TTC #1- Looking for buddies!

[steph1607]

Which one? The one 4 hours after the time limit?!

 

[CTgirl]

The ic. I can't zoom in on the other one so can't see something on it (but also my computer screen is really dirty!)

 

[tbfromlv]

Omg Steph!! I see something on both. The IC might be more sensitive than the other brand. This is looking great!!

 

[steph1607]

The IC line wasn't as clear as that within the time limit though, this was when I went back a few hours later. Not sure whether to do another when I get home from work or just try and wait until the morning!
I have 8 ICs left and two digitals.

 

[tbfromlv]

Yeah but that line is pretty pink! If you feel like you can get a solid four hour hold without drinking much, do one tonight. Otherwise just wait till the morning.

 

[steph1607]

I think I'll just try and wait until tomorrow. No point in keeping on torturing myself unnecessarily!

 

[tbfromlv]

I’m so excited for you!!

 

[Dream143r]

Steph - I'm totally ignoring the fact that the IC pic was taken hours later - that's a fab line! As much as I want you to keep going I agree with TB, wait till morning then do another IC. My gut tells me that line will show up the same or even darken within the time window. Yay!

My BD marathon begins tonight. Party time.

 

[SunnyBe]

I see that line Steph!!! And yes, the IC need to be completely dry when you're testing early. I guess they just take a lot longer than FRERs to dry. Omg

 

[tbfromlv]

Ok so I had a second skype consult with another Greek clinic. Sunny you probably have heard of this one: IVF serum. There is so much online about them so I thought why not. They do something called hidden infections testing. So while this is gross, they ask you to send a sample of your AF blood. Apparently regular paps cannot pick up possible hidden uterine infections. Ok. So she wants that, and also the sperm DNA fragment testing because that could actually be the cause of my early losses. She said that embryos are getting a lot of information from the sperm at that time so if it’s not all correct, failure. She says if I test positive for any of the 11 tests they screen for, they would give us both antibiotics and then have us try naturally for 2 months. They didn’t really want to push IVF. The problem is, if we don’t do IVF this summer, I won’t be able to until next summer, so I kind of want to at least do an egg retrieval this summer- unless I get pregnant naturally. I’m so confused lol

 

[AmberR]

Steph- I definitely see it on the IC and think I can see something on the other one as well. I can't wait to see your test tomorrow!

Tb- that is interesting that they would do that additional testing before IVF, but I guess it makes sense! That does cause a dilemma though since it could potentially push back IVF until next summer if needed.

Dream- have fun with the BD marathon!!

 

[steph1607]

There again this morning, not sure if it’s any darker. I’ll try a digi tomorrow morning. Not too long until Monday now anyway!

TB, I have never heard of those tests before, but at least your clinic sound very thorough. I understand your frustration though, waiting until next summer would be very difficult.

 

[CTgirl]

Pics please Steph!

TB, that's so interesting, what does your dh think? When contour have to decide by?

 

[steph1607]

Sorry, I’m so bad at the picture thing- I’m at work and the test is at home!

 

[tbfromlv]

Steph that’s great! A line is a line and a line means pregnant! Plus your line might not change in strength in just 24 hours. I’m so happy for you!

 

[Dream143r]

Steph - so glad the line is still there!

My temp shot up this morning but my OPK def hasn't turned positive. I'm fairly certain I haven't O'd yet even though that's a post-O normal temp for me. I think maybe I just didn't sleep well. I've now lost 9lbs and feeling great.

My 13 year old sister is staying the weekend with us because my mom and step-dad are gone away for their anniversary. Perfect timing during O weekend heehee. We will be having some quiet BDs.

 

[steph1607]

Thanks ladies, do you think I should try one of the digitals in the morning? I will be 8dp5dt... I have two so I could do one tomorrow and one on Sunday!

Wow Dream, 9lbs is amazing, well done! Haha, great timing with your sister coming to stay! I'm sure it will be a lovely weekend though.

My three best friends from childhood are travelling up to see me tomorrow, cannot wait!

 

[Dream143r]

Steph - I think the digitals require a pretty high hcg level to read positive. I would say try to hold out until Sunday for the first one. Of course I know that's easier said then done. In the same breath I've also seen ladies get positive digitals with squinters on ICs. Go with your gut. We support all POAS. Just sometimes the "not pregnant" can be really hurtful especially because you could still be pregnant but to early to read. I'm sorry, that was probably not very helpful at all.

Yay for visiting friends, sounds like a great weekend. Especially if you get that positive Digi!

 

[steph1607]

Well I have the two of them so I think I'll just go for it!

"We support all POAS" might be one of my favourite quotes ever from this forum!

 

[tbfromlv]

Yeah go for it- just don’t get down if it doesn’t test positive because like Dream says they might need higher HCG. I also know the ICs are notorious for being light and slow slow slow progressions! Btw are you taking progesterone?

Dream lol quiet BD- just tell your sis “go watch a movie loud, I’m trying to make a baby!”