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What to Consider Before Announcing About Your Pregnancy

Aaron Casselman
Last updated: July 20, 2022 9:01 pm
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Its first positive pregnancy test is one of the most exciting occasions. You most certainly want everyone to know you’re expecting. But when is the best time to announce a pregnancy?

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The possibility of miscarriageFirst prenatal appointmentMiscarriages on several occasionsTrack your hCG levels at home

Many pregnant parents wait until the end of the first trimester, or around week 13, to inform their friends and family about their pregnancy. There are various reasons why people have delayed sharing news till now. However, what makes you feel the most at ease should be the most important component in your decision. Continue reading to learn more about the issues to consider before making your pregnancy public. You will also want to follow other important tips like knowing how to travel safely while pregnant.

The possibility of miscarriage

The first trimester is a time of enormous growth and change for both you and your child. With all of that upheaval comes the possibility that the pregnancy will not be carried to term. Miscarriage occurs in between 10% and 25% of known pregnancies, with around 80% of these miscarriages occurring in the first trimester. The majority of miscarriages are caused by circumstances beyond a mother’s control. About half of the cases are caused by chromosomal abnormalities. This indicates that the infant is not developing normally. Other reasons of miscarriage in the first trimester include: a mother’s sickness a luteal phase deficiency (a difficulty with a woman’s monthly cycle). Hormone imbalances cause uterine adhesions (scar-like tissue).

If the growing baby’s heartbeat continues for at least 7 weeks, the chance of miscarriage lowers to 10%. Unless you have early pregnancy tests, you may not even realize you’re pregnant during the first few weeks, when your risk is highest. After the 12th week of pregnancy, the chance of miscarriage lowers to 5% for the duration of the pregnancy. Given these numbers, it is reasonable that many parents delay disclosing pregnancy until the danger of miscarriage has lessened. Most women do not want to break the heartbreaking news of a miscarriage so soon after announcing their pregnancy.

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First prenatal appointment

Another reason couples delay sharing until the end of the first trimester is prenatal screening. Your first date might be as late as 8 weeks pregnant. During your initial appointment, your doctor will run tests to confirm your pregnancy, estimate your due date, check for infections, and review your and your baby’s overall health. Hearing a heartbeat for the first time or receiving an ultrasound before sharing it with everyone may be reassuring for some couples.

Miscarriages on several occasions

If you’ve already suffered a miscarriage, your chances of having another one are significantly increased based on your medical history. This news might be upsetting, especially if you have a history of loss (RPL). To discover the reason for your loss, your doctor may examine you, run blood tests, and do other procedures. The good news is that with the correct therapy, you can boost your chances of having a kid. However, you may feel better at ease waiting until your treatment is over before informing everyone about your pregnancy.

Track your hCG levels at home

The hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is produced by your body during pregnancy. Indeed, the presence of hCG in the blood or urine is one of the first symptoms of pregnancy, which is why many individuals are curious about normal hCG levels. Begin using hcg levels calculator right away to calculate your hCG levels at home by inputting the results of two blood tests as well as the period between testing. Then scroll down to learn everything you need to know about early pregnancy hCG levels. Remember that hCG calculator tools and hCG level charts can assist you in learning more about the role of hCG in pregnancy. However, they are intended for informative reasons and are not a substitute for medical advice or a self-diagnosis tool. When it comes to tracking and discussing hCG development, your doctor should always be your first point of call.

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Aaron Casselman is a medical writer based in central Minnesota, specializing in bioinformatics. With my Master's Degree in bioinformatics, he brings unique insights into topics related to medicine and health.

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