Fantasy Feb 2016 TTC [Archive] - Gender Dreaming Forums

maidentomother

January 30th, 2016, 09:32 PM

tfahn I should be 1 day behind you and 2 days behind Momamia (of course you can post your tests!), bc I got an almost positive OPK yesterday/Saturday/CD15. I am pretty sure I will get a nice strong positive tomorrow and O the next day, CD17/Monday. Since I attempted yesterday evening I will probably stick with that single O-2 attempt. I have never managed to achieve that specific BD timing before, so hopefully that makes a difference.

I will try not to test early unless I experience a very meaningful symptom, and my LP will probably be 14 days on Clomid, so I will test on Feb 16th, 15dpo, provided no AF. Fx for you essnce, my testing buddy!

ksmom

January 30th, 2016, 10:31 PM

FX for you Nann and Essnce. Hope to see Feb. BFPs from both of you. :)

Momamia, please do post those pics once you start testing! I think many of us like to look at them as we are POAS addicts. :rofl:

Maiden good luck this cycle! Hopefully you O soon so your attempt is a good one. I noticed your temps have a staircase pattern...it's crazy to look at. lol

tfahn

January 30th, 2016, 10:58 PM

Maiden, it really sounds like you have a good chance this month, seems like everything is lining up good for you. Fingers Crossed we both get our BFPs.

maidentomother

January 30th, 2016, 11:02 PM

Yeah whenever I don't O super late (beyond CD17/18), my chart often has that constant downward trend pattern right up until O or a couple days before. This cycle however my first 7-10 temps are not all super accurate, in fact a few days are outright made up, though likely not far off what they would have been. Due to my extreme fatigue I had issues temping!

Btw I definitely think FF is wrong and you Oed 1 day later, ksmom. Stupid FF is so unreliable now.

tfahn, thanks I really hope so! Btw, I was very sick with stomach flu right around/at O my last pregnancy, which was B/G twins. I only miscarried bc one twin was ectopic. Since your being sick hasn't appeared to delay O I don't think it should negatively affect your chances and quite possibly it could improve them (weakened immune system can encourage fertilisation/implantation in some cases).

momamia4

January 30th, 2016, 11:07 PM

I just took a hpt to see what it would look like with the trigger shot. :) 29616

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Pbn3

January 30th, 2016, 11:27 PM

Sticking my head in the door just in case I decide to NTNP this cycle. Was really wanting to wait until March but cant make up my mind. Either way I'd love to cheer you ladies on. *IF* I did go ahead this month I'd be due to o around the 12-14th February. So many already close to testing :) good luck all! Wishing sticky bfps galore for Feb!
P.s. It's comforting but somewhat sad to see so many familiar faces, hopefully you all get bfps this cycle :) wouldn't it be something if we all ended up in the same due date group!!

momamia4

January 30th, 2016, 11:31 PM

Yay, Pbn3!!! I'm so glad you'll be around! :)

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Pbn3

January 30th, 2016, 11:50 PM

Thanks momamia! I started le diet and cardio yesterday not that I would've been doing either remotely long enough when it comes to conceiving this cycle or next but its been great to throw my focus into something and keep my mind occupied :) (I would take pink or blue at this stage) My ob said to wait until March to ttc but times a ticking so it's really hard to know what to do. If I actively tried this cycle and miscarried again I cant help but think I will blame myself for not waiting but then again I could wait until March and not conceive or I could and still miscarry anyway. *sigh* decisions decisions.... what would you all do?

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 12:27 AM

After my miscarriage, my doctor told me that my body will let me get pregnant when it's ready. So, I would still try. I haven't gotten pregnant again since my miscarriage, so I honestly don't think trying again right away will effect anything. :)

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ksmom

January 31st, 2016, 12:31 AM

I just took a hpt to see what it would look like with the trigger shot. :) 29616

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Ok I'm dumb (or I'm just tired and need sleep!) because for a split second I got excited seeing a positive HPT then I realized what it was. :giggle:

ksmom

January 31st, 2016, 12:36 AM

Pbn that's a tough decision to make. My losses were back to back but I do not think AT ALL that I had another loss because of the previous one. I think it was just either awful luck or something else going on beyond my control. Personally I wouldn't skip TTC this cycle simply because you just never know which egg will be the "right" one.

Maiden, I agree with you. I've been using FF for 5 years now and it's usually accurate for me but lately it hasn't been. I don't know if they changed their algorithms or what but it irks me.

Nann3r

January 31st, 2016, 01:18 AM

Should I test with my internet cheapies tomorrow?? Or should I just wait?? Tomorrow will be 7dpo

pinkin2011

January 31st, 2016, 01:40 AM

I am 10dpo today had a bfn this morning.

Hopefully a bfp tomorrow morning 1st of feb... wishful thinking

Magical22

January 31st, 2016, 01:55 AM

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 02:09 AM

Nann if it's testing just for fun then go right ahead but if a bfn will be super disappointing then I'd wait another day. You're much more likely to have a super squinter at 8dpo than 7dpo and even 8dpo is early :)

Pinkin fx!!! Hope you see a line tomorrow! Bd'ing every day for 7 days in a row is a huge effort. *IF* this cycle ends in bfn can I suggest maybe thinking about bding every 2 days (you could even throw in an extra attempt at pos opk if it falls on in between day) it may give dh's soldiers more recovery time between bd's :) of course I hope you don't even have to worry about attemps as everything crossed this is your bfp one!

Thanks for your input momamia, ksmom and magical! I'll think over the next 5 days or so and make a decision when af finishes :)

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 05:15 AM

Momamia, I just love seeing 2 pink lines on an HPT even if it's from a trigger and someone else. It's been almost 10 years since I saw a BFP (of my own) in person (never got one with my last pregnancy despite high betas).

Pbn3, hi! I agree with the others, I don't see any reason to wait. I don't think you're at increased risk of another loss this cycle, personally, and you definitely seem emotionally ready so go for it. I love your idea of us ALL being in the same DD group but it's difficult for me to imagine. Maybe I could see everyone EXCEPT me and 2 others (those near me in dpo, I am an albatross). At this point I suspect I won't get a BFP until I find the right man.

ksmom, FF has definitely changed their Advanced and FAM algorithms, and the latter should not be possible as it's already set. Since the changes I'd estimate FF assigns O incorrectly AT LEAST half the time, most often by jumping the gun and assigning O prematurely, if not when O hasn't even occurred at all.

Nann, I'd wait until AT LEAST 8dpo if not more like 10dpo if you're using cheap strips.

Pinkin, fx for you. It's still so early as you know. I agree with Pbn3, if there is a next month I'd suggest BDing every 2-3 days ALL cycle long to maximise sperm health and count.

I finally got some indisputable fertile CM! Gobs of EWCM starting very early this am. I only slept about 50min last night, ugh.

purple

January 31st, 2016, 05:44 AM

Should I test with my internet cheapies tomorrow?? Or should I just wait?? Tomorrow will be 7dpo

You can if you have heaps but don't expect much from them! Mine was super faint today at 11dpo and I suspect it wouldn't have shown at all yesterday.

purple

January 31st, 2016, 05:46 AM

Pbn, I probably wouldn't wait. The only reason I waited after my m/c was because I had a d&c and even then I was considering trying that cycle but when I noticed they put stitches on my cervix it put me off.

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 05:57 AM

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 06:57 AM

Ok I'm dumb (or I'm just tired and need sleep!) because for a split second I got excited seeing a positive HPT then I realized what it was. :giggle:
Sorry, ksmom!!! I didn't mean to trick you. :)

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momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 07:02 AM

Nann, I'd wait a few days but I don't like seeing negative hpts.

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Magical22

January 31st, 2016, 07:13 AM

Quinn31

January 31st, 2016, 09:38 AM

Hi ladies, like Pbn said it's nice but disappointing to see so many familiar faces. Hopefully February will be our month. I would love an October baby.

I had a hsg last week and I'll have an IUI on Thursday. My clomid was increased to 150 since I only had one follicle. Next month I'll move to injectables if I don't get a bfp. For the first time in a long time, I've been thinking about more than ttc. Hopefully it stays that way. Good luck everyone.

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maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 10:31 AM

Thanks everyone for your thoughts - my rubber arm is being twisted ridiculously easily lol!

Maiden is your O-2 attempt still looking likely? Sorry its hard to keep track with the time difference? And hopefully you *shock* yourself with a nice sticky bfp! I'll have everything crossed for you as always :) would absolutely love to see you get your very long awaited bfp! Have you had many clomid cycles previously - I'm hoping this helps gives you an edge this cycle :)

Now I'm not sure bc I've tested at 10:30 and 3pm today and no positive OPK, though despite dying of thirst my urine was very dilute both times. I tested late yesterday bc I napped, and got a positive from VERY dark urine (like brown almost) at 5pm and a darker than previous days but not close to positive line at 9pm with my typical dilute urine. So I'm wondering if maybe I had a super fast surge and I missed it by testing so late yesterday, I do often have a brief surge. My darkest line today is the same as 9pm yesterday.

I am trying to get more concentrated urine to test once more today, but I have only 4 OPKs left and I can't get anymore until Tuesday afternoon at the earliest (today is Sunday) as they aren't sold in stores here. So maybe I shouldn't use any more to test today? I definitely won't test again today if my urine isn't significantly darker. And i always get my darkest lines mid afternoon.

I haven't had O pain yet (though I would expect to O late tonight if I surged yesterday) and my cervix hasn't gone soft yet so maybe I will O even later like CD18+, ugh. WHY must by body resist Oing on time?

And yes this is my first Clomid cycle. But I was on Gonal F injections last cycle, and I got a very dark true positive, and had a fast surge. I Oed quite late as has been happening since I contracted Lymes. Next cycle I will take a break from meds.

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 10:45 AM

Quinn I hope the HSG and upped Clomid dose help! I know many who conceived right after an HSG.

ksmom

January 31st, 2016, 10:59 AM

Agreed Quinn and Pbn! While I had hoped the familiar "faces" here would have already gotten BFPs, it is nice to have the same support group. It would be so great if we could all move to the same DD group together. :happy: IF I'm pregnant this cycle, I'd be due Oct. 18th. I keep thinking how cute it would be to have a tiny, squishy little newborn in a Halloween costume. :awe: All these damn post-O hormones have me feeling very emotional. I cry at the drop of a hat! haha

So sorry for the BFN Pinkin. :( I still have my FX it's too early.

