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[alicatt]

Booo! A little more spotting this afternoon...AF is on her way...I'm trying not to be sad...but......
I do not like AF right now!!

Oh no! BOO!! Evil but isn't it really early? I had spotting on 9 and 11 DPO, but then it disappeared. I hope its not AF.. but if it is, we are here, and can give you

 

[jm1355]

Booo! A little more spotting this afternoon...AF is on her way...I'm trying not to be sad...but......
I do not like AF right now!!

Oh no! BOO!! Evil but isn't it really early? I had spotting on 9 and 11 DPO, but then it disappeared. I hope its not AF.. but if it is, we are here, and can give you

It was just a little but I really feel like the evil is on her way ...

 

[alicatt]

Booo! A little more spotting this afternoon...AF is on her way...I'm trying not to be sad...but......
I do not like AF right now!!

Oh no! BOO!! Evil but isn't it really early? I had spotting on 9 and 11 DPO, but then it disappeared. I hope its not AF.. but if it is, we are here, and can give you

It was just a little but I really feel like the evil is on her way ...

Don't give up yet! I've been feeling like that for days, and right now my cramps are totally different, and my back pain is gone too. Its so strange!!

 

[FirstTry]

I have menstral cramps and a spot. I know my body; I'm out for this month :/

 

[Grey Eyes]

I have menstral cramps and a spot. I know my body; I'm out for this month :/

R U sure? Your temp is so high right now Keep us posted!

 

[FirstTry]

I have menstral cramps and a spot. I know my body; I'm out for this month :/

R U sure? Your temp is so high right now Keep us posted!

Will do. This seems like my normal pattern of cramps and spotting 4-5 days leading up to AF.

I actually feel better now than during the wait. It's the uncertainty that's the toughest part.

 

[Grey Eyes]

I have menstral cramps and a spot. I know my body; I'm out for this month :/

R U sure? Your temp is so high right now Keep us posted!

Will do. This seems like my normal pattern of cramps and spotting 4-5 days leading up to AF.

I actually feel better now than during the wait. It's the uncertainty that's the toughest part.

That's true. I think it's the uncertainty and not knowing during the tww that makes it torture! If this is AF then you can gear up for next round! Would you try anything diferent this time around if it's AF?

 

[FirstTry]

I have menstral cramps and a spot. I know my body; I'm out for this month :/

R U sure? Your temp is so high right now Keep us posted!

Will do. This seems like my normal pattern of cramps and spotting 4-5 days leading up to AF.

I actually feel better now than during the wait. It's the uncertainty that's the toughest part.

That's true. I think it's the uncertainty and not knowing during the tww that makes it torture! If this is AF then you can gear up for next round! Would you try anything diferent this time around if it's AF?

Um, let's see. I did take Mucinex and Tussin this month, but missed a dose or two. I think I'll be more consistent with the Mucinex next month, 600mg, 2x/day (unless someone has another dosage suggestion?). Also, I used Pre-seed, but only small quantities and not every time. So, I'll use more of that. The thought is that my cervical mucus has never been plentiful, so I'll give it as much help as I can.

If June doesn't work, I'd like to try IUI without meds in July. That's the plan for now! At some point, we gotta check out DH's swimmers too.

Thank you so much for the support, Grey Eyes!

 

[jm1355]

Every time I think the spotting will lead to AF it goes away completely...and now I have a headache...I'm probably stressing this too much.

 

[alicatt]

Every time I think the spotting will lead to AF it goes away completely...and now I have a headache...I'm probably stressing this too much.

AWW.. I hear you! This wait is so difficult,

 

[alicatt]

Good morning ladies..

I do not think I have the best news. I am pretty sure that AF is knocking at my door. I spotted again last night, oddly enough its disappeared again. However, the cramping and bloating are out in full force. I think its just a matter of time before the rides in on her broom stick.
I didn't even bother to poas with fmu this morning, that is how sure I am that the has arrived.
I'll keep you all posted, but it is not looking good.

 

[jm1355]

Good morning ladies..

I do not think I have the best news. I am pretty sure that AF is knocking at my door. I spotted again last night, oddly enough its disappeared again. However, the cramping and bloating are out in full force. I think its just a matter of time before the rides in on her broom stick.
I didn't even bother to poas with fmu this morning, that is how sure I am that the has arrived.
I'll keep you all posted, but it is not looking good.

Boo on AF!! But hooray for next month! Let's both stay positive about our prospects for next month...If it happens next month that just gives us more of the summer to enjoy in our bikinis!!! ...not to mention we will be PG during the coolest time of the year...and have SPRING babies!! Getting PG next month will give us a March due date...

Here is some for next month...for both of us. Although AF has not come for me yet...I know it is on its way. I can feel it...

Don't let it get you down...life is pretty good all things considered...right?

 

[alicatt]

Good morning ladies..

I do not think I have the best news. I am pretty sure that AF is knocking at my door. I spotted again last night, oddly enough its disappeared again. However, the cramping and bloating are out in full force. I think its just a matter of time before the rides in on her broom stick.
I didn't even bother to poas with fmu this morning, that is how sure I am that the has arrived.
I'll keep you all posted, but it is not looking good.

