Manual removal of placenta

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We've been trying for baby number 2 since December and still no bfp.

I got pregnant with ds on first try.

After giving birth I had to have the placenta manually removed. Which was horrific. But no one really spoke to me about it after as my ds had issues which were more important.

Im now wondering if it could have effected my ability to conceive. Does anyone know if a manual placenta removal can do lasting damage.

Yes it can. Any intervention on a recently pregnant uterus can cause scarring/adhesions in the cavity. So in something as “rough” as a manual placenta removal, it’s more than possible there has been damage done BUT you’ve only been trying for 4 months. That’s honestly a very short amount of time. Getting pregnant quickly the first time unfortunately doesn’t guarantee an easy ride the next time. I’ve been pregnant twice whilst on the pill and I’ve now been trying for 18 months with no pregnancies and we have nothing obviously wrong with us fertility-wise (we have unexplained infertility).

Are you having any issues with lighter/lack of periods or any unusual pain in your uterus area during your cycle? If you’re under 35, doctors won’t be interested in testing your fertility until you’ve been trying unsuccessfully for at least a year (6 months if you’re over 35) as that’s how long it can take to fall pregnant. It’s perfectly normal to take up to two years to conceive. Once you do go to see a doctor (if you end up having to) be sure to mention the manual placenta removal as they will be able to focus on checking the uterus/cervix/tubes for any adhesions.

Since December! That's no time at all! Both times with my kids I had manual removal (section births)

Stop worrying yourself and just chill out

Periods have all been like clockwork and normal as before.

I guess I just thought it would happen strait away like last time and now it hasn't I'm starting to wonder why.

That’s just the way it happens unfortunately, OP. There are no guarantees at all when it comes to fertility. And it doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you. You just have to be more patient I’m afraid. 4 months is no time at all, so much so a doctor wouldn’t even consider trying to do any tests yet.

There’s not always an egg every month that’s viable either so don’t think every month is a definite

Good morning, I know its been 4 years but wondering if you were able to conceive eventually? Currently having the same worries!