In episode 150, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares 10 questions to ask when deciding between medical miscarriage and natural miscarriage. Allison has experienced both of these scenarios so these questions come from her personal experience in making this difficult choice.

10 Questions to Ask:

1. Have I already started miscarrying? 2. How far along is the pregnancy? 3. What is your doctor recommending? 4. Am I experiencing any debilitating pregnancy symptoms? 5. What are the risks of using medication versus miscarrying naturally? 6. Do you have any special circumstances that might lead to medical miscarriage vs miscarrying on your own? 7. What might be the emotional impact of your decision? 8. Do I know what miscarriage would look like if I go with natural miscarriage versus using medication? 9. What fears do I have regarding using the medication? 10. What fears do I have regarding natural miscarriage / expectant management?

Bonus Question: What feels right to me?

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

Medical Miscarriage, Natural Miscarriage, Expectant Management, Cytotec

LINKS IN THIS EPISODE

Article on Natural Miscarriage vs D&C: https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/dc-vs-a-natural-miscarriage/

Article on Medicated Miscarriage (Misoprostol / Cytotec) vs Natural Miscarriage: https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/medication-vs-a-natural-miscarriage-10-questions-to-ask/

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