Trying to conceive

Char1512

Hi everyone,
I was wondering if anyone could help me with some information. I was on the pill (microlite) for a little over 5 years and stopped taking it about 4-5 weeks ago as my boyfriend and I are trying to get pregnant.
Would anybody have any idea roughly how long it would take to leave my system? Any help is greatly appreciated.

anne white

Hi hope you do not mind taking advice from a man but try relax and not to worry give it a bit of time and I bet before you know it you will be a mum
Good luck

barbiegirl

It's different for everyone, some people get pregnant straight away, others it takes a year to be fully clear. Relax, have sex when you feel like it, you'll know you are at your most fertile when on wiping out get a stretchy, clear/white mucus. Remember for under 35 it's a year before you worry and over 35 it's 6 months.

Char1512

anne white wrote: »

Hi hope you do not mind taking advice from a man but try relax and not to worry give it a bit of time and I bet before you know it you will be a mum
Good luck

Hi no I don't mind advice from a man at all.....I'm not worrying about it, I'm telling myself it'll be about a year so if it takes that long I won't be disappointed and if it's sooner it'll be a nice surprise!

Char1512

barbiegirl wrote: »

It's different for everyone, some people get pregnant straight away, others it takes a year to be fully clear. Relax, have sex when you feel like it, you'll know you are at your most fertile when on wiping out get a stretchy, clear/white mucus. Remember for under 35 it's a year before you worry and over 35 it's 6 months.

Yeah, I'm telling myself it'll be about a year so if takes that long I won't be disappointed and if it's before then it'll be a nice surprise!

ellavin

Hi me and my oh been trying for a year no joy.. frustrating every month

finix

ellavin wrote: »

Hi me and my oh been trying for a year no joy.. frustrating every month

Another Man giving advice ! But qualified to do so as we went through this before we were finally successful after 4 years !

A few tips...

Fuel up on folic acid
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, a B vitamin that can help reduce the risk of serious birth defects that affect the brain and spinal cord. For this reason, the FDA recommends that all women attempting pregnancy take folic acid supplements for decreasing chances of birth defects.
Quit smoking, drinking and drugs now
Smoking or taking drugs greatly diminishes your chances of getting pregnant and can lead to miscarriages, premature birth, and low-birth weight babies. Plus, research suggests that smoking can affect your fertility and lower your partner’s sperm count. In fact, studies have shown that even secondhand smoke may affect your chances of getting pregnant. It is also recommend that women avoid alcohol when trying for pregnancy.
Cut down on Caffeine
Research shows that too much caffeine can reduce your ability to absorb iron and increase your risk for stillbirth. Avoid coffee, tea, and colas or switch to decaf to increase your chances of getting pregnant. If you are a complete caffeine junkie, then the safe limit would be a cup a day. Try switching to a milkshakes which will boost your calcium as well and assist in conception.
Get your weight in check
Healthy weight women have an easier time getting pregnant than overweight or underweight women. Studies show that women whose body mass index (BMI) is below 20 or above 30 have a harder time getting pregnant, so it’s a good idea to try to get yourself into the 20 to 30 range before you start trying.
Timing is Everything
You will have little chance of getting pregnant if you had sex on the wrong days and missed the most fertile ones. Figure out your ovulation days with a an ovulation calendar to increase your chances of conception. Ovulation predictor kits can also help you figure out when you’re ovulating by detecting hormones in your urine that signal ovulation is about to occur.
Mind Control
Women who suffer from depression are twice as likely to have problems with fertility as women who don’t. Get a mental health check if you notice signs of depression. Also, try stress management techniques, such as yoga and meditation, which research suggests can also help in getting pregnant.
Buy something sexy
Some experts say that if a woman is highly aroused while she’s having sex, the sperm has a better chance of fertilizing her egg. Others say it makes absolutely no difference. It definitely wont hurt and may even help in boosting your libido and killing that awkward feeling of having sex for pregnancy.
Positioning yourself
Many experts suspect that the missionary position (man on top) provides the best opportunity for getting pregnant, though no definitive studies have been done on this question. This position allows for the deepest penetration which deposits sperm closer to the cervix. For additional effectiveness, the woman can try elevating her hips with a pillow so her cervix is exposed to the maximum amount of semen. Other positions could be Rear entry and lying side-by-side. Avoid woman on top, standing, or leaning positions, which discourage the flow of semen to the uterus.
Increase the Odds
Make your vaginal environment as sperm-friendly as possible. Avoid vaginal sprays and scented tampons, artificial lubricants, and douching. Not only can they cause infections, they may wash away cervical mucus or create a hostile environment for the sperm.
If you find that your cervical mucus is not as conducive of getting pregnant as it should be, you may want to try a specific type of lubricant. Pre-Seed lubricant is the sperm friendly choice of many people trying to get pregnant. After intercourse, elevate your hips on a pillow for about fifteen minutes.
For your man
Ask your partner to chuck all briefs and opt for boxers instead for a healthy sperm count. Also, having sex in the morning would help since the semen has the highest number of sperm then.
Finally
Getting pregnant isn’t always easy. Very few couples conceive on the first try. In fact, even if everything is absolutely in perfect working order, you only have a 20-25% chance of conception each month. If you are under 30, and haven’t conceived in 12 months, you should make an appointment to see your doctor as there could be some issues at play with are preventing you from getting pregnant. If you are over 35, and haven’t succeeded in getting pregnant in six months, make an appointment to see your doctor, as infertility issues become more prevelant the older you get. If you are over 40, then do not delay in getting medical help.

