Welcome to the 'Two Week Wait'

[Lillyrose20wd]

Now that you mention being out lillyrose, I was thinking the same thing about me except it's been 3 days and nothing yet. It's like AF is teasing me extra this month with twinges and radiating pelvic pains... ::sigh:: And my temps are hovering around the cover line but not crossing it arrrghhhh! the worst part is, I have to let another whole fertility cycle pass before seeing the doc about my test results Ah, I guess it's better than wasting a ton more cycles trying before knowing exactly what's wrong and how to fix things.

I hate spotting!!! Its like torture If the witch is going to show her face then just show it. We will see what happens in the morning. I know some people spot in early pregnancy, but I don't have much hope that is me

 

[DBZ34]

AF is officially here, ladies. BOOOO!!! Hissss!

But I'm actually feeling pretty good today, aside from the cramps. I'm feeling more positive about things, thanks to DH and you ladies. It helps to know you ladies are rooting for me. Thanks so so much!

I had a neat dream a couple of days ago about finding out one of my friends was pregnant and then finding out I was too, and only a couple of days behind her. That would be so cool....if it came true and if it happened next month. Though I think I was talking about finding out in April in my dream...but if AF is late this cycle, I'd end up testing in April. So I guess we'll see. Obviously I need to chat with my friend and see if she's TTC.

I think someone else on here is due for a BFP this month though....C'mon ladies!!

 

[dashka]

oh sorry Ella and Lillyrose about AF arriving!!! Rats!!! but Ella - glad you are being positive about it... it will happen and so glad to hear how wonderful your DH has been... I wish my DH talked to me about it more... I think he thinks it makes me sad to discuss or he doesn't want to get his hopes up... (even though I've told him that I want to talk about it and hear his feelings about it)

Good luck next month!!

 

[sarah_anne]

Okay ladies this may be tmi but I have never had this observation before.

I just went upstairs to change and glanced at the mirror and had to do a double take. I am 4-5 dpo and my areolas are HUGE! Is that normal? I started to look closer because it was freaking my out. Then I noticed my veins showing through dramatically on my bbs. I have no idea what has caused this. Please help!!!

Could definitely be a sign of pregnancy! My breasts and areolas were HUGE when I first found out and my veins were practically bulging out. My breasts also felt SUPER HEAVY. Good luck to you!

 

[sarah_anne]

Anyone interested in a seeing a few ultrasound pictures from Tuesday? I don't want to post and make anyone upset, so I wanted to ask first.

 

[Posey]

Ohhhhhhhhhh Sarah I do I do I do!!!!

 

[Lillyrose20wd]

Still just spotting this morning. I really wish AF would just come all ready so I can move on to my next cycle. My temp also plummeted this morning

How is everybody else today ?

 

[Lillyrose20wd]

Anyone interested in a seeing a few ultrasound pictures from Tuesday? I don't want to post and make anyone upset, so I wanted to ask first.

I would love to see them!!

 

[srrhc]

Okay ladies this may be tmi but I have never had this observation before.

I just went upstairs to change and glanced at the mirror and had to do a double take. I am 4-5 dpo and my areolas are HUGE! Is that normal? I started to look closer because it was freaking my out. Then I noticed my veins showing through dramatically on my bbs. I have no idea what has caused this. Please help!!!

Could definitely be a sign of pregnancy! My breasts and areolas were HUGE when I first found out and my veins were practically bulging out. My breasts also felt SUPER HEAVY. Good luck to you!

Thanks! My nipples are extra sensitive too. Don't want to get my hopes up thought. The only other thing I'm having is small little cramps every now and then.

 

[srrhc]

Anyone interested in a seeing a few ultrasound pictures from Tuesday? I don't want to post and make anyone upset, so I wanted to ask first.

I'd love to see them!

 

[srrhc]

Still just spotting this morning. I really wish AF would just come all ready so I can move on to my next cycle. My temp also plummeted this morning

How is everybody else today ?

Awww I'm sorry to hear that. Your chart was looking so good too! You never know...could just be spotting and not period???? Don't know about the temp though. That's a bummer for sure. Well if this is the showing her ugly face then good luck next cycle.

 

[DBZ34]

Me! Me! Me! I want to see pictures! Also, I love your new pic on the side...so cute!

 

[Posey]

Ohhhh darn it Ella and LilyRose, I was hopeful for more BFPs!!!! Thinking of you both next month, ladies! I think I'll be following suit shortly here, AF is due any day really... my LPs have ranged from 11-14 days, today is 12dpo... we'll see

 

[RCAFWife]

Still just spotting this morning. I really wish AF would just come all ready so I can move on to my next cycle. My temp also plummeted this morning

How is everybody else today ?

