Any questions?

Menstruation & Ovulation

• Calculate the 1st day of your menstrual cycle
  

  Could you advise how I calculate the first day of my cycle? During my last period I bled very little on the Tuesday, on the Wednesday there was some blood , on the Thursday I used a panty liner. On the Friday my period was normal and on the Saturday the flow decreased. Should I consider Tuesday as the first day of my cycle?

  The first day of your cycle corresponds to the first day of bleeding, i.e. the Tuesday.

• What do you mean by the last period?
  

  What do you mean by the last period: the first or the last day of the period?

  If you are asked for the date of your last period, this means the day it started, i.e. the day corresponding to the first day of bleeding. This is the first day of your cycle.

• Ovulation
  
  Can you get pregnant one or two days after ovulation?

  As long as the egg is still in tact, then you can get pregnant. However, the egg only survives for about 24 hours at the most.

• Fertile period and sexual intercourse
  

  My fertile period began on 29 June. I was told this was the best time to have sexual intercourse if I wanted to get pregnant. When is it best to “do it”?

  Often, as soon as a woman knows she is fertile, the couple increases the frequency of sexual intercourse. So that the sperm is of a good quality, it is recommended to wait a day before making love again. If you know your ovulation date (temperature method), sexual intercourse that is most likely to lead to fertilisation can take place a day before and a day after this date.

• Regular cycle = regular ovulation?
  

  My cycle is as regular as clockwork. Does that mean that I always ovulate on the same day?

  It is likely that you always ovulate on the same day every month, give a day or two.

• Periods after childbirth
  

  I gave birth to my son nearly six weeks ago. When will I next have a period?

  This varies from one person to another. If you are breastfeeding, your periods won’t come back yet. You can usually expect to have your first period after the eighth week. The blood will be more brownish. After a while, this discharge will cease and you will get your normal periods again. The blood will be more red and the usual period pains will return.
  If you are breastfeeding your child, you will have to wait several months before your periods come back. Careful: you can still get pregnant before your periods return.

• Fertility after childbirth
  

  I gave birth to a little boy nine weeks ago. My husband and I had unprotected sex after eight weeks. I am afraid I may be pregnant again. Two days after sexual intercourse, I started taking the pill again. When can I take a pregnancy test?

  It is not clear whether you have ovulated or not since you haven't had a period since you gave birth. If you are late, I would advise to wait two or three weeks before doing a pregnancy test. If your periods have returned, then you aren’t pregnant.
  The pill you have begun taking again will only start being effective as from the second pack. Until then, use extra precautions!

When to take the test

• Why do the test after a cycle?
  

  I am wondering why I should wait until my period is supposed to start to take the pregnancy test. If fertilisation has occurred, then shouldn’t the test be positive already?

  A pregnancy test reacts positively to a sufficient concentration of the hCG hormone present in urine. The fertilised egg which secretes this pregnancy hormone needs time because it is still very small. If you are late, enough time has gone by for the hormone to be detected and for the test to be positive.

• Taking the test the first day you are late
  

  I am currently three days late and I took the test the first day I was late. The result was negative. I wasn’t expecting it. I stopped the pill three months ago and my periods are regular again and always have been. I am wondering if I shouldn’t have waited a bit longer before taking the test. How reliable is it?

  You may well have taken the test too early. Wait another week and do it again. Your body will have had enough time to produce a sufficient amount of the pregnancy hormone to be detected by the pregnancy test.

• 8 days late & a negative test result
  

  I am currently eight days late and have tested negative. What should I do? Wait another week and do another test or make an appointment with my doctor? I have started feeling nauseous, etc.

  Not everyone ovulates on the same day. Subsequently, each pregnancy can start earlier or later. I would advise you to take the test again in a week's time. If it is negative again, then it probably means that you are not pregnant.

• Should I take the test if I am premenopausal?
  

  The menopause often starts with irregular periods. Your periods can stop for several months and then return. Is a Predictor test effective for premenopausal women? Do these women secrete particular hormones? In short, can a premenopausal woman still take the test if she thinks she may be pregnant?

  A pregnancy test reacts to the hormone (hCG) secreted during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, even during the premenopausal phase when the hormones are different, the Predictor test will give you a reliable result.

• Stress, diarrhoea and test
  

  Can stress and a nervous disposition influence the test result? When I am stressed, I suffer from diarrhoea.

  The pregnancy test is not affected by stress or a nervous disposition. Either you are pregnant or you are not. On the other hand, it could well be your nervous disposition that is causing the diarrhoea, which won’t harm the embryo in any way if you are pregnant.

