Some women will suddenly experience heavy bleeding, painful cramps and abdominal pain. Though less common, this type of behaviour is still within the parameters of a normal post-miscarriage experience, as these symptoms indicate the that the body is simply expelling parts of the placenta, which was previously still attached to the uterine wall. Symptoms should resolve themselves without medical aid.

For the first couple of weeks following a miscarriage, sex will typically feel unpleasant, uncomfortable or even painful. This discomfort should ease after a few weeks, though it still may be emotionally painful for women to engage in intimacy with their husband because of emotional setbacks.

Binging on potato chips, ice cream and chocolate is not related to a miscarriage, nevertheless, it’s not a recommended pregnancy practice. A poor diet during pregnancy can result in a low birth weight, as well as causing unnecessary weight gain for the mother.

Infants may urinate as often as 1-3 hours or as infrequently as 4-6 hours. Contact your doctor for recommendations on how to make sure your baby is hydrated, and how to monitor for illnesses or infections.

As the fertilized egg grows, a water-tight sac forms around it, gradually filling with fluid. This is called the amniotic sac, and it helps cushion the growing embryo.

Heavy drinking is associated with an increased risk of ovulation disorders — and some research has shown that even light drinking might reduce the likelihood of conceiving.