It can be quite frustrating if you are trying to get pregnant and yet have no period. Having a healthy cycle is step one for boosting your fertility naturally and being able to get pregnant. There are a couple of reasons your cycle may be irregular such as stress, dietary deficiencies, low body weight, getting off of birth control pills, hormonal imbalance, or other underlying issues.
Since the lining of the uterus is not being shed, it is very important to clear out the old blood and establish a healthy cycle again. This can be done naturally and effectively with herbs and nutrition. I have talked with many clients who have been offered synthetic estrogen to get there periods going again… taking synthetic estrogen for this issue is like using a sledge hammer on a thumb tack.
Here are the steps you can take to get your period back:
1. Eat a healthy fertility diet. Diet is so important for a healthy menstrual cycle and reproductive system. What you eat impacts everything.
2. Take a whole food multivitamin. Iron deficiency is one of the major factors for women not having a menstrual cycle and lack of ovulation. Other nutritional deficiencies can cause the menstruation to cease.
3. Use herbs to help clear the stagnant blood and increase circulation to the uterus while balancing the hormones.
The best Herbs for amenorrhea (lack of menstruation)
Dong Quai
This is the main herb for this issue. Dong Quai works by promoting blood flow to the pelvis where it will stimulate an absant or scanty period. It also nourishes the blood (it is in nearly all chinese herbal blood-building formulas). Treats iron deficiency and anemia. One of the best uses is it helps women who are not menstruating to invite there menstruation back. The increased circulation also helps to stregthen and balance the uterus.
Vitex
Vitex is another great herb for amenorrhea due to hormonal imbalance. It helps to balance the hormones while not containing any hormones within the herb.
If you have not had a menstrual cycle for two or months you may want to do a Fertility Cleanse. The Fertility Cleanse helps to cleanse the uterus of old blood and tissues while helping the liver to get rid of excess hormones.
Be patient, the body needs time to establish a cycle and hormone balance. Be gentle with yourself and your body will come back into balance.
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Dalene,
My husband and I started trying to conceive last January (2011). I found out I was pregnant in February, but the miscarried in March. My period came back fairly normally in May, but I then missed my period in June. My dr. prescribed 10 days of provera. My cycle started 7 days after finishing provera and I went on to have a normal cycle in August. I then missed my period in September. I’m back on provera and am supposed to take it every third month until March. I’ve done a lot of reading about vitex and raspberry leaf. After I finish this round of provera, would it be safe to try vitex or should I let my body respond to the provera? I reapply don’t want to do anything that could hinder my chances of conceiving!
Thanks!
Jenny
Hi Katie,
Traditional Suggested Dosage of Vitex:
Capsules: 1,000mg a day is the suggested amount to use. For best results use vitex capsules all month long except during menstruation.
Tincture: Suggested usage is 10-15 drops of vitex extract, 2-3 times a day all month long except during menstruation.
However, unlike powerful hormone drugs, vitex works slowly to normalize the body. Maximum benefits are often achieved after 6-12 cycles with vitex.
Traditional Suggested Dosage of Dong Quai:
2 Capsules, 3 times a day for Fertilica Dong Quai=3120 mg a day. Best used for 3-6 months consistently.
Both of these herbs are best used all month long, except for during your bleeding time. Do not use after ovulation if you are trying to conceive.
Once the cycle is regulated, discontinue use to see how your body does on its own.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Beth,
Without knowing what other herbs you are taking in combination with the Vitex, there is no way for me to answer you properly. Try testing for pregnancy again, prior to continuing on with the herbs you are taking. It is not uncommon for fertility herbs to cause the first few menstrual cycles timing to be off.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Lisaa,
Many doctors will prescribe oral contraceptive (pill) birth control if you have fertility issues such as PCOS, Endometriosis, Ovarian Cysts or irregular menstrual cycles. While the birth control may work for some time for those conditions the birth control does not address the key issue of why you have that fertility issue to begin with. It may reduce pain, reduce the incidence of ovarian cyst or regulate your cycle for some time, and then when you stop taking it your symptoms may come back. Many with these fertility issues still want to have children and taking birth control prevents that from happening. It is important to have clear communication with your doctor if you are still wanting to get pregnant while healing your body of your fertility issues at the same time. We have a wonderful article that addresses this issue, it is titled: How to Balance Hormones After Birth Control. This article will help you to understand how the BCP affects your body and what you can do about it.
Because you are overweight you are going to have to address that aspect of your life in addition to other supportive natural therapies. Research has shown, not only a link between obesity and anovulation, but infertility risk for obese women who have regular ovulation as well. Long-term diet and lifestyle changes are the most important factor in successful fertility treatment, whether it be natural support, or medical fertility treatments. You can learn support tools and facts about how obesity affects fertility here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/overweight-infertility.html
If you feel completely lost, you may want to consider a Natural Fertility Consultation.
Have a wonderful day!
Dalene
Hi Jessica,
Yes, Vitex and Dong Quai have been shown safe to combine. In fact, our Fertilica Vitex Capsules contain some Dong Quai.
Thanks for asking!
Dalene
Omg I am so scared at this point. Me and my fieance want a baby badly and we have been trying for a year now. I was on the depo shot for 4 years and now that I’m 21 I have been off of the shot for four years and still nothing. I dont have periods and I am beginning to feel that something is wrong with me please help thank you..
Tameka
Dalene,
This website is a great resource! Thank you for taking the time to provide such great information.
I am wondering if it is okay and safe to use raspberry leaf, maca, and a mix of royal jelly, bee propolis, and bee pollen together? I miscarried in March and have not had a regular period since. My doctor put me on provera twice, once in June, and then again this past month. I am hoping to get my period back on track so that we can start trying to conceive again. I am hoping that by using these natural remedies I won’t have to take the provera again. Thank you for any help and information you can provide.
Hi Elizabeth,
It would be best for you to see a gynecologist in your area to determine why you are not having a regular cycle. Remember that a good nourishing diet full of whole foods, exercise and adequate water intake is the first most important thing you can do to support regular menstruation. Herbs cannot be as effective if these are not in place. All 3 of those herbs have been shown safe to combine, when taken as directed in the proper dosage. Be sure to follow the label instructions exactly.
All the best,
Dalene
Hi Eve,
I am so happy you got your period again! Good for you. Thank you for sharing your story!
