Testing plans: Likely tomorrow, even though it's early. I have a big bag of wondfos and zero self-control.
R/R/CS: Still have an upset stomach and cramping. Huge temp spike today. But I know that means nothing. My mantra for the day is *I will not symptom spot. I will not symptom spot*
Chart attached for those that are into that.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I think I am a pretty compassionate person. DH says it's my best and worst quality because sometimes people take advantage of it. I'm known for giving second chances and being the person others lean on for support during a hard time, the keeper of others sercrets, etc. I like to see the best in people until they give me a reason not to.
Testing plans: I've had 3 BFNs since Friday. Think I'm over it until Friday. After that I will wait for AF.
R/R/CS: I'm all over the place. One minute I'm KU, the next AF is imminent. If AF comes, I think it would be this weekend. Since I haven't had AF since June without the help of progesterone, I'm confused if I'm feeling the signs or not. Only time will tell!
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically: my smile. I have really white, straight teeth and get compliments all the time. Personality: leadership ability. Sometimes I'm surprised people take me seriously, esp at work because most of the time I'm cracking jokes in my head. But for some reason, when I speak, people listen. Poor people?!
Me: 31; DH: 31 NTNP: May 2015 TTC #1: late August 2015 PCOS Dx: January 2016, starting Femara Feb 2016 BFP: 2/29/16 - Happy Leap Day!
Testing plans: Maybe Saturday if I want a glass of wine. If not, I'll try to hold out until after AF is due on 11/14.
R/R/CS: I'm trying really hard to find ways to distract myself from my baby fever! I feel like for now, temping an charting are not so good for me, it just makes me anxious. Who knows, next month I may decide to pick back up with it, and add OPKs too, but for this month my window of opportunity is over so I'm trying to just not do anything. I'm trying to get back into working out on most days and taking the dogs for long walks on the other days. There are also decorating and organizing projects around the house that I've been putting off, so I think "the wait" would be a good time to focus on that stuff.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I don't need much to be happy, I'm pretty good at enjoying the simple pleasures of everyday life.
R/R/CS: Well, my temp dropped today. It's still above the cover, but I am having some spotting, so this is it. AF will be here in a day or two. Really disappointed. I know it's only been a few months, but I let my hopes get sky high this month and it sucks. **tmi** I have posted before about my DH having possible/suspected retrograde ejaculation. But it doesn't seem to happen all the time, and I know for sure this month when we had sex on O day that things worked as they should, so I was really thinking we had a good chance. The plan has been to try for the rest of this year, then see a doctor/RE because of this possible issue, but I think I'm going to talk to DH about making an appointment for December if we can. We can always cancel it if by some chance next month works out. He is just so optimistic though, said we'll "try harder" next month and hopefully make it happen. I know he's trying to help, but I just want to feel sorry for myself for a minute.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Right now, nothing, lol. Ugh. I guess I need this question today. Physically, I always get compliments on my hair and nails. Personality wise, I'm very compassionate and open-minded.
DS: June 2008 Married: July 2015 BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
Testing plans: 11/14 I have a wedding that night I'll be 12DPO
R/R/CS: Not much. Temp spiked again. One more high temp and I'll get crosshair. Seriously thinking of stopping temping after my crosshair. My triphasic chart last month with my BFN made me realize post O temping is just turning me into BSC SS expert
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like the fact that I'm not afraid to get out of my comfort zone. I gave up a really good teaching job (with tenure), My family and my country to move here and I never looked back. Now I just started my photography business and I'm a little afraid but still going forward.
Testing plans: I've been testing since 10 dpo with bfn's all over the place. I'm done. I'm calling it quits for this month (
R/R/CS: bfn, cramping, and my boobs hurt. My temp is still up but I expect it to start dropping tomorrow and AF to show on Saturday...onto cycle 13 which is the last one before my RE appt.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically I like my eyes. Personality wise I like my work ethic and ability to make people laugh.
Me: 31 | H: 32
Married September 2014
TTC #1 December 2014 RE appt 12/2015 CD3 labs normal | HSG 1/8/16 clear | H's SA excellent Dx: Unexplained Infertility February 2016, cycle 16 - cycle #1 with Letrozole 5mg + TI | Progesterone=20.6 BFP 2/24/16 - EDD 11/7/16 It's a girl! Isla Quinn born 10/29/16 at 38w5d via C/S -------- TFAS March 2018 RE consultation 8/2/18 Suprise! BFP 8/8/18 natural cycle | EDD 4/19/19 It's a girl! Afton Noelle born 4/10/19 at 38w5d via natural VBAC
R/R/CS: Yesterday I had I the tiniest amount of spotting, so of course I'm all like "Yay implantation bleeding!" Today my temp spiked pretty high, highest it's been this cycle. The crazy SS needs to stop haha. I will know when I test.
