MAY we all be blessed with baby! May 2013 and beyond (BFFs Seeking BFPs)

[KatyW]

I know, me too, but I feel like this was a slow month for our little group here - were there any BFPs?? - so next month will yield better news. FX for us!

 

[Lazydaisys]

So much for my patience!!! I was was doing so well. Then tested twice(because obviously once isn't enough!) straight after I posted yesterday. -late 9dpo. Bfn not even a hint or a squint.

Not testing again....... I need to hide my tests. I feel like AF s on her way anyway . Feel like giving up this ttc business but I know I won't be able to put having a baby out of my mind so giving up isn't even an option.


Just been watching toddlers and tiaras. Are these people for real? 18month children with make up and hair pieces on. Isnt that child abuse???? Xx

Congrats on the wedding Danni!!! Wow is that our first wedding this thread?? Xx

 

[Hopeful2014]

I know, me too, but I feel like this was a slow month for our little group here - were there any BFPs?? - so next month will yield better news. FX for us!

It has been a slower month. I feel for all of us for that. There have been six BFPs in July so far. Two came from women who haven't updated here for a while, but were here with us so I updated them here as well. The BFPs were all early July so far.

I've read that sperm is not as quick and can have more chromosomal problems in the summer months. The reading says that winter and early spring is best because men do not get as hot...down there. I'm not sure if that is what is happening here or not. But I am definitely ready for the weather to cool off some for heat reasons and for ttc if that's the case. I know we still have some warm months ahead.

I can't wait to see a BFP by all of our names and I'm committed to sticking it out with all of you!! I think it'd be great to start a pregnancy thread for all of us to join once we make it over! I definitely feel connected to you ladies and I'd like to keep up after this ttc craziness.

 

[Hopeful2014]

So much for my patience!!! I was was doing so well. Then tested twice(because obviously once isn't enough!) straight after I posted yesterday. -late 9dpo. Bfn not even a hint or a squint.

Not testing again....... I need to hide my tests. I feel like AF s on her way anyway . Feel like giving up this ttc business but I know I won't be able to put having a baby out of my mind so giving up isn't even an option.


Just been watching toddlers and tiaras. Are these people for real? 18month children with make up and hair pieces on. Isnt that child abuse???? Xx

Congrats on the wedding Danni!!! Wow is that our first wedding this thread?? Xx

I understand. It is sooo tempting. Remember though-it's still early. I would never be able to put it out of my head either and I think not trying would make me afraid I missed the chance I had. I'm very hopeful for you and for the news from your doctor.

I have watched Toddlers and Tiaras a few times. Yikes! Those kids kind of look creepy with all that on. What about the fake teeth? There's something genuinely beautiful about a kid with the messy kid look!

 

[sugarlumps]

Hello everyone

Sorry I haven't been on here in a while, went away for a week with the family.

I'm on cd15 today anyway, think I ovulated yesterday or maybe today. Don't know for certain though because I haven't been temping, just going by pains and cm. My boobs were sore yesterday too and the day before, and yesterday I had o pains on my left side. Just keeping everything crossed that I caught it now

Anyway how is everybody here? Have we got any news?

 

[Hopeful2014]

Hello everyone

Sorry I haven't been on here in a while, went away for a week with the family.

I'm on cd15 today anyway, think I ovulated yesterday or maybe today. Don't know for certain though because I haven't been temping, just going by pains and cm. My boobs were sore yesterday too and the day before, and yesterday I had o pains on my left side. Just keeping everything crossed that I caught it now

Anyway how is everybody here? Have we got any news?

I hope you had a nice, relaxing time away! Good luck! I hope you caught the little egg!

 

[Hopeful2014]

JULY , HERE WE COME!!!

Ladies, Remember
1. That it's not over until AF comes
2. That many ladies get false negatives
3. That implantation happens 6-12 dpo
4. That we are here for you no matter what


July is here and we are ready for some more BFPs! Our BFP list is growing and I can't wait to add more names to the list! I look forward to hearing more about the pregnancies already taking form and the upcoming pregnancies soon to be announced. We started this group in April-all with the same goal-wanting a BFP. Since then we have expanded on that goal. I want us to have a thread where we all know each other and can help each other along. I want to see a BFP blinking by each of our names. I want it to be a place we can look back on in time (while cradling baby!) and remember our struggle and and share our happiness. We will keep adding to the list from May and on until we can see everyone have that beautiful beside her name. Good luck and fingers crossed!

TESTERS:
July 20: BSelck24

 

[burgbrandy]

All software besides countdowntopregnancy confirmed o on cd 12 this morning! Yay! 3 dpo and officially in the tww! I doubt ill make it to july 31 like i planned since ill be 14 dpo that day. Will more than likely test at 10 dpo. I only have a handful of cheapies left and didnt order anything else, so hopefully that will deter me from testing so much. Lol!

 

[ProfWife]

It does seem like a slower month.

AFM - just did my morning checks. CP is still high (almost out of reach) and felt medium-soft. I'm wondering what is going on. I had major cramps most of yesterday. BBs aren't hurting. Temp is down at coverline. Yet hasn't shown her ugly face. I'm now 16 dpo.

