Expert panel: Conception

Hi, You have the same chances of falling pregnant this time as last time. Try not to get too stressed about it as this does not help. If you can fi...

Hi, More than likely you are experiencing irregularities with your menstrual cycle. You can visit your GP for further tests and advice that should ...

Hi, It may be worthwhile using a more secure form of contraception so that you can avoid all of these problems. If your period is late you do need ...

Hi, It is advisable for you not to use this packet and get some fresh pills. They may be fine but it is best not to risk it. Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, By pills do you mean Folic Acid Supplements? Pills and medications are not recommended in early pregnancy or when trying to conceive. The baby ...

Hi, THis is usually the most accurate and women find it easier to remember this date as conception date can be a day or two either side of intercou...

Hi, It can take a healthy couple up to 12 months to conceive, with an average of 6 months. Try not to worry just yet. Try to be healthy and relax a...

Hi, It may be worthwhile following up with a check with a gynaecologist. It is probably better to know sooner if you are going to need help again. ...

Hi, If you think that you may be pregnant it is advisable to do a pregnancy test. Otherwise your cycle may be irregular after coming of treatment. ...

Hi, More than likely it does not have any affect on this. If you are concerned it may be worthwhile stopping the throws for a few months to see if ...

Hi, You can chekc your temperature and also check your mucous changes as these are indications of ovulation. You can get a kit from your pharmacy t...

Hi, You period will probably return soon. These are all signs that something is happening but your body may take a little while to get back into a ...

Hi, I don’t think that the question has been published properly. Can you please re-send? Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, You will ovulate 14 days BEFORE your next period. So if you have shorter cycles you ovulate earlier. Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, Your cycle can be quite disrupted when you have had Depo and it can take several months to start having regular and normal periods. It is diffi...

Hi, It is best to wait until everyhting is all clear with this virus before falling pregnant. You can also discuss this with your GP who is treatin...

Hi, Everyone is different and the time does vary as to when periods return when breast feeding. If you are feeding quite frequently this will delay...

Hi, This can sometimes happen if you are still feeding. It is also advisable to do a pregnancy test. If you have not had regular periods it may be ...

Hi, It si still a mystery as to how a particular sex is conceived. THere are many variables associated with this and the timing of sex and concepti...

Hi, Sometimes there are a couple of months of irregular cycles when you stop taking the pill. It depends ont he type of pill that you were taking a...

Hi, I am sorry but it seems that the rest of your question has not come through. CAn you please try to resend? Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, When you feel ready you can start trying. Your body will recover very quickly from the miscarriage. Best wishes, Alex.

Hi, You may need to get some medical advice. Your hormone levels may be a bit irregular and you can have these checked with a blood test. It is adv...

Hi, The theory is if you try close to ovulation you are more likely to have a boy. This theory is not proven however, as there are many variables t...

Hi, Yes there is a risk. If you have a regular 28 day cycle you will ovulate on day 14 – around a week after your period finishes. Sperm can ...

Hi, If you think that you may be pregnant you need to do a pregnancy test. Your cycle seems to be a bit irregular so you may not be pregnant but ma...

Hi, If you are feeling well and ready to start trying again then it is fine to start. You don’t really need to worry about an LMP at this sta...

Hi, It can take a few months to get out of your system. Once you have regular periods this is an indication that your cycle is back to normal. Best...

Hi, If the condom has spermicide inside it then yes the sperm will die. Sperm can live for around 24 hours. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, It does sound as if you are expereincing problems. You need to visit your GP and get a referral to a specialist gynaecologist> then you will...