Healthy pregnancy after miscarriage

One miscarriage does not determine what will happen in a future pregnancy. Your body and emotions may need different kinds of recovery, and grief can continue even when a new pregnancy is wanted. A clinician can review medical history, medicines, bleeding, infections and any previous complications before conception or early in pregnancy.

Take a prenatal supplement containing folic acid as advised, manage existing conditions, avoid smoking and alcohol, and arrange an early maternity appointment after a positive test. A Transvaginal Ultrasound may help confirm location and development when clinically appropriate. Ask for mental health support if worry, low mood or traumatic memories interfere with sleep or daily life.

Seek urgent assessment for heavy bleeding, one-sided or severe abdominal pain, shoulder-tip pain, faintness, fever, or feeling acutely unwell in early pregnancy. Contact your maternity team for persistent bleeding, worsening pain or concerns about symptoms. If another loss occurs, Medical Management of Miscarriage or Surgical Management of Miscarriage may be discussed according to the clinical situation.

Ask when it is medically suitable to try again, which supplements and medicines are appropriate, when an early scan is useful, and what support is available for anxiety or grief.