This is an automatically translated article.
The article is professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
Stillbirth is the case where the fertilized egg is implanted in the uterus but fails to develop into an adult fetus, dies and remains in the uterus for more than 48 hours. So to make the next pregnancy safe, what should the mother do? Let's find out the necessary knowledge to limit the risk of stillbirth in the following article.
1. After how long should I get pregnant again?
Stillbirth is all cases where the fetus is stillborn but remains in the uterus for more than 48 hours. A fetus in the uterus, although protected by the mother, can still die at any time. This condition causes the mother risks such as bleeding due to blood clotting disorders, infections, and also affects the mother's psychology and emotions, especially mothers with rare children.
After the stillbirth has been removed, the mother's body needs some time to recover physically and mentally. The bigger the stillbirth, the more rest the mother needs. So, exactly how long does it take to get pregnant again? In case of stillbirth of more than 15 weeks, the mother needs to rest for 30 days. When the mother feels healthy, has a comfortable mind, has sexual desire, it is time to have intercourse, but must avoid pregnancy for at least 3 months to get pregnant again. During this short period of a few months, the mother should use contraception with a condom or ejaculate outside the vagina.
The right time to get pregnant again is from 3 to 6 months after stillbirth, when the uterus and reproductive organs have regenerated as at first.
Trắc nghiệm: Bạn có hiểu đúng về dấu hiệu mang thai sớm?
Các dấu hiệu mang thai sớm không phải chỉ mỗi trễ kinh mà còn có rất nhiều dấu hiệu khác như xuất huyết âm đạo, ngực căng tức,… Điểm xem bạn biết được bao nhiêu dấu hiệu mang thai sớm thông qua bài trắc nghiệm này nhé!
2. Necessary tests to prepare for pregnancy after stillbirth
Before trying to get pregnant again, the mother should have a general examination before pregnancy to determine for sure the cause of stillbirth. From there, the doctor will take appropriate measures to limit the risk of stillbirth in the next pregnancy.
To check the cause and screen for possible risks, doctors will assign the mother to perform some of the following tests before preparing for pregnancy:
Chromosome test to detect genetic abnormalities in the couple. Blood test to check endocrine, see if there is antiphospholipid case (one of the causes of stillbirth). Abdominal ultrasound to check the reproductive organs for abnormalities or abnormalities. Medical examination and functions of the heart, liver, kidneys, lungs, etc. Semen analysis to check the quality of sperm if the husband is over 40 years old. Check the Rh factor in the blood to promptly handle cases of mother-child blood group incompatibility.
3. Some notes when preparing for pregnancy after stillbirth
The first important thing in the period of preparing for pregnancy after stillbirth is that the mother needs to have a healthy diet and supplement with all groups of substances: starch, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals. Mothers should eat more vegetables and fruits to help strengthen the body's resistance. In addition, the mother also needs to absorb about 400 mcg of folic acid for the body to make the next pregnancy safer. Eliminate bad habits such as smoking, drinking alcohol, beer, coffee, .. to reduce the stillbirth rate; Exercise daily, participate in healthy games. Try to stay happy and relaxed. If the mother's mood is sad, tired, affected by the previous stillbirth, the conception process may also be affected. With the desire to bring the best care for mothers and babies from pregnancy to delivery, Vinmec International General Hospital has organized the implementation of Maternity Care Packages. Here, doctors monitor, advise and take good care of mothers and babies from the gestation period, ensuring the safest pregnancy possible. After the birth, mother and baby will rest and relax in a comfortable, international standard hospital room with dedicated and professional care from a team of doctors and nurses at the hospital.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