Dalene
Hi Jenny,
It may be best to let your body respond to the Provera. Raspberry leaf is a nourishing food herb, that may be fine to use. It is safe for use as a nourishing uterine tonic and nutritional booster, as it does not contain any hormone like substances. Vitex would be best avoided until you are ready to move forward without fertility medications.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Tameka,
Anytime between the time you stop using hormonal birth control and up to a year afterward is considered a normal time frame in which it will take for your body, on it’s own to regulate your hormones and start a regular menstrual cycle, with the exception of depo-provera. This injectable shot contains progestin. Progestin keeps the ovaries from releasing the eggs, thickening cervical mucous to prevent sperm from reaching the uterus and thinning the uterine lining which may prevent implantation. Note: continued use of Depo-Provera may stop the menstrual cycle completely and it may take longer than average (9 months-2 years for the menstrual cycle to regulate after stopping it). Once you have gotten a shot of Depo-provera you cannot stop it’s side effects for 12-14 weeks. Considering the use of Depo-Provera, some women do not get their menstrual cycle back, and it seems that these women have a harder time getting their menstrual cycles to come back. Because it has been 4 years now, it is time to see a doctor, to determine what is happening with your body. You are still young. Finding out now what is going on with your body is very important. Once you find out what is happening with your body, you can then choose natural remedies to aid the body in bringing back a normal cycle.
You can learn more about how hormonal birth control affects the entire body and what you can do to aid your body in hormonal balance and health, by reading our article at this link:http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes Tameka! Please talk to a health care professional in your area!
Dalene
Dear Dalene,
Can you please advise if it is okay to take vitex together with shatavari?
Thanks!
Hi Jen,
All of those herbs have been found safe for combination. If your doctor is concerned with your progesterone levels, or you know you have low progesterone, you may want to read over our Progesterone Fertility Guide for additional suggestions. You may also want to consider how Fertility Cleansing may benefit your body in removing the synthetic hormones contained in Provera. The Fertility Cleanse may be great way for anyone who is experiencing challenges when coming off hormonal birth control to create a foundation for hormonal balance and a healthy uterus for implantation. Fertility Cleansing creates a “clean slate” within the body that helps the body to respond and utilize other natural remedies better.
Thank you for your support!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Angelique,
Yes, these two herbs have been shown safe for combination. It may be best to balance the dosage of these herbs, rather than use the maximum dosage for each, everyday.
Learn more about Vitex here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/vitex
Learn more about Shatavari here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/shatavari-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Would just like to say it depends on the womens body, I was on the depro for 11 years, had no period while on it, had last shot in march 2010 and was pregnant by the august… Good luck ladies
I gave birth to a beautiful baby in March. My husband and I are anxious to get another bun in the oven, but I haven’t gotten my period back since giving birth. Baby still breastfeeds 4-5 times a day and I would like to keep breastfeeding her (such a dilema!). I’ve been taking Vitex for about a month. Any advice if theres anything else I could be taking/doing (in addition to or instead of the vitex) to help get my cycle to return (other than patience….)
Thanks in advance,
J-L
I’m 24, I have two beautiful daughters I conceived while on birth control. My husband and I were using mirena until around July of this year. We decided we were ready to have another baby. I had to periods in August and used the otc ovulation tests, which showed a peak on the 14. However, September came and no period. I have never had normal periods. I had a blood pregnancy test done last week which came back negative. I have the symptoms I get before my cycle starts but it doesn’t come. My doctor said he’s not concerned. Any advice?
Hi! I’m 26, and was diagnosed with PCOS about 10 years ago. I have had 1 biological child, with the help of infertility treatments. My husband and I have been trying for another, and would like to avoid the invasive medical drugs. I am currently taking Vitex, Red Raspberry, Black Cohosh, Red Clover, and Cinnamon daily. Is there anything else I should take to help induce menstral cycles, and increase fertility??? Thanks!
Hello,
I am 29 years old and have not had a period in almost two years. I got my first menstrual cycle when I was 13 years of age only for two months. When I was 18years old, Dr. started me on orthotrycyclin and my periods were normal as long as I took the pill daily ( i did so for about 4 years) I heard stories that if you are on the pill for a long time when you get off of it to conceive, it will take a long time or never be able to have children. A friend suggested I should drink Dong Quai tea or take capsules of this root. Can you please tell me if it is true Dong Quai will bring my menstrual cycle back. It has been 8 years and I have got no period.. I want to conceive a baby. Thanks for any input
Lara
Hi. I have PCOS (polysistic ovarian syndrome) and was wondering what vitex would do for me. I have had it since puberty and have done every test possible to see if my reproductive organs work, found out I have a hormone inbalance that causes me to have no period and no ovulation. Medical insurance didn’t help pay for bills and we had to stop treatments. Would vitex help and how much should I take. Not so worried about the ovulation part right now but some tips on getting that going after a few regular cycles would help.
Thanks
i want to become pregnant again,i have baby of 11 months but my periods not return back again.what can u suggest for me?
Hi Carly,
You are correct, it depends on the woman’s body, but in my experience it usually takes longer. Data shows the average to be a year for the body to regulate the menstrual cycle on its own. I am happy for you, you are lucky it did not take you long, and you became pregnant quickly. Enjoy your 1 yr old! Such a fun childhood phase to take part in!
Warmly,
Dalene
Hi Jenna Lynn,
I think you said it, PATIENCE! I know this may be frustrating, but it sounds like you are doing everything you can. Many women do not begin their menstrual cycle until they wean their baby. Nourish your baby with breastfeeding for as long as you can. Your cycle should come back in time, it is best to not try and control its natural process.
Best Wishes and congrats on your little one!
Dalene
Hello, please can you tell me what herb combo I could try to get a period?.. Hormones tested Low Estrogen and Low Progesterone. No periods for 3 years. We want a baby so much, but would love a regular healthy cycle 1st. My scans were healthy, Dr’s said it was Pituitary not sending signal to Ovulate.
Diet is Gluen+Lactose free.. all whole organic.. still waiting…
Thank you so much x x
Hi,
Thank you for this great resource!
I have been going through the ringer with hormonal issues since I hit puberty, but now I am 28, had a miscarriage 2 years ago (1 month after starting on levoxyl for hypothyroid), and have been progressively losing my hair since. I am panicking about the hair, but also wondering if I am in fact fertile anymore…my periods have always been irregular, but never too heavy. I was on and off the BCP since the age of 15, but haven’t been on it for over 2 years at least. I have all the symptoms of PCOS except the weight, fatigue, and cysts.
I just started taking E.P.O., vitex and progesterone cream, do you think this is a good place to start? Are there any fabulous wholistic/comprehensive/openminded endocrinologists you could recommend?
Thank you!!
