TTC for 6 months!

[Louisa1989]

I am 25 years old and have been trying for a baby for 6 months with no luck. Everyone around me seems to be getting pregnant without even trying and all I think about is babies babies babies!! When me and my other half said we wanted to start our family I said that I wouldn't get obsessed and not let it take over my life but that's easier said then done!

I am fully aware that 6 months isn't that long and I could still be in this position in a years time but I can't help worry that something is wrong. I have recently lost a stone in weight, started taking vitamins and stopped drinking alcohol, with age on my side I was naive enough to think it wouldn't take long!

My period was due on Wednesday and with none of pmt symptoms I decided to test this morning... Another heartbreaking negative. With still no sign of my period I'm now worried something's wrong !

I really didn't think it would all be so stressful but it's all making go insane!!!!

I'm also 25 and ttc no 2. I've been ttc for a year! First time round it took two cycles so thought we would catch quickly this time to!! I have to admit 6 month mark was hard for me to but seems better now which is strange!!! Hope you get pregnant soon and can relax!!! X

I am 27 and also ttc #2 and just found out cycle 4 didn't work after AF got me today. It took us 2 cycles with DD so was also hoping it would catch quickly again! I was hoping age would be on my side too, and like you Louisa I have lost some weight, taken vitamins, cut down on alcohol and caffeine and done everything right. It is so hard not to get obsessed isn't it, but annoyingly the stress of it all really does have an impact I think. Anyway I'm not really much help I'm afraid, but just wanted to say you are not alone in feeling frustrated and confused as to why it's taking so long.

Iv been ttc no2 for 6 months now too. It isn't long really but each month feels like a lifetime when your waiting to test doesn't it?!
My AF is due Wednesday and I do feel like it's on its way :( I'm sure it will happen for us all. Try and relax and good luck everyone! :)

How often are you having sex? If it is 3+ times a week then you are doing all you can and you just need to hang on in there. See doctor if you get to 12 months but they wont do anything till then. 85% of couples do conceive within a year.

you could try using ovulation prediction tests to ensure you are having sex on the best days of your cycle. You don't need to get obsessed about them but they can be helpful. The Clearblue fertility monitor is an expensive piece of kit but it is good, especially if you cba having sex three times a week all month.

finally what are your periods like? If they are not fairly regular or if they are very light perhaps bring that up with your gp. If they are more than 35 days apart that may be a sign of a hormonal problem. Also if your partner follows you with the health kick his sperm will be in a better condition.