 

[sugarlumps]

Have you tested prowife??

 

[Mme2kdee]

Sorry for the delay in my response Hopeful! My doctor had me send her my charting for June. She reviewed and said that I am not completing ovulation (Idk if that means I am not ovulating or if I am and it isn't strong enough to be able to produce). I was amazed just listening to her talk about it to me and forgot most of what she said haha. I just started my 50mg of clomid yesterday cd5. I took it at night since people said when you sleep you won't notice side effects as much. I did not notice any side effects, even today. I am nervous to be trying meds but I am super excited at the same time. When I had the talk with my DH about taking clomid he was so interested in it and happy that we finally found out what was happening...he thought it was his fault which is why he wasn't talking about it much or interested in talking about it - it was on me. It was so nice to have him ask me questions and do reviews on the meds and ask the side effects and get excited about it again. I truly hope this is the month.

Im so sorry to all of those who got bfns this month! We are all in it together next month too!!! I love this group and the friendships we have built. Again..I want to thank Hopeful! Your encouragement, discussions and friendship have gotten us through some rougher times in TTC!

 

[ProfWife]

Have you tested prowife??

Tested right after I posted. So...playing the waiting game. If nothing happens by Monday, I'm going to call doc for a blood test. One of my sisters couldn't get a positive hpt for almost 2 months. Her blood test was positive though.

And I second what Mme2kdee said. I don't know how I'd survive this without so many other women on here who "get it". I have friends I can talk to who understand somewhat, but it's easier when someone truly knows what we're going through. Just love you ladies.

 

[mommyxofxone]

It's nice to have women who understand. it helps so very much having a support group to be there with you during the journey, from trying, to the pregnancy, to the birth and beyond. very nice to have.

 

[sugarlumps]

Have you tested prowife??

Tested right after I posted. So...playing the waiting game. If nothing happens by Monday, I'm going to call doc for a blood test. One of my sisters couldn't get a positive hpt for almost 2 months. Her blood test was positive though.

And I second what Mme2kdee said. I don't know how I'd survive this without so many other women on here who "get it". I have friends I can talk to who understand somewhat, but it's easier when someone truly knows what we're going through. Just love you ladies.

Yea give it a few days and test again, keeping my fingers crossed for you

 

[ClandestineTX]

@Hopeful2014: I think your testing strategy sounds great!
I agree sticking together until we all have BFPs sounds great - I can't believe it's already nearing the start of August!

@burgbrandy: congrats on O!

@ProfWife: FX for you!

@Mme2kdee: I hope the clomid is your magic bullet!

AFM... interesting lunch yesterday. Met another researcher who had a thyroid issue within months of his wife and turned out both had a mild iodine deficiency. Found TONS of research connecting iodine levels/ thyroid function (requiring iodine) and fertility/ fetal health. And my prenatal vitamin doesn't have any at all and I don't eat salt with iodine or any of the foods high in iodine on a regular basis... so hitting up the vitamin store on my way to work today to get some kelp supplements (is mostly iodine) and crossing my fingers that I have some improvement... still a week before my follow up with my doc.

 

[sugarlumps]

Have you tested prowife??

Tested right after I posted. So...playing the waiting game. If nothing happens by Monday, I'm going to call doc for a blood test. One of my sisters couldn't get a positive hpt for almost 2 months. Her blood test was positive though.

And I second what Mme2kdee said. I don't know how I'd survive this without so many other women on here who "get it". I have friends I can talk to who understand somewhat, but it's easier when someone truly knows what we're going through. Just love you ladies.

Yea give it a few days and test again, keeping my fingers crossed for you

 

[KatyW]

profwife - FX for you.

Clandestine - My friend who had thyroid problems also mentioned that she started taking iodine supplements and had some success with that. Not sure of the details, though. I hope you start feeling better soon.

Mme2kdee - I am glad your doctor was so helpful and you have clomid next cycle. FX hat it is exactly what works to give you a BFP soon.

AFM, CD 1...plan this cycle is vitamins, OPKs, German chocolate for my soul, temping out of habit ha! (maybe just less of it, enough to see a pattern) Oh, and no testing before 12 dpo or crazy symptom spotting for my own sanity. Early testing has never been helpful to me.

Fingers crossed for August, ladies - I bet good things are coming.

 

[KatyW]

Hopeful, I agree that a pregnancy thread would be wonderful. I hope we're all there able to participate soon.

I have heard that about summer months. For me, it's been good luck, since my baby girl was conceived from a July cycle. Given, I live in a climate with very mild summers, not in the hot States.

Ladies, make your men keep themselves, um, cool in certain ways .

 

[stargazer0726]

it would make sense that summer heat could make it harder to conceive but its been my good luck charm in the past. Both of my DD's were conceived in the summer, july and early september giving me early and late spring babies. I am keeping my fingers and toes crossed that I get lucky again in summer
I also live in the northwest so summers here aren't as hot as other places.

I am currently 4 dpo, hubby left this morning to help a friend move to california and won't be home until monday. My kids are a wreck, especially my oldest she is very close to her dad. I know its going to be a very rough and tiring weekend.

 

[magicwhisper]

i have to agree hopeful i have never liked when af has come xD