AF still isn't here...

karlaluchanne · June 2014

have another discussion going on titled i'm new to all this so please be kind. I would read that first before commenting on this one.

Anyways, for the ladies that have already read that discussion and have commented on it.

Still no PERIOD! Day 32. (Usually I am on point or day after, 28 - 30) Breasts feel full and felt that way Wednesday at my OB appt. He asked me if they usually feel this full when pmsing and I said yes. He asked they are tender. I said no, and they still arent but yes very full. Usually they are tender to the touch.

I woke up to pee about maybe 6 am (maybe 4?) this morning. Noticed spotting on toilet paper so I figured oh well here she comes and now it's almost 10 am and still nothing.

Now I did realize that i still have all day. Lol. but usually spotting never happens with me and if so, period comes like bam! and cramps. I do not have any cramps!

Also went to bed at like 9:30 last night. I was knocked out! I did tell my husband if my period doesnt come by tonight. I am taking a test in the morning. I am not taking one now cause I don't want that BFN disappointment.

(FYI: I had to move this thread because I think I offended someone on the TTC discussion board even thought I have been TTC for 14 months)

I am just asking for advice.. not to be judged. Thanks!

penelopec518 · June 2014

Start tracking your temps, so you can be sure that you are even late. Your cycle can fluctuate in length, so you are likely not even late. I understand your frustration, but that is going to be more helpful than asking this question every month your period is "late".

gscoville · June 2014

I just don't understand how a negative test is any worse than getting your period - both tell you the same thing, if you're not pregnant you'll be disappointed either way. But if you are pregnant, you'd know with a test. What's the big deal???

lalaroller08 · June 2014

FINEdoubleLINE said:

Judging by your other threads, it seems as though you don't know very much about how cycles works. It would benefit you to learn more about your body.

I would read the Newbie Blog, it is the first post on the TTPG board. Here is a link.

https://tbttgp.wordpress.com/

Use the menu tab to navigate.

• The only way you will know if you are pregnant is by taking a test. You can list all the symptomsin the world but we still won't know if you are pregnant. I understand not wanting to see a negative, but that is the only way to answer your question. PMS symptoms can mimic pregnancy symptoms, and your PMS symptoms can change over time.

• if you aren't charting your basal body temperatures you really don't know if you are truly late. There is information about this in the Newbie Blog.

• Spotting can happen, cycles change. Our bodies are not machines. Spotting is most likely due to your period.

• If you have been trying for over a year, it is recommended to see a reproductive endocrinologist for testing and treatment.

ETA: Also, it is best to check the various boards newbie blogs before posting. Each board has it's own community, you will want to read about the community before jumping in

ALL of this. And there is just NO way to know if your period is late if you haven't been temping.

vivalalacea · June 2014

Like others have said, the only way you can know is if you test. Speaking from experience, it is much easier to get the BFN now, than to think you are pregnant and it turn out that you are not. You can get a cheap one from Walmart and have some peace of mind. Also, symptoms can vary from period to period (at least they do for me). Sometimes I cramp, sometimes my breasts are sore, sometimes I don't have any symptoms at all aside from the bleeding. You could really benefit from OPK and BBT, so that you have a more accurate indication of where you are in your cycle.

janda426 · June 2014

I have a feeling that anything other than saying "that happened to me and ended in a BFP!!" Will be considered judging to you.

suzysurparis · June 2014

OP I'm normally between 28 and 34 days (charting days for 10 months). Today is day 44 and still no AF and lots of BFN. But it's best to share this stuff in the daily 2WW thread, because that's where this kind of crazy belongs. (and the crazy counts for me as well as anyone else)

PrimRoseMama · June 2014

My experience is that all the symptoms don't mean diddly squat unless the strip shows double lines.

Where is this other discussion?

catlover790 · June 2014

I don't understand why people don't like to test? if you are "late" then a test would be positive by now if you are pregnant. Just take a $1 test and be done with it, it probably would take less time then typing out an entire post and wondering about it. I like to know things instead of wondering and worrying etc. take a hpt and then you'll know for sure OP; for me yes a bfn is disappointing but then I don't feel bad about drinking etc. and wondering if I was pregnant and/or getting my hopes up.

KatzKiss · June 2014

You said you have been TTC for 14 months. What do you consider TTC? Are you temping, charting, using OPKs, tracking CM? Just because you are having random unprotected sex and haven't had an "oops" baby (quoting from other post) doesn't mean you are TTC and it definitely doesn't mean you have fertility issues.

urani · June 2014

OP, you were given really great advice in your previous threads and you said you would consider starting to chart your basal body temperature. Did you follow through on that? If not, you should start immediately, it will help avoid this kind of confusion in the future.

Good luck to you.

