[HopefulMommy81]

Hi ladies! So this is my first cycle after my second loss. After my first loss, my cycles went back to normal immediately....I wasn't charting or anything then, but my cycles were always 30 days. I'm on CD 33 33, O'ed on CD 22 and started spotting yesterday....still spotting today, but it's only on the TP, even though it's bright red blood. So, this is normal, right? I mean, it just might take my body a couple cycles to regulate again, right? I'm just worried since I started spotting at 10 DPO and I know that's a short LP. I'm already on high-dose folic acid, a B Complex vitamin (super actually), and FertilAid, oh, and baby aspirin. I also had the worst cramps this morning- like I curled up in a ball, took some Midol, and cried and then fell back asleep. I used to have horrible periods, but that was back in high school. I'm not really sure why I'm telling y'all all this, but I guess I just need some reassurance. I'm also going to ask my doctor when he hopefully calls tomorrow or Wednesday to follow-up on the perinatologist cancelling my appointment. I'm just worried because we're going to go at TTC full-force again next cycle and I don't want a short LP to hinder a successful pregnancy, you know? I think my last LP was 11 days, but that was with a BFP and ended in a m/c. I guess I'm just scared is all- I really want this coming cycle to be it! Thanks for reading, ladies!

[iVari]

I can't give you any real advice on this one as I'm still trying to deal with messed up cycles too.

Your doing the right thing by following up with your Dr, make sure to ask every question you have. I hope your cycles get back to normal next month and that you have a beautiful BFP at the end (((HUGS)))

[Celena]

Jaque I don't think you have anything to worry about honey! My LP has changed each cycle since my mc. I'm not sure that if anything it could still be your body "adjusting" after your loss. So hang in there!

[HopefulMommy81]

Thanks ladies! I figured I was probably overreacting, but I just am so nervous about this whole TTC journey now- it really sucks!

[.:Shortcake:.]

If you are really worried about it I would talk to your doctor about it. Hugs! My cycles have been crazy since my m/c.

[Kary♥RN]

Jaque... I would some this cycle up to M/C mayhem... it can take a few cycles to get back on track... and sometimes you don't even release an egg after a m/c. It sucks that we don't know our bodies, what to expect. But I wouldn't worry too much! HUGS

[TeresaSuperMama]

Originally Posted by Kary♥RN

Jaque... I would some this cycle up to M/C mayhem... it can take a few cycles to get back on track... and sometimes you don't even release an egg after a m/c. It sucks that we don't know our bodies, what to expect. But I wouldn't worry too much! HUGS

I agree. I have found my cycles definitely being different. I feel so broken it's not even funny. Hopefully this cycle will be your month! Good luck Jacque!

[missy123]

Oh and the cramping.... for 3 cycles after my loss the cramping was so horrible that it put me in tears. I never had cramping before in my life so it was all new to me. They were so bad that I almost went to the ER one day. It takes a while for your body to adjust. And to give you a little hope, I am pretty sure that my LP has always been 9-10 days and I have 3 teenage boys.


ps. I just came across this article, so even if your LP is 10 days you are ok!!


The luteal phase is the time from ovulation to the next period. It is typically 10-16 days in length, but it is usually fairly consistent in length for an individual woman, differing by no more than 1 or 2 days from cycle to cycle. During this time the corpus luteum secretes progesterone while attached to the ovarian wall. Progesterone is what maintains the thickness of the endometrium to support implantation by a fertilized egg. If implantation does not occur, the corpus luteum runs out of progesterone and menstruation soon follows. If implantation does occur, the implanted zygote secretes hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), a chemical signal which tells the corpus luteum to continue producing and secreting progesterone. Luteal phase lengths of less than 10 days are considered too short for implantation to occur, and may thus indicate a problem with successfully achieving pregnancy. In such an instance, the egg may be fertilized, but the endometrium is sloughed off before implantation can occur. This condition is sometimes referred to as a luteal phase defect. If you suspect you have a short luteal phase, you should see your healthcare professional about it. Short luteal phases may be corrected with progesterone treatment.