Food supplement after miscarriage

During this difficult time, it is nonetheless important to keep in mind that just because you have experienced a miscarriage does not mean you will necessarily have another, and that it is entirely possible to become pregnant again and carry the pregnancy to term.
The risk of miscarriage is multifactorial and, although some maternal risk factors tend to be more significant than others, there is no single predictor of a future pregnancy loss.
Some women do, however, experience recurrent miscarriages. In such cases, it is important to consult a doctor. They will look into the cause through examinations or tests. If, for example, a thyroid problem or blood clotting issue is identified, treatment could prevent the situation from recurring.

Whilst the uterus generally tends to recover quickly after a miscarriage and it is often possible to try for a baby again after your first period following the miscarriage, always ask your doctor when it would be appropriate to try to conceive based on your personal situation.
A few tips to help you:
- Identify the cause or risk factors of the miscarriage with your doctor
- Consult other health practitioners to work holistically (nutritional therapist, naturopath, chiropractor, osteopath, acupuncturist…)
- Review which medications should be avoided during conception
- Stop smoking, drinking alcohol, or taking drugs.
- Maintain a healthy diet
- Involve your partner and encourage him to eat healthily, stop smoking, drugs and alcohol… Gamete quality matters on both sides to help reduce the risk of miscarriage.
- Ask for support and allow yourself to rest.

Nutritional preparation for a new pregnancy after a miscarriage is not entirely different from nutrition when preparing for pregnancy or during pregnancy itself. A few nutrients will be key. Vitamin B9, where some studies suggest that a deficiency may be a possible contributing factor to recurrent miscarriages. Vitamins B6 and B12 may also be important factors. Supplementation with vitamin B9 has been associated with better quality embryos and higher chances of becoming pregnant. Taking a pregnancy food supplement multivitamin can help to meet your nutritional needs and give you a boost.
Adequate vitamin D intake may help to reduce the risk of a future loss, as it may have an effect on endometrial receptivity.
Severe iodine deficiency is associated with a range of consequences that can have harmful effects on the baby's health, and with an increased risk of miscarriage and infant mortality. In addition, anaemia due to iron deficiency before conception is associated with an increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.
Of course, these are observations about mothers who consumed more or less of these nutrients, and they are far from being the only factors involved. Working on your diet is one of the few things we can do in this situation to put the odds in your favour — but it is not a miracle solution. 

Nowadays, yes, it is becoming almost essential. A diet, however perfect, may not be sufficient to cover nutritional needs, particularly during the conception period or throughout pregnancy. In particular, processed food, soil depletion, and a stressful lifestyle all tend to deplete our nutrient reserves. Studies have shown that an optimised diet with increased caloric intake cannot cover 100% of requirements for certain essential nutrients.
The quality of the eggs you currently have reflects your state of health three months ago, as it takes around 100 days for the dominant follicle to reach ovulation. It is therefore advisable to take supplements for 3 months before conception — all the more so following a miscarriage, as the early stages of pregnancy will have depleted certain nutrients.  

After the loss of your baby, nettle and raspberry leaf herbal teas can help the body to remineralise and support healing from bleeding.
If you are hoping to conceive again, you might consider lady's mantle. It is traditionally used to help regulate the cycle and for its action similar to that of progesterone, which is vital for successful implantation of the egg. It is also traditionally used to help prevent miscarriage and to support conception.
In addition, agnus castus (vitex) is used by midwives and herbalists to help prevent miscarriages associated with low progesterone, where it may exert its effects by supporting the function of the corpus luteum.
Stress is a major factor during the conception period. You might turn to calming plants such as rhodiola, chamomile or lemon balm. 

Our food supplement to help conceive Cocooning+ contains lady's mantle and rhodiola.