TTC Girl daily exercise movivation group!

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hi BR , there is hope!! I just feel its a very important part of a girl sway, I really didn't want to stop but got so sick with the flu and then had to go away and also having visitors from intestate was hard to continue to commit .

Gladly I have still lost weight even though I stopped , has been 5 weeks since no exercise but only have lost 2kilos. When I was exercising it was a kilo a week . So do prefer the exercise route!!!

Iam over the diet though, but would do LE again to get weight off after I do have another baby .

How are you feeling br? Hows the eating going now that u can JUST EAT.... Whenever whatever
SO jealous
Ha ha can't eat everything I want still feel sick or no appetite for a lot of foods. But I'm doing good 4 weeks and 4 days today! Been popping in every so often to see how you ladies are doing and I'm impressed! Well done all!

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[XXforhubby]

Looks like my 9 day stretch is turning into a 14 day stretch since it will rain ALL next week. I figure I can take 4-5 days off and still be ok. I'm continuing to lose inches which means more weight to follow soon. I'll need to take some time off.

The things we put ourselves through....


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[Beautifulrainbow]

Btw.. Have a nice piece of steak for me xx
Yum miss my meat
Cannot eat steak yet but as soon as I do I will dedicate that 1st one to you faith in pink! Ha ha

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[chocolate]

I'm struggling with exercise at the moment. I did it yesterday but feel drained while dieting and taking metformin that I feel lethargic. Usually I'm the sort of person who gets up and on and walks really fast etc. But I'm the opposite at the moment. I'm being OK with food to compensate so I still loose weight. I think I'll have to try and do the exercise daily when I get to the week of ovulation. I have walked to the school and back today and will do this afternoon too, and cleaned at fast mode today for an hour or more but just dont think I'll have the energy for the gym.

Do you think on days like today it would be worth doing just say 30 mins at the gym of cardio instead of nothing at all?

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[chocolate]

Atomic can you answer this if you see it? About if you can't do an hour of exercise, but could do half an hour, is it better to do the half hour or none at all?

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[3'sacharm]

Morning ladies!! Just sat down for first time today as been doing loads of jobs including painting the hall, well, base coat! So only just eating my first meal of the day but should pan out well as going running at 5pm... Hope you're all having good days x

[XXforhubby]

Atomic can you answer this if you see it? About if you can't do an hour of exercise, but could do half an hour, is it better to do the half hour or none at all?

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I'm not Atomic, but I've swayed before and have been on this board for a few years now- so I can help!

Do you have PCOS or are you diabetic? I ask, because you are on Metformin. If so, then ANY amount of exercise will help your sway in this case. When you are insulin resistant, IR, you benefit from moderate exercise to help regulate insulin production and to burn fat. If you do have one of these conditions, I speculate the 60min of cardio is burning too much fat for you and that is why you are feeling run down.

Do what you can! Any is better than none for you, in this situation. You're doing great!!

BTW, I wish I had the time to clean my house for an hour straight! With me having such a little baby, I'm doing great just being able to clean a room of my house a day!

[Girlieplease]

Am not sure but I asked a similar question a while back, not sure if atomic answered it but unless you have pcos, then it has to be an hour cardio or nothing, apparently breaking the exercise up throughout the day sways blue, I had planned to walk for half and hour in the morning and then half an hour cardio in afternoon but people said that would sway blue! Hope that makes sense, it is so hard to fit the exercise in and doing it with the diet is energy sapping, x o

[3'sacharm]

I completely missed your post when I wrote mine chocolate?! As the ladies above have said though, if you're IR them any exercise otherwise less than an hour straight of cardio sways blue. Are you drinking coffee? I'm living on it since starting my sway, it's the only thing that gets me through the day with the boost it gives me x

[chocolate]

I have had Pcos in the past but not sure where I'm at with that at the minute. I am a slim Pcos girl too.
If I take Metformin it makes me feel weak, aches and ears feel achey too. I think I'm going to have my dinner and not take a metformin and go to the gym to do my hour. Had to try and nap on the sofa after the school run, only ever when I take the metformin that I feel like I need to sleep. I have 1 coffee in the am but it seems to make me feel a bit out of it, like I'm alert but can't function normally, bit hard to describe! I got a good 9 hours sleep last night so it's not like I'm tired, just body feels like it is.

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I have had Pcos in the past but not sure where I'm at with that at the minute. I am a slim Pcos girl too.
If I take Metformin it makes me feel weak, aches and ears feel achey too. I think I'm going to have my dinner and not take a metformin and go to the gym to do my hour. Had to try and nap on the sofa after the school run, only ever when I take the metformin that I feel like I need to sleep. I have 1 coffee in the am but it seems to make me feel a bit out of it, like I'm alert but can't function normally, bit hard to describe! I got a good 9 hours sleep last night so it's not like I'm tired, just body feels like it is.

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Can you get the slow release ones I have just been put onto the slow release ones because l was not getting on with the regular ones

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[chocolate]

Yes maybe I should look into those, thanks

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[davesig4]

Well I did an hour of tennis training this morning. Didn't feel like enough strangely but it was an hour and my heart rate war raised the whole time. Keep going everyone x

[Shannshaff]

I hope you don't mind, but I have a question for you all. Would you consider mowing the lawn as your exercise for the da? It usually takes me 1-1/2 hours and I am moving non stop and sweating the whole time. Thanks

[chocolate]

Well davesig4.

Yes I'd count that as exercise if heart rate is up and sweating! I pushed DS3 in the buggy the other day for part of my work out and I found that harder than the gym!

I made it to the gym after an early tea, 10 mins left to go!! It's the thought of having to do it again tomorrow and the next day etc!

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[chocolate]

Sorry forgot the done lol, meant well done!

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[davesig4]

When I first read it chocolate it was almost a "Well, davesig4, (:nyd:with raised eyebrows)"! But I knew what you meant!

[XXforhubby]

Well I did an hour of tennis training this morning. Didn't feel like enough strangely but it was an hour and my heart rate war raised the whole time. Keep going everyone x

I love tennis! If my DS3 wasn't so little, I'd go play and let my DS2 play at the park next to the court. Ah well, I'll live vicariously through you!

I can't wait until I get my new jogging stroller. When DS3 can sit up by himself, I'm planning on taking him and DS2 for a run. I think I'll be outgrowing the walking soon.

Way to go everyone! Let's keep up the good work [emoji166][emoji175][emoji166]

[Frilly Lady]

1hr on TM done watching 5* babies, speechless!
Everyone seems to be doing great.
Sorry can't help with your questions chocolate but fingers crossed you get your bfp really soon so you can start feeling perkier.

[Beautifulrainbow]

I must watch that on catch up

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[chocolate]

What's it about?

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[Frilly Lady]

Yes you must it's on bbc I player. It's about women who give birth in the Portland hospital, it's an eye opener what the other half can have, it's like a going into a 5* hotel to give birth.

[Beautifulrainbow]

I will watch it tomorrow if hubby is in work. I'm already in bed I'm soooo tired. I just do the house work or shopping now and I'm tired out for the day.

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[chocolate]

I don't blame you,I'm normally in bed by 9 when not pregnant! Did you have your neck checked or is that not yet?

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Oh yes sorry I forgot to put it over here. Everything is fine! They are benign lymph nodes.

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[chocolate]

That's great news :-) :-) I can't keep up with all posts so thought I'd ask whereever I saw you posting lol

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[Frilly Lady]

Oh yes sorry I forgot to put it over here. Everything is fine! They are benign lymph nodes.