Wanting to get pregnant

• Not pregnant yet after two years: what should I do?
  

  I have been trying to get pregnant for two years and I am not stressed. However, I don’t know what to do anymore and I would like to know why it isn't working. I hope that you can advise me.

  Do an ovulation test so that you can find out when you are ovulating. The first day of your period corresponds to the first day of your cycle. In general, ovulation occurs 11 to 13 days later indicating your fertile period. In case you are not ovulating or in case of any irregularity, consult your gynaecologist. In any case, don’t panic and consult your doctor.

• A rise in temperature and abdominal pains
  

  My husband and I have been trying for a child for several months. Today, I am exactly one week late. I have been taking my temperature for the past three months. For the past week, it has been 37.0. I am also suffering from abdominal pains. Could it by that I am already pregnant and my uterus is working? I haven't done the test yet because I am frightened of another disappointment.

  In this case, it would be better to take a test to be sure. A temperature of 37 degrees together with the symptoms you have described could lead to believe that you are pregnant. But only a test will tell. Good luck!

• Pink discharge
  

  Since June 2004, I have been taking my temperature and I follow my cycle closely. Every day since implantation occurred, I get a pinkish discharge up until my next period. Is this normal?

  In my opinion, you are confusing implantation with ovulation. Implantation together with bleeding only occurs in pregnant women. Therefore it cannot occur every month. If you observe pinkish discharge between ovulation up until your period, then this should not stop you from getting pregnant. There can be many reasons. To find out why, I would need more information about your case. Ask your doctor for advice.

• Pregnancy: what are the symptoms?
  

  What are the first signs of pregnancy?

  The most common symptoms at the beginning of pregnancy are nausea (especially in the morning), tiredness and tender breasts.

• When do the signs of pregnancy appear?
  

  After how many days following conception do the symptoms of pregnancy appear? You hear all sorts of things: some people feel it straight away and others only after receiving a positive result from a test.

  The symptoms of pregnancy start to appear at different stages for different women. These symptoms are caused by the pregnancy hormone hCG. Some women react more than others at certain concentrations. The first symptoms (the most common) are tiredness, nausea (morning sickness) and tender breasts. If you do not have any of these symptoms, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you are not pregnant.

• Chlamydia & fertility
  

  My doctor has recently diagnosed that I have Chlamydia. I am really worried because I want to have a baby and I have read that Chlamydia can cause sterility.

  Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can cause a blockage of the fallopian tubes. If it isn’t treated, Chlamydia can cause a lot of damage. In serious cases, an attempt can be made to unblock the tubes through laser therapy. You are being treated but it is also important that the person who gave it to you is also treated, in case he gives it to you again. If you have had it for a long time and you are having difficulty in getting pregnant, your doctor can carry out a hysterography in order to assess the state of your tubes. Your illness has been diagnosed and you are receiving treatment. It’s likely that the disease has been caught in time. Many women have been able to have children after Chlamydia.

• What is implantation?
  

  I recently experienced a small amount of bleeding and I have a feeling that I may be pregnant - Is this normal?

  Bleeding at the moment of implantation occurs or can occur when the fertilised egg arrives in the uterus (via the tubes) and attempts to implant itself in the uterus wall. Since this wall is highly vascular, a loss of light red blood may occur. The egg literally "nibbles" into the wall, which causes bleeding. There is only a slight loss of blood and it only last two to three days.

• Quality of sperm / ovulation
  

  If you have sexual intercourse during your fertile period should you be making love every two days due to the quality of the sperm? Also, if I have come straight off the pill, will I ovulate straight away?

  It is preferable to make love every two days during your fertile period, this is due to the fact that a man has had more time to produce optimal quality sperm. Having been on the pill for a long time doesn't mean that ovulation will take a long time to occur. You can ovulate straight after stopping the pill.

• Temperature method: how does it work?
  

  We are trying for a baby, and I have recently started taking my temperature. But I am not sure what the differences in temperature are, could you please explain.

  The first day of your period corresponds to the first day of your cycle. You should start taking your temperature on this day. Supposing you ovulate normally, you will see that around day 11 to 13, your temperature will increase by more than 0.2 degrees before going down. This indicates that ovulation has occurred.
  
  Use a Predictor Digital Thermometer for an accurate reading. Ensure that you take the reading at the same point every day. First thing in the morning as soon as you wake up is the best time.

Recently pregnant

• The first signs of pregnancy
  

  I would like to know more about the first symptoms during the first week of pregnancy. What do you feel and what exactly happens?

