Experiencing a miscarriage after IVF treatment can be deeply upsetting. It’s important to realise however that miscarriage rates after IVF are comparable to those in natural conception, and that many women who experience this go on to have healthy pregnancies in the future.
Understanding why a miscarriage happens and knowing what to do next can make a significant difference in your emotional recovery and future fertility journey.
Chromosomal Abnormalities
The most common cause of early IVF pregnancy loss is a chromosomal abnormality within the embryo. These genetic issues are not caused by the IVF process itself. However, they are more frequent as maternal age increases.
Maternal Age
Age is one of the strongest predictors of miscarriage risk. Women over 40 are more likely to experience miscarriage due to the natural decline in egg quality and chromosomal integrity.
Low Ovarian Reserve
Women with a low ovarian reserve or who produce fewer eggs during their IVF cycle may have a higher risk of miscarriage, as fewer eggs can mean fewer chromosomally normal embryos available for transfer.
Other Factors
In some cases, miscarriage after IVF isn’t linked to either chromosomal problems or ovarian reserve. Uterine abnormalities, hormonal imbalances, blood clotting disorders, or immune system factors can also play a role in early pregnancy loss.
What to do if you experience a miscarriage after IVF
Talk to Your Fertility Specialist
After an IVF miscarriage, your fertility specialist can review what happened and explore possible causes. They may recommend tests such as preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to help identify healthy embryos for future IVF cycles.
Seek Support
A miscarriage can be emotionally devastating. It’s important to take time to grieve and reach out for support. Talk with your partner, family, or friends, or connect with trusted groups like The Miscarriage Association for understanding and guidance.
Plan for Future Treatment
Don’t lose hope. Experiencing a miscarriage does not mean that future success is out of reach Many women who experience miscarriage after IVF go on to achieve successful pregnancies in subsequent cycles.
At NOW-fertility, our experienced fertility specialists understand the emotional and physical challenges of miscarriage after IVF. We provide compassionate support and tailored treatment plans to help you move forward with confidence.
If you’ve experienced a miscarriage and would like to know how we can help, please contact us here or WhatsApp +41 79 884 0734.
