Possibility of pregnancy?

[Astrid4564]

My period is generally somewhat irregular. Meaning that although I don't get it every month, I generally get it every 2 or 3 months. I haven't had it for the past 2 months, so I'm due to have it this month. I usually get it around the 19/20/that week.

I had unprotected sex last night. I'm just wondering the chances of me getting pregnant.

[mahailasmommy]

well its harder to tell with irregular periods. but depending on your cycle you usally ovualte about 2 weeks after your menstral cycle. so it would be possible but most likely not considering your due for a menstral anyday now. good luck

[JoyRenee]

Actually it is a common misconception that you ovulate 2 weeks after a period. That is only true for women with a typical 28-day cycle. In reality you ovulate 2 weeks BEFORE your period. The time between ovulation and your next period is called the "luteal phase" and lasts on average 14 days. That is why women are told to wait 2 weeks from the time of ovulation to take a pregnancy test. ;-)

Your chances of conceiving really depend on whether or not you were ovulating. There is only a 24-48 hour of opportunity for you to conceive in a given cycle. So because your cycles are much longer than normal your chances of conceiving are not as great.

It's not impossible to conceive, unless you're not ovulating. Do you know why you're so irregular?

[Astrid4564]

No. I've been irregular since I started having my period.

I wouldn't really be concerned, but I just feel off. Some women say they know that they're pregnant the minute it happens.

I'm aware that it could/probably is psychosomatic, and the fact that I want to be pregnant, even though I know I'm not ready (I'm only 19) play a role in how I feel. But I have a feeling I'll be unsettled about it until I can take a test in a few weeks.

[JoyRenee]

Well you can take that test 2 weeks from the time you had unprotected sex for an accurate reading. I recommend First Response.

I know how hard it is to be young and want a baby. But it's refreshing to hear you know you're not ready just yet. I hope that in the future, when the time is right, you have all the babies you want.

[Astrid4564]

Joy, thank you so much for your support. I'm just really scared right now, and I'm berating myself for having unprotected sex. "In the heat of the moment"" is never an excuse, and I should know that. But I guess I need to hold off on the worrying until I know for sure. Easier said than done.

[JoyRenee]

As I have to tell myself, after I've done something I regret, "There's nothing I can do about it now but just wait." No matter the outcome you'll do just fine!