GTKY: Physically, my abs. Personality, I'm very dependable.
R/R/CS: dh is having a really hard time with it taking "forever". I'm trying to explain that it seems longer because of what happened but 5 months isn't actually a long time. He keeps thinking something happened to me and that's why it hasn't happened yet. Poor guy
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I've always been a puppies and rainbows person. That took a hit this year but I'm proud to say that it isn't gone completely. Also, I'm much stronger than I thought.
TTC #1 December 2014 RE appt 12/2015 CD3 labs normal | HSG 1/8/16 clear | H's SA excellent Dx: Unexplained Infertility February 2016, cycle 16 - cycle #1 with Letrozole 5mg + TI | Progesterone=20.6 BFP 2/24/16 - EDD 11/7/16 It's a girl! Isla Quinn born 10/29/16 at 38w5d via C/S -------- TFAS March 2018 RE consultation 8/2/18 Suprise! BFP 8/8/18 natural cycle | EDD 4/19/19 It's a girl! Afton Noelle born 4/10/19 at 38w5d via natural VBAC
Testing plans: Not sure yet. I resisted this morning.
R/R/CS: Day 3 of spotting. I had expected (well, I don't really know what to expect since this is my first cycle charting) to see a big temperature drop this morning but it was about the same as yesterday.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I am an optimist but also a fatalist. It's kind of a weird combination but I think it keeps me balanced and at peace.
R/R/CS: My temperature PLUMMETED today. Hoping it goes back up tomorrow and that I can count it as a possible good sign instead of an AF is coming early sign. Oh, the waiting game. <hushed giggle>: Does anyone else sometimes catch themselves hoping the day passes quickly so they can wake up and temp? I had a great run and was in a great mood last night, and overall I'm trying to focus on that it's so exciting that we are TTC and that I should stop assuming it's going to be fraught with problems until/unless it is. Way too soon to borrow trouble. And if it is problematic: I know I have a board of awesome people to talk about it with. Thanks, guys! <wipes tear>
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like that I am an optimist. I think it helps me recover from times of adversity. Sometimes it is tested WAY hard, but eventually I get back.
@FrancesGrace360 - I hope it was IB! The elusive desirable spotting...
@severmilli12 - Hugs to you. FWIW, I'll think positively for you.
@sldp123 - I'm so sorry you are feeling low. Be very good to yourself and use that compassionate heart to love you a little.
@blonde1817 - Temping and Charting has actually made me LESS anxious this cycle - for me, it feels proactive. Of course, everyone is different, but just sharing my experience
Testing plans: I'm trying to hold out until at least Friday.. but it's hard!!
R/R/CS: I got bangs last night!! Haven't had them since high school. They are a little shorter than I would like but my hair grows so fast that I am not too worried about it!
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I am a people person. LOVE to make others happy and that is where I get my true happiness. It does have it's set backs, as @katetastrophem stated, people take advantage of that. I do have a pretty good read on people though so that helps!
Addison (DD) born 6/10/12 M/C 3/3/14 Due 10/8/14 Rainbow Koen (DS) born 7/9/16
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R/R/CS: I'm not temping during the tww so I don't have as much to obsess over! I usually get spotting at about 12dpo indicating AF is coming so I'll just be waiting for that.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like to think I'm a good listener!
Me: 29 years old, DH:31 years old
TTC #1 since July 2015
SA Feb 2016 & May 2016: Excellent count and motility, 3% morphology Surgery Dec 2016: submucosal fibroid removed Awaiting RE appointment
R/R/CS: So, this AM I woke up around 4 AM for whatever reason and I knew that I was not going to get 3 more hours of sleep so I took my temp. It was WAY lower so I just knew that AF was coming. Then, I woke up around my regular time of 5:30 and just for shits and giggles, I took my temp again. It was WAY higher than normal. I decided just to POAS and see what happens. After about 3 minutes, the wondfo was BFN/stark white so I hopped in the shower. I get out of the shower and there's a faint second line. This batch of wondfos has been so cruel to me. I had already thrown out my FMU so I just decided to leave it alone. Does anyone here have experience with evap lines on wondfos?! My brain hurts.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
This is a rough question for me to answer today but I love how independent I am and how I've always been an example for my friends. It feels nice.
R/R/CS: It just hit me that I got to 8 DPO without AF coming (which didn't happen last time I got CH, and last month I didn't get CH at all; my fault). So I'm starting to go BSC already. It's our last cycle trying for a while, so I'm like... looking at my excessive amount of tests and thinking there's no point in saving them, right? So, why not? I mean... just to see? It'll be totally fine, I won't need them for a while...
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! My lips are my favourite feature on myself.
Testing plans: tested this am. All my wondos have marks / dents because DD and DS dumped them all out and played with them (in the package) and the indents play tricks on your eyes. SO, I peed on a FRER, because I had a BFP at 8 dpo last cycle before my loss. There was a very faint line, but I am almost 100% sure its evap, it looks colorless. I'm mad that I wasted an FRER this early.
