TTC Girl - January 2012

[purple sky]

Oh my 9lbs 2oz....
Was your ds3 on time or early??

I know.. my stupid dr. told me he didn't think he was over 7lbs! I was so uncomfortable. I told my Dr that if he didn't give me an induction date I wouldn't be coming back (ya right) My son came the day before i was to be induced.

Ds1 and Ds3 were both 3 weeks early @ 37 weeks

[pinkin2011]

Far out purple Sky!! 7lbs 12oz is a good size for 3 weeks early!!! I wounder why they get bigger each one you have?

[_Lala_]

For me DS1 was 7lb 9oz (8 days late) 9 1/2 hr labour, natural, no drugs
DS2 was 8lb 9oz (6 days late) just under 4hr labour, natural, no drugs - even tho his labour was shorter, i remember it to be more painful than my first, dont know if size has anything to do with it or not.
And i am quite little - 5ft3, 51kg. I am hoping the next one wont be even bigger. My sister who is 5ft9, approx 52kg had 2 babies naturally with no drugs over 10lb!! So big babies seem to run in the family...:nails:

[pinkin2011]

Lala I dont know why i am so scared but cant help it!! I thought 7lbs 2oz was big!!!
My cousin just had a baby girl today her first baby and it was 9lbs5oz and she had her natural ( OUCH)

[purple sky]

I was told (again by my stupid Dr.) that I couldn't carry a big baby because I am pretty small. I am 5"3 and was about 102lbs when I conceived DS2. But my mom was pretty small and my little brother was over 10 lbs

[pinkin2011]

My nana said to me that she never over ate when she was preg she had 6 kids all under 8 pounds.. The dr told her not to over eat because it can make your babies bigger?? these days they say thats not the case but going back then she was told by the dr that no woman should have to give birth to a 9lb baby its just too big? These day 9 lbs is average isnt it?

[pinkin2011]

My mum is 5"1 we were all about the 8 lbs but she never had a natural birth all c-sec they did an xray on her at the end of her pregnancy and said her pelvis is too small.. My mum has type 1 diabetes aswell i think thats why they checked to see if her pelvis was big enough incase we were huge!

[pinkin2011]

I am feeling really crampy in both sides feels like af... Hope there is something going on in there

[rainbowflower]

I agree, height doesn't actually correspond to pelvic size, or in particular the pelvic opening

[PeonyPrincess]

Lemon, I am sure the butt pain is a nerve thing. I will have to look it up, but I think maybe the vagus nerve is involved??
A friend of mine had a very swollen abdomen and pains recently. She has PCOS. It turned out her ovaries were making loads of follicles but not releasing them each month, so her ovaries were swollen and painful. Obviously I am not saying you have the exact same thing, but it is definitely worth having it looked at.

Pinkin, neither of mine were very big...6lb 13oz and 6lb 14oz. I had them both induced 2 weeks early for medical reasons and had quite a traumatic birth with DS1. When I knew I was going to be induced with DS2 I was worried about it being another difficult delivery, and although it was not a walk in the park, it was a thousand times better. I think every birth is unique and although there is no way of knowing what it will be like, at least your body has been through it once before, which can help. Having such a quick labour, your body would not have had a chance to gradually deal with the delivery. An average baby is between 7 & 8 lbs. 9 & 10 lb babies are considered big.

Lala, your situation with your DH sounds much like mine. My DH is more than happy to stick with 2 children and was only 1 day away from having a vasectomy when I told him I would really love to have another. Recently he seemed so distant and quiet that I was worried he was having second thoughts, but we were able to talk about it and he is onboard. He has a very stressful and busy job, so I think the thought of going back to dealing with a newborn is daunting at times. Our boys are quite big now (4 and almost 6), so they are pretty 'easy' in a lot of ways. They have been talking a lot lately about wanting a baby sister, so I know they are keen! Anyway, GL with your sway. I am sure it will all work out .

[PeonyPrincess]

Lala, I meant to say that most here seem to have been BD soon after getting the smiley/+OPK. If you wait for 18 hours, you run the risk that you could miss O. I know that I usually O the day after I get a +OPK, however a couple of months I have O the same day as my +OPK. Perhaps you know what is normal for you?

[lemon2012]

Thanks Peony!
I did have PCOS before DS1 and they checked my ovaries and we saw tons of follicles unable to be released. However, since then I have not had the same problems and with normal FSH and TSH levels I should be ovulating and releasing a follicle.
I think I had one attempt around 0-2....debating trying again this am before work.

Welcome Lala!
I think I ended up doing your sway plan!
I bd just before or right when the positive OPK showed up.
It would be a little under 2 days.
Do you think that is good?
That is how we made DS 2 so I figure a 50-50 chance means this one should be a girl! lol!

Pinkin...my first son was 8 lbs 7 ounces and my second son was 7 lbs 15 ounces.
Not all second babies are bigger!

[suregena]

I'm taking my opk before or after lunch... have not had anything to drink since 10am so hopefully should be concentrated enough. I did check again and it does seem high, er, I think... and what CM I could get was little but seemed stretchy, i.e. can stretch between fingers... though very little amount! I'm not normally this 'dry', so allergy tablet must be working! I'm so paranoid about missing a positive OPK because I accidentally began testing late! How quickly on average would
CM change post ovulation? Writing this on my home so apologies on any strange typos!

[xokatietatie]

Just a Q about size of babies... I have only been through one birth ( natural) was 4.5 hrs and it was sooo painful, Our d/s was born on his due date and weighed 7pounds 2 ounces... I am so scared of having anything bigger then that pretty much i am just scared of childbirth.. They say the next ones are usually bigger?? Is that the case with you girls?

My boys were 7 lbs 5 oz., 7 lbs. 8 oz., and 9 lbs. 3 oz. I had an epidural with the DS1 but DS2 and DS3 were both completely natural.

[xokatietatie]

And also I have been feeling really off today?? not sure why and i am only 4dpo?

That's how I am!! I wondered if it was my mind creating symptoms.

[KraizyDaizy]

Just a Q about size of babies... I have only been through one birth ( natural) was 4.5 hrs and it was sooo painful, Our d/s was born on his due date and weighed 7pounds 2 ounces... I am so scared of having anything bigger then that pretty much i am just scared of childbirth.. They say the next ones are usually bigger?? Is that the case with you girls?

Not necessarily, but for me, my boys were 9lbs 13oz, 8lbs 12oz, 7lbs 8oz & 8lbs 9oz.I do not dilate at all. So my first son was twelve hours of no dilation and overdue, which ended in a c-section. So a total of 4. Friends of ours just gave birth to a 10.5 baby boy vaginally and she did just fine.

[KraizyDaizy]

7DPO and my temp went way down today, so maybe it's implantation? I will keep an eye out for any twinges today.

How is everyone today?

[rainbowflower]

pinkin - have you considered hypnobirthing? I did this for my first birth and it really does help you manage yourself so you don't interpret it as pain. I had a good birth (pain-free, other than crowning) using those techniques.

[littlemissnaughty7]

is that only in certain hospitals RF ?

[amari]

Anyone eating more in the 2ww?

[xokatietatie]

Me! I was stressing out and feeling miserable. I have too many friends who conceived girls without killing themselves doing a diet, so I refuse to be stressed about it.

[HopeandDreamG]

7DPO and my temp went way down today, so maybe it's implantation? I will keep an eye out for any twinges today.

How is everyone today?

Nice!! fingers crossed for you that a BFP is coming soon!

[HopeandDreamG]

My DS1 was 8lbs 11oz, and DS2 8lbs 5oz. Both C sections!

Lemon~ did you attempt before work today?

Lala~ I've seen many ladies on here attempt at the first positive smiley OPK. They say on average you O 24-48 hrs later.

Peonyprincess~ My story is similar. My boys are 4 and 5 years old. They are such a breeze. dh was set on being done. What changed was an oopsie pregnancy (girl) which I lost (chromosome issues), I was beyond distraught and DH without me asking said, "we'll just try again".
I don't care that my life will become more hectic again. The boys will both be off on the bus all day at school in September, and I would love to be with a baby (girl) all day! (when I'm not in the office, LOL)

[auroara78]

DS1 was 8 lbs 7 oz
DS2 was 9 lbs

Both were sections. They have big heads and I was in active labor with DS1 but his head got stuck and his heart rate started plummeting, so they did an emergency C-section. 2nd son was scheduled section as he was ahead in measurements and according to ultrasound he was going to be a big boy. They were thinking he may have even been closer to 10 lbs!

My mom is trying to be more postive, saying she'll love whoever I have, although she has to keep adding in that she hopes it's finally "my girl." At least she's trying harder....

