Facing a miscarriage
A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy during the first 20 weeks. Knowing what to expect does not take away feelings of sadness or loss, but it can help with fear of the unknown.
Based on your needs and the doctor’s recommendations, early pregnancy loss program nurses will guide your care plan. The plan is flexible, meaning you can choose one option to start and then try another. Studies show that your chances of getting pregnant again are not affected by how your miscarriage happens. Infection is rare (less than three percent) with all the options.
Grief and loss is an individual journey and the path to healing is different for each person. Our team is here to support you on this journey.
Spontaneous miscarriage
Spontaneous miscarriage is also known as expectant management, watchful waiting or natural miscarriage.
Dilation and curettage
A dilation and curettage is a surgical option for treating an early pregnancy that has stopped growing.
Medical management
During medical management of an early pregnancy loss, a medication is used to help your body expel pregnancy tissue.
Contact
Call us if you are having a miscarriage and don’t know what to do or feel afraid. You can also call Health Link at 811 outside clinic hours.
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