Boo on AF!! But hooray for next month! Let's both stay positive about our prospects for next month...If it happens next month that just gives us more of the summer to enjoy in our bikinis!!! ...not to mention we will be PG during the coolest time of the year...and have SPRING babies!! Getting PG next month will give us a March due date...

Here is some for next month...for both of us. Although AF has not come for me yet...I know it is on its way. I can feel it...

Don't let it get you down...life is pretty good all things considered...right?

Jess..

I'm with you there. AF has not arrived yet, but she is certainly flying around, ready to swoop down at any second I think. The Evil , I want to tell her were to shove her broom stick.. LOL
Yes, we will definitely have more fun next month!!! I'm not down so much as a little deflated. Its only the first month that I have tried, and it would be rather pompous of me to believe that I would get it done on the first try right? At least once AF arrives I can schedule my day 3 hormone blood work and the FEM test to look at my tubes.
HUGS!!!

 

[jm1355]

Since the evil is messing with me and wont just go ahead and start, I did the unthinkable! I did something that is sure to make her get this over with and quit with the little spotting here and a little spotting there...

I wore WHITE pants to work!!! Bahahahaha!!

 

[alicatt]

Since the evil is messing with me and wont just go ahead and start, I did the unthinkable! I did something that is sure to make her get this over with and quit with the little spotting here and a little spotting there...

I wore WHITE pants to work!!! Bahahahaha!!

OMG that is too funny!!!!
I did that yesterday!!!
It didn't help though. The little spotting I had didn't appear until almost midnight, by that time I wasn't wearing my white pants!
Still nothing happening today either. The elusive is up to her tricks!

 

[Philomena]

Good Morning, Ladies!
Hang in there! if not this month, then onto next month!
I was glad to be able to get all the testing done. My doctor did a good job of explaining to me what each was for and why it was important and what it all means and even that helped me.... The day 3 hormone blood work will tell you a lot about where you are at in terms of fertility - SO exciting! and the dye test to see if your tubes are open is uncomfortable, but if it's the same as they do here in Alberta, then the doc will let you watch it for yourself and tell you straight away if everything is ok or not. If nothing else, it all put me at ease that there wasn't anything 'wrong' on my end... and if there had been, then at least I would have known and from there come up with a plan of action. I am a fan of more information and understanding why the test, what does it mean and what's normal.... it all makes me feel empowered.

Good luck, ladies!

Jess you made me laugh out loud when I read about the wearing white pants to bring on af!! hilarious! I used to do the same thing!!

phil.

 

[alicatt]

Good Morning, Ladies!
Hang in there! if not this month, then onto next month!
I was glad to be able to get all the testing done. My doctor did a good job of explaining to me what each was for and why it was important and what it all means and even that helped me.... The day 3 hormone blood work will tell you a lot about where you are at in terms of fertility - SO exciting! and the dye test to see if your tubes are open is uncomfortable, but if it's the same as they do here in Alberta, then the doc will let you watch it for yourself and tell you straight away if everything is ok or not. If nothing else, it all put me at ease that there wasn't anything 'wrong' on my end... and if there had been, then at least I would have known and from there come up with a plan of action. I am a fan of more information and understanding why the test, what does it mean and what's normal.... it all makes me feel empowered.

Good luck, ladies!

Jess you made me laugh out loud when I read about the wearing white pants to bring on af!! hilarious! I used to do the same thing!!

phil.

Yep.. if indeed AF is upon me at least I can move forward with the tests! I have done some reading and know pretty much what each is for. I do believe that the Dr will let me see the US while he does the dye test, as he showed me my ovaries when I was there last. Actually that is one reason I know I ovulated this past month, we saw the corpus luteum right there, the day after my OPK said I had ovulated. It was nice to have that confirmation!

Thanks for your support!

 

[Grey Eyes]

Hi ladies, I am exhausted today for some reason I am feeling super dragged out, not sure why, but have afairly easy day ahead (I hope) as I haven't planned any major projects. Then again, I do have the garage to clean out, my girls room to finish up, a medical report to draft for the doctor, and of course, dinner to cook later.

............Think I'll say forget it all

 

[Soberbird]

Hi ladies!
I am new to this site so I thought it might be good to share my story mostly because if I don't get this off my chest I think I might explode.