R/R/CS: I had a big temp drop today, which normally means AF as I have a short LP, but I took it an hour early due to DD waking up, andplusalso I am on progesterone this cycle, my LP should not still be this short. Praying it doesn't mean AF and it goes back up tomorrow.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like how kind I am to others.
@Buttermybiscuit I have had evaps on wondfo in the past, it doesn't happen often, but I never trust them unless I can see it right away.
R/R/CS: I started spotting this morning so am likely out. I hope I don't see you guys in WTO Cycle 13 here we go...
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically I like my red hair. Personality wise I like how independent I am.
Me 35, DH 37
Unexplained infertility and TTC since December 2014
February 2016 - May 2016: 3 IUI's -- all BFN
August 2016: IVF #1 (Lupron, Gonal F and Menopur) -- 12 retrieved, 9 fertilized, 3 frozen and 1 x day 5 hatching blast transferred -- BFN. Sent remaining 3 embryos for PGS testing -- 2 didn't survive thaw, 1 was abnormal.
February 2017: IVF #2 (Gonal F, Menopur, and Ganirelix) -- 12 retrieved, 6 fertilized, 3 sent for PGS testing and all were abnormal
March 2018: IVF #3 (Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix and HGH) -- 14 retrieved, 12 fertilized, 4 sent for PGS testing, and 3 were PGS normal
May 2018: FET #1 -- BFN
August 2018: FET #2 -- BFP!!! healthy baby girl born May 2019!!
July 2020: FET #3 -- embyro did not survive thaw
September 2020 - IVF #4 (Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix and HGH) -- 1 PGS normal
October 2020 - FET #4 -- BFN
January 2021 - IVF #5 (Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix and HGH) -- 2 PGS normal
Testing plans: The plan is to test on Friday at 10dpo
R/R/CS: I'm usually a terrible symptom spotter but so far I haven't had any "symptoms" this cycle
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I'm strong and determined
DS#1: born Dec 29, 2013
TTC#2 since Sept 2014 - unexplained secondary IF
BFP #2: 11.7.14 M/C: 11.27.14 @ 6w3days
BFP #3: 04.19.2015 M/C 04.27.15 @ 4w3days
BFP #4: 10.05.2015 C/P @ 3w4days
Oct 11, 2015: Cycle 13. Starting Femara (2.5mg). HSG this cycle (all clear) - BFN
Nov 12, 2015: Cyle 14. Femara 5mg + IUI - BFN
Dec 10, 2015: Cycle 15. Femara 5mg + IUI #2 - BFP #5! C/P 4w4d Jan 10, 2016: Cycle 16. Femara 5mg + IUI #3 - BFN. Feb 10, 2016: Cycle 17. No IUI or meds. Taking a break - Natural BFP Mar 5, 2016!!!! EDD Nov 16, 2016 Moving to IVF March 2016 Beta at 10dpo: 21, Beta at 12dpo: 98, Beta at 14dpo: 264, Beta at 16dpo: 745 U/S 6w6d: single beautiful heartbeat of 121bpm - It's a boy!!!! Nov 3, 2016: Our family became complete. Welcome DS #2.
@ButterMyBiscuit - sorry that this cycle has been so frustrating for you. Evan lines are the worst thing ever.
Month/cycle: 4/3
CD/DPO: 26/8
Timing: -4, -1, O
Testing plans: Planning on Saturday, but there is a chance patience will run out and I will test Friday morning.
R/R/CS: Other than being sore from starting a new weightlifting routine, I feel pretty good.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I'm pretty darn smart - I was an honor roll student all through school. I now have a good job with a lot of people way smarter than me.
Sorry @teamginger13. I was rooting for you. I'm sure I will be following close behind you for cycle 13.
Me: 31 | H: 32
Married September 2014
TTC #1 December 2014 RE appt 12/2015 CD3 labs normal | HSG 1/8/16 clear | H's SA excellent Dx: Unexplained Infertility February 2016, cycle 16 - cycle #1 with Letrozole 5mg + TI | Progesterone=20.6 BFP 2/24/16 - EDD 11/7/16 It's a girl! Isla Quinn born 10/29/16 at 38w5d via C/S -------- TFAS March 2018 RE consultation 8/2/18 Suprise! BFP 8/8/18 natural cycle | EDD 4/19/19 It's a girl! Afton Noelle born 4/10/19 at 38w5d via natural VBAC
@blonde1817 I feel like temping and charting and OPKs help make me less anxious because I know exactly what is going on instead of wondering. The first month we TTC, I didn't think our timing was good, but I had no way to know for sure, so I spend the whole month thinking "what if..." and analyzing the various scenarios of days I could have possibly O'd, etc. I do get stressed sometimes with temping and OPKs, but in general I feel more in control which helps me relax.
