Burial of a Miscarriage
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Question
A woman who had a miscarriage and the fetus was expelled in a medical facility, or a curettage was performed, should it be requested for burial?
Answer
Before 3 months from the start of pregnancy, there is no obligation for burial. After 3 months, it is usually transferred to the Chevra Kadisha for burial. If it is not transferred, one should demand that they do so, because according to the Magen Avraham, it requires burial.
Source
Magen Avraham, Siman 526, Pesachim 9 in Tosafot there
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