You have missed your period? Wondering if you’re pregnant or want to know when you ovulate? Here’s a list of our frequently asked questions – read it and learn more about your menstrual cycle, ovulation, pregnancy, abortion etc.
6) Abortion
I had an abortion 5 weeks ago and still haven’t gotten my normal period. Is this normal? When should I expect my period to come?
When the period will return after an abortion varies from woman to woman depending on how far along the pregnancy had proceeded before it was aborted. Normally, the period returns four to 12 weeks after an abortion and even if there are no periods after this time, it could be because of stress, health issues like PCOS, or your body might be taking some more time to heal.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });I had a medical abortion and got my periods after 4 weeks. It has not stopped even after 6 days. Is it normal or do I need to consult the doctor?
It’s normal to have a longer first period after your abortion. They may be lighter or heavier than your usual period. If they are heavy and you need to change pads more than four times a day, you should consult the doctor.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });I had an abortion last week and I still feel pregnant. I feel all the signs. Does that mean the abortion was not successful?
After an abortion, it is normal to still feel pregnant for the next 3-4 weeks, as the body is trying to adjust to the new situation, which takes some time. To make sure, you can take a urine pregnancy test after 6 weeks of the abortion.
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When can I get pregnant after a miscarriage or abortion?
It is very important that you give yourself time to heal both emotionally and physically before you try to conceive again. Physical recovery after a miscarriage is quick and takes only a few days. After about a month, your body will be working normally and your menstrual cycles will begin once again. It is possible to become pregnant during your first menstrual cycle after your miscarriage or abortion.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });I recently had an abortion but I did a pregnancy test that is still showing that I’m pregnant. What is happening to me?
I had an abortion and I’m having cramps, feeling nauseous and my period has not returned. Should I be concerned?
The effects of an abortion include bleeding, cramps or a vaginal discharge. If these symptoms are excessive and you have a high fever then you must see a doctor. Don’t worry about your delayed period – in most instances, a menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });3) Gettting Pregnant
I had unprotected sex and got my period shortly after. Is there still any chance that I’m pregnant?
If you got your regular period in accordance to your period calculator this would indicate that you’re not pregnant. If you noticed bleeding some time after unprotected sex and not on the days when your regular period should appear then this could be implantation bleeding. In that case it could be that you’re pregnant and we’d recommend that you take a pregnancy test.
You can read this post to learn more about how to recognize the difference between a period and implantation bleeding.
What are the other signs to know I am pregnant, other than taking pregnancy test?
Every woman might have different pregnancy signs. The most common ones are sore breasts, increased need to go to the washroom, mood swings, tiredness etc. However, all these may also be caused by other reasons, too. The only accurate way to know whether you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test. Be sure to take it after 10 days of missing your expected period date for more accuracy.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });What is the best time to have sex if I’m trying to get pregnant?
The most fertile days in the cycle will be at least 3 days before, during and some days after ovulation. This will be the best time for you to try and conceive. Sperm will survive for 3 to 5 days while the egg will last for 12 to 24 hours. You are fertile for about 5 to 7 days. In case you are not sure about your ovulation, you can also use an ovulation kit to make sure.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });Is it possible to get pregnant if I have sex just before ovulation?
Yes. The risk of getting pregnant is high because your partner’s sperm can live inside your body for at least 72 hours. You can become pregnant just before ovulation as long as one sperm is alive; in essence the sperm could be there waiting for an egg to be released during the ovulation process.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });Can I get pregnant if my partner withdraws before he ejaculates?
Yes, it is still possible for pregnancy to occur because pre-ejaculate (pre-cum or sperm) can be released from your partner before your partner withdraws. This semen can be potent enough to result in a pregnancy.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });How do I know if I’m pregnant?
The biggest sign of pregnancy after unprotected sex is a missed period. However, this missed or late period is not a sure sign as there are many other things like stress, sickness and fatigue that can delay a period besides pregnancy. The best way for you to know if you are pregnant is to do a pregnancy test. These are easy to get nowadays because they are available at drugstores or health centers. It is important to note that the home pregnancy tests are ninety-nine percent accurate if taken after you miss a period.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });2) Delayed Period
I am late. Am I pregnant?
