My period is late. Could I be pregnant? Yes, you could. If you've been having sexual intercourse then you could be pregnant but don't automatically assume you are..especially if you're TTC. Some women who are TTC get so caught up in wanting to be pregnant that it actually throws their menstrual cycles off; which isn't good if you're calculating your ovulation. I would suggest that you wait a week and if your period has still yet to arrive, purchase an at home pregnancy test (one of the good ones like First Response or Clear Blue). If the test says positive, it's most likely accurate. If it's negative, you may want to take another one. If the second test still comes out negative but your period still doesn't come within the next few days, then you should make an appointment for your doctor to take blood. By doing a blood test, the doctor can check your hormones (HCG levels) to tell if you're pregnant or not.
Can I get pregnant while on Birth Control? Birth Control is created in order to prevent pregnancy but even with that said, it's 98 percent effective. So, there's always a 2 percent chance that you can get pregnant on the pill. Also, each pill is different, so if you don't want to be pregnant then speaking to your GYN about the right pill for you is the right thing to do. Other factors that can change the effectiveness of birth control is taking it at different time, missing some pills, and other medicines you may be taking for other health issues. The only way to be 100% sure you cannot get pregnant is by obtaining abstinence. However, by taking the right pill the right way, and using other contraceptives, your chances of conceiving are very slim.
Can I get pregnant after a miscarriage? Yes! Studies show that about 40% of all pregnancies result in an early miscarriage; sometimes so early that a woman was not even aware that she was pregnant yet and may mistake an early miscarriage for a heavy period. If you've miscarried, just remember that there was a reason. Usually it's because the fertilized egg ended up implanting itself in the wrong place, or the failure of the baby's development.. that is when the egg attaches in the right place but doesn't continue developing. Most women who've had miscarriages go on to have healthy pregnancies afterward. If you were to miscarry more than two times, your doctor may check into having tests done to see if there's something wrong other then a string of bad luck. Now, there are some factors with pregnancy that can up the chances of miscarriage. If you're a woman over 35, if you're under-nourished, if you smoke/drink, or if you're overweight, your chances are higher of miscarriage. So, the your best bet when trying to become pregnant is to first get down to a healthier weight not just for the future baby's safety but for yourself as well. If you smoke or drink you should start by cutting back and then quit all together, for the sake of that growing baby. Make sure that you drink plenty of water to stay dehydrated, eat healthy, stay away from too much caffeine like energy drinks, and take good care of yourself. If you're over 35, this doesn't mean you cannot have children, but your pregnancy may be a bit more complicated. The chances are endless but remember there's always a chance you will breeze by your pregnancy with little or no complications.
Can I get pregnant if I have unprotected sex during my period? Yes. Any time you have unprotected sex you are risking a pregnancy whether it is wanted or not. The chances are slim because in order to get pregnant you have to be ovulating and ovulating occurs about 12-16 days before your next period, but it is always possible.
What are the first symptoms of pregnancy? Although these symptoms vary from woman to woman, the most common first symptoms of pregnancy are a missed period, tender or swollen breasts, and nausea. There are now pregnancy tests that can determine if you're pregnant up to 4 days before your missed period, so if you've been feeling "differently" lately and are curious to find out if you're pregnant, one of those tests may be a good idea.
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