“So many women have lost their child than haven’t. Have someone ask her, How old is your child be now? Because she’ll know.”
It is easy to blame a mother for a miscarriage, but it is necessary to keep in mind that there are things that have been done or not done that lead to miscarriage. Not just the health of the mother, but the environment in which she is also put impact on the result.
The biggest reason behind early pregnancy miscarriage is chromosomal abnormalities, and more than 50% of the cases happen because of that only, as per NIH. Chromosomal Abnormalities block the DNA which contains the path to develop the baby’s development, and include the inappropriate number of chromosomes (either very less or too many).
You can’t nullify it, but you can reduce the Risk.
Although you cannot control this but through healthy lifestyle choices, early prenatal care at Aveya Fertility Centre, managing BMI, prenatal counseling, and staying away from substance use, you can somehow reduce the risk.
Before delving into the precautions, let’s know the risks that lead to miscarriage, trimester-wise-
Precautions
Prevention is better than cure; that is why, here are some of the precautions during early pregnancy to avoid miscarriage.
Influence:
As of now, your doctor might have mentioned the importance of folic acid and Vitamin D. Deficiency of Vitamin K or factors like Factor IX, Factor X, or Factor XI causes a blood-clotting disorder. The body naturally creates blood clots to protect the body from excessive bleeding during delivery, and this contains platelets and protein. But the body starts to create excessive clots in the blood due to hormonal fluctuation, immobility, maternal age, family history, and obesity. If you have this issue, then there are chances that your baby might inherit the issue. Our body works on a mechanism, and it only makes vitamin D either from sunlight or from some foods. But most people avoid going out to absorb sunlight, which leads to a deficiency. This has become common in women, which increases the chances of pre-eclampsia, preterm birth, gestational diabetes mellitus, and other health diseases.
Precautions:
It is important to take a sun bath every alternate day, as it can create vitamin D in your body naturally and protect you from several health concerns. When it comes to folate acid, your gynec must have recommended some vitamins and fortified food like leafy greens, peas, lentils, citrus fruits, asparagus, rice, flour, and eggs.
Influence:
Consuming substances can lead to fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), and can result in behavioral issues, distinctive facial features, and poor growth. Moreover, smoking decreases the level of oxygen and damages the brain and lung development in the baby. Also, the smoking and drinking habits of the husband can influence the pregnancy. Due to the impact on sperm, it can further impact the baby in the womb and increase the likelihood of miscarriage.
Precautions:
If a couple is planning to conceive, they should stop drinking and smoking. And if your partner has a habit of consuming substances, then talk to your partner about the consequences of smoking and drinking, and how these impact the health of the baby.
Influence:
Due to obesity issues, the functions of mitochondria in egg cells can be impaired, and these can cause defects in the maturation of the eggs. Also, obesity can alter oocyte genes, and due to harmful fatty acids, can cause inflammation in the surroundings of eggs. While women under her BMI range can become victims of ovulation dysfunction, low leptin levels, be unable to offer proper nutrition to the fetus, and have placental development issues.
Precautions:
To manage BMI (body mass index), it is necessary to have a nutrition-rich diet, but in a balanced manner. Your BMI level should be between 19 to 25.
Influence:
The biggest question that comes to the mind of pregnant women is what to eat and what not to eat. Remember that fasting can cause complications, and not eating properly can create blood sugar level fluctuation, which is not good for either the mother or baby. Also, eating food which are high in cholesterol increases the fat deposition in the body, which restricts the blood flow in the bodily functions, which directly influences the baby.
Precautions:
Rather than fasting on occasions, it is better to eat a plate full of nutrition. For that, you can approach Aveya Fertility Centre for guidance on eating wellness can help you know what is good for the baby. When it comes to pregnancy cravings, it is perfectly okay to fulfill the urge to eat specific foods. But make sure to avoid eating food which are not healthy for both lives.
Influence:
Drinking too much caffeine lowers the metabolism, which also impacts the development of the fetus. Even though there is research that causes blood vessels in the uterus and placenta to constrict, which reduces the flow of blood to the fetus.
Precautions:
One coffee a day is more than enough, but do not consume it on a regular basis.
Influence:
During pregnancy, a woman’s body becomes vulnerable because of the weakened immune system. This can create issues with the development of the fetus and can lead to issues like miscarriage and intrauterine growth restriction.
Precautions:
So make sure to wash your hands properly before eating anything, avoid eating food outside, stay away from people with flu or infection, and clean your room. These might seem simple steps, but these small steps can protect you from getting an infection.
Influence:
Sleep deprivation directly impacts the production of melatonin (which is important to reduce oxidative stress and inflammation), and the increased stress can influence the development of the embryo. Also, lack of sleep increases the cortisol level in the body, and this disrupts the hormonal level and the immune system.
Precautions:
So, it is important to get good sleep throughout your pregnancy and balance hormonal fluctuations. Having a good diet and physical activity helps in improving sleeping habits. Moreover, if you are experiencing issues with sleeping, it is best to talk to a gynecologist or obstetrician.
Once the process of miscarriage in the woman’s body is started, you can’t reverse it. That’s why obstetricians and gynecologists always encourage couples to adopt healthy habits that can protect them from loss.
“Miscarriage is not a failure, because of the time you can’t control. So, instead of questioning her, it is better to take care of her and reduce the risk of miscarriage.”
Taking precautions includes simple things like diet, exercise, avoiding substances, taking vitamins, going for regular check-ups, and getting enough sleep. These lead to a healthy pregnancy, and it is the responsibility of both couples to take the initiative to follow the doctor’s recommendations.
Furthermore, if you are still confused about what to do, Aveya Fertility Centre is there. They can guide and teach you, and their consultation can help you know the rights and wrongs. Don’t wait, and book your consultation to not just know about the pregnancy, but also about women’s health-related concerns.