MIL, who was against us adding to our family, just smiled tightly and didn't say much. At least she wasn't negative, that was good. She was probably thinking some thoughts, but I have to give her credit for keeping her mouth shut.

My cousin who was unable to have a second child has been awesome and very supportive! She is a lovely woman and I hope she kicks this breast cancer in the butt for good! I :awe: her support and well wishes!

[auroara78]

Pinkin & Katie, FX you get a BFP!! I know ya'll are around 3-4 dpo?? but how early are you going to test? I did get my BFP around 9 / 10 dpo, so FX an early result to put you out of the 2WW!

Lemon, I hope this is your month! I understand about your trip in March, but still hope some girl sperm got in there and found their way to the egg!

Hope n Dreams, still can't wait to hear about your attempt in Feb! Yay for getting your health back on track!

Jen, did you guys have an attempt? Did you O yet? Need update, woman!

Peony, how far away now from when you think you'll O? I'm so excited your attempt (hopefully!) is coming up! :fingers:

[littlemissnaughty7]

my DS1 was 7lb and DS2 was 7lb 13 1/2 oz, DS1 was 10 days early DS2 was 15 days early, my eldest was a 31 1/2 hour labour ouch ! and DS2 was an 8 hour labour i was induced with him, but they dont have to get bigger tho hun,

anyone feeling any preg signs i know its early but i felt super early symptoms with both of mine ?

[Mochagirl]

My twins were 7lbs and 6lbs1oz at 37weeks 5 days. I was in labour for 27 hours with an epidural, then they gave me a c-section because of failure to progress.

DS3 was 8lbs6oz and was born almost exactly on his due date. Total labour from my first pains until birth was about 9-10 hours. It was a completely natural birth (though a VBAC), and I was home from the hospital 2 hours later!

[HopeandDreamG]

Thanks auorara. Can't wait for February. 5 weeks seems sooooooo far away because I am watching the days. and HUNGRY :mad:!!
How are you feeling? My due date for DS2 was the same as your due date, and he was born on Mochas due date! only difference is you both are cooking pink beans!!! :HH: Positive pink vibes....

[HopeandDreamG]

Out of the blue~ Are you here??? How is your attempt going?

[suregena]

My OPK at 1.40pm was faintly there. I think the control line is faint, too, so maybe that's why it seems so faint.

I had stretchy (though very little) CM lunchtime so I'm just hoping these cheap OPK's are just generally on the faint side.

I'm SUPPOSED to O tomorrow. We'll see. :/

[pinkin2011]

I guess I cant complain about my birth it was quick and staight forward only pain relief was the gas.. I just remember it was that painful i couldnt even talk or even make a noise??? Was just horrible.. I am not even preg yet and I am already worried about it!!!!

Katie I am 5dpo today last night i had twinges and cramps going on in there I dont know what it would be caused by because you wouldnt get cramps if implantation hasnt happend if i was preg? I have made up my mind to start testing on the 23rd at 10 dpo

[pinkin2011]

Amari I am eating so much fruit and grain bread and vegtables!!! I feel much better in my tummy for it now

[xokatietatie]

I have a terrible headache today. All I want to do is sleep until it's time to test. :(

[rainbowflower]

is that only in certain hospitals RF ?

no, it's a course you study at home. I started doing the exercises at 28 weeks and listened to the music and practised breathing/relaxation/birthing affirmations every day up until I gave birth. It has LOADS of benefits for the mother and also for the baby... and even for the father who becomes more involved in the birth.

I managed the whole birth with just gas and air, although didn't need the gas and air for any pain - I accepted it because they told me it might lower my blood pressure which was very high. Next time I will refuse the gas and air as it made me feel like I wanted to fall off the bed.


I strongly recommend it to anyone as it feels as if it's the way birth ought to be.

[rainbowflower]

here's a hypnobirth birth, it's not a very long video:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3g1DcNWfvg

[pinkin2011]

I think I will look into that rainbow sounds like a great idea!

[pinkin2011]

Id rather not watch ha ha ha

[pinkin2011]

Katie YES I have lower back ache tail bone area?

[littlemissnaughty7]

oh wow thanks RF hun thats amazing !

[rainbowflower]

Id rather not watch ha ha ha

don't worry, it's a NICE birth :)

[littlemissnaughty7]

katie and pinkin i have good feelings about both of you this month :fingers:

[xokatietatie]

Pink, why are the days creeping by?? My sleeping has been crazy, I have a terrible headache, and experiencing a lot of nausea. I know it's waaaay too early to have any symptoms, so maybe I'm sick? I don't know.

[pinkin2011]

watched it gee she did such a great job! Thanks for putting that up!

[xokatietatie]

katie and pinkin i have good feelings about both of you this month :fingers:

Thanks!

[pinkin2011]

I have all those symptoms too but I cant even tell d/h because he just laughs at me... The cramping tho I went to the toilet to check that af wasnt there.. I have been feeling sick aswell I am woundering if i am making myself feel like this?

[pinkin2011]

katie and pinkin i have good feelings about both of you this month :fingers:

Thank you!! I hope your right!

[littlemissnaughty7]

when i was pregnant with my first i has a cold come a headache a cold sore and veins all through my chest within 3DPO !

[littlemissnaughty7]

me too hun !

[xokatietatie]

I just feel so yucky! I seem to feel worse everyday too. I know you can have cramping and bleeding/spotting with implantation, but are there any other known symptoms?

[littlemissnaughty7]

i know my friend took an opk at 5dpo and it looked dark and she was indeed pregnant, but i think it depends on the brand you use ?

[pinkin2011]

I am not sure, I bet I have all these symptoms and get a BFN!
How many dpo are you going to test?

[littlemissnaughty7]

do you temp katie ? a dip in temp around 3-7dpo can be seen as implantation

[littlemissnaughty7]

i had one with both of my boys one was 5dpo and the other was 6dpo

[xokatietatie]

I have the Clear Blue digital ones. I guess it wouldn't hurt to use one now.

[pinkin2011]

see what it comes up with Katie

[xokatietatie]

As soon as I have to use the restroom again I will use one. If it comes up positive I'll either freak out and worry that I'm somehow still ovulating, or I'll throw a little party for myself. I can't decide.

[rainbowflower]

if it's before AF is due I wouldn't test without using FMU

[littlemissnaughty7]

lol katie i hope you have a party lol, but dont worry if its faint that doesnt mean your not pregnant,

[xokatietatie]

I've never been so stressed and crazy like I am right now when it came to my other pregnancies. I feel like I am going bonkers.

[pinkin2011]

Katie Maybe dont use it then... Just wait it out with me!

[littlemissnaughty7]

lol hun i can imagine how you feel i would be exactly the same, roll on february !

[littlemissnaughty7]

yeah maybe leave it till the morning as RF said to get FMU

[xokatietatie]

Yeah, pink, you're probably right... We can wait it out together. :) How soon do you plan on testing?

[pinkin2011]

If you are anthing like me you will stess either way if your opk was neg you will think your not preg if it was + you will worry about O... Well I was thinking 10 dpo on the 23rd but now i am thinking to maybe leave it to 12 dpo! I am not sure what to do.. what about you?

[xokatietatie]

The 23rd would be 10 days past when we DTD, but I don't know which day I O'd on for sure. I bought a box with three tests in it, so I will probably give in and test pretty early because I am not a patient person.

[pinkin2011]

I am totally a POAS addict I am going to struggle getting to 10dpo but i really should wait until then

[xokatietatie]

I never was before! With my first, I was probably two weeks past my missed AF before I realized anything, and with my other two I tested the day AF was due. Now, it's all I can think about.

Random FYI -- As I was typing this I felt I might get sick.

AHH, what is with me?

[pinkin2011]

Katie You will bet a BFP this month!

[rainbowflower]

good luck for some BFPs tomorrow!! :D

[xokatietatie]

I sure hope so... I'll gladly take the headache, nausea, and cold symptoms if it comes with pregnancy. I just hope this isn't some bug that is getting my hopes up. How are you feeling? You still feeling bad?

[suregena]

I'm getting impatient to O. :(

[pinkin2011]

yeah keep getting like a sea sick feeling and get watery cheeks like i am going to throw up!

[xokatietatie]

Having patience is so hard sometimes, especially when it comes to things like this.

