Miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy, usually in the first 3 months or first trimester of pregnancy. It can be very distressing — help is available.

The medical management of miscarriage is when you take medicine to help the pregnancy tissue leave your body. Learn more about medical miscarriage.

Natural (or expectant) management of miscarriage is when you choose to wait for your body to miscarry naturally. Learn more about natural miscarriage here.

A miscarriage can be a time of sadness for the partner, as well as for the person carrying the pregnancy. Support services are available.

There are many emotional and practical aspects to consider after a miscarriage to ensure your health and wellbeing. Hospitals may offer support.

The surgical management of miscarriage is when you have an operation called a dilatation and curettage (D&C) to remove pregnancy tissue.

WARNING — This article contains some graphic descriptions of what you might see during a miscarriage.

A blighted ovum is a type of miscarriage usually at 7-12 weeks of pregnancy. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment for a blighted ovum here.

Unfortunately not all pregnancies are successful. Find out more on miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy and stillbirth and neonatal birth.

Losing a baby during pregnancy can be devastating and you might experience a range of emotions. Find out what’s normal and what might help you cope.