{"id":6261,"date":"2021-03-07T22:17:54","date_gmt":"2021-03-07T21:17:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/the-pregnancy-test\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T21:37:04","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T19:37:04","slug":"the-pregnancy-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/the-pregnancy-test\/","title":{"rendered":"The pregnancy test"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"1078187186\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><span class=\"\">With your period late you ask yourself the million dollar question:<\/span><em><span class=\"\">\u201cWill I be pregnant?\u201d<\/span><\/em><span class=\"\">How \u201ctwo simple lines\u201d can change your world, right? In this indescribable way, your new life begins full of uncertainty, some fear and a lot, a lot of excitement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">Throughout the following lines we talk about<\/span><strong>pregnancy test<\/strong>. Keep reading!<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_2403\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2403\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2403\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Pregnancy test results\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo-1536x1024.jpg.webp 1536w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo-600x400.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2403\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Emotional roller coaster while waiting for pregnancy test results<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<div id=\"1785469155\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h2>I am pregnant?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1818882037\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><span class=\"\">The symptom par excellence that makes one wonder about the possibility or not of pregnancy is<\/span><strong>absence of menstruation or amenorrhea<\/strong>. However, it is not the only one that can make you doubt. Other symptoms you may notice are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/physical-changes-of-pregnancy\/\">Physical changes of pregnancy<\/a> as <strong>breasts<\/strong> with a larger volume and\/or more sensitive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Nausea<\/strong> and even disgust towards certain smells or flavors, which can have an impact on your <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/nutrition-during-pregnancy-what-should-you-eat\/\">nutrition in pregnancy<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Abdominal swelling and pain<\/strong> similar to that of menstruation or ovulation.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"\"><strong>Unexplained mood swings<\/strong> that influence <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/emotional-health-during-pregnancy-what-you-need-to-read\/\">emotional health<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"\"><strong>Dizziness and fainting<\/strong> due to lowering blood pressure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"\"><strong>Constipation<\/strong> derived from hormonal changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"\">Increased tiredness and disturbances during <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/sleep-during-pregnancy-why-do-you-feel-so-tired\/\">sleep during pregnancy<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"\">Your body is wise and is sending you signals. At this point, maybe it&#8217;s time to take a pregnancy test, right?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">In ancient times our grandmothers and great-grandmothers asked themselves this question. As we know, there were not as many advances as we currently have, so they implemented their own home pregnancy tests that consisted of <strong>mix urine with all kinds of substances<\/strong>: vinegar, bleach, oil, natural soap, toothpaste,\u2026 It has even been experimented with frogs! Nevertheless<\/span> these tests <strong>they have no scientific evidence<\/strong>.<span class=\"\">With current pregnancy tests, the aim is to find out whether or not you are pregnant \u201csimply\u201d<\/span> urinating on a test strip easily, quickly and accurately. You can get it at any pharmacy or supermarket and it is usually around a more or less affordable price.<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_2404\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2404\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2404\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo.png.webp\" alt=\"The first sign of pregnancy is amenorrhea or absence of menstruation.\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo.png.webp 1080w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo-1024x1024.png.webp 1024w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo-768x768.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo-600x600.png.webp 600w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Estoy-embarazada.-Los-primeros-signos-tras-el-test-de-embarazo-100x100.png.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2404\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>There are different pregnancy tests that you can find in any pharmacy at an affordable price.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<div id=\"1151770388\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\" data-uialign=\"center\">\n<h2>When do I take the pregnancy test?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1640801330\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><span class=\"\">After ovulation in the middle of the cycle and subsequent fertilization of the egg, the implantation of the embryo occurs in the walls of the uterus between 6 and 10 days later. It is at this moment when the<\/span> hormone <strong>chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)<\/strong><span class=\"\">, known as the<\/span> pregnancy hormone, begins to appear in your urine. This hormone is responsible for <strong>protect the embryo and stop the menstrual cycle<\/strong>.<span class=\"\">Despite what many people think,<\/span><strong>choose the day correctly<\/strong><span class=\"\"><strong>taking a pregnancy test matters<\/strong>. Because? Until some time after conception, hCG is practically imperceptible. The hormone levels will increase significantly as the days go by. Here you can read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/fertility\/\">fertility<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1392452545\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h3>If you have a regular cycle&#8230;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1568818315\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><span class=\"\">If your menstrual cycles are regular, the calculation of the possibility of an imminent pregnancy will be easier. For the results of a pregnancy test to be reliable we must <strong>wait at least<\/strong><\/span><strong>3-4 days late of the estimated date of the period or do it 14-15 days after having had unprotected sexual relations<\/strong>.<\/div>\n<div id=\"1428040129\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h3>If you don&#8217;t have the regular cycle&#8230;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1570776728\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">Not knowing with certainty when your period comes can make pregnancy detection a little complicated since you will not know exactly when it is a good time to take the pregnancy test. What do we recommend in these cases? Take the test at least <strong>one week past the scheduled date and <span class=\"\">even repeat the test about 3 weeks after having sex<\/span><\/strong>. Repeat the test days later and if in doubt, call your doctor to have a blood test done. Here you can get more information about <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/sexual-health\/\">sexual health<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_2405\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2405\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2405\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo.png.webp\" alt=\"When should you take the pregnancy test?