Hi Jessica Olson,
This IUD contains progestin which prevents ovulation as well as thickens cervical mucous. It also prevents the sperm from moving correctly toward the egg preventing conception. It may be that your body is still trying to figure out how to function on its own, without the progestin. You may want to give your body some more time to bring itself back into balance. If you would like more information and how to balance your hormones after birth control, please read our article at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Mandy,
Have you changed your diet and exercise habits? Those would be first! With PCOS, there is often insulin resistance, while cinnamon may help, if you have not implemented a PCOS spcific diet, herbs are not going to be as effective. Another area you may want to research would be Natural Progesterone Cream. Progesterone cream can help to oppose the estrogen dominance that occurs with PCOS. By using progesterone cream you are able to mimic a natural cycle and help the body to establish its own cycle, including ovulating, again. Dr. John Lee believed that with progesterone cream, changes to the PCOS specific diet and exercise, PCOS could become obsolete. Learn more here (scroll down the page a bit): http://natural-fertility-info.com/progesterone-fertility-guide/
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Lara,
It is extremely important that you see a doctor to get some hormone testing done. 8 years is a very long time to not have a menstrual cycle. Before beginning any herbal or other natural therapy to get your cycle back, it would be best to get some diagnostic fertility testing done, to determine what may be happening to cause your cycle to be absent. In the mean time, you may want to read our article on how birth control affect your body, and what you can do about it. You can learn more at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
HI Crystal,
We have a wonderful guide for women with PCOS. If you have not read it you can do so at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/pcos-fertility-diet
Vitex works well for many women with PCOS, but not all. It would be important to read over our guide, see if any of it makes sense for you and then consider what may be best for your body.
If you feel you need more specific guidance, we do have consultations you may want to consider.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi hellowhowru57,
It is not abnormal for a woman who has given child birth within the last year to not have a menstrual cycle, especially if you are breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding your baby you may not get your period until you wean your baby. Because I don’t know if you are breastfeeding or not, it is very difficult to guide you to the best natural remedies. Red Raspberry Leaf and Vitex have both been shown safe to consume while breastfeeding, so you may want to research those two herbs more!
Best Wishes!
Dalene
Hi Dalene,
Thank you for your response. I am 44 and been TTC for the last two years. And your comments and that of the readers have been helpful…keeping my fingers crossed. If there are anyone here who can offer me more advise, I will be eternally grateful.
Regards,
Angelique.
yes i am a brestfeeding mom…but still no periods for 11 months. Now I am planning to have another baby as soon as possible. What do you suggest?
Hi,
I was on the pill for about 6 years and went off it in March 2011 as my husband and i were thinking that when we got married we would start trying to conceive a child. The first 2 periods after the pill came early, yet were of normal duration and the third was late. I now, however, have not had a period since this third one in July. I am not sure whay this is? Will taking something like Dong Quai help stimulate my menstrual cycle again or should i be a little more concerned and be seeking advice from a doctor? Do you have any suggestions for me?
Hi Mangoes,
If you specifically have an issue with the function of your pituitary gland, there are limited things you can do naturally to aid in proper function of this gland. Fertility super foods like Maca and Royal Jelly may be beneficial, as they both aid in proper function of the entire endocrine system, the pituitary gland is part of that system. Maca’s main action is to stimulate and nourish the pituitary gland, acting as a tonic for the hormone system. When the pituitary gland functions optimally, the entire endocrine system becomes balanced, because the pituitary gland controls the hormone output of the other three glands.
Because a pituitary gland malfunction can be complex, it may be best to talk to your doctor about what is causing this, and what you can do to resolve the issue. It sounds like your diet is great, keep that up!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Anna,
Wow, it sounds like you have been through a lot! If you are wondering if you are fertile, it would be best to get some fertility testing done. It sounds like you have a lot of questions about symptoms and issues. Finding a good specialist would be great! I am not sure that the supplements you have chosen are right for you or not, because I just don’t have enough information about your hormone levels to say. I am sorry, but I do not know any holistic RE’s. I hope that you can do a search and find someone to help you out!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Angelique,
If you are desiring a guide specific for your unique needs, please look into our Natural Fertility Consultations!
Women over 40 often need to focus on improving uterine and egg health as well as balancing hormones. Here are some guides that you may find helpful:
Fertility Cleanse: http://natural-fertility-info.com/prepare-for-conception
Egg Health: http://natural-fertility-info.com/increase-egg-health
Menstrual Health: http://natural-fertility-info.com/natural-menstrual-health.html
Improve Uterine Health: http://natural-fertility-info.com/uterine-health-for-fertility.html
Thank you!
Dalene
Hi hellowhowru57,
As I stated before, the two safest herbs to take while breastfeeding, that may also help to bring back a regular cycle are Vitex and Raspberry Leaf tea. Do not be alarmed if you do not get your period though, until you wean your baby!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Tracey,
It is not abnormal for women to have irregular menstrual cycles after long-term birth control use. It may be that your body is still trying to figure out how to function on its own, without being “told” what to do by synthetic hormones. You can learn additional ways to support your body in creating a natural, regular menstrual cycle at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Dong Quai may be helpful, but you may need to make additional changes in diet, exercise, cleansing and boosting nutritional levels by taking a good multivitamin. These are important factors whey working to regulate the menstrual cycle.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hello,
Not to sound over worried but im concerned i may never be able to have children. Im 24 years old and have not had my period in 9 months.I am not on nor have i ever been on any form of birth control. Before this little problem occured my periods were all regular. at first i thought i was pregnant but i have taken numerous tests and blood tests to detect that i am definitly not. I have went to see my OB/GYN numerous times and she keeps telling me to wait and see if it “naturally” comes. After reading the previous comments im hoping she doesnt make me wait 2 or 3 years before doing something about this. I was hoping there was a way to start my period without having to wait. So other than the herbs above what else is there that i can take or that i can ask her to prescribe me? i feel like i have tried everything but am willing to take on new ideas…PLEASE HELP! Thank you
Worried
Is there something wrong with me if i haven’t had my period in a year after getting off the shot? On July 1st 2011, I didn’t go to my depo shot, and the shot normally takes away your periods anyway, but I should have my cycle back shouldn’t I? My husband and I are trying to get pregnant, and we are going to eat healthier, I am worried Maybe I can’t have babies. Am I able to get pregnant?
thanks for your response.
Hi me and my husband have been trying to conceive for 8 months now, I have had irregular periods forever but blood work came back normal I’ve been off birth control almost a year now in december. I recently started taking vitex and I take a one a day women’s vitamin everyday. Is there anything else anyone can suggest?
Hi Worried,
Take a deep breath, whew, and out. I can understand how scary this must be for you. What has changed in your life 9 months ago and on that may have contributed to this? New sexual partners? Any vaginal or yeast like infections? Weight gain or loss? Have you moved or traveled? Stress? These are all issues that may contribute to an absent period. If nothing comes to mind, any of the recommendations in this article may help.
