Read this term somewhere and now its stuck in my head. We are trying since almost a year, so just want to understand what delayed conception actually means. Anyone who can explain in simple words?
True, it basically means either taking longer than expected to get pregnant or conceiving late in the cycle. Don't worry too much, just follow your doctor's advice.
To be absolutely safe, it's best not to guess these things online and just book an appointment with your gynac. They will do a proper scan to check if the baby's growth is normal and explain exactly when you conceived.
Oh, I was reading about this recently because my ultrasound dating was different from my period date! My doctor said I ovulated late, which basically delayed my conception by a week. Did your ultrasound also show a different gestational age?
It just means taking a bit longer to conceive or ovulating late in the month! Don't let it stress you out, stay happy and positive because stress makes it harder 😊. Sending you lots of good vibes! ❤️
Don't worry at all, sometimes our bodies just take a little longer to adjust and conceive, and that is completely natural. When I was staying at my maika, my mother always told me to eat healthy and not stress about dates because god has his own perfect timing.
If you are worried about delayed conception because you've been trying for long, don't rush into expensive fertility treatments directly. Start with simple lifestyle changes first, and maybe a basic health check-up at a government hospital or affordable clinic to see if thyroid is normal.
Actually, delayed conception can mean two things. If you are trying, doctors define it as not being able to conceive even after 1 year of unprotected intercourse. But if you are already pregnant, it can refer to late ovulation where you conceived late in your cycle, which is why your scan shows fewer weeks than your period date.