[dannikins]

Just a Q about size of babies... I have only been through one birth ( natural) was 4.5 hrs and it was sooo painful, Our d/s was born on his due date and weighed 7pounds 2 ounces... I am so scared of having anything bigger then that pretty much i am just scared of childbirth.. They say the next ones are usually bigger?? Is that the case with you girls?

my first was 8 pound 9 ounces, born at 38 weeks,
my 2nd was 7 pound 3 ounces , born at 37 weeks,
my 3rd was 6 pound 10 ounces , born at 35 weeks,
my 4th was 9 pound 1 ounce, born 41 weeks,
all natural, no meds or anything.

from my personal experience, the bigger the baby the easier the pushing stage was.
and size of the baby dosent really affect the pain of the birth, but the duration of the labour does.
the faster the labour, the more intense and painfull.

my longest labour was 6 hours, and was the easiest to deal with, because the pain and intensity gradually increased.
my shortest labour was 52 minutes start to finish!, and i wouldnt reccommend it to anyone.
it was full on right from the start, there was no building up to it, i had first contraction, then 2nd 8 mins later, then 3rd 4 mins later, then they were back to back.

it was great to get it over with nice and fast, but i swear, it was so full on and intense, that for a long time after i didnt want to have any more babies, because i didnt want to have to go through that again.

[xokatietatie]

yeah keep getting like a sea sick feeling and get watery cheeks like i am going to throw up!

That's how I feel! Maybe it's a good sign for both of us.

[PeonyPrincess]

Rainbow, that video was beautiful. I always tear up when I see a baby being born.

[PeonyPrincess]

KD, Katie, Pinkin, I hope all these signs mean lots of BFPs this month! You must all be torn between getting excited and not wanting to get your hopes up too much. The 2WW is torture.

[PeonyPrincess]

Auroara, I am only CD6! Probably another 8 days until O. I am trying to be patient and stay positive. It is easy to forget about it at work, but some days are dragging.

Good to hear your family are being supportive (or quiet!) now they know you are pg. My MIL has made no secret of the fact she would love a grandaughter (she has 4 gorgeous grandsons). She thinks both her daughter and I are finished breeding so will get a massive surprise when I get pg. I think my mum has always hoped I would have a third, but she has no idea we are TTC either.

[PeonyPrincess]

My DS1 was 8lbs 11oz, and DS2 8lbs 5oz. Both C sections!

Lemon~ did you attempt before work today?

Lala~ I've seen many ladies on here attempt at the first positive smiley OPK. They say on average you O 24-48 hrs later.

Peonyprincess~ My story is similar. My boys are 4 and 5 years old. They are such a breeze. dh was set on being done. What changed was an oopsie pregnancy (girl) which I lost (chromosome issues), I was beyond distraught and DH without me asking said, "we'll just try again".
I don't care that my life will become more hectic again. The boys will both be off on the bus all day at school in September, and I would love to be with a baby (girl) all day! (when I'm not in the office, LOL)

Hope, it is amazing how life can change course in an instant. I agree, having a third now would be a bit like having a first all over again as I would have a lot more time for them. Poor DS2, it was all a bit of a blur. I was so busy!

[PeonyPrincess]

My OPK at 1.40pm was faintly there. I think the control line is faint, too, so maybe that's why it seems so faint.

I had stretchy (though very little) CM lunchtime so I'm just hoping these cheap OPK's are just generally on the faint side.

I'm SUPPOSED to O tomorrow. We'll see. :/

Suregena, I have bought cheap OPKs on eBay before, but the control line has always been dark. If it was faint I would wonder if it was working correctly.

[suregena]

Suregena, I have bought cheap OPKs on eBay before, but the control line has always been dark. If it was faint I would wonder if it was working correctly.

It's not super faint, but it's pink... but not deep pink, if that makes sense.

I keep drinking so much water that I'm not getting decent urine samples, either! I guess no more water!

[purple sky]

It's not super faint, but it's pink... but not deep pink, if that makes sense.

I keep drinking so much water that I'm not getting decent urine samples, either! I guess no more water!
Definitely limit your fluids for a couple hours before you test otherwise you will miss your surge.

[purple sky]

Dannikins, Pink and Katie can't wait to see your BFP's girls! Hope your not getting sick Katie.

[pinkin2011]

Are you feeling any better Katie?

[xokatietatie]

I'm feeling a smidge better. My headache is not as bad as it was before, but I still just feel off. My dinner didn't taste good to me, but I made myself eat. I'm just trying to relax a little now before I head to bed for the night. How are you feeling?

[pinkin2011]

Im ok I put d/s in my bed and got him to have a lay down with me that was at 8.30am and its now nearly 12pm we got up at 11.30am! I still just have that sickly kind of feeling... Oh i dont know what it is!

[xokatietatie]

Well I hope you start to feel better soon! I slept waaaay too long on Saturday night, and I've been tossing and turning every night since then. I'm hoping I get good sleep tonight and feel better tomorrow.

[amari]

Hi, all! Just checking in. Hope everyone feels better soon!

[xokatietatie]

I'm feeling a little better, but I wish I was in bed.

[pinkin2011]

I am having cramps again

[xokatietatie]

Implantation pains??

[amari]

Glad you're feeling a little better!

That's good you're having cramps! How many dpo are you?

[pinkin2011]

I am only 5 dpo so not sure what they are.. like funny pulling feeling

[PeonyPrincess]

How are you feeling about your attempt Amari? It sounded like it all worked out in the end.

[PeonyPrincess]

I am only 5 dpo so not sure what they are.. like funny pulling feeling

That is a good sign Pinkin!

[pinkin2011]

That is a good sign Pinkin!

Do you really think so?? Oh i hope your right! I will be so upset like everyone else would be to see that bfn.. I have gone through a box of rainbow paddlepops today they sort of make me not feel so sick while i am eating them

[amari]

Pulling sounds promising!

Thanks for asking, peony-I'm not sure. We ended up getting 3 attempts in after the smiley face, one 5 hours after, one 17 hours after and one 26 hours after. I still only felt the slightest bit of cramping with no o pain at all, so I don't even feel like I o'd, but I am trying to believe that I did based on that smiley face! I had a cheat day today and ate whatever I wanted, will try to go back to normal tomorrow!

How are you holding up? Did you say you're cd6?

[PeonyPrincess]

That sounds great Amari! Auroara didn't think she O at Christmas, and then she got a BFP, so I'm sure it was just your body tricking you.

Yep I am CD6, so just waiting. AF is all but gone but I won't need to start doing OPKs for a while. I usually start doing them on CD11 but will likely start on CD10 for this most important month! I have organised to have a facial on the weekend and I will do my usual Saturday morning yoga/tai chi/pilates class, so I should be nice and relaxed anyway. As long as my DH gets home on the plane as planned next Wed evening then everything will be good.

[xokatietatie]

Ugh, I can't sleep.

[_Lala_]

It's my niece's 1st bday today and there is a party for her tonight. I got to go girl shopping!! I kind of love it and hate it at the same time. I bought her the most divine little shoes; god i hope i will buying precious little things for my own daughter soon! I'm a little bit worried about food at the party tonight though:worry: I made a whole heap of chocolate rum balls (minus the rum) last night and didnt even lick the spoon - talk about will power! I'm going to say that i am on a diet but i cant eat nothing...not sure what exactly is going to be there but i doubt anything will be girl friendly; think i might have a glass of wine/champagne though - hope it wont ruin my sway. Particularly worried because I should be O any day now, i dont want something to stuff it up when I'm so close to the end, and i have been so strict on my diet. Basically since AF i've only eaten 2 pieces of white bread with strawberry jam at 12pm, a coffee during the afternoon and some pasta with parmesan for dinner; and peppermint tea and caffeine free diet coke. So pretty much eating next to nothing. I cant believe i have to deal with this when I'm due to get a smiley face. Seems so unfair!!:hair:

[PeonyPrincess]

Lala, I have to shop for a girl's birthday soon...but she wants lego! I do always send my niece cute fairy outfits and things though. I am not surprised you think you won't be able to eat anything at the party. You are barely eating anything! My diet is a lot less restrictive. I wouldn't survive otherwise. I am going out on Friday night with DHs work. I have already decided to allow myself my first glass of wine since New Year. White wine is preferable over red if that helps. Maybe you should take some hommus dip and celery sticks along too! I have rum balls in the fridge that I haven't been able to touch. You are right, it does take a lot of will power! Anyway, just remember that 1 cheat will not ruin your sway.

[pinkin2011]

What time is it there katie?? My pains went and now have come back again feel like pulling dragging pains if I am not preg my body is playing tricks on me!

[xokatietatie]

It's around 1:30 a.m. here. I still can't sleep... so I wasted time by bookmarking cute little girl outfits on my computer. It was an attempt to feel hopeful, but it kind of turned into a little bit of torture.

