Experiencing a pregnancy loss can be a devastating experience for any couple trying to get pregnant. It is important for couples who have experienced a pregnancy loss after trying to conceive to remember that they are not alone. Finding support, whether from family and friends, counselors, or from each other is an important step to coping with this type of loss.
Miscarriage
Pregnancy loss is commonly experienced by individuals going through fertility complications. Indeed, many infertility conditions are associated with pregnancy loss as they may lead to problems carrying a pregnancy to its full term. In such cases, a miscarriage may take place. In fact, it is estimated that between 20 and 50% of all pregnancies end in a natural miscarriage. However, many miscarriages go unnoticed, and this estimate depends on the type of miscarriage that is experienced.
Chemical Pregnancy
Some of the types of pregnancy loss that a woman may experience include a chemical pregnancy, an ectopic pregnancy, a tubal pregnancy, or a molar pregnancy. In addition, this type of pregnancy loss may be due to factors contributing to infertility such as blighted ovum or a chromosomal defect. Some women experiencing fertility complications experience multiple or recurrent miscarriages.
Stillbirth
If a miscarriage takes place after the twentieth week of pregnancy, it is considered a stillbirth. Experiencing a stillbirth can be particularly overwhelming for couples. Here’w where you’ll get answers about some of the common causes and symptoms associated with stillbirths, as well as risk factors that may contribute to experiencing this type of pregnancy loss.