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I am 18 and had sex for the first time a couple of weeks ago two nights in a row. We used a condom both times and checked for breaks, even going as far as pouring water into the used condom to be sure. We found no leakage, but I am a day late for my usually regular period. I use a period planning app and we were intimate on days that were projected as fertile for me, but the only way I would have had vaginal contact with semen is if the condom broke. We never once went in without one or got his penis close to my vagina when he had preejaculate. I had my normal PMS symptoms earlier last week such as increased appetite, mood swings, and mild cramps, but have yet to start. There was a slight tenderness of my nipples which is pretty uncommon for me, though it is a period symptom for some. I have been peeing frequently, but I think it's because I'm really on edge and continuously checking for any sight of blood. My breasts feel a little bigger, but I could also be psyching myself out; I am very paranoid and worried. I was not on any birth control and I don't plan to have sex again until I am, due to the stressful and worrying fear of not knowing like now. I was very stressed due to finals at the beginning of the month, and my last period carried over into this month a day or two longer than usual. It was also a heavier and longer period than usual in general. I've researched a lot and know I am most likely late due to the fact that I'm stressing and worrying about it so much, but I would like some advice to help put me at ease. I know I'm not very late yet, but I'm just very scared because I don't know how I could cope with a pregnancy at this time in my life. When should I worry enough to take a test and how many should I take to be sure that I'm ok?
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So today I’m 2 weeks late and I’ve been cramping and gassy. Me and my boyfriend used protection everytime we had intercourse but I’m starting to worry. My last period started on the 4th of March and it’s now April 22. What do I do. Oh and I’ve also traveled overseas to Australia right after I got off my period. I left March 22 and got back the 27th
April 22, 2019 - 2:24pmThis Comment
Hello Anon
Travel is the most likely culprit for your delay but a pregnancy test would be accurate by now so take a test for reassurance.
April 22, 2019 - 3:56pmBest,
Susan
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Hi just want to ask. I am 6 days late tomorrow will be the 7 days my boyfriend and i had intercourse thrice with condom but no leakage and once (safe) on dec 18 and my expected period is dec 20 but I dont know why I am late with my period. The last time I got my period is 1 day early but now I am late. Am I pregnant ? I have'nt try using PT because I'm scared of the result.
January 26, 2018 - 5:37amThis Comment
I am on my third pack of birth control. I take it religiously at the same time every day. I have never been more than 30 minutes late in taking the pill. My partner and I also use condoms every time. None have broken to our knowledge. I am a couple days late for my period. Could I be pregnant or is this a natural fluctuation in my cycle/my body getting used to the hormonal birth control? Thank you!!
October 18, 2017 - 2:12pmThis Comment
Hey.
October 18, 2017 - 7:31amMy boyfriend and I had protected sex on the 7th of October and as of today (18th) I'm a week late for my period. we're positive that the condom didn't break. although I have bee stressing too much because exams and I was recently hurt. So should I take a test or is it just a case of irregular periods?
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Hello Anon
Take a test to rule out pregnancy. If negative, put it down to stress.
October 18, 2017 - 1:42pmBest,
Susan
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Hello,
October 8, 2017 - 8:34amSo about 4 weeks ago (15 -17 sep) me and my girlfriend had sex and again 1 week later and both times we used a condom. For the past 2 weeks, she said she had on off cramps but it was tolerable cramps. She doesnt have the very common pregnancy symptoms other than the occasional cramps but she is 6 days late already. This isnt the first time where her period was late (last period was 3 days late) but im just worried that she could be pregnant. We are having some deadlines to meet recently so it may have affected her but im just really worried as we are not ready to have a child yet.
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Hello Anon
If you are using condoms then it's likely that stress could be causing the delay.
October 9, 2017 - 2:56pmA pregnancy test should be taken, however, to rule it out.
Best,
Susan
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Hi, so me and my gf had sex about 3 weeks ago and again 2 weeks ago. Both times we used a condom and there was no breakage but shes 4 days late. We have been going through projects and exams for the past week but is there any chance she is pregnant?
October 6, 2017 - 7:22amThis Comment
Hello Anon
October 6, 2017 - 1:58pmVery unlikely that is is pregnant - stress can delay periods.
However, a pregnancy test can let you know for sure.
Best,
Susan
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