Young PCOS'ers! ~ 35 BFPs down!! ~
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I just left my dr apt....my metformin was increased to 2000 mg. a day...and the following 3 cycles of clomid to cd 5-9... My 3rd cycle of clomid which I should begin after af shows this week....I did mention the slight pain that could have been O, she advise that I do the ovulation kit cd12-cd19.she thinks that I may O late...although pushing out the clomid would make me O even later.. Going by my blood work from may it showed that I would have O early in the month... Also hunny goes in for semen analysis.....if we dont get a BFP by Oct with clomid..Jan I'll go back for further testing to make sure my tubes are not blocked.. Or we can look into an IUI... Wheeew that was alot to process in a 30 min apt....a part of me wants to keep hope that it's too early to detect and I have a bfp...wishful thinking 
....well I'm heading back to my office..hopefully I can hide the sadness in my face..my honey works in the same office and he can read me like a book..... Hope everyone has a good day.
....well I'm heading back to my office..hopefully I can hide the sadness in my face..my honey works in the same office and he can read me like a book..... Hope everyone has a good day.
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usually after ovulation you would start an progesterone supplement.
It will be okay. They will better explain this to you at your appointment. But basically the supplement will make up where you are lacking. 
usually after ovulation you would start an progesterone supplement.
Thankyou. They said to come back in october if no bump but dp says if they know about the pcos then why wait?
Im cramping and have sore bbs like af will come any day but nothing and im cd45.
Xxx
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Well if you do get your bfp you def will want to ask them to put you on progesterone supplements right away. And I was the exact same way when I get bfp. I thought af was on the way but she nevered showed. Good Luck!!!
I have had the jelly blobs in the past, similar looking to period clots.
Do a test and see or wait a few days.
How can a hormone test come back normal a few weeks back and then very low progesterone weeks later?
I feel so rubbish! Since learnng my progesterone is very low I am so confused!
It could be low as AF may be on her way or just low because of the pcos I am not sure. My nipples are tender and my appetite is very off.
Progesterone is vital in baby making so with mine being low I'm feeling upset.
My eldest sister had PCOS but she was never overweight with it like me, she had her first at 18 (my niece who is preggers herself ages 24) but back in 97-98 she had numerous m/c and then 98 she had a still birth at 36 weeks, I was only 12 but remember it like it was yesterday. Then in 99 she had three m/c until finally deciding to be sterilised as she couldn't handle it anymore.
She probably had low progesterone too but if so why did no one help her??
Thats why I am scared. My other two sisters are fine with their parts but I am so worried I am going down the same path. First the PCOS, now the low progesterone. I know I couldn't handle an m/c never mind an angel, no one could but I am scared since its happened in my family before then......
So next tuesday I will walk into my doctors and say.....I know you said wait til october if no bump BUUUUTTT.....if you know about the pcos and low progesterone then can I have help now? I would hate to get pregnant and risk an m/c due to low progesterone. Besides I have read online as soon as this is diagnosed (low P) you should seek doctors help for supplements.
If you are low in a certain mineral or vitamin what do you do? Take a supplement such as Iron or B vits so the same should go for low P.
I am totally re-vamping our diet. I feel I eat too much red meat and not enough oily fish or poultry so I am seaching for healthy meals. I am not a lover of fruit but I like things like sultanas and oranges, thats ok isnt it?
Besides, the first thing a doctor says when you are ttc is......lose weight.....YES I know that its pretty obvious isnt it? What do you think I have been trying to do since we started??
Im working late tonight so my late meal in work will be beef in redwine raviolli with my homemade marinara sauce and a bit of parmesan. Thats kinda healthy isnt it?
Sorry to rant and rave a bit but I am so fed up with things.
I know I said I stopped reading into things but when I got my bloods back it triggered me off thinking again.
I hope everyone else is ok.
It could be low as AF may be on her way or just low because of the pcos I am not sure. My nipples are tender and my appetite is very off.
Progesterone is vital in baby making so with mine being low I'm feeling upset.