That is SO annoying! I feel for you My temps are still playing around. Yesterday it was right on the cover line. This am, it was just one tenth below the cover line and nothing yet. I hope AF doesn't show up at work today because that would be horrible to stand up for several hours with cramps!! I also usually feel fluid leaking just before AF shows up. I read in my fertility book that it is the fluid in the uterus leaking out as the cervix opens in prep for AF. Has anyone else experienced this too?

 

[RCAFWife]

no fluid yet....double-u tee eff....

 

[LilSluz]

Hi ladies. Sorry I’ve been sick w/some allergy/sinus/headache/nausea crap lately so it finally knocked me down this week – off last 2 days sick. But, I’ve been trying to keep up anyway:



Gemmy – I’m having hard time telling when you ov’d – could have been CD19 or even CD20 bc of those temp mini-steps this cycle? FX for you! (I'll be checking up)

Hey Lil. Funny I have really bad sinus probs too. The cold i had is just lingering with snot and pains across my forehead and under my eyes - yuk. So I'm just taking sudafed and eating malteasers whilst catching up on here

Hope you feel better, sounds pretty rubbish

I was thinking maybe I ovulated CD18 or CD19 as they are the same temp and both slightly lower than CD17 when i got the smiley. If I don't enter the +opk FF gives me broken crosshairs for CD9. Thank goodness I know it wasn't that early.

Your chart is looking fab GL

Thanks Gemmy! I'm slowly comin back to the land of the living. Yup, same headache/eye pain it sounds like - fun isn't it? And it lingers forever... Hope you feel better too!

Yeah, I'm glad you knew better than CD9, too. Looks like we are both CD19 now that you got your crosshairs - yay!

 

[LilSluz]

Hi ladies. Sorry I’ve been sick w/some allergy/sinus/headache/nausea crap lately so it finally knocked me down this week – off last 2 days sick. But, I’ve been trying to keep up anyway:

Dashka – 9DPO – you will be w/us in 2WW soon! Big hugs to you my little Canadian naturopath! So wise w/so much great info (i.e., Maca, etc)! I’m going to copy from other post the Maca info so 2wwrs have it too. New thing for me to try next month! (if I have to, that is) Maca is a nourishing food for the endocrine system, aiding both the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands (all involved in hormonal balance.) Maca has the ability to affect key hormones in both women and men without containing hormones itself. In women maca has been shown in studies to help regulate estrogen and increase progesterone (if that is what the body needs). In men It has been shown to regulate estrogen and increase libido and sperm health.

Gemmy – I’m having hard time telling when you ov’d – could have been CD19 or even CD20 bc of those temp mini-steps this cycle? FX for you! (I'll be checking up)

Posey – you aren’t out yet - #’s still look great! Can I ask you a question? You don’t have to answer if you don’t want, but have you ever gotten tested for thyroid? Just wondering from the avg low temps. I’m getting tested myself next week. I just know 10 yrs? ago my blood came back fine, but since my temps were so low they still diagnosed me w/hypothyroidism & I had to take synthroid a while. I’ve been fine ever since, so must be a borderline thing, or I just deal w/it, but runs in family so getting tested again (this time, they have more tests like Free T-3 & Free T-4 & opposite of those, instead of just plain old T-3 & T-4)… I don't wanna freak you out bc there are other reasons for low temps. Just noticed that & wanted to ask (better for you to know than not know rt? & its an easy fix if it was hypothyroidism)

Ella – I really thought it was your month too! Don’t you just love getting news of pregnancies when TTC? Yeah, me too…

Summer & Hopeful – GL to you this cycle!

Lillyrose- I agree it ain’t over til fat witch shows her ugly face! I think Wondfo sticks have some of best success rates & are only like $6 or so for like 50 of them – Amazon.com. FX for you – some +HPT don’t show up until well after AF is already LATE…

babyE – way too early for symptoms & testing – start at 12DPO if you “must”. GL –

SarahA – so glad for peach!

Srrhc – if you want you can post your chart & we can look at it for you. We love charts. We need to get out more often (lol)

Hoosiermama – I LOVE your logon name! Congrats to you! Your scan looks more like a baby than I’ve ever seen? Wow - cool

Hi to Laura, Beaut, DansW & anyone else I missed!

