Miscarriages are common, with 15-20% of all pregnancies ending in a miscarriage. They mainly happen in the first trimester (up to 13 weeks). A pregnancy that abruptly ends in miscarriage can be heartbreaking, not to mention raise concerns in the couple about future fertility. However, it should be noted that one or two miscarriages are not always indicative of future infertility, but in some cases infertility may be associated. So, it is important to see your gynaecologist before you plan for pregnancy.
A miscarriage that occurs early in a pregnancy is unlikely to cause uterine problems that will affect future pregnancies.
The phrase “miscarriage” refers to the loss of a pregnancy due to natural causes. In most cases, it will not affect fertility. A miscarriage that occurs early in a pregnancy is unlikely to cause uterine problems that will affect future pregnancies. Tissue must be removed from some types of miscarriages via a process called dilatation and curettage (D&C). If the surgery is done correctly, there should be no long-term effects on the mother’s uterus.
After a miscarriage, the menstrual cycle resumes, and many women will get their first period 4–6 weeks later.
So, the way you ovulate has a direct impact on your fertility. After a miscarriage, the menstrual cycle resumes, and many women will get their first period 4–6 weeks later. But it can take several months for the menstrual cycle to return to its pre-pregnancy state. It is typical to have some bleeding following a miscarriage.
If the miscarriage happens within the first 13 weeks of pregnancy, women can ovulate as soon as two weeks afterwards.
Ovulation usually happens on day 14 of the menstrual cycle for women who have regular periods. From 3–5 days before ovulation to 1–2 days following ovulation, women are most fertile. If the miscarriage happens within the first 13 weeks of pregnancy, women can ovulate as soon as two weeks afterwards.
However, the exact time of ovulation varies from person to person. Women who had irregular periods prior to pregnancy, for example, may find that their periods continue to be erratic.