My eldest sister had PCOS but she was never overweight with it like me, she had her first at 18 (my niece who is preggers herself ages 24) but back in 97-98 she had numerous m/c and then 98 she had a still birth at 36 weeks, I was only 12 but remember it like it was yesterday. Then in 99 she had three m/c until finally deciding to be sterilised as she couldn't handle it anymore.
She probably had low progesterone too but if so why did no one help her??
Thats why I am scared. My other two sisters are fine with their parts but I am so worried I am going down the same path. First the PCOS, now the low progesterone. I know I couldn't handle an m/c never mind an angel, no one could but I am scared since its happened in my family before then......
So next tuesday I will walk into my doctors and say.....I know you said wait til october if no bump BUUUUTTT.....if you know about the pcos and low progesterone then can I have help now? I would hate to get pregnant and risk an m/c due to low progesterone. Besides I have read online as soon as this is diagnosed (low P) you should seek doctors help for supplements.
If you are low in a certain mineral or vitamin what do you do? Take a supplement such as Iron or B vits so the same should go for low P.
I am totally re-vamping our diet. I feel I eat too much red meat and not enough oily fish or poultry so I am seaching for healthy meals. I am not a lover of fruit but I like things like sultanas and oranges, thats ok isnt it?
Besides, the first thing a doctor says when you are ttc is......lose weight.....YES I know that its pretty obvious isnt it? What do you think I have been trying to do since we started??
Im working late tonight so my late meal in work will be beef in redwine raviolli with my homemade marinara sauce and a bit of parmesan. Thats kinda healthy isnt it?
Sorry to rant and rave a bit but I am so fed up with things.
I know I said I stopped reading into things but when I got my bloods back it triggered me off thinking again.
I hope everyone else is ok.
nlk
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mumface, this sucks! I would be pushing them constantly until they take you seriously. Have you asked to be referred to a fertility specialist? Because a lot of them will have much better knowledge of pcos and the trouble it causes, and would therefore be more willing to do something. I know in the UK, not many gps are actually fully aware of pcos. They have a rough understanding, but not enough to treat you. That's why not many doctors here will prescribe clomid themselves.
In the meantime, I'm sure there are a few things you can do to try and help your progesterone levels. Have you tried progesterone creams? I think you might be able to get them from a chemist, maybe over the counter? Also, there are a few foods that have been suggested to naturally increase progesterone levels. I'm not sure how true this is, but I'm sure it's worth a shot?! Things like tumeric (in curry), oregano, thyme, and also foods which are high in B-6 (soy milk, walnuts) can help correct hormone inbalances to do with progesterone levels. I heard that organic meat can also help, because they don't contain hormones like regular meat does, but again, don't hold me to it. I only know of these things because I was also worried about low progesterone.
Sorry for the absolute ESSAY there! But I hope you can take something from it
In the meantime, I'm sure there are a few things you can do to try and help your progesterone levels. Have you tried progesterone creams? I think you might be able to get them from a chemist, maybe over the counter? Also, there are a few foods that have been suggested to naturally increase progesterone levels. I'm not sure how true this is, but I'm sure it's worth a shot?! Things like tumeric (in curry), oregano, thyme, and also foods which are high in B-6 (soy milk, walnuts) can help correct hormone inbalances to do with progesterone levels. I heard that organic meat can also help, because they don't contain hormones like regular meat does, but again, don't hold me to it. I only know of these things because I was also worried about low progesterone.
Sorry for the absolute ESSAY there! But I hope you can take something from it
hopefulfor1st
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Mumface, my progesterone was quite low and thats how they knew I wasn't ovulating. Progesterone goes up after ov, so sometimes no rise means ov.
As for food- poultry and fish, salad and veg- yes!
I think ravioli is pasta? Carbs aren't too pcos friendly, either would b the Parmesan, possibly even the sauce if it's got salt/ preservatives in it.
The general rule is "fresh" so avoid the middle of supermarket where all the packet stuff is, just shop in fruit, veg and meat section. It's hard I know! Try have a treat once a week though, it's easier when u have something to look forward to!
