Recurrent Miscarriage Defined Three or more miscarriages in a row is often referred to as recurrent miscarriage. Most often, miscarriage occurs when there is a problem with the pregnancy causing the baby not to develop normally. Some women may feel that they did something to cause the miscarriage. While others may feel that they could have done something to prevent it. Neither is the case.
Miscarriage is the body's natural response to a pregnancy in trouble.
When a woman's body recognizes that there is something wrong with the pregnancy, a miscarriage can occur. Often, a miscarriage begins with bleeding and cramping, although this may also occur in a normal pregnancy. Bleeding can be similar to a menstrual period or heavier. In some cases, a miscarriage occurs without bleeding and an ultrasound is needed to diagnose a miscarriage. Any tissue removed will be sent to the hospital's pathology department where it will be examined.