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So pleased for you br. :cheer:

[Beautifulrainbow]

Last few days i have only mostly replied to what people. Not really much going on with me pregnancy wise

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Which I think is good

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[chocolate]

My friend is early pregnancy and has been telling me all about her nausea... I am praying I fly through pregnancy without noticing it too much ;-)

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I'm getting the neusea too but I have already moaned about that. I'm not going to burden you ears any more with it. The cramping has settled down now. The dizziness has gone for now too. Only things I'm getting is this some stomach musle stretching/ripping pain. And no appetite! Oh and sore breasts!

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[chocolate]

Bless you! Your just being considerate to us :-) Must remember that though if I get a bfp as it's hard enough dieting without thinking about pregnancy feeling rubbish ha ha!!
I remember having lots of odd stretching feelings, on one hand it's reassuring that something is happening like growing etc. But on the other hand it can make you worry

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[3'sacharm]

60mins on the bike done! I WILL carry on this week to make a 4 day streak at least this week and more if work/tiredness allows with 3 night shifts starting tomorrow night! Keep up the good work ladies xx

[XXforhubby]

60mins done this morning to complete 12 days in a row. Hopefully I can get two more days in. Next we we are supposed to get a bunch of rain, and I want to use that time to spring clean and go through my boys' clothes [emoji12]! I'd much rather exercise, haha!!


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[Beautifulrainbow]

Well done everyone.

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[chocolate]

I did 60 mins too this am at the gym, hope we are all back on track now :-) I seem to have maybe 2 days or 3 maximum where I loose the willpower and then get back on track for another couple of weeks

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[Frilly Lady]

You've all done do well today but I've let the side down. I've had the day off from everything as my gorgeous boy is home from uni for the weekend and we went shopping then out for lunch. We were going running together but he wanted to make a cake so we sat this afternoon and had coffee and cake instead. Back on the crazy train again tomorrow though, promise!

[chocolate]

1 day off isnt bad at all so I wouldn't worry, I'd have done the same, sounds like a lovely day :-)

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[Beautifulrainbow]

You've all done do well today but I've let the side down. I've had the day off from everything as my gorgeous boy is home from uni for the weekend and we went shopping then out for lunch. We were going running together but he wanted to make a cake so we sat this afternoon and had coffee and cake instead. Back on the crazy train again tomorrow though, promise!
Love it crazy train

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Just told an old friend I'm pregnant and she went crazy nuts in a good way love that reaction!

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[chocolate]

Other people's excitement for you is always lovely :-)
I think people may be negative as we have 3 already and the grandparents made a comment about having the 3rd about having to buy extra at Christmas etc.! I just said well split what you'd normally spend, between all 3. She also said oh what a shame it's not a girl about DS3, so I'm not looking forward to telling people sadly!

Exercise done, 15 mins X trainer, 15 mins jogging, 15 on the bike and then 15 uphill fast walk :-)

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[XXforhubby]

Completed 60min cardio and let the boys play at the playground near the trail we walk. Walked another 25min back home.



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[3'sacharm]

Well done girls! Did an hours run this morning so got it out the way early!

I have to say, the one thing that concerns me about having another (among many other concerns!!) is what other people will say, especially if it is another boy!!! My friend just had a girl after two boys (in fact, 2 friends have just done that with new partners, maybe that's what we need to do girls, get a new man ������) and so many comments about the fact it was a girl after two boys but it makes it sound like anything other than that would have been disappointing?!x

[Frilly Lady]

1hr done on TM, feel better for it after my cheat day yesterday.

It really bothers me too having to tell people if we ever get pregnant again. I think for me it's more of an age thing, as I'm 41 I think everyone thinks we've done having kids because our youngest is 14. They don't realise we've been trying for so long. And yes the well let's hope it's a girl this time blah blah blah. If it ever happens I really need to be armed with some really good come backs to make them think about how stupid and hurtful they sound!

[chocolate]

Yes I can imagine you would also get hurtful comments. I'm going to have to think of some good comebacks. Depends on my mood and who says it, if I say yes I'm hoping for a girl this time but I bet if I said that they would then have an opinion of I shouldn't be bothered lol!! Well done on getting the exercise done. I find it easier on a Weekend.... And it's a bit of a break from the noise of the house to go to the gym ;-)

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I ignore hurtful comments. If anyone does say let's hope it's a girl or maybe it's a girl. I say yes that would be really nice but If I get a boy I get a boy simple as. Yes I will be disappointed. But then I know i was never meant to have a girl! And the boy will be loved just the same.
I actually was asked what if it's a boy by from the NHS fertility doctor and I told hi the above. And in the end he said he was only joking when he asked.

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[chocolate]

I think pregnancy hormones just make it all harder to handle too

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[3'sacharm]

That's it. I'm trying to go into this with a hope for a girl and obviously swaying, but if we have another and if it's a boy, then clearly it was meant to be; I'll know I did all that I could to try for a girl but the I was destined to bring up all boys.x

[chocolate]

I tell myself it's better to have another child than not at all, and if I have another boy that makes 4..... Surely 1 will be able to diy and cut the grass for me when I'm old :-) :-)

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[Girlieplease]

I have done OK with exercising this week, 2 hrs today and a 6 mile run tomorrow will complete my second week of 6 days of cardio, but diet has been crap for two days, getting back on track tomorrow. Think we need to come up with some witty retorts to people's nasty comments, I think I will get less of this because I have a dd, but I have not told a single person other than my husband that I am trying for another

[Girlieplease]

Sorry posted too soon, or that we are swaying. I don't think it is something that the vast majority of people understand. I will probably get more negative comments about the fact am pregnant with a fourth baby!

[3'sacharm]

Been terrible with diet since I got home last night, just wanted to eat anything and everything and loads of it then then lo and behold, this morning I've started spotting!! Fingers crossed this is a period as I really don't want the hassle of not ov post pill!!!

Currently on the bike for the next 50mins for my hours cardio, bored already :( help ladies!! I need A stick beating me tonight as so tired and hungry and working tonight.x

[davesig4]

So you have all put me to shame this weekend. I was up for 21 hours straight yesterday and I has completely knocked the life out of me! I have literally been fighting my eyes to stay open the entire time, and then we had to go to a friends for dinner last night which meant another late night, today has been horrible. SO I did no exercise yesterday or today, and I am so annoyed with myself because I was doing so well with it last week, I felt that I had got into the groove! And coupled with a way too large dinner at our friends last night and a massive lunch at my SIL today, I feel like the whole thing has gone out of the window and my all efforts have been dissolved in the last 36 hours!

[XXforhubby]

Aw! Hang in there! Don't beat yourself up- these things happen. Just pick back up when you catch more sleep!

You're doing great!



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[XXforhubby]

Did my 60min daily walk this afternoon with only wearing DS3. It was a nice change! Going for another walk with the family to play at a park after dinner. Bonus exercise!!

I'll be taking 2 days off this week due to weather and needing to go through my boys' clothes [emoji14]! I hate doing this job, and I can't procrastinate anymore than I already have. I need you all to crack the whip for me!!



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[Beautifulrainbow]

How are all you lovely ladies

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[Mulberry Smurf]

Hey all sorry not been on properly in a few days. Not too sure whether to sway this year or next now. I am 31 so time isn't totally on my side but i am wondering whether it may be better to wait for both my boys to be in pre school before we start trying again as life will potentially be a bit more settled then and I will have to walk for an hour each day anyway which takes care of the exercise element! The only thing stopping me is how impatient I am but I guess I have lots to keep me entertained this year which should help take my mind off swaying!
How's everyone's weekends been? Xx

[chocolate]

3sacarm I feel like that too when due on and just want to eat! Hoping it was your af!

