Or do I slowly wean off it? This is the first month taking it and I've already had one more fertile day than normal and better cervical fluid. We were TTC for almost 2 years, got more serious after nothing happening first 6 mos. After temping and realising that my Luteal Phase was too short for a sticky baby. My sister is studying to be a naturopath & she asked her boss who is a qualified naturopath as I had the same question. It is also used for a range of other conditions, such as acne, headaches, colds and upset stomachs. Some part of me was still hoping for a bfp though Michele Ross is the content editor at HUM. I was wondering if anyone had had side effects, which differ between people I know, or any success getting pregnant on it. My periods have been all over the place since I came off BCP two months ago. My cycles are wacky now. : Hi ladies! BellyBelly Life Subscriber Jun 2009 Sydney, NSW 2,140. Since then, I have recommened Vitex to 2 close friends, one with PCOS, both are now pregnant after only taking it 2-3 months. I also got my bfp with vitex earlier this month. I try to share the success of Vitex with everyone I know who is TTC because it definitely works. VX holders can receive daily ViteX Dividends from a shared dividend pool which aggregates all trading fees accumulated by ViteX and redistributes back to VX holders. I have seen very mixed claims about this. Hidden • • 7 Replies. In order for conception to take place, a woman must have a regular menstrual cycle and ovulate (release an egg from an ovary). I had only taken it for 3 weeks when it worked. After 6.5 months of on and off ttcing. Hi everyone! I feel so much better since I started taking it. I couldn't seem to understand why I wasn't getting pregnant until I did research of my own and found out that I was all off balance with my hormones a lot of unanswered questions then became clear to me then I found out about Vitex .   Menopausal Symptoms . And how long did it take you to get your BFP on it. I don’t take OPKs I just go off my period app and I was thinking I was pregnant because not only is my cycle like clockwork every month but I also had really sore BBs and I was tired all the time. Digital minimalism, clean skincare, and the Oxford comma make her heart sing. Its says not to take it if you're pregnant. Been on it for 2 years, still nursing my dd, short lp, and got a bfp last Saturday. Hi Ktgirl, I took Vitex earlier on in my TTC journery. Advertisement . VX has no pre-sale. It produced a 31-day cycle. I'm taking; Hi, Well our youngest dd has had a bfp this morning, omg we can’t believe it!! 19-12-2016 23:34 #2. As a final reminder, it’s important to discuss taking vitex—as well as any new supplements—with a medical professional to see what will work best for you. It is mined exclusively by the ViteX community and is used to allocate rewards back to the community. Just wanted to know. Supplements after bfp. My Instagram: http://instagram.com/vitalivesfree I tried taking the Vitex herb and it was a bit of a disaster. Hi everyone. Stopping vitex at BFP? Anyone have experience with what to do about vitex once you get a bfp? Others claim that it is safe through your first trimester and possibly longer. hopeful. I just had my Vitex baby on 01/18/18. This is my first cycle right after a failed IVF and I felt good at first but now I’m starting to have more cramps. In a more recent study (published in Advances in Therapy in 2014), taking vitex once daily for three menstrual cycles appeared to reduce the intensity of premenstrual symptoms such as bloating, irritability, headache, and skin problems. BFP with DHEA CoQ10 Vitex Black Cohosh Low AMH Story "Extracts from a Story" "Hi everyone, Am exactly 43.7 years with this natural BFP. I have PCOS and these symptoms just started poking their heads out after my miscarriage. So hoping the vitex helps. Vitex agnus castus – or chasteberry – is not recommended for pregnant women. I am taking it 2xday and I also am taking Red Raspberry Tea. I've recently started taking Vitex/Agnus Castus to improve ovulation and cycles. Starting the Letrazole tomorrow, and am currently taking pre-natals, coQ10, Royal Jelly, Bee Pollen, and Propolis. The details state one bag lasts one cycle, even with two cups a day for the first two weeks I still have about half a bag left. Personally, I believe in playing it as safe as humanly possible when you are pregnant. I took Fertilaid for the cycle before my BFP, which I believe has Vitex in it. I would love to hear others experiences taking Vitex. When you take the vitex, did you stop taking it after you got your BFP? Those using hormonal contraceptives should use caution when taking vitex due to its hormonal effects. I'm Cd15 today and this is the best opk I've had (ttc 5 cycles) - my others were never stronger than the control line, this one was (pic doesn't show that too well but it was). I am wanting to know if anyone has had good sucess while on it. Thanks, Kate . Some sources claim there is not enough data to conclude that doing this is safe. I am attempting an unmedicated cycle this month around and keeping my fingers crossed. I started taking Vitex exactly October 28 and today, Nov 29 I got my period after a 70+ day cycle. Do I stop it straight away since I have only been on it 5 days? Alyssa • Wed, Apr 01 • Mama in UT / California transplant / oh it`s snowing again! I read on the internet today that many woman take vitex when ttc.ive started taking it today.apparantly its supposed to increase fertility and balance hormones.my hormones are imbalenced so i am hoping this may help.i have been ttc with my husband after a silent m/c for 5 months.x Early days as her af isn’t due until Sunday but her temp has stayed up much longer than normal so she thought she’d check. 