I am 35 1/2 years old I feel that I need to try and start a family before it's to late.
I have a history that is causing me to fear that I may never get pregnant.
I started drinking and using drugs when I was 12 mostly to cover up the pains of being raised in an abusive family. However, my addiction progressed and spun out of control.
At the age of 22 I was full blown addicted to Heroin and homeless I did so many things I am not proud of and am so greatful that I was given a second chance at life.
I got sober 5/19/2007 I was 30 years old!
From the age of 22 thru 30 there were several periods when I did not have menstration for years at a time and then I would suddenly have periods so heavy that I would need to use three tampons and hour this would last for months and then suddenly stop.
Six months into sobriety I started having regular 30 day cylces which was very suprising to me.
At two years sober I was diagnosed with dysplasia and had a leep procedure done that removed what I think was a lot of my cervix.
At 3 1/2 years sober I was diagnosed with Hepatitis C and I underwent 24 weeks of the Interferon treatment. My viral load is zero and my doctor has given me the ok to TTC.
During my first four years of sobriety I met and had a long term relationship with a man who did not want children and we used the pull out method as BC.
One year ago I finally met the most amazing kind, compasionate, and just all around beautiful man. We decided to stop using protection and give fate to our higher power last month 4/2012 I did not fall pregnant in April and the first day of my cycle for May was 5/3/2012 here is my crazy symptom spotting and obssesions that I have been going thru since that day.
Ladies please be kind I know some may not agree with my past but please believe I have done everything within my power to clean up the wreckage of my past.
5/3/2012 first day of menstrual period
5/13/2012 Positive opk
5/16/12 I believe I ovulated due to pains and the fact that my LH dropped down to negative on 5/17/12
5/18/12 1 DPO breast so sore it hurts to walk fast lol
5/19/12 2 DPO breast sore feeling bloated
5/20/12 3 DPO breast sore/bloated/depressed
5/21/12 4 DPO breast sore/bloated/craving salt
5/22/12 5 DPO breast sore/back pain/pimple on cheek
5/23/12 6 DPO seems like my breast are not as sore today omg..
I am so confused I just don't know where to start I am loosing my mind.
I have had no CM since ovulation and I am so scared that I will never have a family.
My B/F and I BD every night from 2 post ovulation and have BD every night since so I am sure we had good timing.
Do any of you beautiful women have any encouragement or hope that you can pass my way?

 

[alicatt]

Hi ladies!
I am new to this site so I thought it might be good to share my story mostly because if I don't get this off my chest I think I might explode.

I am 35 1/2 years old I feel that I need to try and start a family before it's to late.
I have a history that is causing me to fear that I may never get pregnant.
I started drinking and using drugs when I was 12 mostly to cover up the pains of being raised in an abusive family. However, my addiction progressed and spun out of control.
At the age of 22 I was full blown addicted to Heroin and homeless I did so many things I am not proud of and am so greatful that I was given a second chance at life.
I got sober 5/19/2007 I was 30 years old!
From the age of 22 thru 30 there were several periods when I did not have menstration for years at a time and then I would suddenly have periods so heavy that I would need to use three tampons and hour this would last for months and then suddenly stop.
Six months into sobriety I started having regular 30 day cylces which was very suprising to me.
At two years sober I was diagnosed with dysplasia and had a leep procedure done that removed what I think was a lot of my cervix.
At 3 1/2 years sober I was diagnosed with Hepatitis C and I underwent 24 weeks of the Interferon treatment. My viral load is zero and my doctor has given me the ok to TTC.
During my first four years of sobriety I met and had a long term relationship with a man who did not want children and we used the pull out method as BC.
One year ago I finally met the most amazing kind, compasionate, and just all around beautiful man. We decided to stop using protection and give fate to our higher power last month 4/2012 I did not fall pregnant in April and the first day of my cycle for May was 5/3/2012 here is my crazy symptom spotting and obssesions that I have been going thru since that day.
Ladies please be kind I know some may not agree with my past but please believe I have done everything within my power to clean up the wreckage of my past.
5/3/2012 first day of menstrual period
5/13/2012 Positive opk
5/16/12 I believe I ovulated due to pains and the fact that my LH dropped down to negative on 5/17/12
5/18/12 1 DPO breast so sore it hurts to walk fast lol
5/19/12 2 DPO breast sore feeling bloated
5/20/12 3 DPO breast sore/bloated/depressed
5/21/12 4 DPO breast sore/bloated/craving salt
5/22/12 5 DPO breast sore/back pain/pimple on cheek
5/23/12 6 DPO seems like my breast are not as sore today omg..
I am so confused I just don't know where to start I am loosing my mind.
I have had no CM since ovulation and I am so scared that I will never have a family.
My B/F and I BD every night from 2 post ovulation and have BD every night since so I am sure we had good timing.
Do any of you beautiful women have any encouragement or hope that you can pass my way?

Hey There!

Welcome! It is so nice to hear you are sober and have turned the corner from what sounds like a very scary part of your life. Also exciting that you have decided you want to be a mom!

The only thing that looks to be a little out of wack to me is your BD timing. From what I have read the egg lives 12-36 hours and sperm live for up to 5 days. So it is best to BD the days before your OD, and the day or 2 after. So for you that would have been May 12-18. Have you thought about charting? It is a way that you can keep track of your morning temp (BBT) and see how it fluctuates throughout your cycle. You can chart for free at www.fertilityfriend.com Otherwise, the best advice (and the hardest to do) is to try to be calm Ya.. like I'm one to talk Just relax and enjoy it.

Another helpful website is www.countdowntopregnancy.com it lists early symptoms, and you can also chart your symptoms and temps there as well.

All the best.. spreading some your way!

Ali