However, I agree with @jolydan and I don't think I will temp next cycle after I confirm O. I was so convinced that my high temps this month were a good sign, and obviously they meant nothing, so I think I'd rather just not know.
DS: June 2008 Married: July 2015 BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
CD/DPO: 34/10? I didn't temp this cycle, so that is purely an estimate.
Timing: EOD
Testing plans: AF typically comes on CD 39 so if she doesn't show i'll start testing
R/R/CS: I had some cramping yesterday and I feel like I'm out this cycle. I guess we'll just wait and see, but I don't have any hope. On the positive side, I'm ordering my BBT today so I can start temping next cycle. I'm weirdly excited about this.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I really like how independent I am.
Me: 28 DH: 29 Married: August 2014 TTC #1 Since March 2015 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2016 SA results normal April 2016 3 rounds clomid + trigger + TI = BFN 3 rounds clomid + trigger + IUI = BFN Uterine polyp removed July 2017 Round 1 IVF January 2018
R/R/CS: TMI warning... Day 3 of brown spotting. Seemed like it was stopping last night, but it continues, although not quite as much? I have no idea. AF isn't due for another week. DH thinks it's a good sign, and I just want him to shut up. This morning I dropped a bowl on the floor, and it didn't even break, but I burst into tears. I didn't anticipate TTC being this much of a mind f**k. Silly me! My chart is attached for whatever it's worth.
GTKY: I like that I put 100% of myself in everything I do, although it's easy to get burned that way.
ETA: words
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Me: 30 & DH: 37
Married: September 2013 TTC #1 since September 2015 BFP 1/8/16 - MC 1/20/16
R/R/CS: I had spotting yesterday, today it has turned into medium level spotting but I actually think it may be AF. It is way too early but actually this is my first cycle off BCP so who know what it should be. I am thinking of moving myself over to WTO but will keep an eye on my pants tonight / tomorrow and see what the crack is (excuse the pun) Ha ...really tickled myself then.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
My ability to see the funny side in most thing & my eyes.
Testing plans: FF says the 14th. AF is due Friday though so if AF doesn't show I may test Saturday!
R/R/CS: Not too much other than I love my husband! He is so supportive and excited it makes this waiting game a lot easier! Also, attached chart for those who like to look at them.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
I love my hair and that I am a patient and caring person, although like others have mentioned people tend to take advantage of that.
R/R/CS: I am so ready for AF to just come.. I want to start a new cycle.. my signs all sucked this cycle..temps, CM, no damn positives on wondfo but I know I ovulated.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like my smile!
@katetastrophem Do you have a Leo obsession like me? Love your siggy! FX for you this cycle!
R/R/CS: Temp went up again today. When I need some motivation not to test (knew I'd get there but was hoping it would be after 9dpo) I chart stalk in FF.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I've don
me . late 30's | h . early 40's | < 3 . 2013
*siggy warning*
ttc#1 . jul 2015
mmc . mar 2016
dx PCOS (non-IR) / subclinical hypothyroidism . summer 2016
tx metformin, levothyroxine, LP progesterone, femara + trigger + ti . fall/winter 2016 BFP . jan 2017 DD . oct 2017
ntnp #2 . summer 2018 mmc x2 . sep 2018 & may 2019 RE workup, dx MTHFR mutation, ultimately unexplained . summer 2019 surprise BFP . aug 2019 DS . may 2020
dx Hashimoto's 2023 ttc #3 . feb 2023 mmc . apr 2023 mmc x3 . mar/jul/aug 2024 dx elevated nk cells tx ovasitol, levothyroxine, baby aspirin, LP progesterone, lovenox, prednisone, femara + ti . jan 2025 BFP . mar 2025
Drink all the wine @carolinw! Creepy internet hugs to you and those with AF on horizen and getting BFNs
Month/cycle: 2/2
CD/DPO: 22/8
Timing: -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +1
Testing plans: Friday but my willpower is leaving me...
R/R/CS: Temps are staying up and I even got a big jump today. I'm going to my doctor tomorrow for a "pre conception" appointment and to make sure my thyroid levels are under control **chart attached***
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I just got my hair cut and I think it's really cute and a good cut for me
R/R/CS: Car accident on the highway screwed up my entire day today by making me too late to do the long experiment I had planned
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like that I'm smart but I feel weird writing that as my thing so I really like my eyes. They're blue-green and I have really long lashes.
R/R/CS: Oh, hello, TWW. I thought I was still WTO, and this morning I find out I'm 6 dpo. That's a pleasant-ish surprise. None of my OPK's fully turned positive that I saw- maybe I was impatient in reading them. Here's to avoiding SS in the next week. (yeah right)
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! My sense of humor.
Sorry to those of you out this cycle and those of you have annoying symptoms.