Davesig4 I'm sure your body will remember the exercise you did and good diet more than just 2 days off so don't worry!

Xxforhubby, clothes sorting is such a chore! And always my chore!!

Hi Beautiful Rainbow, hope your well!

I understand Mulberry smurf. My kids will all be in school when we have our last and to be honest I'm so looking forward to having just a baby in the day and can go to meet a mums without juggling 2 children this time.

I've done my exercise for 5 days in a row so far I think :-)


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[XXforhubby]

15.Days.In.A.Row. I'm crazy! I'll go tomorrow too as I cheated yesterday and broke my rule of only cheating the first two days of AF. I've got to do my weekly cleaning and sort clothes. I cannot procrastinate anymore than I already have! Ugh. I'd rather exercise, haha!



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[3'sacharm]

Hi all!!

BR - lovely to see you!! How are you feeling? Any appointments coming up/had with GP/mw?

Chocolate - YES!!!! AF is definitely here and with a vengeance, typical after I've been asking on other threads and actually came very close to offering Agnus castus and taking tumeric to encourage it lol! I use a mooncup and bearing in mind I only started spotting yesterday, I've just flooded after less than 5 hours!! Sorry for tmi, I am pleased mainly as things appear to be getting back to normal but jeez I've not missed the monthlies, and defo not the cramps either. Not sure if I'll do exercise or not today before my second night shift, I've done 5 days in a row so won't feel bad about not doing it, just not sure if I want to risk gym-ing it with af so heavy...

In also looking forward to having a baby 1-1 again as both my boys are at school but that in itself worries me with the bigger age gap... Oh well, what will be will be xx

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hi all!!

BR - lovely to see you!! How are you feeling? Any appointments coming up/had with GP/mw?

Chocolate - YES!!!! AF is definitely here and with a vengeance, typical after I've been asking on other threads and actually came very close to offering Agnus castus and taking tumeric to encourage it lol! I use a mooncup and bearing in mind I only started spotting yesterday, I've just flooded after less than 5 hours!! Sorry for tmi, I am pleased mainly as things appear to be getting back to normal but jeez I've not missed the monthlies, and defo not the cramps either. Not sure if I'll do exercise or not today before my second night shift, I've done 5 days in a row so won't feel bad about not doing it, just not sure if I want to risk gym-ing it with af so heavy...

In also looking forward to having a baby 1-1 again as both my boys are at school but that in itself worries me with the bigger age gap... Oh well, what will be will be xx
I got an appointment with the midwife and a scan on the 11th. I'm excited [emoji8]

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[Mulberry Smurf]

That's exciting br! Can't wait to see the first scan pic :)
That sounds good having the older ones at school so you can focus on baby fully :) not too sure I can be bothered with the baby yoga and massage etc but it's a good way to make mummy friends at least!
Wow xx you're doing so well with the exercise. I can feel the determination!! Go for it :) when are you making your first attempt?
Sorry to hear af isn't being kind 3s a charm and chocolate :( the odd cheat is justified when she rears her ugly head xx

[Beautifulrainbow]

That's exciting br! Can't wait to see the first scan pic :)
That sounds good having the older ones at school so you can focus on baby fully :) not too sure I can be bothered with the baby yoga and massage etc but it's a good way to make mummy friends at least!
Wow xx you're doing so well with the exercise. I can feel the determination!! Go for it :) when are you making your first attempt?
Sorry to hear af isn't being kind 3s a charm and chocolate :( the odd cheat is justified when she rears her ugly head xx
Have older ones in school is better it was difficult with my 1st 2 they were closer together 2 years 4 months. When my 3rd came along 4 1/2 years after my middle child was just starting full Tim school and now with this one all the 3 boys are in full time school. Be much easier with just 1 at home

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I have been naughty I have not been keeping up the exercise and i can really feel it already walking up some stairs today I was so out of breath

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[XXforhubby]

I think we will make our first attempt this cycle. We will probably BD E4D or whenever DH wants to. I need to keep him feeling like he is in control of things so he will keep trying for #4. That's why I'm so strict with diet and exercise. I don't for see us having more than one attempt, because DH really wants a girl.

I guess I should start temping tomorrow as AF is packing back up and leaving town!



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[chocolate]

I'm waiting for a thermometer to arrive so I can chart this cycle, or try too anyway, be nice to confirm when ovulation actually is.
In theory our one attempt will be maybe in about 10 days. Made a home made pizza tonight and it was soo good I had a few slices so it's shot my fat upto 35% but still only about 35grams of fat so not bad but wanted my percentage to be lower. Will not be making pizza or giving the kids yummy food the next 10 days, sorry kids ha ha!!!!

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[chocolate]

Beautiful Rainbow I was so out of breath from just going up stairs at 4 weeks, huffing when I got to the top that others even looked twice at me! Even asked the doctor about it as I was that concerned but she said it was normal. Don't think it's from lack of exercise, just literally from being pregnant!

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[XXforhubby]

We my be cycle buddies chocolate! I hope I O earlier this cycle now that my body is used to the exercise.

FX!!



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[chocolate]

Fingers crossed you do! Think I ovulated on cd 12 last cycle which was earlier than normal.

I'm just drinking a spearmint tea with lots of sweetner, isn't as bad as I thought it would be!

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[Girlieplease]

What is the info on tempting? I have never done it, I just use a cb fertility monitor. We have a thermo scan for children could one use that? Best first thing in the morning? I am really avoiding attempting, was suppose to try in March, then April and now am thinking June would be better!

[davesig4]

Did an hour combat class at the gym tonight, 550 cals! I was pooped after as I had only had a salad at lunch so not much energy but my heart rate was at 190 at its highest!!! Hoping to go for my 10k power walk/run with my youngest in the pram during his sleep tomorrow, FX it's not raining!

Well done for all your efforts today everyone!

[chocolate]

You would need a basal thermometer to read to 2 decimal points. Normally a temperature rise indicates ovulation has happened. Sometimes I think I am ovulating day 14 but actually it's day 19 so it helps me know when to ttc

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[Beautifulrainbow]

What is the info on tempting? I have never done it, I just use a cb fertility monitor. We have a thermo scan for children could one use that? Best first thing in the morning? I am really avoiding attempting, was suppose to try in March, then April and now am thinking June would be better!
Temping should be done in the morning after you have had more than a 3 hrs block of unbroken sleep.
you can either do it in your v j j or in your mouth. Your V j j may be more accurate because you may sleep with your mouth open! You need a digital basal thermometer which needs to have 2 numbers before the decimal point and 2 after. Because it's mostly the shifts in the 2 after the point your looking for. Do you have fertility friend app. If so record your temp there then that will help you pinpoint o. Hope this helps you.xxx

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[XXforhubby]

^^^for is moms who BF still, 3 hours of unbroken sleep is fine. Ideally, more than that is best but studies show that 3 hours is sufficient.

I recommend downloading an app like Fertility Friend or Kindara (I have both) to chart for you. It also makes keeping track of your other fertile signs in one place.



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[Beautifulrainbow]

Thanks ladies between all of us we get the correct info shared. Xxxx

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[Girlieplease]

Thanks everyone, I am learning so much, you would not think this is trying for #4! I think I saw in the 2ww for a few people their temperatures showed that they were pregnant before they got a positive on a test, might help in the 2ww. I did my hour cardio done this morning from 6:15 am until7:15am, i like getting it out of the way early! have a great day everyone!

