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Types of Miscarriage
What is a chemical pregnancy loss?1
Chemical pregnancy loss is a very early pregnancy loss, usually shortly after implantation has occurred, normally before or around 5 weeks.1,2 This type of miscarriage does not require medical intervention and will feel like a heavy period.1 It is estimated that half of women and birthing people will experience a chemical pregnancy loss,3 this type of loss can feel sudden and confusing.
The emotional impact1
Every fertility journey is different, and for many, a positive test forms an Invisible bond with the life envisioned. Some women and birthing people feel they cannot grieve a chemical pregnancy loss as they may believe they were "barely pregnant", but it is an emotional time, and it is normal to have feelings of grief.
A chemical pregnancy loss can be difficult to process, and it may affect how you feel about your fertility journey, but many individuals who have experienced this type of early pregnancy loss have continued to go on to have healthy pregnancies. However, if you are worried about your fertility journey, or are experiencing recurrent chemical pregnancy losses, speak to your local health care professional to help provide you with support.