January Hopefuls...What's next for us???

[Ashley1021]

I took one this AM And posted it. Do you see a faint line or am I crazy?

 

[FutureBabyG]

I know blue dyes are a no no.. But is there a faint line or am I crazy? Lol. I think I'm imagining things

Ashley- sorry i am on my phone. i dont see anything but that doesnt mean anything. i would try a frer in a couple days. . . how many dpo r u?

 

[beaglemom]

FBG that is awesome your prediction was right. I don't put all my faith in it, but it def makes me feel positive. The way I look at it is between the 2 psychics their readings were only a month apart...so if January is my month (conceive, find out, deliver), then I hope to be pregnant by April!

Allison, glad you have caught up. You are ahead of me. But I think we are all all over the map here. I would say my test date will be around the 15th??? This is another off month again for me. No idea what the aftermath of clomid will be. Plus ovulating what I consider early. So if I go back to before clomid, I would expect my period on Jan 18. But if I go by 14 dpo, probably the 16th or 17th. I am also considering not testing until 14 dpo or even waiting on AF. It actually was a little better last month not getting negative after negative. But I go back & forth on the issue.

We are planning a trip with the pups to the mountains the week of the 20th...I think it would be awesome to have a positive before we go.

I feel like we have a lot of positive vibes again this month & I LOVE IT! I mean, why be negative, right? It is so awesome to have a little group to connect with & collect more people as we go.

 

[sarahok]

Hi sarahok, it's nice to see you on here, I'm glad we'll get to see your updates. My HSG was scheduled for this Fri. When I got prego, I was planning on calling on Mon to cancel it, but of course Mon brought that awful news. I have to figure out if I can still do it... I know I'm supposed to be at a certain time of my cycle, and since my dr said this m/c isn't "technically" the start of a new cycle, I'm not sure if they'll do it. I completely forgot to ask. So I'm calling tomorrow to find out.

As for the EPO and fertilitea, I'm sure you've seen beaglemom rave about it on this thread, so it sounds awesome! Like I said in my post to FBG above, I shouldn't really take that since I'm on clomid, so I only have experience with EPO and robitussin. The EPO did absolutely nothing for me, although I've heard others like it. It might work better for someone not on clomid, but I needed something to combat the hostile cm the med was giving me, and I was very pleased with the robitussin results.

Hi Erin! (I have seen other ladies call you by your name, hope that's ok!) I'm not completely certain, but I think the cycle time is not too important w/ the HSG, as it is mostly to see if tubes are clear and any abnormalities in the uterus (like my polyp). So I hope they let you go ahead with it…have also heard of many women getting preggers shortly after due to unblocking anything that might be there!

Thanks for the info…I think I will stick with Mucinex for now (same active ingredient as Robitussen)…I read a lot of reviews on amazon and it seemed the Fertilitea mostly helped women with irregular cycles. Mine have always been pretty regular. One other question…how did you know you had "hostile" CM? Have a good one!

 

[sarahok]

I am new to this site and thought I would join! My DH and I have been TTC#1 for about 4 yrs now. A year and a half was not trying but not preventing. Then on and off again TTC. I got a + on 2 test but a bunch of - also. Went to see the doctor and he said that I might of had a chemical pregnancy. He made me feel like I made the + tests up. Later, I went to my gyno and he gave me clomid x3 still nothing. So then I took Fertilaid and Fertiltea and my DH was on Fertilaid as well. We also used preseed and soft cups. Never got a BFP. So went back to my gyno who said he could do nothing for me anymore. So my dh and I research an RE and made and appointment. That appointment he said that no I did have a miscarriage which I was not aware of. So that was very hard. Anyway, HSG revealed that my right tube may be blocked. RE could not get any iodine through. He said he wanted to wait to do surgery since he had just started. Took femara for a cycle went for ultrasound and post coital test which reveled that my CM is hostile due to 2 LEEPs. Who knew?!So he said the only way to do anything about it was to do IUI. But he did not give me the trigger shot. So we did the IUI and got a BFN. So now we are going to try it again this month. CD5 and ultrasound on CD12. I want the trigger shot this time. Anyone know where I could get it for relatively cheap? An online pharmacy or pharmacy?

Welcome Misaacs! Wow it sounds like you've been through a lot on your journey. Glad you joined us…this is a great place to share experiences and get support! Best of luck!

 

[beaglemom]

I took one this AM And posted it. Do you see a faint line or am I crazy?

I don't see anything But I am terrible at these things.

 

[beaglemom]

Hi sarahok, it's nice to see you on here, I'm glad we'll get to see your updates. My HSG was scheduled for this Fri. When I got prego, I was planning on calling on Mon to cancel it, but of course Mon brought that awful news. I have to figure out if I can still do it... I know I'm supposed to be at a certain time of my cycle, and since my dr said this m/c isn't "technically" the start of a new cycle, I'm not sure if they'll do it. I completely forgot to ask. So I'm calling tomorrow to find out.

