Real Talk – Is Sperm a Factor in Miscarriages?

Men,  When we think of miscarriages, we often think of two things: the female body and the fetus.  But what about us?  Although many factors lead to childbirth complications and ultimately, miscarriages, the science shows that it is, in fact, a two-way street. Aside from uterine abnormalities, hormonal imbalances, and genetic disorders, the role of the man cannot be ignored.  The latest research is revealing something very interesting about sperm health, and how it may contribute to a higher (or lower) risk of miscarriages.  Let’s explore the findings… RELATED: 5 Facts About Sperm Everyone Should Know The Science of Sperm and Miscarriage Also known as spontaneous abortion, miscarriage refers to the loss of the pregnancy before the 20th week. Unfortunately, it’s not that uncommon. As the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists finds, upwards of 15 percent of pregnancies terminate in miscarriage.  Sperm certainly plays a role.  When it comes to sperm quality and the viability (or success likelihood) of sperm, we should consider several variables.  They include the following:  Sperm count – the number of sperm in a given amount DNA integrity – if the DNA is intact in the sperm, increasing the likelihood of fertilization Morphology  – the...