NanceXToo Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Ok, so, I always used to get my period around the third week of the month- the actual day varied somewhat but on average maybe around the 23rd to 25th, give or take a few days. In June, I found out I was pregnant, but it ended up being ectopic and at the very end of June, I had to have a shot to end the pregnancy. (June 28th). About a week later, around July 9th or 10th, I got what seemed like a period. The doctor said that probably wasn't really a period, even though it seemed just like one- lasted about six days, then stopped. Then pretty much exactly a month later, on August 9th I got a period again. Lasted about 6 days and stopped, like a normal period. I started thinking maybe my cycle got changed up due to the ectopic and that I'd get my period earlier in the month from then on and that I'd get it around September 9th or 10th. But now it's 9/17 and I haven't gotten it yet this month. Is it probably just reverting back to normal at this point and I'll get it in a few days? I have had some PMS-y moments on and off over the past week. I took a pg test just in case like 2 days ago and it was negative. Is it normal to fluctuate a bit like this for a while after a miscarriage or ectopic...? I'd like to start TTC again now so I hope this is just a matter of things getting back to normal and that it'll come the third week of this month sometime like it always used to, and that this isn't a sign of some sort of problem. Just wondering if anyone else had a similar experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ria Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Yes, it's quite normal for it to fluctuate under those circumstances. :grouphug: As for it coming the 3rd week of the month, who knows? Your body will get back into a normal cycle but it might not be the same schedule as before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted September 17, 2011 Author Share Posted September 17, 2011 Thanks, Ria! Well, at least one out of 48 people who opened this thread could offer some reassurance lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seraphina Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I had a miscarriage many years ago and it took about 5 months for my cycle to get back to normal. Sorry you had to go through this :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda in VT Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 My miscarriage (for a blighted ovum, so it wasn't even traumatic) completely threw my cycles for a loop. I had one or two and then they just stopped. Not being a patient person, I gave it 9 months and then consulted an OB-GYN, who put me on Clomid. My twins were born 9.5 months later. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted September 17, 2011 Author Share Posted September 17, 2011 Oh man. I hope mine don't just stop. I can't even tell you the last time I WANTED to get my period, but right now I'm hoping it would just come already and that everything will be normal so I can try again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I experienced cycle goofiness for 4-5 months following a m/c. :grouphug: I hope things straighten out quickly for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joules Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 It was usually three months for me to get back on a schedule (but not the same one.) The doctor told me I could start trying again after three months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica_in_Switzerland Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I had some longer cycles immediately following my miscarriages, but things eventually settled back down to my normal cycle length of 34-35 days. You might want to take a look at the book Taking Charge of Your Fertility to learn how to chart your cycle and get a better feel for when to expect your period, when to know if it's a "real" period (that is, a period following an ovulation, as opposed to breakthrough bleeding without ovulation) and better time your... attempts... to correspond to your fertile times so that you can get back to TTC as soon as you are ready. Doctors vary on their advice, but most want you to have one "normal" cylce before starting to TTC again. Since you've had two periods since your miscarriage, the second was probably a "real" period and you are probably free to TTC if your doc is on board with that! Best of luck. I am so sorry about your miscarriage. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East Coast Sue Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 My cycle was "confused" for two months after a miscarriage. It did return to normal but it was really unsettling for me :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WiseOwlKnits Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Mine took a while to get back on track after my ectopic. My first "normal" period after my ectopic was the 3rd month afterward. I also got pg that month with my DS. I hope you have similar luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenC3 Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 (edited) Nance, I had my m/c at 10 weeks in mid July. My cycle returned in mid August and now mid Sept. It was previously in the beginning of the month. My cycles have always been crazy clockwork. You can begin ttc anytime after. I know they say 3 months, but iI have several friends who got pg the month after, 3 actually, and all were FT pgs. We're still undecided about ttc. I had a tough m/c. I'm also 38 btw. Edited September 17, 2011 by JenC3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbridgeacademy Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Very normal to hit and miss, and jump around after a pregnancy/miscarriage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpe Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 My cycles were wacky for 6 months, 3 months, and 19 months after my miscarriages. I was very stressed with the last one and that made it much worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I never got a period after my miscarriage before getting pregnant again with ds 13. Seems as if you got two periods and now not. On another note, then my periods have been goofy the past five years while I wanted to conceive (got pregnant twice, though, but they took 7-9 months to happen). Take care, Nancy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chepyl Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I am sorry you have to go through this, I don't know specifically after a miscarriage; but it rook a year to get back to any normal cycle after both of my kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluechicken Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I am sorry you are waiting on your period. I would be going nuts! I have no advice, just couldn't read and not respond. I hope AF shows up soon and the TTC can commence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmichigan Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 Nance, I had my m/c at 10 weeks in mid July. My cycle returned in mid August and now mid Sept. It was previously in the beginning of the month. My cycles have always been crazy clockwork. You can begin ttc anytime after. I know they say 3 months, but iI have several friends who got pg the month after, 3 actually, and all were FT pgs. We're still undecided about ttc. I had a tough m/c. I'm also 38 btw. I was told 3 "normal" cycles because of the Methotrexate, it can drain your folate levels and increase the risk of neural tube defects if you get pregnant to soon afterwards. Without Methotrexate you are still encouraged to wait at least 2 "normal" cycles after an ectopic pregnancy so I can understand why you are hesitant and anxious to get on with ttc, I hope your cycle staightens out soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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