As for the EPO and fertilitea, I'm sure you've seen beaglemom rave about it on this thread, so it sounds awesome! Like I said in my post to FBG above, I shouldn't really take that since I'm on clomid, so I only have experience with EPO and robitussin. The EPO did absolutely nothing for me, although I've heard others like it. It might work better for someone not on clomid, but I needed something to combat the hostile cm the med was giving me, and I was very pleased with the robitussin results.

Hi Erin! (I have seen other ladies call you by your name, hope that's ok!) I'm not completely certain, but I think the cycle time is not too important w/ the HSG, as it is mostly to see if tubes are clear and any abnormalities in the uterus (like my polyp). So I hope they let you go ahead with it…have also heard of many women getting preggers shortly after due to unblocking anything that might be there!

Thanks for the info…I think I will stick with Mucinex for now (same active ingredient as Robitussen)…I read a lot of reviews on amazon and it seemed the Fertilitea mostly helped women with irregular cycles. Mine have always been pretty regular. One other question…how did you know you had "hostile" CM? Have a good one!

Amazon does have reviews saying the tea is best for people with irregular cycles. However, for me, I expect I will be shipped off to a specialist next cycle, so I figured, what could it hurt. So far I have not had anything crazy happen. O is slightly early...but still on track...I guess I will know more when it is time for my cycle to start. But I also have not been religious about the tea. Mostly due to forgetting or if family was in town. My TTC is pretty much a secret.

 

[sarahok]

Good morning ladies. . . I have to admit i was wrong this cycle. i got my bfp this am officially. now i need some advise. i am super worried it will end in mc bc i haven't ever had a bfp before, so my thought is to wait the time out to make sure its not a chemical or going to mc. My question is i have an obgyn appt Jan 22 can i wait until then to have a test or should i notify my md now? its only a couple weeks away and i am not do for af until the 5th. please let me know your thoughts and reasons. thanks in advance.

That is so exciting FBG!! How long have you been TTC? I agree with a previous commenter that cruising these forums can definitely make you feel overly concerned about problems in pregnancy. That is the downside--the upside being the support and, if (God forbid) something did happen, understanding how many people are going through the same thing, especially considering it is almost NEVER discussed in everyday life.

Anyway, so happy for you and will be praying for a happy and healthy 9 months. I don't think there is any reason not to contact your doc and let them know.

 

[sarahok]

Love reading all your adventures! Savvy and Beaglemom, keeping my fingers crossed for you!

So I had an adventure of my own last night! Got a peak on my CBAOPK on the 31st, so we did traditional BD on NYE (w/ pre-seed). Then I had what seemed to be some good EWCM yesterday morning, although it's always hard for me to tell the day after BD if that's what it really is or if it's "leftovers". (Sorry, TMI, but pretty much everything on this forum is!)

Anyway, so my DH is actually a doctor, so has access to supplies and last night we did a little IUI at home. It was awkward at first and nothing sexy about it, haha! But we were able to keep a sense of humor about it, and I am feeling optimistic. He was able to see that my cervix was OPEN! So I think we got the timing right, and delivered the goods. I laid there for like 3 hours, so hoping it took.

This morning my temp had still not risen and I had some EWCM, so I'm hoping I had actually ovulated. I guess we will try again traditional the next couple of days. I feel like the few times I've seen EWCM, it has been in the morning…anyone else experience that? Does that mean we should be BDing in the morning?

to you all!!

 

[sarahok]

I took one this AM And posted it. Do you see a faint line or am I crazy?

I don't see anything But I am terrible at these things.

Me neither but not familiar with this kind of test. Good luck Ashley!

 

[sarahok]

Hey everyone! I finally caught up and came to this thread!
So exciting FBG!!! Let us know what your dr says! They may even have you come in earlier than that!!
Erin, so glad you're being so positive. I know it's got to be hard, but I think a positive attitude will really help you!
And beaglemom, I did the baking soda too. I never used the test strips, but I just assumed baking soda couldn't hurt much, so I did it. I did it twice during O days along with preseed. I've also been drinking the fertilitea. I'm almost out though, so I ordered some more last night in addition to the fertilaid for women. I'm 9dpo now, so hopefully I won't need any of it, but just in case! I've been using progesterone cream too. I'm really trying to cover all my bases. Cheri said December and the other reading said January, so I'm really trying to stay positive!
When is everyone planning on testing?

Hi Alison! Looks like you are covering all your bases! Are you using the Progesterone cream to extend your LP? I have wondered about that. I think mine is borderline short.

I'm just entering my TWW, so will try to put off testing until AF is due to arrive on the 15th. Good luck!

 

[beaglemom]

I am awful about keeping track of cm...but I don't think I have a typical time. Sometimes in the morning & sometimes it just slips up on me in the middle of the day.

That is awesome your husband can do that at home for you. I would totally do that if it were an option. I do hear about people who do at home stuff anyways...I think it is mainly lesbian couples. My husband would probably be too scared to do it.