[chocolate]

Your amazing doing it that early,I'm just at the gym and 4 mins left yay!!!

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[Frilly Lady]

1 hr done on TM wrapped up in many layers, what is happening with the weather!
Due to make our first attempt tomorrow but my dh was called away on an emergency business trip a few days ago and won't be back in time. :tissue:
I keep trying to tell myself it just wasn't meant to be this month.

[chocolate]

Oh Frilly Lady, how annoying! When is he back? This weather is crazy!!

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Shame we can't put stashes of sperm in the freezer for when we need it lol. I'm sorry frilly lady. Fx it will happen soon. Or you o later this time so you can still get your attempt in. The weather here is just mad too its almost may for crying out loud and it's snowing lol.

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[XXforhubby]

Oh no Frilly! Hopefully you can try soon.

I just finished my hour walk with my boys. Makes 16 days in a row now! I'm thinking of waiting to take a break until this weekend since it's supposed to rain both days. I'm totally trying to wait to go through my boys' clothes until then.

AF just left town so we will start BDing every 4 days either tonight or tomorrow and continue past my temperature shift in case of late O.

FX!!



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[Girlieplease]

That is so annoying Frilly lady! oh exciting xxforhubby, your exercise has been amazing! I have to do my exercise earlier as I cannot really do it with the children around, my wee ones don't nap! well done on the exercise front everyone!

[3'sacharm]

One hours run done, in the rain and hail and general thunderstorm on the way to picking the boys up from school!!! Well done ladies, keep up the good work x

[Frilly Lady]

Everyone's doing so well on here.
We had hail at lunch and it was piled up in the corners of the garden, then we had a thunderstorm. I don't mind so much but it's the cold wind I don't like.
My dh won't be back until Friday or Saturday. He actually said I'll leave a sample in the fridge if you like! :p

[Frilly Lady]

Good luck xx

[3'sacharm]

Lol frilly lady!! Can you get a go in before he leaves and again as soon as he gets back?? When do you think you're due to ov?x

[Frilly Lady]

Lol frilly lady!! Can you get a go in before he leaves and again as soon as he gets back?? When do you think you're due to ov?x

He already left and I'm due to o tomorrow so by the time he's back my egg would have packed up and left! In hind sight we should have got an attempt in before he left but it was all a rush, he gets a call and he has to go.

[3'sacharm]

When did you last dtd??x

[davesig4]

Sorry to hear that Frilly. I'm a big believer in what's meant to be, everything happens for a reason.

I got my 10km power walk/run in with the pram after lunch, it was so beautiful when I left, got half way through and then came the hail! Seriously what the devil is going on with our weather?! It's crazy! At least I found my gloves at the bottom of the pram so I didn't get frostbite! Well done everyone x

[Frilly Lady]

When did you last dtd??x

Friday! X

[3'sacharm]

Hmmm well maybe you already o??! I'll keep everything crossed for you!

Currently doing my hours cardio on the bike before rushing back to get the boys from school! Managed to fast until midday today from having my last meal at 6pm last night.

Tell you what though, I'm really getting bored of sitting on the bike!!! Id rather be out running but realistically i can't put my body through daily 10-15km runs, I just know I'll break myself and don't want to risk not doing the exercise.x

[XXforhubby]

Just finished my 60min walk with the boys and had my first meal. Back on track!

First meal- cream of wheat with strawberries and a banana...and 1/2 a Poptart. Second meal- Asian chopped salad with a pinch of cheese, a small roll, and an apple. Third meal- two slices of cheese pizza, red licorice, and a glass of white wine- probably Moscato.

1846 calories, 53.2g protein, 60g fat



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[XXforhubby]

Oops! Posted in the wrong forum! This is what happens when I exercise too much, clean house, and take care of littles!



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[chocolate]

I did an hour on the bike at home but certainly doesnt raise my heart rate like it does at the gym but Ds is home 2 days a week so can't go there for 2 days. Guess it's better than nothing

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[3'sacharm]

That sounds fine chocolate, that's still 5 days per week at least!!

Just done an hours run so that's out of the way, wish I could keep better control with my diet though, I start off so well then come the evening I completely fall off the wagon?!! I don't understand what's wrong with me but it's like I cannot get satiated by food in the evening, I just feel a need to keep eating and eating and eating :( so frustrating!!!x

[Frilly Lady]

Evenings are my nemesis too 3sacharm!

[XXforhubby]

I think it's normal. I personally have the most calories allotted for my third meal of the day for this very reason.

You're all doing great! Let's keep up the good work!



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[chocolate]

I don't normally drink so having wine every evening feels like a treat so stops me eating. I've just started drinking peppermint tea which I think is making me bloated so I'm not actually that hungry even though low on cals etc.
Even managed to only sit down for half an hour today and still had the energy for a good gym work out this evening :-) Got to do it in the am tomorrow though so feels a bit like my exercises back to back. Hope we can all keep at it over the bank holiday weekend and avoid burgers at any bank holiday days out!

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[Frilly Lady]

Send some energy my way chocolate! I might give the alcohol in the evening a try, I'm not a big drinker and don't like wine do you think something like vodka or whisky would be ok?

[XXforhubby]

Yep. Spirits, white wine, and beer seem to be getting good results. Have what you like!



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[chocolate]

I think spirits actually had a better statistic so if it doesn't send you over fat then Id add them. I didn't realise vodka had fat in but according to mfp it does where as wine doesn't. Vodka and diet coke maybe?

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[davesig4]

Frilly and 3 I feel exactly the same. I manage to get by during the day if I keep myself busy but by the evening when I am tired I just seem to want to keep munching and raiding the cupboards! I have done that this evening and now I feel rotten about it all. But I managed to do an hours tennis this morning, went home then went out for a 40 minute run so hopefully that will cancel out some of the bad eating this evening.

[Girlieplease]

I did my cardio video this morning and planning to run tomorrow, I have to get up at half five to fit it in before work, am exhausted! Feel like giving up but maybe tomorrow will be better, well done everyone

[Girlieplease]

Meant to add that I won't because it would make me think why have I put myself through three weeks to give up, you might need to beat me with the motivation stick tomorrow!

[davesig4]

I am going to have to get up early to get mine in tomorrow too, not looking forward to it one bit. I should have been in bed ages ago! Good luck!

[chocolate]

Feel for you ladies having to do your exercise before work :-( I am finding the exercise OK but only now because I have my attempt within a week which keeps me going so it does help to finally be at the point of ttc. Doing it for a couple of months before ttc is gruelling!
Slept so badly last night, think I had caffeine too late in the day so couldn't switch off. Also started charting and decided to set my alarm at 3am to do it so kept waking thinking it was time. Think I'll drop the charting or only do it when I naturally wake to the boys and not worry about doing it at a set time.
I thought I'd only do half an hour at the gym but half way through I suddenly felt energetic and felt better after. I did have half a sugar in my coffee before I went and 1 starburst though as I felt maybe I was pushing my body too hard as didn't eat many calories yesterday as I should.

Hope you all have a good day,sun is out here but is a bit chilly still!

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[3'sacharm]

It's blimmin freezing out there chocolate! Done an hour in the gym this morning, a bit of a mixed batch with walking on an incline, then intervals, rowing and finally cross trainer! Just had lunch and feeling strong so far food wise... Af is well and truly on her way out so hopefully my resolve should be a little stronger now!x

[chocolate]

Yay for good riddance to af :-) I spotted for 3 or 4 days before my came so then it stopped quicker than normal this month luckily.

