TTC #3

[Sallycinnamon_]

I took a digital test and it was positive so I’m taking this as my BFP. I’m in shock because I’ve been prepared by doctors for years to anticipate struggles with falling pregnant due to my endo and I’m so lucky to have ovulated only 3 weeks off the pill.

So just some stats - I ovulated on CD20, I got BFNs on 8 and 9DPO and currently I just have very sensitive boobs and cramps. I got a touch of pale pink spotting but that’s it. I’ll lurk around on this thread a bit longer since I’m nervous about it sticking and just a bit nervy in general but fingers crossed!!

Congratulations

 

[Clickbait]

Sorry to jump on this but I had my first jab on 22nd April and my latest period has been so weird? I usually differ slightly each month but this last AF has been so weird!? Very on and off and only 4 days! I didn’t even think to relate it to the jab! Anyone else had issues?

Mine has arrived early (4 days) and I’m usually like clockwork (had jab at the end of last week).

 

[Louk]

Have you recently had the covid vaccine? A lot of my friends had strange periods after theirs (and I hadn’t had a period in 6 months but got one after vaccines)

Is this really a thing? I'm wanting to come home so I was thinking of having the Janssen vaccine this week, get it over and done with. If they ask me if I'm pregnant, I'll have to lie, there's no way they will give it to someone who answers "I don't know".
But at 42, I can't afford to wait 8 weeks between shots, I can't afford to have dodgy periods or a messed up cycle. I'm seriously running out of time.
I don't really want the vaccine, but my lungs are quite weak (nothing medical, I'm just a bit pathetic about fighting off a cold) so I really should have a vaccine because I'll be even weaker pregnant

 

[Smallpotato]

Would anyone like some easy at home tests? I know they are quite expensive for something you essentially piss on

 

[Fauxphiehinchcliffe]

I'll see if I survive the football tonight and if everything is good, try to get something pink tomorrow. Guess it serves me right for being cheap the waiting is KILLING me!!!

You can get them on Amazon prime for next day delivery

 

[Ohflogoff]

Oooh I’m not sure flogoff, I’ve never messaged anyone on here

I am using the cheapy internet ones too, but don’t trust my own eyes haha so the cb is a good confirmation I feel as you can’t fluke a solid smiley

Ah man. If you figure it out, send me a message please. I’ve a random q for you x

I can totally relate to the lines. I liked the CB way better as I knew exactly when to bonk. So romantic

 

[cecedoon]

Thanks hun. Would you say cd18 is late ovulation?xx

Depends on your cycle length I think, I ovulated CD20 this time, CD22 last time. My cycle varies from 28-38 days.

 

[noseynopinions]

I always found flo and Premom completely out of sync with each other! Not sure which one is more accurate but I’ve stuck with pre-mom so I could monitor my OPK’s easier!

I’m not doing any of them now though as I was starting to get a bit obsessive and it was taking over my life

Always good to know where your body is up to!

I use Premom along with the strips and also Fertility Friend is quite awesome

 

[pinkstock]

I’m using the easy at home ovulation strips with the Premom app, I’m almost finished the strips. does any one know if cheaper brands work or do they have to be easy at home to be compatible with the app?

I tried the boots own brand but didn’t find them as good as the easy at home ones. They were inconsistent (tried testing multiple ones in same wee to compare!!) and easy at home gave a clearer reading. But if budget is an issue there is an ‘other’ tab in Premom xx

 

[grumpycat]

I took a test today and it’s positive. Where’s @Sailorontheseasea??

Biggest congratulations!!!

 

[Lolxx]

Hi Girlies
After 7 days of testing twice a day and getting flashing smileys this evening I finally got a peak (did get a flashy this morning).
I bought some cheap ovulation strips too, the one next to the clear blue I took the same time but it’s negative?
The one at the bottom I took this morning but had a flashing smiley?
Do you think the Clear blue will be the best accurate?
Thank you for your help xx

 

[grumpycat]

Hey everyone,

Ive had a little break from ttc threads since my last AF. Sometimes my mind needs it.
10dpo though so it's approaching again... I know it will very much most likely be heartbreak again so I'm sure I'll be on here in tears in a few days as you are the ones who understand!

So husbands sperm anaylsis came back as low on the morphology (the shape /form of the sperm I think) . The paperwork hadn't been filled in properly though so they say they cannot say if its actually okay as it depends when he last came (sorry tmi) could be 2 weeks ago or 2 days ago for all they know they said... The morphology would obviously be different for however long it's been. I mean it said not to do anything for 3-5days so we didn't (luckily not the fertile window) so it was in the right time frame. So I do wonder if its correct that morphology Is low and not just to do with the paperwork error. Apparently drinking can affect this and he does drink each evening. It can be reversed. So he's trying to be healthier. His sperm count was high which so great. I was very upset at having to do it again. I know that's irrational but I already feel behind at only being at this stage when we about to go into cycle 18, and now we have to re do this before I can even be referred to a clinic... Then the waiting list.
We also had a nightmare even getting the results as the clinic and gp both denied having them for days and just wouldn't listen for a bit. We had to fight for them. I think part of my upset was this whole thing feels like a losing battle!

