Grab a test! (For anyone wondering if they're pregnant)

Good day. I’m not usually one to panic, but I feel like I should ask for some perspectives right now. Basically, I had sex with my boyfriend and he accidentally finished inside me a little bit, with the rest landing on me. We always use condoms, so this was the first time we didn't (it's a long story). I know there's supposed to be no regrets after sex, and that's fine. But the day after we had sex, I got my period, which lasted about 4 or 5 days. Now, some coworkers I hang out with every day told me that sperm can live inside for 5 to 7 days. My next period should arrive in about 5 days—though my cycle is pretty irregular, so I can't say for sure when it'll show up.

I know I'm going to get lectured for not using protection—I'm fully aware of that and the consequences—but I just want to know if there is still a chance I could be pregnant?

Thanks in advance for any input, and sorry if this post is a bit scattered.

Best regards!

So, was this period of yours coming right on schedule, like maybe just a day later than usual or something?

slybadger99 said:So, was this period of yours coming right on schedule, like maybe just a day later than usual or something?

Yeah. Honestly, I was pretty freaked out when they told me sperm can actually survive inside you for five to seven days...

Even if they live for five or seven days, those still weren't your fertile window right after your period ended. You might want to tell your colleagues to actually do some research first...

Jacob Martinez59 said:Good day. I’m not usually one to panic, but I feel like I should ask for some perspectives right now. Basically, I had sex with my boyfriend and he accidentally finished inside me a little bit, with the rest landing on me. We always use condoms, so this was the first time we didn't (it's a long story). I know there's supposed to be no regrets after sex, and that's fine. But the day after we had sex, I got my period, which lasted about 4 or 5 days. Now, some coworkers I hang out with every day told me that sperm can live inside for 5 to 7 days. My next period should arrive in about 5 days—though my cycle is pretty irregular, so I can't say for sure when it'll show up.

I know I'm going to get lectured for not using protection—I'm fully aware of that and the consequences—but I just want to know if there is still a chance I could be pregnant?

Thanks in advance for any input, and sorry if this post is a bit scattered.

Best regards!

Unlikely. ☕ It isn't quite that simple. You weren't in your fertile window when it happened—and even if sperm lives for 10 days (which it doesn't; it's more like 48-72 hours), you still wouldn't have been ovulating. 😉

Nicole Kim11 said:Even if they live for five or seven days, those still weren't your fertile window right after your period ended. You might want to tell your colleagues to actually do some research first...

Jerry Bailey47 said:Unlikely. ☕ It isn't quite that simple. You weren't in your fertile window when it happened—and even if sperm lives for 10 days (which it doesn't; it's more like 48-72 hours), you still wouldn't have been ovulating. 😉

My cycles are incredibly irregular. I tried birth control to try and stabilize things, but I ran into some issues and my OB-GYN told me to stop taking them altogether.
🙂The day before my period starts, I notice egg-white mucus and heavy discharge. That’s just how it always is for me right before my cycle...

Look, honey, you can never really be 100% certain about security stuff! I used to get so anxious back in the day—when I was younger—worrying about accidentally getting pregnant. I went through everything: birth control pills, emergency contraception (I honestly don't know why you didn't just take the Plan B?!), condoms, you name it... we tried it all. And now that we actually want a baby? Not a chance! We’ve been trying for seven months straight now. We track ovulation, we try during fertile windows, before, after, even every single day... we've basically tried everything under the sun and nothing is happening! So, you see... one thing doesn't necessarily mean you're pregnant. Honestly, I don't think that period you had right after being intimate means anything... it's more likely your uterine lining just shed and there wasn't enough thickening for a fertilized egg to actually "stick." Plus, it's pretty rare for a woman to ovulate immediately after her period ends... sperm probably wouldn't even survive that long (well, maybe they would, but they wouldn't be up for much!). Don't worry too much, but just remember you always have Plan B as an option 😉

bluetiger212 said:Look, honey, you can never really be 100% certain about security stuff! I used to get so anxious back in the day—when I was younger—worrying about accidentally getting pregnant. I went through everything: birth control pills, emergency contraception (I honestly don't know why you didn't just take the Plan B?!), condoms, you name it... we tried it all. And now that we actually want a baby? Not a chance! We’ve been trying for seven months straight now. We track ovulation, we try during fertile windows, before, after, even every single day... we've basically tried everything under the sun and nothing is happening! So, you see... one thing doesn't necessarily mean you're pregnant. Honestly, I don't think that period you had right after being intimate means anything... it's more likely your uterine lining just shed and there wasn't enough thickening for a fertilized egg to actually "stick." Plus, it's pretty rare for a woman to ovulate immediately after her period ends... sperm probably wouldn't even survive that long (well, maybe they would, but they wouldn't be up for much!). Don't worry too much, but just remember you always have Plan B as an option 😉

