Resisting the title Wonky Cycles R Us....boarding the Maca Train to BFP Central!

[SBB]

Whit I've heard of docs prescribing it just for better eggs! But it does carry risks that people should be aware of (ectopic risk increased apparently, twins/multiples much more likely, risk of ovary hyperstimulation) but obviously I think it works great
Maybe try soy?

Never just wait and see if you get full force AF tonight or tomorrow. It usually comes cd15 for you so it will prob arrive properly tomorrow..

X x x

 

[Whitbit22]

You're right and I've thought of trying soy. I was actually planning on buying some today to try when my cycle starts before I ask for clomid. I did get hyperstimulated on it before, but I was on 150mg I think so no wonder!

 

[SBB]

I didn't realise you've had it before

Wow 150mg?! No wonder your ovaries got over excited!!!

X x x

 

[nevertogether]

whit - i tried soy two cycles. didn't get my on the last one with DH, but that's not saying it won't work for you! i didn't get any bad side effects, ovulated on CD17 the first time using it and STRONG ovulation on CD18 using it.

sbb - i think that's what i'm going to do. it's 11:25pm now and i'm noticing more red blood (spotting of it every so often) so i'm feeling i will wake up with her full force tomorrow!

delilah - i haven't gone all my other cycles charting using the days of spotting or brownish discharge or anything as CD1 so i'm thinking that if i do that it might throw me off track. i've always used the first day of noticable AF. but after my wonky AF last cycle i'm confused on what to do with this one. i'm going to sleep on it and see what i wake with!

 

[nevertogether]

i've also looked at my chart EVERY cycle that i've charted and noticed that i've noted spotting 14DPO every cycle with AF the next day so think that might just be it.

 

[Whitbit22]

Never that could very well be it. Go with your gut!

Sbb- Yea.. 4 cycles of clomid, I think the last was the highest dose. I ended up with some nasty bouts of cysts! yuck.

 

[Wispyshadow]

I used soy, wild yam, and maca this cycle and got my bfp but I also had DH on maca and vitamin supplements, figs, and pumpkin seeds.

Thank you all so much for the Congratulations!!!!

I will put a pic up as soon as I get my camera working. My phone won't let me send pics right now either...pooo!

I was feeling mildly pukey this past weekend and my BB's weren't sore like they usually are when I PMS. I am still having little twinges of pain in my lower abdomen.
I am going to get my new ticker up ASAP

 

[CelticNiamh]

I used soy, wild yam, and maca this cycle and got my bfp but I also had DH on maca and vitamin supplements, figs, and pumpkin seeds.

Thank you all so much for the Congratulations!!!!

I will put a pic up as soon as I get my camera working. My phone won't let me send pics right now either...pooo!

I was feeling mildly pukey this past weekend and my BB's weren't sore like they usually are when I PMS. I am still having little twinges of pain in my lower abdomen.
I am going to get my new ticker up ASAP

Huge congrats Wispy so excited to see a BFP

Welshie I know I cant believe it my self it has gone slow and quick LOL

 

[nevertogether]

wispy - what is wild yams for? was it your first soy cycle?

DH right now just takes multivitamins. i did get him wellman conception but figured by the time i got it shipped to him it would be pointless to try so we're waiting to use it for my november cycle if i don't get my this one.

 

[dandybrush]

I would like a BFP next too *raises hand tentatively*

 

[dandybrush]

girlies how do ovulation predictor kits work? do they tell when you are oving or are about to be oving? how accurate are they

 

[Wispyshadow]

This was my first soy cycle and the wild yam is similar to the effect of soy. You take it just as you would the soy only during the beginning of the cycle and then stop.

I'm interested to hear how many heartbeats they find?????? I felt O pains on the left and right this cycle..

 

[TntArs06]

OMG CONGRATS WISPY I am soo EXCITED for you!!!!!! I was wondering how you were doing. This is the best news ive heard today!!! As far as school goes....we shall DEFINITELY complain together...specially when finals come around.

Never- As I read through the pages I noticed AF finally started coming. Good thing you noticed the spotting 14DPO. Really helps. So you got what a week and a half or so till you see DH??? As far as the soy goes, should I start that when I stop the clomid? Is it as strong or stronger than clomid? Which is better? sorry I got too many questions.

Whit-HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!! Are you going to do the soy or clomid this time around? Thanks for the journal thing.... I wondered if I just started a thread or what... I swear I clicked EVERY tab to see if it would work.

Welsh- Thank you hunni. I hope it works too. Im thinking of testing around Sept 22nd I think. FF says I possibly should start AF around then. So if AF is late then I will test. So its you, Never, and Delia to test around then???

