endocrine and immunological disorders.
• Genetic tests to detect chromosomal abnormalities.
• Instrumental methods: ultrasound, hysteroscopy, hysterosalpingography, and other methods prescribed by the doctor.

Gynecologists advise abstaining from any sexual activity for 2 to 6 weeks after a miscarriage. During this period, the menstrual cycle is restored. If the doctor performed a curettage of the uterine cavity, the body also needs time to regenerate.

The optimal period to conceive a child is six months after a miscarriage, provided there are no complications. However, the time frame is chosen individually based on the woman's health condition. The treating obstetrician-gynecologist will help establish a precise plan.

Action Plan for Preparation

Planning includes a standard examination of both partners. It is necessary to establish the cause of the miscarriage and take any potential preventive measures.

Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Re-Conception

If conception is considered through IVF, the specifics of each protocol must be taken into account:

• IVF with own eggs and partner's sperm: the chances of successful pregnancy are high if the causes of the miscarriage are eliminated and hormonal balance is corrected.
• IVF with donor eggs: ovarian reserve, endometrium, and hormonal balance are considered. A new pregnancy is possible if all recommendations are followed.
• Double donation (egg and sperm): the probability of a new pregnancy depends on the condition of the uterus and the presence of chronic diseases. The quality of preparation and management of the pregnancy from the first weeks is important.

Support and Guidance at Natuvitro Clinic

At the "Natuvitro" clinic, you can consult experienced specialists: obstetrician-gynecologists, reproductive specialists, geneticists. A thorough examination will help determine the reasons for a pregnancy failure and prepare for the next conception.

You can also choose an individual pregnancy management program. Experienced doctors will closely monitor the health of the mother and fetus and create the most comfortable and safest conditions for the pregnancy.

You can make an appointment by filling out the form in the "Contacts" section of the clinic's website.