  The first few signs of pregnancy are tiredness, nausea (morning sickness) and tender breasts. These symptoms appear during the first few weeks of pregnancy. During the first week, you are unlikely to feel any signs as the concentration of the pregnancy hormone is not sufficient enough to cause side effects.

• Periods during pregnancy
  

  Can you still have periods at the beginning of pregnancy? How do you feel during the first few days of pregnancy?

  Women do not experience periods during pregnancy as the body does not produce an egg each month. However, there can be bleeding when implantation occurs. It only lasts two to three days and there is only limited bleeding. During the first few weeks of pregnancy, the most frequent minor troubles are tiredness, nausea and tender breasts.

• When do you feel the baby move?
  

  I am 24 weeks pregnant, and I am wondering if I should have started to feel the baby move yet?

  Feeling those first, tiny sensations inside are a key landmark of your pregnancy. And when those movements become vigorous kicks, you know everything is going well. If this is your first pregnancy, you may not even notice your baby moving around immediately because you won't be familiar with the sensation -- which many women describe as a gentle fluttering motion. For a first pregnancy you will probably be aware of something at around 18 to 20 weeks. For subsequent pregnancies, when you know the tell-tale signs, first movements can be felt earlier, at around 15 to 18 weeks.

• Heavy discharge
  

  I am 26 weeks pregnant and I sometimes have heavy discharge. So much so that when I get out of the shower, for instance, the “fluid” continues to drip down my legs. These secretions are a whitish/yellowish colour with no smell. Is this normal?

  Yes, it is completely normal. During pregnancy (and all the more so at 26 weeks), the uterus and the vagina are highly vascular in order to prepare for giving birth and to feed the foetus. As long as the discharge is whitish/yellowish, with no smell or itchiness, then there is nothing to worry about. Use sanitary towels and avoid washing yourself with soap. Simply rinse your vagina with fresh water. The more soap and creams you use, the heavier the discharge will be. Also avoid wearing synthetic underwear.

• Morning sickness
  

  When does morning sickness usually start?

  Morning sickness in pregnant women is caused by the pregnancy hormone beta-hCG. In general, you first experience morning sickness during the fourth to fifth week, but it is not the same for all women. Some pregnant women don’t suffer from nausea at all during their pregnancy.
  Nausea occurs especially in the morning because beta-hCG is secreted during the night. In the morning, the concentration in the blood will therefore be higher. That is why it is preferable to use the first urine of the morning to do a pregnancy test.

• Painting and pregnancy
  

  I am five weeks pregnant and I am busy repainting our house. I have heard that pregnant women should not use varnish or gloss paints, but is it okay to use water based paints?

  It is fine to do the painting whilst you are pregnant, providing that the room is well ventilated and you use water-based paint. Don't sleep in freshly painted rooms and stay away from ladders!

• White spots on the nipples
  

  I am pregnant and I have recently noticed small white spots on my nipples can you tell me if this is normal?

  These white spots are normal. As a result of pregnancy hormones, breast size increases in pregnant women. It is one of the first signs of pregnancy (tender breasts and highly sensitive nipples). The breasts are more irrigated, increase in size with larger nipples. This is totally normal and is a positive sign of pregnancy.

• Toxoplasmosis
  

  My husband has just been diagnosed with Toxoplasmosis. I have heard that this can be dangerous if caught in pregnancy - is this correct?

  Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called toxoplasma gondii, which is a microscopic organism. It can be caught by eating anything infected with the parasite. This includes directly eating anything with infected cat faeces in it (for example soil), or eating raw and undercooked meat, or eating unwashed fruit and vegetables, or consuming unpasteurised goats milk and goats milk products.
  If a pregnant woman feels there is a risk that she may have been infected during her pregnancy or would like to know if she has already had the infection before her pregnancy (and is therefore immune) then a blood test can be carried out.It has been estimated that only 40% of pregnant women with toxoplasmosis will pass the infection on to their unborn child. This means that about 800 babies each year are infected with toxoplasmosis

• Pregnancy and mosquitoes
  

  Does the blood of pregnant women contain a substance that attracts mosquitoes?

  In general, during pregnancy, the level of acidity varies (decreases) to prepare the organs for pregnancy and childbirth. This decrease in acidity encourages urine infections and mycoses because the environment is more prone to bacteria. Mosquitoes may indeed be more attracted. From a scientific point of view, this has never been proved.

