TTC 40 plus!! Lets share the ups and downs!

[Butterfly67]

Willi some people do have bleeding in early pregnancy when AF is due

 

[Willijj448]

So will the HPT still pick up on the hormone even though I had my af? I dont understand how that is possible.

 

[garfie]

Willi - It may be what is called implantation bleeding and it wasn't a true AF

Congrats hun



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[Willijj448]

Also I wanted to know are digital tests better or are all test the same?

 

[garfie]

Willi - From my experience Digi tests are not as sensitive - depends how far on you are - if you tested early (like me) they probably would say not pregnant

Can you put your test up here - and which test did you use



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[Willijj448]

I haven't figured how to do anything on this site except how to post quick responses. I don't know how to do the faces and download my chart from ff or pictures.

 

[Willijj448]

I was also wondering should I only test with FMU or even doing it during the day would be fine seeing that I am not all that familiar with having af and I could be expecting.. I have all boys and never once had this happen where I could be and still have af

 

[Butterfly67]

Willi you need to do the 'advanced' reply to do other stuff like uploading pics (then use the paper clip) and you will get the smilies too

Like Garfie says digis are less sensitive but will give you a clearer result by spelling it out to you. If you are about 2 weeks after ovulation then the digi should say 'pregnant'

 

[Willijj448]

well ladies I went and bought a clear blue test and there is a very faint line. I feel like my eyes are playing tricks on me. Especially that I cant believe that it would come back with any line becuase my af came and it has been 14 days since my last af stopped. Is it possible that I could have gotten pg after my af or do you all think that it happened before my af

 

[Willijj448]

Oh also I forgot to tell you all I have been feeling some cramping and my lower back has been hurting me for the last couple of days.

 

[greens]

Test aagin in a few days, the line could be expected to get stronger.
Some women (not common) have their AF all though their pregnancy, so don't get hung up on did you have af and are pregnant.
Test again if a line is still showing positive on the test then go to your Dr and get the pregnancy confirmed.

 

[Willijj448]

Hello ladies I have another question for you all.. What is a chemical pregnancy? I have heard of this but am not sure what it is.

 

[Mistyy]

Willi - i googled it for you and found this:
What is a Chemical Pregnancy?
Simply stated, a chemical pregnancy is a clinical term for a very early miscarriage. It happens before an ultrasound could even detect a heartbeat (before the 5th week of gestation). This occurs when an egg is fertilized but it does not implant on the uterine wall. Chemical pregnancies are actually quite common, occurring in 50 - 60% of first pregnancies. Often, a chemical pregnancy goes unnoticed, and appears to be just a late period. However, with the high-sensitivity, early-detection pregnancy tests that are on the market now, it’s not uncommon to detect a chemical pregnancy.

For women that are actively trying-to-conceive, the news of a chemical pregnancy can be devastating – particularly after celebrating your positive pregnancy test. You may be concerned about future pregnancies, too. The good news is that a chemical pregnancy shouldn’t interfere with your ability to get pregnant again. It is always good to touch base with your doctor, but it’s typically recommended to wait at least one menstrual cycle to begin trying-to-conceive again. If recurring chemical pregnancies occur, consult with your ObGyn to determine the right course of treatment for you.

How are you now?

and hugs to all xxx

 

[garfie]

Hi Ladies

My results are back and the FS is discharging me (hubby refused SA)

FSH 10.8

LH 4.1

Anyone care to translate for me - I think I know the outcome



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[Pippi_elk]

MISTY, Sounds like your labor was a bit like some of those you see on one born every minute, where everyone is concerned but don't say anything to the mum. Scary but good all went well in end.

hugs Garfie. Think the Fsh:Lh ratio should be as near as possible to 1 on cycle day 1-3.

On phone so keeping this short. Rsi still bad and think stress is delaying ovulation...

 

[Butterfly67]

Garfie sorry I can't remember anything about LH but FSH sounds ok.

Pippi sorry your RSI is still playing you up and your O is being messed around

 

[Barnabibear]

Hi all :wave:

I haven't posted much since Christmas! My sister's marriage has all but fallen apart so I've been involved with her most of the time.

Ive had my follow up appointment with the clinic now. They're changing the protocol. No idea what it means but there's no knowing if it will be better of worse until we do it. So IVF number 2 will start next week. This will most likely be our last chance. I'm scared at the prospect of facing up to living with "no children", and its a very real possibility now. Fingers crossed this IVF works better than the last one. Not looking forward to the process, I went in blind last time and now I know what I have to do its not something I'm looking forward to, shall we say.

Garfie - I have no idea about whats good or bad in terms of lh and fsh unfortunately, so I can't help there.

Big hello to you Pippi, Butterfly and Mistty too.

 

[Butterfly67]

Hi Barni, I'll have everything crossed for you for this ivf

 

[Mistyy]

Barnie - sorry to her about your sister. EVERYTHING crossed here for this IVF. Quietly excited for you Please keep us posted? xxxxx

Pippi - RSI still playing up? Hugs for you xxx Is there anything you can do to help your poor hands? Other than just stop moving them?
PS: i never ever watch birth/hospital/emergency/medical programs on telly. Never have. They make me cry, (i cry at the drop of a hat! ) plus i'm awfully squeemish!

Garfie - my lovely you know i'm clueless about stats and numbers re: fertility, so cant help translate - but i'm sad and surprised the FS didn't go through them with you? Could you call them and ask? Massive I hope there is hope.

Butterfly, Greens, willi and everyone lurking - :wave:

 

[Nise]

Garfie, that's disgusting that you were sent away without having things properly explained - I'm guessing they're just putting you out to pasture because of age. Well keep the faith my lovely, if you feel it then go with it.

As regard your OH's sperm test - you don't need a fertility specialist for that - his own doctor can get that done. My OH went through his own doctor who was absolutely fine about it and didn't think it was strange at all - in fact quite the opposite.

Good luck to you lovely. I'll be keeping it all crossed.