AF on 20th - Anyone else?

[Pne1985]

Thanks so much London! It's not until 3pm and it's only 8:15am here so I have a little wait but my brother is coming in from another town so we will chat and then I have some errands to run before I go so it will come fast. I'm kind of nervous actually.

Are you still crampy today or has it eased up? I hope you got a good night's sleep!
I need you to teach me to fight the urge to test for in the future! Haha

 

[London Kiwi]

Im still a bit crampy. its weird as its quite constant but very very mild. Its bound to be AF... but fingers crossed its not.
I've checked back on my Ovia app and on CD23 the past couple of months i've noted that i've got sore boobs, but havent experienced this yet this month.
I dont want to obsess over symptom spotting, and I keep telling myself thats its going to be a BFN if I test... so i'll just play the waiting game. Again!
3pm will fly around. Great that you get to see your brother, do you see alot of each other?

 

[Pne1985]

Does AF cramps usually start that early? That's good that your boobs are different, that definitely could be a good sign! Not much longer until you have to wait though, which is nice!

Everything went great. I will post a picture. Baby is measuring a week ahead which is probably right since I knew ovulation happened earlier than the typical 14 day. I was soo nervous but my doctor is awesome and he tried getting your mind off of anything bad!

And actually they just moved closer to us. They used to live in new York and he got a different job so they are only an hour and a half. So that will be nice! He is 20 years older than me but we still are pretty close. I have 5 other brother also so there is never a dull moment! Haha

 

[Pne1985]

Here it is. I will get a better picture next week at the specialist.

 

[stickylizard]

Hi ladies!! Pne look at that tiny bean how many weeks and days does that make you? Looks like about 8-9? London!! What are you now? 9dpo?? EEEEEEEEEP!!! I am excited... I got my BFP!!

It has been a little crazy because my kids have suspected threadworm and so we got some mebendazole to treat the whole family... I thought I had better just test to make sure I was not pregnant because you can't take the meds in pregnancy. I was reluctant because I was only 9dpo but I had a First Response so I tried it, was about 10pm. And bam! Very very faint BFP! I got another pack and tested Monday 10pm and yesterday 10pm and the line is darker, I will try to get on the laptop to show you later :]

I am now in bed with an awful cold and headache, we went out most of yesterday because I booked a 6 hour deep clean of the house to hopefully eliminate any worm eggs - these little things are harmless but they are itchy and sooooo gross! The eggs are microscopic and the kids just spread them around We have been showering multiple times a day, washing towels after one use, bedding also, cut all the kids nails and every single time they use the toilet we've assisted with nailbrushing and checking poop for worms (not sure how long it takes for the meds to work and kill the things) but we have to keep up this hygiene for at least 2 weeks because that is how long eggs can survive for!!

Urgh. Sorry this is probably way TMI, as I can't have the meds I am on no sugar, no caffeine, high alkaline diet taking garlic pills and diatomaceous earth! Hate the thought of a worm living inside me :[

ANYWAY enough of that!

Come on London, get that BFP! And I am beginning to think Rose may have left us for good, I hope she is doing ok though.

I'll be checking back for news from you all soon xxx

 

[London Kiwi]

OMG Sticky - thats such amazing news - you must be absolutely delighted!! Im so happy for you!
....not about the worming situation, I hope that gets sorted asap! doing that much washing for such a big family must be a full time job!

Pne - Yay im glad things went well, and look at that little bean! so exciting.
6 brothers!! Thats alot of men! any sisters?

My god I need that BFP! I actually thought this morning that I might be out this month AGAIN. I dunno. I feel like AF is on her way. Ive kinda had constant very mild stomach cramps for a couple of days now. This is rather unusual for me but at the same time I dont feel like its a good thing either.

We shall wait and see!
Im around 9DPO today.
Im half tempted to get a FRER & test tomorrow morning just so I know that im out and dont keep hold of that little bit of hope, then on the other hand I dont want to break my good record of not testing as I bet i'll end up being a piss on the stick addict afterwards!

I do think about Rose, I bet she's checking back in every now and then... hi Rose!

 

[Pne1985]

Sticky!! That's is amazing news! I am so happy for you. You two really know how to get things done! Haha. You should be a conception coach! Are you feeling well so far?
And that worm situation, would be awful!! I can't imagine how much you have on your plate right now. Is there a minute you get to sit down? My dog had worms last year and how I found out, is I found little bits of them on the floor!! I was mortified!

London, you're going to get your bfp! I think it's good that how you're feeling isn't the same as a regular cycle. And when you're TTC, I think it's normal to have that doubt with just a little bit of hope.

Yea, it's pretty exciting. I am so glad that the first ultrasound is done and I know things are good so far. I think I was extremely nervous since last year when I went in for my ultrasound, it was nothing but disappointment. Now, just praying that the rest of my pregnancy goes smoothly and we have a healthy baby. They measured the babe to be 8weeks 5days. Which is a week ahead of what they originally thought. But probably because of early ovulation. Next week, they will give me a more accurate due date. Right now, it is 5 days after our son's birthday!

Yes I hope Rose is well!!

 

[London Kiwi]

Aggh ladies, im so confused!!
I think AF has arrived early. I'm not sure...
Im only CD24, AF is like clockwork for me, CD28 with a bit of spotting on CD27.
Ive been feeling a bit off for past couple of days with AF type cramps & turns out that might be because she's about to arrive.
I went to the toilet before and there was a bit of spotting on the toilet paper but I feel its not implantation that its going to turn into AF.
Guess i'll wait out the next few hours and see.
God damn her!! I know its her but imagine if it wasnt!
I guess on a good note if its her and she's early it means my next O day is closer... every cloud and all

 

[London Kiwi]

Sticky!! That's is amazing news! I am so happy for you. You two really know how to get things done! Haha. You should be a conception coach! Are you feeling well so far?
And that worm situation, would be awful!! I can't imagine how much you have on your plate right now. Is there a minute you get to sit down? My dog had worms last year and how I found out, is I found little bits of them on the floor!! I was mortified!

