Pregnancy After Miscarriage: Hope Rising Out Of Pain
The pain and heartache that is associated with a miscarriage is often greater than one would expect. With a pregnancy come the dreams of a child. From day one of the pregnancy the mother and the father begin to dream about the potential of this special child that is forming deep in the womb of the mother. Each passing day includes another announcement and congratulations. The excitement of family and friends and the passing on of the good news seem to travel like a freight train. Depending on the length of the pregnancy baby items begin to stack up and plans are made. The baby’s room is being prepared and wall paper is being chosen. Spotting brings sudden alarm and cramps bring terror.
It is recommended that couples wait two to six months before conceiving again after a miscarriage. This time should be used for healing, eating correctly and increasing vitamin intact. Folic acid, zinc and flax seed oil are all recommended to increase necessary nutrients that are vital for health of mother and baby. Over eighty percent of women who experienced a miscarriage have a successful consecutive pregnancy. A specialist should be consulted of the woman has faced an illness that could have caused the miscarriage, she is over thirty five, this was her second miscarriage, she is over thirty five or if she has faced difficulty getting pregnant initially.
Couples are often concerned about trying again and fear another miscarriage. Spending time with a caring physician and seeking the help and support of family and friends can help the couple face the hope of another pregnancy. Many couples that feel that they are struggling emotionally turn to support groups located in local churches and community resources. See your doctor for recommendations or look in the local paper for recovery groups that will help you face hope once again.
Couple’s who have experienced miscarriage and successfully achieved pregnancy and birth will help bring encouragement. In the US we do not grieve the death of our unborn babies openly. We privately grieve as we hold our heads up and try to go on and try again. Often this is unhealthy for parents who need to have healthy ways to mourn and receive knew hope. Couples should be encouraged to grieve and seek counsel. There are many books available on the healing process that can follow a miscarriage and precede a successful pregnancy. Find hope in other’s successes as you look forward to another pregnancy.