I know, trust me. But once I actually started digging around online, I realized that it really is possible. You shouldn't play games with emergency contraception. When I got my period the day after having sex, I wasn't even worried because... well, I had my period. Period. End of story. But then my coworkers started bringing up all these crazy theories, which is why I decided to post here. Anyway, I hope you guys get pregnant soon. 🙂

Thanks so much! Honestly, I think 🙂 I know that taking an emergency contraceptive isn't exactly the ideal way to handle things, but in my opinion, it’s a better option than an abortion. That said, you really should definitely talk to your gynecologist first! I’ve heard so many different stories from various women—everything from having to hold your legs up in the air for half an hour to peeing over a bowl of boiled herbs or whatever else... honestly, most of it is just nonsense. Don't pay too much attention to the gossip from coworkers... maybe try browsing some websites that actually explain implantation, pregnancy, and female reproductive health in a serious way. If you read up a bit on your cycle and what exactly happens on specific days... I think it might make things feel a little easier for you. :*

Nicole Kim11 said:I ended up going with one of those Clearblue digital ones... I think they were about $15 at CVS... and I actually tested three or four days before my period was even due 😁
it showed a positive.

I used one of those Clearblue Vision tests, or something similar $14. It showed a positive right away on December 30th.

Just wanted to share an update. I had my HCG levels checked and the result was 1.20 U/L...
😢
I have an appointment this Friday, and I'm just hoping everything turns out okay...

Michael Long4 said:Just wanted to share an update. I had my HCG levels checked and the result was 1.20 U/L...
😢
I have an appointment this Friday, and I'm just hoping everything turns out okay...

"regarding those low positive numbers, lab results really depend on how sensitive the kits are and what kind of machine they're using (anything under 5 IU/L is usually considered negative)" -- I just did a quick Google search, so there's honestly no reason to panic, don't worry too much...

I used the Clearblue Compact test $9.00 and it popped up positive immediately, though it was already 38 days DC, which is like being 7 or 8 days late...

Yes, but it’s still negative...
I wanted this baby so much 😢
And on top of everything, I can't help worrying that there might be something serious going on...

HELP ME...... okay, so here's the deal. My last period was back on December 15th... and now it's already February 2nd. I'm dealing with this absolutely horrific, stinky discharge that is seriously killing me. As for spotting? Nothing at all. I haven't even taken a pregnancy test yet, but my period was already 15 days late last month, and now it’s late again. What should I do??

Zeno, honey, you should probably head over to the doctor... maybe grab a test while you're at it?

wiredcanyon48 said:HELP ME...... okay, so here's the deal. My last period was back on December 15th... and now it's already February 2nd. I'm dealing with this absolutely horrific, stinky discharge that is seriously killing me. As for spotting? Nothing at all. I haven't even taken a pregnancy test yet, but my period was already 15 days late last month, and now it’s late again. What should I do??

How can you be so reckless with your health?🤷

So, I just saw my OB-GYN and she told me I have ovarian cysts. She prescribed some progesterone capsules, which I've been taking for six days now, but my period still hasn't arrived...
Is there a specific thread where I could find more information on this?

So, I just got back from my appointment with the OBGYN. We ran some tests, and the initial result was negative, so no baby this time. Still, the doctor wants to be extra thorough, so they ordered a blood test and four different swabs just to cover all the bases. I won't actually know anything for sure until Monday. Just waiting on it now... :/

Michael Long4 said:Hi everyone. 😢
Well, I just took my third test in a row. Any guesses? It was negative... So that's it. Now I'm certain I'm not pregnant; three tests can't be wrong, right? I'm just feeling so down. My period still hasn't arrived, and I'm getting more and more anxious—especially today. Everything is getting under my skin, and I can't stop crying.
On top of that, my mother-in-law is driving me crazy with her nonsense. 🙂
She actually had the nerve to ask why I'm so on edge and suggested I go get my blood work done on Wednesday instead of tomorrow. I nearly lost it. Since when does she get to decide my schedule? Honestly...
Sorry, I just needed to vent a little.

Ugh, tell me about it. I just went to get my blood work done today, so now I have to sit around and wait until Monday. I am going to lose my mind. I haven't had my period in almost two months, yet the test came back negative. It's enough to make you want to scream. 🙂

slybadger99 said:Quick question for everyone—which test should I actually bother taking if I want a reliable result the day before my period is supposed to start?

Which one tends to be more sensitive?

I just grabbed the cheapest one at $8.25. Two days before my period was supposed to start, it showed two lines so dark they looked like a house! No doubt about it, nothing faded.

I was honestly a little shaken up. I even called my OB-GYN to make sure it wasn't some glitch, and he basically told me that once you get a positive, it’s almost never wrong. 😁