Getting Pregnant Again - Algonquin,IL

Updated on July 18, 2010
S.E. asks from Algonquin, IL
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I had preeclempsia in my 6th month and lost my first child in October. My husband and I have been trying for another baby,we have been trying for almost 6 months now and nothing is happening , my period was a week late this month and I thought I was pregnant but i took three tests and all were negative and I finally got my period today. I was just wondering if it will take longer to get oregnant after a miscarrage or if it is all in my head.

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C.S.

answers from Philadelphia on

First I am sorry for your loss. I have had 2 miscarriages and I know the pain.

I don't know if there is a medical proof that it takes longer but it certainly feels like it takes longer when you want it so bad. Have you been in to see your doctor?? 6 months is long enough trying on your own.

And just to let you know, yes I had 2 miscarriages. But I also have 3 children. :) It is entirely possible!

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D.G.

answers from Chicago on

It can definitely take longer after a miscarriage and although I know this sounds impossible, try to relax because if you are stressed by wanting it so much, this can cause delay. (It is amazing how many families after adoption suddenly conceive!) I lost a baby at 6 months and it did take 6 months before we were pregnant for my 4th where my others were 1-2 cycles. We are all made a little different, but your body does need time to recover from your loss. It is not in your head, you concieved once so it'll happen again..:)

B.C.

answers from Dallas on

Not sure, but I just wanted to say that I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that you'll concieve again soon since that's what you want. You might talk to your ob and see if they might want you to start on clomid. It sounds like your ovulation might be "off". Good luck!

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D.C.

answers from Chicago on

Unfortunately it takes as much time as your body needs. I had a miscarriage in December and tried for 7 months to get pregnant again. I am finally pregnant (in my first trimester, so saying lots of prayers). Hang in there and try not to worry, the added stress will make things worse and take longer.
Good luck!!!

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C.F.

answers from Chicago on

I don't know if having a miscarrage makes it harder, but I have heard that the stress of trying can cause problems. Relax and just let it happen. If you believe in God be patient and remember that God's time is not your time. RELAX and enjoy making love and not we need to try to make a baby.

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A.M.

answers from New York on

i am so sorry for your loss. normally, the answer is no, a miscarriage shouldnt directly cause a problem getting pregnant again. but it is normal for an average, healthy woman not to get pregnant for 6 months.

to be sure, get some ovulation strips, online they are very cheap. this will at least give you the correct time of ovulation, so you can make sure you are trying the right times. your cycle may be off, you may ovulate later in your cycle. if you dont get pregnant right way by having sex the day of and after the ovulation surge, i would go to the doctor after 2 months. normally, they want a mother under 35 to try for a year, but if you use ovulation strips, usually they will look for things a little sooner. if you are 35 or over, go now as 6 months of trying is enough to start looking for problems.

you got pregnant and carried your baby for 6 months, so you know you can get there again. i wouldnt think there is a problem. if something in your gut is concerning you, go now and talk to your doctor. i wish you luck and again am sorry.

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