And yes,my doc let me skip the wait as there was no way I was gonna get preg, b firm! Let us know how u go!
As for food- poultry and fish, salad and veg- yes!
I think ravioli is pasta? Carbs aren't too pcos friendly, either would b the Parmesan, possibly even the sauce if it's got salt/ preservatives in it.
The general rule is "fresh" so avoid the middle of supermarket where all the packet stuff is, just shop in fruit, veg and meat section. It's hard I know! Try have a treat once a week though, it's easier when u have something to look forward to!
And yes,my doc let me skip the wait as there was no way I was gonna get preg, b firm! Let us know how u go!
Thankyou for your kind words. Im so frightened i will go through what big sis went through and she was a wreck for years.
Dp has managed to get the morning off work so he will press the doctor too, hes more fourth coming than me.
Yes ravioli is pasta but its either that or something horrid from the canteen. I think i be taking salads in the future with fruit and yogurt. Its so hard finding filling foods that keep you full but are not bad for you.
I will get there in the end.
I have read about progesterone supplements but i will see the doctor first and press for a referal.
Thanks guys!
Dp has managed to get the morning off work so he will press the doctor too, hes more fourth coming than me.
Yes ravioli is pasta but its either that or something horrid from the canteen. I think i be taking salads in the future with fruit and yogurt. Its so hard finding filling foods that keep you full but are not bad for you.
I will get there in the end.
I have read about progesterone supplements but i will see the doctor first and press for a referal.
Thanks guys!
hopefulfor1st
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I work in a shopping centre- with a huge food court
Best of luck for Monday! I would def be asking to see a specialist tho, best person to ensure your helped with pcos and progesterone
Questions!
Best of luck for Monday! I would def be asking to see a specialist tho, best person to ensure your helped with pcos and progesterone
Questions!
i work in manchester city center surrounded by cafes and yummy places to eat. Good job i cant afford to buy dinner everyday!
Me and dp are going to get a long list of questions ready tonight for the doctor and press for a referral.
Xx
Me and dp are going to get a long list of questions ready tonight for the doctor and press for a referral.
Xx
So I have been looking for some yummy recipes to make rather than frozen pizzas and processed food.
MrsC10 said to google midland fertility pcos diet and it let me print a pdf of diet tips, its great! thanks mrsc10!
Breakfast wont change - 2 weetabix with semi skimmed milk, 1 wholemeal toast with marmite (loaded with folic acid) and a cup of tea.
Chicken fajitas with homemade wedges with low fat garlic mayo dip (yum)
Spaghetti Bolognaise made with Quorn
Cottage Pie made with Quorn
Chicken casserole with green beans with mash
Chilli and rice or tacos made with Quorn - switching to quorn where possible.
Naan bread pizza - homemade marinara sauce, red onion, mushrooms and a smattering of Grated cheese (once a week treat) with wedges and low fat garlic mayo dip.
All of the above I can adapt to low fat.
Salad with prawns or ham or chicken with low fat salad cream or other dressing and a slice of wholemeal bread would be great as lunch.
or small bakes potato with tuna or beans or cottage cheese with salad.
My dad makes the most kick ass vegetable soup that uses up all left over veg, its soooo cheap to make and simply delish yum! very healthy too.
Snacks would be: Sultanas, tangerines, apples, grapes, carrots with hummous and rice cake type things like snack-a-jacks. Ryvita with marmite or low fat cream cheese.
Deserts - no more cream buns or ice cream. Instead fresh fruit with low fat natural yogurt instead of cream or just a medly of fruit salad. DP loves Strawberries, bananas, kiwies and plums all slices up in a huge bowl with natural yogurt or plain and it keeps him full for a while.
I will cut down on tea and drink water instead.
Me and dp adopted this way of eating last summer and between us lost around 55lb between us, he lost the most men always do! I weight 10st9lb (149lbs) so to be my ideal weight for my height I guess I should be about 10st (140lb) so 9lb to loose and it will prob re-balance my hormones and make my pcos better and lead to our bubdle of joy!! And I will be the weight I was when I met DP! Neither of us drink alcohol or smoke so we have extra brownie points there I should imagine.