London, you're going to get your bfp! I think it's good that how you're feeling isn't the same as a regular cycle. And when you're TTC, I think it's normal to have that doubt with just a little bit of hope.

Yea, it's pretty exciting. I am so glad that the first ultrasound is done and I know things are good so far. I think I was extremely nervous since last year when I went in for my ultrasound, it was nothing but disappointment. Now, just praying that the rest of my pregnancy goes smoothly and we have a healthy baby. They measured the babe to be 8weeks 5days. Which is a week ahead of what they originally thought. But probably because of early ovulation. Next week, they will give me a more accurate due date. Right now, it is 5 days after our son's birthday!

Yes I hope Rose is well!!

Oh yay pne!!!
8 weeks 5 days and growing So exciting for you!

 

[Pne1985]

Aggh ladies, im so confused!!
I think AF has arrived early. I'm not sure...
Im only CD24, AF is like clockwork for me, CD28 with a bit of spotting on CD27.
Ive been feeling a bit off for past couple of days with AF type cramps & turns out that might be because she's about to arrive.
I went to the toilet before and there was a bit of spotting on the toilet paper but I feel its not implantation that its going to turn into AF.
Guess i'll wait out the next few hours and see.
God damn her!! I know its her but imagine if it wasnt!
I guess on a good note if its her and she's early it means my next O day is closer... every cloud and all

Totally could be implantation!! Especially if she is super early and that's not usual for you. I am getting my hopes up for you! Let us know if it gets to be any more or if it stops. And if so, I would be testing Friday! Fingers crossed!!

 

[London Kiwi]

I can only hope Pne!!
But I am not getting my hopes up....too much I feel like its genuine AF cramps.
As you said, it could be IB as its very early, cant say i've ever had a cycle this short. I'll keep you posted!
x

 

[London Kiwi]

Still spotting... I think its AF - still have that teeny tiny glimmer of hope that it might not be, but I think it is - Damn her!

I wont let it get to me though, we have the next cycle just around the corner, and even closer now if AF has come early!

I have been tested and the doctor said everything is fine with me so its up to him now, he's off for a semen analysis whether he likes it or not! he's made an appointment for Monday. Dont think he's too happy about it. Poor bloke haha.

 

[Pne1985]

Yea, I wouldn't let go of that little bit of hope. It's not over until she fully arrives and like you said, if or when she does, you are already on the start of a new beginning.
Well that's good for you. Yea I couldn't imagine how awkward it would be. But I do know here, you can do it at home but have so long to get it back to the facility and you have to keep it warm. Our brother in law had to go through it! How long have you guys been TTC?

Is the spotting staying the same color? Keep us updated!

 

[London Kiwi]

We have been TTC since around April. Never been pregnant before and im old. haha. But as I said, had all the tests and everything seems fine. The Doctor did tell me that up until we have been trying for a year shes not that concerned.
We thought we'd do the sperm analysis just incase. I was thinking of maybe doing one of the at-home kits first... but in the UK its about £30 for a decent one and the doctor is free so think i'll just make him go to the Doctor!

So there are very few cramps, its just been a constant mild dull feeling for about 3 days and then a little bit of spotting. Its not there all the time, and only very light when I wipe.

I dunno, all very confusing!!
I feel (judging from my history) if it was AF surely it would be heavier by now?
But then i've started second guessing myself and wondering if its like this every month and i havent noticed (unlikely I know!)
AF isnt due till Sunday so I wouldnt have expected spotting until Saturday... she's playing a very cruel game with me i think!!

Maybe i'll test tomorrow if she has come fully? What do you think?

 

[London Kiwi]

I've just read over this and now im telling myself that I can feel cramps and its definitely AF and not to be so ridiculous and just wait until Sunday.
This def messes with ones head haha

 

[Pne1985]

Well at least you know you're fine. And it doesn't hurt o get him tested. I think they say for the average couple to conceive is 6 months-1 year. It even took us 6 months after 2 pregnancies. It is frustrating no matter what but at least it hasn't been years for you guys.

I would test tomorrow if she hasn't come full blown because they say 48hours after implantation, you can get a bfp, so if it started yesterday, and it's not the witch, surely you can get a faint line!! I'm nervous for you!! Eeek!! Haha

 

[London Kiwi]

Maybe I'll see what the situation is when I wake up... And maybe test. Right now I'm just a bit confused. I still assume it's AF on her way as I've got the mild cramps but there is next to no blood, just a tiny bit when I wipe. I've given up trying to guess haha.... I'll see what the morning brings and let you know! 😊

 

[London Kiwi]

Nothing much to report today... no AF, didnt test as I felt quite crampy when I woke up. There was no spotting this morning which was even more confusing. Feel quite crampy/bloated at the moment so think she'll be here by the end of the day - damn her!!

 

[Pne1985]

London, test!!! That's even better that she isn't here and there is no spotting. This just doesn't seem anywhere close to your regular cycles! And I think it's pretty common to feel the same way around the time af is due so I don't think that's a sign of anything. Haha

 

[London Kiwi]

I just dont want to be disappointed as i've totally convinced myself that she's on the way - hmmm.... ok, well i'll cut you a deal! if there's still no sign of anything by the time I leave work today i'll go buy a FRER and do it in the morning - deal?!