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Q: How Long Should I Wait After...

asked by: toothclnr81 on August 6th, 2004

New User

My husband and I would like to start a family with in the next year. I am currently taking ortho trycyclen- lo and have been on it for 5 years. I have never missed a pill. Before I was on bcp's, my periods were very regualr- like 28 days to the hour. It was nice. How long should I wait after finishing a pack off pills to try and concieve? Do I need to wait a month to get the hormones out of my system? (just a wives tale that I heard) also, I know that some people take pre-natals before the concieve- how soon should I be taking these before trying to concieve. I know I don't have to, but anything I can do to help the baby- i'm all for it. Thanks for the advice. :d

Replies(5)

Kia

replied on August 6th, 2004

Moderator

The recommended is usually wait about 3 months to be sure your menstrual cycle has kicked in properly and so you get an idea of when you are fertile.
Start taking folic acid anytime soon if you are coming off birth control and avoid vitamin supplements with vitamin a as this can contribute to birth defects - its best to choose a proper ante/pre natal type.

minerwater522

replied on August 6th, 2004

New User

And I have heard you don't have to wait...
You can start right awayl...Just some people take a little longer because they were on the pill.

Check with your doctor always to be sure.

Kia

replied on August 6th, 2004

Moderator

Sure there is nothing to say you can't try straight away but the recommended is about 3 months to ensure your emnstrual cycle has kicked back in properly and so you have a reasonable idea of when you are ovulating.

Sadler1021

replied on August 6th, 2004

Experienced User

It's up to you like the ladies above said. You can get pregnant by just missing one pill during the course of taking them, so if you want to start right away, go ahead. But, as for the prenatal pills they recommend you start taking folic acid supplements like 3 months ahead of you trying to have a baby. However, like the bcp, its up to you... Just as long as you do take the vitamins to ensure a healthy baby, you can start whenever you like. Good luck on everything! Lots of baby wishes for you! Wink

PattyV

replied on August 12th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

Get Stareted!!

I've known women who were on the original pills and some took time,but one lady never made it to her first cycle!Just depends if your body is ready or not.Good luck to you and have fun trying!!Patty

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