Early 30's TTC #1

[mrsmax]

Isobel - sounds possible. Test again or use a FRER test as they are most reliable.

MrsPTCC - that's fab news. Such a relief and yay for getting a referral. Remind me - how long have you beein ttc?

Hukunamatata - I temp and use OPKs. I find temping dead easy - I tend to wake up about 6.30 every morning and simply take my temp as soon as I wake up. I use fertilityfriend so I dont have to do the calculations.

Off on holiday tomorrow for a week so should be the easiest TWW ever!!

Staying positive this month for my BFP

Happy weekend everyone.

 

[Crumbs]

Hello girls...

My period is to come in 5 or 6 days. I did an early pregnancy test this morning and on the instructions it says that if there is a really faint line, it means that you are pregnant. I tried the test this morning and there is a really faint pink line but not all the way...its just a little – short line... dont know if i explained well.... what do you think girls??????????

Whoa! They say a line is a line is a positive! But to be certain, you should check again in 2 days to see if it's darker. FX for you!

 

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Hi ladies, an update from me. DH SA results came back & they're fine! I also checked with the Dr if its really 16months like I was told by the nurse practitioner/Dr & he said as I'm 30 I can get checked whenever!! Woop woop! I'm gonna see what happens this month then might get myself referred! Hope everyone's well x x

Yay!!! Congrats on your results! Good luck on your referral, I hope you get a nice and helpful doctor. Let us know how it goes!

Hey guys, quick question because you've been TTC and temping for a while, is it best to take your temp first thing every morning? Do you guys temp or do you just get the OPK's? OPK's seem easier than temping all the time. I just got my BBT thermometer but haven't used it yet.

How I used to do it: DH was in charge of sticking the thermometer in my mouth every morning. It really worked for me back then because DH had regular schedule and woke-up at the same time every morning. Temping seems like a big pain at first but you really get used to it and start to think nothing of it. It really helps if someone else does it for you and you can just continue snoozing!

But you really have to take it before you do anything. You shouldn't go to the bathroom, or anything. It's supposed to be your temp at rest, so ideally, you should roll-over, turn off your alarm and in the same sweep, stick the thermometer in your mouth while still half asleep. It should also be taken at the same time everyday. Once you get used to charting, you'll see a difference in temp by checking just 30-mins early or late.

Also, try to remember that it's used more for a longer scale comparison. So individual temps do not mean as much as seeing the complete cycle.

(Yes, this all comes from someone that's stopped charting ... haha... but when I did it, it really eased my worries about how regular I was or if my LH was short and whatnot). I intend to continue charting again next cycle.

 

[Isabel209]

Hello girls...

My period is to come in 5 or 6 days. I did an early pregnancy test this morning and on the instructions it says that if there is a really faint line, it means that you are pregnant. I tried the test this morning and there is a really faint pink line but not all the way...its just a little – short line... dont know if i explained well.... what do you think girls??????????

Whoa! They say a line is a line is a positive! But to be certain, you should check again in 2 days to see if it's darker. FX for you!

but the line is a bit strange because its only a little short line.. its not a long line all the way... could that be possible on a test? i am trying again tomorrow and will post the result xxx

 

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CD 27 and I had really bad cramps 2 days ago. It's funny how just the slightest bit of "change" can suddenly give "meaning". A few days before that I was hoping for to come so I can start painting!

It's no wonder that TTC can make a girl go crazy!

Isabel209, how are you doing? Did you test again? Fx for you!

 

[hopefulmama2b]

hello girlies

i am in my TWW and i am really excited to test... still have 5 days to wait

I read about your BFN on another thread. Sorry to hear that. IC's are cruel sometimes and bring false hope. Doesn't mean I don't use them every now and then! But I try my hardest to wait a little longer and use a FRER. Good luck next month.

I'll try temping again next month.:

Good! I like stalking your guys' charts! Keeps me from staring at mine all the time!

How are you doing Hopefulmama? How's everyone else? I hope the silence is a good sign

I am doing good. I just got back from spending the weekend with my inlaws for a baby shower. I was proud of myself- no tears all weekend while I was there! Only shed a couple as I was leaving Sunday. Baby showers are so hard for me sometimes... Especially since I was alone with DH's family all weekend, while he stayed at home and worked. Over all very fun weekend though. I'm glad I didn't cancel!

Hi ladies, an update from me. DH SA results came back & they're fine! I also checked with the Dr if its really 16months like I was told by the nurse practitioner/Dr & he said as I'm 30 I can get checked whenever!! Woop woop! I'm gonna see what happens this month then might get myself referred! Hope everyone's well x x

Oh, Great news MrsPTTC!!! I hope you get some answers or better yet a BFP this month!