AFM - I finally got my crosshairs today – yay! CD19 I ov’d & I think I tined the BD very well. My Chart is now in my signature. I’m officially in 2WW. I’m going to go take Benadryl now & lay down & watch Netflix. I’m thinking: being sick isn’t all that bad?! Off work, Netflix & drugs – what else could one want out of life? LOL (trying to cheer myself up bc I hate being sick – sorta working)

Lil - hope you are feeling better soon! you are so funny! I'm not a naturopathic (that would make me a doctor)... I'm a Reg. Holistic Nutritionist...(not really practicing anymore - more of a hobby now)

Re: the thyroid thing - that is a very important point... If you have "sub-clinical" hypothyroidism (borderline) a lot of doctor's don't consider it a problem at all..but it can be for fertilty...(especially maintaining a pregnancy once pregnant) My TSH was a little high- like 2.3 or something last summer and my ND was concerned (I think she said it should ideally be under 2.1 for fertility) although my MD didn't think it was a problem. My MD did find a small nodule on my thyroid about a year ago and sent me for tests (we've been keeping an eye on it every 6 months) But my ND recommended taking something that helped and last month when I tested TSH again it was 1.4 - so I'm glad about that.... There is a temperature test you can do as well to check for sub-clinical thyroid.....

Here is some more info from Lorna Vanderhaeghe's website: (she is well respected in Canada in the natural health industry):

Low Thyroid Infertility Epidemic

Back in 1995 the National Survey for Family Growth in Canada found that 10.2% of couples were infertile. Today that rate has skyrocketed and most of us know a couple that is having trouble conceiving.

Infertility can be caused by several reasons including ovulation disorders, PIDs (Pelvic Inflammatory Diseases), hormone imbalance, endometriosis, age, being over- or under-weight, toxic chemical exposure and low thyroid. Low thyroid is a common problem in this country. The thyroid gland is a super regulator of many systems in the body especially fertility. When a woman has low thyroid the body protects the health of the potential fetus by not allowing the women to become pregnant. It is well-known that women with low thyroid have a difficult time getting pregnant and if low thyroid is not corrected the baby has a 150-fold increase in cerebral palsy expectancy and severe neuro-psychomotor defects. Research has also linked ADHD in children to their mother's thyroid deficiency while pregnant. And ADHD is not the only concern IQ can be affected. One study found that offspring of mom's with low thyroid had children who scored 11 IQ points lower than children born to mom's who did not. With 25% of Canadians currently on thyroid medication and another 30% with subclinical low thyroid-and many not being treated adequately-our children may be affected too. So important is this information that every potential mother should be tested and monitored during pregnancy for optimal thyroid function. And new research has shown that a Thyroid Stimulating Test (TSH) over 2.0 can impede a woman's chances of becoming pregnant - and that you do not have to have severe low thyroid for infertility to be a problem. If you are a women trying to conceive or you know someone attempting to become pregnant tell them this very important piece of information. In Canada a TSH lab test range of normal is approximately 0.5 to 5.5 and most physicians would not classify you as having low thyroid until your thyroid is above 5.5. Knowing that updated research shows a TSH above 2.0 can affect your fertility and the mental abilities of your baby it is important to know your TSH number. Better yet start taking care of your thyroid today. THYROSMART is a combination of safe nutrients designed to support the optimal function of your thyroid gland. It is so safe it can be taken along with thyroid medication too. For women who have a TSH over 2.0 that can not get their doctor to prescribe thyroid medication THYROSMART is the missing key. Take 2 THYROSMART with breakfast daily - and remember always ask for your TSH number when visiting the doctor—don't just accept an answer that your thyroid is fine.

Wow, I knew Dr's weren't catching a lot of them thru traditional blood tests, but wow - i didn't realize it was that far off. I am DEFIN going to keep this in mind- copied to my TTC Notes folder. This is so true with a lot of stuff, isn't it? Whilst it may fall in what was pegged the "normal/avg range", it doesn't mean it's the "optimal" range by far.

Same thing w/hormones, I think. I was looking at my 24-hr urine tests & the range for estrogen was "less than or = to 36" (or whatever). OK, so if I have -0- estrogen, that's somehow "within normal range"? Only my DAM could tell me that, "yeah, its in what hey say is normal, but come on - you have a 1.3 out of 36; its' almost as low as it gets".

