Coping with Miscarriage
Coping with Miscarriage
Coping with miscarriage
When a woman suffers a miscarriage she is subject to many negative emotions and fears, most commonly shock, guilt and a deep sense of grief. Furthermore, there is often a loss of focus for the future. Even if the baby is lost at a very early stage, much planning and decisions will have taken place, even if just subconsciously. This is taken away, often with little warning, leaving both parents feeling lost and disorientated. It particularly helps to talk to others who have also suffered a miscarriage, but most important, to share your feelings with your partner. Telling your friends and family can sometimes be difficult as well meaning advice, such as 'at least you are young and can try again', can sometimes sound quite tactless.
Trying for a baby after a miscarriage
It is generally recommended that you allow a few months for your hormonal balance and emotional state to settle before trying to get pregnant again. However, it is thought that following a miscarriage women are more fertile, and some do fall pregnant straight away. Your doctor can advise you what he considers best for you depending on the cause, if it is known.
Further help and advice
Miscarriage Association
Clayton Hospital
Northgate
Wakefield
WF1 3JS
Tel: 01924 200799
www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Information, advice and support.
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