The Physiology of Miscarriage
What is happening in your body during a miscarriage? If you are experiencing waves of pain this could be due to your uterus contracting (like it would in full term labour, just with lower intensity). Your cervix may also be dilating (opening) to a size that will accomodate the release of your baby. If this is your first pregnancy this could be the first time that your cervix has ever dilated! Read more...