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[chocolate]

Spoke to soon, seem to have a bit of fresh spotting come back after a day and a half of nothing,no idea what's happening with that at the moment! Maybe the vitex

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[XXforhubby]

Vitex caused me to have mid-cycle bleeding, delayed O, and a longer than normal cycle. I took it prior to my sway back in 2014.

I got an hour in yesterday. Completely unintentional as I walked to pick DS1 up from school, got talking with one of his friend's mom, and we walked to a park to let all of our kids play. Then we had a long walk back home.

I think I may be ovulating early this cycle. I had a high temp this morning. I'll know more in a couple of days. My last cycle was longer than normal due to delayed ovulation so I could be ovulating early this cycle. Upshot is we have only had one attempt!

Now I wait...



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[chocolate]

Oh fingers crossed!!!! Be great if it was just 1 attempt. With 2 of my boys I ovulated day 18 or 19 but with one it was earlier. I think I ovulated day 12 or 13 last month so hoping for the same. Although I now spot, my luteal phase is now longer so probably is the vitex.

Hope this is the month for you!

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[chocolate]

Just looked at your chart, that is early, I've only just started doing opks and nearly didn't yet so goes to show you should start them early :-)

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[XXforhubby]

Yeah. It could just be a fluke high temp. I'll know more in a couple of days if they stay high. If they go back down at all, then it is most likely my body gearing up to ovulate.



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[squigglepink]

SO im brisk walking about 40 minutes per day now. Do i need to up this? I just think my little guy cant handle much more in the stroller if i went for an hour! And if i let him out he walks v e r y s l o w l y

[3'sacharm]

I thought around the 40/45minute mark swayed blue squigglepink?! Can you do the 40mins walking then do another 20mins cardio at home either before or after??x

[Girlieplease]

I think that is correct has to be one full hour of cardio, any less sways blue. Or nothing at all

[Beautifulrainbow]

I think that is correct has to be one full hour of cardio, any less sways blue. Or nothing at all
Unless you have pcos then any exercise is beneficial

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[3'sacharm]

Ah yes BR, quite right!!

How are you doing Hun?x

[squigglepink]

Oh no, not the blue zone!! ok, ill up it to 60 mins next week. And is 5 days ok? or does it have to be 6..

[chocolate]

Think it's supposed to be 6 or 7 days a week I'm afraid, it's tough at times! I'd just keep doing the exercise every day until you are desperate for a day off and keep it for when you are at that point

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[3'sacharm]

I'm sure atomic said minimum of 5 but the more the better; 4 or less days sways boy x

[squigglepink]

Arrg!

[3'sacharm]

Cardio done - nearly two hours running about on an obstacle course through mud and water! Lol! Completely slacked off yesterday though so had lots of making up to do, both diet and exercise!!! How's your weekend going ladies?x

[chocolate]

That sounds interesting lol! I did mine again in the gym so not so messy :-)

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[Frilly Lady]

Got an hour on TM yesterday and did an hours walk with the dog today, but at a good speed so I'm counting that too! Also been in the garden all day today doing lots of jobs while it's nice weather so had a very active day.

Not one for getting muddy myself 3sacharm so I take my hat off to you.

[Girlieplease]

I did my exercise video yesterday and then an hours walk at a fast pace! Third week of exercise 6 days a week done, bring on week 4! Well done everyone

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hi ladies I'm checking in to see how you are all doing who is having their attempts this month?

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[Girlieplease]

hey BR, AF arrived last night. i had planned to attempt this month, but am really avoiding trying. I think it is like once its done its done and I cannot change it and then it is having to deal with the disappointment if it is the opposite. Its like I want it to be as good an attempt as possible but it is never going to be great, so I should just go for it as it could take me a while to conceive. If I have difficulty conceiving I will be like why on earth did I wait when I am like#ttc cycle 10!

[chocolate]

I'm having similar feelings, attempt tonight or tomorrow and I've been feeling stressed and wondering if it's the right thing to do as 2 of the kids will have to share a room etc. Also feel like I know it will be another boy and do I really want to do this

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[Girlieplease]

I know Chocolate, it is so difficult. I feel that my dreams could come true and I feel so motivated when I read peoples success stories, like that could be me but equally i get terrified when I read the stories of people who try so hard and get opposites! A fourth child would put us under pressure money wise and space wise and it is really me that is pushing for a 4th and life is good at the moment as DS2 is sleeping well and it is getting easier, if I got pregnant now we would have 4, 6 years and under, it would be alot. Good luck with your decision chocolate! You're not alone x

[Mulberry Smurf]

Feeling exactly the same I guess it's normal to have these worries, especially us boy mummies who tend to analyse so much. Whatever happens and whatever decisions we make its good to know that we all understand each other and are supporting one another. I love this place, it's great to feel like I can be open and honest about my feelings and see those echoed in other people's posts. Wish this journey could be easier on us all though. Good luck with the exercises today. Xx

[Beautifulrainbow]

I always felt like chickening out but because I paid for fertility treatments in the end I wasn't about to let it go to waste. I know what you mean though once it's done it's done. But i still felt like there is someone we have not met yet.

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[chocolate]

Up until this month I have been really happy with having another and really positive even if a boy but this cycle it's gone the other way, maybe just the pressure now it's time to try.
On the positive at least yours will all be close in age, our eldest will be 8 nearly 9 by the time the next one comes so I worry the gap will be too big. Let's hope we get some positive vibes to help us feel good about it again X

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I was at my doctors the other day and she discover my pulse was fast so she wanted an ecg done. While the nurse was hooking me up she was talking to me about being pregnant. And her daughter has 3 boys too just like me. The nurse said she thinks I'd her daughter had another one it will be another boy. I said actually it is a little more common to go on and have a girl after 3 boys than to have 4 boys. This nurse was very interested. said she can tell i have done a lot a research into this. She said if I am having a girl then to come back and see her she really wants to know

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[chocolate]

Hope that's going to be the case for all of us :-)

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[3'sacharm]

Is that right BR????!x

[Beautifulrainbow]

Is that right BR????!x
I did read it somewhere when I started swaying. Maybe it's because of people like us once we get to a few boys ww decide to look up how to get a girl or just stop at 3 boys

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Found it! It's actually on here. It says.
It says you are only 6.4% more likely to go on and have a 4th boy
The odds of having a girl after 3 boys is 43.6%
Odds of having a family of 4 being 5he same gender us 12.5% odd off a family of 4 being mixed gender is 87.5%
It also says when people say your more likely to keep having the same gender is actually an old wives tale
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[3'sacharm]

Oooo that gives us hope then!!!! Thanks for that Hun xx

[XXforhubby]

I did my usual walk wearing DS3 and pushing DS2 in a stroller. I hope the rain stays away this week.

I'm really getting worried about my DH. He's getting his hopes up again for a DD. He keeps referring to a future baby as "her" and "she". I've been doing so well with the diet and exercise. I just hope all I'm doing is enough.





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[chocolate]

Gosh that must be so hard, doing it for yourself is hard enough but for your partner must be so tough.

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[davesig4]

Did zero exercise all weekend I'm ashamed to say as we were so busy and had a very late dinner party on Sat evening. But got out to do my 1h20 power walk/run with the pram afar lunch today. I'm hoping to have my attempt next week, like you Chocolate, I'm wondering if I have done enough. I was originally aiming to have my first attempt in April, but felt I hadn't been consistent with everything so delayed. Now I am wondering if I have done enough this month, maybe not, certainly not compared to some of you. But I don't want to wait anymore I don't think. But it's stressing me out a little bit.

