Young and TTC

liz3443

My husband and I are in our early twenties and have been married for almost a year. We both have always wanted to start a family and now we both feel like it is the right time to try. I went off my birth control in the middle of May and the first day of my last period was May25th. We started trying the following week. I have been reading and reading and reading up on what to expect for symptoms and things of that nature and feel like I am having a few of them. Again, it is very close to my start date of my period so it could be possible its just PMS... however, I'm a bit weary on how to feel about all of this. We both smoke and I have been cutting back for when I do find out I am pregnant (at which point I will be come an ex smoker), but to be honest, I haven't cut back not enough to really affect my mood or anything.I have quit drinking alcohol on weekends and have gone to the doctor already to be sure everything is good to go, so to speak. I had calculated my time of ovulation and hit that nail on the head so I'm hoping!!! I'm supposed to be starting my period today or tomorrow and I'm praying that Aunt Flo misses her train!

THE SYMPTOMS- 

Living in Arizona, you usually feel hot and shortness of breath but lately it's been happening more often, even when I'm just sitting at my desk at work and it feels like someone opened a hot oven door all of a sudden.

My husband has been waking me up in the middle of the night because I am talking in my sleep(not normal for me) and I can usually remember the dream perfectly and can remember each detail. Vivid dreams.

My moods have been insane, but I have been putting the blame for that on not taking birth control anymore after almost a year. Again, I know it could be PMS.

I can't stop eating. I'm a small build and have never really been the type of person who sits down and eats and eats but recently, I can eat a bowl of cereal followed by a bowl of ice cream followed by fruit snacks, followed by a sandwich followed by more ice cream followed by some toast, etc, etc.

My periods are irregular and I know that can be iffy for trying to conceive.I'm just psyching myself out right now and I know I need to be patient. But can any other mommys or mommys to be give me a little insight? What was your first pregnancy like? What symptoms did you have, if any? I'm new to this world so any input would be great! Thanks for letting me complain too, haha!

mmb248

You've really answered your own questions.  All of the symptoms you've listed could be PMS, nerves, or really anything.  If you really want to know how your body works to improve your chances of conceiving, I recommend checking out the newbie blog:  https://tbttgp.wordpress.com/.  The only way to know for sure that you've ovulated is by charting your BBT.  Fertility Friend is an excellent tool for doing that, and you can find a link to it in almost everyone's signature (including mine).

Milagros315

Sorry - the only way to really tell the difference between pregnancy symptoms and PMS (or changes due to coming off BC) would be to take a pregnancy test. Every body is different and every cycle can be different for one person. In the beginning, it's easy to notice every little feeling and it's hard not to dwell on it and let your imagination go crazy. 

My advice would be to check out the newbie link and consider charting your BBT. That can really help you have the best timing, especially if you do have irregular cycles. Good luck! 

Clarinet35

All PPs have given you the advice you need. GL!

beckynsean11

mmb248:

You've really answered your own questions.  All of the symptoms you've listed could be PMS, nerves, or really anything.  If you really want to know how your body works to improve your chances of conceiving, I recommend checking out the newbie blog:  https://tbttgp.wordpress.com/.  The only way to know for sure that you've ovulated is by charting your BBT.  Fertility Friend is an excellent tool for doing that, and you can find a link to it in almost everyone's signature (including mine).

All of this! Welcome.

liz3443

CLECyclist:

Sorry for the frustration you're having, but there is no way another person can tell you if you could be pregnant. If you're having pregnancy symptoms, it's very likely you could turn a test positive at this time.

Haha, do not worry, I wouldn't ask on a blog if I were pregnant, I'm just looking for shared frustration I suppose

liz3443

And thank you everyone for your input!

krdesi

MeatandBandP:

Lizzebra34:

CLECyclist:

Sorry for the frustration you're having, but there is no way another person can tell you if you could be pregnant. If you're having pregnancy symptoms, it's very likely you could turn a test positive at this time.

Haha, do not worry, I wouldn't ask on a blog if I were pregnant, I'm just looking for shared frustration I suppose

1. You listed a bunch of symptoms and asked what we though it could be. Pretty sure that is asking if you could be pregnant.

2. This isn't a blog. Although, some people treat it as such. 

3. Read the newbie link 

This. And maybe get your own, actual blog. I just started one and it does give you an outlet to vent.

vpine

Could be phantom symptoms, happen to us from time to time. I suggest temping to confirm IF and WHEN you ovulate, good luck.

TeeJ526

Welcome! I agree that you may be exhibiting PMS symptoms, especially since you just stopped taking BC. Good luck to you!

liz3443

krdesi:

MeatandBandP:

Lizzebra34:

CLECyclist:

Sorry for the frustration you're having, but there is no way another person can tell you if you could be pregnant. If you're having pregnancy symptoms, it's very likely you could turn a test positive at this time.

Haha, do not worry, I wouldn't ask on a blog if I were pregnant, I'm just looking for shared frustration I suppose

1. You listed a bunch of symptoms and asked what we though it could be. Pretty sure that is asking if you could be pregnant.

2. This isn't a blog. Although, some people treat it as such. 

3. Read the newbie link 

This. And maybe get your own, actual blog. I just started one and it does give you an outlet to vent.

I actually closed with "What was your first pregnancy like? What symptoms did you have, if any?"

That is certainly not taking a pregnancy test over the internet. I know others in the community may ask things like that but I wouldn't ask people who do not know me if I am pregnant, however,  I WILL ask what their experience was.



Again, thank you all for your responses.