Nann it's likely too early to test or 7dpo but if you're just itching to test, then use a cheapie if you have one. Sometimes I pee on an OPK just to satisfy the urge. LOL

Sounds like you may O soon Maiden! Best of luck :)

I'm so excited for you Quinn! I've heard of many women getting pregnant the cycle they have a HSG. I hope the same happens for you. :)

Ttc2015

January 31st, 2016, 11:24 AM

Hi I'm cd16 today and have always had a positive opk on day 16 or 15 but still negative. Antibiotics maybe affecting this?? Was going to do every 4 days starting day 8 but was so unwell didn't start to day 12 and thought today would be our attempt in fertile window but now thinking of putting off until I get a positive. This is most likely our last cycle of trying, perhaps one more. Starting to think this just isn't meant to be....

tfahn

January 31st, 2016, 11:48 AM

Fingers crossed for you Quinn, Sounds like you have a good plan in place this month.

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 11:50 AM

Ttc, sorry you are in a similar boat. I'm CD16 too. I strongly suggest you attempt today just in case. Then maybe attempt again in 3-4 days depending on what happens with your OPKs.

tfahn

January 31st, 2016, 11:55 AM

I'm in the same boat Maiden, questioning if I got positive OPK's or not. I have been sick with a head congestion and sore throat since Thursday so drinking more which means I have been having trouble holding urine for more then 2 hours so more diluted than normal. Yesterday morning I swear if was positive, or all but, but then last night and this morning the lines were much much lighter. So thinking maybe I had positives Friday night since holds weren't as long or maybe a quick surge this month or maybe my body backed off from O'ing because I'm sick. had a fever off and on since Thursday so not sure temps will pick up a O shift or not. Guess it will be a wait and see month.

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 12:15 PM

tfahn, assuming you did surge yesterday (and it does sound like you had a true surge albeit brief), I'd guess you will O today, or maybe Monday or Tuesday, since in past cycles you sometimes Oed 2-3 days after your first positive OPK. Super frustrating about your high pre O temps due to fever and being so sick overall. I has a severe case of strep throat almost a year ago and started spiking a fever 2dpo! Do you feel like you are getting any better at all?

pinkin2011

January 31st, 2016, 02:59 PM

11dpo bfn. I am going to stop testing now .

I am going to take a break from ttc for a few months plus I have already been on clomid for 2 cycles and I dont want to be on it again next month. Good luck girls with your bfp I really hope you all get your beautiful babies soon xo.

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 03:16 PM

So sorry, pinkin2011!! I know exactly how hope feeling. :bighug: I hope you have a restful break. :)

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tfahn

January 31st, 2016, 03:24 PM

Think I'm feeling a bit better Maiden. Not getting hot/cold like I was but still tired and congested, taking it easy today before returning to work tomorrow. I definitely think I will O today or tomorrow, had some good CM earlier so I think everything is on track, should be able to get another attempt in today.

tfahn

January 31st, 2016, 03:25 PM

Sorry Pinkin, I can see wanting to take a break. This is month 11 for us and it does get old but unfortunetly with my age I really can't take a break. Hope a few months off does u good.

pinkin2011

January 31st, 2016, 03:35 PM

Thanks ladies. I really feel that there is something not right because I fell pregnant so easy with our boys we have been trying since 2014 tho this month was the only month we tried alot around ovulation. I might just have to settle with our 2 boys

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 03:40 PM

Pinkin I'm so sorry :( are you sure you cant give it one more go? Will you o again in February? Had you always stuck to 1 attempt prior to this cycle? Only asking as I really think its worth giving e2 - 3d a shot with an extra attempt at pos opk. Then basically you've tried everything. One attempt to 7 attempts is one extreme to the other so maybe working the middle ground will help. Really hoping you stick around for one more go before taking a break but totally get it if you dont :)

pinkin2011

January 31st, 2016, 03:50 PM

Pbn I feel so bad today like everything is against me. So im probably not in the best frame of mind and yes it has been 1 attempt each time. If I was to try again I might do e3d... I did jump and dump each time and I do have a tilted uterus so I dont know!!!!! Its all so hard

ksmom

January 31st, 2016, 03:59 PM

I'm sorry it's been so tough for you Pinkin. :( I hope you give it another shot and get a BFP soon. Hugs!

Hope you feel better soon Tfahn! FX you catch the egg this month.

5dpo today and ALL day (tmi) I've been getting these sharp shooting sensations in my cervix. It hurts so bad! What could be causing this?

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 03:59 PM

Pinkin you've been swaying so long I would really recommend letting go of things like j&d. E3d sounds like a really good plan. Maybe you could try laying for 10 mins with elevated hips swapping to roll onto your tummy half way through or something? That's what I had started doing a couple cycles back *just* to cover all bases lol (although I spent probably spent half an hour doing this flopping back and forth several times 😂) maybe take a week or so off from thinking about ttc if you can and come back with a fresh look. Huge hugs and hope you're feeling better really soon.

farmgirl33

January 31st, 2016, 04:42 PM

Hi all. Thought I'd better start posting in this thread. So sorry Pinkin. I should be 12dpo today & haven't bothered testing. I tested bfn yesterday using smu using both an ic & a pregnosis brand early in****** test. I got up at 4.30am to dd3 & out of interest took my temp, it was really low. When I got up at 6am I temped again & it had risen up again but just feel like I'm out & it's a sign AF will arrive over the next day or so. She's due by Wednesday. I too got pregnant easily in the past & I guess just assumed it would happen easily again. I think pbn is right though with her advice for you, you have been ttc & swaying for a long time & remember it's lifestyle that sways the most.

Pbn - agree with all others, it sounds like you may be ready to ttc this cycle, I see no reason to wait.

Tfahn- fx o is on its way soon. My last cycle before ttc o was delayed by a lot as I got sick, was very annoying. Even this cycle o was delayed.

Maiden & ttc2015 hope you o soon too.

Quinn - fx for you this cycle too

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Magical22

January 31st, 2016, 05:33 PM

Sorry pinkin [emoji17]

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pinkin2011

January 31st, 2016, 05:42 PM

Thanks Farmgirl

I had a talk with hubby and decided to take a few months off ttc I might try again mid year. Will see
I want to focus on getting myself fit and healthy I feel so gross atm. Going for a nice lobg walk this morning and will start doing spin classes again this week. I will still be sticking around cheering everyone on!

Girlieplease

January 31st, 2016, 06:28 PM

So sorry Pinkin, I do not know how some of your ladies have managed to ttc for so long, I thought I was pregnant by accident last month and the 2ww was so horrible and the disappointment of not been pregnant really distressed me. It is completely understandable that you want a break, maybe you can just have sex for fun and see what happens? My friend tried for nearly a year to get pregnant and she was so strict about timing and diet, she gave up all of that and just thought it would not happen and two months later she was pregnant. I think anxiety plays a big part in why people who can have children physically don't get pregnant. Please stay around, I am attempting in March so I could do with lots of help and support!

Good luck to all the ladies attempting or waiting to test, fingers crossed for you, really hope it is your month.

Any big tips for the LE diet? I am new to it and I know March is not long enough to be on it but time is against me and I am not sure I could do the diet long term. Any LE do's and don't for a complete novice? x

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 06:58 PM

Pinkin, I would strongly suggest trying one more cycle going E3D all cycle long for the reasons Pbn3 explained. BUT I also understand if you just need a break full stop, I've taken a couple myself bc of how long I've been swaying and TTC and I think I'd be much less well if I hadn't. Long term swayers/TTCers need breaks!

Girlie, if I could give you only 3 bits of advice about the LE diet, they are: go completely vegetarian or even vegan if willing/capable, limit overall fat intake greatly and eat mostly pink friendly fat/very little blue friendly fats, and NO snacking, stick to 2-3 or even 4 meals a day max. If there's any way you can do daily cardio for at least an hour I'd definitely add that to your sway.

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 07:02 PM

Girlie I found myfitnesspal invaluable for nutrition tracking when starting le diet last year. In fact I've started using it again a few days ago as decided to go start le diet after about a 2-3 month break. Seeing as your ttc next month if you can go vegetarian I'd highly recommended it as it makes sticking to the 40-50g of protein a thousand times easier and you get more food. Personally I found it easiest to eat two meals a day lunch and dinner but do whatever works for you. Vegetables are an awesome filling food with little to no fats (think potato, sweet potato, pumpkin etc) - but dont forget to exclude green veggie protein from your protein intake (still can include in calorie and fat intake). If you find yourself crazily craving something then have it - either try to incorporate with that days totals or have a little less of that nutrition over the next couple days. La zuppa soups if you can get them are also great if your planning a higher fat dinner. I often have a soup with bread for lunch when planning a slack easy yummier dinner (oven food like pastries/chips lol). Ummm spring rolls (that you oven bake) are a good substitute for meat and often do a couple of them with roast veggies (use a tablespoon of oil for veggies and they come out great, include oil in your intake). That's all I can think of really at this point hth!!

signingmommyfor3

January 31st, 2016, 07:32 PM

Hi ladies, I am hoping to join you this month for ttc and fx bfp after my missed miscarriage and d&c. Dr. said it is ok to start trying right away but that nothing is going to happen until my hcg goes down. 2 weeks before my d&c my betas were 110,000 so it might take a while for it to go down since I am still getting positives on hpt. I go in this Thursday for Ob to check betas and see how they are decreasing. The only thing that bums me out was that I was on le diet for almost 2 full years before getting my bfp (only ttc 6 months of those 2 years, trying to get into the swing of it), and when I got my bfp I dropped le diet immediately because after almost 2 years I was ready to be back to normal. Now I have been off of it for almost 2 months and really don't know if I am going to go back. I really want my little girl but not sure I want to do all the sway things that decrease fertility because I want to have my last baby too. I don't know which is will be worse, having to ttc for a long time again or gd.