Hey guys, quick question because you've been TTC and temping for a while, is it best to take your temp first thing every morning? Do you guys temp or do you just get the OPK's? OPK's seem easier than temping all the time. I just got my BBT thermometer but haven't used it yet.

Like the other ladies said- first thing, same time every morning. I set my alarm for 5:30 and even on the weekends take it at the same time. Over the past two month I have noticed that my temperature is very sensitive. If I just take it a half hour later/earlier it can make a big difference. One hour is huge!! So I try my best. My problem is that sometimes the dog has to go to the bathroom at 4 or 4:30 so I'm forced to take it early. They've been better though. And I usually pretend I don't hear them crying and DH is forced to take them out and I still get my 5:30 am temp time! Mean I know. I also use opk. Super easy and cheap! Are you in the US? I order on eBay from someone who ships to the US only and they are dirt cheap and work great! I just use it on my lunch break when it's time to test. Easy cheesy. Def. easier than temping in my opinion.

Off on holiday tomorrow for a week so should be the easiest TWW ever!!

Staying positive this month for my BFP

Happy weekend everyone.

Have a good holiday!! Good planning it during the 2ww. It should fly!

 

[MsJMouse]

Don't want to be a downer but I am not in a great place at the moment with TTC etc. So I am probably going to take a break from BnB and TTC for a bit.

nad to everyone.

Edit: pressed the wrong button!

 

[hakunamatata]

Don't want to be a downer but I am not in a great place at the moment with TTC etc. So I am probably going to take a break from BnB and TTC for a bit.

nad to everyone.

Edit: pressed the wrong button!

 

[hakunamatata]

Hey guys, quick question because you've been TTC and temping for a while, is it best to take your temp first thing every morning? Do you guys temp or do you just get the OPK's? OPK's seem easier than temping all the time. I just got my BBT thermometer but haven't used it yet.

Like the other ladies said- first thing, same time every morning. I set my alarm for 5:30 and even on the weekends take it at the same time. Over the past two month I have noticed that my temperature is very sensitive. If I just take it a half hour later/earlier it can make a big difference. One hour is huge!! So I try my best. My problem is that sometimes the dog has to go to the bathroom at 4 or 4:30 so I'm forced to take it early. They've been better though. And I usually pretend I don't hear them crying and DH is forced to take them out and I still get my 5:30 am temp time! Mean I know. I also use opk. Super easy and cheap! Are you in the US? I order on eBay from someone who ships to the US only and they are dirt cheap and work great! I just use it on my lunch break when it's time to test. Easy cheesy. Def. easier than temping in my opinion.

Oooooh could you PM me the seller on eBay??

 

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Don't want to be a downer but I am not in a great place at the moment with TTC etc. So I am probably going to take a break from BnB and TTC for a bit.

nad to everyone.

Edit: pressed the wrong button!

Aww sweetie, take as long as you need! We'll be here when you return!

 

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hopefulmama2b, Wow! You're awesome! I would have totally canceled. Glad to hear you had a good time and enjoyed yourself. Think of it this way -- soon they will go to yours.

We get our results today ... just a few more hours! I'm anxious! We've prepared ourselves for the worst, but I'm holding off thinking too much about it until our appointment.

Non-TTC related news. I've been buying scarves on Etsy - you know to prepare for the arctic freeze that will come in a few months. Well, yesterday I got my first package. The seller was so sweet! It came all neatly packaged with a bow, a thank you card, and a free gift (a cute little rose hairclip). She offered a summer discount and refunded me $12. The scarf's adorable, it has a really nice carved, wooden button, etc, etc.

Then I look at the box. She paid $18.55 for shipping!!! My heart sank! I paid $52 total and after her refund and shipping, she only got a little more than $20. I robbed her

In case anyone's looking for some nice hand-knitted scarves, hats and random vintage stuff, here's her shop:
https://www.etsy.com/people/everything2for32?ref=ls_profile

 

[SMFirst]

crumbs - that's nice you've found some scarves on Etsy - that website has lots of cool things..

Don't be too worried about the seller - perhaps the shipping cost is a write-off for her business...

 

[hopefulmama2b]

Crumbs- I LOVE Etsy!!! I ordered this personalized onesie and burp cloth for my friend who's baby is due this week. How cute is that?!

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/51005336

And when I went back to look at the link I noticed that she had a baby last week and I still received my order last week! Dedication I tell you!

 

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I just got back from the oddest appointment ever! But first thing's first: DH has a normal count! Yay!!! My CD21 test was low but I think it's because I took the test too early. My other tests turned out fine, although they took my FSH at the same time (CD 21 and not CD 3). I'm going to have to retake both tests again.

