Forgot to take pills, am I pregnant?
Question
The last time my husband and I had intercourse was about two months ago. I had my period as usual the next week. The following month I messed up on my pills, forgetting to take several days worth. My period was due two weeks ago and it still hasn’t come. I took five EPT tests and they were all negative. We have not had sex since my last period. Could I be pregnant from intercourse from before my last period? Or am I paranoid and messed up my system by being late on my pills and the stress is making it late?
Answer
Last Updated: July 10, 2013
It is unlikely the five tests, done a month and more after you would have conceived, and following a normal menses, are wrong. It is much more likely that your on again / off again use of the medication has caused this variation. If you are interested learning more about your cycles, I invite you to explore our website, and attend a presentation offered by one of our experts on Natural Family Planning.
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