Hopefully I will get to ttc this month.

pinkin2011

January 31st, 2016, 07:51 PM

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 07:54 PM

Hugs signing, I hope you O again soon. Maybe just go vegetarian and no snacking but otherwise not diet? Could be a good compromise.

Magical22

January 31st, 2016, 07:55 PM

Hugs signing [emoji179][emoji92][emoji179]

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signingmommyfor3

January 31st, 2016, 07:56 PM

That is one thing i really can't go is vegetarian, i have a few medical issues that prevent me to completely cut out meat due to a certain amount of protein needed.

maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 08:07 PM

I'd just do no red meat then, if that's possible?

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 08:16 PM

Girlieplease, I found smoothies very helpful. I would usually have one of those as "breakfast" and then a lot of hummus and veggies, soups, sweet potatoes, rice and bread. That's mostly what I ate. I never completely eliminated meat. I still ate chicken and fish 2-3 times a week. I also ate a lot of salads. It was a huge change from what I normally ate so I figured it was good enough of a change. :)

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Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 08:16 PM

Hi signing so sorry to see you here :( but warm welcome all the same :) I hope your body recovers quickly and you get to o this month. Fx tightly for a healthy sticky bean.

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 08:20 PM

Signingmommy, FX for a fast recovery and for you to O this month. I ovulated on cd24 after my miscarriage but my hcg levels never got as high as yours. I think the highest I got was 513.

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Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 08:22 PM

My hubby is working away all this week so makes everything look so much worse but we will have another try in march. I just need a month off clomid and the whole ttc thing I will be doing e3d in march
So happy your giving it another go! Enjoy your month off ttc and see you in March :) will you be ntnp if not actively ttc on your month off?

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 08:30 PM

I just took another hpt and it's significantly lighter than yesterday's! I am going to take one tomorrow with fmu and see if there is a difference. I didn't think the trigger shot would leave my system so soon! 29629

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Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 08:50 PM

Wow momamia thats a big difference to yesterdays!

Girlie I thought I'd screenshoot my days food dairy so you get an idea. All you other le ladies please chime in if you think there should be something different - I'd hate to lead someone down the wrong path :). Seeing as you're just starting maybe consider having fibre with any meal high in fat (like my dinner). I'm probably going to have to up my intake as I started the cardio at the same time as diet but I'm waiting to see what the weeks weight loss is first. The alcohol is a nip of vodka split between two drinks. I having been diluting it quite heavily with soda water and add a dash of diet lime cordial and fresh lemon. Last night I had two nips to help up calories as was just above1200. *the sodium is quite high for today, I dont actively track it but if I notice its high like today then I try to be close to the same amount under the next day or over a couple days :).29631

Kmomofthree

January 31st, 2016, 08:56 PM

Hi ladies!

I was wondering why the January thread was so slow.... lol

I read through these 7 pages and now I can't remember everyone and everything I was going to address :-p

My fingers are crossed for everyone :-)

I'm 10 dpo, AF is due tomorrow. I've been cramping off and on so I'm just waiting. Test this morning (IC) was pretty negative. I feel like I saw a shadow of a line but I think I might just be crazy. Not too hopeful. Hmm as I am typing this I checked FF and apparently AF is now due Tuesday instead of tomorrow. Not sure why it changed..... I was due to O on valentine's day but now it says Feb 15th.

Hope to see lots of BFP's this month!

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 09:36 PM

FX kmomofthree!!! :D

signingmommyfor3

January 31st, 2016, 09:42 PM

No red meat was what I did for the last 2 years with limited other meats. I guess I'll go back and do cardio again.

farmgirl33

January 31st, 2016, 09:45 PM

I have added a signature that includes a link to my ff chart. For today's temp I put in the later one at 6am. Maybe I should have put in the 4.30am one. I was just so cranky that my temp was so low at 4.30 I didn't even record what it was. I think around 35.7 which would be below coverline. Feeling nothing today, no queasiness, heartburn or cramping so far. CM seems more watery today & cervix seems higher than yesterday but I haven't really been good at tracking cp after o. I changed ff setting from advanced to research as it had my o day as cd19 & I know I certainly didn't o then.

I was going to write some more reply's but dd3 needs my attention.

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 09:46 PM

Hi and welcome kmomofthree! We may end up cycle buddies!

Ladies I'm still sitting a little on the fence with regards to ttc this month. I've almost come to the compromise with myself that I will but it will only be one attempt at pos opk (my mum will be visiting the week in lead up to o so very unlikely any bd will be going on until attempt time). I'm not sure why but something is still holding me back. Not sure if its gut instinct or plain fear. Have decided to put the decision of whether I end up even doing one attempt on the back burner until pos opk day. I'm hoping by then I'll be able to easily make the decision :(

Princess Mom

January 31st, 2016, 09:59 PM

2 dpo today! Temp even higher than my spike yesterday! Spotting I been having since cd 7 I had a chemical earlier this month, today it eased up to almost gone had some light brown mixed cm light pink mostly cleared up now. But still heading to Doctor Wednesday to make sure it nothing serious.

I have some twinges and boob tenderness not sure if that normal

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 10:11 PM

Sorry just posting to test signature working

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 10:13 PM

I am having a lot of cramping still in my ovaries, particularly my right one. I figured that I'd have more cramping in my left ovary considering it had the larger follicle but I haven't really felt anything on the left side this whole cycle. I'm sure my ovaries are just still sensitive from the trigger.

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momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 10:14 PM

Princess Mom, I hope everything turns out ok at the doctor! :)

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maidentomother

January 31st, 2016, 10:16 PM

farmgirl, wow yeah CD19 is definitely wrong. I think you may have Oed a day later, on CD22, and FAM setting should move your CHs there if you want. If you did O later it is more likely you are pregnant... :) Oh and in your October cycle I really think you Oed on CD27 so FF is way off there too.

Princessmom, welcome! Post your chart!

Momamia, for some reason my right ovary is MUCH more sensitive and when I O from the left I don't necessarily even feel it. It's rare though so not a big sample size. But my right O pain can be so, SO extreme. It is not uncommon for one side to be much more sensitive so maybe you are like this too?

I've felt some almost O pain on the right tonight/yesterday but not nearly as much as usual and intermittent rather than my constant 6 hours as is usual. It's 3am, do I don't think I've surged or Oed yet. Hopefully I get a positive 'tomorrow/later today, I.e. CD17/Monday. Sooooo annoyed I'm Oing late on Clomid, grr! I guess I need a higher dose, a full 100mg, but that is not an option and I doubt I could handle the side effects of a higher dose.

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 10:43 PM

This is for anyone who wants to add their chart link to signature in tapatalk.

Thank you Twointow for the awesome instructions!!

Open ff app on your phone. Go into top right 'more' icon and select share chart and data , create/preview homepage. Click the link shown under preview your home page. It will open in web browser. Copy the address in web/address bar. Open tapatalk and select 'me' settings and edit signature. Select customise signature and paste web address into it :)

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momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 10:53 PM

Test

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 10:56 PM

Works perfect momamia!! What a spike today :)

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

Pbn3

January 31st, 2016, 10:56 PM

When you click on your own link does it 'not' open like mine won't?

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

momamia4

January 31st, 2016, 10:57 PM

Thank you!! I know!! I couldn't believe it. I'm hoping it's a good sign. :) No, it works when I click on my own link. Maybe you just clicked yours too soon? Have you tried yours again?

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 12:16 AM

623fd9 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/623fd9)

Not sure if that is correct way to post my chart?
Been very tired yesterday and today, I hope this is my month :)

Best of luck ladies

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 01:04 AM

Good luck and fx princess mom!

Ok so after not being able to stop thinking about it for an hour let alone another week or so I decided to do a blind draw and leave it up to fate. I wrote e3d, pos opk and skip on three bits of paper. I drew three times because there's 3 options. Picked e3d every time lol! Dh picked pos opk. So looks like we will be having an all out ttc cycle after all. E3d plus extra at pos opk if falls outside of this. Decision is made and unfortunately I'm one of 'those' people that read far too much into signs lol. Getting the same result three times in a row has nailed it for me! I'm convinced it wouldn't have happened if it wasn't meant to be lol! I'll shut up about it now ☺

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 05:32 AM

F29636

anyone see a line?

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 05:44 AM

Oh pinkin I truly hope this is the start of your bfp!!!! I'm sure I see a pink squinter there! The photo isn't the best on my phone though and I don't want to give you false hope. Can you try and get a clearer photo? Maybe try taking with your flash on and a ring next to the test window for clear focus?

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 06:15 AM

IM PREGNANT!! I did another and there is a clear faint pink line came up straight away

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 06:18 AM

Huge huge congratulations pinkin!!! So happy for you! Woohoo!! Will you test in morning and post a pic? Cnat believe only earlier you were taking a break from ttc and now PREGNANT!!! *happy dancing*

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

Magical22

February 1st, 2016, 06:20 AM

IM PREGNANT!! I did another and there is a clear faint pink line came up straight away

Omg that's awesome show us show us!!! [emoji92][emoji92][emoji92][emoji322][emoji322][emoji322]

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pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 06:24 AM

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pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 06:25 AM

Its so faint but definitely there I am getting my new phone tomorrow so will get better pics

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 06:33 AM

Well I can see it!! 😃

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 07:08 AM

Pinkin I see it!! Yay congrats!!!!!!

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 07:09 AM

I'm 3 dpo, temp even much higher today! Finally crosshairs on my chart, temp were not even this high last month, so hoping that's a good thing :)

623fd9 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/623fd9)

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 07:29 AM

Wowsers princess mom what a temp rise!!!

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

Magical22

February 1st, 2016, 07:44 AM

Wow yep pinkin I can see that!!! Congratulations [emoji322][emoji322]

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pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 07:46 AM

I will test tomorrow and take a photo with my new phone hopefully it takes better pictures

farmgirl33

February 1st, 2016, 08:16 AM

Yay pinkin, big congratulations!!! My stupid internet is slow & won't load the picture.

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XXforhubby

February 1st, 2016, 08:27 AM

Huge congrats Pinkin! Stick, baby stick!!!