[pinkin2011]

awww I brought the most gorgeous little knitted beanie and booties for my cousin , she had a baby girl yesterday and she was 9lbs 5oz and it was her first!! i dont think they will fit??? maybe its could be a sign for me???

I said to my d/h I am so uncomfortable ( which I am ) with these cramps and he said oh well guess your not pregnant then and I said no it could be a good thing these cramps and he said nope your def not preg then.. AAHHH made me mad!

[xokatietatie]

Men don't get it!!

I've been watching this TV show over the past couple weeks. I started with the very first episode and have watched a couple episodes a night after the boys go to bed, trying to get caught up with the entire series... and all the sudden I'm on episodes where some of the characters start talking about and planning to have a baby. It's been making me crazy!

[pinkin2011]

ha ha thats a sign for you too then!!!!
Yes Men dont get it do they! From these cramps I have af will be here early i think

[pinkin2011]

Do your younger 2 boys still have a sleep in the day?

[xokatietatie]

Or not at all!!! :fx:

[xokatietatie]

Do your younger 2 boys still have a sleep in the day?

DS3 always naps, sometimes twice. DS2 naps on occasion.

[pinkin2011]

Hey are you having any cramps or anything?

[xokatietatie]

Not at the moment, but I have been having some off an on. That's why I feel so off, nothing is consistent. One minute I have a headache so bad that I just want to curl up into a ball in a very dark room, and then a while later I feel better. One minute I've got cramps and pains, and then they're gone. One minute I feel okay, and then next I feel I might get sick. I don't know if I'm coming or going, lol. At the current moment, I am feeling okay... minus the fact that I am incredibly tired but can't sleep and my nose is still a little runny.

What's going on with you?

[pinkin2011]

Well I made flathead tails and steamed veg with scolloped potatoes for tea was just sooooooo yum!!! I feel ok but these cramps.. TMI please be aware I went to the toilet and there was white cm???? I have never seen this before

[xokatietatie]

I don't even know what flathead tails are... but it made me think of sharks.

Is your CM like lotion? That's one of the many types that you can have.

[pinkin2011]

no it wasnt it was like a blob not big about size of a small button wasnt lotion looking... Flathead tails are fish! very yummy

[pinkin2011]

I had smaller amounts through the day...hmm prob nothing anyway I am just trying to find things

[suregena]

Still negative. Today is supposed to have been O day. I'm going to continue to be patient......

[PeonyPrincess]

Pinkin, let's hope you can prove DH wrong. We like to do that sometimes!

[pinkin2011]

ha ha we sure do!! Id love to I will be over the moon if i see that line.. D/H will be away next week so If I do get a bfp i am going to try and not tell him until he gets home

[littlemissnaughty7]

white globy cm in the 2ww is exactly what happend to me with both my pregnancies pinkin !

[auroara78]

Surgena, hopefully O will appear soon! Be patient, and stay calm!

Pinkin and Katie, wow you guys sound so preggers already with all those symtoms! FX its a good sign for big BFPs soon!

Peony, your weekend with the facial and yoga/pilates sounds so awesome and relaxing! Because I can be somewhat of a stress head, I'm really thinking of looking up or finding some prenatal yoga to help relax me, or some kind of excerise that centers on focusing and relaxing. I think it would be so serene!

Lemon and Out of the Blue, how are you guys feeling? You guys still around?

I still have some indigestion and not all food agrees with me, and some exhaustion, but besides those few things, I feel good. Sometimes so good I forget I'm pregnant then I eat something that my body doesn't like...and I'm like, yep, definitely preggers, avoid that evil food! For right now it's sweets...of any kind will turn my stomach after i eat it, which is a pity to miss out on, lol.

[auroara78]

My husband is sooo sweet sometimes!

He changed his Facebook profile picture to my current newly uploaded avatar picture I am using. He found the picture first! LOL, he hasn't announced it on Facebook and I haven't either, but it's pretty dang obvious what the message he's sending...he said he's team pink now, lol, hoping for a daughter...sometimes he is so dang thoughtful that it makes my heart melt :HH:

Before we annouced it formally on Facebook with DS2, he changed his profile pix to an oven with a cinnamon bun inside...LOL. There were lots of people on his Facebook guessing about that one! This time he is being way open about it!

[suregena]

Surgena, hopefully O will appear soon! Be patient, and stay calm!
.

I hope so. :( I think we'll start BDing tonight in case we missed it. Sigh... I hope not...

[Out of the Blue]

Hi, all. I've not logged on since Friday moring so I have no clue what is going on with everyone. I'm hoping we have several of us in the 2ww! :cheer: Better yet, I'm hoping there are several w/teeny tiny wee little pink beans growing inside!!!

As for me, I don't think I'll ovulate this cycle so I'm probably out until February. I'm CD22 and still no O. My body geared up 2x since Thurs to O but it's just not happening. I'll just continue to do the diet and wait for AF to come so I can have a nice cheat day and drown my sorrows in nachos...May be another 10 days before AF finally comes though since my cycles are so long.

[amari]

peony-that sounds like an amazing day! Enjoy!!

Aurora-how exciting, you get to bask in being pregnant now! Yay!

suregena-so you will start bd tonight for sure? That is exciting too!

[rainbowflower]

Hi, all. I've not logged on since Friday moring so I have no clue what is going on with everyone. I'm hoping we have several of us in the 2ww! :cheer: Better yet, I'm hoping there are several w/teeny tiny wee little pink beans growing inside!!!

As for me, I don't think I'll ovulate this cycle so I'm probably out until February. I'm CD22 and still no O. My body geared up 2x since Thurs to O but it's just not happening. I'll just continue to do the diet and wait for AF to come so I can have a nice cheat day and drown my sorrows in nachos...May be another 10 days before AF finally comes though since my cycles are so long.
looking at your previous charts I certainly think you'll OV at some point

[suregena]

suregena-so you will start bd tonight for sure? That is exciting too!

Yes, I don't know if I O'd early or not and am scared I missed it, so we'll start BDing tonight and I'll still take OPKs. I'm going to stop vitex until I know I need to start it again. :( my body is confusing me this month...

[Mochagirl]

Don't lose hope, Jen! I'm praying that O arrives quickly for you. I said this in a pm too, but maybe Vitex and post m/c hormones are just delaying it a bit. Keep BD just in case!!!

[littlemissnaughty7]

when you do the vitex af - O do you do it for the same time as 2 wks on an 2 wks off ?

[suregena]

I found a different, slightly more expensive brand of OPK in my bathroom cabinet leftover from months ago. I used it and one of the cheapie eBay ones in the same sample... both of them are verrrrrrrrry negative. ARRRRRRGH. We'll still BD tonight, tomorrow, etcetera... but :tissue:

[amari]

Ootb-What makes you say you geared up then didn't o? Are you doing opk's? Fx for you! xoxo

[suregena]

Just had some twinging on my left side... pleeeease, come on LH surge! Pleasepleaseplease.

[KraizyDaizy]

8DPO BFN of course. I know it's too early, but also got my progesterone results from CD19 which was 8.9, so I doubt I will get a BFP this month. It needs to be higher right? I did O on CD16, so was the blood work done too early/late? My OB would like it to be at least at 16. She might put me on progesterone supplements next cycle along with the Clomid. I am schedule for an ultrasound of my uterus next Tuesday at 8:30am to see why it is so enlarged and maybe why I am not getting pregnant.

My iron levels are at 12.2 from 8.9 so that is good, but not good when I thinking great my levels are getting back to normal which lowered they were swaying girl grrrrh. It's a catch 22!!!


I am discouraged today and feeling so jealous of friends that just welcomed their first baby today. A little boy and he is so sweet!!!

I did have cramping yesterday with the temp dip, so maybe there is still hope?

[purple sky]

Just checking in on you ladies :)

Katie and Pink - I hope you both feel better soon, FX for BFP

Suregena - Hopefully you O today or tomorrow

Daizy - I'm sorry your levels are not where they should be. I think progesterone next cycle (if you don't get a bfp this cycle) is great!

[dannikins]

white globy cm in the 2ww is exactly what happend to me with both my pregnancies pinkin !

same here, had it every time, usually about 6-8 dpo

[xokatietatie]

Hey ladies :)

I'm still experiencing little waves of nausea throughout the day and have a slight headache, but I'm feeling better than I did in the past couple days. I'm just trying to focus on other things to keep me busy during the next week or so. I can't believe it's been almost a week since our attempt.

