Concerns about Miscarriage

Many women do not think a lot about miscarriage until they are pregnant. Once the pregnancy test turns positive and the initial elation wears off, I'm often told by women that the fears of miscarriage begin. It is hard to be pregnant and not really feel any differently or to really have much control over a process that is happening in your body. Here are some things to consider. 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Concerns about Miscarriage Many women do not think a lot about miscarriage until they are pregnant. Once the pregnancy test turns positive and the initial elation wears off, I'm often told by women that the fears of miscarriage begin. It is hard to be pregnant and not really feel any differently or to really have much control over a process that is happening in your body. Here are some things to consider.  Robin Elise Weiss, PhD Pregnancy & Childbirth Expert 8 Causes of Pregnancy Bleeding   Bleeding is something that terrifies you when you're pregnant. Even if you aren't bleeding, you are worried about it and watch for it every time you wipe. The good news is that bleeding alone is caused by several things that don't always mean an end to your pregnancy. READ NOW How do you confirm a miscarriage?   Short of looking at the symptoms of miscarriage, you would need to confirm that that is what is really happening. That includes several medical tests from blood work, to an early ultrasound, to even a physical exam. READ NOW Why is my hCG falling?   hCG is the hormone that pregnancy tests use to determine if you are pregnant. A blood pregnancy test for hCG can tell you if your levels are rising or falling. READ NOW The Essential Guide to Tubal Pregnancy   Most ectopic pregnancies are in the Fallopian tube, that's why they are called tubal pregnancies. This is one of the most dangerous things that can happen in the first trimester of pregnancy. READ NOW What Is a Chemical Pregnancy?   Many people don't talk about the chemical pregnancy, but just because we don't talk about it doesn't mean that it doesn't happen or that we don't care. READ NOW Featured Articles • 10 Things Only Your Trying to Conceive Friends Will Understand • 7 Drinks That Can Ruin Your Diet • Superfoods to Lower Lung Cancer Risk • The Best Booze for Dieters • The Best Protein Sources To Feed Your Muscles • The One Secret To Boosting Your Metabolism • Does Alcohol Cancel the Benefits of Your Workout? • True or False: You Can Drink Wine When You Diet Advertisement About Pregnancy & Childbirth  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Pregnancy & Childbirth newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.