struggling getting pregnant

Hi guys I have a question my partner and I have been trying for a baby for the last 5-6 months and in that time I’ve had one miscarriage and also I’m finding we aren’t getting anywhere no matter how hard we are trying.My period is off putting by coming late and making us hope it’s happened but no result.

I was just wondering if I could get some advice on what seems to help a bit better and also whether my partner and I should get checked to see if either of us have a problem having children.As I know my health is not in the best shape.

Some advice and support would be greatly appreciated:))

[Purpledoggy]

While there may be a problem, 5-6 months is no time at all to have been trying, especially as you have managed to conceive. How quickly to seek help now would depend on your age-the NHS now recommends seeing your GP after a year of trying if under 36, sooner if 36+, and straight away if over 40. So, you probably need to give it a bit longer unless you’re on the older side. There are private blood tests like AMH and FSH you could look into now, and if really anxious book a private scan. Hopefully things will happen for you without needing any help xx

[WillowPark]

Hi, I agree with PurpleDoggy, 5-6 months is not long at all, particularly if you have conceived once in that time already, which is a really good indicator things are working for you both. I would make sure your stress levels are low (stress mid-month makes my period a few days late), get your health in best shape possible and just keep trying until the year mark. Taking multi-vitamins, eating healthily, no alcohol etc will all potentially help but it might just be you need a little time. Good luck x

[Hidden]

I’m a little confused as 4 months ago you posted to say you took emergency contraception - unless I’m reading it wrong, apologies if I am. But regardless, 5-6 months isn’t that long, if you’re over 35 it’s worth having some basic tests, but like others say - getting healthy is super important.

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Hidden. It can take up to three months, sometimes longer for your ctvle to return to what is normal for you, following a miscarriage, so if it’s not right after then, pop and see your GP. Hope all soon settles. Diane