32 and TTC #1

[cutieq]

Sophina, can't wait for you to test. I'm so impatient but enjoying bd! We are gonna try to go everyday this week hopefully!

 

[Sophina]

Sophina, can't wait for you to test. I'm so impatient but enjoying bd! We are gonna try to go everyday this week hopefully!

Gah! I wish I could manage that! Boyfriend isn't that motivated. He's the one who really wants to have a baby right this minute (!), but he's not so good about the necessary BD frequency.

 

[Turtle0630]

Sophina, I bought a 2 pack of tests last cycle and used the first one at 10 dpo...which is usually way too soon anyways! I didn't want to keep buying more and more tests and spending a fortune so I decided to wait on the 2nd one until the morning before AF was due to arrive. But AF ended up arriving a day early and was there when I woke up that morning so obviously no need to test. So, I was able to get through the first cycle with only using one test! That's part of why I'm waiting so long to test this go around too...if I can manage to hold out until when AF is due to arrive or close to it, I might manage to only have to use that one test again and not have to go buy any more this cycle! Of course if it's a BFP, I'm sure I'll end up buying like 8 more just to keep confirming it! If this isn't my month, I plan on buying the ic, Amazon has them with opk's and hpt's in a package; I'll probably be testing a lot more in months going forward once I have multiples laying around the house! I just don't want to use up my last one too quickly yet.

Cutie, we actually managed that this cycle too! Well, for 4 days anyways. We managed Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. DH isn't exactly a huge fan of the all the time when he feels like it's scheduled (which I don't really blame him). So when I was trying to push EOD the first month there were times where he just really didn't feel like it. This month I tried to make it more like when we felt like it, but let's still shoot for every 2-3 days(ish)...and really concentrate more during O week. Our anniversary was this weekend so that really had more to do with the every day thing than O'ing. Which was great, because if it just had to do with trying then I think he would have been more resistant! (not that he's not excited, it just kills the mood for him when he feels like that's the reason why) He's told me that he's sore now, so I think I'm lucky I got 4 days out of him!

 

[cutieq]

I admire you for being able to only test once. I'm gonna try to wait until as close to AF as possible this cycle.

We've only gone 2 days in a row so far. Goal is 4-5. Eek! We may take a night off tonight if he wants but I hope not. I don't like scheduling but we've been trying our own way for awhile. I certainly try to keep things fun and spice it up so it's not like a chore!

 

[Turtle0630]

Honestly I think another part of the reason that I only tested once last cycle is because I'm kind of scared of seeing a BFP! Don't get me wrong...I really want this and am super excited for it to happen. But the thought of it actually happening is pretty damn scary all the same! And once you get that positive there's no going back!

Yay for 2 days in a row! I hope you can manage the 4-5 but if you need to take a night off, you should still be really good with your chances! I think they really say that EOD is just as good as every day so no worries if you need to do that. I know, it can totally take the romance out if it by scheduling it. It's definitely good to try to keep it fun and spice it up!

 

[Sophina]

Honestly I think another part of the reason that I only tested once last cycle is because I'm kind of scared of seeing a BFP! Don't get me wrong...I really want this and am super excited for it to happen. But the thought of it actually happening is pretty damn scary all the same! And once you get that positive there's no going back!

Yay for 2 days in a row! I hope you can manage the 4-5 but if you need to take a night off, you should still be really good with your chances! I think they really say that EOD is just as good as every day so no worries if you need to do that. I know, it can totally take the romance out if it by scheduling it. It's definitely good to try to keep it fun and spice it up!

Oh I definitely understand that feeling! I spent the last 10+ years trying to NOT get pregnant at all costs that it feels very strange to go about doing it on purpose. Like, that's a thing people do?!? Ha ha. I think I am mostly past the point where I feel that way though. We had our major disappointment in May and it really brought home to me how much I want it and how ready I am. I think you will feel the same!

AFM, I'm trying not to get my hopes up, because that kind of disappointment is really hard to take, but I'm feeling good about this cycle! I'm on cd 27 now, about 11 or 12 dpo. I am convinced that my poor sore boobies are different-sore than before AF, and I also think they're feeling fuller and looking different (blue veins?!). Boyfriend thinks I am nuts, but I've had them longer than he has. Also I continue to be not in the mood for coffee, which is outrageously out of character for me.

Hum. Crazy talk? I think I can't test until Friday. If AF doesn't come by then it will be cd 30 and about 14-15 dpo. Perfect!

 

[Turtle0630]

Haha, I know what you mean! It feels so weird to try to prevent for so many years and then to actually try to make it happen instead. I even said to the dr "Soooo....I just stop taking the pill...? And that's it...?" Haha!

I was talking with DH this weekend about it and although I of course knew this already, it really hit me for the first time that we're the only hope of continuing his family on either his mom or his dad's side. He's an only child, his mom has one sister who never had kids, and both grandparents on that side were only children. On his dad's side he has one cousin, but that cousin is now in his 50's and never had kids. Geez! Talk about pressure! I said I sure hope my eggies are up for the task!

So yeah, I know that I want it and that I would be super disappointed if it didn't end up happening. And I finally do feel ready for the first time ever in my life. I've always known that I wanted them but it was always "Oh God no, not yet!" But I also know I'll be scared shitless when I first see that BFP!

Ahhh!!! You're signs are sounding so good, Sophina!!!! I'm so excited for you!!! How come you're waiting to test until Friday? I'm so excited for you, I'm trying to pressure you into testing earlier! Fingers crossed so much for you that this is your month!!!!

 

[Turtle0630]

MamaBear, any more news on your end yet?