Month/cycle: 3/2
CD/DPO: 18/6
Timing: -5, -3, -1
Testing plans: Starting to feel the urge to test a little more each day, but also starting to feel more down about our timing this month.
R/R/CS: I'm having some mild cramping on my left side. I started noticing it last cycle around this time and it's happening again. I'm not sure if it's normal or a symptom of something else like a cyst. It's so mild that potentially it could have been happening for a long time, but I didn't notice until I started TTC. Who knows.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I'm really organized.
Testing plans: I tested this morning with FMU. BFN.
R/R/CS: Next month I seriously need to set my alarm really early so I can test at the same time every day. I wasn't expecting to get KU at all this month. But I kind of got my hopes up when my temps shot up. I thought it looked like a triphastic shift (but I probably don't even know what that would look like). However, I have a lot of open circles from waking up at different times and my temperatures have started to slowly drop. Oh well. Now I'm just waiting for AF and waiting to learn how long my luteal phase is since this is my first month temping.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically I like my eyes and my boobs (they're not big or anything, I just like them). And personality-wise I like my strength.
**Edited because I apparently can't form a sentence this morning.**
Re: TWW Wednesday
CD/DPO: 25/11
Timing: -4 -3 -2 -1 O
Testing plans: The plan is to test on Friday at 13dpo but DH mentioned testing tomorrow morning so we will see.
R/R/CS: I woke up with another freaking headache! Gah!
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! One thing I like about myself is that I am super organized.
I'll probably still lurk a bit and my fingers are crossed for all of your BFPs!
CD/DPO: 28/7
Timing: -2, 0
Testing plans: Likely tomorrow, even though it's early. I have a big bag of wondfos and zero self-control.
R/R/CS: Still have an upset stomach and cramping. Huge temp spike today. But I know that means nothing. My mantra for the day is *I will not symptom spot. I will not symptom spot*
Chart attached for those that are into that.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
I think I am a pretty compassionate person. DH says it's my best and worst quality because sometimes people take advantage of it. I'm known for giving second chances and being the person others lean on for support during a hard time, the keeper of others sercrets, etc. I like to see the best in people until they give me a reason not to.
CD/DPO: 30/13
Timing: -5,-1,+1
Testing plans: I've had 3 BFNs since Friday. Think I'm over it until Friday. After that I will wait for AF.
R/R/CS: I'm all over the place. One minute I'm KU, the next AF is imminent. If AF comes, I think it would be this weekend. Since I haven't had AF since June without the help of progesterone, I'm confused if I'm feeling the signs or not. Only time will tell!
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
Physically: my smile. I have really white, straight teeth and get compliments all the time.
Personality: leadership ability. Sometimes I'm surprised people take me seriously, esp at work because most of the time I'm cracking jokes in my head. But for some reason, when I speak, people listen. Poor people?!
NTNP: May 2015
TTC #1: late August 2015
PCOS Dx: January 2016, starting Femara Feb 2016
BFP: 2/29/16 - Happy Leap Day!
CD/DPO: 21/6
Timing: -4, -1, 2
Testing plans: Maybe Saturday if I want a glass of wine. If not, I'll try to hold out until after AF is due on 11/14.
R/R/CS: I'm trying really hard to find ways to distract myself from my baby fever! I feel like for now, temping an charting are not so good for me, it just makes me anxious. Who knows, next month I may decide to pick back up with it, and add OPKs too, but for this month my window of opportunity is over so I'm trying to just not do anything. I'm trying to get back into working out on most days and taking the dogs for long walks on the other days. There are also decorating and organizing projects around the house that I've been putting off, so I think "the wait" would be a good time to focus on that stuff.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I don't need much to be happy, I'm pretty good at enjoying the simple pleasures of everyday life.
It's a boy!
CD/DPO: 25/12
Timing: O
Testing plans: None
R/R/CS: Well, my temp dropped today. It's still above the cover, but I am having some spotting, so this is it. AF will be here in a day or two. Really disappointed. I know it's only been a few months, but I let my hopes get sky high this month and it sucks. **tmi** I have posted before about my DH having possible/suspected retrograde ejaculation. But it doesn't seem to happen all the time, and I know for sure this month when we had sex on O day that things worked as they should, so I was really thinking we had a good chance. The plan has been to try for the rest of this year, then see a doctor/RE because of this possible issue, but I think I'm going to talk to DH about making an appointment for December if we can. We can always cancel it if by some chance next month works out. He is just so optimistic though, said we'll "try harder" next month and hopefully make it happen. I know he's trying to help, but I just want to feel sorry for myself for a minute.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Right now, nothing, lol. Ugh. I guess I need this question today. Physically, I always get compliments on my hair and nails. Personality wise, I'm very compassionate and open-minded.
