If I am almost 7 weeks pregnant, should I continue taking Vitex until 12 weeks? Early pregnancy signs and symptoms statistics, pregnancy test statistics and reviews and many handy calculators. It's my first cycle trying it, so I don't have any success story to share yet. Thanks! Hi all, I'd like to hear about other people's experiences with Vitex. ", FIFA 23 has been out for a couple of days now, Long Term TTC Thread [Supporting Each other]. I got my bfp a week ago, currently 4 weeks, 2days! Did you guys all have to order your vitex online? I'm all for the natural approach (as much as I can) x, Is this your first cycle of clomid? I am so glad it worked out for you!! I took it until I saw signs leading up to ovulating. When I started I came off of BC too and had very irregular cycles. If you want to wean off vitex, i would do it very gradually over a few weeks and add in progesterone cream. Since we couldn't afford $900 a month on sperm I had to wait because we were moving due to a job my wife got in . I liked the way it starting leveling out my cycle, which is normally pretty sporadic. Hey ladies. 1997-2023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. From all that I've read, if i get a bfp on vitex i plan to wean off after week 12 when placenta takes over progesterone production. Vitex should be used all month long without a break. ). I do have them on hand but I supposed they won't prescribe more unless I have a blood test that comes back as low for progesterone. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. I take 1200mg a day (400mg pills, 2 in the am, 1 in the pm). It'll at least make me feel like I'm doing something else. beautiful baby and I'm wondering should I take this if I'm already pregnant? I had the hormonal IUS (Mirena) for over a decade and after having it removed I have had 24 day cycles with only 2 fertile days using OPK (one flashing smiley one solid . I've been on birth control for 6 years . (CD 33, Walgreens brand, first unmedicated cycle after 6 rounds of IUI) I just wanted to add that I take it with the approval of my fs and nd. My chart is normal and temperature is still up. group, Create post in "Soy Isoflavones, Clomid, Vitex & Femara Girls!" Also, when you give birth, your hormones go all crazy adjusting to not being pregnant anymore. Do not take vitex if your LH is elevated. Did you take anything else with Vitex? My cycles were long 45+ days. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. Vitex is very common in Germany so they have lots of studies on its use. Do you remember how/when you stopped taking the vitex after your bfp? You can also use a liquid tincture, like this. After doing tons of research, went out and bought Vitex. You don't need as much progesterone cream as a pill because it doesn't have to go through the liver and be metabolized. I was DEVASTATED on CD1. I've been taking it for 8months now though and I take it every day to stabilize and support my hormones. Track your cycles. So I'm happy with the results :). My baby is in the 95th percentile for weight and height and is happy and healthy. I have PCOS also so am on metformin to help regulate & am hoping with the help of Vitex I will also get my sticky bean x. Hi Billy, how long have you been trying if you don't mind me asking? I ovulate too early and then always have a few days of spotting before my period. I'm in Australia and I take a brand called Fusion and I take 2 tabs 2000mg in the morning. Even though I know they say it takes a few weeks to start "working." Good luck on that sticky baby! Hope you get your answer soon! Think they r xcellent :), can someone tell me about Vitex? July schedule - 1st started taking Maca and Vitex 2x a day 5th ovulated 12th period should have started today is the 17th - no period but occasional cramps, PMS symptoms but no sore breasts . Hi all! I had progesterone draws for a couple of months after O & those were good. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Im wondering if that would cause a problem with the lining to maintain a pregnancy. I haven't had any side effects. I've only been taking 400mg in the morning. How much vitex did you take? I haven't really seen evidence that Vitex is harmful but I just read on the boards about it. I just started vitex and i am going to take it all cycle long. Help! Had a miscarriage last June and since then my cycles have been very erratic.Wanting to go natural I started reading up on some things to help. thank you very much!! CD1 will be medium and by half way through CD2 its really only there when I wipe. Learn all the basics about female fertility, everything a woman should know before or while trying to get pregnant. It seems thereis justno diffinitive evidence that vitex is harmful or not harmful during pregnancy. Awesome, I love Vitex. I can seriously mess up your body and cycles. I decided to cut right back on sugar instead. I've heard of weaning off. SarahL420. All rights reserved. I weaned off it after my first dr appt though at 6weeks along. In fact, studies have shown that as many as 40% of the women who take Agnus Castus will get pregnant within six months, which is great! 