[Beautifulrainbow]

A 2 day break isn't too bad as inv as you get back on it. Dinner part sounds lovely

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[Dreamsister]

Chocolate, girlieplease and mulberry s, I am also getting more and more nervous as our first attempt is getting closer. Will be trying end of May. I have the same worries as you: is this the right thing to do? Do I really want another child and not only DG? How will a 4. child affect our family time-wise, money-wise and so on. A lot of thoughts. On the other hand I am also exited. I am so thankfull to this site and that I am not alone with these feelings and anxiety.


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[Faithinpink]

Hi ladies, the exercise ain't happenin!!!ahhh so hard to get back on again I just feel like I have no time. Wish I could exercise while I'm asleep lol.

On 3rd cycle now and hoping this is my month, surprisingly I started getting O pains today and I'm only on cd 9 , I never O early . For once I got opk I normally test with maybe baby .. So attempt will be sooner Than I thought this month.
Normally I go by my cm but last 2 cycles I have had close to none big change for me , diet doin its job �� ��
Xx
Take care ladies btw , where's glitter Mouse? Haven't seen her in here for ages

[Beautifulrainbow]

Yes glitter mouse where are you you have been quite since i checked in the other day

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[Mulberry Smurf]

Good luck for your attempts this month Faith in pink and dream sister! I saw soooo many cute baby girls when out yesterday it was exhausting! Came home and just wanted to curl up in bed, how mad when I have two beautiful children eh?! I don't get it either. Anyhoo back to the exercise today too :) xx

[Girlieplease]

Mulberry smurk, faithinpink and DreamS we are all in the same boat, so at least we can support each other, cannot imagine how I would feel if I did not have this site, and were in isolation trying to deal with these confusing emotions!

I did back to back exercise, cardio DVD last night and then running for an hour this morning, am starving but trying to hold off until 1pm, if I can! Good luck today lovely ladies. Excited to follow your next stage!

[Mulberry Smurf]

Wow that's excellent girlie please well done on your back to back exercise!! Will have my morning coffee in a mo then I have some breadsticks, carrot sticks and cheese for lunch. Going to do my steps later when the boys have their bath xx

[3'sacharm]

Well done girls!! I was all set to run straight after work last night but whimped out as realised it would have been getting dark half way through; also stumbled on the diet last night when I got home. Needless to say I got up and ran for an hour at 5.30 this morning before work to try and make amends?!!x

[Mulberry Smurf]

Woah that's impressive!! I just can't function first thing in the morning. Have been for a little walk and will do another later but looking forward to my steps as I will stick some 80s tunes on to keep me company lol xx

[chocolate]

Hi all, well I got a positive opk yesterday am but not again that day even though I tested a few times and negative today. Dtd last night which will be our only attempt this month even if I haven't actually ovulated. It's day 10 today so a bit earlier than normal as usually day 12 ish but then I spotted for 3 days before full period so maybe I'm more like day 13. Had a bit if a temp. Rise but I've only charted for 3 days or 4 this month so it's hard to tell. I've got back ache, muscle aches and bloated so don't feel like exercising. So I either ovulated yesterday, today or I've got it wrong but diet has been good since af and I exercised every day.

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[squigglepink]

Ok. Maybe i need an exercise video. Any ideas?

[Girlieplease]

Squiggle pink I would not have a clue what exercise dvd are recommended but I just looked for one that stated it was cardio and lasted for an hour, it's called carolyn pierce not sure that is correct as I have lost the cover cardio workout, atomic recommended on another post going on you tube and doing some of the dance stuff she mentioned a few but I cannot recall now. I am sure there is some recommended workout, I just picked that myself, I love it, if it gets too late or is raining I can stick it on and I still get my hour!

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hi all, well I got a positive opk yesterday am but not again that day even though I tested a few times and negative today. Dtd last night which will be our only attempt this month even if I haven't actually ovulated. It's day 10 today so a bit earlier than normal as usually day 12 ish but then I spotted for 3 days before full period so maybe I'm more like day 13. Had a bit if a temp. Rise but I've only charted for 3 days or 4 this month so it's hard to tell. I've got back ache, muscle aches and bloated so don't feel like exercising. So I either ovulated yesterday, today or I've got it wrong but diet has been good since af and I exercised every day.

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What cd are you chocolate. Do you think it could have been a false surge?

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[chocolate]

Yes it's possible but I have been ovulating quite early recently. I'm going to carry on with the opks just in case but not sure I can be bothered to exercise for a few days. Will see if I have a high temperature tomorrow too. Did you carry on with exercise?

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[chocolate]

Cd 10 today

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[chocolate]

Last month I ovulated day 11 or 12

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[XXforhubby]

Chocolate, I would BD every 4 days in this case. BD every 4 days will allow you to be in one attempt in case you O later.



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[XXforhubby]

I did 70min of walking wearing DS3 while pushing DS2 in a stroller. It's become quite the workout now that he is 18lbs! He's only 5mo! Such a hunk a chunk [emoji4]! I just love chunky babies!

My temp this morning dropped quite a bit so I expect I'll O in a day or two.



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[chocolate]

Fingers crossed Xxforhubby!

I think I read that it might sway to only have one attempt the entire month as the body may be able to detect the sperm was only there once and realise a man is around permanently so therefore a daughter would find it easier to survive without a father. But if the same happen again next month I'll just throw in another attempt.
I have stuck to the diet today but no exercise, will try and exercise tomorrow to keep blood sugars low just in case there is a female waiting to implant. Guess even if I ovulate tomorrow or the day after then some sperm may still be hanging around.
Feel really bloated and back pains around kidneys today though which I tend to get around ovulation. Does anyone else get that?

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[Mulberry Smurf]

Hope you're gearing up for ovulation xx! And hope you've made it with that attempt chocolate!
Haven't done my steps yet can someone kick me up the bum please?? Xx

[chocolate]

Poor you! I think I may have to do exercise every other day in the 2ww and every day from af to ovulation as finding the gym every single day such hard work and can't see myself it every day for much longer

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[Girlieplease]

Come on mulberry smurf you can do it, think of the sense of satisfaction when you have achieved it! I did my exercise from 6:30 until 7:30 this morning and am glad, tomorrow I cannot exercise due to work schedule so I get a rest day tomorrow then back on it Thursday, I think am finding the exercise OK, am losing weight, which is great and is sort of motivating me to keep going.

Exciting chocolate, your attempts is done? I had not read that before about one attempt per month! Fingers crossed you get your sticky pink bean! Well done on exercising ladies, it really keeps we going to know others are going through it as well! X

[Mulberry Smurf]

Thanks girlie please! That's good you're able to lose weight as well and will help your sway :) xx

[3'sacharm]

Come on mulberry smurf, you'll get to eat a few more empty calories if you squeeze your exercise in - that's always a motivating factor for me!!x

[Mulberry Smurf]

Good point haha xx

[3'sacharm]

Just at the gym doing my hour on the bike at the moment; had to eat on m way as was starving and couldn't face doing it without food this morning - last ate at 6pm last night so 15 hr fast x

[davesig4]

Chocolate that's so exciting! I really hope it works for you this month. I'm going to have my first attempt next week hopefully. It's nerve wracking!
I did my 10k power walk/run with the pram yesterday lunch. Wanted to get up at 5.45 this morning to go for a run but I was so tired I literally couldn't open my eyes, let alone drag myself out of bed! I even got all my clothes out ready, never mind. I'll have to try and do something tonight. Well done everyone, keep going! Who else is attempting this month?

