WTO Weekend 4/13-4/14

kbrown2385

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Month/Cycle:

CD:

WAYDTGKU:

R/R: 

CS/Q:

chichiphin

Month/Cycle: 10 / 2 AL

CD: 4

WAYDTGKU: TI with the help of letrozole & progesteron 

R/R: happy to have a plan! So much to do this weekend, so that’ll help days go by before my monitoring scan with the RE on Tuesday morning 

CS/Q: no chart this month - RE said no OPKs & temps and let him do the work this month 

emeraldduchess

@chichiphin hooray for having a plan! I hope that not having to chart helps take away some of the ttc stress this month. 

Good morning, ladies!  

Month/Cycle: 9/8 (third cycle AL)

CD: 16 (get your act together, ovaries!)

WAYDTGKU: prenatal vitamins, temping, charting with Fertility Friend, fertility tea, cutting down on alcohol and making healthy choices. Probably shouldn't have bought those jellybeans the other day!  

R/R: I had dinner with some friends last night and it was exactly what I needed after and INSANE day at school.  It's going to be a busy weekend, but looking forward to having next week off to just relax.

CS/Q: The test line was lighter on yesterday's OPK, so that's at least some change.  Didn't miss O but hopefully it happens in the next few days. 🤞 I am in my FW(according to FF) but DH was too engrossed in his soccer documentary last night and wasn't getting the hint that I wanted to HIO.  I fell asleep waiting for him. Oh well. 

chichiphin

@emeraldduchess I hope it does help with the anxiety this month. Sorry YH didn’t get the hint but I’m glad you got a good night with friends in last night  

inthewoods23

@chichiphin glad you have a plan!

@emeraldduchess why are guys so bad at getting hints?? I probably would have fallen asleep too

Month/Cycle: 22/21

CD: 4

WAYDTGKU: start BCP tomorrow, PNV, vitamin D

R/R: it was a little awkward at the pharmacy yesterday picking up the BCP because the instructions say "take active pills only" and so they slightly questioned me on that but then they came the conclusion that you don't technically have to take the inactive pills so they let it go. I didn't have to say it was prep for IVF phew!

CS/Q: nope

brookert615

@chichiphin So happy you guys have a game plan! Hope you have a great weekend!

@emeraldduchess Glad you were able to have a good night! Sorry you were unable to HIO last night! So frustrating!

@inthewoods23 Glad it didn’t get weird when picking up the BCP! 

Month/Cycle: 9/9

CD: 2

WAYDTGKU: Not enough. 

R/R: These CD1 benders should probably stop. I went out and got a healthier meal and was like “I’ll only have a couple drinks”. Bad Brookie had more than a couple! 🤦🏻‍♀️ But I made my FighterDiet waffles this morning which are only 150 calories and I’ve been dipping them in that Walden Farms calorie free maple syrup. The syrup is probably awful for you but it’s crack and I can’t stop lol. Also got a new bottle of CBD oil so it’s helping! 

CS/Q: Nah, brah.

spacemountaineer

@chichiphin - hooray for a plan and a break from charting

@emeraldduchess - I bought jellybeans yesterday.   I'm excited for you to have a chance to relax!

@inthewoods23 - fx for you!

edit: words are hard and clarification.

Month/Cycle: 4

 CD: 16

 WAYDTGKU: pnv, temping, rhr, opks

 R/R:  I could have used "what does a positive opk test look like" this cycle.  Life is going to be super busy over the next few weeks so I dont know how much I'll be able to bump. 

 CS/Q: I'm giving up on temping orally after this cycle. Also I'm wondering if I've got pcos or a hormonal imbalance of some sort as I'm getting ewcm throughout my cycles. It seems to be getting worse. I'm thinking about going to the doctor next month.

chichiphin

@brookert615 lol Walden farms! I remember that from my competition days oye. And Mrs dash seasonings on everything 

@spacemountaineer I hope temping vaginally can help with some of the charting issues 

b_1029

@brookert615 sorry for cd 2 ❤️❤️ Hope you had fun with all the drinks! It’s totally fine to let loose every once in a while!