[emoji170]DS1[emoji125]🏼, DS2[emoji577], & DS3[emoji602] completes our family![emoji170]

ksmom

February 1st, 2016, 08:32 AM

Yay!!! I'm so happy for you Pinkin! :D Stick baby stick!

tfahn

February 1st, 2016, 09:22 AM

Congrats Pinkin! I can feel it, February is going to be the month for all of us who have been TTC forever!

tfahn

February 1st, 2016, 09:31 AM

My fever finally broke last evening and feeling so much better today. I was so happy to see my temp come back down this morning to where I usually am right before O so I think FF will be able to add CH correctly this month. Got another attempt in this morning after seeing the low temp. Will try again either tonight or tomorrow morning.

I am pulling out all the tricks this month, hip propping, big O afterwards, lying down on my back and then turning onto my stomach for a bit. Any other tricks to throw in there? What is the pineapple core thing that people do? Do you grind it up and add into a smoothie?

ksmom

February 1st, 2016, 09:49 AM

So glad you're feeling better tfahn. What seemed to help us conceive DS1 after about a year of trying, we used lots of pre-seed, I propped my hips with two pillows stacked then I laid like that for at least 30 minutes. Each time we've conceived it's been with missionary position but I don't know how much that matters. Don't recall doing anything different in the TWW other than no caffeine or green tea. FX for you :)

momamia4

February 1st, 2016, 09:51 AM

Huge congrats, pinkin2011!!!!!! :) [emoji322] [emoji322] [emoji322] [emoji322] [emoji322] [emoji322]

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

Nann3r

February 1st, 2016, 09:52 AM

Congrats pink!!!! How many dpo are you again???

8dpo and got another bfn. I'm like you kmomofthree. I just always think there are lines.. But trying cycle after cycle I just stop posting pics cuz I know no one else will see it :/ cuz I know I'm crazy and trying too hard to see a line.

momamia4

February 1st, 2016, 09:54 AM

I had a huge temp dip today at only 3dpo and I have had tons of cramping. :( Also my hpt this morning has only the slightest line. I'm convinced it'll be completely gone tomorrow. Maybe that's why my temp dropped so much??? I'll post a pic in a few minutes

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

maidentomother

February 1st, 2016, 09:55 AM

tfahn, so glad you are on the mend! I'm not a fan of bromelain/pineapple core personally but I believe you can eat it straight or put in a smoothie. There is some dispute about exactly which DPO to take it.

PINKIN, I totally see that line, congratulations! BFP your first try! Or is this your 2nd cycle?

Princess, nice temp rise indeed.

I am kinda screwed, I did not wake to my alarm (I was supposed to temp between 9 and 10am) and woke up at 2pm to a post I temp (98.24). I adjusted it down based on what I guess it should be, not very accurate....I was having increasing O pain when I fell asleep around 5am, and I'm still having it now so maybe I am Oing now? Or maybe I Oed while asleep? I just thought my O pain would be worse than usual not better on Clomid. I am glad I attempted 2 dwys ago! When in doubt, attempt.

Momamia, I think it's probably just a fallback rise I.e. secondary estrogen surge. I really think you Oed. Maybe you are popping a 2nd egg now though?

momamia4

February 1st, 2016, 10:15 AM

Oh, maiden, I sure hope you're right!! I'd love twins!!! :) Here's my hpt. Sorry there's so much yellow. I took a B vitamin right before bed. :/ 29641

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

mt9178

February 1st, 2016, 10:48 AM

Put me down for 6dpo/7dpo. I had +opk on cd14 and it was still pretty + looking on cd15 (slightly lighter than day 14). Fingers are crossed that this will finally be the month, especially since we are on month 5 of clomid and almost a year of ttc again.

Congrats to those who already have their bfp and good luck to the rest waiting :)

Nann3r

February 1st, 2016, 11:11 AM

ksmom

February 1st, 2016, 11:14 AM

I see a line Nann! Can't tell if it has color or not...looks kinda grayish but that could be because it's so faint. FX it's the start of a BFP!

Kmomofthree

February 1st, 2016, 01:38 PM

Oh Pinkin congratulations! !!!!!!

Well I am cd 1.

I need some advice and I am hoping no one will judge me harshly. I know it is controversial to take clomid unprescribed but looking at the stats here and reading of other women doing it I did decide to include it in my girl sway. I don't really talk about it because it feels like it would be a slap in the face to those who actually need it... I don't know, I hope that makes sense... I also understand that there are risks...

Anyway, I took it cd 3 to 7 last month and now I am wondering if it would prevent pregnancy in someone who doesn't really need it's assistance. It didn't change my cycle, I still o'd on the same day as always.... it was a bit more painful and definitely caused me to be a little moody. But I didn't fall pregnant. I've read of many women using it for swaying only and it work out fine but I've also read through intense Googling of it making it harder to conceive.

Should I skip it this month? I only had 10 pills, so I have 5 left.

Kmomofthree

February 1st, 2016, 02:16 PM

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 02:26 PM

I did add another attempt at ovulation and also dtd 3 days before I ovulated late and atomic recommended me do every 3 days. I conceived my son with one attempt so I believe more in the diet.

I'm sick of this diet I want to eat haha go to restaurant and order meat haha I have a good feeling about this cycle.

Today at the bank they they had a pumpkin trick or treat basket when I was leaving by the door, strange as it February 1st lol if I am pregnant I'll be due October 20th!

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 02:26 PM

I can't do cardio I'm low bmi now! Last year 156 today 109

ksmom

February 1st, 2016, 02:59 PM

Kmomofthree, I'd skip the acijel. It really cuts odds of conception. You can still do J&D or lie there for maybe 5 or 10 minutes. I personally have not been doing J&D because I've been swaying for so long but if you're still new to the diet, exercise, etc. then you could do it this cycle if you'd like. I think diet, exercise, and one attempt are all good sway tactics.

Princessmom, I know what you mean about wanting to eat meat badly! I took the boys out on their bikes yesterday and someone was grilling outside making our entire neighborhood smell like BBQ bacon. :sigh: What a tease! lol
I did two attempts this cycle too, O-3 and O day. Kinda nervous but I don't feel very hopeful this cycle.

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 03:07 PM

I sometimes pick at my kids food lol little tiny piece of meat the smallest crumb haha I want a cheeseburger

essnce629

February 1st, 2016, 03:08 PM

Testing signature

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essnce629

February 1st, 2016, 03:13 PM

Hmm link didn't work

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momamia4

February 1st, 2016, 03:14 PM

I'll also add the other things I had factored into my sway...

LE diet
Cardio
1 attempt
Acijel
Jump and dump

No wonder I got bfn haha.

Looking for thoughts on the clomid but also thinking I should lighten up the acijel? I was doing a finger at bedtime the week leading up to O. Should I cut down to maybe just one finger right around O or cut it totally or keep up with it?

Jump and dump?

I really appreciate your help :-)

The reason Clomid can inhibit pregnancy is because it creates a very hostile environment. It basically makes your uterus/vagina extremely acidic and reduces your ewcm so there really isn't much of anything for the sperm to swim through. Acijel basically kills all the sperm, so you're not doing yourself any favors by using it. I can definitely see why you didn't fall pregnant. If you are going to use the clomid (I would if I were you), you really need to drop the acijel completely and the jump and dump. I would dtd every 3 days and maybe an extra attempt at +opk, because the clomid makes your environment so hostile it is (IMO) a really good idea to have more sperm up there. Also, the clomid sways pink pretty darn strongly by itself so I wouldn't worry about having extra attempts. Keep up with the cardio and LE diet - these are really great for reinforcing your sway and push the odds even more in your favor for a girl. That's what I would do if I were you. :)

Sorry if any of this comes off as rude, that isn't my intent (sometimes my way of explaining things can come off as rude to some people). I'm just trying to provide information based on my own cycles/use of clomid. I can tell you that my RE did not monitor my clomid cycles at all. He only had me come in and felt around for any cysts (which I never had any) and then prescribed the 50mg of clomid. When I didn't fall pregnant after the first cycle, he increased my clomid to 100mg. I did fall pregnant that cycle but I miscarried. I took a few cycles off of the clomid and didn't fall pregnant again, so I took it again this cycle at 50mg. I requested a trigger shot this cycle (because I'm impatient/have been ttc for 10 cycles now) and so I actually got an ultrasound. I had 1 follicle at 19mm (which is mature), 1 at 14mm (not quite mature), 1 at 9mm and 3 at 8mm - none of which are mature enough to really do anything. I normally ovulate on my own, so I didn't really need the clomid either. My RE prescribed it because I had a tubal reversal which reduces my odds of conception. He figured he was increasing my odds back to normal by increasing the number of eggs that I produce each cycle. We'll see what happens this cycle though. I don't think we're going to continue to try after this, so FX it actually worked. I hope this helps! :)

momamia4

February 1st, 2016, 03:19 PM

Essnce, your link works when I click on it. :)

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 03:27 PM

Essnce sounds like yours is the same as mine. I can see yours it works fine :) I too cant follow my own link. Not sure why?

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maidentomother

February 1st, 2016, 03:29 PM

Welcome mt!

Kmomofthree, I would definitely stop the acigel and J&D completely, but I would NOT start adding attempts. I would skip Clomid this cycle bc it lasts so long and has a lingering effect. Stick with one attempt at positive OPK this cycle. Then if no BFP do the Clomid again next month, and at that point consider doing E3D but no more than that IMO. By alternating cycles on the Clomid you will get more out of it and limit the side effects building up as they otherwise would.

Pbn3

February 1st, 2016, 03:36 PM

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160201/251009b4d207825f3e45af57f494ad0a.jpg

Here's my line. Does it have color? I waited for the U to seep up and passed the control line. So it may just be an evap. Just tying to determine if it has color or not
Nann definately see a line but cant tell if it has colour. I hope things become clearer over the next few days. Fx fx fx!

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Kmomofthree

February 1st, 2016, 03:41 PM

Thank you thank you ksmom, mamamia, and maiden.

I really appreciate your advice :-) :-)

Maiden, do you happen to have any more info on what you mean when you say it has lingering effects? Maybe I'm being dense but I don't really understand.

