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I've been silly but I really need advice!

165 replies

Bismillah2023 · 04/06/2023 13:46

So please don't judge me for this as I am already punishing myself and my stupid choices as it is.
I have just come back from a holiday, where I ended up sleeping with one of the locals out there.
For reference I have not had sex in 3.5 years through personal choice after an awful break up with an emotional abuser, I have chosen to protect myself and my best interests by staying away from men! However a few drinks in the Sun and some charm from him ended up with us in bed together.
Fast forward to now, last night I went to the loo and noticed some pale pink discharge on the tissue when I wiped, as this was so unusual for me it led me to check my Flo app and I have absolutely shit myself when I realised I was ovulating (or so the app says) on the exact day I slept with him. We had sex numerous times with no protection (I know, I know!) as I haven't been with anyone in such a long time it sort of slipped my mind.
For further reference I have an 18 year old already and since I gave birth to him I have never had a pregnancy scare or anything similar as I have always been on the implant (which I removed early last year)
My app tells me that I am 7DPO and that I should do a pregnancy test in 9 days if I don't come on my period.
Alongside the pink discharge, the cramps in my tummy and tender breasts today I am now actually panicking that I may have brought home something more than memories from my holiday!
If I am pregnant then I already know that I would keep my child and I would have to tell him about it but am I just overthinking?

I am new to all of this and would really appreciate some advice from you all about whether it's just a coincidence or if these signs/symptoms are actually that of conception/implantation.
Please don't judge me for this I understand I have been a bit daft sleeping with someone I had only just met and I especially can't speak to any of my family or friends about this right now.
Is there anything I should be looking out for or should I relax and go with the flow? As you can tell I wasn't actively trying to conceive however if it turns out that way i will see it as a late life blessing. If it matters I am 38...

If you got this far thank you for reading ❤️

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CC4712 · 04/06/2023 17:35

TBH- the risk of pregnancy would be the least of my concerns! You have options with pregnancy, but some STD's are life long. Have you been vaccinated against Hep A and B before?

At least you are going to the STD and talk through it all. Best of luck.

Bismillah2023 · 04/06/2023 17:36

@ADHDDDDDDDBOOM did I say that?

I don't know how it works what the window is for it or nothing like that I've never had to take one or be in a position to!
And like I've said over and over on this thread the thought would never have occurred to me considering I have never tried to get pregnant. I was living in the moment and enjoying my holiday. Reality hit when I got home hence why I've now asked for advice.

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CinderRosie · 04/06/2023 17:56

I haven’t been in this situation but can relate to being late 30s with an 18yo DS and potentially being pregnant. I am actively TTC with a new DH, and still think I’ll be mortified if/when I tell DS I’m pregnant 😳
I hope you get the result you want, please keep us updated!

DontBeBitterGlitter2023 · 04/06/2023 19:43

@Bismillah2023 thank you lovely I'll keep you posted! I've never had regular periods and I've just had the coil removed so I'm totally stumped as to when to even test! Good luck to you too, whatever happens ❤️ it'll be two weeks in a few days so I'm going to take a test, I've no idea how I feel about it all to be fair! xx

Unexpectedlysinglemum · 04/06/2023 19:52

Sounds like implantation bleeding!

I was going to say it might still be possible to have the coil fitted to avoid a pregnancy but it sounds like you want to be pregnant.

If you are pregnant please make your mind up about what you want to do about it before you speak to this man- you don't want to give some random stranger the power to decide something that will affect you so much (and won't impact him
Much unless he wants it to) x

Theredfoxfliesatmidnight · 04/06/2023 20:07

Bismillah2023 · 04/06/2023 14:30

You know what I never thought I would have another baby or anything like that being single for years and having a grown up son but honestly?... I would be over the moon actually and would see it as nothing but a blessing. Life's been a bit shit for a while now and I think this could potentially change my whole life 🥰
Thank you for your lovely message. He was absolutely gorgeous I won't lie! 😂

This is so funny. Bless you OP but I do despair of women sometimes

FrankieRose82 · 05/06/2023 15:51

Good luck OP. Keep us posted

Bismillah2023 · 06/06/2023 14:10

@FrankieRose82 thank you I will update when I know further!
I ordered some tests off Amazon last night to have at home for if/when I miss my period. Not sure when to even do one to be honest but I think probably best to wait until I'm at least late!

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Iloveringos · 06/06/2023 21:12

Good luck, hope you get the news you want Blush

Enn1234 · 07/06/2023 14:18

Keep us posted OP
We're invested now lol

newwings · 07/06/2023 14:44

AthenaPopodopolous · 04/06/2023 14:27

Well you sound quite happy to be pregnant potentially. Anyway tell us was he a hunk? What country were you in? Sounds very romantic.
Id just send him a cute baby pic to let him know he’s a father when the time comes.
makes me think that hormones really take over when it comes to us women reproducing, it’s just a biological urge isn’t it? Anyway congratulations if you are expecting.

I'm guessing Turkey?

Enn1234 · 07/06/2023 15:03

newwings · 07/06/2023 14:44

I'm guessing Turkey?

My guess is Egypt, Turkey or Morocco lol

Bismillah2023 · 07/06/2023 15:35

I was trying to avoid saying where we went as it's easily identifiable as me then, but if anyone recognises me from it I'll have to ask for the thread to be removed.
We went to Azores, a beautiful place with some gorgeous sights if anyone ever wants a nice chill out it's the perfect place

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CinderRosie · 07/06/2023 19:23

How many days til your period is due @Bismillah2023 ? Shamelessly invested 😳

RubyMurry22 · 07/06/2023 19:40

Keeping my fingers crossed you get the result you want 🤞

Whataretheodds · 07/06/2023 19:49

Did you manage to get STD tests done?
You'll definitely be able to take a pregnancy test now

DontBeBitterGlitter2023 · 07/06/2023 22:50

@Bismillah2023 I won't be joining you on your journey if you are... got a negative result today. Relieved to be honest!

Hankthehonk · 08/06/2023 05:38

@CinderRosie I'm also shamelessly invested after reading through the thread!

@Bismillah2023 hope you're doing OK. Good for you having your holiday romance and I hope you are happy with the outcome whatever it is

Iloveringos · 09/06/2023 10:29

@Bismillah2023 hope you are ok xx

LizzeyBenett · 09/06/2023 13:33

So just for clarity the morning after pill works by delaying ovulation it is absolutely useless if you have already ovulated.

Mumtobe2023 · 09/06/2023 23:38

Curious here! Op keep us updated! I hope you get the result you want! Xx

Pearfacebananamoomoo · 10/06/2023 00:35

Following please let us know!

foxee96 · 10/06/2023 01:46

RunningFromInsanity · 04/06/2023 14:30

You sound like you want to be pregnant.
Waving your child off to spend time (potentially abroad) with a complete stranger?

Omg? Why such a nasty comment?!! Go away

orangie · 10/06/2023 02:00

Ohhhh following!

IDontHarte · 10/06/2023 02:09

Following!!