Soy Cycle Buddies 2019 <3 1BFP on second soy cycle 2 BFPs Non-soy cycle

[swedengirl]

Just stopping in to say hi to you gals! Been a while since I have checked in, but saw @swedengirl finally got her BFP in the 2 week wait forum (I still watch the thread like a hawk hoping you all catch your sticky beans )

@Tesh23 how are you girl?!

Hope you all are doing well and having a great summer! We are moving into our 3rd trimester in just one more week. Can't believe how fast it has gone and we still have so much to do!

Thanks again Faith!

 

[swedengirl]

Oh guys!!! I realised I did one more thing differently this cycle- my OH and I used conceive plus lubricant! It was the only cycle we used it so maybe it was that. It’s expensive but might be worth a shot. We only used the tube one on him (sorry if TMI), not the inserts.

 

[wantingagirl]

Oh guys!!! I realised I did one more thing differently this cycle- my OH and I used conceive plus lubricant! It was the only cycle we used it so maybe it was that. It’s expensive but might be worth a shot. We only used the tube one on him (sorry if TMI), not the inserts.

I used conceive plus first time in June and conceived but lost that baby used it last cycle but no luck so hope it helps

My hubby is trying these sachets in a few months. Girls do you think it’s even necessary or would you try him
On ubiquonal or ubiqinone in a few months instead or now, if so which one and which dose? I’m going to try Maca next cycle. He has 5 children altogether and is 40 I’m 38 and how long would you stay on the sachets if you were me? Xx

 

[Tesh23]

Hey Faith! I’m doing ok just lots of stress at the moment. Wow third Tri already! I can hardly believe how quickly time has gone by! Thanks for checking in on us x

Sweden my dh and I used preseed just as normal lube when we conceived my ds so def a plus on that.

I stopped taking the Maca today. If you look at my chart I have been spotting ever since my period stopped this cycle and my period was also longer than normal this cycle. I’m still getting a tan coloured cm this evening. I’ve heard Maca can make you spot throughout your cycle which I never knew before!

I’m not sure whether or not I should continue with the Maca, maybe decrease the dose to about 2grams a day and see... I’m still taking my q10, folic and started omega 3&6 today. Oh and I also started 75mg of aspirin today to try and ensure my lining isn’t too thick as I’ve heard this is even recommended by some doctors to treat problems with thick uterine lining. It’s also supposed to increase blood flow to the ovaries for a better ovulation. Time will tell I guess. Not getting my hopes up this cycle as I don’t think it’s going to be my month- only because I know it’s gojng to take time for my cycle to balance etc

 

[swedengirl]

Wantingagirl- I don’t really know the difference between the two I’m afraid. There is no downside to q10 so I’d get him on one of them but not sure the difference so can’t help there!
The sachets looked like they were full of goodies and I guess the longer you take them the better. That being said, you said they were expensive and from my research the things you really want to try to take when TTC are folic acid, vitamin d, omega 3 and 6 and q10 so maybe it’s cheaper just to try those?

Tesh- awhh shame about the spotting. I can’t BD if I’m spotting (just preference not for any reason) so I’d be stopping if I was you. But it’s your call and what you feel like... if spotting doesn’t bother you then maybe give it a full cycle try. If you decide to stop I decreased by one tablet each day rather than stopping cold turkey- just felt safer to do that for some reason!

 

[wantingagirl]

Hey Faith! I’m doing ok just lots of stress at the moment. Wow third Tri already! I can hardly believe how quickly time has gone by! Thanks for checking in on us x

Sweden my dh and I used preseed just as normal lube when we conceived my ds so def a plus on that.

I stopped taking the Maca today. If you look at my chart I have been spotting ever since my period stopped this cycle and my period was also longer than normal this cycle. I’m still getting a tan coloured cm this evening. I’ve heard Maca can make you spot throughout your cycle which I never knew before!