Mamamia I don't remember your exact wording but you don't come off as rude at all!

maidentomother

February 1st, 2016, 03:49 PM

Nann, I see a grey shadow on that test, so maybe?

maidentomother

February 1st, 2016, 03:59 PM

Kmomofthree, by lingering effects I mean that the cycle AFTER a cycle on Clomid is still kinda a Clomid cyvle. So doing by doing a round of Clomid every other cycle you can maximise your time on Clomid, get 4 cycles out of it instead if 3 while minimising side effects. And I totally do think you should use Clomid since you have 3 boys and may need every edge. Plus your LP was only 10 days this past cycle which is short...How old are you?

My chart for those on tapatalk:
http://genderdreaming.com/forum/redirect-to/?redirect=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fertilityfriend.com%2Fh ome%2F4a5f89

Kmomofthree

February 1st, 2016, 04:03 PM

Thanks Maiden!

I just turned 28. My LP is always 10 to 12 days.

farmgirl33

February 1st, 2016, 04:05 PM

29652

Bfn. I can't see anything. More disappointed than I thought. Today is 12-13 dpo.

maidentomother

February 1st, 2016, 04:06 PM

In that case you could benefit from the Clomid beyond just swaying so you have a legit reason to take it IMO. And I'm a pharmacist. It is a very safe drug and personally I think Momamia is exaggerating the cons of Clomid. I've never heard that it has an acidifying effect. Drying effect, yes.

Farmgirl, I'm sorry! You're still not out yet though.

pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 04:09 PM

Nann I definitely see a line!! I hope it gets darker for you

I am 11/12 dpo I am thinking I may actually be 11dpo this could be why sometimes I have a 16 day lp instead of my usual 15 day lp as I probably think I have ovulated a day earlier . I still had dull pain on the 22nd so thinking that may of been ovulation day

XXforhubby

February 1st, 2016, 05:58 PM

Maiden- I sent you a PM. Thanks [emoji8]!!

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essnce629

February 1st, 2016, 06:06 PM

Ok I added my signature back since others said it worked for them. Will it show up on other message boards I post on through Tapatalk though? I regularly post on another message board and I definitely don't want my chart being posted on there lol! I didn't see a way to make your signature specific to one message board.

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essnce629

February 1st, 2016, 06:19 PM

Geez nevermind, my signature shows up on any Tapatalk message board I post on so had to delete again!

pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 06:19 PM

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Last nights test. Thoughts?

Nann3r

February 1st, 2016, 06:21 PM

I see a faint line there! :)

ksmom

February 1st, 2016, 06:27 PM

I definitely see something Pinkin. FX it gets darker!

Ttc2015

February 1st, 2016, 06:42 PM

I've missed a lot since yesterday! Don't have time to catch up on it all just now but looks like there could be a couple bfps?!!! I have 2 more days on antibiotics, it's cd17 and still no positive opk. That's the only way I test. It's consistently been day 16 since started swaying. There was a faint line but def nowhere near positive. So every 4 days is out of the window.

Nann3r

February 1st, 2016, 06:44 PM

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160201/710aa56af557170146e95795cadd4876.jpg

I forgot to post my chart with the IC test. I got a temp dip today (8dpo).. So maybe thats why its faint? Or my line was truly an evap.. But I'm hoping the dip is implantation. Just not convinced about it all yet though

essnce629

February 1st, 2016, 06:53 PM

FX Nann! That's a big dip! Hoping it's implantation and that you'll get nice dark lines in two days!

farmgirl33

February 1st, 2016, 07:48 PM

Pinkin - I can see a line :)

Essnce - that's a pain about your signature.

Maiden - thanks. Fx but not holding out much hope.

Nann - nice dip, hope it's implantation & you get a nice dark bfp soon

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momamia4

February 1st, 2016, 08:06 PM

Pinkin2011 and Nann, I definitely see lines on both of your hpts but I can't tell if they have color. FX they keep getting darker!! :D

Princess Mom

February 1st, 2016, 10:57 PM

Pinkin I see the line will you re test with fmu?

Gagirl0221

February 1st, 2016, 11:07 PM

Pinkin I tweeked your test and def see 2 lines would you care if I post it so you can see it darker?

pinkin2011

February 1st, 2016, 11:26 PM

Thanks for doing that. Definitely post it !! Thank you

Gagirl0221

February 1st, 2016, 11:33 PM

Pinkin test yay!! For sticky bean. This is her test I tweeked on my phone. 29659

pinkin2011

February 2nd, 2016, 12:52 AM

Well im pretty upset. Got 2 lines yesterday now nothing?? Wtf!

Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 02:23 AM

Try not to stress pinkin. My 9dpo bfp in december was easy to see, 10dpo was so faint it could've gone either way but 11dpo was definate bfp (I know you're at different dpo but it's from first test no matter dpo) Sensitivity levels are different in each frer test even from the same box so try limit your fluids tonight and test with fmu in morning. I know its hard to see and deal with right now and I really hope you get a no nonsense line in the AM to ease your mind. And you've probably heard this a hundred times (sorry) but hcg levels take 48 hours to double. (Hugs and thinking if you)

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pinkin2011

February 2nd, 2016, 02:37 AM

Thanks pbn... i cant see it going well for me i have gone silly and done 3 tests today!! All negative i havent drank anymore today then i did yesterday i cant keep doing this every month its wearing me down.

farmgirl33

February 2nd, 2016, 02:50 AM

Oh pinkin so sorry. Sending big hugs. Really hope tomorrow brings better news.

I have had some brown spotting this afternoon & have had AF type cramps so I'm sure AF will be here in full force soon.

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Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 02:52 AM

I get it - I used a 7pk in two and a half days plus a 3pk before that last cycle. I posted a test that definately had a line (like yours) and everyone else said they could see too (like yours) It was the last of the 3pk but every test from the 7pk box bar the first looked negative :( . Its like once you see something you lose your head and just keep on testing lol. The sensitivity of the tests really does differ so I'm truly hoping and have everything crossed that you get a definate bfp tomorrow.

519b48 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/519b48)

pinkin2011

February 2nd, 2016, 03:14 AM

Yes tho i had a decent line at 5pm yesterday i just tested as i had a feeling and i got a faint pink line so tested again at 8pm and got a proper decent pink line that could be seen easily. I had no testes left so brought a 7 pack today and tested at 11.30 am expecting a good line again but got a bfn. Its like a cruel joke. Im actually going to get in contact with first response and complain as its not fair to get lines like this that are evaps and all the money that gets spent on these tests. Im so angry

pinkin2011

February 2nd, 2016, 03:16 AM

I have fallen pregnant easily both times and when i got faint lines they progressed i have never had a line like this just turn into a bfn i just dont get it

Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 03:19 AM

Hugs pinkin have sent you a pm

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 03:32 AM

Awww pinkin I agree with Pbn3, I wouldn't necessarily assume anything bad with how early it is. I did see both lines and I don't see squinters on my tablet so there were definitely lines!

essnce, that is super annoying but I never use tapatalk and I always look at your chart, if that helps!

I think I Oed early yesterday? I'm in low post-O temp range but I do sometimes have a less dramatic rise. Today's OPK and tomorrow's temp will hopefully provide more insight. I feel like I should attempt again today ASAP in case I HAVEN'T Oed (though O-4 isn't THAT bad) since I got dark OPKs on CD15 and CD17, but not CD16. I attempted the evening of CD15 but with only 2/3 of a jizzload, he had issues getting it in the cup. I FEEL like I've Oed though based on my nipples & CM. It is possible I'm just releasing a 2nd egg, that is usually what happens when I get 2 LH surges with a day in between.

What do you think based on my chart? : 4a5f89 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4a5f89)

ksmom

February 2nd, 2016, 09:13 AM

So sorry Pinkin. :( It's not fair TTC has been so hard for you. Could it be a chemical and not evaps? I'm going to keep my fingers crossed that you get a sticky BFP soon. Hugs.

Maiden it looks like maybe you ovulated on CD17? That's interesting you could have released two eggs. I would do an attempt CD19 just in case you didn't O but I think you did.

7dpo for me today. Had bad cramping around my left ovary yesterday evening but trying not to read too much into it. I'll test tomorrow but there's probably no point in it.

momamia4

February 2nd, 2016, 09:38 AM

So sorry you are going through this, pinkin2011!! :bighug:

Ladies, I'm a little confused. My hpt this darker than yesterday's. I'm only 4dpo so it couldn't possibly be actual pregnancy hormones. So, I guess it's still the trigger shot?? 29668

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

momamia4

February 2nd, 2016, 09:56 AM

I Googled it and it looks like it's probably a variation in the sensitivity of the tests. :)

My FF Chart: 4bb174 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4bb174)

tfahn

February 2nd, 2016, 10:33 AM

Normal post O temp rise for me this morning and had a bad headache last night which usually comes on O day, so I think it is pretty safe to say I am 1DPO today!! I will try to hold out on testing until 9 DPO which would be next Wednesday.

Nann3r

February 2nd, 2016, 10:34 AM

Got a negative today at 9dpo. I know it's early.. I just don't think our attempts worked. On to the next cycle

Princess Mom

February 2nd, 2016, 10:46 AM

4 DPO woke up so hungry this always happens when I'm pregnant but then went to bathroom to check cm it's creamy and again brown /reddish cm I'm so mad!
I really hope this is due to my chemical a few weeks ago, my doc appt is tmrw morning to check the spotting so sad

Checked again it was brown and gone so mad
But maybe since it brown it old blood?

Gagirl0221

February 2nd, 2016, 10:52 AM

Sorry Pinkin and Nann still fx for you both I hate evap lines. Praying for everyone trying this month. I will be testing the 13th. I am 4dpo today I had a lot of cramps yestarday which was weird. Hoping to have a special valentines gift for DH.

Princess Mom

February 2nd, 2016, 11:29 AM

Sorry pinkin

momamia4

February 2nd, 2016, 01:34 PM

FX, tfahn!!

FX it's just too early, Nann! :)

Sorry, Princess Mom. Sounds like old blood to me.

Good luck, Gagirl!! We're testing buddies!! :)

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Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 02:15 PM

Okay ladies, I'm back after a two month break! I started my first dose of Clomid today after a year of swaying. I know I don't take Vitex with it but what about SP? I'm still vegetarian and watching fats. I've missed everyone's updates! Catch me up!