Delia- Im sorry AF got you. that this is your cycle girl! This is my 4th month on clomid as well so I know how it goes. I noticed though, that when I wasn't temping it drove me nuts. but if it doesn't happen then a couple months of a break would be good. Good luck hun and prayers your way that this will be your cycle!

TTC- I know what you mean about doing too much!! Your mind thinks "hell ya I can clean my whole house and work out".... then your body says "you better freaken quit it" hahaha But I was so anxious to go for a walk at least.

Where on earth is KELL?????

AFM- I start estrogen tomorrow for CM. Cause I dont really produce any CM at all. Im worried that the estrogen might grow my endo faster???? Its only .3mg. Still thats what grows endo. So IDK. Been going for walks and doing Yoga lately so its good to loose some weight. Ive only lost 5lbs...but small steps... I tell myself!

How is everyone else??? Sorry for the long reply.....im surprised I remembered all that!!!

 

[TntArs06]

This was my first soy cycle and the wild yam is similar to the effect of soy. You take it just as you would the soy only during the beginning of the cycle and then stop.

I'm interested to hear how many heartbeats they find?????? I felt O pains on the left and right this cycle..

OH WOW!!!! Really that is soo awesome! I would be happy with just one but two would be FABULOUS!!!

 

[TntArs06]

girlies how do ovulation predictor kits work? do they tell when you are oving or are about to be oving? how accurate are they

You know I heard it was once you got a + OPK then you usually ov around 12-36 hrs later. But if you have endo, pcos, or take clomid...that it could say your + on the OPK even though its like 5 days later. When do you get your blood work back???

 

[Wispyshadow]

OMG! I think if they find two little babes in there my DH will pass out in the floor. CRAZY!!! Twins run in my family like mad. All my aunts have twins and my cousin and my grandmother.

 

[nevertogether]

TNT you are right, just over two weeks until i see DH. i'm over the moon. that man is my peas and carrots! as for the soy, yes, you would take it instead of clomid as at the same time they would cancel each other out because they have the same effect. soy you are supposed to take the double of what you do clomid, so if you are on 50mg clomid you would actually take 100mg soy. i've heard it do wonders for many, and is obviously the miracle worker for wispy and linny!

DANDY well, it depends on how long your LH surge is. some women actually ovulate on the day of their positive OPK however some do not. for instance, i usually ovulate 3 days after my positive OPK so it's just a warning for me. it might take a few cycles to realize what is usual for you also or it might be very obvious that you have a short surge (such as a positive OPK and then FF confirms ovulation that day as well..) have you thought about investing in a fertility monitor like clearblue or ovacue? because of your long cycles, i'm thinking it would end up a lot cheaper in the long run. worth a shot!

 

[nevertogether]

WISPY wish i had ordered some wild yam for this cycle! dang! soy didn't work for me but so glad it has for you ladies!

 

[TntArs06]

OMG! I think if they find two little babes in there my DH will pass out in the floor. CRAZY!!! Twins run in my family like mad. All my aunts have twins and my cousin and my grandmother.

OH LORDY girl!!! Sounds like twins is DEFINITELY a chance for you guys!!! That would be soo exciting! Im soo happy to see you through this journey!!!! We were cycle buddies for awhile and now that you got a BFP I will stalk ya like crazy!

 

[TntArs06]

TNT you are right, just over two weeks until i see DH. i'm over the moon. that man is my peas and carrots! as for the soy, yes, you would take it instead of clomid as at the same time they would cancel each other out because they have the same effect. soy you are supposed to take the double of what you do clomid, so if you are on 50mg clomid you would actually take 100mg soy. i've heard it do wonders for many, and is obviously the miracle worker for wispy and linny!

DANDY well, it depends on how long your LH surge is. some women actually ovulate on the day of their positive OPK however some do not. for instance, i usually ovulate 3 days after my positive OPK so it's just a warning for me. it might take a few cycles to realize what is usual for you also or it might be very obvious that you have a short surge (such as a positive OPK and then FF confirms ovulation that day as well..) have you thought about investing in a fertility monitor like clearblue or ovacue? because of your long cycles, i'm thinking it would end up a lot cheaper in the long run. worth a shot!

Peas and Carrots!!! I never heard that. So cute! Im so stoked for you to see him. Hope to see some pics too! hehe The soy sounds really good to me. I may just buy some. I take 100mg this cycle of clomid and next cycle it would be 150mg...then Im done with clomid....would be my 6th month after 150mg.

Dandy- I think the clearblue or ovacue would be GREAT for you to try. If I get BFN this cycle then im buying an ovacue sense my endo and clomid throws off the pee sticks!!