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Delayed Period After Stopping Birth Control: Causes & What to Expect


Question
Hello, i have been off oral contraceptive since Sept 27th 2010, I had my period Oct 25th, but i havent had one since I am 10 days late on my period.. my boyfriend and I are trying to get pregnant. All pregnancy tests that i have taken have come up Negative.. 4 in total.. Whats going on!

Answer
When a period is late, it usually either means that you're pregnant or that you didn't ovulate, since ovulation is what brings on a period 2 weeks later.  Not ovulating is common, often from stress or other things.  It often takes care of itself with time.  If you don't start having regular periods within a month or 2, I would see your doctor to figure out why you're not ovulating.  Best wishes.