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 02:28 PM

Princess, I agree that sounds like old blood, probably left over from O.

Momamia, beautiful temp rise today!

Hi Lauren! Don't take anything that affects hormones while on Clomid. So no Vitex or SP, no peppermint tea etc. Good luck with your upcoming attempt! How much Clomid are you taking/what CDs? Do you need it or is it just for swaying?

kmom, thank you for your input. I think I must have Oed early CD17. This morning i temped much earlier than usual, just before 6am. That's when I got 98.1. Then I peed, came back to bed and lay there until almost 10am, my usual temping time, and got 98.5. So possibly my 'true' temp is somewhere in between, like 98.3. But I will leave it on the low temp until I see tomorrow's. My OPKs are definitely fading out now. So I'm 1dpo, yay! 2 weeks of horrible long drawn out waiting to go...

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Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 02:30 PM

Hi Lauren! Don't take anything that affects hormones while on Clomid. So no Vitex or SP, no peppermint tea etc. Good luck with your upcoming attempt! How much Clomid are you taking/what CDs? Do you need it or is it just for swaying?

kmom, thank you for your input. I think I must have Oed early CD17. This morning i temped much earlier than usual, just before 6am. That's when I got 98.1. Then I peed, came back to bed and lay there until almost 10am, my usual temping time, and got 98.5. So possibly my 'true' temp is somewhere in between, like 98.3. But I will leave it on the low temp until I see tomorrow's. My OPKs are definitely fading out now. So I'm 1dpo, yay! 2 weeks of horrible long drawn out waiting to go...

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Okay! I'm taking it because we've been trying to conceive for a year now. I didn't know it swayed...
I'm taking it for 5 days starting today (cd3.) 50mg.

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 02:33 PM

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 02:35 PM

It has a strong pink sway effect. Fx it does the trick for you, I have also been TTC for quite a while, technically since my last BFP/loss in 2012. But swaying/trying off snd on. A year straight on the diet is rough!

Thank you! Yes a year on the diet has been rough. I miss steak soooooooooo bad. I really hope this is my month. I'm trying to get my hopes up but I would be lying if I didn't say I was. I had no clue it swayed pink... That makes me even more excited!!

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 02:47 PM

Oh this is my first Clomid cycle also. I took 50mg CD3-7.

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 03:08 PM

Oh this is my first Clomid cycle also. I took 50mg CD3-7.

Same. What cd are you on now?

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 03:27 PM

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 03:31 PM

CD18. I Oed on the later side, yesterday CD17. I was hoping to O earlier, around CD14, but no luck. CD18 is my average O date. I think I need a higher dose and/or trigger shot to O earlier. Or maybe Femara, which my dr won't give, sigh.

Bc Clomid stays in the body for so long and should only be taken for 6 cycles max ever, I am taking it every other cycle, so no meds next cycle, then Clomid again in March. I don't think I could tolerate back to back cycles anyway, I had really bad hot flashes and extreme fatigue from CD3-CD11. I'm still feeling much hotter thsn usual.

Agh im hoping to avoid hot flashes. I'm headed to the gym today for my hour of cardio, so hopefully fatigue skips me too. Does Oing earlier give you better chances of conceiving? You could still have caught the egg!

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Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 03:32 PM

Oh and what should
Our bd schedule be like on Clomid? We were every 7-10 days our first 8 months ttc then moved up to every 3 days.

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 03:44 PM

I hope you don't get them! I am exceptionally sensitive to hormones especially estrogen, so I wouldn't expect others to react as strongly. And honestly the hot flashes were bearable, it was the fatigue that killed me.

Of course it is totally possible to conceive from O on any CD, and I have conceived from late O before, but MOST of my pregnancies have been from early O, generally really early. Plus I am just fed up with waiting so long to O.

Since you've been TTC so long I'd stick with every 3 days. I will try that myself next cycle.

What CD do you usually O around?

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 03:47 PM

Usually cd14-16
I haven't been on any type of hormones since I was in birth control about 10 years ago... So I have no clue what to expect. Does alcohol interfere with Clomid?

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 04:07 PM

Alcohol in moderation is fine. :)

Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 04:29 PM

Maiden I also think you oed cd 17. Fx for you and tfahn!!

Sorry nann but you're right it is still early. Fx for the next few days :)

Princess mom sounds like old blood to me. Hope you appointment gives you some answers. Good luck and fx to you and Gagirl and Momamia (wowsers what a temp spike!) Another set of cycle buddies :)

Welcome back Lauren! I was thinking of you awhile back and wondering how you were :) Great to see you back and sounding revived!! Also great to hear you're on clomid (great for pink as maiden said). Hope this gives you your best shot yet this cycle! I'm cd4 so we may end up cycle buddies :) I'm not sure when I'll o as have restarted le diet after a decent break from it and have also started cardio. I'm not sure if this will bring my o day forward or not. Anywhere from cd11-cd15 possible at this stage. Being on clomid may make you o earlier to. Also I think you have to wait a certain period before starting opk testing as I think clomid can give false positives?? Maiden or momomia can you confirm or advise how long between last dose and start of opk testing? Hope I'm not wrong here and adding unwarranted confusion!

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Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 04:32 PM

Oh please let me know about the OPKs, I don't want any false positives! I was hoping you would have gotten your positive while I was away PBN :/ we will hopefully be cycle buddies and end our sways this month!! I was very very relaxed on the diet in January and December so I'm back at it hardcore and the cardio as well. Do you advise stay in with e3d as well? I still want to sway some. Feels good to be back and be hopeful. I was feeling super defeated the past few months.

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Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 04:42 PM

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 04:48 PM

I fell pregnant in December but miscarried January :( I would stick with e3d. That's what I'm doing BUT I'll probably add an extra attempt at pos opk as I just want to get pregnant regardless of blue or pink. Only started the diet and cardio to keep busy :)

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Oh PBN I'm so sorry. It's so heartbreaking. I'm glad to see you back and not feeling defeated. We will get out squishies.

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Ttc2015

February 2nd, 2016, 04:54 PM

Ok this thread moves fast! Sorry pinkin and Nann, still got fx. Pinkin I feel like you, I'm starting to winder about my fertility. It all happened so easily with my boys without even knowing when I ovulated, pregnant first attempt both times, and the egg split 2nd time so 2 for the price of one! I guess I was very lucky, but had a scare with my ivf as dr said everything was looking so good they didn't expect me to have such a high number of abnormals. I'm so close to giving up completely now. Want to give it another shot this cycle but things not looking good. Day 18 and still no positive opk.

Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 05:03 PM

Lauren I just checked with another clomid user and its 3 days after your last dose. So if your taking cd3-7 then don't start opks until cd10. Are you still using the digi's or do you have a pile of cheapies?

Ttc2015 when do you normally o?

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Princess Mom

February 2nd, 2016, 05:06 PM

Glass of wine during tww seems fine right? How about wine coolers do they fall in the "alcohol" section for girl sway

It sucks seeing all my close friends pregnant with girls again! Being able to give their daughters a sister and plus having one of each gender. Why is so hard for me

purple

February 2nd, 2016, 06:07 PM

Princess Mom - I had wine in the tww, I don't think it is that bad as long as its just one. Of course I'm not drinking now.

Lauren - good luck with the clomid! I don't find it bad when taking it but it does make O pain more intense for me. I hope it get you that bfp! I was about to hit the 1 year ttc mark too so I know how much it sucks :(

Goodluck everyone in the tww... I'm waiting to see some more BFPs!

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 06:19 PM

Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 06:25 PM

I think its better as I'm not sure how the digi's would be with clomid in your system as they dual test?? If you've got heaps of cheapies I would start at cd8 so you can watch it (the false surge) fade out and see the true surge come in. Thats just me though lol. Its completely unnecessary but gives you something to fill in time lol.

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tfahn

February 2nd, 2016, 06:26 PM

I would stick with the cheapies Lauren, less complicated if u are used to them. Good luck on your Clomid cycle, hopefully it does the trick for you.

maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 07:44 PM

Lauren, Pbn3 is (almost) correct, you should not start testing with OPKs until the 4th day after your last dose of Clomid, so start on CD13 in your case. Otherwise you can get false positives. Thanks for mentioning that Pbn3. :) Cheap strips are just fine and you definitely should avoid the dual hormone CB fertility monitor/advanced OPK. The plain CB digis are fine to use but unnecessary. I highly recommend Wondfo OPKs from amazon, make sure you buy from Formosa Medical as most of the prime sellers on their carry fakes which are not as sensitive or reliable. I expect you will O around CD16. Oh and FWIW, my actual O pain was MILDER than usual this cycle, though while taking Clomid and for almost a week after I felt a lot more 'ovarian activity' on both sides. Not really painful though, at most mildly uncomfortable at times.

If you were REALLY not following the diet at all for 2 whole months I might consider doing one attempt at positive OPK this cycle. If you were following the diet most days but just had several cheat days, I'd stick with E3D. If your cheats were a third or more of the time for a full month, maybe do E4D? Did you stick to the cardio the entire time or did you stop/reduce that too?

Ttc2015, could you get Clomid/Femara to help you O on time and boost your odds of pink? I O late naturally and I hate it, it frustrates me soo much. My O moves around a lot too, it's never been very regular so I never know when to expect it.

Princess, I think alcohol in moderation up untik BFP/14dpoish is just fine. I also think occasional, small-moderate amounts of alcohol are okay while pregnant. Wine coolers are fine for pink, just have with a meal or as your 3rd meal if you only have 2 others, since wine coolers have tons of cals.

Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 07:49 PM

Lauren, Pbn3 is correct, you should not start testing with OPKs until the 4th day after your last dose of Clomid, so start on CD13 in your case. Otherwise you can get false positives. Thanks for mentioning that Pbn3. :)

If you were REALLY not following the diet at all for 2 whole months I might consider doing one attempt at positive OPK this cycle. If you were following the diet most days but just had several cheat days, I'd stick with E3D. If your cheats were a third or more of the time for a full month, maybe do E4D? Did you stick to the cardio the entire time or did you stop/reduce that too?