Hope everyone is having a good day. :)

[pinkin2011]

I just checked the mail and recieved the little baby girl hat and booties that I ordered for my cousin as a gift for her baby... Help!!! how do I give them away, makes me sad! They are just sooo bloody cute

[xokatietatie]

If it makes you feel any better, I ordered some ADORABLE lace petti rompers for my business today along with some matching headbands. I'm excited to use them, but it's going to be pretty killer!!!

[HopeandDreamG]

Hope, it is amazing how life can change course in an instant. I agree, having a third now would be a bit like having a first all over again as I would have a lot more time for them. Poor DS2, it was all a bit of a blur. I was so busy!

So true. I feel like I don't remember DS2 babyhood and it he's only 4! I had a toddler, and we were also building our house it was crazy busy. Just noticed actually both of our sons were born the same years.

[pinkin2011]

Katie they would be GORGEOUS! I am still going to HAVE to give them to her as much as i dont want to!! I went for a massive walk today (10km) pushing my d/s in the pram i feel quite sick again now

[HopeandDreamG]

Ootb-What makes you say you geared up then didn't o? Are you doing opk's? Fx for you! xoxo

Jen~ Was going to ask you the same thing as Amari.

Lala~ I agree I think you need to got to the party with some stuff you can eat too. Along with the hummus, you can bring green beans to dip, unsalted pretzels etc. You can also bring strawberries. If you have stuff to eat noone will notice and then you don't need to say your on a diet.

Auroara~ LOVE the new avatar!!! DH sounds awesome!!

Katie & Pinkin~ waiting for BFP news!

Suregena~ Hope OPK turns positive soon.

Hello everyone else!

[xokatietatie]

I'm using them for two sessions in the next couple of weeks -- one with a 9 month old girl named Ellie and one with a 9 month old girl named Lilly. They're both BEAUTIFUL little girls. Maybe I'll post a link to the pictures once I post them to my website. :)

I didn't do much of anything today, just relaxed and hung out with the boys... but I still had waves of nausea. I'm a tiny bit crampy now, but not bad. I think it might be from checking my cervix though.

[pinkin2011]

why did you check your cervix??? I am not crampy today I am 6dpo today.. Are you 5 or 6dpo? I think we are the same arent we?

[xokatietatie]

I have no idea! It gave me something to do.

I don't know how many days exactly, but I think I am 3-5 DPO. It's been 5 days since I got my +OPK and did our attempt.

[pinkin2011]

Hey I know its silly but i think I am going to do my first test 9dpo with a FRER test, I know I shouldnt but I cant help myself! Either talk me out of it or support me ha ha ha please..

[xokatietatie]

I say you should wait!! I wish I knew how many DPO I am so I know how soon I can test. :(

[pinkin2011]

Ok I will wait then! I know it is really hard isnt it... I am not totally sure either as they say o pains can happen before after or during o so i may of oed earlier or later who knows!! Ok I will TRY and wait , Did you say your testing on the 23rd?

[xokatietatie]

The 23rd would be 10 days after my attempt, so I think I will do my first test that day, yeah. That's only five days away! I think I can survive.

[lemon2012]

Hi,
I am still here...but busy!
I work full time with two little ones and they started karate twice a week.

I am probably 2 days past o...of course, my temp never went up and the OPK was getting dark again. I dtd just in case....but it was 630 am and I just did not want to risk it...like I said, just in case!
I ended up with only one cd....pretty sad actually as we tried two more times in the two fertile days. The one time we were interrupted about 5 times due to a dog and running children from their bedrooms. After that I got so dismayed and uptight I could not do it. The last attempt was 7 am and I had to be in the car at 720 am and the kids were running around....and it was just not happening!
I am hoping a one time, one shot wonder is all it takes.
I conceived 5 years ago that way....ugh, I am old.
However, if I am not pg....I have plans to see a naturopath for acupuncture and we are heading south for a holiday! It might help us relax and let things happen.
I think swaying is not for me and that is why we have spent so much time trying. Maybe if we give up....!!!

Pink and Katie...I hope things are happening in there for you!
It sounds like it!!!!
Katie, you are too cute checking your cervix to find something to do,...!
Pink, how old is your little one? Are you in England? It sounds like you have an accent in your writing if that is possible!
9 dpo might be too early! I did that with my first time trying and there was a line and then it went away...it might have been there but did not stick. THen again, how cool would it be to see it come in and get darker and darker! Mocha had that happen!!! I think it was 10 dpo though. GL and let us know!!!!

ootb..what is going on with your body???

auroara....I think it is a girl!!!!
And meant to be!

Is it surgena waiting to o???? GL!

Lala, are you off to the party...it is hard to keep up!

One cheat does not matter!
I think the diet is meant for a long period of time to change the environment but indulging in non girl food is not going to make a difference.

I hated buying girly clothes! It made me sad to think I would never buy one for a daughter of my own.
How does it happen so easy for other people!

Hi Hope!
How are you doing now? Almost Feb:)

[pinkin2011]

Hi Lemon It sure is possible to get preg from a one off attempt!! Dont think your out yet!!
No I am not from England I am from Australia.
Well Katie the 23rd it is then??

[xokatietatie]

Yeah, I think so... as soon as I wake up, 16 hours after you! haha

[xokatietatie]

I just have to say... I've had one of the most emotional days ever today. EVERYTHING has made me cry... and I'm not talking small time crying, but rather hysterical hot mess sobbing. :(

[pinkin2011]

Awww katie, why is this??? is there a reason or crying and dont know why??? You poor thing!

[pinkin2011]

How is everyone else going??? Whos is due to test just after katie and I??
just want to add my boobs feel a bit sore today.....hmm...

[xokatietatie]

Awww katie, why is this??? is there a reason or crying and dont know why??? You poor thing!

I don't really know. Lots of stuff racing in my mind, I guess. I have emotional moments just like any other person, but not like this though... or at least not since I was last pregnant anyway. I really think I am pregnant, but there's not way to tell just yet.

[pinkin2011]

I really think you are too!! so nice if I follow right behind you!

[pinkin2011]

I am sitting here eating a bag of mixed lollies.. Yummo

[pinkin2011]

Great for the diet

[PeonyPrincess]

Pinkin, DO NOT talk about lollies, lol. It is hard enough as it is!

[purple sky]

Hey Pink your symptoms sound promising! I really think you are preggo :) If you had some cheap tests it would be kind of cool to see how early you get a bfp. I hear alot of girls early bfp

[PeonyPrincess]

So true. I feel like I don't remember DS2 babyhood and it he's only 4! I had a toddler, and we were also building our house it was crazy busy. Just noticed actually both of our sons were born the same years.

We hadn't started building yet, but were at the planning/meetings with the architect stage. In hindsight it was pretty crazy. No wonder DH was scared about going for a third! My boys are Feb 2006 and December 2007.

[pinkin2011]

Peony ha ha ha sorry but if it makes you feel better i ate too many and feel so sick!

Purple! I sooo hope i get that bfp I am going to be very nervous on monday morning i may not be able to sleep the night before and i will be just so upset if i get a bfn

[pinkin2011]

Oh and Purple I doubt I would get a line even if I was preg before 10dpo.. With my d/s I was 15dpo before i got a very faint line that was on a clearblue test tho

[pinkin2011]

And going back then i wasnt a POAS addict and that test at 15 dpo was my first test.. I then went to the dr the next day and the test at the dr was neg! Then i went back 5 days later and it was then + So I guess i shouldnt expect too much for monday!

[xokatietatie]

All of my tests were super positive!! I always tested the day AF was due though. I'll be interested to see how early I get a BFP, that is IF I even get one.

[pinkin2011]

WELL i was sitting down watching tv and I got real sick all of a sudden watery cheeks and i had to run.... I am as white as a Ghost!! I hope its because i am Preggers!!!!!! Could i be making myself think i am?? Doubt it would be due to the lollies because It has never happened before.

Katie did you use the frer with your other preg??

[rainbowflower]

How is everyone else going??? Whos is due to test just after katie and I??
just want to add my boobs feel a bit sore today.....hmm...
not too bad thanks! waiting for OV which could be any time between the weekend and a week today.. I think there's a few of us in here waiting for OV too :)

[suregena]

DTD last night (hubbo's third release of the day... Whoa) and this morning. Still negative OPK, though. :(

[pinkin2011]

Suregena I hope you O soon you d/h is doing a awesome job!!!

Rainbow what are your palns for dtd??

[pinkin2011]

" Plans"

[rainbowflower]

DTD last night (hubbo's third release of the day... Whoa) and this morning. Still negative OPK, though. :(
is it completely blank? or anything close?
what about your other fertile signs like CM?