Another funny story. When my husband did his last analysis, he was at a different clinic than the first one. He called me after & said not that it wasn't awkward enough, but then they only gave me maxim magazine! If you throw me in a closet & expect me to get this done, I need something a little more than maxim! But apparently it still got the job done.

I may have already mentioned, but I am also doing the pineapple core thing. If my opk is neg again this afternoon, I will start today. Basically you slice a pineapple in 5 parts & eat one part a day for 5 days after O. It is mainly the core that is helpful for implanting. And I will start back to eating the brazil nuts again.

Sorry if I am posting too much today. My boss is out of the office & I am kinda bored & not feeling too motivated.

 

[savvysaver]

Congrats FBG!! I knew this thread would be a good one and you are the first of many bfps we hope to see this month! As others have already said, please don't worry about chemicals/mc right now...focus on taking care of yourself and your baby! I would definitely call the doctor and see what they think as far as the blood test. It might put your mind to ease too if you have one done.

Okay I am going to try to catch up here from a busy morning...if I miss someone I apologize!
Welcome to everyone I missed!

Ashley1021, I might see a really faint line, it is so hard to see with pictures though. Maybe you could try a frer tomorrow? Please post back with an update! Fx'd and baby dust to you!

beaglemom, I agree with what you are saying...if you think you O yesterday then you might as well fit in another session with your hubby! Stay positive, remember it only takes one sperm!

allison, wow you did cover all of your bases! Didn't cheri say December - but that was either conceive, find out or deliver...? Well you could conceive in December and find out January!

sarahok, that is really neat - I sure hope that all of your efforts lead to a bfp! Keep us posted!

Not much new with me today...my boobs are a little sore but they were sore when I had the mc too. Still thinking my hormones are screwed up a bit. Still BD every other night and keeping my fingers crossed! Have a great day girls!

 

[allisonmh]

Hey everyone! I finally caught up and came to this thread!
So exciting FBG!!! Let us know what your dr says! They may even have you come in earlier than that!!
Erin, so glad you're being so positive. I know it's got to be hard, but I think a positive attitude will really help you!
And beaglemom, I did the baking soda too. I never used the test strips, but I just assumed baking soda couldn't hurt much, so I did it. I did it twice during O days along with preseed. I've also been drinking the fertilitea. I'm almost out though, so I ordered some more last night in addition to the fertilaid for women. I'm 9dpo now, so hopefully I won't need any of it, but just in case! I've been using progesterone cream too. I'm really trying to cover all my bases. Cheri said December and the other reading said January, so I'm really trying to stay positive!
When is everyone planning on testing?

Hi Alison! Looks like you are covering all your bases! Are you using the Progesterone cream to extend your LP? I have wondered about that. I think mine is borderline short.

I'm just entering my TWW, so will try to put off testing until AF is due to arrive on the 15th. Good luck!

I was going to an RE and they had prescribed me progesterone along with my clomid, so I figured id use the cream this cycle since I'm not taking clomid. The pills they gave me were vaginal suppositories which was annoying, so the cream is easier anyways. I have pcos and I know low progesterone is common with that, so it seems like it should help something... Lol

 

[savvysaver]

Hi beaglemom! Since you are posting more I figured I would write more. Waiting with hubby at eye doctors. ..he broke his glasses a few days ago.

Your poor hubby! Geez you think they would have a better selection. Guess you need to bring your own!

Not sure if I can eat Brazil nuts since they are not listed on my safe foods diet list...but I can have pineapple! So you are taking a fresh pineapple and cutting it into 5 pieces. Definitely trying that next cycle and maybe even now...I don't know if I already ovulated or when I will...do you have to eat it after you ovulate?

So we were majorly hit with snow last night and expect more throughout the day...now the emergency sirens are going off...this can't be good!

Add super bloated to my list of symptoms...feeling like I could burst.

 

[savvysaver]

Coming back to answer my own question. The pinapple core should not be eaten after 5dpo since it could cause contractions. Since I didn't keep up with the opks this month I will not buy a pinapple.

 

[beaglemom]

Coming back to answer my own question. The pinapple core should not be eaten after 5dpo since it could cause contractions. Since I didn't keep up with the opks this month I will not buy a pinapple.

yeh...they say day of O or 1st dpo for 5 days.

 

[beaglemom]

I got a kohls gift card for Christmas so I am here now at lunch and going to spend it all on baby stuff. Because one way or another I'm getting pregnant this year!

 

[FutureBabyG]

I got a kohls gift card for Christmas so I am here now at lunch and going to spend it all on baby stuff. Because one way or another I'm getting pregnant this year!

You're too funny. . . good idea i have a jcpenny gift cards from my bil and fil. maybe i can send my hubby this weekend and see what he will surprise me with.

 

[haleiwamama]

I don't mean to be a downer but I wouldn't do that if I were you... I bought my first onesie years ago and it was so painful to look at everyday, every month, I ended up just giving it to my goddaughter when she was born...

It's so tempting and we all wanna be prego so bad.. but we need to watch for our emotions too...