Forum Pregnancy tests, ovulation and ovulation tests

When should I test?

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DierendsGuest ·
Hi everyone,

I stopped the pill in June and got my period for the first time again in mid-July. We really want to go for it! According to the 'Mijn Kalender' app, today is the day I should get my period, but there's (almost) nothing. I understand that periods can be irregular in the first few months, so I'm not holding out too much hope. But here's the next thing:

Last Thursday, I woke up early because of stomach pain/nausea. I was also feeling a bit nauseous on a few occasions in the days before. On Thursday evening, I noticed a light pink color when wiping with toilet paper. Yesterday and today, I've had moments where I sometimes see some pink/brown discharge, but also moments where there's nothing visible. This could of course be the start of my period, but I don't remember it ever being like this, and last month - when I was on my period - it wasn't like that either. It could of course also be implantation bleeding.

When do you recommend testing if my period doesn't continue in the coming days? I've already got a test at home, just in case.

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  1. proud_mommy #2

    It could be irregular. But otherwise, just try it on the day you expect your period, and if it's negative, try again in a week. It varies from person to person. Some people ovulate earlier, others later. Good luck!

  2. Dierends started this #3

    @proud_mommy
    So that would be today then Since the app says I should get my period today (with a 28-day cycle). Would you recommend testing tomorrow, considering this cycle might be longer than 28 days...?

  3. Moedertjuh #4

    I also had some bleeding a few days before my period actually started in the first couple of months after stopping the pill. It’s related to coming off the pill. But of course, you could still be pregnant. Unfortunately, the symptoms of coming off the pill can mimic pregnancy symptoms. You could always test already, or wait a few more days. Anyway, good luck!

  4. proud_mommy #5

    Look, those symptoms can also be due to coming off the pill. I’d try a cheap test. Or you could wait a week.

  5. Sanne Guest #6

    I don't get what's holding you back! Test!!!! Hahaha
    Just a cheap test

  6. Dierends #7

    Tested this morning - unfortunately negative.
    Please let my period kick in soon so we can officially move on to round 2.

  7. Moedertjuh #8

    Yeah, definitely! That waiting is so exhausting. Good luck in the next round!

  8. Dierends #9

    @Clautjuh Thank you so much The waiting is indeed exhausting.

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