• Liquid secreted from the nipples
  

  I am only 11 weeks pregnant but I have already noticed that my nipples are secreting a liquid. Is this normal at such an early stage?

  Yes, it is possible. Owing to the pregnancy hormones, liquid can be secreted from the nipples (well) before delivery. However, it doesn’t matter. Simply clean the nipples to prevent the growth of bacteria which could cause a mammary inflammation (mastitis). But this is very rare.
  During the last weeks of pregnancy, the breasts may produce a milky discharge (colostrum). A normal nipple discharge is a thin, cloudy, whitish or almost clear fluid that is not sticky. However, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, a slightly bloody discharge sometimes occurs normally.

• Likelihood of having twins
  

  There are twins in our family. My father is an identical twin (monozygotic) and my mother an unidentical twin (dizygotic). What is the likelihood that I will also have twins or a multiple pregnancy?

  Only dizygotic twinning is hereditary. Monozygotic twinning occurs as a result of an additional division of the cell, the cause of which lies with the woman. The likelihood is difficult to assess. I would advise you to have a scan as soon as you are pregnant in order to check.

Food & vitamins

• Folic acid: for how long?
  

  For how long do you need to take folic acid tablets?

  Folic acid is useful during the first three months, to prevent spina bifida (malformation of the neural tube) and a cleft palate. This supplement can be useful after the third month to maintain iron concentrations. Folic acid is present in all pregnancy food supplements. It is certainly not harmful.

• What should you eat to encourage digestion?
  

  I am 26 years old and two months pregnant with my second child. I am suffering with constipation and am wondering what advice you can give me to treat this matter.

  Pregnant women may experience constipation, which can be very uncomfortable.This is because the whole digestive system is influenced by hormonal changes during pregnancy. It is important for pregnant women to look after their diet and maintain regular bowel habits to avoid unnecessary discomfort. Drink lots of water, eat lots of fibre and move around a lot this will help ease your discomfort.

• Drunkenness and pregnancy
  

  I wasn't aware that I was pregnant, and I went out for an evening and consumed quite a lot of alcohol. Will this have had a harmful effect on my baby?

  All alcohol a pregnant woman drinks can effect the baby she is carrying. The alcohol passes directly through the placenta from conception right through till birth. One or two units twice a week is highly unlikely to have any impact on the baby so you can still enjoy the occasional glass of wine. However, any more than this and in particular excessive drinking can seriously affect the baby’s development. Substantial alcohol consumption during pregnancy can cause a variety of problems for the baby including physical and mental deficiencies. It is also a common cause of women having miscarriages. It simply isn't worth the risk.

• Omega 3
  

  Should I take an omega 3 supplement during my pregnancy?

  A good pregnancy diet is well-balanced and addresses you and your baby’s specific needs. Omega 3 rich foods are particularly essential. Omega 3 foods can provide your baby with the energy and materials necessary to good physical and mental growth. Omega-3s are also important for your own health and well-being during pregnancy.

• Forbidden foods
  

  Yesterday, I took a pregnancy test and I am pregnant. I also did the test on this site to find out how far gone I am. It turns out that I am five weeks pregnant. I have an appointment with the doctor tomorrow. Nevertheless, I would like to know if I should avoid certain foods. Yesterday I ate toast and soft cheese - is this safe?

  Cheese is an important source of protein and calcium for pregnant women but certain kinds do need to be avoided. Pregnant women are advised not to eat soft, mould-ripened cheeses, such as brie or camembert, and blue-veined cheeses, such as danish blue and stilton. This is because these cheeses are more inclined to allow growth of bacteria, such as listeria, which can harm your unborn child.

Work and sport

• Lifting heavy objects
  

  My work involves some heavy lifting. I am 13 weeks pregnant, should I ask my employer to find me some non manual work?

  It is a requirement by law that all employers adapt the workload of an employee should she become pregnant. Therefore it is a good idea to speak to your employer.

• Horse-riding: until when?
  

  I have recently become pregnant. I enjoy horesriding but I am wondering if now that I am pregnant I should stop?

  Horse-riding is not recommended owing to the risk of falling which can be very dangerous. It also depends on how well you master this sport and your horse, etc. The more advanced your pregnancy, the greater the risks.

• Sports {step}
  

  I am crazy about sport. I would like to continue step while I am pregnant. Is it possible? Can I continue doing abs?

  You can continue doing sport (step) as long as you like. However, at the beginning of your pregnancy, it is better to avoid doing abs. The uterus is also a muscle. It could align with the rhythm of the exercises and cause a miscarriage and/or early contractions.

