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An Early Reality
Around 80% of pregnancy losses occur during the first trimester (before 12 weeks)
The Hidden Scale
1 in 50 women experience recurrent pregnancy loss. 1 in 20 women face recurrent miscarriage with lasting consequences for their mental health and ability to have children
The Immediate Aftermath
Within weeks of a pregnancy loss, 18–32% of women experience anxiety disorders and 11–30% exhibit depressive symptoms
The National Picture
Every year in the UK, 200,000 pregnancies end in miscarriage, with approximately 5% of women experiencing recurrent loss
The Broader Picture
Most women who experience a miscarriage will go on to have a healthy pregnancy. After one loss, the chance of a subsequent healthy pregnancy remains ~75–80%