TTC: 6 months in

vsgray21 · June 2015

Some encouragement would be appreciated. We've been trying with no lock. Hopefully this is our month

katy0990 · June 2015

Good luck!

lalala2004 · June 2015

Are you charting your cycle/temps? Most people in this board use Fertility Friend, and it's super helpful for knowing what's going on with your body.

KristieA · June 2015

You should also get your hands on a copy of Taking Charge of Your Fertility if you haven't read it already. Mine came in the post today and I can't put it down- the information in there is fantastic!

vsgray21 · June 2015

Thanks everyone. I haven't done temps yet but I'm charting my cycle.

lalala2004 · June 2015

I would if I were you. It seems to be the best way to confirm ovulation and making sure you're hitting that fertile window.

cattlebride · June 2015

vsgray21 said:
Thanks everyone. I haven't done temps yet but I'm charting my cycle.

This won't help much our bodies are not calendars., I'm not trying to be snarky but do as pp suggested plus charting your temperatures, cervical mucous, and possibly opks.

When we were first trying to conceive dd it took me 4 months to figure out we were not having sex in my fertile window. I was under the impression that you ovulated 14 days prior to your period starting. This just simply isn't true. If you chart you will learn when you personally ovulate.

kosmo86 · June 2015

It can seem like a hassle to temp everyday but you get used to it fast. The real issue is that there is no real way to know when you ovulated. The luteal phase is not always 14 days and can be any time between 10 and 16 days which means you the day you think you are ovulating could be a few days before or after when you think it is currently.

Fepon24 · June 2015

It can take a healthy couple a year to conceive as long as you aren't 35 or older. I wouldn't worry till then. Do all the things recommended on this board and enjoy all the sex!!!

mommygrams0730 · June 2015

kosmo86 said:
It can seem like a hassle to temp everyday but you get used to it fast. The real issue is that there is no real way to know when you ovulated. The luteal phase is not always 14 days and can be any time between 10 and 16 days which means you the day you think you are ovulating could be a few days before or after when you think it is currently.

I'm sure for some it's a hassle, but I seriously look forward to it because it gives me something while I have to wait. At least by temping I have an idea of what's happening while I wait for what my body is going to do anyway. Although there is interpretation it takes most of the guess work away.

PrimRoseMama · June 2015

vsgray21 said:
Some encouragement would be appreciated. We've been trying with no lock. Hopefully this is our month

It can take some couples up to a year. How are you determining your fertile window?

mrsmommya · June 2015

I love the temping too! It also gives me something to do in the waiting times. Would also suggest opks. They are also good to keep from going insane while waiting.

ljwisniew · June 2015

Mrs Mommy said:

I love the temping too! It also gives me something to do in the waiting times. Would also suggest opks. They are also good to keep from going insane while waiting.

Me too! makes me feel like I'm being "productive" instead of waiting around.

Lovelymisslisa · June 2015

I just started temping this month after Ttc 6 month or so and today was the day it spiked !!!i haven't been so excited since I got my first flashing smiley opk lol,I feel so much more confident in this than the opk's,because I know those can read falsely at times (apparently) . As far as the topic of this post goes, I definitely have a hard time staying positive some days,but I keep telling myself it will all be worth it,and what's worrying going to do besides prolong the process? One day we're going to hold that perfect little angel in our arms,and all the countless tears and sleepless nights through this process (5 years for me dude,almost 4 1/2 years trying to convince my husband,then when he says yes FINALLY ,of course it still hasn't happened,of course!) will be silly in comparison to the incredibly perfect timing that God (not pushing my beliefs,I promise) has planned for our families! I wish you lots and lots of luck! Please please please wish me the same !

cattlebride · June 2015

Lovelymisslisa said:
I just started temping this month after Ttc 6 month or so and today was the day it spiked !!!i haven't been so excited since I got my first flashing smiley opk lol,I feel so much more confident in this than the opk's,because I know those can read falsely at times (apparently) . As far as the topic of this post goes, I definitely have a hard time staying positive some days,but I keep telling myself it will all be worth it,and what's worrying going to do besides prolong the process? One day we're going to hold that perfect little angel in our arms,and all the countless tears and sleepless nights through this process (5 years for me dude,almost 4 1/2 years trying to convince my husband,then when he says yes FINALLY ,of course it still hasn't happened,of course!) will be silly in comparison to the incredibly perfect timing that God (not pushing my beliefs,I promise) has planned for our families! I wish you luck,lots of baby dust! Please please please wish me the same !

