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[roopachoo]

Yeah maybe, I've tried all sorts and the one I found worked best for me are days 2-6. 3-7 I didn't o until cd20+ most months

Can I ask what dosage worked for you?

I see you're 21 weeks- how exciting- I remember being so thrilled at that stage as you're nearing the time that most hospitals consider your little bubby viable for life outside the womb... not that we want to see them for another 19 weeks though! But still comforting to know nonetheless

Well I took a number of things due to recurrent pregnancy loss. I was taking 300mg Co Enzyme Q10 (for egg quality) and low dose aspirin initially I was taking this for circulation and lining quality but that was added to my rpl protocol. I truly believe those two things are the things that helped me to ovulate earlier. I did 2-6 120 120 160 160 200 and I ovulated on CD10

My previous pregnancy I wasn't taking any of the other things. I took soy 2-6 200mg and didn't ovulate until cd 18 and had over stimulated. I had four 3cm enlarged follicles sadly we lost her at 9 weeks... She had turners syndrome and I really think that had something to do with my egg quality... I'm rambling a bit sorry lol.

I'm soooo excited, 2 weeks 6 days until V day :yippe:

Sorry to hear about your earlier loss, and how wonderful that you've managed to overcome all the challenges you faced and are now past V day!!

So you think that taking the soy CD2-6 caused you over stimulate? Yet CD2-6 was fine this time round for you, in conjunction the the Co Q10? I've got polycystic ovaries, a CD3 ultrasound showed a necklace of a dozen follicles, which probably explains why I ovulate so late as they take longer to mature. SO should I take soy since it seems that my ovaries are already over stimulated?

I haven't taken anything this cycle and I feel like I'm about to O today, which is 3 days earlier than usual (CD16, +ve OPK)... if we're not lucky this cycle do you think I should be taking the later dose of soy (CD5-9) for a more mature egg?

 

[roopachoo]

Thanks for that- makes sense to see what the progesterone picture is that far down the line. GL to you too x

 

[roopachoo]

Is CD21 test ovulation test? Do you know when you might O? Because if you ovulate after CD21 then you will get false results and doc will tell you that you do not ovulate.

Thanks for that tip IceQueen. Last cycle I O'ed on CD19 and had a 10 day LP so when should I have my CD21 (progesterone test)? Half way through my LP?

Hi Roopachoo,

CD21 tests are actually supposed to be done on 7dpo. Thus, if you O'd on CD19, then you would get the test done on CD26 (which is technically, 7DPO). I hope that makes sense? I just had my tests done last month.

GL!

Thanks for that- makes sense to see what the progesterone picture is that far down the line. GL to you too x

 

[Meli_H]

Meli H - did you start with your soy? which days and how many mg?
PS! jealous at your charts, wish i was so regular with early O ...

Hey Ice!

I hope you're doing well. Guess what? I've decided to go for the soy this month, after all. Today is CD2, I plan on taking 80mg CD5-CD9. Wish me luck!!

Hey Meli, that's awsome! I'm CD3 today and i started my Soy last night. Will do CD2-6 (120mg, 160,160,160,160) these are my last pills. I hope this cycle i can pinpoint my O better, last 2 cycles my BDing wasn't perfect, 3 days before O and of course i didn't get my bfp. It's really hard to pinpoint my O with these long and irregular cycles, but i will do my best.
Keep me updated about your soy adventure and GL!!!

Hi Ice,

I will do soy CD5-9, (120, 120, 160,160, 200). I am so nervous!! Gl to you pinpointing your o better and to catching the egg this month!!
Let's keep each other updated on this soy adventure. Have you had any side effects (ohss symptoms) at all?

 

[NDTaber9211]

Hey ladies, mind if I join this thread? DH and I have been ttc #1 since September. I have whacky cycles and issues with annovulatory months. Last month was annovulatory and I got my break through bleeding cd41. I am giving soy a try for the first time. I am doing days 3-7 120 120 120 160 160. I hope soy works for me.

 

[BeautifulD]

Yeah maybe, I've tried all sorts and the one I found worked best for me are days 2-6. 3-7 I didn't o until cd20+ most months

Can I ask what dosage worked for you?

I see you're 21 weeks- how exciting- I remember being so thrilled at that stage as you're nearing the time that most hospitals consider your little bubby viable for life outside the womb... not that we want to see them for another 19 weeks though! But still comforting to know nonetheless

Well I took a number of things due to recurrent pregnancy loss. I was taking 300mg Co Enzyme Q10 (for egg quality) and low dose aspirin initially I was taking this for circulation and lining quality but that was added to my rpl protocol. I truly believe those two things are the things that helped me to ovulate earlier. I did 2-6 120 120 160 160 200 and I ovulated on CD10

My previous pregnancy I wasn't taking any of the other things. I took soy 2-6 200mg and didn't ovulate until cd 18 and had over stimulated. I had four 3cm enlarged follicles sadly we lost her at 9 weeks... She had turners syndrome and I really think that had something to do with my egg quality... I'm rambling a bit sorry lol.