A quick guide that may help you to figure your own plan out…
-Fertility Cleansing
-Fertility Diet
-Exercise
-Multivitamin
-Herbs to promote a healthy menstrual cycle: Dong quai, Vitex, Tribulus
-Self Fertility Massage
We do offer consultations if you still find yourself completely lost!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Tarra Bonds,
Typically anytime between the time you stop using it and up to a year afterward is considered a normal time frame in which it will take for your body, on it’s own to regulate your hormones and start a regular menstrual cycle. Methods like the Implant or Depo-Provera cause some women to not get their menstrual cycle back after a year. It appears these women have a harder time getting their menstrual cycles to come back at all. Depo-provera is an injection shot that contains progestin. Progestin keeps the ovaries from releasing the eggs, thickening cervical mucous to prevent sperm from reaching the uterus and thinning the uterine lining which may prevent implantation. Continued use of Depo-Provera may stop the menstrual cycle completely and it may take longer than average (9 months-2 years for the menstrual cycle to regulate after stopping it). If you would like to learn how to balance your hormones after using Depo-provera, please go to this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
I am still astounded daily by the amount of women who suffer with issues of infertility. I have had one hell of a horrific year loosing my 3 babies and both my tubes to ectopic. Our only hope now is saving for IVF and we will only afford one shot. My problem being I have not got my period in over 2 months since the last losses of my babies, it was two months and right tube one baby being a blight ovum. I have started taking vitex but is there anything else I can do? I keep getting I am ok by professional buy I dont feel ok
Hi,
i had a miscarriage May, and decided to wait a while, now i would like to get pregnant again, but my period is erratic, first 32 days, then 30days, then 41days, and now 43days, what am i to do? how can i calculate my ovulation days? what should i take?
Dalene Hellllllllllllllllllllllllp!!!!!
Dalene,
Hi, thank you for this site. I am 28, I had a chemical miscarriage back in July and was put on Depo less than a week after that occurred. It has been about 17 weeks since my last shot, I skipped getting the second shot because I didn’t realize how long it affected your fertility. I started getting kind of brown discharge about a 9 days ago and had bad cramps, headaches, and other kind of PMS type symptoms. I went for a few days with no bleeding/discharge and then started having brown bleeding and then I started with the typical red bleeding that I associate with a normal period.
I know that it can take up to a 18 months before you can expect to get pregnant after Depo, but I’m hoping that since I am bleeding that is a sign my period/fertility is returning. Does that seem likely to you? I have ordered vitex and am using ovulation predictor kits but some days the test line is faint and then the next day there isn’t a line but so far the test line has not been darker then the control line…but I have only tested this week while I have had my period so maybe I am worrying for nothing.
Thanks for taking the time to read this, the doctor thinks I am overreacting and should wait but I would really like to have at least one child before I am 30.
~L
Hi Treona,
Vitex takes patience! It may take 6-12 months of consistent use to be effective! A healthy whole food diet and regular exercise need to be part of your daily routine! If you are wondering what specific tips there may be for your unique needs, you may want to check out our consultations!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Tamika,
It sounds like your body has been through a lot! I am sorry to hear of your traumatic losses, and the loss of both of your fallopian tubes due to ectopic pregnancy. Vitex takes many months to be effective, so being consistent and patient with this herb is best! Your body has been through a lot and it may be confused, it may also still be healing. You may want to learn about other herbs such as Tribulus or Dong Quai as well. Your body may be confused since part of the communication in the menstrual cycle is now missing; your fallopian tubes. Because of this you may need some hormonal support. We also have a wonderful IVF Preparation Guide!
May you have a successful IVF!
Dalene
Hi Agogo,
You may want to learn about the herb Vitex. Vitex is specific in regulating timing of ovulation. It helps to shorten a long cycle, or to lengthen a short cycle. It has been shown to adapt to a woman’s unique needs. Learning different methods of charting is also helpful! Continue to chart your cycle, it will really help you to see if there is a pattern to your cycle, and if you are ovulating. Here is a wonderful page of resources to help you chart your cycle: http://natural-fertility-info.com/ovulation-calculator-2
Best Wishes,
Dalene
HI L,
Every woman’s body is different, it may be that you will be lucky and get your cycle back sooner than later! Let’s hope so! Trying to test with OPK during your period is not recommended. It is best to begin testing after your period is over. You are probably not getting a positive result because you are using them too early. You can learn how to use OPK’s by reading our OPK page and wathcing a video I have made about them. Please go to this link to learn more: http://www.naturalfertilityshop.com/product-p/opk.htm
Don’t worry too much, it is a great sign that you got a period so soon! Do not expect that your period will definitely be regular after this, it may be very irregular. In that case, you would want to consider how to regulate your period, support a healthy cycle.
Warm wishes,
Dalene
can vitex cause miscarriage
Hi mulla,
Theoretically, stopping vitex suddenly in the first trimester of pregnancy may cause a drastic drop in progesterone, which may lead to a miscarriage. Stopping Vitex “cold turkey” in the first trimester of pregnancy may affect hormone levels, or it may not, it depends on many different factors individual to each woman. It is best to wean yourself off of vitex over time, 1-2 weeks if you find out you are pregnant. You would first contact your doctor/midwife/naturopathic physician and request to get your hormone levels tested. They will help to determine if you may have low progesterone or may need to switch over to natural progesterone cream instead of Vitex. A practitioner can help to guide you through this transition. There are some studies that have shown some toxicity to the fetus of mice when injected with human doses of vitex directly into the abdomen. You would not be using this concentrated or high of a dosage, and to be honest there has not been any proof that vitex is toxic to a human fetus. Skilled midwives and herbalists have used vitex into the first trimester of pregnancy when there is a history of miscarriage and/or threatened miscarriage is present. It is best when this herb is used at least 3-6 months prior to pregnancy, in preparation for pregnancy.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Dalene,
I am 33 and was diagnosed with PCOS 2 years ago. I am of course with a lot of PCOS ladies overweight and insulin resistant. My Dr. suggested to remain on my birth control since I am not interested in having children. Then last February I began having heavy, sharp and burning pains as well as spotting between periods so I went to my Dr. and they did an ultrasound to find a cyst on my ovary that was just under 2 inches. He decided to see if it would burst on its own.
The pain continued, so we did another ultrasound and they were not able to see the cyst and since I continued to have pains the Dr. decided to to a laparoscopic surgery.
When they went in, the saw that the cyst on my right ovary did burst but there was one on my left. He drained it and noticed that I also have adenomyosis.
The Dr. said after I recovered from my surgery to continue on the pill but said eventually due to my adenomyosis that the pain will get so bad that I will need a hysterectomy. Then about June problems started again. I keep having really bad pains in between periods then in September my period was super light. Then my October period never showed.
Could these problems be associated with my PCOS and Adenomyosis? Please help!