I’m not sure whether or not I should continue with the Maca, maybe decrease the dose to about 2grams a day and see... I’m still taking my q10, folic and started omega 3&6 today. Oh and I also started 75mg of aspirin today to try and ensure my lining isn’t too thick as I’ve heard this is even recommended by some doctors to treat problems with thick uterine lining. It’s also supposed to increase blood flow to the ovaries for a better ovulation. Time will tell I guess. Not getting my hopes up this cycle as I don’t think it’s going to be my month- only because I know it’s gojng to take time for my cycle to balance etc

Ok so Maca rectifys an inbalance of any hormones. Very common to have spotting which means it’s working. However it affects woman differently I stopped it as still spotting (usually spot anyway) so may not even be the Maca plus I don’t think I used the right one. I’d at least try it for one more month xx

 

[wantingagirl]

Wantingagirl- I don’t really know the difference between the two I’m afraid. There is no downside to q10 so I’d get him on one of them but not sure the difference so can’t help there!
The sachets looked like they were full of goodies and I guess the longer you take them the better. That being said, you said they were expensive and from my research the things you really want to try to take when TTC are folic acid, vitamin d, omega 3 and 6 and q10 so maybe it’s cheaper just to try those?

Tesh- awhh shame about the spotting. I can’t BD if I’m spotting (just preference not for any reason) so I’d be stopping if I was you. But it’s your call and what you feel like... if spotting doesn’t bother you then maybe give it a full cycle try. If you decide to stop I decreased by one tablet each day rather than stopping cold turkey- just felt safer to do that for some reason!

So even though it’s pricey good to stay on it long term? I think if I add all the other things rather than just this vitamin probably be the same price. Would you try Maca too? Yeah I’m not too clued up on the difference for hubby either or what even dose to go on lol xx

 

[Tesh23]

I skipped the Maca today but will start a very low dose from tomorrow and take it from there - I might have been using too much, like a big tablespoon a day lol.

For the last day I’ve actually felt crappy like AF is about to start! That never happens so close to Ov. Also I have no fertile cm so far when it usually shows up about now. The only signs of Ov is a high soft (although closed) cervix.

Really hoping the Maca doesn’t delay Ovulation too much, as I usually ovulate cd13 which is 3 days away! Either way we will start bd tomorrow and wing it this cycle as Ov tests are not in the budget this month.

 

[Tesh23]

My temps are also a bit wonky this cycle - it’s the maca!

Wantingagirl what cd are you on now? And when do u usually ovulate? Are you going to be testing for Ov?

Sweden how are you feeling? Has everything totally kicked in as yet?

 

[swedengirl]

Wantingagirl- I think sometimes we add stuff new each cycle as it makes us feel like we are making progress to getting that bundle of joy. But sometimes I think by adding stuff all the time and changing things up every cycle can confuse our bodies and do more harm than good. I know it’s easier said than done as I’m a culprit of pro activity when AF arrived... but maybe let your body settle?

Tesh- ahh darn. I did read somewhere that maca can increase progesterone hence it might delay ov a little bit. Hence why I also decided to stop. I do think lowering the dues might be good. If your worried about estrogen dominance you can also try adding seeds to your diet for a more subtle change. I did this. I added chia seeds to my daily diet in around April/may as I read they can help balance your estrogen. If you’re interested in this let me know and I’ll find the info page for you!

Afm- I’m feeling good and yes it’s hitting. Dreamt about my little bean for the first time last night and dreamt we found out we are having a boy. Feeling supppper exhausted today and nausea cranking up a bit. Decided to not test for the first time today as had good progression and need to break that habit soon!

 

[wantingagirl]

Wantingagirl- I don’t really know the difference between the two I’m afraid. There is no downside to q10 so I’d get him on one of them but not sure the difference so can’t help there!
The sachets looked like they were full of goodies and I guess the longer you take them the better. That being said, you said they were expensive and from my research the things you really want to try to take when TTC are folic acid, vitamin d, omega 3 and 6 and q10 so maybe it’s cheaper just to try those?

Tesh- awhh shame about the spotting. I can’t BD if I’m spotting (just preference not for any reason) so I’d be stopping if I was you. But it’s your call and what you feel like... if spotting doesn’t bother you then maybe give it a full cycle try. If you decide to stop I decreased by one tablet each day rather than stopping cold turkey- just felt safer to do that for some reason!

