What is a Short Luteal Phase? | Luteal Phase Defect - Luteal Phase Symptoms

[@justwhistlinpixie]

I've been averaging about 10 days since I got off BC in December. But, the first month I started TTC, I had a luteal phase of only 8 days! What a bummer! I hope it's longer this month.

[@premomfertility]

If your luteal phase is always less than 10 days, we would suggest that you go to your doctor and have a check on your body. We hope your luteal phase will be back to where is was this month. Baby dust to you.

[@tima6775]

Do we go to our OBGYN for this checkup?

[@premomfertility]

Yes, of course. Before that, you can track your cycle by testing LH and/or temping BBT to better understand your cycle pattern.

[@TheAlexaDawn]

Can you do a video about short follicular phase?

[@premomfertility]

We can certainly pass this suggestion on to our team!

[@mexflex1]

Is this the same for spotting? Do you have a short luteal phase when you start spotting 6 days before you get your real period?

[@premomfertility]

Spotting 6 days before your period might indicate a shorter luteal phase, but it can vary for each person. It's a good idea to track your cycle and discuss with a healthcare provider if you're concerned. They can offer personalized advice based on your health and cycle. Take care!

[@elaineq9565]

​​@@premomfertilityi have a question about short luteal phase /luteal phase defect. Each time me and my husband has gotten pregnant we have implanted or had implamtation bleeding or spotting and a few hours later or a day later I start bleeding and getting my period each time 😢😢😢 so the doctor said we have had 3 early back to back chemical miscarriages. How can we fix the short luteal phase so we can keep a pregnancy to full term and when is it advised to start progesterone supplement to help with the low progesterone? And is a short luteal phase /luteal phase defect caused of progesterone deficiency and can be fixed when taking progesterone? And lastly does having a short luteal phase / luteal phase defect cause early chemical miscarriages? Also I just remember another question. Since we have started our chemical miscarriages pretty soon if not immediately after having a faint positive pregnancy test result and the started bleeding / getting my period for a 4 full days which it usually is it is like each of our embryos doesn't have enough time to fully implant before we lose them 😭. What can we do to keep the next pregnancy and aid in progesterone production and keep our luteal phase longer so we can ensure we won't have another chemical miscarriage again??

[@jenniferhernandez-p.7106]

Could I get pregnant during my luteal phase? I’m on day 21. Please let me know!

[@premomfertility]

Hi there! It is possible to get pregnant during your predicted luteal phase. Sperm can survive in the female reproductive tract for several days, so if ovulation occurs around day 21 and you have intercourse around that time or shortly after, pregnancy can occur.

[@DarshiniRawat]

Did u get pregnant

[@BrieleNix]

Does the day of ovulation count as the Luteal phase?

[@premomfertility]

No, the day of ovulation itself is not considered part of the luteal phase. Ovulation and the luteal phase are two distinct phases within the menstrual cycle. The luteal phase begins immediately after ovulation and lasts until the start of the next menstrual period. I hope this can be helpful.🧡🧡🧡

[@BrieleNix]

@@premomfertility thank you! so 11 days is considered normal because most babies implant between 6-10dpo?

[@christiehaessler4385]

My OB said progesterone hasn’t been proven to have an affect on the cycle and will not prescribe progesterone. Is LPD controversial? My LP is 7 days usually.

[@premomfertility]

Yeap! Different doctors are prone to different treatments. You may want to consult other experts for more comprehensive advice.

[@shelbyborden4373]

My luteal phase is consistently 10 days. Is this considered a defect?

[@premomfertility]

A normal luteal phase can last anywhere from 11 to 17 days. In most women, the luteal phase lasts 12 to 14 days. When the luteal phase lasts for 10 days or less, it is known as a short luteal phase or a luteal phase defect. A woman with a short luteal phase may have a harder time getting or staying pregnant. Her body will not have as much progesterone as a woman with a longer luteal phase. Do not hesitate to consult your OBGYN if need more assistance. Best wishes!

[@claudiaaegsidone]

I suspect I may have a short luteal phase, at least some months.

[@premomfertility]

Dear, the length of the luteal phase can vary from woman to woman, but it is typically between 11 to 17 days long. In most cases, the length of the luteal phase remains the same for each women, while the length of the menstrual cycle can vary. Here is a blog for your reference, hope you find it useful💜 premom.com/blogs/can-i-still-get-pregnant-with-a-short-luteal-phase/can-i-still-get-pregnant-with-a-short-luteal-phase?_pos=1&_sid=1c9200ca6&_ss=r

[@BrieleNix]

Does the day of ovulation count as the Luteal phase?

[@premomfertility]

No, the luteal phase begins immediately after ovulation and lasts until the onset of the next menstruation.