20052023 BabyCenter, LLC, a Ziff Davis company. Soy Isoflavones, Clomid, Vitex & Femara Girls! Or maybe you are already actively trying to conceive. HOW LONG AFTER USING PRESEED/CONCEIVE PLUS DID YOU OR NOT GET YOUR BFP? Capsules: 900-1,000mg a day; Tincture: 60-90 drops a day; Which is the best Vitex to take? This page may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a small amount of money if you click through and make a purchase.All articles are written independently by the Netmums editorial team. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. and where i can purchase it and how much to take for how long ect.? I would do what your gut tells you. My cycles were 40-50 days. Vitex is not supposed to shorten your luteal phase but regulate you to around a 28 day cycle with a LP of around 14 days. Thanks girls! Any advise would be appreciated. I just started taking vitex this cycle and it's already moved up ovulation by 5 days! Use this calculator to help you decide when to take your first home pregnancy test. I know Chica also has her fs approval. Hi vitex worked for me too. . I actually think about you a lot & it gives me hope that we'll actually get pregnant again someday soon. Bfp after using vitex and Maca. Today is cd28 and 11dpo and no AF yet. Just thought I'd offer my story in case anyone's been looking into using vitex for fertility Congratulations! I have fibromyalgia, chronic pain condition. Good luck girl! The sugar thing is interesting is that just . I got my BFP and Im reading conflicting information online about whether or not to stop taking it. I have been ovulating on my own, but my cycles are quite long so I am hoping this will help regulate them a little. I'm a little nervous though because my acupuncturist recommended me stopping it once I get bfp. I'm also taking Maca but couldn't find anything about stopping it. Discussion in 'Pregnancy - First Trimester' started by Aspe, Feb 14, 2013. Good and bad! We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. Also, i had DH start taking fertilaid. Good luck! Only 80 mg a day. But Im on a little time line with our wedding so Im really hoping it happens soon. I got my BFP after my first cycle on vitex (for short luteal phase and spotting before AF) and was also taking B complex. during your period. Record your signs and symptoms. 2 months of taking the b6 and the Vitex, I got my BFP! About a week after the initialBFP Istarted bleeding and that was that. Got off in December 2015. I have been TTC for over 7 months now with a miscarriage in there. Court! You need 60-90 drops daily with a tincture. Hopefully vitex can bring a bfp my way! the first cycle i only took 1 (400mg) pill/day. I started taking it to regulate my period after coming off the pill (and hoped to get a bfp too) after more than 10 years but it just made them worse..have only just got my period back after close to 3 months. After 18 months of TTC'ing and irregular cycles, I started taking Vitex and it helped regulate my cycles, but my day 21 progesterone tests were coming back a bit low, so I investigated and vitamin b6 is awesome for boosting progesterone. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. . I'd stop taking vitex if I was you. I have taken vitex for 3 months now. Here is one source I used to help me make a decision on whether or not to take vitex, and how to take it. Draymond Green has won four NBA Championships and was named, Diablo 4 because the game world was "too thick. I was on the pill for 13 years. I just thought I should add this in case someone searches and finds this thread. The internet says stop, it can cause birth defects AND don't stop, it will cause a . Hope everything's going well for you. 11-11-2008, 02:00 PM. Congrats!! We start our next round of Letrozele in January & hoping with the Vitex included we will get our BFP. First month 30 day cycle and I got pregnant the second month on it and quit my vitex cold turkey after my BFP. This time I continued to take the vitex daily & started weaning off it slowly at 12 weeks. At that time the placenta will take over production. Some docs say to stop right away after a bfp. We've only been with the fertility clinic for just over 12mths