NYTino24

Month/Cycle: 5/5

CD: 4

WAYDTGKU: new OB appointment on 4/24 so maybe some bloodwork or a referral then or maybe just a plan if this cycle is a bust since I’m 36... BBT, CM, OPK, Maca, PNV, Vitex, B complex, B6, C, D, magnesium, selenium, Omega3, baby aspirin, Pressed
 
R/R: *TW* Went to an event and like half the women there were pregnant. */TW* Good for them, but man. Also, a coworker flat out asked me in front of two others about us TTC. I don’t mind telling her our struggle, but really hope people won’t ask and I’m betting I won’t get any further questions now. 

CS/Q: not really temping during AF

NYTino24

@spacemountaineer Asking is a good idea, but it’s better to have a lot than none (I think!) I see a big difference in CM if I’m drinking a lot of water. My cycles where my CM was scant were also the ones where my temps were all over. Good luck!

@chichiphin I hope the RE is right and that it works out with minimal stress!

@brookert615 Sorry to see you here. Hopefully a bunch of us bust outta here soon. 

@inthewoods23 Hope you’re pumped. I know it has been a long road for you and I’m hoping this new protocol does it for you!

@emeraldduchess But the jellybeans are so hard to put down!!

brookert615

@NYTino24 Sorry about the event! Sometimes just blatantly telling the truth makes things easier!

misshelen86

Happy weekend ladies!

@chichiphin Glad you have a plan and lots to keep you busy this weekend. A break from charting and OPK’s sounds great!

@emeraldduchess Glad you enjoyed your night out! Sorry YH didn’t pick up on your hints. Men are so aloof sometimes!

@inthewoods23 Glad you didn’t have to explain yourself. GL with the IVF prep. I’ll be keeping FX for you!

@brookert615 Sorry to see you back here friend  That sounds like a yummy breakfast!

@spacemountaineer Do you have irregular cycles or anything else that has you worried about pcos? Doesn’t hurt to discuss with your doctor if you’re worried. 

@NYTino24 So annoying when people ask questions like that. Sorry you had to deal with that.

Month/Cycle: 8/8

CD: 9

WAYDTGKU: Ava, OPK, acupuncture

R/R: The sun is shining today, after several grey days in a row. DH and I have some errands to do, including going to look at paint samples. We are painting all the rooms on the main floor. I think we are going to go out for dinner tonight, just the two of us! 

CS/Q: nada

brookert615

@misshelen86 It is a gorgeous day! What color are you painting your main floor? Enjoy your dinner tonight!

spacemountaineer

@misshelen86 - That's the thing, my cycles run like clockwork. I do have to pluck facial hair and I have a high forehead (but I don't know if it is male pattern baldness. My hair overall has definitely been thinning lately). I had horrible cramps in my teens and 20's, but not so much any more (they're hurt, but no where near what it was like in high school). 

emeraldduchess

@misshelen86 I hope you found some good colors!  Enjoy dinner with your DH. 
@brookert615 I definitely (over)indulge in some wine on/after CD1, so I get what you mean.  I will have to look up fighter diet waffles and that syrup!
@inthewoods23 glad you didn't have to explain anything to the pharmacy.  I get that sometimes they have to flag/question things but no one likes to broadcast their business to strangers. 
@spacemountaineer they were Starburst Tropical jellybeans, so I bought them in the name of research.  Had to compare them to the regular Starburst jellybeans.  Spoiler: not much of a difference.   Still good, though!  I hope you can figure out what's going on with your hormones.  I'm suspecting an imbalance too since my follicular phase is long and I sometimes spot for several days before my period shows.
@NYTino24 I am so sorry you had to deal with your coworker asking you about TTC.  Seriously, why do some people think it's OK to do that? The status of my ute is none of your business, thankyouverymuch.

sevenn

@chichiphin your REI sounds like a cool person!  fx
@emeraldduchess DH and I have had a few arguments over him not getting the hints sounds like you should at least have a bit more attempts
@inthewoods23 i hate it when pharmacies overstep like that!  
@brookert615 i'm a fan of CD1 benders.  no judgement here
@NYTino24 ugh about that event and the questions and all the bellies

Month/Cycle: 6/6

CD: 1

WAYDTGKU: temping (and going to try to minimize open circles, not that it really matters but it aggravates me), CP, OPK, maybe add some RRL tea in for funsies

R/R: CD1.  It took a while getting started today and my boobs were sore and I got that crazy "omg what if" which obviously went in the contrary of my HUGE temp drop today.  but i POAS on a stick anyway.  stupid waste.  

