**December SnowFlakes Testing Group**(praying for Christmas BFPs)

[josephine3]

So I'm only 4dpo and call me crazy but I'm having symptoms.. Still sore boobs, mild cramping and this morning some nausea, that kind of hungry-sicky feeling. Extra hungry and a 'full' feeling in the uterus area. I know I can't realistically be having symptoms this early but.. I feel like I am. My opks have been fairly dark since ov too and they usually go really light after. I don't want to get my hopes up but can't help it!

 

[S_Dowd]

@Ellybean I think it looks a tad darker today, and it's easier to see pink in today's test as well.

@jellybeanxx I totally see what you see, but I've been burned by blue dye tests in the past. Can I just say how sad it is that we can't trust these tests to accurately tell us if we are pregnant, even though that's literally their one job!

@josephine3 I've been having symptoms since 4 dpo, too, and I said the same thing! I hope it's a good sign for you!!!

10 dpo today and a BFN on the stupid tests that I hate, don't trust, and am just trying to use up.
I'm still nauseous, emotional/moody, my nipples are sensitive, my sleep patterns are changing just like they did when I was actually pregnant (waking up super early for no reason ugh!), and I can smell everything. I have some flowers by my bed and they smell so strong.

But with another BFN, I'm starting to think I'm out. Even with all these symptoms, I'm just thinking my hormones may be off. I know I'm not officially out until AF, but my hopes are really dwindling. The only tiny sliver of hope I have is my hatred and distrust of these tests. But if the new ones are also BFN it feels like that will be the final nail in the coffin for this cycle.

 

[sallyhansen76]

I'm sorry your feeling out @S_Dowd. Maybe those tests really are not that great.
I ve got everything crossed for you.

 

[josephine3]

Thanks for making me feel less crazy @S_Dowd x

 

[S_Dowd]

Thanks for making me feel less crazy @S_Dowd x

I look at it this way, the symptoms are real. We aren't making them up. We just don't know what is causing them yet. Because we have rising progesterone levels during every TWW regardless of if we get pregnant or not. And progesterone is terrible and can cause tons of pregnancy symptoms. But the symptoms themselves are absolutely real. But only time will tell what is causing them. I wish it was like in the Sims and you would get fireworks over your head immediately after sex if you got pregnant. Wouldn't that be nice lol!

 

[sallyhansen76]

LOL @S_Dowd tooo funny the Sim's! God no TWW! That is the dream!!

 

[jellybeanxx]

@S_Dowd that sims comment has me creased! I wish it was like that!
Spot on about the progesterone, I think a lot of early pregnancy symptoms are actually progesterone and we assign it to pregnancy in hindsight after a successful cycle. Knowing that doesn’t stop my mad symptom spotting though and I do wonder if progesterone staying higher in pregnancy is what makes the symptoms stronger. It’s an interesting one!

I’m off to my 5 year olds dance show, I’ll probably test afterwards and have just remembered that I tested positive the first time with my youngest after getting home from my eldest’s dance festival so hoping it’s a good luck charm for me

 

[sallyhansen76]

Ouu interesting! Going to patiently (Impatiently) await your next test!

 

[S_Dowd]

@S_Dowd that sims comment has me creased! I wish it was like that!
Spot on about the progesterone, I think a lot of early pregnancy symptoms are actually progesterone and we assign it to pregnancy in hindsight after a successful cycle. Knowing that doesn’t stop my mad symptom spotting though and I do wonder if progesterone staying higher in pregnancy is what makes the symptoms stronger. It’s an interesting one!

I’m off to my 5 year olds dance show, I’ll probably test afterwards and have just remembered that I tested positive the first time with my youngest after getting home from my eldest’s dance festival so hoping it’s a good luck charm for me

That's a good point! In an unsuccessful cycle, progesterone should peak at 7dpo and then slowly start dropping. But if you are pregnant, it should stay up and increase. So that very well could increase symptoms. It's just impossible to know and it drives me crazy lol.

Good luck on your test later! I can't wait to see it! And how are your mouth ulcers doing? Have they gotten better?