Im off to bed now.
Sorry for the waffle but maybe I wanted to share some meal ideas. If anyone else has meal ideas that are pcos friendly then I would love to see them!
CD47 still no AF......
MrsC10 said to google midland fertility pcos diet and it let me print a pdf of diet tips, its great! thanks mrsc10!
Breakfast wont change - 2 weetabix with semi skimmed milk, 1 wholemeal toast with marmite (loaded with folic acid) and a cup of tea.
Chicken fajitas with homemade wedges with low fat garlic mayo dip (yum)
Spaghetti Bolognaise made with Quorn
Cottage Pie made with Quorn
Chicken casserole with green beans with mash
Chilli and rice or tacos made with Quorn - switching to quorn where possible.
Naan bread pizza - homemade marinara sauce, red onion, mushrooms and a smattering of Grated cheese (once a week treat) with wedges and low fat garlic mayo dip.
All of the above I can adapt to low fat.
Salad with prawns or ham or chicken with low fat salad cream or other dressing and a slice of wholemeal bread would be great as lunch.
or small bakes potato with tuna or beans or cottage cheese with salad.
My dad makes the most kick ass vegetable soup that uses up all left over veg, its soooo cheap to make and simply delish yum! very healthy too.
Snacks would be: Sultanas, tangerines, apples, grapes, carrots with hummous and rice cake type things like snack-a-jacks. Ryvita with marmite or low fat cream cheese.
Deserts - no more cream buns or ice cream. Instead fresh fruit with low fat natural yogurt instead of cream or just a medly of fruit salad. DP loves Strawberries, bananas, kiwies and plums all slices up in a huge bowl with natural yogurt or plain and it keeps him full for a while.
I will cut down on tea and drink water instead.
Me and dp adopted this way of eating last summer and between us lost around 55lb between us, he lost the most men always do! I weight 10st9lb (149lbs) so to be my ideal weight for my height I guess I should be about 10st (140lb) so 9lb to loose and it will prob re-balance my hormones and make my pcos better and lead to our bubdle of joy!! And I will be the weight I was when I met DP! Neither of us drink alcohol or smoke so we have extra brownie points there I should imagine.
Im off to bed now.
Sorry for the waffle but maybe I wanted to share some meal ideas. If anyone else has meal ideas that are pcos friendly then I would love to see them!
CD47 still no AF......
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Hi girls. finally seems like I will O after my chemical. Positive OPKs and twinges since yesterday! CD37.. My last 2 cycles are way off just as I thought my cycles were fine Last one with the chemical was 42 days, lets hope I get my BFP this time and hope it sticks, BD earlier an used concieve plus, will be doing the same tomorrow..
PCOS sucks. how can I go from nice 27-29 ay cycles to 40+ days Grrr
sorry rant done.,. happy to be O'ing
Last one with the chemical was 42 days, lets hope I get my BFP this time and hope it sticks, BD earlier an used concieve plus, will be doing the same tomorrow..PCOS sucks. how can I go from nice 27-29 ay cycles to 40+ days
Grrrsorry rant done.,. happy to be O'ing
Laurabe i hope this is your sticky cycle!!
Im cd47 still no af and no sign of her. It sucks so muxh as was certain i ov?d 2 weekends ago vut with low progesterone i doubt i did.
I cant wait to see my doctor.
Xxxx
Im cd47 still no af and no sign of her. It sucks so muxh as was certain i ov?d 2 weekends ago vut with low progesterone i doubt i did.
I cant wait to see my doctor.
Xxxx
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Hi, can I join? I'm 26, dh 27 and we've been ttc for nearly 10 months after I came off 5 years of cerazette. Diagnosed with PCOS this year, had a mammoth 167 day cycle which only ended after having norethisterone. At the moment I'm on cd 62, waiting for an appointment at the hospital with a gyno to see about metformin.