Hi, dalene, my name is melissa. I was on the depo shot for 3 and 1/2 years. I was due for another shot on oct 31 2011, but me and my husband would like to conceive asap.I heard it can take up to almost 2 yrs. I would like to know how to get my periods back,and try to get the depo shot out of my system soo i can concive. Do you know anything that will help me?? also, if i take the fertility cleansing how long do I have to take the fertility cleansing before I will get pregnant?
hi i wanted to know if i can take vitex and dong quai together for ovulation..
Hi, my name is Krista I am a 33 yr. old mother of 2. A 7 yr old and a 4 yr old. My husband and I decided to start trying for a third baby, and I have been having irregular periods for the past year. My Dr. found out that my prolactin level is slightly elevated. I want to get pregnant as soon as possible, what is the best way to regulate my period in order to conceive? I have also done one round of Provera. Should I try birth control to regulate my period, or the herbal supplements? MY Dr’s keep juggling me around and no one will help me try to get pregnant, please help!!!
I had my son in 01/2009 had mirena placed in 03/2009 started to have pelvic pain and decided something must be wrong…Dr told me that everything was ok that it was placed properly and nothing to worry about. I continued to have pain and decided I wanted it out, had it removed 09/2010. I received my period immediately after removal and it has been pretty regular. My cycle is about every 30 days and my period last about 5 days. My husband and I don’t use protection and its been over a year since the removal of mirena…am I being impatient and overly concerned? Why haven’t I conceived yet?
Hi Zu,
Your symptoms could very well be from both PCOS and Adenomyosis. I am sorry to hear you are experiencing pain! Natural remedies that aid reduction in foreign tissue growth and manage pain may be worth looking into, as most of them may also be combined with fertility medications if needed.
Fertility Enzyme Therapy works to eat away foreign tissue growth. Endometrial tissue growing within the muscles of the uterus is considered foreign tissue growth. Fertility Enzyme Therapy also works to reduce pain and inflammation.
Self Fertility Massage combined with Castor Oil packs also works to reduce pain, inflammation and bring in healing to the reproductive organs.
Women’s Best Friend is a wonderful herbal blend that may be worth looking into more! We do not suggest using this product with birth control medications. No other herbal blend is as powerful for healing female infertility where there is excess tissue present, pain in the reproductive area, inflammation and hormonal imbalance, than Women’s Best Friend™. Women’s Best Friend™ is a specific herbal blend for endometriosis, uterine fibroids, blocked fallopian tubes, as well as uterine cleansing support for pregnancy preparation.
It is going to be very important to first focus on how to reduce pain an inflammation from the adenomyomas and ovarian cyst, then make a plan to continue working toward reducing PCOS. Diet changes and regular exercise are extremely important for reducing PCOS, you can learn more here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/pcos-fertility-diet
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Melissa,
You can find the best tips for how to balance hormones after birth control use at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html There is no way for me to know how long, or how much support your body may need to become pregnant after using the Fertility Cleanse; no one can know that for sure. The Fertility Cleanse kit lasts for 1 menstrual cycle, about 30 days. If you do not have a regular menstrual cycle you may pick any day you would like to begin the Fertility Cleanse phase 2 products. Count out the days for each phase as if you do have a regular menstrual cycle. Continue the phase 3 products until they are gone or your period begins.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi lee,
Both Vitex and Dong Quai have been found safe for combination.
Thanks for your question,
Dalene
Hi Krista,
An herb that you may want to learn more about is Vitex. Vitex is specific to reducing high prolactin levels in some women. Elevated prolactin levels are a symptom of the early stages of hypothyroidism, so you may want to talk to your doctor about getting your thyroid tested as well. Hypothyroidism commonly happens when there is iodine deficiency. This may be able to be controlled just by increasing your dietary intake of iodine rich foods!
Ask yourself this question: How is birth control going to regulate my hormones and create a regular cycle for me when it prevents pregnancy? Progestin and estrogen contained in birth control is chemically created in a lab to imitate our natural progesterone and estrogen. When we use these birth control methods they are releasing hormones in our bodies at times they naturally would not, disrupting the menstrual cycle and preventing pregnancy. I find that the birth control use does not regulate the cycle long-term, it tells the body what to do and when to do it, which creates more hormonal imbalance afterward. This is very confusing for the body. I find this is not a good plan for women who want to have a baby and sustain balance hormones.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi M,
Did your doctor perform an ultrasound? It is good if you were experiencing pain to get it removed! Have you also considered charting your cycle to see if and when you are ovulating? It may be that your timing is just off! The biggest mistake couples make is with timing intercourse wrong. You can learn all about charting here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/guide-to-fertility-charting.html
If you are worried that the IUD may have done something to cause your troubles conceiving, it may be a good idea to get some tests run to make sure everything is okay!
All the best,
Dalene
Hello,
I need help finding out how to massage my fallopian tubes or unblocking them some way.My period has been out of balance since I was 12 im 23 now.I dont want to conceive now but I would like to get my body prepaired for the future to conceive.I take maca powder now and my period came last month oct14.and this month of november17.Im not feeling harsh cramps like I used to but I still have small minor cramps.This month alot of clotting on the first day.I dont have insurance so I need an alternative while waiting on that please help me.Im trying to find something that can work but cheap as well on this sight.Please help me I dont feel like a woman at all.
Dalene,
Thank you for the advise previously given, I started taking Vitex yesterday, and I already got my period today! So now my question is do I continue to take the Vitex during my period or do I stop until my period is gone? I am taking 2 pills a day 400mg. each. Also if I am able to get pregnant should I stop taking the Vitex right away as soon as I find out or should I continue it during the pregnancy? I have a problem with my uterus(bicornuate) and as a result have had 2 miscarrages, after that when I got pregnant again my Dr. had me take a progesterone suppository during the first trimester, to help protect the baby and reduce the risk of miscarrage and it worked twice, I have 2 healthy children. I really want a 3rd baby but dont want to take any risks of losing it, so please let me know how to correctly take these Vitex pills.
Thank you so much!
Krista
Hello,
I really am in need of some direction. Here is a little history. From 17 I have been diagnosed with amenhorrea. I took bcp’s off and on until age 22. That was 1 1/2 years ago. This summer in July, I went to the docs, and she suspected high prolactin. She checked the prolactin it was 450 ng/ml which is very high! She ordered a MRI with contrast dye – I never went. I wanted a second opinion. So in September I went to a doctor and he retook my blood and my prolactin at 295 ng/ml – still high. He has now ordered an MRI w/contrast dye to check for an adenoma too. Now, I have other symptoms besides no period, and all of my other hormones have turned out good according to them, even my thyroid. What should I do? Should I do the MRI? Are there dangers of doing MRI? Are there other ways to achieve my cycle and hormone balance? I really want to pursue pregnancy. Please help me. My husband and I would love children.
