Hi, I'm new to the forum. My wife and I have decided to seek medical help for our infertility. We have two boys, but have been trying for a third child for over 5 years. As near as we can tell, we have actually had a few pregnancies, but they seem to miscarriage before 2 months. It can be hard to tell, and my wife doesn't want to know due to the pain of loss. Does anyone else have experience with multiple early miscarriages like this? I think it best to do some research before seeing the doctor, so we know what to ask, and what to look for.
Finally, we have put off seeking medical help for years. My advice to any other couple that might be delaying things like we did - it isn't worth it. Life is too short. Make the sacrifice, whether it be in money or relationship capitol, to treat it earlier.
Looking forward to a new baby
Matt
If your wife is under 35, start her on a regimen of charting her cycles for six months. You can even help! Many members in this community use and recommend "Taking Charge of Your Fertility" by Toni Weschler. Charting the basal body temperatures, among other fertility signs, would tell her if she is in fact having chemical pregnancies (early miscarriages) or really late, irregular ovulations. If conception hasn't occurred within those six months of charting, take those charts to the doctor. Sharing the charts can go along way in helping an RE in determining the types of tests to do and which ones would be unnecessary. Good luck and keep us posted.