I'm soooo excited, 2 weeks 6 days until V day :yippe:

Sorry to hear about your earlier loss, and how wonderful that you've managed to overcome all the challenges you faced and are now past V day!!

So you think that taking the soy CD2-6 caused you over stimulate? Yet CD2-6 was fine this time round for you, in conjunction the the Co Q10? I've got polycystic ovaries, a CD3 ultrasound showed a necklace of a dozen follicles, which probably explains why I ovulate so late as they take longer to mature. SO should I take soy since it seems that my ovaries are already over stimulated?

I haven't taken anything this cycle and I feel like I'm about to O today, which is 3 days earlier than usual (CD16, +ve OPK)... if we're not lucky this cycle do you think I should be taking the later dose of soy (CD5-9) for a more mature egg?

Thanks hun. For most of us ttc is a tough long road... I really believe that if you have hope you're half way there

No what caused me to over stim last time was the dosage. I was taking 200mg a day

I would highly recommend the q 10 if it's taking a while for your eggs to mature I believe that the q 10 helped my egg quality 10 fold and next time I will use exactly the same regime

Good luck and I hope you caught that eggie xxx

 

[IceQueen86]

Hi Ice,

I will do soy CD5-9, (120, 120, 160,160, 200). I am so nervous!! Gl to you pinpointing your o better and to catching the egg this month!!
Let's keep each other updated on this soy adventure. Have you had any side effects (ohss symptoms) at all?

I had a headache and nausea when i took 200mg that's why now the max i will take is 160mg. But other than that i sleep very good when i take soy
And the first cycle when i increased it to 200mg i had strong O pains. Don't be nervous it might bring you your bfp!

 

[IceQueen86]

Hey ladies, mind if I join this thread? DH and I have been ttc #1 since September. I have whacky cycles and issues with annovulatory months. Last month was annovulatory and I got my break through bleeding cd41. I am giving soy a try for the first time. I am doing days 3-7 120 120 120 160 160. I hope soy works for me.

Yaaay more soy women. Welcome and GL to you!

 

[IceQueen86]

Beautiful D - just wanted to tell you that since i started taking V-D3 and maca 3 weeks ago my skin looks like night and day. I haven't had so clear skin for more than a year!!! Thanks for telling me about V-D3

 

[NDTaber9211]

I've been on V-D3 for almost a year now. My Dr prescribed it for me since my levels were extremely low. Being so low on D3 was the reason why my body wasnt absorbing calcium too.

What is maca and what is it used for if you don't mind me asking?

 

[IceQueen86]

I've been on V-D3 for almost a year now. My Dr prescribed it for me since my levels were extremely low. Being so low on D3 was the reason why my body wasnt absorbing calcium too.

What is maca and what is it used for if you don't mind me asking?

Did V-D3 change anything for you?

Maca is root-like cruciferous vegetable from the Andes of Peru. People use it to increase energy, libido and to balance hormones ..here's a link for you where you get all the info about it - https://natural-fertility-info.com/maca

 

[NDTaber9211]

It's helped my energy levels for sure but that's it that's all I've noticed. Thanks for the maca info!

 

[roopachoo]

Aha I didn't realise there was a link between Vit D3 and fertility? My S-I-L has had 3 mc and has just been diagnosed with a serious VD deficiency for a separate issue (aches and pains) but no link was made between this and her rpl. I wonder if my kidney function is affecting my vit d as this is where it activated? Must get my levels checked. What dosages are people taking?

Have ordered my Q10 - thanks Beautiful D.

Good luck to everyone on Soy this cycle!

 

[BeautifulD]

Vit d was on my rpl protocol too. I took 1000iu it's worth looking into

You're most welcome roopachoo Xx

 

[IceQueen86]

NDTaber9211 - you welcome

roopachoo - i'm taking 2000iu a day

 

[NDTaber9211]

I was super deficient in VD3. I was taking 5000 to get my levels up to normal and my DR told me to keep taking 3000 for maintenance.

 

[IceQueen86]

Just had my last dose of soy last night, now starts the waiting game

 

[Meli_H]

Just had my last dose of soy last night, now starts the waiting game

Ice,

GL to you!!!!

 

[NDTaber9211]

Today is 2 days since my last soy day and I think I see improvements already. I had a spot of ewcm yesterday which has never happened. Some ladies were saying they get that from a surge of estrogen right after their period ends. Now my cm is creamy vs barely there and sticky like normal. My temps are also looking AWESOME which has me super excited. I am really feeling positive this month. Now to just wait for O.

Anyone else seeing cycle improvements with soy?

 

[Meli_H]

Today is 2 days since my last soy day and I think I see improvements already. I had a spot of ewcm yesterday which has never happened. Some ladies were saying they get that from a surge of estrogen right after their period ends. Now my cm is creamy vs barely there and sticky like normal. My temps are also looking AWESOME which has me super excited. I am really feeling positive this month. Now to just wait for O.

Anyone else seeing cycle improvements with soy?

Those results you have sound great!!

Tonight will be my 3rd night taking it. I don't temp during AF, but I will start temping again in a couple of days. I hope I see some good signs also!