The first period after a miscarriage may be more painful than in the past, especially if ovulation doesn’t take place. That’s because the endometrial lining becomes thicker when you don’t ovulate — and menstrual pains and cramps tend to be worse with a heavier flow.
We do want you to try not to stress: Your periods won’t be this way forever. Eventually, they will most likely be very similar to the way they were before the pregnancy loss.
Hormonal fluctuations after a miscarriage can be significant, and the miscarriage itself can be distressing. Sometimes the emotional symptoms women experience after a pregnancy loss may be similar (though less dramatic) to those of postpartum depression. In fact, research suggests about 20 percent of women have symptoms of anxiety or depression following a miscarriage, especially those with a history of depression and those who don’t have good social support systems.
If you are experiencing changes in your periods and with your body, we always suggest talking with your doctor if you have any questions or if you still aren’t feeling like yourself.
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The first period after a miscarriage may be more painful than in the past, especially if ovulation doesn’t take place. That’s because the endometrial lining becomes thicker when you don’t ovulate — and menstrual pains and cramps tend to be worse with a heavier flow.
We do want you to try not to stress: Your periods won’t be this way forever. Eventually, they will most likely be very similar to the way they were before the pregnancy loss.
Hormonal fluctuations after a miscarriage can be significant, and the miscarriage itself can be distressing. Sometimes the emotional symptoms women experience after a pregnancy loss may be similar (though less dramatic) to those of postpartum depression. In fact, research suggests about 20 percent of women have symptoms of anxiety or depression following a miscarriage, especially those with a history of depression, and those who don’t have good social support systems.
If you are experiencing changes in your periods and with your body, we always suggest you reach out to us if you have any questions or if you still aren’t feeling like yourself.
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