Hi Nadia,
I am sorry that you don’t feel like a woman anymore. I hope that you can work to heal that part of the pain you are feeling, because our thoughts about ourselves have a great impact on our bodies! We have a great article about the best natural remedies for blocked fallopian tubes. Self Fertility Massage is part of that program. You can learn how to do Self Fertility Massage by purchasing our Fallopian Wise Fertility Kit, or purchasing the DVD alone. We also offer consultations if you feel like you need a plan and support!
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi krista,
We feel that vitex is best stopped during menses. So stop during the menstrual period.
Below is information I have compiled about the safety of using Vitex in pregnancy… You can read the full article at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/safety-of-preconception-herbal-remedies-during-pregnancy.html
You can learn how a bicornuate uterus may affect your fertility and what you can do about it here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/heart-shaped-uterus-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Karina,
I know that going in for an MRI sounds very scary, but if you have very high prolactin levels at a young age and in the absence of pregnancy, you my have a benign tumor called a Lactotroph adenomas (prolactinoma) on your pituitary gland. It may be best to find out if you indeed have this condition. Vitex is an herb that lowers high prolactin levels in women, but I am not sure of its affects on prolactinomas. Talk to your doctor about the risks for MRI in comparison to the risk of doing nothing. You can learn more about MRI risks vs. benefits here: http://www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=bodymr
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi everyone
I had the contraceptive implant in for just over 2 years and I had it removed over 3 months ago and still no period. I barely had any periods at all the whole time it was in so I have no idea when my last cycle was. Me and my partner are wanting to start a family so this very frustrating, any ideas how I can kick start my periods again? I am overweight and I thought that could be a factor so I have since started losing weight but I was wondering if there is anything else I can do in the mean time.
Any suggestions would be appreciated and I have already seen my GP who told me see what happens in the next 6 months (not very helpful)
Dalene,
I’m 18. And I’ve only had two shots of depo.
I got off depo due to the side effects and because I in the future want to have kids.
I have had a period that lasted for the 6 months I was on it but it was very light. Once I missed depo on Nov 17th I didn’t have a period until Nov 26th that passed. I have birth control pills that I haven’t used that aren’t due to expire for another 2years and I’ve been reading online that they can help regulate your period but what do you reccomend ? I don’t know what to do. Help ; Please!
Raven.
Hello Dalene, My name is Monique i am 23 years old, and in march 2006 to May 2007 i have been on Depo Provera and i had got my last shot in may. 3 months later i get my period and its not normal it’s lasting for a whole month, two months, then stops for 6 months and so on. Now it comes ever 8 months or so. July 2011 i was dianoised with Hypothroidism and my doctor says it can stop everything specially my periods, fatigue, depression, angry and etc that comes with it. Me and my fiance are TTC for a year and seven months my LMP 9/22/2011- 9/30/2011 And i thought if we babydance right after and every other day we did it and i thought maybe we was pregnant i went to the ER 11/11/11 i had uti/blood but im fine now. We are getting married april 20th and i would like to get started on these pills “Dong Quai” but would like to check with my doctor first. I do not want to do birth control cause then i feel like i won’t ovulate i need help… Please help me! Im hoping Dong Quai will bring and regulate my period. How long should i wait to start trying for a baby? Does it help me ovulate? And would i know that i am ovulating?
Hi Chloe L,
I definitely suggest reading our article How to Balance Hormones After Birth Control. With the Implant it can take up to 2 years for the body to begin a period again. The body goes through a lot of confusion and stress when coming off of birth control. Be patient with your body, give it time to adjust to the intense hormonal shifts that have to take place.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hello, I want to know if these products will help me to restart my cycle if you are in perimenopause. This will be my first year without a cycle, I believe I am entering menopause and I want to have another child. What can I do to promote my cycle to restart itself or is it true that you can’t fool Mother Nature!
Hi Raven,
What you are experiencing is very typical for Depo Provera. I am sorry that you are experiencing a completely irregular/messed up cycle! If you take another form of birth control it may or may not regulate your cycles. Progestin and estrogen contained in birth control is chemically created in a lab to imitate our natural progesterone and estrogen. When we use these birth control methods they are releasing hormones in our bodies at times they naturally would not, disrupting the menstrual cycle and preventing pregnancy. It is very confusing for the body when it is no longer being “told” what to do by these synthetic hormones. If you continue birth control, you will still be forcing your body to do something that is not natural for it. Taking birth control often puts women in a rock and a hard place, on one hand it is wonderful to have control over when you will have children, but at the same time birth control methods can be hard on the body and make having children later very difficult, due to hormonal imbalance. You can learn how to balance your hormones after birth control use, as well as how birth control methods affect your body at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi. I got the depo shot august 2010 after having my first son i stopped getting the shot august 2011 and it is now december 2011 and i have still not started my period and me and my husbdnd are wanting another child is there any sugestions you have on how to regulate my period again -danielle
Hello,
I tried the 30 day fertility cleanse after not having a period for 3 months. I’m on month 4 and still no period. What do I do next? Should I try vitex or the other supplement you recommend or go on another 30 day cleanse?
I’m pretty frustrated but I don’t want to take any of the drugs to get it started as I have read horrific side effects. Any suggestions are welcome.
I just received vitex 300 mg tabs and I haven’t had my period for 45 days, negative pregnancy test. Can I just start taking it today or do I have to wait until I get my period and start after menses?
Thanks,
KL
Hi Monique,
Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid is not producing enough thyroid hormones. This commonly happens when there is iodine deficiency. Work closely with your doctor to determine the best way to treat this condition. Please read our article about solving thyroid issues before conceiving. This article will also help you to learn how thyroid problems affect fertility and what you can do about it, read it here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/solve-thyroid-problems-before-conceiving-a-baby.html
If you are on medications for your thyroid or fertility, please talk to your doctor about taking Dong Quai. In order to find out if you are ovulating you will need to learn to chart your cycle or get some testing done by your doctor.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
hey
my name is aisha and im 18
my periods stopped a few months back and
im getting irregular periods time and
they sometime stops for months
what is the best to for my periods to be done every month
and be regular
thanks
I’m 27 years old, and just got married. I’ve been on the same birth control pill with no breaks, for about 9 years. I’ll be going off of it soon and I’m hoping for some recommendations on what to do first. I exercise 4-5 days a week, already eat the “fertility diet” about 95% of the time. I’ve read all about vitex, dongquai, red rasberry tea, etc. as well as different cleanses. I’d like to start something right away to avoid any drugs my doctor may push in order to get my period back. I’m prepared to be patient and am generally not a stressed person:) Which treatments are safe to take together and which should be taken alone? What doses? Cleanse while taking herbs? Thanks so much!
