Clomid 2014 And Beyond

[taurusmom05]

Thanks, buttercup. I hope it's in there doing what it is supposed to be doing!! I feel like I've been waiting lifetimes for baby #2. I imagine we all feel it's been so long!
What cd are you on now? Did clomid change your cycle at all?
Trying to decide if I should get robitussin or preseed...any of that stuff. Opinions?
Cd7 here...not much going on just have been preoccupied with work. Nice, as it keeps my mind off ttc so much!

 

[Buttercup77]

Thanks, buttercup. I hope it's in there doing what it is supposed to be doing!! I feel like I've been waiting lifetimes for baby #2. I imagine we all feel it's been so long!
What cd are you on now? Did clomid change your cycle at all?
Trying to decide if I should get robitussin or preseed...any of that stuff. Opinions?
Cd7 here...not much going on just have been preoccupied with work. Nice, as it keeps my mind off ttc so much!

Completely understand.

Today is cd1, go in for bw and u/s Wed. I have preseed but haven't used it yet, and never used robitussin. I've noticed a change in my cycle, af comes every 31 days.

Do you temp?

 

[taurusmom05]

I have tried temping. I sleep with my mouth open and it causes my Temps to be a bit all over the place. Lol
Typically my cycles range from 28-36 days...lately they have been 31-32 days only. Since starting met my actual bleed is only 4 days instead of 7-9 days tho!! Just wondering if the clomid would change it even more. So it seems like you will be testing closer to me this time around

 

[Buttercup77]

I have tried temping. I sleep with my mouth open and it causes my Temps to be a bit all over the place. Lol
Typically my cycles range from 28-36 days...lately they have been 31-32 days only. Since starting met my actual bleed is only 4 days instead of 7-9 days tho!! Just wondering if the clomid would change it even more. So it seems like you will be testing closer to me this time around

Hi taurusmom,

I do the same so as of Aug I started temping vag but not when af is around. Do you think Clomid is regulating your period. My cycles used to typically range 32-34 days and now its 31 days, I usually bleed for 5 days. It's possible Clomid may change it more.

I'm still struggling with metformin. It keeps my stomach upset .I may test around the 3rd week in Nov.

Have a wonderful day!

 

[SAKS]

Hi Ladies!
-Preseed is wonderful!
-Have a great day!

 

[Buttercup77]

Hi Saks,

You have a wonderful day too!

I heard Preseed is ok to use but not too much, as it can be somewhat of a "mood killer", Lol

 

[READY4MYBABY]

hi ladies, looks like clomid and i will be hanging out this month again i had super light spotting yesterday and then nothing the rest of the day, now today im spotting a bit more with mild cramps, this time last few months i was cramping badly and full on bleeding so who knows why its taking longer this time. im gonna be doing alot of bding this next cycle and pray its my month, il be turning 32 next month and cant think of anything better than a pregnancy to celebrate my bday. come on baby dust do your magic on us!!! we need a bunch of bfp's asap!!

 

[SAKS]

@Buttercup: Thank you!
P.S. I insert the preseed 15 minutes before DTD...& sometimes I use it for foreplay with him... I love preseed!
@Angie: Looks like a good plan for your birthday BFP! Keep your eyes on the prize!

 

[Buttercup77]

@Angie, good luck! FX'd for u!

@Saks, Ok cool

 

[taurusmom05]

Angie...you have a great plan! Kmfx this is your cycle! !
Saks... think I'm gonna go get some preseed tomorrow after work!
Buttercup...how long have you been taking met? I'm still struggling with it after 1.5 months.

Afm...took my last pill today!! feeling a bit crampy so that actually makes me feel happy. Lol something is going on (or is about to, anyway!)
If I O 3-10 days after my last pill...I feel good. The only thing I'm nervous about is a 2 day work trip I'm taking right in the middle of the time (cd 16-17). I'm leaving early on the 29th (7am) and won't be back til late the 30th (midnight). Think we will be OK if we bd early before I leave and as soon as I get back? This is making me want to use opks but I'm afraid it will make me even more freaked out if I get a surge the morning I leave! Dh thinks it's fine and I'm worried for nothing. Thoughts?

 

[Buttercup77]

Good morning ladies!

Hope everyone is doing well and in good spirits!

*taurusmom, congrats on finishing your last clomid pill. I've been taking metformin off/on for 2 years. It would make my tummy upset and give me headaches but since I've cut down on my sugar intake its getting better. My nurse says protein for breakfast and carbs at lunch. At times I get bad migraines and when that happens I don't take met b/c it makes things worse. What dosage do you take daily?

I'm thinking the same as you, if you are feeling something, then your body is responding to clomid. Try not to stress, everything will work out, keeping my FX'd for you

I had bw and scan done today. I start clomid tonight and go back next Thurs. I asked my doctor about the intense cramps, he said, clomid can cause more intense periods. I didn't have any cysts or anything so I took some ibuprofen so I can make it through the work day. He said my lining was thick, not sure what that means but I'm thinking that may be contributing to my intense period. I should've asked but it's so unpleasant to get scans with AF and wanted to get dressed. I'll be so glad when AF leaves.

Have a wonderful day everyone! xo

 

[taurusmom05]

Thank you, buttercup. I'm currently working my way up to 1500mg. I took 500mg for a few weeks and attempted 1000mg recently but it caused so many tummy problems. I take 1 pill at night and have been forcing myself to take one in the morning as of late!
Thank you for sharing what the nurse said about foods. I am going to try that today!!!! I'll do anything to not feel like this. Blah!

Let us know how your bw went! I imagine a thick lining is good. Your body is creating a wonderful environment for your soon-to-be baby I've also read other places that women have experienced heavier periods the cycles they used clomid. I hope this is your last one for a min. Of 9 mos, buttercup! !

Kmfx for you and praying for us all

 

[SAKS]

Yeah, TaurusMom you should be good with right before and right after.
I get my preseed from CVS!

 

[SAKS]

Thank you, Buttercup! Yes, a thick lining is good for someone in your position.
-Before my IUIs, they always looked for a thick lining.

 

[Buttercup77]

Ok, so here's another questions: since today is cd3 does a think lining really matter since its shedding? I'm kind of confused, or maybe reading into it too much. Lol!!

How are doing Ready? I hope you get a wonder birthday surprise. My birthday is in December and would LOVE a Christmas/birthday gift!!

Hi Saks, I hope you are doing well. That's the same place I got mines from. I'm going to give it a try, it can't hurt

 

[SAKS]

Well, they always looked for a thick lining before my IUI and during my follicle count.

 

[taurusmom05]

Buttercup, I would say that even tho its cd3 it's still a good thing you are shedding it now but your body is making the best environment for a baby.

How is everyone today? I'm on cd10...seems like an eternity before I get to test again but I'm enjoying this time, actually. Dh and I are so hopeful and excited this round.
Said a few extra prayers last night. I feel like this is THE cycle for us...all of us!

 

[Buttercup77]

Well, they always looked for a thick lining before my IUI and during my follicle count.

Same here, I just didn't think it mattered what the lining was during AF since it's shedding. Or maybe it's to make sure Clomid hasn't thinned my lining too much I'll ask next time.

 

[Buttercup77]

Good morning ladies!

Hope everyone is feeling well and in good spirits.

I'm feeling better today, AF is still here but no cramps!!! now she needs to go away!! I took my 1st clomid last night.

Have a good day! xo

 

[SAKS]

Thank you, TaurusMom and Buttercup!
-Have a great Thursday!