clock kits

So my hubby and I have been ttc for a long time now (4 years). I was on clomid for about 6 months last year (miscarried very early on a year ago, 2nd month of clomid). Then I found out the OBGYN I had been seeing for years was getting out of the OB business and going to a different field. Anyhow, I haven't been seen by anyone since November. I have a history of endometriosis, ovarian cysts, irregular periods and dysplasia. My husband and I have both been checked though and told there is no reason that we can not conceive. Now, all that being said, when I was on clomid my periods were like clock work. For the first few months off clomid they were still regular. But now, I haven't had a period since April 7. I've taken HPT and they come back negative, btw. I am considering using an ovulation kit (predictor?). Will they work for me if I am irregular? Do you have a recommended brand? If it matters, I am 29, he is 31.

Thanks!

Hi - I got preg pretty quickly using ovulation kits.

Ovulation kits come in sets of 7 or for one month. If your periods are irregular, I'd suggest buying a month's worth. They're only about 12$ a box for (7 days) at Wal-Mart. I used both Answer and ClearBlue, and found that Answer worked better (for me at least).

They are used like pregnancy tests. Just pee on it first thing in the morning. When you get two pink lines, it means that you should ovulate within 24 to 48 hours. The tests detect a hormone that is released just prior to the egg releasing. If you want to be sure, keep testing after you get your first positive test (when the pink line is no longer present, you have ovulated). I kept testing, to be sure, and had intercourse everyday I had 2 pink lines.

If you and your husband have been screened for fertility, and have both passed, it may simply be a matter of timing.

Also, speak to your OB/GYN about your luteal phase (the period of time after you ovulate to the first day of your period). If it is less than 10 days, your body is not allowing an egg to implant properly before triggering a period. You should be some sort of hormone therapy to extend your luteal phase so you can carry to full term. (I'd ask your doc about that.)

I'm sorry that your doc is changing practices. Talk to other patients, even nurses and see who they recommend you visit next. Good luck and baby dust wishes to you and your hubby!

I would go ahead and use the OPKs... here is a great brand, http://www.babycreation.com

also, your thyroid tsh needs to be between 1 and 2, anything under 5 is 'normal' but it has to be between 1 and 2 to get pregnant and carry to term... even if your dr. told you your tsh was 'normal' i would insist on the number to be sure it is between 1 and 2.. (one in 5 woman have this problem and dont know it, me for one... when my tsh finally got between 1 and 2 my cycles went from 40-45 to 28 days every month.. your other symptoms are symptoms of thyroid issues too)

here is a great site: http://www.twoweekwait.com

good luck!!

I also had very irregular AF. I would skip 3-5 months at a time. I went to my ob/gyn and he put me on a provera regimen. I've been using it for two months and I now have a 28 day cycle. I take the provera CD 14-28. It works great!!! I used the OPK's when I was irregular and it can become exspensive when you testing every day for months. My best recommendation is for you to find a new OB doctor. You need for your cycle to be more regular.......more chances to concieve. An OPK doesnt guarantee a pregnancy. I once got a positive OPK and had sex, didnt get pregnant, and had to wait four months for another try. Not saying this will happen to you but you get the picture of how a regular cycle helps. As for the OPK brand, I use "answer" brand. It's a 20 count pack. I wish you luck sweetie!!!