 

[cutieq]

To that point, I've spent a majority of my birthdays thinking of partying and having a drink and now I'm like what I wouldn't give to be pregnant on my birthday!!!

 

[Turtle0630]

That would be so wonderful for you!!! When is your birthday? I know it's this month, just couldn't remember which day...

 

[cutieq]

It's sept. 5th. I will test before then but I still consider it my early birthday present!

 

[Turtle0630]

Absolutely, I don't blame you! I sure hope you get your birthday BFP!!!!

 

[Sophina]

Turtle, I'm not testing till Friday for two reasons:

1) BF's parents are staying with us for a few days. His mom has medical issues and lives far from her specialist so they stay with us when they're in town for her appointments. We'd rather not tell them we're trying just yet, and we'd especially like privacy to test whether it's bfn or bfp.

2) Friday = payday!

That must be so much pressure on you to be the only ones carrying on your husband's family line! I never really thought about that because my family is huge. BF's family is smaller but his brother and sis-in-law already have three boys. We are really hoping to have the first girl though! Also, several of my cousins have kids but none of my siblings yet, so my parents are still crazy for grandbabies. We haven't told them we're trying because they're very conservative and religious and they disapprove of us not getting married first.

 

[Turtle0630]

Oh crap, I forgot about his parents staying with you! Now I remember you mentioning that, and that you were going to wait to test until they left. Sorry! Ohhhh, so exciting!

Eh, it's ok. I mean it is kind of pressure, but I think it feels more like pressure to him than it does to me. I don't know, maybe I just assume that it will happen or something, even if it takes awhile? Either way I'm thankfully not really stressing on it, it was just kind of a "whoa" moment for me the other day when I really thought about it! Awww, you're parents will be so excited when they do find out! Regardless of their thoughts on whether or not you're married yet, they won't be able to contain their excitement I bet when you tell them the good news!

 

[Sophina]

Oh crap, I forgot about his parents staying with you! Now I remember you mentioning that, and that you were going to wait to test until they left. Sorry! Ohhhh, so exciting!

Eh, it's ok. I mean it is kind of pressure, but I think it feels more like pressure to him than it does to me. I don't know, maybe I just assume that it will happen or something, even if it takes awhile? Either way I'm thankfully not really stressing on it, it was just kind of a "whoa" moment for me the other day when I really thought about it! Awww, you're parents will be so excited when they do find out! Regardless of their thoughts on whether or not you're married yet, they won't be able to contain their excitement I bet when you tell them the good news!

I hope so, I'm kind of worried about it. They were real frosty when we moved in together. They refused to help me move or even to go to dinner with us for months.

 

[Turtle0630]

Oh wow. I'm so sorry! That must have been super hard and stressful for you. I still have faith though...what grandparent wouldn't love their new adorable grandbaby?!

 

[MamaBear23]

Hello ladies, sorry I've been away for a bit! We are actually out of town for the week for vacation at my in-laws house. I would expect AF today or tomorrow but haven't really gotten much yet. Had a microscopic amount of spotting and was a little crampy yesterday morning. Haven't tested again yet cause I don't want to be disappointed! I have been pretty busy so I'm not obsessing, and just trying to wait it out! Hoping you guys are doing well!

 

[Turtle0630]

Hello ladies, sorry I've been away for a bit! We are actually out of town for the week for vacation at my in-laws house. I would expect AF today or tomorrow but haven't really gotten much yet. Had a microscopic amount of spotting and was a little crampy yesterday morning. Haven't tested again yet cause I don't want to be disappointed! I have been pretty busy so I'm not obsessing, and just trying to wait it out! Hoping you guys are doing well!

Ohhh, FX that those are just implantation cramping and spotting!!! Glad you're able to keep yourself distracted for the time being, and hope you're enjoying your vacation! Keep us posted!

 

[JoyofMyLife]

Hi ladies, sorry I've been MIA. Just trying to give my mind a break from TTC since I have to give my body a break for the next two months. I've enjoyed catching up on all your posts and look forward to hearing the results of your upcoming tests!

So my DH and I went to the RE today to get the results of our tests and everything came out great. DH's sperm analysis was A+ and my ovaries and eggies are in good shape. The doc thinks I might not be ovulating properly and that's what's causing the spotting so he's going to put me on a low dose of clomid in Oct. when we're ready to start trying again. I'm relieved and hopeful that we'll finally get our BFP in the next few months.

In the meantime, I hope you ladies don't mind me sticking around on the site and checking in from time to time. I really enjoy following all of your stories and living vicariously through all of you. I really hope to see some BFPs on this site in the upcoming weeks. FX for all of you! ��

 

[Sophina]

Hi ladies, sorry I've been MIA. Just trying to give my mind a break from TTC since I have to give my body a break for the next two months. I've enjoyed catching up on all your posts and look forward to hearing the results of your upcoming tests!

So my DH and I went to the RE today to get the results of our tests and everything came out great. DH's sperm analysis was A+ and my ovaries and eggies are in good shape. The doc thinks I might not be ovulating properly and that's what's causing the spotting so he's going to put me on a low dose of clomid in Oct. when we're ready to start trying again. I'm relieved and hopeful that we'll finally get our BFP in the next few months.

In the meantime, I hope you ladies don't mind me sticking around on the site and checking in from time to time. I really enjoy following all of your stories and living vicariously through all of you. I really hope to see some BFPs on this site in the upcoming weeks. FX for all of you! ��

Joy that sounds really promising! I know that SA results must be a relief to you. I know several people who have had good (quick!) results with clomid too.

Mamabear, I'm keeping FX for you.

My AF is due tomorrow. It's also pay day and testing day!