Loss and New Pregnancy ?

Vanval10 · June 2014

My last pregnancy ended in miscarriage at about 11 weeks. I'm 8w 5d now and so far have had a bit of spotting that was old blood, but two ultrasounds that show baby measuring at the right size and a healthy heartbeat.
Does anyone know anything about chances of miscarrying again after circumstances like this? Is it best to stop worrying after you pass the date of your last mc? I'm of course excited with results from the ultrasounds but I'm still just worried it might happen again. Just being a paranoid momma. I appreciate any advice or input.

ImJessesGirl · June 2014

Well, I don't know about the percentages for repeat miscarriages, but I just read that only 15% of pregnancies end in miscarriage... IDK if that helps or not.

Vanval10 · June 2014

@ImJessesGirl‌ any advice/info helps. Thank you!

BookitBoo · June 2014

Ive read that chances for miscarriage decrease after the first trimester. Not really sure about percentages, though.

Vanval10 · June 2014

Thank you ladies!

mom2case · June 2014

Did you have testing done on the baby you lost at 11w? My guess is there was something genetically wrong and the baby just couldn't grow any further. The chance of that happening again is very slim. Also, having one loss is VERY common. Having two (especially in a row) is much less common. Also, most miscarriages are very different from one another. My first loss stopped growing at 6w1d. The heartbeat slowed down for a few days and then I started bleeding at 7w. My second loss, the baby stopped growing at 7w3d and we found out through ultrasound. My body never "figured it out" so I had to have a d&c.

Passing a loss milestone is a huge deal though. I'm incredibly anxious to get to 8 weeks. I feel like after I pass that, everything else will be fine. Hugs to you! Pregnancy after loss is a total mind game.

JerseyHopeful · June 2014

@Vanval10‌ recurrent miscarriages are not very common. I read a few studies that said two back to back were at around 5% and three in a row were at around 3%. I try to concentrate on a 95% success likelihood for this baby after my loss in February.

Vanval10 · June 2014

jaciandseth said:
Did you have testing done on the baby you lost at 11w? My guess is there was something genetically wrong and the baby just couldn't grow any further. The chance of that happening again is very slim. Also, having one loss is VERY common. Having two (especially in a row) is much less common. Also, most miscarriages are very different from one another. My first loss stopped growing at 6w1d. The heartbeat slowed down for a few days and then I started bleeding at 7w. My second loss, the baby stopped growing at 7w3d and we found out through ultrasound. My body never "figured it out" so I had to have a d&c.

Passing a loss milestone is a huge deal though. I'm incredibly anxious to get to 8 weeks. I feel like after I pass that, everything else will be fine. Hugs to you! Pregnancy after loss is a total mind game.

I didn't get any testing done. I woke up in the middle of the night cramping, so my mil took me to the ER and they weren't the friendliest or even sympathetic about the loss..
What you said about the milestone must be true, I'm just waiting to pass that mark and I feel like after that I'll feel much better.
I'm sorry for your losses as well. Hugs! And I wish you all the best! Thank you for your input!

Vanval10 · June 2014

JerseyHopeful said:
@Vanval10‌ recurrent miscarriages are not very common. I read a few studies that said two back to back were at around 5% and three in a row were at around 3%. I try to concentrate on a 95% success likelihood for this baby after my loss in February.

That makes me feel much better! Thank you for your response! Wishing you all the best with this baby, and I'm also so sorry for your loss. It's the hardest thing to go through.

Maebb · June 2014

@Vanval10‌, I had a m/c around 6 weeks in 2012 and then got pregnant with DS, and that pregnancy went perfectly and resulted in a healthy son who is now 18 months old.

I'm sorry for your previous loss, and hopefully this pregnancy will go well for you. For me, I felt better after I passed my loss milestone and with every appointment, but I still was somewhat anxious. But to answer your question - yes, it's better to not be anxious.

ADALLASBRIDE · June 2014

After you hear a heartbeat the chance of mc is 2-3 percent. Unlikely but not impossible. Wishing you a successful 9 months!

Vanval10 · June 2014

@Maebb‌ I'm sorry for your loss as well, but glad to hear about your son! Thanks for your response!

@ADALLASBRIDE‌ thank you! That makes me feel much better!

adgrammer · June 2014

I just read the other night that your chances go way down after week 10. I have had a loss and you are always on edge. It does get easier but it is always in the back of your mind. I am on baby number 3 and am nervous. I have two healthy boys too. Just try to not worry and enjoy this time. I know easier said than done though. Talk to your doctor about your fears. They might be able to help you relax more.

Vanval10 · June 2014

Thanks for the advice! @adgrammer‌

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