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trying to conceive for 8 months ????

I've been trying to conceive for 8 months I've got two children already and caught quickly with them but now I'm struggling. I'm putting a lot of pressure on myself and every month I'm so disappointed seeing another negative pregnancy test. I did have an emergency csection with my 2nd do you think this could be the reason? I've just ordered a home sperm count test for my husband to do but I don't think it's him.

6 Answers • 8 years ago


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I've had two surgeries for both my girls and neither of them did I have any problems conceiving. This time its been 3 months and still I am not pregnant... So knowing this I would say its not that you had a previous surgery. Its got to be something else like the pressure your putting on yourself.

8 years ago


I also think it's the stress you are putting on yourself. Try doing things that will help relieve stress. I've recently began working out again ( lightly). I also began meditation yesterday. I know rather soon but i'm hoping it helps relieve my anxiety. Try not to worry so much and let it happen as naturally as possible. Your body can sense your tension.

8 years ago


I have read studies that suggest that some women stop ovulating because of stress which is then the cause of their inability to conceive. If you are ovulating then I doubt stress is the cause for your not having conceived yet. The c section is not the culprit either. I simply think one has to understand that many of our eggs are not optimal, especially when getting older. There is only a 20% for conception every cycle even in healthy couples. So I def wouldn't worry at this point. It's an annoying situation for sure but give it another 5 months with good timing, good nutrition, and vitamins and see what happens. After that you might want to take a trip to the dr for advice. For now I wish you good luck, energy, and patience. Best wishes.

8 years ago


Trying to conceive can be very stressful. I know it's easier said than done. I have been trying for 10 months now and feel frustrated and sad every month too. Don't be so hard on yourself. I don't think your c-section has anything to do with it. Have your husband get a semen analysis done at a clinic- they aren't that expensive and it may help to shed some light on everything - at least you can rule that out, you know? Good luck and best wishes.


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8 years ago


I also have two children aged 9 and 8 and caught very quickly with them. I have been trying to conceive number 3 for nearly two years! So I know how you feel it's strange and I keep wondering if it was something to do with my 2nd birth also. Anyway good luck I hope it happens soon for you! X

8 years ago


I feel your pain this was my 7th month ttc and im not 10 dpo today but got bfn :( I feel like im going insane i used to be able to get preg easy altho holding on to them was always my problem ,, good luck hun xx

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