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 smiley). I've been taking it for several years now -- first started when I went off birth control and my cycles were really irregular and very long with very painful cramps. November 30, 2017 at 11:23 am. Any advice would be welcome! I ordered some online today. Good luck and great choice for the Vitex. The usual dose of maca is 500-1000 mg per day (as per most bottles), either in capsule or powder form. I'm wondering if anyone here has experience with continuing to take Vitex or weaning off of it after getting a BFP. We've been trying for close to 3 years with no success. I don't know if it was that or my timing was better, but it probably doesn't hurt to try. I've read conflicting things - some say stop taking it right away, some say take it until 13 weeks to avoid potential miscarriage...anyone know what's best? I posted a test yesterday and everyone said BFN... Then today got a light BFP!!! I'm just wondering who has taken vitex for cycle balance and/or help with ttc. 2 months of taking the b6 and the Vitex, I got my BFP! I got pregnant with #2 after two months of taking Vitex (as well as Vit B6 and EPO) and I got pregnant with #3 one month after I started taking Vitex. I have been on it for two weeks. Do you think I started taking the Vitex too soon after IVF? Did you stop taking it and start progesterone to sustain the pregnancy??? I would like to know if anyone had any sucess with Vitex and getting a BFP after using it. I got months where I don't ovulate. Finally, be aware that vitex may cause some changes in the menstrual cycle. I tested all 4 days but the tests kept coming up negative. Vitex after BFP? I went and got some, but when do I start taking it? Maca can also be taken all month with a break during menstrual bleeding and is great for the male partner as well. Not spotted since. hoping for BFP as it would be my first… Reply. Vitex should be taken from after menstrual bleeding until the next month’s bleeding begins. Maca has normalizing effects on hormone levels. I knew I was going to get my period as I got very tender breasts for 3-4 days prior to my period beginning, this is something that never ever happens to me. Hi Alisa, I have endometriosis and started taking Vitex a week and a half ago. I also came on my period 4 days late. The only way to get VX is through mining. The expert view Agnus castus is a traditional herbal remedy for irregular periods, female infertility and PMS. After ttc for 8 months with no luck and irregular cycles I started natures way vitex. Board Hopping- Congratulations! First month 30 day cycle and I got pregnant the second month on it and quit my vitex cold turkey after my BFP. I was just on the border of ovulating. I have PCOS and I missed my period in October so decided to try Vitex in hopes of bringing my period back without any provera. Last edited by onthefly; December 23rd, 2009 at 05:17 PM. ? This was my first month taking it. I've also just started taking an Iodine supplement for thyroid health. I started taking this tea while on my period and I had two cups a day until ovulation and then I had a cup a day randomly until I received my bfp 3 days before missed af. Christie says. You can stop vitex straight away but if you are prone to miscarriage, keep taking & wean off by 12 weeks. It was my first cycle taking a lot of new supplements, so I wanted to share my experience with you if you guys are interested! Did you do something else while on it. Thnak you! There’s no evidence that vitex interferes birth control but it makes sense that there could be some interaction. I have low progesterone. I've been taking Vitex for two cycles but last cycle took 400mg and upped it to 800mg after I started spotting. After those I knew I had to do something different so I took a month off and tried Vitex. I decided to start taking vitex 5 days ago as (after negative pregnancy test) and today I just got a BFP! PRIVATE PARTY™ supports vaginal and urinary tract health* SHOP NOW. Told it would never happen, but here to offer some hope and inspiration to those over 40 and wondering if they will ever hit the Golden Egg jackpot. Make sure I dont do anything to harm the baby. by Michele Ross. To understand how vitex works, let’s first look at female fertility. Good or bad please let me know. 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. CharlieBrownGirl. Finally got my BFP at (3weeks 3days ). For information they have been ttc for just over a year. December 22nd, 2009, 10:14 PM #2. My next two cycles were 25, 32 and 35. I've seen many ladies talking about baby aspirin. I went for my 7 week ultrasound followed by a 9 week ultrasound and no heartbeat was detected at either time. 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. Any advice? Got my BFP w/ Vitex, B6, Progesterone, Evening Primrose Oil, and DIM! I don't know if I'm prone as this is my first pregnancy so I'm weaning off. The study involved 60 women, ages 18 to 44. 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