A late period can be caused by many reasons and pregnancy is only one of them. If you think pregnancy can be the reason in your case, wait until 10 days after the date of your expected period date to take a pregnancy test. This waiting is to ensure the accuracy of the pregnancy test kit.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });My period is very late. If I’m not pregnant so what could it be?
If you missed a period and you are not pregnant, you might want to know why this happened. Some of the causes of a missed menstrual cycle include: stress, change in your regular schedule, travel, illness and the use of certain medications. It would be best to consult your doctor for help in identifying which factor is causing the delay.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });1) Menstrual Cycle
How do I calculate the length of my menstrual cycle?
The menstrual cycle starts on day one of the bleeding to day one of the next. On average, the cycle lasts for 28 days, but it’s normal to have it longer or shorter. So if one period started on July 10 and the next one started on August 5, then you would have a 26 days cycle. If your periods are regular, then the two subsequent ones would come on August 31 and September 26. Read this article for more information.
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It is important for you to keep a record of your menstrual cycle on a calendar or on a smart phone; there are many ovulation apps available. Track your start date every month for several months – this will help you to determine the constancy of your periods. It is also important to note: the end date, how light or heavy it is and if you have abnormal bleeding or pain.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });How do I determine my fertile days?
Typically, the menstrual cycle will last for 28 days, which is calculated from day one of a menstrual period to day one of the next cycle. Ovulation typically occurs 14 days before the start of your menstrual period. If your cycle lasts for 28 days, you can ovulate on the 14th day like the average female. However, you will start ovulating around the 11th day if you have periods 25 days apart. Alternatively, you will not ovulate until the 20th day if your cycles are longer, like for 34 days. If periods are irregular it would be more challenging to determine the fertile days.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });4) Ovulation
Can I ovulate right after my period?
What is the difference between ovulation bleeding versus implantation bleeding?
With a regular 28 to 30 days cycle, ovulation typically occurs on the 13th -16th day. Implantation usually happens within the next 10 days after ovulation. Read this article for more information.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });How can I differentiate ovulation bleeding from a period?
The quantity of blood discharged through the vagina is what mainly differentiates the two. With a menstrual period, there is a heavy flow of blood that can last for an average of three to five days. Ovulation, on the other hand usually brings spotting or a little bit of blood. This blood is either dark brownish red color or pink and there is very little of it. It may be mixed with cervical mucus and may be accompanied by mild pain in the stomach or some cramping that resembles menstrual cramping.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });What are the signs of ovulation?
The ovulation signs include changes in body temperature, cervical mucus and hormone levels. Pain in the ovaries may also be experienced. Read this post to learn about some other common ovulation symptoms.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });Can I ovulate and get pregnant during a period?
Generally speaking, you can’t get pregnant during your period. But there are very little odds of getting pregnant if the menstrual phase of your cycle is short and sperm still hangs around to fertilize an egg that will be released in the next cycle. Other than that, the egg is expelled with the endometrial shedding when you’re menstruating. But yes, you can ovulate during your period, if your period is shorter, explained in the question above.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });What are some common ovulation facts?
Ovulation facts in a nutshell:
- Typically, only one egg is released during ovulation.
- An egg can live up to 24 hours after ovulation.
- Sperm can live up to 72 hours.
- Stress, sickness, or other outside influences can affect ovulation.
- It usually takes from a week to 12 days for a fertilized egg to become implanted.
- It is possible to experience ovulation even without experiencing a period.
- While it is common not to be aware that you are ovulating, some women experience heaviness or some pain during ovulation.
- The chance of pregnancy increases if intercourse occurs sometime between three days before to three days after ovulation.
During my ovulation time, how many days am I really fertile?
During your window of ovulation, your most fertile time is considered to be about 5-7 days long. An egg is only available to be fertilized for about 12 – 24 hours. Since sperm can live in the body for 3 – 5 days after sex, and the egg is available for one day, you must identify those 5 to 7 days and have sex just before, during and even a few days after these days if you want to get pregnant.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });5) Pregnancy Tests
When is the best time to take a pregnancy test?
