Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of great vulnerability for women. It has always been accompanied by some risk, especially in the past when we knew less than we do now about gestation and birth. Experience, while it is our fundamental source of knowledge, can also be misleading—one woman’s experience does not, cannot, and should not define another’s. A woman’s health, support network, emotional preparedness, and doctor/midwife can all influence her experience.
Pregnancy
Often accompanied by severe bleeding and pain, miscarriage is the most common form of pregnancy loss. It occurs before the 20th week and affects 10–20% of all pregnancies. The real number is even higher as many miscarriages occur so early that a woman hasn’t yet realized she’s pregnant. Depending on the case, medical or surgical treatment is sometimes necessary. Most often, a miscarriage will not influence future pregnancies.
Pregnancy
The odds of getting pregnant in the first month after starting to try are only 20-30%. The longer you try to get pregnant, the better your chances are. Around 80% of couples get pregnant within the first year of trying. However, not everyone is so fortunate, as many factors can reduce the chances of conceiving. One intriguing factor is the 'choosy uterus' theory. In this article, you'll learn what it takes to get pregnant and why your uterus might be sabotaging you.
