Faint positive after MAP?!

[Teaandbiscuits26]

I had intercourse on 11/03 and condom split. Took morning after pill the following day (about 15 hours after doing the deed). This would have been day 15 of cycle I took the pill. I started taking the contraceptive pill a few days prior to the intercourse.

I would have been due my period tomorrow had I not started the contraception pills. I decided to take a test just to make sure the MAP had definitely worked and there’s a very faint second line (I’ll attach a pic). Also, during my previous pregnancies, I’ve had a very strong second line the day of missed period.

It was a clear and simple test. I’m not sure if it’s an evaporation line as it became darker after 5 minutes (very faint before then).

I haven’t had any spotting or symptoms but have been tired the past few days.

Any input appreciated!

First photo is about 2 minutes after the test. Second is around 10 minutes after. I’m planning on buying another test later this afternoon.

Unfortunately the MAP only works by preventing ovulation. If you have already ovulated when you take it, it doesn't work. If you have average-length cycles you are quite likely to have already ovulated on day 15. That test does look positive to me.

Unfortunately the MAP only works to stop ovulation. If you’ve already ovulated (which you probably already had based on your CD)

Thanks both, I’m going to get a clear blue test hopefully today or tomorrow latest so will know for sure.

I’m a single mum and money is tight so continuing is not an option. 😔

Sorry to hear you're in this situation. As the test is quite faint, there's a possibility it might be a chemical pregnancy / false start anyway. But yes I think you should wait a day or so and then do another one.

Thank you! I’m going to go to the pharmacy in a bit and pick up a digital.

Im thinking of not telling the dad. We’ve only been together just over a month and I this was the first time I’d ever been intimate with him! I’m worried incase he would want me to continue.

Just to update, did a clear blue digital and it’s showing 1-2 weeks 😞

Oh dear, really sorry it's not the news you were hoping for. It's such bad luck to happen like that.

I’m sorry, OP. Do you have any idea what you would like to do going forward?

Thanks both. Ive managed to get a telephone consultation with bpas tomorrow.

I feel awful having to go through with a termination but I literally don’t see any other option right now. Out of work, tiny flat, young dc. Also I’ve only known this man a month!

I’m going to book in for the implant once it’s over xx

I know it’s easier said than done, but don’t feel awful, you’ve done nothing wrong. I hope things go well for you 💐

Just sending some love your way @Teaandbiscuits26that is really bad luck. I would not judge if you kept this to yourself, if he’s an acquaintance. If you absolutely saw a fantastic future with him already(!) then I would consider being upfront and his reaction would be a litmus test that’s for sure. As in, he should support whatever you choose for your body! Best of luck to you.

This happened to me about 10 years ago - I took the MAP on day 15, but still got pregnant.

Sending you good luck for the next steps. I had to terminate as it was completely the wrong time for me and our family.

Thank you all for the kind words!

I’m worried to tell him as I have a feeling he might want me to continue. He’s already spoke of desire to have children in the future. He’s older than me and no children of his own.

The only thing that matters here is what you want. You are not under any obligation to tell him.

Thanks @Batties

Has anyone went through BPAS? Seeing mixed information that they make you go for an ultrasound and some saying they send the pills in the post.

I’m not planning on telling anyone so I’m hoping that I don’t need to go for an ultrasound otherwise I will need to make up an excuse for childcare.

I have had previous gynae surgeries so might pretend it’s for a cyst if needs be.

I went through BPAS and i did need an ultrasound to confirm dates. However this was almost 15 years ago. And I know things changed a lot around covid. Also don’t feel bad about not telling you are putting you existing children first