Found out a close friend is pregnant. Hard to hear as it is but when it wasnt planned and they'd only been together a few weeks... Its so hard to take. I am happy for her and anyone, but it is so hard.

Sorry to sound all sad and low. I'm actually not right now, just updating and I know you guys will understand any hard times in this journey.

Congratulations to all the BFPs the last couple of weeks x x

I’m so sorry the analysis has left you with more questions than answers. It makes sense that they asked him to wait a few days before the sample but then it sounds like they contradicted themselves saying it could have been 2 days or 2 weeks?!
My understanding is that the longer a man goes without ejaculating then the more damaged sperm become but I only read that on the internet so it might not be true!

it sounds like a horrible hard battle with the clinic and the GP - if they denied having the results for x days could that have harmed the sample? I’m not trying to provide false hope but it sounds as if they’ve been bloody terrible and nothing like I’ve heard of anyone’s encounter of sperm sample. I thought they had to be analysed almost ASAP after the sample was provided!

please call them up and express how upset and frustrated they are and that you need confirmation on what happened and the results. This is incredibly unfair on you and fertility is so important the results need to be clear and concise. Sending so much love x

 

[cecedoon]

Hi everyone, just catching up on the thread as I’m new here

just wanted to get some advice if you don’t mind, can anyone see a second line here? I’ve just taken a test as I have no signs but I just don’t feel RIGHT. can’t put my finger on it but hoping you ladies will know what I mean!!

I don’t think there is a line but there more I stare the more I wonder if I can see one? I’m probably going mad. My partner is out, I did WhatsApp him but I’m getting impatient

EDIT: Okay the more I look there is clearly nothing there. Sorry I feel silly now

I can’t see a line from the photos, how many days late are you? Is that with first morning urine? I’ve Never used boots test before so I don’t know how sensitive they are.

 

[moggie96]

Thanks hun. Would you say cd18 is late ovulation?xx

It depends how long your cycles usually are but I think only around cd21 is considered late in a 28 day cycle. I think I read the general rule of thumb is that if your luteal phase is less than 8 days then late ovulation can be an issue because it isn’t long enough for implantation etc xx

 

[Mel17]

Hi everyone! I need some help! I have posted my 3 OPKs bottom one is from last Tuesday, middle is Thursday and top one was Saturday.. I know I should have taken these every day but I just haven’t had the time etc and I’m no longer working from home so back in the office! I give up temping as I’m a very restless sleeper and I’m up with my little boy through the night for toilet runs! Suppose I want to know if people think my peak was Thursday? Or round about then? I’m not an expert on these things btw! Thanks you xxxx

Forgot to attach lol... here they are xx

 

[JLXRD]

Soooooo I said I wasn't going to track ovulation as it's not something I've ever done, but Dr has recommended I do since I'm not waiting for AF between the chemical and trying again.

Apparently it can mess up your cycle and when you ovulate. I'm usually pretty regular, cycle days 28/29 and usually feel what I think is ovulation around day 16ish.

I've bought the clearblue ones and [email protected] one says first urine and the other says from 10am-8pm?! So confusing.

I use the clearblue in the morning then if I can I’ll do a cheapy OPK in the evening. If it looks like that is getting dark (compared with the previous day) then I’ll retest in the evening with clearblue to make sure I don’t miss the peak on it, but I only use both because testing twice a day on CB would be so pricey and I have a relatively short surge and don’t want to miss it.

You don’t need both, but if it’s your first cycle tracking it might be worth it just in case you also have quite a short surge. Good luck

 

[Alexaj]

Hi, I'm fairly regular with my cycle. I've had both doses and looking at my app it looks like my periods were longer than usual and cycle a few days out. But nothing I even noticed at the time and regulated themselves pretty quickly!

 

[begaphobia]

does your cervical mucas change to egg white consistency too?

It does only detect a surge and ovulation is only ever confirmed by BBT. So, your body could hear up to O but might not. How long is your cycle and what day does CB say you would O and what day do you think you would?

Thanks so much for replying, yes it would tend to be egg white consistency a week later than my peak opk result. So CB would typically show a peak around CD14 but I would have the sharp pains around CD22. My cycles tend to be 29 or 30 days. I do have a BBT thermometer but I’ve only started it the last few days. How do you know when you’ve ovulated - does your temperature remain higher or does it drop? It’s all so complex.

 

[Louk]

Thanks! I did and the new doctor seems so much better. She’s booked me in for a scan, another blood test and said if we can’t find an answer after this I’ll have to see a specialist. She said “how do you feel about your weight” which I thought was very nice, i said everything I felt. Thanks for the support! 🤍

This is fantastic news, I'm so pleased she listened to you and seems to have a game plan. Hoping things work out for you x

 

[Alexaj]

Yes I preferred Premom too.