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Conceiving Again After a Miscarriage
If you've had a miscarriage the big question is when can you try again?
You'll first need to get the OK from your doctor or midwife. Some doctor or midwifes say that you can try as soon as complete your first cycle post-miscarriage. Others will want you to wait longer depending on how far along you were in your lost pregnancy, what the issues were that contributed to your miscarriage, and your overall state of health.
Sometimes your emotions won't be in line with your physical readiness. You may need to wait even though your doctor or midwife gives you the go-ahead, or you may want to rush ahead to try even if your doctor or midwife tells you to wait another month or two.
As Gail Dahl of "Pregnancy and Childbirth Secrets" points out, sometimes taking time to mourn your loss feels like a luxury. She says, "Mothers who are facing a diminishing timeline for becoming pregnant feel the need to quickly resume trying for the new baby."You deserve the time and the space to feel as sad as you need to feel. You may find a support group invaluable as you struggle with your feelings. You can find them online or you can contact your doctor or midwife's office, hospital, or a resolve.org group to find other women and couples who understand and appreciate what you're going through.
Safety Note
See your doctor or midwife if your normal grieving doesn't lift and turns to a clinical depression. Look for warning signs like:
- loss of appetite
- inability to sleep
- loss of interest in friends or family (including other children)
- feelings of hopelessness
- trouble thinking or concentrating on a task
- thoughts of suicide or homicide
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