Miscarriage Causes and Risk Factors

Most miscarriages happen when the unborn baby has fatal genetic problems. Usually, these problems are not related to the mother.

Other problems that can increase the risk of miscarriage include:

A woman has a higher risk of miscarriage if they:

1.Are over age 35

2.Have certain diseases, such as diabetes or thyroid problems

3.Have had three or more miscarriages