cause my GP wouldn't refer me as at the time I was under 35, had to wait till I turned 35 before they would refer me. Like 96.3 instead of my usual 97.4. Sorry tmi! I've tried maca but it didn't agree with me. I do have longer cycles though (this one being shortest since loss at 33 days). I think the vitex keeps your mood stable and your brain clear so you can skip all those crazy emotions that arise due to hormone imbalance. Any drop in progesterone levels should be avoided. I was taking the recommened dose, which was three capsules a day. Hi there! I bought mine on Amazon. Jenn - did you have spotting 7-4 days prior to your period each month? Hubby and I are beyond excited. I just started taking Vitex this cycle too, along with Dong Quai and Evening Primrose oil. I *know* it helped my cycles. I am happy for you but again Vitex doesn't work for everyone. I have read good things about pcos and vitex. I've had fairly long, irregular cycles since coming off the pill in June 2013. I didnt know it was safe for nursing? we got pg. All rights reserved. After 8 months started vitex it regulated my period and third month got my BFP. Get pregnant. Get the numbers! I WOULD NOT recommend taking it without their approval. I read that it can take up to 3 months to start taking full affect, but lots of ladies notice changes in the first month. I take about 1500 mg a day. Congratulations, that's great news! I guess if it can't be patented and doesn't make some pharmaceutical company big bucks, no one bothers with studies. From what I've read it can help to balance out your hormones & help to build up the lining of your uterus (2 things that can really effect fertility). Is that the consensus? Has anyone's doctor told them anything about stopping Vitex after you get your BFP? Vitex and provera, how to take them together. Hmm, this has me wondering if I should take a break after I O since I'm taking to increase progesterone and lengthen my LP a bit. 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Has anyone has experience with this? The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. What signs and symptoms are most common on each day past ovulation? Took me 65 days to get my first period after stopping the pill. Symptoms that gave me a BFP at 8dpo (albeit a faint one!). After trying for a year I finally fell pregnant but miscarried at 7weeks. Tia. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use and privacy policy. I took 1200mg natures way vitex TTCsame dose through 1st tri, dropped down to two a day till I delivered and continue same dose. I was going crazy. Maca has normalizing effects on hormone levels. Thank you for posting this! What is going through your mind? Scared & confused! Occasionally I took Dong Quai too--but it caused bruising so I stopped. I also have PCOS. I keep getting told that this is definately not going to help me get pregnant. I'm taking 2000mg vitex to help regulate cycles. I have very irregular periods and used Vitex to help me conceive my second. Many women take more than that, but I am using caution until I can talk to my OBGYN about it. Over the course of 3 months it shortened them by 5 days each month. But I say keep taking it at least through the first trimester and then slowly ween off if you feel you should. We're all different! I'm 30 weeks in this pic, and . I saw the changes with my own eyes. Congrats!!!! Got pregnant that cycle but ended in a chemical pregnancy. Agnus Castus and egg white cervical mucus go hand in hand, but in an indirect way. Create an account or log in to participate. and I have regular periods? All rights reserved. Cycles were anywhere from 45-95 days!!! What info did you base this decision on? Ladies, on my first cycle of taking Vitex (400mg twice daily) I got my BFP (10dpo) after 2 years of TTC. I was beginning this week to drop it to 1 pill every other day, but am concerned that will be too much of a cut, and may cause my progesterone to drop too much? Vitex increases your progesterone levels (baby hormone) if you build a supply of it taking vitex and all the sudden you quit and your progesterone drops your body most likely will go wait whats going on theres not enough progesterone to support proper growth of this baby. I have read so many mixed reviews on it, though. I'm taking it right now, 800mg a day 1/2 in the morning and 1/2 in the afternoon. Next cycle ovulated on day 20 and got my BFP day 34!!! 3 weeks later I got AF. Hi all I just wanted to post this as hopefully will help others. I would do blood work first before deciding to take Progesterone cream. Again weeks went by, no period. Not only did it shorten my cycles but it also increased my LP length. It's also giving me bad heartburn and really sore boobs after ovulation. hello! Both times I took it prior to getting pregnant it was within two or three months:) good luck girl. Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. I ended up with a miscarriage and I know it's because I quit taking my vitex cold turkey and my progesterone bottomed out. This time I took it throughout my entire pregnancy till the day I delivered and still take during breastfeeding (I have had zero postpartum depression) once again because my hormone levels have been regulated by the vitex. I didnt take it my entire pregnancy but I did wean off slowly by the time I got to second trimester. I have been taking vitex for years while TTC as I have PCOS. It just stimulates your pituitary gland (the gland in charge of all hormone production) to function correctly! Had really long cycles and delayed ovulation but a normal luteal phase. We have been ttc for 1.5 years had all the tests and scans hubby had 1% morphology I have Hashimotos thyroiditis. When I got to day 55 of my cycle, I'd had enough and found out about vitex on the internet. 1/4tsp morning and night and keep it up until 3 month and then wean gradually again. It's amazing these herbs don't get more research. I'm so sorry you're dealing with CD1 again. I guess my concern is that now on vitex, my progesterone will seem fine but during/after weaning, will drop and not get detected soon enough. So I'm wanting to add something new this cycle. I am happy to report I got a bfp in my first month of taking it. Congrats!! Round two, breastfed my son past 1yr of age, around15 mos he slowed down feedings considerably. I was hoping it would help get my cycle back on track and extend my lp. I was going crazy. I stopped taking vitex 10 days after my BFP. In december I started taking femaprin(vitex extract 225 mg/vitex fruit 100mg/b6100mg x1daily). I do take it all month. Bookmarked! She did tell me that avg time to conception for couples our age is 3-6 months.& here we are. One says Positive, the rest say negative! it was my 2nd cycle on vitex when i got my bfp. Religiously take it and My guess is you will get your BFP here soon. Any success stories from using this? I'm so shocked ! Agnus Castus is an herb that has been used to help regulate a womans cycle for a long, long time. We found I am hypothyroid which is really important to treat when you are pregnant and can get your cycles out of whack too. GL & babydust!!!! Can you give me some insight on that? I was thinking about stopping but your experience gives me hope! Gave birth to a beautiful healthy boy :) I'm really interested in this. Ive been taking Vitex for almost two months and just had a period. Any information greatly appreciated! I'm not sure about vitex and hoping to get more insight myself, but all the best with clomid, it took 3 attempts for us, we were told the last round didn't work but a few weeks later I found out I was pregnant so think they helped gear everything up! Posted 3/22/16. You have a nice regular cycle and a good lp, don't ruin it!! Exists only to promote a product or service. I was taking this for severe PMS. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. so he was on that for 2months when i got my bfp too. Has anyone's doctor told them anything about stopping Vitex after you get your BFP? Guaranteed. I know in my heart thats why I miscarried the first time. Nonetheless I hope it works for you! Share the highs and lows of this time, and meet other women going through the same as you. I'm not sure what else is in fertilitea so I don't know if the answers about vitex or fertilitea would differ. I hope that's the right decision. I'mveryworried about stopping the vitex. BH - I can't recommend vitex enough! If anyone has any questions like I said I have researched this herb for countless hours and happy to help. FX we both get our BFP's very soon. I also have my 16 yr old DD taking 1 tab each day but that's for PMS and Acne and it's working. Remember, all vitex does is stimulate your pituitary gland (hormone regulating gland) to function properly. . I bookmarked this post so please keep me updated! and How long did it take you to get you BFP? A reasonable person would find this content inappropriate. Fingers crossed but i have no preg symptoms yet, Congratulations BabyCat & thank you for the post. I just saw this thread, and even though I'm in 2nd trimester, thought I'd pop in. Also, i had DH start taking fertilaid. Symptmes de grossesse ne jamais ignorer, Moyens naturels pour dclencher l'accouchement. I tried it one month and got pregnant that month - however the supplement I was taking have me the runs really bad! Group Leaders arent expected to spend any additional time in the community, and are not held to a set schedule. Verified OB-GYNs are online around the clock and ready to answer your question online or by phone. it was my 2nd cycle on vitex when i got my bfp. :) I was taking 225mg once a day. After doing tons of research, went out and bought Vitex. I would wait to see if it's a BFP and/or another month to give Vitex a chance to adjust. I haven't noticed any side effects so far. At least I havent read anything that would indicate vitex would do that. Please specify a reason for deleting this reply from the community. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. It's supposed to take a few cycles before working, and I think all it really does is regulate your O date, so if that's not a problem for you I'm not sure it's worth it. ! pain in my c section scar early second pregnancy, https://natural-fertility-info [] +and+vitex. A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. I was taking 800mg (2 pills) a day, from before ovulation until about 2 weeks ago, then dropped it down to 400mg (1 pill) a day. And congrats on your bfp! I really noticed the hormone swings in month two but since then I just feel balanced and happy! We have booked in aug to have my egg count etc as Im 39 and was getting worries. Normally when Im off birth control I rarely get a period. Although no one had tested my progestrone levels? Does anyone have any insight? Even if I'm not preggers it is worth it. This discussion is archived and locked for posting. I got pregnant on my 3rd cycle coming off the bcp and during my 1st cycle of taking Vitex. What if you've been on the Pill for 10 years? I haven't talked to my OB again yet. Our DS was a surprise pg & the baby we lost took 2 cycles to conceive. Worked for me partially My cycles were long and I used to spot few days before period. Was recently diagnosed with pcos. Do you thinkvitex would help even if you have regular periods? It was the only thing that ever regulated my periods with no prescription required. It could very well be coincidence but it was cycle 8 and FWP wasn't even the best. But I hope it works for some of you like it did for me and please dont stop taking it if you do become pregnant. I havent taken it but my cycles are just like this and I have gotten pregnant. 8.15.07 NATHAN 6.13.09 - 6.14.09 WYATT born 32w3d Gone too soon, RIP. Using vitex, I got my cycle to be a lot shorter, with O around CD 17-18. Fingers crossed it works for both of us!!! The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. Track your fertility signs to help pinpoint ovulation and your fertile window to increase your chances of conceiving. I was having the most irregular cycles after I went off the pill. I decided that I'm going to stop taking it as it hasn't done much for me in 3 months me. so maybe give it a shot?? Well, within 3 days of taking it AF came, I was amazed. I got pregnant with my July baby the second cycle on Vitex. After 18 months of TTC'ing and irregular cycles, I started taking Vitex and it helped regulate my cycles, but my day 21 progesterone tests were coming back a bit low, so I investigated and vitamin b6 is awesome for boosting progesterone. I took Fertilaid for the cycle before my BFP, whichI believe has Vitex in it. 3. Preseed- how long did it take for you to conceive using this? Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. I got a faint BFP at 10 dpo and immediately started weaning myself off vitex over Dont stop taking it when you get your BFP until you at least make it two second trimester then wean off slowly if you choose after that. (Really need to research to find out what's best for me I guess) thankyou for your reply and definitely keep me updated! The last month i decided to take Maca and vitex after my friend got pregnant first month after trying for years and my hubby took his vitamins vitabiotics pre conception for men religiously for the last two months ( as he wasnt before [emoji849]) I took pregnacare conception for last year. All rights reserved. That's vitex I'm talking about. Dh has a child from a previous relationship so I knew all a long it was me. I stopped BC in NOV and Im hoping it regulates my cycle and helps get a BFP. Awwww looks at that face! Id say this month you will feel more normal and next cycle will be a pretty regular one. Get your answer in minutes, 24/7. Started spotting lightly 7 DPO-10 DPO on and off with slight cramping a few of the days. Get the days best CHAT sent straight to your inbox, I have read and understood Netmums' Privacy Notice and Terms & Conditions. I mean that Because Im not bleeding very much diring AF Im wondering