Pregnant After Having Miscarriage

L., I've had 3 miscarriages. All before I had my son. It's scary. I was afraid through my entire pregnancy that I would miscarry--right up until the end.

But delaying pre-natal care is not a wise idea.

Congratulations!

Oh please don't forgo the Dr. visit!
Refuse the ultrasound if you so desire-but consult w/ your Dr./midwife!
When I finally got pregnant 8 months after my miscarriage I had really low progesterone levels. They put me on a supplement and they went up to the safe zone. I don't know if my body could have supported my son had I not.

It is super common to be filled w/ fear at this point. I found talking to other moms who had/were going through similar experiences very helpful. (I did this online.)

Before every appt. I was filled w/ fear-until my son began assaulting my innards. I had lots of blood work done-felt like I lived at the hospital those early months. But waiting would not have made it easier.

So I would urge you to at least go and talk to your Dr.. Please! :)

I'll be praying for you!

L.,

Going to the doctor is not going to cause another miscarriage, but I could certainly imagine that NOT going, ESPECIALLY after a miscarriage, could be a big risk. There may be things they can do, precautions to take, etc. to keep you well, and your pregnancy intact, but they won't be able to do any of those things if you forgo your doctor's appointments.

If there is any reason to get over your anxiety, it's the precious life growing inside you. Do this for your baby. Go see your doctor.

Pregnancy After Loss by Carol Cirulli Lanham is the best book EVER. I had 3 miscarriages in less than a year back in the dark ages. I thought I was over it. Until I was pregnant again. Even though it was nine YEARS later it was still an emotional roller coaster. This book REALLY, REALLY, helped (and so did a good ultrasound at 9 weeks, all my miscarriages were at 8 weeks) The lady who wrote it is "just" a mom who's been there and lived through it, not some "expert"

http://www.amazon.com/Pregnancy-After-Loss-Miscarriage-St...

Your decision just puts your fears on the back burner...I am sorry about your loss but congrats on your new pregnancy! Set your doctor's appointment and embrace your first ultrasound. I really think it will give you peace of mind sooner rather than later. Blessings!

First of all congratulations!!!

Secondly, I think you should go see your doctor. My doctor had me come in for the first time at 8 weeks. I had a miscarriage before I had my daughter and I completely understand being scared and nervous, but you need to take care of yourself and baby. Talk about your fears with your doctor, that is what they are there for!

The best thing you can do is take one day at a time. Unfortunately, you will probably be nervous the whole pregnancy, but it will get easier month to month the further along you get. Try to relax and enjoy as much of it as you can, it truly is a magical experience. A miscarriage seems to rob us of the ability to enjoy any subsequent pregnancies, try not to let it!

Big Hugs to you!!

I can totally understand, but do know as moms, we are always having to face the most frightening situations all of the time

We do what we have to for what is best for our children.

These tests are there to help you and your baby. It is better to know the truth.

Take your husband, your mother a best friend so that you are not alone.
I am sending you strength.. and congratulations!

I had two miscarriages and I always tried to wait for my appointments fearing that their probing and prodding could cause a miscarriage. I wouldn't let them do ultrasounds or internal exams until after I was farther along. I did have to get thyroid tests though so I couldn't skip them entirely. But as I was farther along, I got plenty of ultrasounds and appointments with high risk stuff that need to be treated. I hope that helps. Good luck and congratulations!!

Midwives don't see you until 12-13 weeks. As long as you get your bloodwork you should be fine. I'm 13 weeks today and have my first birth center appointment tomorrow.

I had a miscarriage 7 weeks into my pregnacy. Got pregnant again, about 2 months later. I was afraid of the same thing again. As soon as I found out I was pregnant, I started taking Prenatal vitamins. I think maybe around a month later after I found out I was pregnant that I schedule my first app. He told me congrats on getting pregnant again so soon and check the baby out and said everything look good. Had a healthy baby,even though I suffer from high blood pressure during that pregnacy. But was so worth it!!!

Congrats!!!! God Bless You!!! :)