Married: July 2015
BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
CD/DPO: 24/2
Timing: eod during Fw
Testing plans: 11/14 I have a wedding that night I'll be 12DPO
R/R/CS:
Not much. Temp spiked again. One more high temp and I'll get crosshair. Seriously thinking of stopping temping after my crosshair. My triphasic chart last month with my BFN made me realize post O temping is just turning me into BSC SS expert
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
I like the fact that I'm not afraid to get out of my comfort zone. I gave up a really good teaching job (with tenure),
My family and my country to move here and I never looked back. Now I just started my photography business and I'm a little afraid but still going forward.
CD/DPO: 26/13
Timing: -4, -3, -2, 0, +1
Testing plans: I've been testing since 10 dpo with bfn's all over the place. I'm done. I'm calling it quits for this month
R/R/CS: bfn, cramping, and my boobs hurt. My temp is still up but I expect it to start dropping tomorrow and AF to show on Saturday...onto cycle 13 which is the last one before my RE appt.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically I like my eyes. Personality wise I like my work ethic and ability to make people laugh.
RE appt 12/2015
CD3 labs normal | HSG 1/8/16 clear | H's SA excellent
Dx: Unexplained Infertility
February 2016, cycle 16 - cycle #1 with Letrozole 5mg + TI | Progesterone=20.6
BFP 2/24/16 - EDD 11/7/16
It's a girl!
Isla Quinn born 10/29/16 at 38w5d via C/S
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TFAS March 2018
RE consultation 8/2/18
Suprise! BFP 8/8/18 natural cycle | EDD 4/19/19
It's a girl!
Afton Noelle born 4/10/19 at 38w5d via natural VBAC
Month/cycle: 1/1
CD/DPO:32/5
Timing: -2, O
Testing plans: Fri the 13th. I have a bachelorette party on Saturday. No idea when AF is due, so we'll see.
R/R/CS:Just happy my CH are still there!
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!Uhhh. I like that I'm weird. And I like other weirdos
CD/DPO: 30/10
Timing: -3, -2, -1
Testing: Tomorrow!
R/R/CS: Yesterday I had I the tiniest amount of spotting, so of course I'm all like "Yay implantation bleeding!" Today my temp spiked pretty high, highest it's been this cycle. The crazy SS needs to stop haha. I will know when I test.
GTKY: Physically, my abs. Personality, I'm very dependable.
CD/DPO: 20/4
Timing: O, +1
Testing plans: none
R/R/CS: dh is having a really hard time with it taking "forever". I'm trying to explain that it seems longer because of what happened but 5 months isn't actually a long time. He keeps thinking something happened to me and that's why it hasn't happened yet. Poor guy
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
I've always been a puppies and rainbows person. That took a hit this year but I'm proud to say that it isn't gone completely. Also, I'm much stronger than I thought.
RE appt 12/2015
CD3 labs normal | HSG 1/8/16 clear | H's SA excellent
Dx: Unexplained Infertility
February 2016, cycle 16 - cycle #1 with Letrozole 5mg + TI | Progesterone=20.6
BFP 2/24/16 - EDD 11/7/16
It's a girl!
Isla Quinn born 10/29/16 at 38w5d via C/S
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TFAS March 2018
RE consultation 8/2/18
Suprise! BFP 8/8/18 natural cycle | EDD 4/19/19
It's a girl!
Afton Noelle born 4/10/19 at 38w5d via natural VBAC
CD/DPO: 40/15
Timing: Fine
Testing plans: Not sure yet. I resisted this morning.
R/R/CS: Day 3 of spotting. I had expected (well, I don't really know what to expect since this is my first cycle charting) to see a big temperature drop this morning but it was about the same as yesterday.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I am an optimist but also a fatalist. It's kind of a weird combination but I think it keeps me balanced and at peace.
CD/DPO: 22/8
Timing: -3, -1, +1
Testing plans: Monday I guess. I don't know.
R/R/CS: My temperature PLUMMETED today. Hoping it goes back up tomorrow and that I can count it as a possible good sign instead of an AF is coming early sign. Oh, the waiting game. <hushed giggle>: Does anyone else sometimes catch themselves hoping the day passes quickly so they can wake up and temp? I had a great run and was in a great mood last night, and overall I'm trying to focus on that it's so exciting that we are TTC and that I should stop assuming it's going to be fraught with problems until/unless it is. Way too soon to borrow trouble. And if it is problematic: I know I have a board of awesome people to talk about it with. Thanks, guys! <wipes tear>
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like that I am an optimist. I think it helps me recover from times of adversity. Sometimes it is tested WAY hard, but eventually I get back.
CD/DPO: 22\9
Timing: -5, -3, -2
Testing plans: I'm trying to hold out until at least Friday.. but it's hard!!
R/R/CS: I got bangs last night!! Haven't had them since high school. They are a little shorter than I would like but my hair grows so fast that I am not too worried about it!