OK, so we entered a completely empty medical building (this happened before) and waited. I wandered around looking for people but found no one, although I did hear some murmured talking so I knew someone was there.

When we were finally seen, the doctor led us into her office (with a desk and computer) but with a table nearby. It was a small room. She told me they usually wait until 1-yr to start treatment, and I told her what our nurse had told me they can start sooner with regards to my age and how we're actively trying. She seemed really mean at first --- well not mean, mean, but like a really strict teacher, that kind of type.

Near the end, she offered to do an ultrasound but said it was up to me if I wanted it done. I asked when? She said, "now". Ummm, OK. So I stand up and take 2 steps up to the machine/table with stir-ups. She tells me I need to take my pants off. My husband is still sitting in the room and it's so small that I can pretty much reach out to touch him from the chair/table thing. So I hobble around to find a place to take my pants off. There was a little screen but there was machine in back of it. Umm... OK, so I guess I have to take it off here. Then she tells me I need to take my underwear off too! OOooh ... it's THAT kind of ultrasound

So umm.. yeh ... really, really awkward. But I do it and then hopped on. And the table is the kind with knee holds and not the foot holds .... she notices I'm hesitant and says, "Oh you Americans, here we're just more relaxed!" That made me laugh and after she stuck the wand thing it was more relaxed from there, well not so much for me .. but yeh.

She was trying to see the corpus luteum but couldn't pinpoint it because she had a hard time seeing my right ovary because of and I quote, "gas". HAHAH! But she saw my left ovary and said it looked fine, though I didn't ovulate with that one. She also commented how I have a very thick lining and that I've ovulated for certain this cycle.

The whole experience was just bizarre! After it was done, she was already at her desk and I had to get my clothes from the chair next to her desk so I was walking around naked and putting my pants up while she's talking to me and my DH is sitting right next to me trying to seem interested in the piece of paper we came in with!

Awkward! But I'm happy we're normal. She says our next appointment will be in Aug/Sept.

 

[SMFirst]

crumbs- how awkward but also funny! glad things are looking good..

 

[hopefulmama2b]

You kept your underwear on. I know it probably wasn't funny at the time, but this just makes me laugh. And I've never had the kind that holds your knee?? Weird.

I'm so glad that everything came back normal!!! Hopefully this is a sign that it will happen soon.

And I'm not laughing at you. I just thought the story was funny. And I doubt the awkwardness felt when a stranger sticks something up your hoo-ha is indicative of Americans. I think that's universal!! I've had so many tv ultrasounds that they don't bother me anymore, but it was a little weird the first time. My DH especially thought it was weird. He said "Did you see how long that thing was??" I said he didn't stick the whole thing in!!!

I can just see your hubby looking at that piece of paper pretending to be interested in it.

 

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hopefulmama2b Yeh, I kept on thinking that my jeans would just be in the way for a normal tummy ultrasound... LOL! You can totally laugh at me cause it was funny! I've been dying to tell you all since I got home!

Hubby says she didn't say it was "gas" but was more translated into "bowl activity" What's with having to undress in front of people here?!! When I had my pap-test, it was the exact same way. So odd! Oh and I've never seen the knee holds until today.

BTW, that onesie is adorable!!!

 

[rosababy]

Crumbs, that story is hysterical!!! I think we Americans are a little more "I didn't grow up in a naked house" kind of people, but come on?! Who loves getting naked in front of people and have things stuck up our vajayjay?! How awkward that must have been to have your dh and the nurse in such a small room! I had to use one of those knee stirrup tables for my hysteroscopy and I didn't like them. Very uncomfortable.

 

[pink80]

Wed don't have any 'holds' knee or foot ones, we just put our ankiles together and let our knees fall to the side - it's that way for ALL internal examinations and ultrasounds and I've had ALOT of those over the last 6 months Funny how everywhere is different

Bless your OH - mine would have done the same thing, which I find funny because it's not like he hasn't seen it all before Glad everything as ok

P.S LOVE those scarfs - I'm assuming they wouldn't ship to the UK though

 

[Crumbs]

pink80, Wow, I'm trying to figure out the ankle together bit and having a hard time visualizing it. So is it like a yoga position but you're on your back? If I liked in the UK and had that done, I would be pure comedy trying to figure it out.

Oh and she should ship to UK, she shipped to Sweden! And she didn't fill out the customs form so I didn't have to pay a fee! Bless her heart!

BTW, I'm back here to search for some onesies Hopefulmama linked. Woohooo ... yeh I know, I should wait to actually buy them but it can't hurt to look, right?