I currently have my FMU still sitting in a cup waiting for my new tests to arrive

 

[S_Dowd]

Ouu interesting! Going to patiently (Impatiently) await your next test!

How are you feeling Sally?

 

[sallyhansen76]

I'm starting to feel a little more confident, I've had good progression on the tests for the last three days (you can see them in my journal if you wanna look at tests ) and after so many early losses I'm feeling good.

Still haven't told OH. don't plan to do so for a little while.
Symptom wise, not really much to report honestly. Breasts are heavier, having sleep issues (waking up constantly during the night) but otherwise feel normal.
13 dpo today so AF due tomorrow.

 

[HopefulPony]

Good luck to all those testing!

 

[S_Dowd]

I'm starting to feel a little more confident, I've had good progression on the tests for the last three days (you can see them in my journal if you wanna look at tests ) and after so many early losses I'm feeling good.

Still haven't told OH. don't plan to do so for a little while.
Symptom wise, not really much to report honestly. Breasts are heavier, having sleep issues (waking up constantly during the night) but otherwise feel normal.
13 dpo today so AF due tomorrow.

Oh I'm so glad your tests are progressing and you're feeling so positive! Yay!!! I don't know how you've managed to keep this to yourself?!?!?! It's impossible for me to keep any secrets from DH. The second I see him I just have to tell him everything lol I feel like the secret will just explode out of me if I don't say it. Hahahaha. Plus I have no poker face. He would know immediately something was up with me. But I completely understand you wanting to be cautious. I'm just completely incapable of doing that, so I'm thoroughly impressed by your restraint!

 

[sallyhansen76]

@S_Dowd You would be surprised. I am generally horrible too! He reads me like no ones business and I am terrible at keeping secrets!!

Example I bought hockey tickets for him and my son for christmas telling myself 'DON'T SAY ANYTHING'. He came into the room and he knew literally within minutes.

This feels different. It seems easier because I still disconnected. I know I am pregnant but have yet to imagine myself holding a newborn. And since it doesn't feel real yet, it's easy to keep it to myself. At least for now. Perhaps once I start feeling symptoms that might change. Who knows.

 

[Suggerhoney]

Hi ladies
I’m sorry I’ve not been on but as I already new at 8dpo I Was going to be out with the zero symptoms and temp drop.
I am out for this cycle again. So onto cycle 11 for me when AF shows up in a few days.
My chart is definitely not a pregnancy chart and all tests have been BFN including today 11dpo.
I know folks will say not out untill AF etc but when ever I am pregnant I always always always have lines by 10dpo at the very latest.
I’ve tested with many different brands and all BFN.
I’m feeling very low and so disappointed I am out again.
It’s been 7 months since I last fell pregnant with the one I lost in June. And no pregnancy at all so my fertility has definitely declined alot.
And with my 43rd a matter of days away now I’m pretty sure a rainbow baby just isn’t going to happen this time around.
Feeling so shit tbh.
I probably won’t be on here very much. AF. Should be here by 17dpo at the latest and then providing I do ovulate, that should be around Christmas.
I will pop on here and there. But will be more active when AF is out the door and I’m close to ovulation again: or I get my peak.

No Christmas BFP for me

but congratulations to all those that did get there BFPs and to those still waiting to test.

@NightFlower
I am absolutely devastated for you right now. I really really thought this was definitely it for you. Is the bleeding heavy love? Clutching at straws it’s implantation bleeding.
If it is AF. Am truly so so sorry.
I know you will be totally broken by this.
Sending so much love your way.

 

[Suggerhoney]

Here is my chart now

 

[jellybeanxx]

@Suggerhoney take all the time you need lovely, enjoy some time with your family and come back to it refreshed. Sometimes a bit of head space from TTC is exactly what we need!

 

[foxyloxy28]

@Suggerhoney Sorry to hear you’re feeling out and low. It’s so hard month after month. Hopefully you can enjoy your birthday and get some Xmas bd in for good measure. Take some time for yourself lovely

 

[mbrew180]

@tdog, I am so happy for you. H&H 9 months!

 

[mbrew180]

@Suggerhoney I know it may not be any comfort, but I'm sorry. I am sending all the love and hugs your way.