I had a D&C July 1st. My Dr told me to wait one cycle and then try again. We now have had 2 months (not counting the one cycle we waited) of no luck. I know in the grand scheme of things 2 cycles is not long. We have been trying for 8 mo and have had 2 miscarriages in that time. My main question is how long did it take for you to get pregnant after a D&C?
I had a d&c for a second trimester demise - (that was early August) - I got pregnant in December - I got my "period" 2 weeks after the d&c - so it would have been my 5th cycle post "miscarriage"
Hi H.,
First of all, I just want to say that I'm sorry you're going through this. Hang in there... For us, I got pregnant two cycles after my D & C (including the one we waited). Thinking only the best for you in the coming months...
Your earlier requests stated you have not charted your BBT. I would highly recommend you buy the book Taking Charge of Your Fertility and start. It will help you better understand what is going on with your cycles and why you may have reoccurring miscarriages. It could be anything from hyper/hypo thyroid, not producing enough cervical fluid, having a short luteal phase... anything. Your chart will help you better know and then discuss this with your dr or nutritionalist.
I totally feel for what you're going through. I had a D&C in August 2008 at 10 weeks as well. Followed by a chemical pregnancy at 5 weeks in December '08 and another miscarriage at 8 weeks in March '09 (sadly, on the due date of baby #1 that I lost). I know how painful this is and how frustrating it is. Personally, I think you should take a break for a month or two. I know it's hard to do, but just enjoy love making with your husband rather than on a schedule and try to let yourself heal emotionally. It's a very hard thing to do, let go emotionally, but I think it's the best thing for the situation. Stress isn't good for baby making. It may only take a month or two to heal physically from a D&C, but it takes much longer to heal emotionally. That healing is just as important to you and the well-being of your family. If you need to talk, feel free to PM me. I have been through exactly what you're going through. My first two kids were conceived right from the beginning with no problems, so I never would have guessed #3 would be so hard. My husband I have decided to postpone #3 for at least another year to give me ample time to heal emotionally. You're D&C was only a couple months ago, so you're hormones are still all over the place I'm sure. Best of luck in whatever you decide. I can totally understand your frustration and pain. I'm reliving it all now as I would have been having the 3rd baby I lost in a couple weeks. I have a friend who got pregnant at the same time I did, and although I'm happy for her, it breaks my heart to see her about to give birth, and frankly a little irritated when she complains about the pregnancy. What I wouldn't give to be so "uncomfortable" now! Anyway, hang in there. Lean on your husband. He's trying to be strong for you, and he has to be as frustrated. He's hurting too. So, if crawling in bed and just crying on his shoulder helps, do it. I'm so sorry!