[GlitterMouse]

Hi ladies,

hope everyone is doing well? Just has a scan over the thread, you all sound like you're doing brilliantly!

How are you doing BR? Sounds like things are progressing nicely! And chocolate, your first attempt-so exciting! Everyone else sounds so committed, well done everyone!!

I've not been here for a while, just been so busy with work, the kids and have needed a bit of a break. Been doing a bit of soul searching about whether I want to carry on. I'm a bit scared about having another child TBH. I've still been doing LE and exercise, 25lbs lost now and am looking and feeling much better, but I'm scared.

Scared to attempt, scared not to attempt. Anyone else in the same boat? xxx

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hello glitter mouse so mice to see you. There is a few girls on here who were just discussing the same thing the other day. What ever you chose good luck I so wish everyone could get their wish

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[GlitterMouse]

Thanks beautiful rainbow-i liked 'mice to see you'.Good one! That made me smile!! I had a hunt back through and read the posts about people having a little wobble like me. Was good to read others feel like this too. I think chocolate is right, it all becomes a bit scary at the point of TTC. Was so lovely the way you said there's someone you've not met yet. What a beautiful way of saying it! Are you having any cravings/signs either way?

DH and i can't decide whether to attempt this month or next. He is very keen for number 3 but has not been very committed to frying his balls (:pinksperm:) in the interests of lowering sperm count!! Think he feels guilty now and wants to go for it, exercising like mad until next month!!!

Does anyone know anything about sperm production? Is it done in advance? If so, what is the cycle?

[Beautifulrainbow]

Thanks beautiful rainbow-i liked 'mice to see you'.Good one! That made me smile!! I had a hunt back through and read the posts about people having a little wobble like me. Was good to read others feel like this too. I think chocolate is right, it all becomes a bit scary at the point of TTC. Was so lovely the way you said there's someone you've not met yet. What a beautiful way of saying it! Are you having any cravings/signs either way?

DH and i can't decide whether to attempt this month or next. He is very keen for number 3 but has not been very committed to frying his balls (:pinksperm:) in the interests of lowering sperm count!! Think he feels guilty now and wants to go for it, exercising like mad until next month!!!

Does anyone know anything about sperm production? Is it done in advance? If so, what is the cycle?
Ha ha I didn't even see that lol I wasn't even trying got to keep that one there now ha ha

I can't get enough mayo or vinegar. Loving tuna. Addicted to sour fruit pastles. Can't eat pork, beef or gammon. Gone off chocolate it tastes funny. Very very Neausous. Not sure if it means anything either way yet but as soon as I can find out I will.

For lowering sperm count we started with DH taking cranberry and licorice root and hot baths in the end DH was just doing the odd cranberry and hot baths. E4d wuth no release in between and extra on +opk. Not sure if there was anything else

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[XXforhubby]

Good to hear from you GlitterMouse! You know I waffle back and forth too but in the end, I don't want to have any regrets. I still feel like there is someone I haven't met yet. I feel like if it's meant to be, it will happen. I'm also going to be ok if it doesn't. I'll take it as my family is meant to be the way it is and at least I can say we tried.

I did my 60+ min walking wearing DS3 and pushing DS2 in a stroller.



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[chocolate]

My friend has gone off chocolate too in early pregnancy and says it just tastes odd. I'm sure she is having a girl so could be onto something there :-)

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[Girlieplease]

I get so confused about all this wouldn't not releasing increase sperm count? I thought regular releasing would help, it was going to be one of my sway attacks! No exercise for me today, planned rest day, back on it tomorrow! X

[Mulberry Smurf]

I think I read that it's like a gumball machine where if they don't release then the first sperm through are not as good quality cause they've been around longer?? I dunno!
On my plan it says for my hubby to abstain as he cant do any of the other tactics due to his health xx

[atomic sagebrush]

http://genderdreaming.com/forum/gender-swaying-general-discussion/10156-jellybean-factory-%96-understanding-sperm-count-frequency.html

Essay on the "Jellybean Factory" here - sperm count info

[squigglepink]

[QUOTE=GlitterMouse]
DH and i can't decide whether to attempt this month or next. He is very keen for number 3 but has not been very committed to frying his balls (:pinksperm:) in the interests of lowering sperm count!! Think he feels guilty now and wants to go for it, exercising like mad until next month!!!



:D this made me chukkle! "frying his balls'!
I feel how you feel re going for another kid. A whole lot of reasons why we should stay as we are! But the desire for a daughter is too strong and i feel ive gone too far into it now, with research and LE etc!! We hopefully attempting June/July. Good luck xxx

[Mulberry Smurf]

Did a workout video for 11 mins yesterday as the boys kept hassling me lol but also went for a nice walk to the park and back so just about managed an hour of exercise, just not altogether!! Boo. More steps tonight. Hope everyone is enjoying this lovely sunshine. Xx

[XXforhubby]

Finished my 60min walk with my boys. I found it hard this morning. The wind was cold and strong and I'm tired. I only got maybe 4 hours sleep last night. DS3 is cutting his first set of teeth and he's having a hard time with it. Poor guy!

I had an attempt! I was planning on tonight but my DH had other plans! I think I've ovulated too since my temp was pretty high this morning. I'll know for sure in a couple of days. FX we caught an egg!!



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[Frilly Lady]

Nice to hear from you GlitterMouse I could have written your post myself!
Good luck xx fingers crossed for a bfp.
I certainly am enjoying the sunshine mulberry. I did my hour of excercise this morning before it got too hot in my garage, I love this weather I'm like a solar panel! :Flower::flowerz:

[3'sacharm]

Had such a busy day today but I'm pretty sure I've managed an hour (at least) with an hours elevated heart rate - it was walking with the boys and dogs so hopefully it didn't drop down too much along the easier/slower bits. I'm knackered and got a full tummy plus wine so can't be doing anymore exercise today!! Only had two meals today though - very long fasting before each so that's a positive I guess...x

[3'sacharm]

1 hour cardio done before school run, 11k run! I was feeling nervous that yesterday's exertions didn't count so tried to make up for it with an early morning run as had Saturday and Monday off. We have however dtd having only done it last on Tuesday - so only 2 days instead of the full 3 for E4D :/ my weight is holding steady though at 8st 13lb/BMI 20.3.x

[XXforhubby]

60min cardio done today. I did a bit more so more like 80min. I too had an attempt that was just like yours 3'sacharm. It's still pretty pink. I have never conceived from an attempt 4 days before O, so I was glad DH attacked me, haha!



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[3'sacharm]

Hehe xxforhubby! The boys were all conceived from frequent/multiple attempts especially with ov/+ve opk! Fallen off the diet wagon this afternoon having started so well but still so much less protein than when I conceived the boys...x

[XXforhubby]

Be kind to yourself! This diet is hard! I'm SO much better at it now but this is my second time swaying. I wouldn't worry so much about being over in calories as I would fat, followed by protein. I would just try to be on the lower end of the limits tomorrow to compensate for today. I totally wouldn't worry about one day! It's the several day binging that will get ya!



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[Girlieplease]

I did an hours running and am so hungry now but children are refusing bed and I want to enjoy my dinner. I might do an hours walking tomorrow to give my legs a break from the running, cardio dvd, well done everyone, keep up the good work, when will you test xxforhubby?

