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Home<\/a> \/ Blog<\/a> \/chances of miscarriage by age<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#e31c61″ header_font_size_tablet=”32px” header_font_size_phone=”20px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_line_height_tablet=”” header_line_height_phone=”1.4em” header_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” sticky_limit_bottom=”section” sticky_position_tablet=”top” sticky_position_phone=”none” sticky_position_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/shenoyhospitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/What-are-the-chances-of-the-miscarriage-by-age.webp” alt=”What-are-the-chances-of-the-miscarriage-by-age” title_text=”What-are-the-chances-of-the-miscarriage-by-age” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text module_id=”Overview” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.6em” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Miscarriage can be a life-changing experience, and understanding the factors that contribute to it is an important step for many expecting parents. At its simplest, miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks. <\/span><\/p>\n Age is one of the major factors that influence the risk of miscarriage. But why is this the case? Our goal in this guide is to explore miscarriage rates by age, the reasons behind the increased risk, and practical steps you can take to reduce the chances of miscarriage.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”one” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#e31c61″ header_4_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Miscarriage is when a pregnancy ends before the baby can survive outside the womb. It\u2019s a lot more common than many people realize.<\/span><\/p>\n On average, around 10\u201320% of known pregnancies result in miscarriage, though experts believe the actual number may be higher since many miscarriages happen before a person even realizes they\u2019re pregnant.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”one” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#e31c61″ header_4_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Age plays a significant role in pregnancy because it\u2019s closely tied to egg quality and the overall function of the reproductive system. People are born with all the eggs they\u2019ll have in their lifetime, and these eggs age as the body does. <\/span><\/p>\n Over time, the likelihood of genetic abnormalities in eggs increases, making it harder to sustain a viable pregnancy. Hormonal changes and a declining ovarian reserve (the number of eggs left in the ovaries) also add to the challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” locked=”off”][et_pb_section global_module=\"761\"][\/et_pb_section][\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”one” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#e31c61″ header_4_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a look at how different age groups experience varying risks of miscarriage, along with the factors behind those numbers:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Book a High-Risk Pregnancy Consultation in Secunderabad” icon_placement=”left” content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.5em” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”106deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(22,119,188,0.53) 65%|rgba(227,28,97,0.14) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/shenoyhospitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/thank-u.webp” text_orientation=”center” width=”100%” custom_padding=”40px|20px|40px|20px|false|true” header_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_font_size_phone=”16px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nWhat are the chances of the miscarriage by age?<\/h1>\n
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Understanding Miscarriage<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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How Age Affects Miscarriage Risk?<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Miscarriage Rates by Age Group<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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<\/b>Miscarriage rates are relatively low in this group, around 10%. Causes may include hormonal imbalances or uterine immaturity. However, this age group generally has robust fertility, which protects against pregnancy loss.<\/span><\/li>\n
<\/b>This is often considered the prime fertile phase, with miscarriage rates hovering at 10\u201312%. While risks are lower overall, factors like underlying medical conditions or lifestyle risks (smoking, poor diet) can still cause complications.<\/span><\/li>\n
<\/b>Risks begin to rise slightly, with about 15% of pregnancies ending in miscarriage. Aging eggs and subtle hormonal changes start to emerge.<\/span><\/li>\n
<\/b>Miscarriage rates increase significantly, with about 20\u201325% of pregnancies ending in miscarriage. At this age, egg quality is a major factor, as chromosomal abnormalities become more common.<\/span><\/li>\n
<\/b>Nearly 40% of pregnancies in this group may result in miscarriage. Alongside declining egg quality, factors like uterine changes and increased instances of medical conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes) contribute to the risk.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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<\/b>The risk exceeds 50%, and natural conception becomes rare. This is due to a severely diminished ovarian reserve, poor egg quality, and potential complications from existing health conditions. Most successful pregnancies at this age rely on assisted reproductive technologies, such as IVF.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n