Looking for Answers Before Going to the Doctor

It might be your pill. I was on YAZ and had some symptoms. I am sorry to say that when I was first pregnant with our secont I did not show up pregnant in the home tests for a month. I was counting and had been doing very good at it. I am sorry to not be an encouragement to you.

What do you mean the pregnancy tests don't say you're 100% pregnant? Do you know that even if a light line comes up it means you are pregnant? You just have to read the box. Sometimes the "+" or "-" or whatever you are looking for is really faint, but it still means you are pregnant. Definitely read the box. It really sounds like you are pregnant. Maybe you should just make an app't and go get it confirmed with the doctor. Good luck!!

It sounds to me like you probably are. Especially since you just switched methods, and havent been on the pill that long. Plus, it really is important to take it every day at the same time. What I always did was put it under my contact case, so that every morning when I went to put my contacts in I would see that and take it.
And even if you aren't sure, you should always go to the doctor just in case. NEVER allow them to make you feel stupid for asking questions. Sometimes they do that, but if they do, just blow it off and ignore it. You are being smart by seeking medical advice.
And if you are, relax and enjoy your surprise from God. Our youngest was a complete surprise. At the time he was born I had a 7 1/2 year old and a 6 year old. We had thought we were done for sure, and I was all nervous about the changes in our lives. But he is the light of my life and I wouldn't have it any other way. Sometimes God knows you want something when you don't know you want it. I know it would be hard being a single mom of three instead of two, but there is help out there and your children are worth asking! IF you don't have a church yet, I suggest joining one you like. You will find a lot of support there, and it's great for you and the kids. I wish you all the best! God Bless you and your family.

R.,

I'm glad that you are looking for help here. You need to ignore Beth's "advice." That was very cruel of her.

Keep your doctor's appointment for Monday. Ask as many questions as you need to. That is what they are there for. If they do make you feel stupid, find another provider!

If you don't want to be pregnant and you aren't, talk to your doctor and ask about other forms of birth control that will work better for you.

The home tests are not always accurate. When I was pregnant with my son, I had a negative home test, and then later on I had a positive one, confirming what I already knew.

The milk seems like a dead ringer to me, but perhaps your hormones are screwed up from the IUD, and now off-and-on use with the Pill. You are going to the doctor on Monday, and that's really the only way you are going to know for sure. Try to keep your mind off of things this weekend (easier said than done, I know!!), and don't waste your money trying 12 different home tests. ;-) Good luck.

If you choose to be sexually active, and don't want more kids, you and your partner have to work on finding a birth control method that suits you better. Use your doctor's appointment as a time to discuss this, too. When I was on the Pill, I took it at lunch everday. (It not only has to be taken everyday, but at the same time everyday.) Others set cell phone alarms, or leave the pill pack out where they will see it everyday. It's worth investigating other methods, too. The Nuvaring and the Patch only have to be changed once a week. The Depro Provera shot is once every 3 months. Perhaps a method you use only at the time of intercourse (condom or diaphram) would be a good choice. There are a lot of options out there--good luck!

Lastly, if you don't like how you are being treated at your clinic, find another to go to. Any health professional worth seeing should be HAPPY to answer your questions.

First of all, Beth P, SHAME on you! Second of all, R., you deserve to have your questions answered in a respectful manner!
You said that the Dr.'s office treats you like you are stupid because you ask questions. They are being disrespectful if they do indeed treat you like that. Remember, there are NO stupid questions!
In my experience, even if the result on the pregnancy test is faint, it's still a positive test. Do you think you are pregnant? Mom's intuition is often right.
Do you have a good support system? Any family or friends that you can depend on? Having 2 kids and being pregnant is hard work! Don't be afraid to ask for help!
R., I pray that God blesses your little family. I want you to know that you are precious and you have alot to give to your kids.

Hello:)
I won't comment on your question about being pregnent, but I do want to say that if the nurses treat you like you're stupid or if they act annoyed by your questions, then I would say that it would be a good time to change doctors. It is your body, your health and you should feel comfortable asking any daggon questions you want to ask. And further more, they should be encouraging you to ask questions. Just my 2 cents.
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Hi R.
It is diffentaly possiable for you to be pregnant. I got pregnant while takeing the pill Everyday without forgetting. I would stop taking the pill and use another form of birth control until you find out for sure if you are or not. Good Luck