Roll up, roll up! Statistical chance of at least one BFP! - *15th BFP Announced!*

[MrsFX]

The pampering was LUSH. I enjoyed my friends company so very much. We've been friends for 10 years and one is moving to the US so it was a farewell get together. Perfect time in the spa in the day and then an appartment for the evening it was so relaxing. I've come away aiming to loose 4 lbs and get a good skin care routine for once and for all. Also talked to another friend about writing a book about all of the crazy stuff I have done while TTC.

Has anyone else put on weight during this process? I thought coming off of the pill would shed the weight but I find I spend 2 weeks being healthy and with a loose weight attitude, 2 weeks believing I am pregnant so being too tired/crabby to exercise and then one week with AF wallowing in a cholocate stupor of self pity!! Also I think that when i started TTC I didn't think that it would take so long so 'let myself go' a bit. Now I am worried that I am already half a stone heavier than I would like BEFORE I get pg!!

I am hoping that the Berocca will give me some energy to get back on the enercise wagon, DH is a bit of a fittness freak so will encourage me with some at home circuits.

I've come away aiming to loose 4 lbs.......

The pains do feel like ov pains but I've had my peaks for this month on cd14 and 15 accompanied by some ewcm so don't think its that. Probably the crazies again.. I would BD when DH comes home from work in the early hours but he has to abstain due to the SA. Great plot to a book!!

Good night my lovelies. Keep strong Leafy will you keep testing? It is the holy grail of TTC 'to test or not to test...'

 

[MrsFX]

good luck to everyone. Secret it is a long old journey you are on. Maybe a trip to the GP wouldn't be a bad thing. We went bang on 12 months, have had to do tests but wont be able to discuss the results until december (4 months later). It really helped me to know that somethings happening. I have the opinion of if there is something up with me or DH more time wont make a difference. go at your own pace but the dr wont interrogate you about exactly how much you have BDd if you do go now

 

[pola17]

Hi gals! they´re delicious if you toast them.. for that, just sautee them in a fry pan while moving them so they dont burn... some salt comes good even tho I prefer not to put much... an excess of salt in your daily diet is not good.. with years, it can "help" you to have heart problems, or preassure issues

I really like them... they taste different.. overall Im a nuts fan!

 

[LilLeafyLea]

Mrs it certainly sounds like you had a fab time It's a shame to hear about your friend, but what you lose in proximity you make up with a new holiday home! I think a bit of 'me' time is just what we all need. Loving the book idea, I'm sure you would end up with the TTC version of War and Peace! It would be even more amazing if it had a happy ending!

I don't think ttc has made me gain any weight, I usually fluctuate throughout my cycle as you mentioned but it will always settle. When I do gain weight It goes straight to my stomach and I look 6months pregnant! I call it my food baby!

We'll all keep you G'd up for the weightloss campaign, 4lbs is a very achieveable goal, hope it's started well! I know that BD'ing is a great way of shifting the pounds without having to spend any on pricey equipment or gym memberships! Damn you SA! When you get the all clear I'm sure you'll be poised and ready to attack!

I tested today and nothing, was due on today so was feeling mixed emotions. Then later on I had some brown tinged cm so that has well and truly bought me back down to earth with a heavy thud! My af always starts with spotting so I think it's imminent! Ah well!

Pola, thanks for the cooking tips! You've made them sound a lot more appealing!

Secret, Andielina, Jehovas and all you lovely ladies... hope you are doing well xx

 

[Andielina]

Hello everyone!

Mrs I'm glad you had a great time and very jealous! Some spa time would be fantastic right about now!

Well, AF is still a no show! I called the Dr. and the earliest they can fit me in is October 24th. The lady said to wait another week and test again and if I get a positive test before my appointment to call and let them know. She didn't seem worried, so that calmed my nerves at least a little.

I've been really sick the past 3 days (maybe the flu?) and been having to take medicine to help with the sore throat/fever. I've been nervous because I don't want to cause harm if I am pregnant, but it wouldn't really help to run a fever either I don't guess.

I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying this cycle!! I've got my fingers crossed for everyone!! I can't wait until I get news of a OR af shows her face so I can get moving on a new cycle. This in between stuff is no fun!

