How long does it take to find out if you are pregnant?

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I had unprotected sex for 3 times this month on the 12, 18 and 25 day. We have just started trying for a baby. I have taken 4 home tests (OK, I couldn't wait!) and they were all negative. Today is the date that my period should normally arrive, and I have tummy cramps and all pms signs. I have not had any pregnancy signs, except from bloating and sore breasts. I am in agony... Can anybody drop any piece of advice/support? :-)

I can't help with an answer but I'm right there with you! We've just started to try, and this time I've got all the signs of PMS/early pregnancy. How cruel is nature making them similar in so many ways?

I took a home test on the second day of my missed period which came out negative which was gutting. I had all the signs but like you, I couldn't help myself. Having said that, 3 days on and there's still no period. I hope that you get the answer you want. I'm trying to convince myself that when it's the right time, it will happen... Not easy really.

Thanks to everyone out there who writes into this website. I've found so much comfort in reading all your questions and answers!

OK so i found out i was pregnant about a week and a half after my missed period. I also found out that I pregnancy test takes about 3 weeks to come out positive bc thats about how long for the fertilized egg to get down to the uterus and attach itself. I asked the dr out of curiosity. she said anything les that about 20 days not show up positive.. Good luck ladies

Generally it takes two weeks from the date of conseption to have a positive test result. If you are unsure about the date it is best to test a week after your period is late.

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