Short LP, need help please!

[angelgirl86]

I don't know for sure what my luteal phase is yet but I'm thinking it could possibly be 10 days or less. I got a really positive OPK today and thought I had already OV a couple days ago as I had already had a positive OPK (3 days in a row now, this one being the darkest). So I'm thinking I might've actually OV today. My cycle is usually 26 days, if I OV today and my cycle stays at 26 days my LP is only 10 days long. I'm already taking B6 vitamins (50 mg) but I just started them. Do any of you think I should try using progesterone cream?

 

[~robin~]

Do you follow your BBT at all? Last cycle was the first time I did this and discovered that my luteal phase is only about 10 days. I started B-100 Complex vitamins and purchased some progesterone cream. I've done quite a bit of research on the cream and am looking forward to using it as soon as I confirm O.

My advice if you do use it, start charting BBT if you don't already. You don't want to use it before you O because I've read it could actually prevent O. Also, if you do choose to use it, it's recommended to use it throughout your entire first trimester.

 

[angelgirl86]

Do you follow your BBT at all? Last cycle was the first time I did this and discovered that my luteal phase is only about 10 days. I started B-100 Complex vitamins and purchased some progesterone cream. I've done quite a bit of research on the cream and am looking forward to using it as soon as I confirm O.

My advice if you do use it, start charting BBT if you don't already. You don't want to use it before you O because I've read it could actually prevent O. Also, if you do choose to use it, it's recommended to use it throughout your entire first trimester.

Yes I chart, my chart is actually in my sig. This is why I'm concerned, my temps have risen slowly the past 2 days but OV has yet to be detected. I also tested with OPK again tonight and it was negative. Does this possibly mean the LH surge was just starting to decrease? I hope so because I don't have any progesterone cream right now and I'd probably have to order it. Maybe I'll go look in some stores tomorrow because I really really want this to be our cycle to conceive. Lots of to you and ty for responding!

 

[spacegirl]

Angel Girl 86,

I conceived within 6 months and had a LP of 9-11 days. I went to see my doctor about my LP (I was unaware I was pregnant at the time!) she told me she had studied fertility and gynaecology in depth during her training and told me that my LP was fine and that people worry so much when they are not the text book 14. My cycle length was 25 days.

Carry on as you are without supplements/progesterone. If you are having problems conceiving see the doctor and get all the tests. Let them diagnose. Self-diagnosis via the internet can cause undue worry and expense (supplements).

I hope this helps.

xxx

 

[MrsPOP]

Great post from Spacegirl!

Although 14 days is seen as the average... the normal luteal phase is actually between 10 - 16 days.

*hugs and good luck*

 

[~robin~]

Angelgirl86, I bet FF will tell you O occurred on CD14, you just need one more elevated temp. So, if you get one today (Sunday) that should be enough.

I do agree with the girls above that most people probably don't need any help through supplements. How long have you been trying? DH and I have been trying for 10 months, so that's why I decided to help myself out a bit. I also have a slight fear of prescription drugs, so I tend to go the natural/herbal route whenever possible.

Edited: I see you've been trying for 18 months. Tons of to you!

 

[angelgirl86]

Angel Girl 86,

I conceived within 6 months and had a LP of 9-11 days. I went to see my doctor about my LP (I was unaware I was pregnant at the time!) she told me she had studied fertility and gynaecology in depth during her training and told me that my LP was fine and that people worry so much when they are not the text book 14. My cycle length was 25 days.

Carry on as you are without supplements/progesterone. If you are having problems conceiving see the doctor and get all the tests. Let them diagnose. Self-diagnosis via the internet can cause undue worry and expense (supplements).

I hope this helps.

xxx

THank u, it's great to hear it from someone in the same boat that could conceive naturally! I'll try not to worry about it as my cycles can range from 26-30 days (26 is just the usual). I've read all over the internet that your cycle length is based on when you OV and your LP should stay around the same length so maybe my cycle will just be a little longer this time. You gave me some hope so ty !

Angelgirl86, I bet FF will tell you O occurred on CD14, you just need one more elevated temp. So, if you get one today (Sunday) that should be enough.

I do agree with the girls above that most people probably don't need any help through supplements. How long have you been trying? DH and I have been trying for 10 months, so that's why I decided to help myself out a bit. I also have a slight fear of prescription drugs, so I tend to go the natural/herbal route whenever possible.

Edited: I see you've been trying for 18 months. Tons of to you!

TY, lots of to you as well. I have a fear of prescritpion drugs as well, I really don't want to put something unnatural in my body unless I absolutely have no other choice. I'll stick to the B6 for now as it's natural and many women have had success with it. If in 2-3 more months we don't conceive I'll go see my doctor about it, we just wanted to give it a few more shots before we go see specialists.

 

[MrsPOP]

How about going to see your Doctor and have your few more shots whilst you waiting...saves a delay because it may take a while to see a FS so you're on the list already whilst still having some fun? I dont know how many times Ive heard of people who end up getting their BFP whilst waiting for their FS appt!

Im also loathe to take medication...even so called 'natural' meds. With a good, varied diet, we should be getting most of the vitamins and minerals the body needs for every day function inc. TTC. Although obv Im taking Folic Acid!

Good luck x