PrimRoseMama · June 2014

bibliothecary said:

PrimRoseMama said:

My experience is that all the symptoms don't mean diddly squat unless the strip shows double lines.

Where is this other discussion?

It's on Infertility and TTTC. Naturally.

Edit: My mistake. She posted this exact thread to just TTTC, although she does have a thread in Infertility. Sorry for my confusion.

I see. Either way...

KatzKiss · June 2014

DarcyHermione said:

KatzKiss said:

You said you have been TTC for 14 months. What do you consider TTC? Are you temping, charting, using OPKs, tracking CM? Just because you are having random unprotected sex and haven't had an "oops" baby (quoting from other post) doesn't mean you are TTC and it definitely doesn't mean you have fertility issues.

I disagree. Reading the OP's previous threads she said they have had unprotected sex each month for 14 months and that does still count as TTTC. Although I would recommend that she try charting and temping for a couple cycles before going to the RE.

I would call it NTNP.

karlaluchanne · June 2014

Did you google me? Lol. I will

KingLED · June 2014

karlaluchanne said:

Did you google me? Lol. I will

No. Should I?

karlaluchanne · June 2014

No I am confused. She told me to change my user name cause she found everything out about in 5 seconds? So I paniced.

btw, cant change your username because.

Please Note: Once your username is created, it can't be changed.

Anyways, No it's not the only thing I am taking from this thread. Ladies, I have been charting etc. every month. I record CD, how long, when we had sex. etc in my app. in a microword word sheet,

karlaluchanne · June 2014

oh crap it didnt post my whole thing

No I am confused. She told me to change my user name cause she found everything out about in 5 seconds? So I paniced.

btw, cant change your username because.

Please Note: Once your username is created, it can't be changed.

Anyways, No it's not the only thing I am taking from this thread. Ladies, I have been charting etc. every month. I record CD, how long, when we had sex. etc in my app. in a Microsoft word sheet, in a program on my computer, on my personal calendar. Doc walked into my room wednesday and said, its time to find out whats wrong because after 14 months and nothing (not exactly pin pointing every month) My husband and I have had unprotected sex since we were 17. I always wondered..

As soon as my period comes I have to go get this blood work done. That is why I am freaking because its day 32 and I am asking what you all think. I am taking a test in the morning. My doctor told me when it comes, call me and I will order this blood work. Wouldn't he had known I was prego Wednesday in his office?? That was day 29.

karlaluchanne · June 2014

No I am confused. She told me to change my user name cause she found everything out about in 5 seconds? So I paniced.

btw, cant change your username because.

Please Note: Once your username is created, it can't be changed.

Anyways, No it's not the only thing I am taking from this thread. Ladies, I have been charting etc. every month. I record CD, how long, when we had sex. etc in my app. in a Microsoft word sheet, in a program on my computer, on my personal calendar. Doc walked into my room wednesday and said, its time to find out whats wrong because after 14 months and nothing (not exactly pin pointing every month) My husband and I have had unprotected sex since we were 17. I always wondered..

As soon as my period comes I have to go get this blood work done. That is why I am freaking because its day 32 and I am asking what you all think. I am taking a test in the morning. My doctor told me when it comes, call me and I will order this blood work. Wouldn't he had known I was prego Wednesday in his office?? That was day 29.

karlaluchanne · June 2014

I have a BBT but havent tired it. I am suppose to take my BBT every morning correct? Before I get up and write it down? What is the best time to start it? Also, if I do it for one cycle, will i find a good timing then?

TheBorg7of9 · June 2014

If you've been having sex for 8 years without protection and no pregnancy yet, I would skip straight to a reproductive endocrinologist. OBs aren't the most efficient or knowledgable about infertility. While you wait for an appointment, read a book called Taking Charge of Your Fertility, so at least you know how your cycles work.

karlaluchanne · June 2014

AF came yesterday afternoon. That was CD33. I called OB this morning and he ordered blood work. Just need to make my appointment. Thanks ladies.

chaysefaith · June 2014

karlaluchanne said:

AF came yesterday afternoon. That was CD33. I called OB this morning and he ordered blood work. Just need to make my appointment. Thanks ladies.

You could start temping now, too.

lizzyp9112 · June 2014

Well done, @bibliothecary.

loisloan1118 · June 2014

karlaluchanne said:

No I am confused. She told me to change my user name cause she found everything out about in 5 seconds? So I paniced.

btw, cant change your username because.
Please Note: Once your username is created, it can't be changed.

You can change your user name. Email community@thebump.com
Send them 3 choices. It took about 3 weeks for them to change mine, but one day it was changed.
Edit: I messed up the quote & tried to change it, didn't work.
Also - just take a test! Good luck!

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