CS/Q: nada.

brookert615

@sevenn Sorry about CD1! Sometimes it is so hard not to POAS! I know I ended up using a digital test last cycle when I had a temp drop as well 🤦🏻‍♀️! 

chichiphin

@NYTino24 I think asking for a referral makes sense - hopefully your OB is cool with that
@misshelen86 I hope dinner with YH was fun! 
@sevenn so sorry about CD1  

flowntheloop

Month/Cycle: 2/2

CD: 2

WAYDTGKU: NTNP. Keeping an eye on ovulation window, no contraception, sperm-friendly lubricant (Pre-Seed), staying healthy in general (working out, hiking, eating healthier), pre-natal vitamins, avoiding unnecessary chemicals/nasties in environment/food/pharms. In terms of eating healthier, I've been adding in lots of extra fruits, vegetables (particularly greens and cruciferous ones), hemp hearts, sesame seeds, and olive/avocado oils. I also have a very low caffeine intake (and I already don't drink alcohol or smoke).

R/R: Just as I suspected, AF arrived yesterday afternoon. I'm finally not feeling like a complete hormonal wreck (you all weren't kidding when you said the TWW can be a total mindf**k!), but the cramps right now are brutal. Hoping for better luck (for all of us) this coming cycle. I think I'm going to nap and rest most of this rainy Sunday away.

CS/Q: nupe

inthewoods23

@flowntheloop Midol if my best friend of CD1 and 2 😊

littleredm

@chichiphin It always feels better having a plan. I hope things go well with the RE on Tuesday!

@emeraldduchess I'm glad that you had a great night with friends!

@inthewoods23 I'm glad they didn't press further. I hate strangers knowing about my personal matters. Whenever I buy stuff for TTC I always use the self checkout to avoid interactions.

@brookert615 I'm sorry for CD 2. Right there with you.

@misshelen86 That's exciting! What color did you end up picking out?

@flowntheloop Sorry for CD 2. My cramps are really awful this time around too. FX for this cycle for you.

Month/Cycle: 16/15

CD: 2

WAYDTGKU: everything

R/R: Well the IUI didn't work and I have horrible cramps for this AF. I think DH and I are either going to do IVF or adopt at this point. No more IUI's. Either way we're going to have to save up for a few months or more to afford things so we'll be researching both options in the meantime and just trying naturally. Excited for Game of Thrones tonight. We have some friends coming over to watch with us.

CS/Q: nothing to share yet.

brookert615

@littleredm So sorry to see you back here ❤️. Hope you can enjoy your night!

emeraldduchess

@littleredm I'm so sorry IUI was a bust.  Hugs to you.  Hope Game of Thrones doesn't disappoint! 
@flowntheloop sorry you're back here.  You're right, ttc totally messes with your mind. 
@sevenn I've POAS more than once after spotting started at the end of my LP. Not proud of it but I think we've all been there!  If you're looking for a good fertility tea, I've been drinking Moontime Fertility tea.  If you like peppermint, you'll like this.  I just started drinking it this cycle so I don't know if it will make any difference, but I figure it can't hurt!

inthewoods23

@littleredm sorry the IUI didn't work! The self checkouts are my go-to even when I'm not buying something embarrassing. I hate interacting with cashiers

flowntheloop

@inthewoods23 Unfortunately, a lot of meds don't agree with me. T_T Thank goodness for heating pads though!
@littleredm Thanks! My CD2 is almost always the worst.
@emeraldduchess Just gotta keep on trying! PMS/PMDD overlapping with the end of the TWW is just awful. My husband was even blown away by how much of an inconsolable mess I was! Once I started my period on Saturday night, it was like a switch was flipped and I could think again! Hormones are wild!