We have been trying to conceive for 14 months now..?

We are both 24, have had semen analysis - normal, I have had ovulation blood tests - normal.

I take evening primrose tablets %26amp; folic acid (just in case) We both eat healthily, are not overweight and have sex every other day.

My periods vary from 28 to 31 days, every month my breasts are tender which makes me think 'is this it?'

I have been PG before (3 years ago) but i had a termination as the time was not right.

If my ovulation tests came back normal does that mean i am OK? Could the termination be something to do with it?

We have been trying to conceive for 14 months now..?
Maybe, but highly unlikely. What you need to do is ask your OB/GYN for an exploratory laparoscopy. Your tubes may have become blocked ... or the opening of the fallopian tubes, where the ovum enters, may have developed cysts, which are preventing the ovum from entering the fallopian tube/s. Most OB/GYN's usually won't do this unless you've been trying to conceive for at least 18 months. Give it a try for a few months more, then request an exploratory laparoscopy. Wishin' you luck ... :)



BTW: Use an ovulation predictor kit, to pin-point the exact days you will be ovulating. When you are ovulating, try elevating your hips after intercourse, by putting a pillow or two under your hips. Remain laying down for at least 15 minutes.



OT: When you're ovulating, you and your hubby should have intercourse every day ... it makes your chances of conceiving that much more likely to happen. Some say to have intercourse several times a day, which is not beneficial, since it takes approx. 24 hrs. for a man to build up a sufficient sperm count. True, it only take one little sperm to get the job done, but, since many die rather quickly ... it's essential to have a max. amount of sperm.
Reply:You're very welcome Amie ... I wish you luck and a happy future! :) Report It
Reply:You could have some scarring from your previous terminated pregnancy...or not; I don't know.



If tests indicate you are ovulating, and your partner's semen analysis was normal, maybe the time just isn't right for some reason now.



I would try the home ovulation predictor kits and time your intercourse within a day or two before you expect to ovulate, the day of ovulation, and a day or two after you've ovulated since sperm can live up to 72 hrs after ejaculation.



If another 10 months goes by without success, I'd consult a fertility specialist.



Good luck to you!
Reply:Have you tried using an ovulation testing kit/ pregnancy planning kit? They use a urine test to detect a rise in the LH hormone which rises just before ovulation. This will let you know actually when you are about to ovulate. Also you should stay lying down for at least an hour after you have sex otherwise gravity will work against you. Hope this helps. Good luck.