If you had unsafe sex and have other symptoms of pregnancy, but the pregnancy test is still negative, it is reasonable to retake the test in a few days.

Did you know that you might not ovulate every month? It is called an anovulatory cycle and it may occur from time to time with any women. Ovulation may not happen due to many factors, ranging from stress and sleep disorders to serious illnesses or age.

How pregnancy tests work

There are two types of pregnancy tests; one uses a urine sample, the other a sample of blood.

Both tests detect the presence of a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). This hormone is produced by the placenta shortly after the embryo attaches to the uterine lining and builds up rapidly in your body in the first few days of pregnancy.

If conception didn’t take place, it is advisable to consult your doctor. Pay special attention to your cycle and your changes, log the details with the MIA app to be able to track this data and provide your ob-gyn with all the necessary information.