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I am a people person. LOVE to make others happy and that is where I get my true happiness. It does have it's set backs, as @katetastrophem stated, people take advantage of that. I do have a pretty good read on people though so that helps!
Addison (DD) born 6/10/12
M/C 3/3/14 Due 10/8/14
Rainbow Koen (DS) born 7/9/16
Lfafer you want to have in your playgroup * Best Baker * Sweetest Lfafer * Best NBR\GTKY Threads* Most Supportive Lfafer * Best Mom * Lfafer you want organizing your meal train after birth
CD/DPO: 23/9
Timing: -2,-1, 0,+1
Testing plans: Nov. 10th (15dpo)
R/R/CS: I'm not temping during the tww so I don't have as much to obsess over! I usually get spotting at about 12dpo indicating AF is coming so I'll just be waiting for that.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
I like to think I'm a good listener!
Surgery Dec 2016: submucosal fibroid removed
Awaiting RE appointment
Month/cycle: 1
CD/DPO: 31/15
Timing: -5, -3, -2, 1
Testing plans: Hmph. See R/R/CS.
R/R/CS: So, this AM I woke up around 4 AM for whatever reason and I knew that I was not going to get 3 more hours of sleep so I took my temp. It was WAY lower so I just knew that AF was coming. Then, I woke up around my regular time of 5:30 and just for shits and giggles, I took my temp again. It was WAY higher than normal. I decided just to POAS and see what happens. After about 3 minutes, the wondfo was BFN/stark white so I hopped in the shower. I get out of the shower and there's a faint second line. This batch of wondfos has been so cruel to me. I had already thrown out my FMU so I just decided to leave it alone. Does anyone here have experience with evap lines on wondfos?! My brain hurts.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
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CD/DPO: 18/8
Timing: -5, -2, -1, 0
Testing plans: 10-12 DPO.
R/R/CS: It just hit me that I got to 8 DPO without AF coming (which didn't happen last time I got CH, and last month I didn't get CH at all; my fault). So I'm starting to go BSC already. It's our last cycle trying for a while, so I'm like... looking at my excessive amount of tests and thinking there's no point in saving them, right? So, why not? I mean... just to see? It'll be totally fine, I won't need them for a while...
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
My lips are my favourite feature on myself.
Me: 30 | DH: 34 | DSS: 14 | DS: 4
PG #2, EDD 10/12/2023
CD/DPO: 38 / 8
Timing: -3, -2
Testing plans: tested this am. All my wondos have marks / dents because DD and DS dumped them all out and played with them (in the package) and the indents play tricks on your eyes. SO, I peed on a FRER, because I had a BFP at 8 dpo last cycle before my loss. There was a very faint line, but I am almost 100% sure its evap, it looks colorless. I'm mad that I wasted an FRER this early.
R/R/CS: I had a big temp drop today, which normally means AF as I have a short LP, but I took it an hour early due to DD waking up, andplusalso I am on progesterone this cycle, my LP should not still be this short. Praying it doesn't mean AF and it goes back up tomorrow.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like how kind I am to others.
@Buttermybiscuit I have had evaps on wondfo in the past, it doesn't happen often, but I never trust them unless I can see it right away.
CD/DPO: 29/16
Timing: -3, -1, 0, +1
Testing plans: none
R/R/CS: I started spotting this morning so am likely out. I hope I don't see you guys in WTO
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically I like my red hair. Personality wise I like how independent I am.
Me 35, DH 37
Unexplained infertility and TTC since December 2014
February 2016 - May 2016: 3 IUI's -- all BFN
August 2016: IVF #1 (Lupron, Gonal F and Menopur) -- 12 retrieved, 9 fertilized, 3 frozen and 1 x day 5 hatching blast transferred -- BFN. Sent remaining 3 embryos for PGS testing -- 2 didn't survive thaw, 1 was abnormal.
February 2017: IVF #2 (Gonal F, Menopur, and Ganirelix) -- 12 retrieved, 6 fertilized, 3 sent for PGS testing and all were abnormal
March 2018: IVF #3 (Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix and HGH) -- 14 retrieved, 12 fertilized, 4 sent for PGS testing, and 3 were PGS normal
May 2018: FET #1 -- BFN
August 2018: FET #2 -- BFP!!! healthy baby girl born May 2019!!
July 2020: FET #3 -- embyro did not survive thaw
September 2020 - IVF #4 (Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix and HGH) -- 1 PGS normal
October 2020 - FET #4 -- BFN
January 2021 - IVF #5 (Menopur, Follistim, Ganirelix and HGH) -- 2 PGS normal
February 2021 - FET #5 - BFP!!! Due 11/6/2021
CD/DPO: 24/8
Timing: -1 and +1
Testing plans: The plan is to test on Friday at 10dpo
R/R/CS: I'm usually a terrible symptom spotter but so far I haven't had any "symptoms" this cycle
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I'm strong and determined
Jan 10, 2016: Cycle 16. Femara 5mg + IUI #3 - BFN.
