Ask Our Expert - Afraid of Another Miscarriage

November 22, 2009

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Ask Dr. Greenfield Afraid of Another Miscarriage

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Dear Dr. Greenfield, Hello. I had two miscarriages in the past, and after four years I am again pregnant. I am very worried and afraid. Can you suggest precautions I should take this time and also tell me about diet recommendations and other things please. — Rachu in Nepal

ANSWER	April 25, 2001


Dear Rachu, I can understand your worries--you have waited a long time for this baby! The good news for you--and for most people who have had one or two first trimester miscarriages--is that your chance of having a healthy baby is much greater than your chance of losing the pregnancy again. While there is never any guarantee that a pregnancy will go well, it is most likely that by nine months from now, you will have given birth to a healthy baby. There is nothing special to do at this point, except see your doctor or midwife early in the pregnancy so she can check on you. Good luck! — by Marjorie Greenfield, M.D.

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