• Pregnancy and saunas
  

  I am three months pregnant and I love going to the sauna. Is it dangerous?

  Saunas and pregnancy do not go together. Owing to the extreme heat, the body of a pregnant woman has greater difficulty cooling down (it is also responsible for the child’s blood circulation). Furthermore, the sauna is a breeding ground for bacteria, which love warm and humid places, and to which you will be more vulnerable in your condition. Moreover, the “cold shower” after the sauna can cause a sudden constriction of blood vessels which can also have an effect on the placenta.

Contraceptives & anti-conception methods

• The pill and pregnancy
  

  I have taken the contraceptive pill for a long time, and found it to be very effective. However this month during the second week of taking the pill I got my period. I felt sick and had pains in my lower abdomen which I am still suffering from. Can I get pregnant whilst taking the pill?

  If you take the pill correctly it is likely to be almost 100 percent effective. However, vomiting, diarrhoea and certain types of medication can alter the effectiveness of the pill. If you take the pill according to the instructions, then there will be no ovulation and therefore there is practically no chance of getting pregnant.

• Fertility after stopping the pill
  

  When do you become fertile after you have stopped taking the pill? Ovulation occurs fourteen days after the first day of your period. However, this principle does not apply in this particular case since they are not “real” periods. The leaflet says that you are most at risk if you forget to take this pill during the first week (after the week off and the week following your period).

  After stopping the pill, your period starts. It is not a real period but the elimination of the uterine mucous membrane as a result of the hormones stopping. The mucous membrane will then slowly form again while an egg gets ready. In general, ovulation takes place two weeks after the so-called period. That is when you are most fertile. This period varies from one person to another.
  By blocking ovulation, the pill prevents conception. During your first week of taking the pill, the hormonal levels are still low. If you have forgotten a pill, ovulation can still take place. Therefore there is a risk of pregnancy. During the third week of taking the pill, the concentration of hormones is enough to block ovulation.

• The contraceptive pill and alcohol
  

  Does the pill still work if you drink alcohol?

  The pill still works if you drink alcohol. However, antibiotics will indeed influence its effectiveness. It is advisable for women who want to get pregnant to significantly reduce their intake, and even stop drinking alcohol altogether.

Medical questions

• Pre-existing high blood pressure
  

  I suffer from high blood pressure and and I am under a specialist. My blood pressure has been very good (120/80) for the past six months. I was wondering if the doctor can advise me or would be able to tell me what I should do. What are the possible complications?

  If you are pregnant you should have regular blood pressure checks. High blood pressure (hypertension) commonly develops during pregnancy. It is often mild which is not usually serious. In some women it becomes severe which can be harmful to both the mother and baby. Some women with high blood pressure during pregnancy develop pre-eclampsia which is a more serious condition. It is advisable to contact your specialist who will be able to advise the bests steps for you to take during pregnancy.

• Asthma & sperm quality
  

  Is it true that the quality of sperm is not so good in men who have asthma?

  No, asthma has no effect on the quality of sperm. However, medication can affect it, however, there is no need to worry about it

• Giving blood and pregnancy
  

  Would you advise against giving blood during pregnancy? I am not sure whether I am pregnant.

  It is not advised to give blood during pregnancy. Most blood banks take half a litre per session. During pregnancy, a second circulation system is established, that of the child. All the blood is necessary to supply the foetus with nutrients.
  If you give 500 cc of blood, your body has to compensate for this loss. Your child is in great need of blood for food, growth and gaseous exchanges.

• Parents with different blood groups
  

  I am a young woman of 28 and I would like to ask you a question. Both my partner and I are Rhesus negative. Is there an incompatibility and is the pregnancy at risk owing to the concordance of our Rhesus factors?

  The mother and the child have a different circulation system. If the mother is Rhesus negative and the father is Rhesus positive, the child can be positive (the father’s factor).
  Should there be any contact between the two types of blood (eg accident or during child birth) there is risk of incompatibility between the mother and the foetus. The mother produces antibodies against the child’s blood. This can lead to severe anaemia and serious consequences for the child. Which is why the mother is given an antibody (anti D) injection to neutralise those she has possibly developed. If the child is negative, no antibodies are produced and therefore there is no danger. If both parents are negative it is impossible for the child to be positive, and so there is no risk of incompatibility.

• Nicotine patches
  

  I have just found out that I am pregnant (5 weeks). I have always smoked and am finding it very difficult to stop. Can I use nicotine patches? Are they harmful?