\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo.png.webp 1080w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo-1024x1024.png.webp 1024w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo-768x768.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo-600x600.png.webp 600w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/El-test-de-embarazo.-Cuando-realizarlo-100x100.png.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2405\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>It is vitally important to determine the best time to perform the pregnancy test.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<div id=\"1403566668\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h2>What pregnancy test do I choose?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1502806619\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><span class=\"\">There are different types of pregnancy tests. There are even those that determine the weeks of gestation.<em>\u201cWhich one do I choose?\u201d<\/em>-you will think.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">At SingularMom <strong>tea<\/strong><\/span><strong><span class=\"\">We recommend that you purchase a test that is as sensitive as possible<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\"><strong>so that it can detect the slightest concentration of hCG<\/strong>. In general, all tests are usually<\/span> 97-99% accurate as long as they are used correctly.<\/div>\n<div id=\"1328786448\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h3>How do I do it?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1357817158\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><span class=\"\">It is true that almost all pregnancy tests can be performed at practically any time of the day. Nevertheless <strong>We recommend doing it with the<\/strong><\/span><strong><span class=\"\">first urine in the morning<\/span><\/strong> since in this way we ensure that the <strong>degree of hormone concentration<\/strong> be <strong>elderly<\/strong> and is better detected.<span class=\"\">Whichever test you choose, it is essential that<\/span> follow the instructions <span class=\"\">printed: dip the strip in urine, urinate directly on the strip,&#8230; and even repeat the test days later to make sure of the result.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1965164801\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h2>Possible results when performing the test<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1179064755\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">For the result to be positive, there must be <strong>2 lines: the control line<\/strong>(indicates that the test was successful)<strong>and the one that detects the hormone<\/strong> which indicates that you are pregnant.<\/p>\n<p>There are women who \u201cget confused\u201d about the color and intensity of the stripes on the pregnancy test. If it hasn&#8217;t happened to you, you may know a friend who has been worried about the intensity of the color of the lines or the amount of urine she used.<strong>It may be difficult to interpret the result due to the nerves of the moment.<\/strong>. In addition, it must be taken into account that hCG levels vary from one woman to another and that there may not be enough of the hormone to be detected.<\/div>\n<div id=\"1562408227\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h3>False positives or false negatives<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1305389857\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><em>&#8220;I am pregnant?&#8221;<\/em><span class=\"\">Affirmative or negative. Yes or no. There is no more. However, things get complicated with false negatives or false positives. Let me explain.<\/span> When the test is positive there is no turning back. It will not test positive today and negative in 3 days. Virtually impossible or very unlikely. In fact <strong>As the days go by, cHG will become more and more visible<\/strong><span class=\"\">which will further indicate your status. Except in the case of ectopic embryos (produced outside the uterus) or pregnancies without an embryo. However, this is not very common.<\/span> However, a <strong>false negative<\/strong>. That is, if only one line appears on the test (indicating that you are not pregnant) and your menstruation still does not appear&#8230; you should take a test again.<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_2406\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2406\" style=\"width: 1080px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2406\" src=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo.png.webp\" alt=\"The best time of day to perform the pregnancy test is with the first urine in the morning\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo.png.webp 1080w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo-1024x1024.png.webp 1024w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo-768x768.png.webp 768w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo-600x600.png.webp 600w, https:\/\/singularmom.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2021\/03\/Test-de-embarazo.-Positivo-negativo-o-falso-negativo-100x100.png.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2406\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>If two lines appear on the pregnancy test, we will almost certainly congratulate you&#8230; you are going to be a mother!<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<div id=\"1273140989\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h2>Congratulations! You are pregnant!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1405917623\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p><em><span class=\"\">&#8220;What do I do now? How much am I? Do I announce it? When will it be born?&#8221;<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">You have confirmed the positive after the pregnancy test. You feel a whirlwind of emotions, questions and nerves take over you. Peaceful!<\/span> everything is going to be fine <span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">The first thing you should do is <strong>Go to your GP to refer you to<\/strong><\/span><strong><span class=\"\">gynecologist<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">who will be the one to confirm the pregnancy after a <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-ultrasounds\/\">ultrasound<\/a> transvaginal. He or she will take your medical history (history, illnesses, habits, etc.), monitor your weight, blood pressure, and perform blood and urine tests to make sure everything is under control. Here you can read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/development-of-the-fetus-in-the-first-trimester-of-pregnancy\/\">the development of the fetus in the first trimester<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"\">Remember that it is vitally important that you take care of your diet<\/span><span class=\"\">at the same time that you stay active and do <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/physical-exercise-in-the-first-trimester-of-pregnancy\/\">physical exercise in the first trimester<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1376455822\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<h3><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"1136429146\" class=\"dmNewParagraph\" data-dmtmpl=\"true\" data-element-type=\"paragraph\" data-version=\"5\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><span class=\"\">From SingularMom<\/span><strong>we want to help you from the first moment<\/strong> with this vital change. We offer you our <a href=\"https:\/\/singularmom.com\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/childbirth-preparation-classes\/\">online childbirth preparation classes<\/a> so that you have all the answers to your questions and enjoy your pregnancy to the fullest. We are fully aware of the physical, physiological and psychological changes you are facing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With your period late you ask yourself the million dollar question:\u201cWill I be pregnant?\u201dHow \u201ctwo simple lines\u201d can change your world, right? In this indescribable way, your new life begins full of uncertainty, some fear and a lot, a lot of excitement. Throughout the following lines we talk aboutpregnancy test. Keep reading! I am pregnant? 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