Suregena I hope you O soon you d/h is doing a awesome job!!!

Rainbow what are your palns for dtd??
hoping to wait for pos OPK and then DTD twice on that day, perhaps once first thing the following morning (so 2-3 attempts within 24hrs)... although some cycles I've not got a peak on my CBFM so hoping this cycle isn't one of them!

[pinkin2011]

that sounds like it will be a great attempt!! FX for you!

I am having cramps again geeze i hope its a good sign

[_Lala_]

1173

[suregena]

is it completely blank? or anything close?
what about your other fertile signs like CM?


hoping to wait for pos OPK and then DTD twice on that day, perhaps once first thing the following morning (so 2-3 attempts within 24hrs)... although some cycles I've not got a peak on my CBFM so hoping this cycle isn't one of them!

Grrr... I just deleted my whole post on accident! That's what I get for replying on my phone!

They've been blank or faint... And a couple have had a sliver of the line look a similar color to the control line, but still without a doubt negative. My worry is I somehow just missed an LH surge.

However, cervix was high (have to squat to get high enough to touch cervix), same thing yesterday and this morning. Have had very little CM but yesterday I managed to get enough that was very ewcm like and pretty stretchy. But it was still a small amount. This morning I got very little as well but it had stretch to it still. I have a hard time trying to decide if cervix is open or not or soft or not. If I had O'd maybe right before or had a surge right before the day I started testing on the 15th, my cervix would have lowered by now, surely? I'm still holding onto hope. We'll just keep DTD...

[pinkin2011]

Lala wow how exciting!!!! whats your attempt like??

[_Lala_]

DP has been abstaining so he will be very pleased:running: lol! He and DS1 are at the cricket tonight so i havent told him yet.
Now I'm just not sure when to DTD. I still have heaps of EWCM so I'm wondering how long i should wait. I've heard of lots of women having boys from 2 day cut-off and since we are only doing the one attempt i would actually prefer to DTD on O day - but for me it's just too hard to tell exactly when that is. I am due for Rephresh tonight and havent taken my Zyrtec yet (i usually take it before i go to bed) so i am wondering whether we DTD in the morning before DP goes to work. But since it is school hols my DS's are getting up early to watch cartoons so i dont know if we can do it in peace, kwim? But i wonder if tomorrow night is too far away? Eek...I just dont know:think:

[PeonyPrincess]

Suregena, my cervix always drops really low the day after I O, so it doesn't sound like you've missed it. Keep going, your DH will be happy too!

Lala, love those smileys! You are right, it is really hard to pinpoint exactly when O will be. I have had some months where I O the same day as I get a +OPK though, so don't leave it too long. All the best for your attempt.

[rainbowflower]

pinkin - sounds very promising!! do you normally get that in your 2ww?

lala - go make that baby :)

suregena - I worry that too when I see some lines darker than normal, but I temp so know when my temps haven't risen.. if you're still getting fertile CM you probably haven't OVed yet

[Mochagirl]

Hi,

9 dpo might be too early! I did that with my first time trying and there was a line and then it went away...it might have been there but did not stick. THen again, how cool would it be to see it come in and get darker and darker! Mocha had that happen!!! I think it was 10 dpo though. GL and let us know!!!!

I *think* it was 10dpo this time, but lately I've been wondering more and more if FF was right and I actually O'd later than I thought, which would mean I was 8-9dpo. In my pregnancy last Fall, I got my BFP at 9dpo, with ds3 it was 11dpo, and with my twins it was 8dpo!

[pinkin2011]

Mocha Did you have cramps at 6 dpo can you remember?? And gee i feel sooo sick i threw up today AND its 11.30pm here and i cant sleep i feel sick again and kind of light headed and dizzy! prob is just a bug going around but i am very crampy.

[pinkin2011]

Rainbow i am not sure if i do or not... Maybe i dont??

[Mochagirl]

I got cramps through almost the entire 2WW. Starting around 7dpo I started to get a stitch in my side, which I also got last pregnancy.

[pinkin2011]

I got cramps about 3 dpo they are still there ( not all The Time ) Like a pulling feeling ... But I keep get nauseous real bad comes in waves that really started bad today??It may be nothing at all but I dont feel normal if that makes sense ?

[suregena]

I just got a decent amount of CM that was very stretchy and clear just a bit ago... don't know if it could be partly hubbo stuff or not but he only released shallow.

I'm getting hopeful now as the cervix is still high. If I haven't O'd yet... I hoe we aren't doing anything boy friendly by having started early!

I guess it doesn't matter. I was due to use repHresh the day before yesterday but didn't because I wasn't sure what was happening. Think I should use more today?

[amari]

Pink-I am also in the 2ww with you and katie. It is so hard not to think about it ALL THE TIME. Sounds like you have some great symptoms!!

Lala-Yay for a smiley!! GL!

Suregena-Seems right that you haven't O'd yet since your cervix is still high. Did you start to dtd yet or are you still waiting until +opk?

Hi everyone else too! xoxo

[suregena]

No, we started last night and this morning! I was nervous I just missed O or something. Not my plan to start early, hope it doesn't up my boy odds too much.

[Mochagirl]

I got cramps about 3 dpo they are still there ( not all The Time ) Like a pulling feeling ... But I keep get nauseous real bad comes in waves that really started bad today??It may be nothing at all but I dont feel normal if that makes sense ?

All good signs, pink! :luck:

[xokatietatie]

I got cramps through almost the entire 2WW. Starting around 7dpo I started to get a stitch in my side, which I also got last pregnancy.

My ride side itches SO BAD!!! I swear I'm going to end up making myself bleed because I've been scratching it so hard.

[xokatietatie]

I got cramps about 3 dpo they are still there ( not all The Time ) Like a pulling feeling ... But I keep get nauseous real bad comes in waves that really started bad today??It may be nothing at all but I dont feel normal if that makes sense ?

I'm telling you what, I feel like we were meant to "meet" each other. We had our attempt around the same time, we're around the same age, we've got all the same symptoms, and we're going to test around the same time. If we both get pregnant now and end up with our dream girls, I am going to start saving every penny and fly to Australia someday. It may take 572 years to get enough money to go, but hey... it would be fun. haha

[auroara78]

Katie & Pinkin:
For what it's worth, I got a pos preg test with EPT without FMU at 9 or 10 dpo. The next day I tested without FMU on a FRER and got a much better line. (The EPT one was faint!) I wasn't going to test early, but I'm glad I did! I think FRER are very, very accurate at detecting early pregnancies, so I would definitely use them if you want to test early!

Hope & Lemon: you ladies are so fab and so lovely and sweet! Thanks for the kind words!

Surgena, I think it's good that you are still BD'ing anyway. Like I said, I did not get a pos OPK but here I am, pregnant, so I must have either missed my surge or my urine was too diluated to give me an accurate test. Still, I think it's a little odd that some of your OPKs have been blank?

Peony, I am soooo EXCITIED that your time to baby dance for that girl is almost here!!!!! Can't wait to here about your attempt!!!

Rainbowflower, you are attempting this month, right? Any pos OPKs, signs, etc yet? You O around 23rd-24th?

Lala, love seeing that smiley OPK! If you can swing it, I would personally try an attempt tomorrow morning.

[littlemissnaughty7]

i am bloody gona eat my opk sticks if you katie & pinkin arnt pregnant lol,

[xokatietatie]

You ladies are so great. I felt like I had no support when I decided it was time to try for #4 (with the exception of my wonderful DH) and now I feel like I have a whole army of supporters. It really means a lot to me. :)

[littlemissnaughty7]

oh katie hun i dont know u very well yet, but im always here if u need a chat x

[littlemissnaughty7]

same goes to every one else too x

[Curlyseuss]

So I am in the 2WW... 10 dpo today. I tested yesterday, 9 dpo with FMU on a Dollar Tree New Choice test and got a negative. Tested again in the afternoon, around 5 pm, with a FRER... not after holding my pee for super long though, and got a BFN again. Have not tested today. Can't help feeling like I'm out this cycle, though... since the FRER is super sensitive and BFN yesterday. Am I crazy? Do I still have a chance this cycle?!?

[xokatietatie]

So I am in the 2WW... 10 dpo today. I tested yesterday, 9 dpo with FMU on a Dollar Tree New Choice test and got a negative. Tested again in the afternoon, around 5 pm, with a FRER... not after holding my pee for super long though, and got a BFN again. Have not tested today. Can't help feeling like I'm out this cycle, though... since the FRER is super sensitive and BFN yesterday. Am I crazy? Do I still have a chance this cycle?!?
I say wait a day or two and then test again with FRER and FMU.