Vanessa
Hi Michelle,
The normal age range for women to naturally go through menopause is 45-55, with the average mean age of 51. If you are within this time frame and you have not had a menstrual cycle in a year or more, doctors consider this to be confirmation of menopause. Natural herbs and supplements cannot reverse this. You will need to speak to your doctor about options for pregnancy.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi aisha,
First I would suggest seeing your gynecologist, or if you have never seen one, find one in your area. It would be good to find out why you are not menstruating regularly. Next, if you are interested in natural remedies to help get your cycle back, it would be best to see a naturopathic doctor or skilled herbalist to help you.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Danielle,
You can learn the best ways to balance hormone levels after birth control use at this link: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Doing a consultation would be the best suggestion, as we could look at your health history and see what may be the underlying issue. Some herbs that can help with bringing on a period are black cohosh, ginger, vitex, motherwort and dong quai. There are many reasons one can not have a period… it could be diet related, stress related or hormone related so it is hard to say suggest which herbs will help you as I do not know the details of your health history.
You can begin using vitex at any time if you do not currently have a cycle.
I am 45 and have been trying to conceive since my marriage in January 2011. Husband has children from previous marriage but this is my first marriage. Tested my hormone and FSH was very high . Also tested tubes today and no problems detected thankfully. Third gynecologist I saw last week recommended high dosage of some injections to help monitor egg release but will only tell after finishing the dosage of injections that I am taking for 11 days.I am too much into herbs and unfortunately only read about vitex few days ago and just managed to buy some vitex leaves and started making tea (drinking 2-3 cups) first thing in the morning 2 days ago. my question, is it safe to do so while having other injections. i had asked the dr. about vitex but he did not seem to have an idea about this herb…my cycle usually not regular used to have it twice a month sometimes, sometimes every 23 or 24 days (if regular) but last month had what is called false pregnancy symptoms and period did not come for some 44 days and almost thought was pregnant as had all symptoms.anyother suggestions to help me conceive? Also have dryness in vagina while having intercourse, any natural remedy for this and to improve sex drive as well for me and husband?many thanks in advance. Rajiah
So my last period was October of 2010 i was told in April of 2011 that i have hypothyroidism i had a period in July, then nothing in august, i was put on provera in September and had my period for seven days after i finished the pills, but have not started my period again, will these work for me?
i’ve never had a “regular” period. in fact when i was having a regular cycle for 3 months, it was abnormal to me. seeing as i can go months without a period and then have a heavy or light period two months in a row and back to nothing. i also have gal bladder issues which apparently some of the symptoms are similar to pregnancy.. i’m trying to get healthy to become pregnant, but it seems like the more i try the more the door is shut in my face. i feel like i am a reproductive mute. any suggestions?
H am Dipalee Tulaskar 32 year old since last 2 months I am suffering for heavy bleeding , please suggest cause, remedies
Hi I’m Maria 41yrs old and having an early menopause, I don’t menstruate, and I had 3 failed IVF’s. I’m currently using da chinese herbs for 2 weeks and I’ve experienced that I’m discharging of which I didn’t discharge before this chinese herbs, I used da hormone tester and it was positive which means mi hormones were balancing, and does that mean I’m ovulating, is it possible to fall pregnant without menstruating. Pls help, your response will be highly appreciated.
Maria,
Yes, it is sometime possible to ovulate but not have a menstrual cycle, it depends on the reason you are not mensturating. I am not familiar with which herbs you are currently using. It would be best for you to consult with the practitioner who suggested the herbs for you.
It is hard to say why you have heavy bleeding. The best suggestion would be to see your doctor to help determine the cause as heavy bleeding can mean many different things. Once you know the cause it is then easier to suggest herbs/natural therapies that can help.
Hi Kat,
I would suggest for you to book a Fertility Consultation with us so we can look into your health history, diet and cycle in more depth. We could then put together some suggests that are specific for your personal situation. There are multiple things going on here that will need additional consideration.
hi my name is vannessa ive been in a 4 year relationship having unprotected sex ive been trying to concieve a baby for 3 years know but i do not get my period regularly anymore … i would really like to knoe what i can do to try and have a baby if you can please help by giving me advice id very much appreciate it … thankyou
Hi Vanessa,
I am glad to hear you are willing to be patient, as it may take some time for your body to adjust to being off of birth control after 9 years. The Fertility Cleanse in general is a great way for anyone who is experiencing fertility challenges to create a foundation for hormonal balance and a healthy uterus for implantation. Fertility Cleansing creates a “clean slate” within the body that helps the body to respond and utilize other natural remedies better. Because of this it is best to do a cleanse first, prior to beginning other herbs for fertility. All of the herbs you mentioned are safe for use together. Raspberry leaf is fine to consume while doing the Fertility Cleanse.
General Suggested dosage per herb…
Vitex: 1000mg a day
Dong Quai: 3120mg a day
Raspberry leaf: best taken as an infusion, 3 cups a day
You can learn more about the best steps to take when coming off of birth control here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Rajiah,
We do NOT suggest using vitex while also using fertility medications prescribed by your doctor. Vitex has been shown to alter the effectiveness of many fertility medications.
Women over 45 often need to focus on improving uterine and egg health as well as balancing hormones. A personal natural health care practitioner will be able to monitor and test your hormone levels as well as adjust remedies for your particular situation. Here are some guides that you may find helpful:
Fertility Cleanse: http://natural-fertility-info.com/prepare-for-conception
Egg Health: http://natural-fertility-info.com/increase-egg-health
Menstrual Health: http://natural-fertility-info.com/natural-menstrual-health.html
Improve Uterine Health: http://natural-fertility-info.com/uterine-health-for-fertility.html
Additional articles you may find helpful…
Cervical Mucous: http://natural-fertility-info.com/5-natural-ways-to-increase-your-cervical-mucous.html
Increase Libido: http://natural-fertility-info.com/fertility-libido.html
All the best,
Dalene
Hi Krystal,
Hopefully your doctor has addressed your hypothyroidism before putting you on Provera. Provera, while it may stimulate a menstrual period, does not solve your health problems. The herbs on this page may help, but not if your hypothyroidism is under control. You can learn how hypothyroidism affects fertility and pregnancy, as well as what you can do about it here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/solve-thyroid-problems-before-conceiving-a-baby.html
We offer consultations if you feel completely lost on what to do.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hello,
I wonder if you could help me. I haven’t had a period in 6 months.
Due to a sad situation (in march 2011) I lost 2.5 stone. At first it was sudden but I have gradually lost more due to a positive change in diet and exercise. I was nearly 11 stone and now I am 8 stone 8 pounds which is fine for my height of 5f 4″.