I stuck to the diet for the most part but had meat atleast 5 of those days and high fat probably 10-12. I didn't exercise at all. I have been full force with the diet and cardio for a two weeks now.

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Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 07:51 PM

Maiden Lauren usually o's cd14 - 16. Do you think she should start testing abit earlier than cd13 in case the clomid makes her o early? Maybe cd11 instead which is 4 days after last dose?

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purple

February 2nd, 2016, 08:26 PM

Clomid can make you O a bit later if you are and early ovulater normally. It is normally 5 to 10 days from last dose that you ovulate. Cd 11 would be fine. I started around cd12 and my last dose was cd9.

twointow83

February 2nd, 2016, 08:27 PM

subbing

momamia4

February 2nd, 2016, 08:36 PM

My RE told me to start opk testing on cd10 when I took clomid cd3-7.

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maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 08:41 PM

I think it's fine to test before the 4th day after last dose but I would NOT decide when to BD based on a potentially false positive. As purple said, it is very unlikely she will O earlier on Clomid, if anything it makes most O later UNLESS they naturally O early (CD12 or earlier) most of the time.

Since Lauren Os at a regular time, CD14-16, and is taking Clomid CD5-9, it is extremely unlikely she will O before CD14. Most regular/not super late Oers will O 5-10 days after their last dose of Clomid, with around 7 days after being most common by far. It is very rare to O less than 5 days after last dose, more than 10 days after is MUCH, much more common. For Lauren, I'd bet on CD16 as most likely O day and even plan BDing so an attempt falls on CD14 or CD15 thereby aiming for O-2 or O-1 timing, which have by far the highest odds of conception.

There IS some confusion/controversy over when one can start OPKing on Clomid, with some saying the 3rd day like Pbn3 & Momamia mentioned and some saying the 4th day like myself. Whether the woman has PCOS, the time of day she takes her Clomid, the dose, individual metabolism etc can make a difference. For women without any PCOS tendencies, on 50mg taken right before bed, it's fairly unlikely to get a false positive (or any positive) on the 3rd day after last dose. So I REALLY think it will be a moot point for Lauren.

maidentomother

February 2nd, 2016, 09:12 PM

I stuck to the diet for the most part but had meat atleast 5 of those days and high fat probably 10-12. I didn't exercise at all. I have been full force with the diet and cardio for a two weeks now.

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In that case I might do E4D, starting on CD6 or 7, so you end up with attempts on CD10/11, CD14/15, and CD18/19 in your potential fertile period. If you want you can add another attempt at CD22/23 to be completely covered. Whether you start on CD6 or 7 depends on whether you feel more comfortable aiming for O-2 or O-1, assuming you will most likely O on CD16, +/- a day. If you start on CD7, then you will have a better timed attempt if you O on the early side on CD14, so I'd maybe do CD7 over CD6. It also gives you better timing if you O a little late, on CD17.

The above schedule should maximise both your odds of conception and odds of pink. If no BFP this cycle, I'd probably suggest you switch to E3D next cycle.

farmgirl33

February 2nd, 2016, 09:16 PM

Hi all. As expected AF arrived yesterday. Felt too crappy to come in here & update last night. Have come to terms with it today & am not dwelling on it anymore. Maybe this is the month it is supposed to happen. If I did fall pregnant this month my due date would be Nov sometime (depending on when I o). DD1 & DD3 birthdays are only 19 days apart. DD2 birthday is 24 November. Mind you I have to have a C-section so I would probably have baby at around 39 weeks. Well better stop day dreaming & get back to work. Keeping my fx for those who are in tww. I want to see some nice bfps.

twointow83

February 2nd, 2016, 09:23 PM

Hugs farmgirl

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Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 10:18 PM

Ok I thought Lauren was taking clomid from 3-7???? Sorry for the confusion :)

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Laurenk1424

February 2nd, 2016, 10:18 PM

Ok I thought Lauren was taking clomid from 3-7???? Sorry for the confusion :)

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Yeah, I am. That's the part I got confused about..... Does that change everything she just said? Haha

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Pbn3

February 2nd, 2016, 10:19 PM

Sorry farmgirl :(

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Nann3r

February 2nd, 2016, 11:03 PM

Anyone get a late hcg? /: is it common?

momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 12:16 AM

So sorry farmgirl!

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purple

February 3rd, 2016, 12:55 AM

Sorry farmgirl :(

Nann - are you 9dpo? It's still early. I once didn't get a bfp until 14dpo but that was my blighted ovum pregnancy. I have heard of late bfps with successful pregnancy too.

I cancelled my fertility specialist appointment today, that saves me about $150 for the appointment and $450 for the clomid monitoring. I'm still really nervous about it all!

Nann3r

February 3rd, 2016, 12:59 AM

I've had subtle but sharp cramp-like tinges in my abdomen most of the day. Hoping so bad it's implantation.

momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 01:03 AM

Nann, I think XX said before that with one of her pregnancies she didn't get a bfp until 21dpo. So, I think you're totally fine. I've also seen women on here who had negatives up until 13/14dpo and then get a bfp. Keep the faith! :) FX for you!!

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maidentomother

February 3rd, 2016, 06:18 AM

Lauren, I'm so sorry! I swore I saw CD5-9. Taking it CD3-7, doing E4D and assuming O on CD14, I'd BD CDs 5, 9, 13, 17, and 21, with maybe a CD25 if you want to be completely covered. I would start testing with OPKs CD12, but you can start on CD11 if you want, though it is very unlikely you will O on CD12. Everything else I said stands.

farmgirl, I'm sorry.

Nann, I never got a BFP on an HPT my last pregnancy, and I tested regularly up until my miscarriage at 5w. I had high betas and it was a twin pregnancy, though one twin was ectopic.

Ttc2015

February 3rd, 2016, 06:42 AM

Pbn I normally get a positive opk day 16 (been testing since Septmber cycle) and have pains and fullness feeling the following day which I assumed was ovulation. We had sex last night anyway and first thing this morning (day 18) had positive opk. Plan to leave it 4 days and continue with every 4 day plan for rest of the cycle.

Maiden - I don't know much about clomid! For some reason I think it can increase your chances of having multiples?!!! I'm terrified of having twins again, which is why it has taken so long for us to pluck up the courage and try for our 4th - our twins will be 5 soon. I'm in the uk does anyone know how easy it is to get prescribed here? Had thought I might approach my GP and see if there is anything they can do to help.

maidentomother

February 3rd, 2016, 07:05 AM

Ttc, yay you are almost in the TWW. 2 days before O is optimal timing.

Clomid does have an increased risk of multiples, mostly twins. Femara on the other hand works the same way, also sways pink, but doesn't have the increased multiples risk. Unfortunately many drs (including mine here in Germany) won't prescribe it bc it is not officially approved for fertility use (it was approved to treat breast cancer). But since you had ID twins you are not already at increased risk for fraternal twinning. Unless you have a family history of the latter?

Definitely looks like I Oed 2 days ago on CD17, silly FF gave me cross hairs at CD16 so I promptly switched to FAM mode. 4a5f89 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4a5f89)

Pbn3

February 3rd, 2016, 07:10 AM

Maiden so excited for you this cycle and you have your 2-o attempt!!

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purple

February 3rd, 2016, 07:45 AM

maidentomother

February 3rd, 2016, 07:52 AM

Thanks purple! I actually REALLY think you Oed 1 day later and thus most likely conceived from the 2nd, later attempt.

Pbn3, thank you also. I think I Oed very early on CD17 so my attempt was around 36 hours before. I couldn't be happier with the timing of that one attempt. I think it's the best timing I've ever had since TTC/swaying.

purple

February 3rd, 2016, 07:56 AM

I suppose it is possible, it is very borderline. If that is the case then my first test was 10dpo is quite dark. I was even thinking my tests were darker than with my boys, if O is one day later then they are even darker when comparing!

Although that would make my implantation cramps at 4dpo?

twointow83

February 3rd, 2016, 08:01 AM

FX to everyone :)

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maidentomother

February 3rd, 2016, 08:58 AM

I don't believe in implantation cramps personally, and 5dpo is VERY early for implantation. I've seen tons of lines that dark at 10dpo and even earlier. I'll be interested to hear if you measure a day behind at your first scan.

I think maybe the cramping you felt was due to your fallopian tubes contracting; I believe I've felt that on several occasions, none of which were BFP cycles.

Bella29

February 3rd, 2016, 09:03 AM

Hi everyone! I've just finished my tww, with a bfp on 9dpo. Totally excited by it, it's our fourth baby. First attempt ttc this baby, we have been lucky like that. Hoping to see you all in the due date groups. We swayed boy and boy have I packed on the weight! Lol! Oh well. No doubt will lose a few in the first few months before putting it on again. Wishing you all well in your tww's. Hope to see you all in the spring due date groups.

maidentomother

February 3rd, 2016, 09:10 AM

How long were you on the diet, Bella?

My nipples are soooooo sore. They are on FIRE! I don't usually get this symptom in natural cycles but almost always on Vitex and last month on FSH injections. It is nice to have confirmation I Oed beyond temps!

Bella29

February 3rd, 2016, 09:39 AM

Basically we were on holidays from a few days before my last period we had a hot breakfast everyday which was generally eggs etc and I drank lots of a colloidal mineral drink which is supposed to be more bioavailble than normal vitamins and minerals. So really other than the fact that Christmas was the two weeks before my last period and so we were also eating a lot then, basically for a months and a half I have indulged. Fingers crossed we make another boy. But either way I am happy. Would love to just finish our family. That thought brings me contentment. I am happy to finish off our family. After this I am done, so I am lapping up the last firsts.

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Bella29

February 3rd, 2016, 09:41 AM

Maiden to mother, I hope your boobs settle down for you soon. It is such a pain in the arse. I have a 20 month old who loves to play with my boobs. I am going to have to be strict with him because I get strong breast feeding aversion when pregnant and he is still feeding. Poor little one won't know what hits him if I say no. But breastfeeding is a partnership and if I can't come to the part it won't work.