[HopeandDreamG]

Yay for so many of you in the two week wait!!! Fingers crossed for some BFP soon!!

Lala~ Good luck on your attempt :)

[pinkin2011]

I'm telling you what, I feel like we were meant to "meet" each other. We had our attempt around the same time, we're around the same age, we've got all the same symptoms, and we're going to test around the same time. If we both get pregnant now and end up with our dream girls, I am going to start saving every penny and fly to Australia someday. It may take 572 years to get enough money to go, but hey... it would be fun. haha

Katie If that all turns out I will be going over your way if you dont make it here!!!! Oh I hope you are right how amazing will that be!!

[littlemissnaughty7]

i would wait till tomoz morning or even the next and test with FMU hun,

[pinkin2011]

Katie & Pinkin:
For what it's worth, I got a pos preg test with EPT without FMU at 9 or 10 dpo. The next day I tested without FMU on a FRER and got a much better line. (The EPT one was faint!) I wasn't going to test early, but I'm glad I did! I think FRER are very, very accurate at detecting early pregnancies, so I would definitely use them if you want to test early!

Hope & Lemon: you ladies are so fab and so lovely and sweet! Thanks for the kind words!

Surgena, I think it's good that you are still BD'ing anyway. Like I said, I did not get a pos OPK but here I am, pregnant, so I must have either missed my surge or my urine was too diluated to give me an accurate test. Still, I think it's a little odd that some of your OPKs have been blank?

Peony, I am soooo EXCITIED that your time to baby dance for that girl is almost here!!!!! Can't wait to here about your attempt!!!

Rainbowflower, you are attempting this month, right? Any pos OPKs, signs, etc yet? You O around 23rd-24th?

Lala, love seeing that smiley OPK! If you can swing it, I would personally try an attempt tomorrow morning.

Auroara, I will test on monday with a Frer with FMU If it is neg I will be very upset But also my af is not due until the 27th or 28th and it may not show up for me at 10dpo! I will try anyway

[pinkin2011]

Curlyseuss , A good friend of mine used a Frer and the faintest line came up the morning af was due for her , 10 dpo is still very early but trust me i know how you would be feeling but give it a few more days .. xo

[pinkin2011]

Oh and I am now 7 dpo!!!:nails:

[littlemissnaughty7]

eek how are your symptoms pinkin hun ?

[pinkin2011]

Its 7 am here i just feel a bit queesy still.... yesterday felt horrible and sick and had alot of cramps, I do not have cramps right now.. Will see what the day brings!

[xokatietatie]

Katie If that all turns out I will be going over your way if you dont make it here!!!! Oh I hope you are right how amazing will that be!!

Ohio is not as cool as Australia! We've got nothing but corn, cows and football here. haha

[suregena]

Had some twinges (very mild/dull) a little this evening and EWCM (I think) when I went to the bathroom... still negative OPK though! ARGH! It's just got to be gearing up for something! Sometime!

[xokatietatie]

Had some twinges (very mild/dull) a little this evening and EWCM (I think) when I went to the bathroom... still negative OPK though! ARGH! It's just got to be gearing up for something! Sometime!

What day of your cycle are you on and when is O day due?

[suregena]

What day of your cycle are you on and when is O day due?



CD 15 and O day was SUPPOSED ("supposed") to be on the 18th.

[pinkin2011]

Ha Ha Katie, Yeah Australia is very nice ! Oneday I will go to the USA tho I have always wanted to! As you say tho have to save save save I will prob be 60 before i get there!!

[KnockYourBallsOff]

Stalking! Can't wait to you ladies start testing!!!!!

[xokatietatie]

CD 15 and O day was SUPPOSED ("supposed") to be on the 18th.

You using OPKs and charting temp and CM?

[suregena]

You using OPKs and charting temp and CM?

I don't have a basal thermometer, so CM and OPKs.

[xokatietatie]

First Response® (http://www.firstresponse.com) has a $2 off coupon on their website for those of you who need to buy tests.

[xokatietatie]

I am for sure going to test with FMU on the 23rd now. The 23rd is 10 days past when I got my +OPK had our attempt and it is also 6 days before AF is due. I thought FRER could detect 5 days early, but I just read it's actually 6!!

[pinkin2011]

But I think there are only a % of who would get a + 6 days before af is due.... I am woundering should i even test at 10dpo if i have not got af symptoms ( sore boobs ) because would a line even show if i dont have those symptoms, If there was going to be a line.??

[pinkin2011]

stuff it I will still test!Cant help myself!

[xokatietatie]

I got three tests in the box, so even if it is negative on the 23rd, I'll still test again.

[amari]

I'm not sure when I'm going to start testing. I don't know exactly when (or if) I o'd! All I know is I got the smiley on Sunday the 15th. I just found out my friend is having her 3rd girl! lucky chick!!

[dannikins]

i had cramps this pregnancy at 6dpo, and 5 dpo last pregnancy.
same days as my temp dips...:)

[dannikins]

my last pregnancy was BFP 9DPO, which was 9 days before Af was due.
this time was 12 DPO, but i never tested before then, and on 12dpo it was really obvious +

[dannikins]

ok, there were quotes on those messages, but they have not shown up.......

[xokatietatie]

my last pregnancy was BFP 9DPO, which was 9 days before Af was due.
this time was 12 DPO, but i never tested before then, and on 12dpo it was really obvious +

That's encouraging to see you got a BFP 9 days before AF was due! I'm going to start testing 6 days before AF is due.

[HopeandDreamG]

I'm not sure when I'm going to start testing. I don't know exactly when (or if) I o'd! All I know is I got the smiley on Sunday the 15th. I just found out my friend is having her 3rd girl! lucky chick!!

Maybe I missed you do you temp? I do, its second nature now. Its an excuse to stay in bed for a few more minutes! I use FF its so easy. It would confirm O for you

[pinkin2011]

Hey Katie are you still feeling off?? I still have a sick feeling... If I am preg and this sickness is due to that then its not going to be pretty 4 weeks from now!

[pinkin2011]

Well My boobs feel and look fuller... They are not sore yet.. I usually get sore and bigger breasts about a week or a couple of days before af so this sign may be nothing at all ! oh and they also feel kind of itchy if that makes sense??

[PeonyPrincess]

Pinkin, I always got veins showing on my boobs when I was pg. They are not usually noticeable, but it seems to be one of my early signs.

[rainbowflower]

sypmtom-spotting central in here at the moment :) no doubt I'll be joining you in that within a week though lol

[suregena]

Still negative OPK.

[rainbowflower]

Still negative OPK.

:( how much weight have you lost?

without temping TTC can be really stressful!

[suregena]

This morning I weighed 104lbs, my lowest ever adult weight!

I was probably around 113-115lbs when I started early December.

I considered temping but December was a tight month... I'll probably temp and buy a basal thermometer if nothing happens this month...

[rainbowflower]

they're not expensive - a thermometer is only £5 or so on Amazon

weight loss can stop you ovulating if you lose more than 10%... but I hope that isn't the case for you. Perhaps wonky cycles are just showing you that the diet is working?

[suregena]

I hope so! :/

[GeCon]

I am considering giving OH magnesium, but I have read that magnesium can raise pH. Could I be undoing all my hard work to lower OH's pH by giving him magnesium? :think: Do your OH's take it?

[xokatietatie]

Hey Katie are you still feeling off?? I still have a sick feeling... If I am preg and this sickness is due to that then its not going to be pretty 4 weeks from now!

I'm feeling a little better, though my tummy hurts a little this morning. I could just be hungry though.


Well My boobs feel and look fuller... They are not sore yet.. I usually get sore and bigger breasts about a week or a couple of days before af so this sign may be nothing at all ! oh and they also feel kind of itchy if that makes sense??

DH commented in bed a night or so ago that my boobs looked bigger! He was pretty excited about it. My chest doesn't really hurt when I'm not messing with them, but if I check them they do ache a little. I don't often make a habit of squeezing my own chest, hahahahaha... but I've been searching for symptoms to give me hope!

[rainbowflower]

I am considering giving OH magnesium, but I have read that magnesium can raise pH. Could I be undoing all my hard work to lower OH's pH by giving him magnesium? :think: Do your OH's take it?

my DH doesn't take any supplements

[KraizyDaizy]

10DPO and another BFN so I just wish AF would just show up already!!! What day do you take your Clomid? Since I did not get a BFP this morning, I am thinking AF should be here today, but I can only get the Clomid by calling my OB to let her know I started my cycle and today is Friday grrrrh! Can I make it through the weekend if I don't start by today? I feel a little crampy this morning so AF is on it's way and I seriously doubt any hope of a BFP with progesterone level of 8.9 on CD19 with an O on CD16?