My periods have always been regular and I haven’t been on birth control for years, but I had to take the morning after pill in June 2011, having just finished my last period to date. This induced bleeding as normal at the beginning of July. I havent had a period since.
I exercise for 30 mins to 1 hr nearly every day.
I am very healthy and eat a balanced diet. I don’t smoke, I do drink from time to time socially, usually only at weekends and not excessively.
and I am under constant stress at work.
The doctor advised me that it is to do with weight and I have to gain some but I am not skinny or fat and for the first time in my life I feel just right and would like to stay this way. She said I am not producing enough estrogen which will thin my bones and the other option would be to take the pill to protect my bones. I feel reluctant to take the pill too as I desperately want a natural period and am scared of being infertile. Do you have any advice for me about things to take to get back to normal? Thank you so much for your time.
Claire Patterson
Hi Vannessa arvizu,
First off learning how to chart your cycle would be good. If you know if you are ovulating and when, you will increase your chances of conception. Next consider any of the tips on this page, as these herbs may help to regulate the entire menstrual cycle. Trying for a baby for 3 years is a long time. Consider seeing a doctor to find out if there is something that is preventing pregnancy from taking place.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Please help me! I need your help so badly. My period has suddenly stopped. I am so sure I am not pregnant. I don’t exactly know the reason why, but i have a hint its because of the pills (Diane 35) I was taking before. I was regularly having my period before and my husband and I has decided I should take a contraceptive pills so as to avoid getting pregnant. After almost a year of medication I suddenly stopped and since then I never had my period for four consecutive months. What should I do to get my regular menstruation back?
Hi, Dalene; in your comment #452 you wrote what doses to take and when about vitex and Don Quai but said don’t take it during ovulation if you are trying to conceive? I don’t ovulate so how would i know not to take them?
i don’t get a period unless it is with provera; right now i am not taking any herbs but i want to start naturally. Both vitex and don quai is ok to take together? but just stop taking it once period starts? Thanks so so much w/ all your help. ?)O(?
hi.
i had one shot of depo provera in early may of 2011 and i havnt seen a period since late april. my boyfriend and i would like to conceive but am finding this really hard because of having no periods. because of this i have gotten severly depressed. i need to find a way to get my periods back to normal, so i can stop feeling like this is all my fault for getting the shot. i have tried taking the pill to regulate but it didnt do anything so my doctor told me to just wait till they come back on there own. but i dont know when that will be. can someone please help me with this. i would highly appreciate it. thankyou
Rochelle.
Hi Claire Patterson,
Many women have irregular periods after taking the morning after pill. You are borderline underweight, but BMI does not actually tell us what your fat content is. So it may or may not be your weight. It may be that you do not have enough body fat. Having enough estrogen is important for healthy bone formation, as well as a healthy menstrual cycle. Women need enough body fat to produce estrogen. Body fat cells, called adipocytes produce estrogen. Estrogens are primary female reproductive messengers. Estrogen is essential for healthy bone formation, healthy gene expression, maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, and is vital for a healthy menstrual cycle. Women who do not have adequate amounts of body fat may have menstrual cycle irregularities, anovulation and infertility problems. It may be time to consider how you can increase your good fat intake and gain a little body fat.
It is really hard to say for sure what it may be, your weight, or the morning after pill, either of those could be the culprit. Add a lot of stress on top of that and your period may not come back for some time. Learn great ways to manage stress here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/stress-and-your-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Jean,
You can learn the best ways to get your period back and balance hormones after birth control use here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Nutmeg,
If you do not have a regular ovulation, you may take Vitex and Dong Quail all month long, except when you on your period. It would be really great for you to learn how to chart your cycle, that way you can begin to see if you are ovulating, when and this will help you to know when to take your herbs. Vitex and Dong Quai are safe for use together for most women.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Rochelle,
I am sorry to hear you are depressed. It is very confusing for the body to use birth control containing hormones and then one day not be getting those hormones any longer. Taking the birth control pill may further confuse your body. While it may bring on a menstrual cycle, it does not solve the issue of hormonal imbalance. Depo Provera is a very strong form of birth control, for some women it takes years to get their cycles back. You can learn how to balance your hormones after birth control here: http://natural-fertility-info.com/birth-control-fertility.html
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Dalene,
I have a question about Vitex. I have been taking it for about 3 months now, and it worked perfectly the first 2 months, I got my period right on time, but this month, nothing, it has been over 5 weeks, and I still havent gotten it. I did skip taking it for a few day because I was sick, would that be the reason that I got off my cycle? Or do you think I may need to increase the dose I am taking?
Hi Dalence,
I hope you can help me. Ever since I got married with my husband which is 3 year ago. My period have stop and I have gain weight. I thought I was pregnant but eveytime I took a home pregnancy test, the result is negative. So, I was worryng that something is wrong with me. I went to see the doctor and they did a blood test and the result was negative as well. The doctor told me that everything look fine and it might have do with stress or the weight gain. After while, my period came back every 3 or 4 months. But, then, it stop for about 8 months now and I’m worry again. So, I been eating healthy and working out to lose weight. I have lost a total of 30 pound. My period came back for a month and then it stop for 4 month now.
My husband and I decided that we are ready to have a baby. But, how can we conceive if I dont even get my period. What do you recommed that I should do? I was reading about the Vitex and Fertility Cleanse Kit and it seem to work very well. So, I thinking that i’m going to try it and see if I can get my period back to normal cycle. Can I drink both Vitex and Fertility Cleanse or do one at a time? Also, can I still drink green tea whiling I’m drinking both of Vitex and Fertility Cleanse. How long should I drink both of it before I can conceive? Can you please help me know. Is just too stressful and depression..
Thanks You,
Mylee
Hi krista,
Vitex works best when taken for 6-12 months consistently. You did not put what dosage you are taking, so I cannot comment on that. General suggested dosage is 1000mg a day. Learn more here: Vitex for Fertility Q&A
Best Wishes,
Dalene
Hi Mylee,
It may be your weight or some other reason. Obesity does lower fertility. It is difficult for the body when their is obesity and then weight loss. It is great for you to lose that much weight. Please be patient with your body, as it needs to adjust to your weight loss and diet improvements. Keep that up! Fem Rebalance is a great herbal blend specific to aiding women through times of hormonal imbalance due to weight loss, stress, or HRT. The Fertility Cleanse is a great place to begin. We do not suggest taking other herbs for fertility with the Fertility Cleanse. It may be best to begin Vitex or Fem Rebalance until the cycle after the Fertility Cleanse.
If you have been trying to conceive for over a year, you may want to ask your doctor for additional testing.
Best Wishes,
Dalene
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