[XXforhubby]

Oh, I won't test until next Wednesday. I want to make sure AF is late.



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[3'sacharm]

When is af due xxforhubby?? I did my hours cardio last night on the bike, on a 12 hour shift today so running tonight after work...

[XXforhubby]

God bless you 3'sacharm! I think it would be so hard to do the exercise and work too!

I'm not too sure. My first PP was a 43 day cycle with delayed O. I think I Oed on CD12, and I'm still waiting for my temps to be sure. My LP is 12 days on average so maybe the 16th give or take a day or two. I'm still breastfeeding but only once overnight so I'm not sure if my cycles have regulated yet. I'm hoping that all of this gives me a great shot at pink!

When is AF due for you?



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[paiger3]

I am starting my diet and girl sway in a week! The thought of 60mins on the TM kills me!! I have a hard time doing the same exact thing for that long! Watching tv and music don't help me either!! I was doing Orange Theory fitness and really liked it but it does include some weights! It's an hour of TM, Rowing and light weights! Has anyone every tried orange theory? I'm desperate to find something that works

[XXforhubby]

I tell ya, I got an opposite while doing something very similar my last sway. I also had some other things going on, but I do believe exercise plays a huge role for us boy moms. Doing the cardio, my body type had completely changed and it's only been 6 weeks! I'm looking more long and lean as opposed to muscular.

I only walk wearing my DS3 in a front carrier (he's 5mo old) while I push my DS2 in a stroller. I find this helps me as I vary where we walk. Sometimes I go to an indoor playground to let my DS2 play, while I walk on the indoor track wearing my DS3. I can only do this right now, since I have a hard time finding help or the time to go to the gym.

The stats show cardio, any type, is getting such great results. I hear ya though- I miss my yoga and weights!



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[chocolate]

I go to a gym to vary my 1 hour as I too find an hour doing the same thing really tough!!

Well typically first month of ttc a d I think ovulation got interrupted. Had really low temps after I thought I ovulated so may just dtd tonight in case I do ovulate in the next few days and if not start again next cycle.
I managed my 1 hour today but didn't do it yesterday, hoping I'm back on track now :-)

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[3'sacharm]

Had a day odd exercise yesterday but back on it this morning for a run! Looks like I may have developed a wheat intolerance too which will make the diet even more fun!! Hope you've all had lovely weekends and are doing ok x

[Mulberry Smurf]

Oh no that's tricky :( enjoy your exercise today. I have dance later xx

[Girlieplease]

I did my exercise dvd last night after the wee ones went to bed and then got up at 6am and did an hours run before they got up. I am getting a bit fed up with the early mornings and but I am so much fitter now I know if I cut back it would become harder again. Have to say I am also enjoying the leaner figure as well! well done on the exercise today ladies!

[XXforhubby]

Forgot to post yesterday. I did my cardio and going to an indoor playground to let DS2 play while I walk wearing DS3 on the indoor track.



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[Beautifulrainbow]

Anyone interested in fb girl chat group pm mulberry or me

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[Girlieplease]

I already pm' ed mulberry smurf about it! Sounds interesting br! X

[Dreamsister]

Me too.


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[Mulberry Smurf]

Thanks ladies :) have added anyone who sent a message! Hope o haven't missed anyone :) good work xx!! Xx

[davesig4]

Well I have been completely MIA for a fair few days but it's nice to be back! I have just about caught up with all the new posts!

I have been keeping up with my exercise, either a 10k power walk/run, hours combat class or a run which I think is finally taking it's toll on my legs! They are sore, I feel like an old woman! And my left leg has a constant ache, even worse at nights when it's that tired ache but you feel you need to keep moving it, anyone else get that?! It's so annoying! Does anyone know why this happens?!

I'm going to be having my first attempt in the next day or two. I have been feeling a bit down about my lack of weight loss and have tried to make myself feel better with some chocolate but that has just made me feel worse (what a surprise!) and annoyed with myself for giving into my cravings! No wonder I'm not losing weight!

Everyone has been doing so well, keep it up!

[Mulberry Smurf]

I get that were leg feeling too I've read it can be down to a deficiency I think? Well done on the exercise!
Perhaps adding a little more protein would help to avoid craving sugary food like chocolate? Though I am sure that the odd treat won't hurt! Xx

[XXforhubby]

Great job ladies! I'm waiting to test....I just for some reason don't think I will be able to get pregnant BFing such a little baby. I hope I'm wrong. I just don't want to get my hopes up and not end up pregnant. I hate the 2WW! Ugh. 8 long days to go...



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[Mulberry Smurf]

Ah the two week wait is the longest time ever! Good luck for your BFP! Xx

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hey ladies baby pip says hi http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160511/9a8aaf79eef456501b9fe10ee7dbcc5d.jpg

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[3'sacharm]

Awww yay BR cute bubba in there!! How many weeks now?x

[chocolate]

Aww, lovely :-) The reason we are all doing this crazy stuff :-)

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I thought I was 7+3 but they said measures 7+6 took away my xmas day due date slightly disappointed but closer to meeting my little pip.xxx

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Good luck XX I'm watching out for news from you.

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[davesig4]

Chocolate I feel for you. It must be so frustrating. And BR that's so cool! I am very excited for you!

I didn't do any exercise yesterday, Wednesday is always my tricky day. But our first attempt was last night, eek! Do we continue with exercise as usual after our attempt? I'm assuming we do incase it hasn't worked. This is going to be a long 2 weeks! I have tennis this morning, hopefully the sun will come out!

[Beautifulrainbow]

Good luck with your attempt davesig4 when do you o are you doing e4d?

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[chocolate]

Yes I'd carry on as best you can but maybe it doesn't need to be a full hour if you know you have Def. Ovulated. It's to keep sugar levels low as female embryos develop best in low blood sugar levels. If I can do an hour I'll be doing an hour as much as poss. But I did have a day off or 2 and then did 40 mins. But if I'd have carried on with an hour and diet I could have had a second attempt. X

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[XXforhubby]

Try to stick to 60min, unless you have PCOS or are IR. Doing anything less sways blue due to not having enough time to tap into your fat stores.

Yay!! Davesig4!! FX you caught the egg!!



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[3'sacharm]

currently at the gym, 20mins on bike then straight into a class! Night shift for me tonight so eating pattern out the window today :/ x

[Girlieplease]

3 sacharm well done on the exercise, I got up at 5:30 to get my hour of running done before work, felt energised this morning not so much now!

[3'sacharm]

I find that with the early morning sessions too girlie please! I ran yesterday so gave it a break today; my knee is getting a little iffy so I'm trying not to run on it every single day and alternating with classes or spinning/stationary bike/general gym cardio instead... Well done on this mornings run though; I find I have to extend my route to get the hour in though!x

[Beautifulrainbow]

How is everyone getting. When are your attempt anyone's getting close?

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[atomic sagebrush]

Can you guys please start a new thread and then we'll link it back to this one?? Once the threads get so long like this, they really gum up the speed of the site. Thanks I really appreciate it!!

[XXforhubby]

I'm doing ok. AF should start for me in a few days. I'm happy that it looks like I have a nice long LP while BFing!

Completed day 7 of cardio and will most likely be 13 days in a row due to it raining next week AGAIN, haha!



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[atomic sagebrush]

Ok here's the new thread ladies!!!

http://genderdreaming.com/forum/trying-to-conceive-a-girl/54927-ttg-exercise-motivation-thread.html