  No, it is certainly not advisable to use nicotine patches during your pregnancy. Not only is smoking harmful to you, but with every cigarette that you smoke, your baby is smoking it too. Smoking whilst pregnant can lead to low weight babys. It is extremely important that you quit smoking for you and your unborn childs health.

• Group B streptococcus
  

  I have often had thrush. I had a smear test which also revealed the presence of group B streptococcus. Can I still consider getting pregnant? Would it be a risky pregnancy?

  Many women experience thrush whilst they are pregnant. Hormone levels change dramatically during pregnancy and this creates high levels of sugars in vaginal secretions. If the extra sugars aren’t broken down quickly, candida will use them to grow. Thrush should not affect the foetus as it develops in the womb, but it may be passed on to the baby during vaginal birth. Most babies are exposed to yeast at birth anyway and it generally doesn’t cause a problem. If babies develop thrush, it is usually in their mouths and is easily treated. Ask your GP or midwife for more information.

• Abdominal pains & intestinal cramps
  

  I am six weeks pregnant and I am experiencing bad intestinal cramps and pains in the uterus, like a period. Is that possible? If it is, how long will it last?

  Pains in the lower abdomen, in the area of the pubis (around six weeks) are completely normal because the uterus is in full growth. A lot of things are happening behind the pubis. As long as you don’t have cramps, associated with other symptoms (bleeding), you shouldn’t worry. Only a scan at 11 to 12 weeks will tell you for sure. So no need to panic for the moment. Constipation accompanied by abdominal cramps is frequent in the beginning, even during the whole pregnancy. Eat a diet rich in fibre, drink a lot of water and continue to move.

Predictor pregnancy test

• How reliable is Predictor?
  

  It has been clinically proven that Predictor is 99 % effective. It is as reliable as any other pregnancy test carried out by a doctor.

• How does Predictor work?
  

  When a woman becomes pregnant, her body starts to produce a special hormone known as hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotrophin), which is present in urine and increases daily. Predictor is uniquely designed to detect very small amounts of pregnancy hormone in your urine, so you can test from the day that your period is due.

• How do you use Predictor?
  

  Predictor is capable of detecting the hormone hCG in your urine. It is more than 99 % effective from the first day your period is late. If your periods are irregular, take your longest cycle as the basis and add a day. You will thus avoid doing the test too early on. It is possible, though not recommended, to carry out the test before the day your period should start. However, the result would not be 99 % reliable. You might be pregnant but the quantity of hCG secreted would not yet be detectable. Furthermore, an early positive test is not reliable either. Indeed, many pregnancies at this early stage (i.e. detected before the day your period is supposed to start) end naturally.

• Must I take the test in the morning?
  

  No, you can use Predictor at any time of day. An excessive absorption of liquid just before the test is nevertheless likely to dilute the pregnancy hormone. Therefore, make sure you don’t drink anymore than usual before taking the test.

• No line has appeared in the test window after five minutes. It appears a few minutes later.
  

  If the line shows in the test window within 30 minutes, the result is positive, whatever the intensity.

• How long will my result remain visible before disappearing or changing?
  

  A positive result doesn’t change. However, the background can become darker in colour. You can keep the test as a souvenir if you like. Should the result be negative, a very discreet line will appear in the test window after more than 30 minutes. This coloured deposit is not a positive result. Important! You should not read the result after 30 minutes.

• Can I use the test if I have collected my urine in an appropriate recipient?
  

  Yes, as long as the container used is clean and dry. Do not use detergent or solvent to clean it. Test right away: immerse the urine absorber in the urine for at least 10 seconds. Pay attention that the urine level does not go above the plastic casing of the stick. Wait for 5 minutes before you read the result.

• What should you do if the result is positive?
  

  If the test result is positive, we advise you to consult your doctor to discuss the rest of your pregnancy. Prenatal care is very important for the health of the mother and baby.

• The result of the test indicates that I am not pregnant but I still have my doubts.
  

  If the test indicates that you are not pregnant, it is because it has not detected the pregnancy hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin). Perhaps you have miscalculated the expected date of your period. If your period still hasn't started within a week, take a new Predictor test. If the result remains negative and your period still hasn’t started, consult your doctor.

• Can medication affect the result?
  

  Predictor is only affected by fertility drugs which contain hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin) or hMG (human Menopausal Gonadotropin). Other fertility drugs (such as Clomid), antibiotics, painkillers or the contraceptive pill, should not affect the result.

• Can I use a Predictor test several times?
  

  No, you can only use a Predictor test once.