18dpo, still no AF, confused....

[runner311]

Okay, here is my situation, curious if anyone has been in a similiar situation or can provide any insight.

Used CBE digital OPK and got a smiley on CD13. (i usually O anytime from 13-17 days into my cycle). I temp but stopped temping due to my husband and I selling our house, lots of packing, moving, etc so on little sleep. So I took a few weeks off temping which unfortunately didnt help me to follow my cycle like I usually do.

Today is officially 18dpo and still no AF. My LP is usually 15 days. I tested on 15dpo with a BFN! I went and bought more tests today to try again. I do have some cramping, very similiar to AF, but not as bad. I havent had any spotting at all but tender breasts. No water weight gain like usual for AF either.

Question I have is I know that stress can delay ovulation but was told by OBGYN that your LP is usually the same regardless of stress. I am scared to test, this is our 7th month trying, getting disapointed at the BFN's. Since I am at 18 days past I can test at anytime of day as long as I hold it for a few hours right?

Anyone have any opinions/insight on my situation?

Thanks ladies!

 

[Vixious]

Have you had any other symptoms except a missed period? AF is due today for me. I've had all sorts of symptoms including AF cramps, I'm hoping AF is not on her way.

Good luck to you. *baby dust*

 

[runner311]

Not really, 2 days late, cramping and I guess some mood swings but that is normal around this time of month. I hope AF is not on her way, but if she is then there is always next month. good luck to you!

 

[preg_pilot]

I´m at the exact same place as you are.
5 days late though. (short cycle).
Same symptoms.
Testing in the morning.

You might be pregnant. Sometimes a home pregnancy test doesn´t work for the first few weeks.

fingers crossed for you (and me)

 

[runner311]

Tested this afternoon and BFN. Guess I will play the waiting game for AF.

 

[Vixious]

I'm guessing AF came then I doubt you'll come back to this thread but you never know, lol. I hope you conceive soon. May was my month, I'm now 13 weeks today.