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icantthinkofanothernewname · 03/06/2019 21:15

Late periods.
I'm now on CD37 and there is still no sign of AF.
She usually arrives between days 27-31 and has never been this late before.
I've done 3 pregnancy tests since Friday and they are all negative.
I'm not on any contraception... I chart using an app and use protection or abstain during fertile window.
I'm 37 and have been regular up until now. I'm fairly healthy, but a bit overweight... size 18 so not massive but big enough.

Any ideas??

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icantthinkofanothernewname · 03/06/2019 21:59

Anyone?

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Aquamarine1029 · 03/06/2019 22:04

I don't know what it could be, but due to your age, I would be very wary of not using any contraception aside from condoms if you really don't want a baby. As you get older, especially when overweight as well, your hormone levels can suddenly be all over the place and knowing when you're fertile can be a massive guessing game. You might be on the verge of peri-menopause. How have you been feeling otherwise?

PlanBea · 03/06/2019 22:09

Do you measure your basal body temperature or just use an app? The apps that stand alone are based on the rhythm method and unreliable. You could be 'late' due to a number of reasons, stress, diet, starting towards menopause. To tell of you're actually late or on a longer cycle involves understanding when you've ovulated.
Get a copy of Taking Charge of Your Fertility and a thermometer, it will save so many worries down the line!

icantthinkofanothernewname · 03/06/2019 22:15

Thanks ladies

I use the natural cycles app... it's a certified contraceptive app where you record basal temperature and also take LH tests when prompted to.
I didn't measure enough this cycle to get an exact ovulation date due to a number of reasons... but we gave each other a wide berth for a couple of weeks so it is possible but unlikely I guess.

I feel ok... I've had some stress at work, but nothing major. My DS is going through an ASD diagnosis process so I suppose I'm worried about that. Aside of that I'm tired, but what working parent isn't?!
I do feel quite emotional, teary and stabby also!
I had an ectopic pregnancy almost 2 years ago and lost 1 tube, but that had all healed well and is over with.

Peri menopause is always a possibility. I'll make an appointment with GP to see if they have any ideas

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icantthinkofanothernewname · 02/07/2019 19:56

I'm now on cycle day 65!
Still no sign of a period.
I ordered a hormone test which detects pre menopause hormone. It was negative.
A friend who is diabetic checked my blood sugars and they are perfect.
I went to Doc's last week and she wasn't overly concerned.
She had booked me in for blood work in the morning... I'll be checked for all the standard vitals plus thyroid etc.
My mum had her menopause at 36, so the doc was interested to explore that.
It's the most bizarre thing!

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