[rainbowflower]

10DPO and another BFN so I just wish AF would just show up already!!! What day do you take your Clomid? Since I did not get a BFP this morning, I am thinking AF should be here today, but I can only get the Clomid by calling my OB to let her know I started my cycle and today is Friday grrrrh! Can I make it through the weekend if I don't start by today? I feel a little crampy this morning so AF is on it's way and I seriously doubt any hope of a BFP with progesterone level of 8.9 on CD19 with an O on CD16?
sorry you got a BFN
I think you start clomid on CD3?

[xokatietatie]

10DPO and another BFN so I just wish AF would just show up already!!! What day do you take your Clomid? Since I did not get a BFP this morning, I am thinking AF should be here today, but I can only get the Clomid by calling my OB to let her know I started my cycle and today is Friday grrrrh! Can I make it through the weekend if I don't start by today? I feel a little crampy this morning so AF is on it's way and I seriously doubt any hope of a BFP with progesterone level of 8.9 on CD19 with an O on CD16?

Sorry about your BFN, KD.

[amari]

10DPO and another BFN so I just wish AF would just show up already!!! What day do you take your Clomid? Since I did not get a BFP this morning, I am thinking AF should be here today, but I can only get the Clomid by calling my OB to let her know I started my cycle and today is Friday grrrrh! Can I make it through the weekend if I don't start by today? I feel a little crampy this morning so AF is on it's way and I seriously doubt any hope of a BFP with progesterone level of 8.9 on CD19 with an O on CD16?

At 10dpo you can def still get a bfp! That is still early! Gl!

[littlemissnaughty7]

im taking my clomid day 2-6 next month,

[Mochagirl]

my DH doesn't take any supplements

Mine didn't either.

[Out of the Blue]

We totally need a spreadsheet on who O’d when and who’ll be testing when b/c I can’t keep track! I’m so excited for our 2ww’ers and there will be so much testing going on very soon for a big group of you all! The next few wks will be very exciting!


Well My boobs feel and look fuller... They are not sore yet.. I usually get sore and bigger breasts about a week or a couple of days before af so this sign may be nothing at all ! oh and they also feel kind of itchy if that makes sense??
Do you have white little bumps on them? I forgot what they're called but they come out when you're preg and they make me itch...

Katie, big boobs sounds promising!

Suregena, sending you O VIBES!!! Temping is waaaaay easier than I thought it would be and I highly recommend it. I thought I’d just try it for a month and to see what happens and it turns out that even waking up at different times still gave me a clear picture of my cycle and I was easily able to pin-point O that first time temping. Hopefully, you’ll never have to temp b/c you’ll be getting your BFP in about 2 wks(ish)…:cheer:

Amari, do you think you O'd on the 16th or 17th? YAY!

Rainbow, will you O in the next 5 days or so?


I am considering giving OH magnesium, but I have read that magnesium can raise pH. Could I be undoing all my hard work to lower OH's pH by giving him magnesium? :think: Do your OH's take it?
DH takes cal-mags everyday as he’s done forever…I was going to have him stop but didn’t. I am just letting him do his thing and concentrating more on what I’m taking. FWIW, he is taking Liq Root 2x a day along w/cranberry. I’ve asked him to lower his meat intake at work and to avoid all red meat. I don’t cook meat at all for him at home.

KD, it’s still a bit early. Don’t give up hope yet! I’m hoping your BFP will sneak up on you and you won’t have to go the Clomid route!

[rainbowflower]

We totally need a spreadsheet on who O’d when and who’ll be testing when b/c I can’t keep track! I’m so excited for our 2ww’ers and there will be so much testing going on very soon for a big group of you all! The next few wks will be very exciting!


Do you have white little bumps on them? I forgot what they're called but they come out when you're preg and they make me itch...

Katie, big boobs sounds promising!

Suregena, sending you O VIBES!!! Temping is waaaaay easier than I thought it would be and I highly recommend it. I thought I’d just try it for a month and to see what happens and it turns out that even waking up at different times still gave me a clear picture of my cycle and I was easily able to pin-point O that first time temping. Hopefully, you’ll never have to temp b/c you’ll be getting your BFP in about 2 wks(ish)…:cheer:

Amari, do you think you O'd on the 16th or 17th? YAY!

Rainbow, will you O in the next 5 days or so?


DH takes cal-mags everyday as he’s done forever…I was going to have him stop but didn’t. I am just letting him do his thing and concentrating more on what I’m taking. FWIW, he is taking Liq Root 2x a day along w/cranberry. I’ve asked him to lower his meat intake at work and to avoid all red meat. I don’t cook meat at all for him at home.

KD, it’s still a bit early. Don’t give up hope yet! I’m hoping your BFP will sneak up on you and you won’t have to go the Clomid route!

I know! I lose track of where everyone is too!

I could OV any time within the next 6 days. My OPK is just starting to fade in now, but had a temp drop this morning that I normally get a couple of days before OV so it will hopefully be Monday!

only issue is that I have my mum and 2 sisters coming to stay today and they're staying until Monday... so it means food-wise it won't be so good this weekend and it might be fun having to BD while they're here if I get my peak on Sunday!

[rainbowflower]

OotB where are you in your cycle now?

[Out of the Blue]

Rainbow, it's always a bit challenging w/house guests around! Do the best that you can! It's the 2ww which is the most crucial (at least for the health of the bub) but I know you've been working so hard towards swaying for your girl. :HH: I :pray: you get her soon.

I'm not sure where I am. I suspect I actually O'd on Wed. FF tried to give me crosshairs today meaning that I O'd on Tues but I'm thinking it didn't happen then. I usually get a bit down/emotional the day of O so I'm thinking it was Wednesday. I am just thankful that O probably happened, BFP or not.

[rainbowflower]

Rainbow, it's always a bit challenging w/house guests around! Do the best that you can! It's the 2ww which is the most crucial (at least for the health of the bub) but I know you've been working so hard towards swaying for your girl. :HH: I :pray: you get her soon.

I'm not sure where I am. I suspect I actually O'd on Wed. FF tried to give me crosshairs today meaning that I O'd on Tues but I'm thinking it didn't happen then. I usually get a bit down/emotional the day of O so I'm thinking it was Wednesday. I am just thankful that O probably happened, BFP or not.

ooh how exciting!! ~~baby dust~~

[auroara78]

Out of the blue, did you get a few attempts in? I need more details!!

Good luck RF coming up with your attempt!

[suregena]

!


Suregena, sending you O VIBES!!! Temping is waaaaay easier than I thought it would be and I highly recommend it. I thought I’d just try it for a month and to see what happens and it turns out that even waking up at different times still gave me a clear picture of my cycle and I was easily able to pin-point O that first time temping. Hopefully, you’ll never have to temp b/c you’ll be getting your BFP in about 2 wks(ish)…:cheer:


I wish I had temped, myself. :/ I've been able to listen to my body spot on before, and could tell when ovulation as soon just by paying attention. I think I completely underestimated how herbs and diet would affect me. I have had two negative OPKs but my cervix is STILL high... so... fingers crossed. :(

It's my son's 2nd birthday on Sunday and it will be painful to not indulge in homemade cinnamon rolls, cookies, cake, homemade pizza, etc. I made a test batch of the cookies and can barely resist them. Still within my limits, but I had two last night and two today. Give me strength to resist a third. :(

[HopeandDreamG]

[QUOTE=Out of the Blue;131378]We totally need a spreadsheet on who O’d when and who’ll be testing when b/c I can’t keep track! I’m so excited for our 2ww’ers and there will be so much testing going on very soon for a big group of you all! The next few wks will be very exciting![QUOTE]


I was going to say for February's thread we should have a list like a roll call! But hopefully all of you in the two week wait will have your BFP's so we won't need to!

[HopeandDreamG]

I am considering giving OH magnesium, but I have read that magnesium can raise pH. Could I be undoing all my hard work to lower OH's pH by giving him magnesium? :think: Do your OH's take it?

I have Dh taking Cal/Mag. I looked into this and if Mag/Cal actually sways I have it covered by having DH on it. I don't take it because I don't want the extra nutrients. He also takes cranberry and licorice root.

[Curlyseuss]

Another BFN (using an FRER) last night on 10 dpo, after holding pee for 4 hours. I think I am out. Of course, this morning I get up and my temps keep going up. This is so frustrating. I forgot how frustrating TTC is!! KraizyDaizy, looks like you are in the same boat as me and I'm sorry!