A miscarriage is a traumatic experience, and it can be a little scary to try again to get pregnant. However, there is scientific evidence that suggests that the highest rate of fertility after miscarriage is actually the first few months following the miscarriage, and so this could be a good time to try for another pregnancy.

The cause of many miscarriages is not able to be accurately determined, but generally a miscarriage has no effect on the woman’s ability to carry a baby to full term in the future. In a small percentage of cases, there are some health problems that may affect a woman’s ability to conceive and carry a pregnancy to term.

Doctors and scientists all agree that one miscarriage is not an indication of further pregnancy problems or more miscarriages. Women, who have good general health, have an 85% chance of having a normal pregnancy after a miscarriage. Older women, over the age of 40 years, have a greater possibility of multiple miscarriages than younger women.

After a miscarriage, it takes approximately four to six weeks for the body to return to normal, and for the menstrual cycle to return to stabilize. Ironically, it is during this time that a woman seems to have increased fertility after miscarriage, but this only lasts for a few weeks. If the couple is emotionally stable enough, it is a good time to attempt another pregnancy.

Miscarriage is physically and emotionally draining for a woman. And even though her cycle has returned to normal, it doesn’t mean that it is a good idea to immediately try for another pregnancy. Doctors will evaluate her health in light of her medical history, to determine if her body is able to sustain a pregnancy. Some women find they are able to conceive immediately after a miscarriage, while others find that it may take six months or more before they fall pregnant.

A couple needs to consider more than the physical health of the woman; the emotional well-being of them both also needs to be taken into consideration. For some, another pregnancy is very healing and helpful in recovering from their miscarriage; for others their over-whelming feelings of loss, grief and even guilt mean that it would be best to deal with these feelings before trying to conceive again.

Generally speaking, a miscarriage has no impact on the ability of a woman to conceive again; a miscarriage does not prevent a woman from having a healthy, full-term baby. Apart from the physical and emotional issues already discussed here, she is as able to conceive as she was before the miscarriage. Blame for the miscarriage is often a strong factor for a woman, and she may feel that she wants to do something positive to decrease her chances of another miscarriage.

Luckily, there are actions she can take that will enhance her own health and that of the baby. These include giving up smoking or other substance abuse, limiting or eliminating alcohol consumption, cutting down on caffeine drinks and reducing stress. Attention to diet is important area - a balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables, lean protein from both animal and plant sources and limiting the intake of excess sugar, salt and fat will help with energy levels, feelings of wellness and contribute to the health and development of the baby.