Best time to take an ovulation test | ++Ovulation testing tips!

[@tracerhax7817]

Hello, I usually have my periods around 10th of the month but I was intimate with a guy but he didn't penetrate and he ended up doing it on my lower belly. I went and cleaned myself And then after half an hour or so we went for round 2 but he didn't pop that time.... But it's 16th today and I haven't had my period yet (6 days late), I did have some pain that I have on the exact date but that's it, nothing else, no discharge or anything. I'm worried and would that be possible that I've conceived?

[@premomfertility]

Based on your description, the risk of pregnancy seems low, especially since there was no penetration. However, sperm can potentially cause pregnancy if it comes into contact with the vaginal area. Here are a few possibilities for your delayed period: 1. Stress: Worrying about a potential pregnancy can delay your period. 2. Cycle Variability: It’s normal for menstrual cycles to vary due to stress, diet, or other factors. 3. Hormonal Changes: These can cause period delays or symptoms without menstruation. If you're worried about pregnancy, taking a home pregnancy test can help ease your mind. If your period doesn't arrive soon or you have other concerns, consider consulting a healthcare professional.

[@tracerhax7817]

@@premomfertility thanks for the response, it was just a delayed period.... happened today

[@SecretsTaylor]

Your explanation of the optimal time to take an ovulation test was incredibly clear and practical. It’s so helpful to know the importance of timing and hydration for accurate results

[@kyrachanel60]

Heyy i know I’m a month late but I have a genuine question. So my normal period is usually medium flow very consistent and the discharge is usually bright red and lasts about 5-6 days. Now for some reason like 3 days ago I started spotting a day before my period in which I was like that’s normal the spotting isn’t little dots but it’s very light almost like light flow kinda bleeds through the panty liner but there was no sign of blood clots and also no sign of new blood so basically when I would wipe the first day I noticed it was light pink then reddish pinkish then the second day was pink reddish pinkish then red when I would wipe but rusty brown on my panty liner. also I didn’t get cramps ether and the flow is very very inconsistent barely anything coming out when it would it seemed like old blood because there was barely a bright red blood on my panty liner. This lasted for about 3 days today makes day 4 and I only have brown discharge only but when I would wipe still small amount of light pink. I know usually when I only get brown discharge on my panty liner that my dishcharge is more so going to turn back to normal I have a feeling the isn’t my period but I want your advice do you think this is a period or implantation bleeding?

[@premomfertility]

From your description, it sounds like it could be implantation bleeding. The absence of your usual menstrual flow and cramps, along with the light and inconsistent bleeding, does lean slightly towards implantation bleeding. If you suspect pregnancy, wait a few more days and take a pregnancy test. Your first-morning urine can give the most accurate result as it’s the most concentrated.

[@kyrachanel60]

@@premomfertility yea I figured this has never even happened before I was so confused. Especially since today my discharge went right back to normal and usually when I’m on my cycle it takes even longer for my discharge to go normal again. Especially the light flow only lasting three days I think what really gave it away was me barely seeing any clots or any new blood. While also having the reddish pinkish discharge along with rusty brown. So I will definitely take a test in a few days to see should I take a regular test or you know those pregnancy test that can detect hcg earlier then usual? Should I take those first ? I don’t know if I would even have enough hcg to take a regular one in a few days what if it’s negative because it’s too early ?