You can get the most accurate result if you wait at least one week after missing your period. In addition, the result might be even more accurate if the test is done first in the morning as the urine is far more concentrated at this time. The urine-based home pregnancy tests offer great accuracy. This accuracy will depend on several factors such as how early the test is taken, if the instructions were followed closely, when ovulation occurred in the cycle as well as how early implantation takes place, and the sensitivity of the test.
It is always best to take a pregnancy test after a late period to avoid false positive or false negative results. If you have irregular cycles or you are not charting your cycles, it might best to take the test after passing the longest menstrual cycle. For example, it would be best to take the test 37 days or later if your cycles are in the range of 30 to 36 days.
You can buy home pregnancy tests in every pharmacy or online (Amazon link).
If my pregnancy test shows a negative result, does this mean I’m not pregnant?
A negative result can mean that you are not pregnant or that you took the test too early. Pregnancy tests vary in their sensitivity (how soon they can detect the hormone hCG), and you may not have given your body enough time to produce enough of the hCG hormone to show up on the test.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });When taking a test it is best to follow the instructions of the manufacturer and wait until you have missed a period before taking the test. Some women show up accurately on a test the day they miss a period, while others may not show up positive until 3-4 weeks after a missed period. If the result is negative, wait a week and test again if a normal period has not started.
How long after an abortion or miscarriage can a urine pregnancy test show positive?
I had an in office procedure done on Dec 21st, started my birth control pill on the 23rd and had unprotected sex on the 28th. I took a pregnancy test today because I had some vertigo the other day and it came back positive. Could this be accurate? It’s been 7 weeks since the abortion.
Hello Ash, please retest in another week.
Ok. I had someone tell me 9-35 days and that freaked me out. Everywhere else I’ve read says 6-8 weeks.
Hello,
I haven’t had period for about 5 months now. When Im losing weight, I lost my period. But I seriously dont want to gain my weight back. Even though I eat quite healthy, and I don’t work out. I have taken multivitamin for 3 months but it doesn’t help. Is there any supplements you recommend me to take to get my period back?
Hello Mia, please see your doctor regarding this. A medical professional will be able to physically assess you and make a diagnosis and treat.
Hii i had an abortion on dec 27 and after that i had my first period on jan 22 and the bleeding stopped in 7 days as normal but then its started bleeding lightly in several days but not a heavy bleeding and it wont bleed every day once in a week like that and its only very light bleeding is that normal??
Hello Amalu, yes a woman’s body goes through a series of changes after an abortion so this might happen for a while.
How to know if i am ovulating
Hello Allison, read the following link: https://womanjunction.com/check-cervix-position-signs-ovulation/
Please I started my period on 5th of February and ovulation tracker gives me 20th of February for ovulation while sex determine calculator gives a baby girl if i have sex on that 20th and am hoping for a baby boy. how do i go about it. Please help.
Hello Bunmi, use the below link to help you conceive a baby boy: https://womanjunction.com/tips-conceive-boy/
I Had My Period December 27 Thru 31st. I Never Been Late Always On Time. Here It Is Feb. 3 Still Haven’t Had No Period. I Been Having Early Pregnancy Symptoms,But I Sometimes Think It’s Cycle Symptoms, I Also Done Took 3 Pregnancy Test On Jan.28, Jan.30 & Feb.3 It Was In The Middle Of The Day, But I Got All Negative On Them. I Still Been Having Unprotected Sex With My Man The Whole Entire Time. I Been Having Regular Cycles Since Cycles, Can You Please Inform Me On What To Do & What The World Is Going On ??
Hello Britteny, take a pregnancy test 7 days after a missed period to confirm this.
Hi. I have a question. I had protected sex with an ex on September 1st, 11th and 24th. I don’t recall the condom breaking at all. I had unprotected sex with my current boyfriend on sept 19th and 24th. I am pregnant. Is my ex or current boyfriend the father?
Hello Destiny, the best way to figure this out is by using our conception calculator, see below:
https://womanjunction.com/conception-calculator-find-your-conception-date/
Hi, I had unprotected sex two days after my period, can I get pregnant?