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momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 10:00 AM

I need some advice. I noticed a rash 3-4 days ago right at the base of my stomach/top of my pubic area. It itches horribly. I had DH look at it for the first time last night and it is horribly red and sore. There are little red bumps, like hives all over that area. I'm pretty sure it's from the trigger shot because that's the only thing that is out of the ordinary. Should I call my RE? Is it something I should be worried about? It's definitely annoying so any ideas of what I can do to stop the itching would be fabulous! :)

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ksmom

February 3rd, 2016, 10:01 AM

Congratulations Bella! Please take my blue dust! :)

Maiden good timing this cycle! I think O-2 is one of the best chances at conception other than O-1. FX for you!

8dpo and I thought I saw a shadow of a line on a cheapie test but I really think it's an evap because it looked grayish. It's really too early to test anyway. Out of the four times I've been pregnant, the earliest I've ever had a positive test was 9dpo but it was SO faint so I really don't ever get a "sure" line until 10dpo. Other than cramping, I've basically felt nothing this TWW. I almost always have symptoms, pregnant or not, so this is unusual for me. For next cycle I've decided to do E3D and hopefully I'll have an early O like this cycle so I'm not waiting around too long for O to happen.

ksmom

February 3rd, 2016, 10:06 AM

Momamia I'd let your RE know just in case it is a reaction to the shot.

twointow83

February 3rd, 2016, 10:39 AM

Call your RE. I would not hazard a guess on what might help because something that helps one type of rash could make another rash worse.

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momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 12:08 PM

They told me to take Benadryl. They didn't think it was related to the trigger shot. Even though I told them that is the only thing that is different. She said if there isn't a rash at the injection site then it isn't because of the shot.

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Kmomofthree

February 3rd, 2016, 12:24 PM

Congratulations Bella!! Please take all my blue dust!!! I don't want any of it, lol.

Kmomofthree

February 3rd, 2016, 12:26 PM

Hope the Benadryl works for you momamia . Can you put any anti itch cream on it? Cortisone 10? Hope it goes away soon :-(

momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 12:38 PM

Congrats Bella!!

Ksmom, FX it's just too early!! :)

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Gagirl0221

February 3rd, 2016, 01:58 PM

Momma is if cortisone cream don't help may sound crazy but try cocunut oil if you have some.

Laurenk1424

February 3rd, 2016, 03:09 PM

Little one has fever today so I can't head to the gym..... Ughhhhhh why does my head tell me that missing one day throws
My whole sway

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maidentomother

February 3rd, 2016, 03:57 PM

ksmom, I think no symptoms is a great sign, personally. I never have early pregnancy symptoms. 8dpo is super early to get a BFP. And yes I am very pleased with my timing, I think it's actually exactly between 1& 2 days before O. Let's hope it & Clomid make a difference. I still can't get over how unusually mild my O pain was after the weeks of ovarian activity I felt leading up to O.

Momamia, maybe the Clomid caused a rash? That seems most likely to me, if it is caused by a med, which doesn't seem all that likely. The HCG in the trigger couldn't cause a rash, but maybe a preservative in it...seems unlikely to me, however. I think a topical reaction to something is most likely, or possibly just heat rash. But rashes are notoriously difficult to diagnose so it could be a bajillion things. Are you typically prone to rashes from stress, topical sensitivity, or meds? I think coconut oil is worth trying, it is very soothing IME.

Lauren, I hope your DS feels better soon. Maybe you could take a long walk with the stroller? One day of missed cardio definitely won't ruin your sway.

momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 04:18 PM

Laurenk1424

February 3rd, 2016, 04:53 PM

I think I'm going to try the coconut oil first since I already have it. Then I'll try some Benadryl cream - I might already have this too. I do usually get rashes and topical problems from meds or anything new touching my skin. Thanks for the suggestions! :)

Sorry your kiddo is sick, Lauren. My youngest is sick too. I am thinking he just has a bad head cold but he's been complaining about a sore throat for a few days and sounds horrible when he talks. I'm at the doctor with him now.

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Thanks momma! His is definitely a head cold. He's super snotty and coughing a lot with a small fever. We're loading up with elderberry, eucalyptus and thieves. Hope yours feels better too. It's not fun when they're sick. Good news though, I'm headed to the gym.,, hubs came home early!

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Nann3r

February 3rd, 2016, 05:05 PM

10dpo and still a bfn. Just to update everyone

momamia4

February 3rd, 2016, 05:41 PM

Sorry, Nann. It could still be too early though.

Lauren, DS has strep throat. :( I feel bad that I didn't take him to the doctor yesterday.

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Princess Mom

February 3rd, 2016, 05:45 PM

Went to Doctor this morning, cervix looks good and healthy, she tested me for thyroid, and basically think it due to my previous miscarriage. I did not spot today! So she thinks it was hormones and won't come back, if I am not pregnant this cycle she will do an ultrasound after my period ends to check if everything normal. Hoping I am pregnant! I'm 5dpo

Princess Mom

February 3rd, 2016, 05:46 PM

I want to test at 9dpo!!! But I'm scared haha

Princess Mom

February 3rd, 2016, 06:00 PM

Looks good Maiden! Fx for a BFP!

I had an O-3 attempt and an O attempt, both were about 10pm. Do you think I would have conceived from the first attempt? It seems unlikely the sperm from the last attempt would have time to get to the egg?

This is what I did! Not sure no one will know when haha, I had two surges so totally messed me up! Atomic recommended every 3 days to me,

Girlieplease

February 3rd, 2016, 06:33 PM

maiden thanks for the advice on the diet, i think I can do the 2 -3 meals per day and no snacking and no meat. I think I can do the exercise but I have to do it in sections so: Sunday 6 mile run (1 hour) and half an hour swimming with DS2, Monday 30 minutes walk before breakfast and 30 mins after children go to bed. Tuesday 30 min run in morning and 30 mins walk after children in bed, Wednesday 20 min walk in the morning, 20 mins at lunchtime and 20 mins after children in bed. Thursday 40 mins before breakfast and 20 mins after children in bed. Friday morning 30 min swim and 30 walk after kids in bed, Saturday 3 mile run and 30 mins walking. Would that be ok? Breakfast for the children not me.

pbn3 thanks for the tip about my fitness pal I am using it now it is great and thanks for screen shot of what your eating it really helps

signing I unintentionally swayed pink before conceiving DD, I was on a diet for nearly a year before i got married. I ate very little and stopped it about a week before my wedding, I had lost loads of weight, I was off the diet about 7 weeks when I conceived my dd and atomic said that because I was on the diet for so long, it did not matter that I was off it for a few weeks, so maybe the same applies to you?

Momamia4, love the hummus tip, I am living on the stuff now!

Princess mom am with you, everyone seems to be having girls and more than one, my best friend has just had her third, sometimes when you have one of each people dont understand but it is tough

Welcome Lauren, fingers crossed for Nan, Maiden and everyone else bfp's all around. Congrats Bella hope you have a great pregnancy

Pbn3

February 3rd, 2016, 07:23 PM

Fx princess mom! When do you plan to if not 9dpo?

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ksmom

February 3rd, 2016, 08:13 PM

Girlie please, if you're doing exercise then the hour of cardio needs to be one continuous hour rather than broken up over the day.

Laurenk1424

February 3rd, 2016, 08:33 PM

Girlie please, if you're doing exercise then the hour of cardio needs to be one continuous hour rather than broken up over the day.

I'm with ks- I think it sways boy if not continuous cardio for atleast an hour.

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Pbn3

February 3rd, 2016, 08:35 PM

Quinn31

February 3rd, 2016, 09:54 PM

Hi ladies. Trying to catch up but things move too fast for me. Hope everyone is feeling well and stress-free.

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purple

February 3rd, 2016, 10:01 PM

Agree with ksmom Girlie, 60 mins cardio in one session. Breaking it up like that may be worse for your sway. If you cant do it continuous have you thought of doing couch potato instead?

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Unless you have pcos because then it is beneficial to do some exercise compared to couch potato. Ideally in 60 min blocks but sometimes that is not possible. Maybe check with atomic.:)

Princess Mom

February 3rd, 2016, 10:58 PM

10 or 11 DPO, cm has now turned from usual creamy yellowish to pure white thick cm, hmm I do get this when I'm pregnant, could be a sign or I'm just crazy haha. Will see! Gonna test Monday at 10dpo

ksmom

February 3rd, 2016, 11:06 PM

FX for a BFP Princessmom! I also did an O-3 and O day attempt. I feel like it didn't work for me this month but I hope it did for you! Purple just got her BFP with the same attempts. :) I'm testing tomorrow at 9dpo just because I can't help myself. haha

Gagirl0221

February 3rd, 2016, 11:19 PM

Is mom and princess mom fx for both of you for BFP. I am 5dpo today and tmi but have had tons of white creamy cm for past 2 days. Today I thought I would need a liner it was so bad. I hope it's a good sign. Prayer everyday for us all to get our BFP.

Pbn3

February 3rd, 2016, 11:56 PM

Unless you have pcos because then it is beneficial to do some exercise compared to couch potato. Ideally in 60 min blocks but sometimes that is not possible. Maybe check with atomic.:)
As Purple says maybe ask atomic Girlie. Apologies, I didn't even take pcos into consideration. Sorry if my post was misleading.

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Pbn3

February 3rd, 2016, 11:57 PM

Fx for tomorrow ksmom!! How exciting!

Good luck for a few days time gagirl! Sounds promising!

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maidentomother

February 4th, 2016, 06:47 AM

Girlie, as others have said, cardio for pink needs to one uninterrupted block of 60+ min. Breaking it up sways blue, unless you have PCOS in which case any exercise is great. But even then, one big block is ideal.

ksmom, I think those flat temps look very promising, I've seen that happen often in pregnancy charts. Fx for tomorrow!

Momamia, any luck with the rash? I'm sorry about DS3, strep is miserable. Not to scare you, but look up PANDAS; I think I may have developed my OCD at least in part to un/mistreated strep infections, as well as partial deafness, and I have a heart murmur from the most recent time I had it. Basically, just be proactive and make sure the strep is aggressively treated.

Got my cross hairs, yay! 3dpo: 4a5f89 Ovulation charts on FertilityFriend.com (http://www.fertilityfriend.com/home/4a5f89)