Hi I'm pretty sure you are new. A lot of people on this particular site frown upon the use of baby dust due to a lot of women have had to cremate babies, miscarriages and find the term in poor taste. Please lurk around and get a feel for the community.

Lovelymisslisa · June 2015

Edited and taken care of.

Lovelymisslisa · June 2015

And surprise surprise something was taken out of context and someone could possibly be offended when something is said with nothing but good vibes in mind! I have been reading this site for days and find it crazy the thing people get so offended of and find 'in poor taste' .id not know why we can't lift each other up instead of trying to nitpick and tear each other down over every single word. Crazy

elsiefaye · June 2015

Lovelymisslisa said:
And surprise surprise something was taken out of context and someone could possibly be offended when something is said with nothing but good vibes in mind! I have been reading this site for days and find it crazy the thing people get so offended of and find 'in poor taste' .id not know why we can't lift each other up instead of trying to nitpick and tear each other down over every single word. Crazy

I'm sorry but have you lost a baby and had him/her cremated?. If not I don't expect you to understand why baby dust is considered offensive. Apologize and move on.

PrimRoseMama · June 2015

Lovelymisslisa said:
And surprise surprise something was taken out of context and someone could possibly be offended when something is said with nothing but good vibes in mind! I have been reading this site for days and find it crazy the thing people get so offended of and find 'in poor taste' .id not know why we can't lift each other up instead of trying to nitpick and tear each other down over every single word. Crazy

The situation you describe is not nitpicking. It's respect for the heartbreak of others. It is supportive & uplifting to the community as a whole when someone new simply apologizes instead of going off on a diatribe.

Good intentions do not an slob you from the potential pain you could inflict.

Ignorance does not excuse you.

A simple apology & sincere attempt to consider the feelings of Loss Moms really makes this community a safe, supportive place for all members in different places in their TTC experience.

cattlebride · June 2015

Lovelymisslisa said:
And surprise surprise something was taken out of context and someone could possibly be offended when something is said with nothing but good vibes in mind! I have been reading this site for days and find it crazy the thing people get so offended of and find 'in poor taste' .id not know why we can't lift each other up instead of trying to nitpick and tear each other down over every single word. Crazy

I'm pretty sure this is addressed to me. I was very kind in addressing you. I understood the context you were going for. That being said, I have met a lot of wonderful ladies through this site who have gone on to get bfps and who have then experienced loss. These women come back to the ttgp board to participate and many others lurk even if you don't see them. Loss is extremely difficult and we try to protect those who have been through it. We are very supportive, we are not trying to nitpick and I hardly think I'm crazy. Please search the "if you could tell a newbie anything" thread.

ShallowSeas · June 2015

I'm 8 months in and have been feeling very discouraged. Its normal. I started feeling discouraged after month 4. It is completely normal for a healthy couple to take a year to conceive. My best friend and her husband had been trying for over a year...I got a call from her yesterday telling me she was pregnant...WITH TWINS! You are still early in the game. 5 months seems like forever, trust me i know. 8 months seems like forever but in the grand scheme of things, its not. Have fun with it, don't make it a chore, and try to remain positive.

PugsandKisses · June 2015

I got pregnant on cycle 8 and 9. With charting my temps.

Lovelymisslisa · June 2015

My sincerest apologies ,I honestly meant to offend no one,just give someone in my boat encouragement. I will check out that message board you mentioned and be sure to follow accordingly

y'all ladies have a fantastic day!

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