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Threatened Miscarriage

It is thought that one in three pregnancies miscarries; some women do not even realize they are pregnant. The causes of miscarriage include nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalance, infection, anatomical problems of the uterus and cervix, exposure to harmful substances, maternal age and autoimmune or chromosomal fetal disorders. Symptoms of a threatened miscarriage are backache, abdominal cramping, and pain resembling period pains, spotting or bleeding.

Tips to cope with a threatened miscarriage:

- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid caffeine
- Avoid hot baths
- Do not smoke
- Get plenty of rest

Diet and Nutrition

- Take a multivitamin every day. Vitamin E and selenium may help prevent miscarriage.
- If you are bleeding, eat iron rich foods to prevent anemia

Complementary Treatments

Reiki - encourages a sense of deep relaxation

Homeopathy
- for a steady loss of bright red blood, cramping abdominal pain, weakness and nausea, Ipecac. 30c
- for stitching pains that begin in the back and spread to the front, Kali. Carb. 30c
- For intermittent loss of dark red blood which becomes more profuse, Pulsatilla 30c

Aromatherapy
- Lavender - to promote relaxation

Western Herbalism
- false unicorn root
- ginger
- black haw

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine

Static blood internally obstructing pattern
- Symptoms- bleeding which is dark red may contain clots, lower abdominal aching and pain Tongue- dark red body or patches Pulse: wiry, choppy

Damp heat congestion and stagnation pattern
- Symptoms- bleeding, abdominal pain, nausea vomiting, bitter taste in mouth, dry throat, short urination, dry stools, swollen limbs, neonatal jaundice Tongue- red body, thick slimy coating Pulse: soggy, rapid

Kidney vacuity
- Symptoms- low back soreness, bleeding which id fresh red in color without clots, abdominal distension, dizziness, tinnitus, frequent urination, Tongue- red body Pulse- deep, fine

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The information on this website is compiled and written by;

Vancouver Pregnancy & labour (labor) Acupuncturist

Raeghan Siemens, R.Ac., DTCM
Raeghan Siemens has always had an interest in medicine;
but she found her true passion in Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture.
Her special interests are treating Pregnancy related issues and aiding women through labour (labor).

Raeghan practices at Acubalance Wellness Centre Ltd. in Vancouver BC Canada.

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