My last period was August 16th. (The first day) We started trying a week after I stopped. My next period is due Sept 13th. For the last week, I have been congested, and gained 2 pounds. I know it's to soon to start gaining weight. I've also had heart burn, and I've been having a hard time sleeping. I just don't want to take a test to soon, and get a negative test. I would be devistated!!!
2006-09-08 11:00:38 · 23 answers · asked by Christina 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
Its your first month of trying, there is no reason to become devistated if it does not work the first time. It may take many times but it will work out, so just have fun while you are trying.
The weight gain and heart burn could be from being nervous/excited about the test results, this could also be exactly why you are not sleeping well.
This does not mean that you are not pregnant, but it is far too early for any signs or symptoms to be showing, so I would stop mistaking other things for pregnancy.
Unfortunatly being pregnant and trying to become pregnant is full of waiting, which is an even more diffacult time to have patiants because everything can be so exciting. It's hard, but you just have to wait. I would suggest not taking the pregnancy test until at least 2-3 days after your period is due if you do not get your period. This will save you money on the test and save you from the negative that really wont tell you either way if you are or are not pregnant. More than likly, it is too early and either way, you will still get a negative result due to the hormones being undetectable at this point. Good luck.
2006-09-08 11:06:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you will be devistated then I would suggest not taking the test until Sept 13th or even the 14th. However, the newer tests can detect pregnancy as early as 5 days before your missed period so that would be now.
Good Luck!
2006-09-08 11:03:37 · answer #2 · answered by ChemGeek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can take it as early as the first day of your missed period. There are some test out on the market which i have personally used with excellent results. First Response Pregnancy Test. This one can be used as early as five days before your missed period so that would be around the 8th or 9th of the month. a more accurate result can be obtained by taking a blood test at your local Planned Parenthood or Family planning clinics. they run about 15-35 dollars. Good Luck.
2006-09-08 11:04:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My first day of my last period was Aug 13th we started trying on the 26th - 31st. I couldn't wait either because my breasts are sore and I too have put on two pounds. The test was negative! and it was the first responce early detect kind. It does not mean that I am not pregnant but just that I tried too soon. I will try again on the 10th or the 12th. Just wait a little longer.
2006-09-08 13:29:41 · answer #4 · answered by LondonLou 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have that first response pregnancy test now and it says the 2nd after your missed period.On most of the others you can take it 5 days after your missed period.Good luck ! I would consult a doctor about the congestion and heart burn though!Don't forget to take folic acid if you are trying to get pregnant.Take care! One other thing is please don't pressure your about getting pregnant.It will happen when it will happen.Just have some fun tryin!
2006-09-08 11:12:22 · answer #5 · answered by lisababyg ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take one now and if it comes out negative I would go to the hospital and have a blood test done that is what I did and I was in fact three weeks along. and you can not get prenatal care soon enough if you are not up for that start taking prenatal pills you can get them over the counter now and they will not hurt you if you are not ......then take a test around the thirteenth.......GOOD LUCK
2006-09-08 11:08:29 · answer #6 · answered by thunder_rainclouds 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know the ept works rather fast!!! And I guess I would rather know now and if it is negative than keeps trying. Did you know a woman can only get pregnant one day per month? It is usually the 15th day after the first day of your period. So I tried the 14th, 15th and 16th day. It worked for me!!!!!!
2006-09-08 11:04:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
3-5 days before your period. I believe they can do a blood test earlier.
2006-09-08 11:18:57 · answer #8 · answered by Greg P 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait one more week, your wishful thinking is making you imagine these "symptoms" before they would actually appear in a pregnancy.
Don't be disheartened if you don't get pregnant this first month, rarely does it happen when you first try, but sometimes it does. Good luck.
2006-09-08 11:03:40 · answer #9 · answered by finaldx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I'm really not sure about one at a doctor's office but i'm pretty sure the e.p.t. brand pregnancy tests advertises that you can find out 5 days before your missed period. I'm pretty positive it's e.p.t., purple box.
2006-09-08 11:02:58 · answer #10 · answered by Christine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