Dennis Patel22 said:I'm heading out on a trip soon, so... :/
Right. And regarding those Dabrador tablets, I'll definitely need a prescription from my doctor, won't I?
True, though you might get lucky at some pharmacies without one; it really just depends on the pharmacist's discretion. Just mention that you're already taking it. ☕
There is no such thing as doing this "naturally." You only trigger a period by taking progesterone pills—like Dabrador or Premarin. As long as you are on them, you won't see anything. Once you stop, the sudden drop in progesterone levels forces the cycle to start within a few days.
swiftbear86 said:Unfortunately, Clomiphene didn't work for me...👎 It’s logical to start with a semen analysis first, just to ensure everything is fine on the partner's side...I am glad to hear that stimulation with Clomiphene worked for someone else. 🙂 🙂 🙂
That was the first thing my doctor advised me; why mess around with hormones if the issue lies in a poor semen analysis? If that's the case, neither Clomiphene nor any other medical miracles will make a difference.
Based on my experience with the Pap smear, they had to use a longer swab, which suggests I have a deeper birth canal or a longer uterus, I suppose. When you have a retroverted uterus, all I know is you should lie on your stomach after sex.
I was planning on starting Clomiphene since I deal with long cycles and late ovulation, and we’ve been trying to conceive. However, my gynecologist insisted that my husband needs to get a semen analysis first to rule out any issues on his end before we start focusing on me. For now, I'm just sticking to herbal teas.
There are all kinds of gynecologists out there; honestly, it wouldn't be surprising if she was given completely wrong advice. It would definitely be in her best interest to seek a second opinion from another specialist.
I find it hard to believe this is an actual allergy. It’s more likely that the pH imbalance from the semen disrupted your vaginal flora. I went through the exact same thing last week while we were trying to conceive; I wasn't being unhygienic, I just slept through the night without cleaning up and ended up with a yeast infection. In my experience, the best approach is to simply rinse off with plain water immediately after sex.
Kate Gonzalez70 said:My apologies, I didn't quite finish my thought earlier. What I meant to say was that out of all the screenings, only the ultrasound showed anything unusual—they found a small cyst on my ovary. Aside from that, I had four targeted swabs done, along with testing for HPV and Candida, plus two other tests I can't quite recall. The results for the Candida and everything else came back perfectly fine. We were also sent to get bloodwork done for both myself and my partner because I carry a hereditary condition called heterozygous beta thalassemia. It’s nothing life-threatening, but it requires an annual blood checkup to stay on top of it. They asked my boyfriend to be tested as well, because if we both carried the trait, there would be a high probability of our children being born with the disease. Fortunately, he’s clear. I have to admit, I felt the need to correct my gynecologist, which felt a bit silly. When we discussed my desire to conceive, she just gave me this blank, judgmental stare, as if she were questioning my sanity, before asking me exactly which tests I wanted to run. Since I obviously didn't know the full clinical checklist, I simply told her I would undergo whatever testing was necessary. That's essentially the situation.
Why don't you join us over at The Beatles? It’s a dedicated subforum for those of us hoping to conceive soon. You'll find plenty of people in the exact same boat.
Exercise seems to just trigger more hunger, yet the actual calorie burn is negligible. I went to an aerobics class recently and spent an hour jumping around like a maniac with the rest of the group; I was absolutely drenched in sweat. One woman in the class actually asked how many calories we’d burned, and the instructor replied, "About half a sandwich." If that's the case, what's the point? As for overeating—it's a habit I've had since I was a kid. Whenever I felt bored, I'd head straight for the fridge. Now, I struggle to maintain control, and frankly, I hate it. I'm not even hungry; I just eat out of habit.
I’ve always wondered how Victoria Beckham managed to have three children when she's so incredibly thin; you can tell she pushes herself to the limit with her diet. It’s a similar story with Angelina Jolie having two kids. Take Calista Flockhart from *Ally McBeal*—she wasn't able to conceive due to her struggles with anorexia and ended up adopting instead. I recall reading somewhere that women with very low body fat might actually have a higher statistical chance of conceiving a girl, under the theory that female embryos are more resilient and require less fat stores to successfully take hold.
Sarah Garcia12 said:This is appalling. I had an experience that was somewhat similar—though they didn't fully strip me, they just lifted my clothes enough to cause immense pain. Having six or seven people crowding around you like that is overwhelming. I wouldn't wish this on anyone, let alone a terrified child.