 

[pola17]

Mrs it certainly sounds like you had a fab time It's a shame to hear about your friend, but what you lose in proximity you make up with a new holiday home! I think a bit of 'me' time is just what we all need. Loving the book idea, I'm sure you would end up with the TTC version of War and Peace! It would be even more amazing if it had a happy ending!

I don't think ttc has made me gain any weight, I usually fluctuate throughout my cycle as you mentioned but it will always settle. When I do gain weight It goes straight to my stomach and I look 6months pregnant! I call it my food baby!

We'll all keep you G'd up for the weightloss campaign, 4lbs is a very achieveable goal, hope it's started well! I know that BD'ing is a great way of shifting the pounds without having to spend any on pricey equipment or gym memberships! Damn you SA! When you get the all clear I'm sure you'll be poised and ready to attack!

I tested today and nothing, was due on today so was feeling mixed emotions. Then later on I had some brown tinged cm so that has well and truly bought me back down to earth with a heavy thud! My af always starts with spotting so I think it's imminent! Ah well!

Pola, thanks for the cooking tips! You've made them sound a lot more appealing!

Secret, Andielina, Jehovas and all you lovely ladies... hope you are doing well xx

So, will you try them??? Its kind of obssesive, to eat them while watching tv... maybe I find it fun because you have to take off the shell

BTW I must announce, that this month Im out! (yes, already)... it turns out, DH´s sperm test came out with good results, however, they found some bacteria. DH´s prostate has some kind of infection! Of course I panicked, but the doctor said its absolutelly common on men during their 20s and early 30s... he´s now on antibiotics and vitamin C. So his doctor asked us to have protected sex, just in case I can get an infection for 3 weeks!!! so, just another lost cycle!

 

[pola17]

Hello everyone!

Mrs I'm glad you had a great time and very jealous! Some spa time would be fantastic right about now!

Well, AF is still a no show! I called the Dr. and the earliest they can fit me in is October 24th. The lady said to wait another week and test again and if I get a positive test before my appointment to call and let them know. She didn't seem worried, so that calmed my nerves at least a little.

I've been really sick the past 3 days (maybe the flu?) and been having to take medicine to help with the sore throat/fever. I've been nervous because I don't want to cause harm if I am pregnant, but it wouldn't really help to run a fever either I don't guess.

I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying this cycle!! I've got my fingers crossed for everyone!! I can't wait until I get news of a OR af shows her face so I can get moving on a new cycle. This in between stuff is no fun!

well, time will fly, and soon you will know whats going on!! I hope its a little one playing hide and seek!

 

[MrsFX]

Leaf: I hope ur ok. Sorry to hear AF was on the way. I hope ur able to maintain that positive attitude.

Pola: sorry about the infection. What a pain!! Great news about the SA results tho. Spend the rest of the month looking after yourself petal.

Andie: I hope upon hope that everything settles down for you and ur patience is rewarded.

AFM: been busy as a bee. Had some light OV type cramping. Not jumping up and down about it tho. It's reminicant of the cycles I had year ago no baby hiding in this house so cramping does not a bfp make for mrsfx. Plus side lost 3lbs already. Busy ladies diet!!

 

[pola17]

Thank you, MrsFX I'm feeling better now! I got scared for DH... When he said "prostate infection" I associated it with "cancer" and freaked out... He brought home a toblerone to keep me calmed, and now I'm looking at the bright side

 

[MrsFX]

Oooooh toblerone. I need one of those. What a man!

 

[LilLeafyLea]

Hi curlies, yes AF was at full force today - fun times! The up side was that the cramping was completely minimal and I'm now allowed a guilt-free drink mwuhaha!
Going to book another app with my GP either tomorrow or next week, have to complete the checks on me before moving on to OH's SA...Mrs please be on my case about it - need a royal kick up the arse!
I'm also concerned that I have a retrospective cervix. The opening is tilted towards my spine around O time (it moves pre and post O and is more centrally located) and I'm concerned it's preventing OH's lil' men from getting where they need to be...So I'll ask her about that too. I've googled it and lots of people say there's nothing to worry about but I need a professional to put my mind at ease.

