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female
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30-35,
anonymous
writes: Me and my boyfriend had sex last week and I am worried as I am 2 days late on my period. we used a condom but I am worried that it split although I didn't hear it. What are my chances of being pregnant?
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reader, Clarey  +, writes (3 January 2007):
 I don't think there is very much chance that you are pregnant. Two days late is nothing. Sometimes condoms split in a way that can not be seen, but you would have to be very unlucky.
If you can afford a pregnancy test get one and put your mind to rest. You are sensible to use condoms to avoid the risk of pregnancy and contagious diseases, but maybe you should consider adding another form of contraception such as the pill to make sure that there is no way it can happen to you.
I agree with one of the aunts who wonders whether you are old enough to handle all of this. Reading that you are worrying about it so much makes me wonder more. I hope that you have the kind of relationship with your parents that means you can discuss these fears. Remember that when females have sex they usually spend emotional currency, even when they can not feel it at that moment. Sex is not a recreational activity that you have to do because everyone else is! It was invented for making babies and for making two people who love each other, even closer.
Getting pregnant would not be a disaster if you were in a stable relationship and were old enough. You are still young and tender so be careful with your own feeelings. I hope you can understand what I am saying.
You may have started your period by now and be feeling very relieved! I am not sure which country you are from, but if in the UK, Tesco does the cheapest test (£4 ish) I have found so far and they sell it as a single.
Have a word with your doctor?
Best wishes.
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reader, katiemarie +, writes (2 January 2007):
 You have a 50/50 chance of being pregnant.
before you panic i would work out your dates again just to be 100% you havent got it wrong.
Maybe you have missed a few days and will come on soon that happens to alot of women.
The other option is to take a pregnancy test.
Best wishes
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reader, carrie_cares +, writes (2 January 2007):
 Try not to worry to much. I know thats an easy thing for me to say but there could be more than one reason why your period is late, stress being the main factor. When your stressed or worried about something it can affect your periods. Diet changes and illness such as colds or flu can affect your menstrual cycle too. So try to calm down and if your period doesn't come after a week then take a pregnancy test and visit your doctor to put your mind at rest.
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reader, willywombat +, writes (2 January 2007):
 You need to go and see your family GP and tell him of your fears. I suggest also buying one of the very early pregnancy tests. They are extremely sensitive to the hormones created during pregnancy and can be used from the first day of a missed period. If you are choosing not to proceed with the pregnancy then you need to be as quick as you can really in order to have as few problems as possible should you choose to terminate.
Good luck.
xx
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reader, Phoebe Halliwell +, writes (2 January 2007):
 Hey,
I can'r help wondering why, in your problem you don't seem to be thinking, "Why did I do it at such a young age? Why didn't I wait??" But ho-hum, that's life.
The only definate way to be sure if your preganant or not is to take the test! If you're not sure if the condom split (they only work like, 97% of the time anyway so everytime you have sex there is the 3% chance you could get pregnant, even with the condom.)And then your period is late (have they always been on time before?) I just think you need to talk to your Mum and take the test. Therefore, if you're not pregnant she knows about it and can support you (and she can always be there for you while you take the test if you decide to) And if it turns out you are pregnant you won't have to drop that massive bomb shell on her, cos she'll already know there's a chance of it happening
Hope this helped
Phoebe xxXxx
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reader, anonymous, writes (2 January 2007): Two day still falls within that grace "timetable". It isn't anything to worry over...when you miss two months...worry.
Give it a few more days and then head to the Family Doctor's and address this health concern to him/her. She can help you sort out fears of pregnancy and guide you to how to become more effective when it comes to birth control and safe sex practices.
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You need to talk to Mom. Mom should be there at your side going...Okay...I don't think it is best you are having sex at such a young age...so what are we going to do now?
Get some counselling as well because it is a cause for concern when youth go against their parent's teachings...wouldn't want any underlying resentment and anger at them cloud your judgement to the point where you are going against their teachings as a form of rebelling-it will only cause you hurt be it emotional, mental, spiritual and physical.
Please involve your parents ASAP and still go see Family Doctor or a clinic.
Best Wishes Little One.
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