if theres an issue with the lining building up enough. Has anyone used preseed? Hi there! After my third loss I was angry and I dove into books if all kinds about fertility. He is 15 months old now. I took three 400mg pills a day until ovulation. Hi congratulations, I have started taking vitex too, I'm 2dpo on my tww. Dtswife.. Why were you taking vitex? I have PCOS but have regular cycle of 35 days. How long will it take to get pregnant? Do u have regular cycles before taking vitex. Maca can also be taken all month with a break during menstrual bleeding and is great for the male partner as well. Fingered crossed the Vitex is the right combination for you. My guess would be vitex has delayed your ovulation and messed you up a bit. I am so excited and happy that vitex worked for me !! Boo! I hear it works but want to know the conditions. However, I noticed my temps were so low and erratic. Will you be able to conceive? If you really feel uncomfortable with it, I would ask your acupuncturist to get you natural progesterone cream to start immediately after you quit taking the vitex. I started taking it (Thompson's 1000mg), and a week later I ovulated. I have read conflicting information about how long to take it. I found a few things that would help me and vitex was one. I started taking to regulate my period after BC, because everyone says it takes so long for AF. The views expressed in community are solely the opinions of participants, and do not reflect those of What to Expect. While I am excited I am also a nervous wreck and I know that can't be helpful!When do I stop the Vitex? I had read that vitex could regulate your cycle so I started taking it. Vitex takes just a little bit to build up in your system. I got back on the Vitex and three months after D & C I got pregnant again. After ttc for 8 months with no luck and irregular cycles I started natures way vitex. How much did you take? More posts in "Soy Isoflavones, Clomid, Vitex & Femara Girls!" I've just got my bfp a few days ago after using it for the 1st time but now unsure whether I'm supposed to stop taking it on carry on with it. If Vitex is being used as part of an herbal blend containing other herbs, use as directed on the bottle. I started seeing a naturopath who recommended taking vitex so here I am. My cycles have been pretty regular (but pretty light) since having my dd & I honestly think it helped up get our bfp quicker this time around. Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. I'm not an expert or anything (no where near close - just do lots of googling), but yeah I think it could help even if your cycles are regular. I heard is not good during ovulation.. how should i take it? He has settled down a little bit since I come off for Macca. Good Luck. Learn more about. Between the spotting and cycle length Im also not bleeding a big amount. I have been taking vitex (1500mg daily) for approximately 4 months (with a break from BFP to MC October/November) due to long anovulatory cycles of ~85 days. My worry is if I stop, my progesterone will drop dramatically, and therefore, cause a miscarriage. Last month I had a chemical pregnancy. Goodluck, hope you get your BFP asap. I've read a few articles about Vitex and how it can help if your LP isn't long enough and may help increase production of progesterone. Continued to take it until the 12 week mark and then slowly weaned myself off. Learn more about. Estrogen will thicken the lining and then if the egg gets fertilized during ovulation then progesterone will start going up and stay up for the babe to keep growing!There isnt anything synthetic about vitex and there are no hormones in it. I've had January , February, and June periods. Took it down to 325 due to migraines. I tried progesterone cream and B vitamins the next month and got pregnant again and this one is sticking so far, I'll be 8 weeks on Monday and feeling wonderfully like shit lol. If you have low progesterone and vitex was supporting that- then quitting cold turkey is what causes the miscarriage- your body wasn't making adequate amounts to prevent the shedding of your endometrium. Good luck! Well do what the pp said for the days you don't use the vitex use a suppository and slowly make the wean. I started on cd1 and I noticed that I am having a lot of blood clots. And congratulations on your beautiful baby. Select your day past ovulation to see the statistics and to get an understanding of what result you can expect. Vitex is not for everyone though. Day 15 still no smiley on clearblue ovulation tests. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. I do take it all month. 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