clomid question

[jo31]

Hi
We have started ttc # 2 and have been unsuccessful so far. I understand that these things take time but I am not a very patient person. It took us 12 months and 1 miscarriage before we conceived our beautiful baby boy who is now 22 months. Just before I fell pregnant I was prescribed clomid and got the prescription filled but never got the chance to take it as I finally conceived naturally. My question is does anyone think it would be a bad idea to start taking clomid to increase my chances of conceiving this time? The tablets are still within the used by date and they are just sitting in the cupboard. Now that I have decided I am ready for another one I am deserate to fall pregnant and dread the thought that it could take another 12 months.

Also does anyone know if clomid increases the chance of twins??

Thanks for your feedback.

Jo

[Melanie&Lucky]

Hi there.

Yes, Clomid can increase the chance of twins as it is a Follicle Stimulating Hormone and can produce more than one egg in your ovaries. When I first used it, I had 3 follicles (was being monitored by a fertility specialist), but unfortunately, didn't get pregnant with it. Every woman's response to these tablets would be different. You may wish to consider seeing your doctor or a fertility specialist before taking it, especially if twins or triplets isn't the result you may wishing for. Good Luck!!

[Little_Toad]

jo31.

I'd have professional monitoring if I was you with clomid.
There can be very bad side effects and you need to have ultrsounds while you are checking to make sure your ovaries aren't enlarged.

Thats why you can only get clomid though an OBGYN and not a general practitioner.

Don't stuff up your chances of having children permanently by being impatient.