Oh yeah - sorry I tend to mix up Naturopaths vs Holistic Prac's vs. Homeopaths (?). So, we'll say "RHN" (I'll try to remember). Whether you are a doctor or not, you are very knowlegeable in natural remedies & who knows - maybe you are going thru all of this in order to find that perfect miracle combination that will help other women out there & you can get back into it specializing in Infertility? There is a plan for you, I just KNOW it!

Hope you are having a great weekend. I just got my Saturday chores done, so time to relax w/some benadryl. I haven't looke dup Claritin yet, but i know Benadryl is a B, so fine to take (& OBGYN said totally fine). Trying to knock this thing out b/c "my girls" are coming over for "Girls' Night" tonight - horror flix, wine & good Japanese-Thai delivery until the wee hours of the morning... can't wait

 

[LilSluz]

Okay ladies this may be tmi but I have never had this observation before.

I just went upstairs to change and glanced at the mirror and had to do a double take. I am 4-5 dpo and my areolas are HUGE! Is that normal? I started to look closer because it was freaking my out. Then I noticed my veins showing through dramatically on my bbs. I have no idea what has caused this. Please help!!!

Could definitely be a sign of pregnancy! My breasts and areolas were HUGE when I first found out and my veins were practically bulging out. My breasts also felt SUPER HEAVY. Good luck to you!

Thanks! My nipples are extra sensitive too. Don't want to get my hopes up thought. The only other thing I'm having is small little cramps every now and then.

I don't want to get your hopes up or down, but it could also be hormones. I swore up & down my boobs were "big" & they have been very tender last 2-3 mos. in the 2WW. Unfortunately, I don't think there is one sign out there that can be tied "only" to pregnancy (vs. hormonal surges or other issues) - espec. in the 2WW. I WISH that was something - nipples turn green, whatever, I'll take it! I hope for you, it IS a preg, tho!

From WebMD: Early Symptom of Pregnancy: Breast Changes

Changes in your breasts are another very early sign of pregnancy. When you conceive, your body undergoes a rapid change in hormone levels. Because of the changes in hormones, you may notice in one to two weeks that your breasts have become swollen, sore, or tingly. Or they may feel heavier or fuller or feel tender to the touch. In addition, the area around the nipples, called the areola, may darken.

Pregnancy is not the only thing that can cause breast changes. A hormonal imbalance that's unrelated to pregnancy could be responsible. The changes could also be caused by a change in birth control pills, or they could be a premenstrual symptom.

 

[LilSluz]

Sorry Lilly & Ella for mean, nasty old AF!!!! BOOOOOOOOOOO!

 

[srrhc]

Okay ladies this may be tmi but I have never had this observation before.

I just went upstairs to change and glanced at the mirror and had to do a double take. I am 4-5 dpo and my areolas are HUGE! Is that normal? I started to look closer because it was freaking my out. Then I noticed my veins showing through dramatically on my bbs. I have no idea what has caused this. Please help!!!

Could definitely be a sign of pregnancy! My breasts and areolas were HUGE when I first found out and my veins were practically bulging out. My breasts also felt SUPER HEAVY. Good luck to you!

Thanks! My nipples are extra sensitive too. Don't want to get my hopes up thought. The only other thing I'm having is small little cramps every now and then.

I don't want to get your hopes up or down, but it could also be hormones. I swore up & down my boobs were "big" & they have been very tender last 2-3 mos. in the 2WW. Unfortunately, I don't think there is one sign out there that can be tied "only" to pregnancy (vs. hormonal surges or other issues) - espec. in the 2WW. I WISH that was something - nipples turn green, whatever, I'll take it! I hope for you, it IS a preg, tho!

From WebMD: Early Symptom of Pregnancy: Breast Changes

Changes in your breasts are another very early sign of pregnancy. When you conceive, your body undergoes a rapid change in hormone levels. Because of the changes in hormones, you may notice in one to two weeks that your breasts have become swollen, sore, or tingly. Or they may feel heavier or fuller or feel tender to the touch. In addition, the area around the nipples, called the areola, may darken.

Pregnancy is not the only thing that can cause breast changes. A hormonal imbalance that's unrelated to pregnancy could be responsible. The changes could also be caused by a change in birth control pills, or they could be a premenstrual symptom.

Yes it would be so much easier if we could have some crazy symptom like green bbs or something to help us know Even a crystal ball would be nice
Thanks for the extra information. I usually do have some breast tenderness one to two days prior to AF. During the tww it is easy to start noticing every little thing that occurs in our bodies! I think I'm going to just relax about them for the next few days. (That'll be hard ) I figure if my dear friend doesn't show up next weekend maybe I can test then.