This is what I’m taking? You don’t think this is too much? I heard it’s suppose to be amazing

 

[wantingagirl]

Tesh it actually brought forward ovulation for me but weirdly my temps have been erratic for a while maybe it is linked

 

[Tesh23]

Wantingagirl- I think sometimes we add stuff new each cycle as it makes us feel like we are making progress to getting that bundle of joy. But sometimes I think by adding stuff all the time and changing things up every cycle can confuse our bodies and do more harm than good. I know it’s easier said than done as I’m a culprit of pro activity when AF arrived... but maybe let your body settle?

Tesh- ahh darn. I did read somewhere that maca can increase progesterone hence it might delay ov a little bit. Hence why I also decided to stop. I do think lowering the dues might be good. If your worried about estrogen dominance you can also try adding seeds to your diet for a more subtle change. I did this. I added chia seeds to my daily diet in around April/may as I read they can help balance your estrogen. If you’re interested in this let me know and I’ll find the info page for you!

Afm- I’m feeling good and yes it’s hitting. Dreamt about my little bean for the first time last night and dreamt we found out we are having a boy. Feeling supppper exhausted today and nausea cranking up a bit. Decided to not test for the first time today as had good progression and need to break that habit soon!

I have also read that it may delay ovulation. I started a very small dose of it again today. I also have no sign of any fertile cm. It’s a mix between creamy and sticky! Usually by now it makes an appearance. Will start bd tonight either way. If AF arrives I will def be asking about info on the chia seeds for next cycle!

Aw.. little boys are awesome can’t wait to find out what you will be having! Have u booked in for an early scan as yet?

 

[Tesh23]

Tesh it actually brought forward ovulation for me but weirdly my temps have been erratic for a while maybe it is linked

When do you usually ovulate? Are you still taking maca?

I feel like my ovulation will be delayed but maybe by a couple of days (which I don’t mind!) but I’m hoping it’s not like 5 days or anything.

 

[swedengirl]

I have also read that it may delay ovulation. I started a very small dose of it again today. I also have no sign of any fertile cm. It’s a mix between creamy and sticky! Usually by now it makes an appearance. Will start bd tonight either way. If AF arrives I will def be asking about info on the chia seeds for next cycle!

Aw.. little boys are awesome can’t wait to find out what you will be having! Have u booked in for an early scan as yet?

No I’m booked with the midwife but decided I wanted to wait until I was 5 weeks before booking in for an early scan- didn’t want to tempt fate too early!

 

[Tesh23]

No I’m booked with the midwife but decided I wanted to wait until I was 5 weeks before booking in for an early scan- didn’t want to tempt fate too early!

I think that’s a good idea. How has your dd’s reaction been to the news?

And yay! A big glob of ewcm just now so ready to bd tonight! Lol sorry for tmi really thought it wasn’t going to show. I started a smaller dose of maca again today and will continue with it through my cycle along with the baby aspirin. I may stop the q10 a few days after confirmed Ov. And then start it again a few days if AF shows up.

 

[Tesh23]

Also when I checked my cervix this evening it was high, medium and strangely enough tilted to the left and not straight if u understand me! I’ve never felt my cervix in that odd position before just thought it was worth mentioning lol

 

[swedengirl]

We have not told DD yet! Want to make sure everything is ok before telling her. Although she told me I had a baby in my belly the other day. We are guessing she has picked up on something although we’ve tried to be careful about what we say around her. She’s been suppppppper mummy for the past week too so we guess she is aware something is changing.

Yay to EWCM!!!! Get BDing. My cervix tilts just after I’ve ovd when I have had Ov pains so I’m assuming strong Ov. So maybe you are gearing up for strong Ov!!

 

[wantingagirl]

My temps are also a bit wonky this cycle - it’s the maca!

Wantingagirl what cd are you on now? And when do u usually ovulate? Are you going to be testing for Ov?

Sweden how are you feeling? Has everything totally kicked in as yet?

Yep I either put the wonky cycles down to Maca or b-100 complex

I got this today flashy smiley face and opk. My only concern is that it was a low day yesterday I usually get at least 2 high days before a peak but maybe fmu showed low fertility and afternoon would have caused high fertility

 

[wantingagirl]

This is yesterday’s whey digital opk said low but it looks like a high day to me and the two lines on the digital opk were quite strong