Miscarriage

Miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks, usually in the first trimester of pregnancy. It can be very distressing — help is available.

If you are bleeding during pregnancy, you may be having a miscarriage. Find out when to seek help and when to go to hospital or call an ambulance.

Guide on what to do if you think you are having a miscarriage, how to manage at home and when you should go to the hospital.

WARNING — Article contains graphic descriptions about miscarriage. Learn about symptoms, what to expect and where to find medical care and support.

Expectant management of miscarriage is when you choose to wait for your body to miscarry naturally. Learn more about expectant miscarriage here.

The medical management of miscarriage is when you take medicine to help the pregnancy tissue leave your body. Learn more about medical miscarriage.

The surgical management of miscarriage is when you have an operation called a dilatation and curettage (D&C) to remove pregnancy tissue.

A late miscarriage can be distressing. Read about causes, treatment, and support, and learn why many people go on to have healthy pregnancies.

Recurrent miscarriage is when you have 2 or more miscarriages before 20 weeks of pregnancy. Learn about causes, diagnosis, treatment and where to find help.

There are many emotional and practical aspects to consider after a miscarriage to ensure your health and wellbeing. Hospitals may offer support.

A miscarriage might be a time of sadness for the partner, as well as for the person carrying the pregnancy. Support services are available.