Unsuccessful attempts to stay sane...six days late

[crayons]

Six days late...three glaringly negative tests...no other symptoms either way.

Meanwhile, in the past week...

Two announced *second* pregnancies on Facebook.

Sister already planning her second like there's nothing to it.

How do you all stay sane? I try to read about really late bfp tests, but then there are just as many stories about missed ovulation months or stress causing the missing af. I try not to get my hopes up, but it's so darn hard.

I'm so tempted to go buy more tests, but they're f'ing expensive and the negatives aren't helping. I'll probably call tomorrow to schedule a doctor's appointment, but I'd hate to have them confirm a negative.

*sigh*

Thanks for listening/reading.

 

[Jannah K]

Hang in there.... I have irregular cycles but I tried clomid 3mos which helped me to regulate but no bfp...first month off clomud CD 45 and no AF just cramps lower tummy...holding on to hope so don't want to keep testing
All siblings and family friends with kids....it gets depressing plus I am turning 32 in August so it is worrying me...
Let's pray for each other
Xoxo

 

[NDurham12]

Try not to obsess over things.

So many people say they get pregnant because they weren't trying. Even those that have ttc struggles say that when they stop trying and thinking about ttc and enjoy the moment they get bfp.

Stress is a big factor. So relax. Stop testing. That's not going to do anything for you right now.

Don't do anything TTC related but track your temps. Focus on other things.

 

[crayons]

Jannah - Lots of prayers and good thoughts!!

NDurham12 - You're right. Thank you. It gets so hard, but you're definitely right. I didn't buy any more tests and won't right now. Going to work on (and really try) focusing on other things, like making some mint chocolate cupcakes. ;P

 

[Katiehansen12]

Try and stay busy!! That's what I do. Our lives are not DEFINED By when we get pregnant. I think finding contentment regardless of where you are in life, and enjoying the here and now is so much more important then worrying over things that you cannot control. Just do your part, and wait for God to do His! Good luck ladies.

 

[crayons]

Thanks! Very good points and I'm trying to let it happen.

Update: days 7 & 8 I thought af showed up finally to ruin things, but it was light and it's over already...so I don't know what's going on. Sigh.

 

[AnonymousCAT]

Implantation bleeding?

 

[crayons]

That would be amazing, if that's what it is! My stomach has been so upset today... maybe I'll test again next week!

 

[Rsb5209]

Fingers crossed for you! Listening to others talk about getting pregnant like its no big deal is pretty hard. I will definitely not take getting pregnant for granted if I'm ever able to!

 

[AnonymousCAT]

Definitely test next week again or make a doctors appointment if AF doesn't show! FX!

It will happen, and we won't take it for granted! Just keep bding!

 

[jojo82413]

hi crayons & all! I'm right there with you. i'm currently on CD34. I've been tracking my cycles since last june - cycles were always between 28-31 days, so I guess you could say i'm 3 days late. I've taken 2 HPTs - 1 on CD31, another on CD32. both BFN. I do have some light cramping on my left side - have had it for about 4 days now. and tonight, I had some spotting for the first time this month. I highly doubt i'm preggo, definitely since I got to BFNs, so at this point, I just want AF to get here so I can start fresh!! I have a lot of friends with children, several that weren't even planned. I just don't understand how it can be so easy for some & so hard for others! it is what it is I guess. we just have to try to stay positive. i'll pray for you all!!

 

[Hayleykins05]

I'm having the same problem hun, I'm currently 11 days late with no signs of AF. I've tried so hard not to think about it but I know what you mean it is hard especially when everybody around you seems to get pregnant at the drop of a hat. One of my good friends has four children I always tell her all she has to do is sneeze near a man and she's pregnant. It's hard but don't give up! Your time will come!