Regards M

ellavin

Thanks for replying I thought it was a no chance.. an 22 my partners 30 and has a child bevious .. we both healthy weight and I have regular ps and no conception for over a year confused n frustrated every month recently I was 4 days late really thought it happened

LegacyUser

Hi Ellavin,
My partner and I have been trying for 2 yrs now and no joy It is quite frustrating. Like yourself we are both healthy but just doesn't seem to be working. I had a miscarriage about 6 years ago but was on microlite at the time. We weren't trying at that point so I continued with Microlite, was also on it for about 5 years. GP has recommended further investigations.
You're not alone

ellavin

finix wrote: »

Another Man giving advice ! But qualified to do so as we went through this before we were finally successful after 4 years !

A few tips...

Fuel up on folic acid
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, a B vitamin that can help reduce the risk of serious birth defects that affect the brain and spinal cord. For this reason, the FDA recommends that all women attempting pregnancy take folic acid supplements for decreasing chances of birth defects.
Quit smoking, drinking and drugs now
Smoking or taking drugs greatly diminishes your chances of getting pregnant and can lead to miscarriages, premature birth, and low-birth weight babies. Plus, research suggests that smoking can affect your fertility and lower your partner’s sperm count. In fact, studies have shown that even secondhand smoke may affect your chances of getting pregnant. It is also recommend that women avoid alcohol when trying for pregnancy.
Cut down on Caffeine
Research shows that too much caffeine can reduce your ability to absorb iron and increase your risk for stillbirth. Avoid coffee, tea, and colas or switch to decaf to increase your chances of getting pregnant. If you are a complete caffeine junkie, then the safe limit would be a cup a day. Try switching to a milkshakes which will boost your calcium as well and assist in conception.
Get your weight in check
Healthy weight women have an easier time getting pregnant than overweight or underweight women. Studies show that women whose body mass index (BMI) is below 20 or above 30 have a harder time getting pregnant, so it’s a good idea to try to get yourself into the 20 to 30 range before you start trying.
Timing is Everything
You will have little chance of getting pregnant if you had sex on the wrong days and missed the most fertile ones. Figure out your ovulation days with a an ovulation calendar to increase your chances of conception. Ovulation predictor kits can also help you figure out when you’re ovulating by detecting hormones in your urine that signal ovulation is about to occur.
Mind Control
Women who suffer from depression are twice as likely to have problems with fertility as women who don’t. Get a mental health check if you notice signs of depression. Also, try stress management techniques, such as yoga and meditation, which research suggests can also help in getting pregnant.
Buy something sexy
Some experts say that if a woman is highly aroused while she’s having sex, the sperm has a better chance of fertilizing her egg. Others say it makes absolutely no difference. It definitely wont hurt and may even help in boosting your libido and killing that awkward feeling of having sex for pregnancy.
Positioning yourself
Many experts suspect that the missionary position (man on top) provides the best opportunity for getting pregnant, though no definitive studies have been done on this question. This position allows for the deepest penetration which deposits sperm closer to the cervix. For additional effectiveness, the woman can try elevating her hips with a pillow so her cervix is exposed to the maximum amount of semen. Other positions could be Rear entry and lying side-by-side. Avoid woman on top, standing, or leaning positions, which discourage the flow of semen to the uterus.
Increase the Odds
Make your vaginal environment as sperm-friendly as possible. Avoid vaginal sprays and scented tampons, artificial lubricants, and douching. Not only can they cause infections, they may wash away cervical mucus or create a hostile environment for the sperm.
If you find that your cervical mucus is not as conducive of getting pregnant as it should be, you may want to try a specific type of lubricant. Pre-Seed lubricant is the sperm friendly choice of many people trying to get pregnant. After intercourse, elevate your hips on a pillow for about fifteen minutes.
For your man
Ask your partner to chuck all briefs and opt for boxers instead for a healthy sperm count. Also, having sex in the morning would help since the semen has the highest number of sperm then.
Finally
Getting pregnant isn’t always easy. Very few couples conceive on the first try. In fact, even if everything is absolutely in perfect working order, you only have a 20-25% chance of conception each month. If you are under 30, and haven’t conceived in 12 months, you should make an appointment to see your doctor as there could be some issues at play with are preventing you from getting pregnant. If you are over 35, and haven’t succeeded in getting pregnant in six months, make an appointment to see your doctor, as infertility issues become more prevelant the older you get. If you are over 40, then do not delay in getting medical help.

Regards M

Thanks for all advice my partner s going for an sa so hopefully things can work out

Char1512

Well after only 4 months of trying, I found out this morning that I am now pregnant....couldn't be happier!! It's very early days though so keeping it quiet from friends and family!

ellavin

After three months of my last post still no joy" hope all goes well for you

Char1512 wrote: »

Well after only 4 months of trying, I found out this morning that I am now pregnant....couldn't be happier!! It's very early days though so keeping it quiet from friends and family!

Char1512

ellavin wrote: »

After three months of my last post still no joy" hope all goes well for you

Thank you ellavin, I hope everything works out for you too x