When I was little, I actually refused to let them lift my shirt once. There were several young doctors present; they were decent people and didn't force the issue because they could see how uncomfortable I was.
cosmicscout403 said:It’s true that patients have the legal right to refuse an examination by students or trainees. However, isn't it actually more practical to let them observe and learn while they are still in med school? It seems better to have them cut their teeth now rather than having them graduate and show up at your clinic only to realize they lack hands-on experience.
They should be learning on someone else's time. Some patients will likely allow them to observe if they don't find it too awkward. Personally, I wouldn't permit it.
Honestly, the thought of going to the doctor makes me feel sick to my stomach. It’s not just general anxiety; it’s the idea of being under the microscope. Dealing with all this pain and everything else is exhausting enough, but having five or six different people staring at you while you're in labor? I think I’d actually lose my mind.
I don't have an extremely high BMI either, but I picked up some Red Bull in Seattle without a prescription back in the day. It was twice the price then compared to what it costs now. I managed to drop 18 pounds in two months, and honestly, I wasn't even hungry. Of course, the weight eventually crept back on. When I tried starting it again, unfortunately, it didn't have the same effect.
She could probably just run a blood test right about now; the hCG levels would likely pick up the pregnancy before a standard urine test even registers anything.
crimsonmason8 said:Your friend—I’m fairly certain he finished inside her—but if you use withdrawal and happen to be in an infertile window, the chances of pregnancy are slim. It isn't exactly easy to conceive by accident.
Well, he did finish inside, and she was convinced she was in her infertile window, which turned out to be a mistake. It’s the same logic as using an app like Flo or Clue; just because it tells you you're in a safe zone doesn't mean you are. You have sex, thinking you're covered, but sperm can survive for a day or two waiting for ovulation to hit. Relying solely on tracking apps is unreliable. However, if we're talking about pulling out, the odds of pregnancy are minimal.
crimsonmason8 said:That’s exactly my routine. I spit into the device first thing in the morning before doing anything else. I don't bother waiting the full hour, either—I usually just wait about 20 to 40 minutes. According to the instructions, it likely depends on how much saliva you use; if you overdo it, you end up having to wait longer for it to dry properly.
Question: Since you have more experience with this, what exactly does that fern-like ovulation pattern look like—the one shown in the manual on the eyepiece? All I see are tiny little crystals or dots. Do you also use yours as part of your birth control?
The application needs to be precise—not too much, not too little. If you follow the instructions, the visual cues are clear: during infertile periods, you’ll see nothing but tiny crystals and specks. As you approach your fertile window, those patterns shift into fern-like branches. By the peak of ovulation, those "ferns" will practically take over the entire view through the eyepiece. I wouldn't dream of relying on this microscope as a method of contraception, though. Sperm can survive inside for several days, meaning you could still end up pregnant even if you had intercourse during an infertile window. I know a friend who ended up pregnant three separate times because she relied solely on tracking her fertile days.
It boosts immune function while improving both sperm count and motility in men. It’s also an excellent topical treatment for extremely dry skin, stretch marks, and brittle nails—specifically those white spots that tend to pop up there.
I’ve been using this for a year now. I originally bought it to track my cycles because I was worried that my PCOS might be preventing ovulation altogether. It’s an excellent tool, provided you follow the instructions to the letter—that is the most critical part. The test is highly sensitive to the salt levels in your saliva during fertile windows. To get an accurate reading, you need to test first thing in the morning before brushing your teeth or having anything to eat or drink. Alternatively, if you aren't testing immediately upon waking, you have to wait at least three hours after your last meal or drink. Another vital detail: you cannot rush the results. You have to let the saliva on the slide dry completely; you need to wait at least an hour for the crystals to form before checking the outcome. If used correctly, it works perfectly. Honestly, the women complaining about its inaccuracy are likely just misusing it—it’s clear they haven't read the manual properly.
Pick up some St. John's Wort oil at the pharmacy; it’s an excellent topical for wound healing and perfectly safe for the pelvic area. For the last few evenings, I’ve been following an old folk remedy where I soak a tampon in that oil and insert it—I’ve heard it helps draw out impurities. Since I’m dealing with PCOS, I figured it was worth a shot...