Irregular periods can be quite bothersome for a woman, whether married or single. However, it can be more troubling in case of married women whose desire to conceive gets affected greatly. Irregularity in periods makes it difficult to track the ovulation time. Planning a pregnancy thus becomes very difficult.

But that doesn't mean you can't get pregnant if you have irregular periods. Read on to find out how you can make it possible.

What does it mean to have irregular periods?

Basically, “periods” refer to the monthly menstrual cycle of women whereby they experience blood  discharge from their pubic region as a result of ovulation process. When your menstrual cycle is either longer than 36 days or shorter than 21 days, you’re said to be having irregular periods. In most cases, women with irregular periods have their periods in alternative months. If you miss the periods on one or two occasions, there is nothing major to worry about. However, it becomes problematic when you have that all the time. It’s necessary you consult a gynecologist for help. There are a number of factors that can lead to irregular periods. Nevertheless, the situation can be handled by qualified medical personnel.

Getting pregnant while you’re having irregular periods is quite possible. Here are some tips that can help you in that regard. Have a look:
 

• Track Your Menstrual Cycle: You need to learn how to track your irregular periods if you want to conceive. Watch what happens every month and try as much as you can to note the irregular days you notice the period running. You can mark that in your calendar or diary. If you’re able to track the irregular period well, you’ll then know when the fertile days are available for you to conceive.

• Observe each session of irregular period: You will have to maintain a diary to record all that happens during each session of irregular periods. Note down whether the periods are painful, heavy, light or clumsy. This information is very important as it will help you track down the fertile days. You’ll also need them when you consult your gynecologist.

• Go for Fertility Foods: There are fertility foods that help irregular periods. You need to be eating them often. For instance, chocolate is a nice food that helps irregular periods. It contains flavenoids which is loaded with estrogen. This helps a lot in making your menstrual cycle run better. You can also ask your doctor to aid with other things concerning fertility food items that can be of help.
   
• Try other natural means: There are some natural means that can help you conceive while you’re having irregular periods. You can engage in acupuncture and other recommended activities. Take natural supplements as recommended by your doctor.  
   
• Consult a Gynecologist: A well trained gynecologist can help with pregnancy in case of irregular periods. Look for a reliable gynecologist who can assist you. In most cases, the gynecologist will have to carry out several blood tests in order to check your ovulation process. Often, you may be ovulating during irregular periods without knowing. Your doctor helps you a lot in predicting your ovulation and controlling all that go on during the irregular periods. A discovery of your ovulation session is very vital since you can only conceive when you have sex at such periods. Your gynecologist is the only person who can predict that for you.
   
• Stay Updated About Pregnancy Matters: It’s important that you become an avid researcher and reader on pregnancy matters if you want to conceive despite all odds. There are many books and articles written about menstrual cycles, ovulation, irregular periods and other related issues. Gather such materials and read. The more you read, the more you’re likely to be exposed to various solutions that can help you become a mother despite your condition.

With these tips discussed above, the issue of irregular periods should not be a concern any longer. Always make sure you’re in touch with your gynecologist all the time. With his or her help, together with your optimism, you’re sure to  get pregnant in the midst of your irregular periods.

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