The long wait before getting pregnant
You and your partner have decided that you want to start a family. That time is very exciting and you literally can’t wait for the day the baby is born. But the reality is, of course, that it will be nine months before a baby is born and the time before conception could be months. What are you going to do before that time comes?
In short, take action and be patient. First of all, visit your gynecologist to advise you how long the effect of the contraceptive you are taking will last once you stop taking it. When you stop taking the birth control pill, you could become pregnant almost immediately. Of course, this differs from woman to woman, as some take around a month or more. With Mirena you could get pregnant after a month.
If you do not experience regular periods, you will need to monitor this. However, if your gynecologist confirms that your reproductive system is healthy, it is better not to worry. It may take you a little longer to conceive because your cycle is irregular, but just because it’s irregular doesn’t mean you’re not ovulating. Your body may work differently than someone else’s and there is nothing wrong with that. It just means that you will have to be a little more patient.
In the meantime, it’s a good idea to take care of your body and overall health. You have to prepare your body to welcome a new human being, so make sure you get all the nutrition you can to give that little human a good start in life. Start by taking folic acid supplements every day and eat your fruits and vegetables. You can also take a multivitamin at this stage if you can’t get all the nutrients you need. Avoid alcoholic beverages and any unnecessary medications. Stop smoking. Reduce your caffeine intake and drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated. Enjoy light exercises but avoid heavy or excessive exercises.
After a year of trying to conceive and nothing has happened, it is advisable to go to a fertility clinic. The fertility specialist will perform a series of tests to determine what might be the cause of your infertility. Once it has been diagnosed, you can venture with the plan of action recommended by the fertility doctor.
Whatever your plan of action when trying to get pregnant, it’s important to stay calm and avoid stress. It can happen at any time.