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Hi I had my period on the 6 January and lasted until 10 but tuesday 29 I started to have small blood coming when I pee before I even reach my period time is it possible if I’m pregnant and I’m not on a pill since 2003
Hi Tgirl,
It’s quite possible that it’s implantation bleeding or that your period is coming sooner than you expected. Plus if you haven’t been on birth control since 2003 and you’ve had unprotected sex, it’s always possible to get pregnant. If you don’t get what you consider to be a regular period by a week after your expected start date I would take a pregnancy test.
I had unprotected sex on the 6th & 7th day of my last period and I took postinor 2 within 24 hours . Then I had unprotected sex again 5 days after my period. Can I take postinor 2 again?
Hi there Bella, you can, however it is not advised to take Morning After Pills so frequently. The best thing to do is to invest in the use of birth control.
I had my period on the 12 Jan 2018 and I had unprotected sex on 22& 23 is it possible I will be pregnant
I cannot find out whether I am pregnant or not?
I have had a regular period till October 2017. After my last menstruation on 28 October 2017 to 1 November 2017 I directly checked a pregnancy kit on 13 December 2017 and tested positive. I have checked this 3 times it was POSITIVE, then within 4 days I had natural miscarriage on the 16th Dec 2017 (Spotting) and from 17 Dec 2017 I had a heavy menstrual flow.
I got a HCG blood test done on 26 December 2017 and it came out to be negative, also pregnancy test kit show negative.
Now I was waiting for my next cycle on 19 January 2017 after a 5-6 day delay I again checked using pregnancy test kit and it showed positive on 26 January 2018. I got my ultrasound on 29 January 2018 my doctor couldn’t see anything in ultrasound.
Now i am confused whether I am pregnant or not
Physical Relationship during period : 11 Jan 2018- 17 Jan 2018
Symptoms : Breast highly sensitive, vomit, burps, gas, fatigue
Yesterday i went to doctor and they told me my HCG is 1775 and this is my new pregnancy in 2 months
my case is complicated with back to back pregnancy can you tell me how can i calculate weeks of pregnancy ?
Hello Kanji, use the below link to calculate how many week pregnant you are. Congrats and all the best!
https://womanjunction.com/how-many-weeks-pregnant-am-i-pregnancy-calculator/
Hi Kanji,
If you are getting a positive pregnancy test I would likely say pregnant. But I would ask your doctor for a blood test. It’s the only way to determine if you are in fact pregnant or not and maybe ask for another ultrasound. You could have also experienced a chemical pregnancy too. I would honestly make another appointment with your doctor. Good luck!
Thank you for your reply , i went to a doctor she said it’s new pregnancy 1775 HCG count but could not see the sac. she asked me to visit after 4 days , we can now see the sac 🙂
Hello I have a question so I had sex dec 27 and for most of the time we used a condom but then he took it off. He didn’t cum at all when we had the condom off. And 10-11 days later I got my period it was on time as usual but I want to know if I could be pregnant. I haven’t had any symptoms but I’ve been been very paranoid even tho my friends tell me I’m not, thank you
Hello Mena, you should be fine, there doesn’t seem any need for worry here.
I had my period on January 6th to the 10th, 2018 but I’m feeling menstruation pains since then and a headache. I’m worried.
Hi Jammy,
Because you are almost a week away from your anticipated next cycle, you could be experiencing PMS. You could experience anything ranging from moodiness to pain in the breasts, abdomen, back, and other joints and muscles, changes in appetite, and digestive issues as well. These are all normal. Should they continue after the first day or so of your period I would suggest making an appointment. Until then, take some pain meds, keep up with your fluids, and relax. It’s most likely all normal.
I had my period 29 December can u please tell me when my next period will be?
Hi there Blessing, use the following link to confirm this: https://womanjunction.com/
Hi.
On 19th Dec 2017 I had a period and it last for 6 days… I had sex on 21st Jan 2018, so is it possible to get pregnant??? Normally my menstruation cycle is 31 days…
I am worried…
Hello Kinley, take a pregnancy test if you have missed your period after 7 days.
I had my period on december 24th ended the 28th 2017. I have sex so often any time. Can you tell me when the next period will be.
Hi Djenie.
If you have a 28 day cycle you should expect your period around January 21st.