Andielina, I really feel for you - you must be so anxious to find out either way. I'm so impatient so this would be torture for me. You are a week and a half away from getting some answers or at least finding comfort in knowing that things are being investigated. I hope that the wait brings good news for you and that your flu clears up. Flu & cold symptoms are always a good sign of a BFP btw! x

Pola, sorry to hear about your DH and lack of BD'ing. Hope the infection clears up soon and you get get back on the horse so to speak!
I'll have to get some seeds on my next shopping trip. I definitely agree with getting pleasure from shelling seeds, nuts etc. I eat Pistachios a lot and find that they are that little bit more satisfying when you take the time to de-shell them! x

Mrs, well done you on the weight loss! That's bloomin' amazing, it's only been a week! Are you doing circuits in your sleep or something?! So, you have 1lb to go and it just shows if you put your mind to this, you can accomplish anything! If only baby making was as easy! I really hope the Ov signs are promising for you but I understand that self protective need to play down any symptoms (I'm secretly crossing everything for you!). You are the one giving us all the positive attitude hun, hope you're really proud of yourself x

 

[MrsFX]

Leaf: im sorry about AF. How unfair were ur symptoms! I know tyat u wouldnt normally symptom spot, bodies r cruel.

when I saw 'going to book another appointment with my GP' I let out a little "yay". It makes sense honey, good idea to go with questions. You can even take ur charts. It should help u to reset the ttc timer a bit. Be prepared for some world famous nagging!

I think the weight loss has a lot to do with when I weighed myself on Monday. After a very indulgent weekend I think I was retaining lots of water, wine and calories so a busy few days probably equates to 1 lb real money.

I can't be pg this month it must be wind!!

 

[pola17]

Mmm pistachios!!

I love how positive you are! Enjoy those guilty-free drinks, girl!!

 

[LilLeafyLea]

Thanks Mrs and Pola, that really means a lot. Was a bit gutted, my symptoms were really promising but hey hum - onwards and upwards! At this point I really need some direction so my GP is the way forward. I can't allow myself to think that this journey has been/or will be a struggle. I just have to think of it like 'OK, we've tried it this way and given it our best shot. What else can we try?'

Mrs I would stick to your claim on losing 3lb. Regardless of whether the loss was natural bodily functions or hard work...you lost it! So how will you go about your skin care regime? This cycle has left my skin a mess so I'm eager to tackle that. I can't believe I'm 27 and still getting spots! I might try the direct application of EPO or Vit E, see how that goes.

I'm absolutely shattered tonight. I hate feeling tired on a Friday! I want to make the most of the weekend and end up passing out by 10! Hope you guys are well and making the most of the weekend xx

 

[pola17]

thats what sucks of TTC... AF symptoms feel amazing, because they´re sooo alike pregnancy symptoms! and that just sucks!!

 

[MrsFX]

Leafy have you seen the NICE guidelines for fertility? Might be worth a google before seeing gp. There ISA really good patient version. It's all about the end result my lovely if we need a bit of help getting there so be it.

Might try some direct application of epo tonight. Skin has given up the pretence of being 'clear' must be the Friday given up feeling. My bed is calling!!

 

[SockriTease]

Hi ladies! Can I join ya? I'm testing Oct 22nd. This cycle I used soy, opks, preseed and softcups. Congrats to the bfps and gl to those testing

 

[HisGrace]

Hi ladies! Can I join ya? I'm testing Oct 22nd. This cycle I used soy, opks, preseed and softcups. Congrats to the bfps and gl to those testing

Welcome! I used the same things except for soy. Good luck to you this cycle.

Tomorrow's the big day for me and I'm getting excited. No real symptoms but I'm still believing this is our month for a

 

[SockriTease]

Hi ladies! Can I join ya? I'm testing Oct 22nd. This cycle I used soy, opks, preseed and softcups. Congrats to the bfps and gl to those testing

Welcome! I used the same things except for soy. Good luck to you this cycle.

Tomorrow's the big day for me and I'm getting excited. No real symptoms but I'm still believing this is our month for a

:wave: Hi there! Me too! Good luck with your tomorrow. FXed

 

[secrethopeful]

Mrs: congrats on the weight loss it's hard to stay motivated when the weather changes Leafy: sorry about af but You made of lol with 'retrospective' uterus. You mean 'retroverted'! Unless you look back in time at it? Pola: sorry about the infection that is so annoying. I'm back in a good place. Dh has started talking about ttc with me now like it's dead normal and not something i have to tiptoe around!