Feb 10, 2016: Cycle 17. No IUI or meds. Taking a break - Natural BFP Mar 5, 2016!!!! EDD Nov 16, 2016
Moving to IVF March 2016
Beta at 10dpo: 21, Beta at 12dpo: 98, Beta at 14dpo: 264, Beta at 16dpo: 745
U/S 6w6d: single beautiful heartbeat of 121bpm - It's a boy!!!!
Nov 3, 2016: Our family became complete. Welcome DS #2.
Month/cycle: 4/3
CD/DPO: 26/8
Timing: -4, -1, O
Testing plans: Planning on Saturday, but there is a chance patience will run out and I will test Friday morning.
R/R/CS: Other than being sore from starting a new weightlifting routine, I feel pretty good.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I'm pretty darn smart - I was an honor roll student all through school. I now have a good job with a lot of people way smarter than me.
RE appt 12/2015
CD3 labs normal | HSG 1/8/16 clear | H's SA excellent
Dx: Unexplained Infertility
February 2016, cycle 16 - cycle #1 with Letrozole 5mg + TI | Progesterone=20.6
BFP 2/24/16 - EDD 11/7/16
It's a girl!
Isla Quinn born 10/29/16 at 38w5d via C/S
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TFAS March 2018
RE consultation 8/2/18
Suprise! BFP 8/8/18 natural cycle | EDD 4/19/19
It's a girl!
Afton Noelle born 4/10/19 at 38w5d via natural VBAC
Married: July 2015
BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
Month/cycle: 2/1
CD/DPO: 34/10? I didn't temp this cycle, so that is purely an estimate.
Timing: EOD
Testing plans: AF typically comes on CD 39 so if she doesn't show i'll start testing
R/R/CS: I had some cramping yesterday and I feel like I'm out this cycle. I guess we'll just wait and see, but I don't have any hope. On the positive side, I'm ordering my BBT today so I can start temping next cycle. I'm weirdly excited about this.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I really like how independent I am.
Me: 28 DH: 29
Married: August 2014
TTC #1 Since March 2015
Diagnosed with PCOS March 2016
SA results normal April 2016
3 rounds clomid + trigger + TI = BFN
3 rounds clomid + trigger + IUI = BFN
Uterine polyp removed July 2017
Round 1 IVF January 2018
Month/cycle: 3/2
CD/DPO: 25/9
Timing: Decent.
Testing plans: None.
R/R/CS: TMI warning... Day 3 of brown spotting. Seemed like it was stopping last night, but it continues, although not quite as much? I have no idea. AF isn't due for another week. DH thinks it's a good sign, and I just want him to shut up. This morning I dropped a bowl on the floor, and it didn't even break, but I burst into tears. I didn't anticipate TTC being this much of a mind f**k. Silly me! My chart is attached for whatever it's worth.
GTKY: I like that I put 100% of myself in everything I do, although it's easy to get burned that way.
ETA: words
Me: 30 & DH: 37
TTC #1 since September 2015
BFP 1/8/16 - MC 1/20/16
CD/DPO: Dpo 6
Timing: -2 & 0
Testing plans: Unsure right now
R/R/CS: I had spotting yesterday, today it has turned into medium level spotting but I actually think it may be AF. It is way too early but actually this is my first cycle off BCP so who know what it should be. I am thinking of moving myself over to WTO but will keep an eye on my pants tonight / tomorrow and see what the crack is (excuse the pun) Ha ...really tickled myself then.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
TEAM: PINK!!
Me: 30 & DH: 37
TTC #1 since September 2015
BFP 1/8/16 - MC 1/20/16
CD/DPO: 26/9
Timing: -6, 0, +3
Testing plans: FF says the 14th. AF is due Friday though so if AF doesn't show I may test Saturday!
R/R/CS: Not too much other than I love my husband! He is so supportive and excited it makes this waiting game a lot easier! Also, attached chart for those who like to look at them.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself!
I love my hair and that I am a patient and caring person, although like others have mentioned people tend to take advantage of that.
Month/cycle:
CD/DPO: 31/10?
Timing: sucky.. probs just -2 and +1
Testing plans: wait for the b to arrive
R/R/CS: I am so ready for AF to just come.. I want to start a new cycle.. my signs all sucked this cycle..temps, CM, no damn positives on wondfo but I know I ovulated.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like my smile!
@katetastrophem Do you have a Leo obsession like me? Love your siggy! FX for you this cycle!
@carolnw I am sorry you are out.. so am I! blah!
@Ash9614 I am sorry for the 3 BFN's! Those are heart-wrenching... that sucks..
CD/DPO: 29/8
Timing: -3 -2 -1 +1
Testing plans: Friday/10dpo
R/R/CS: Temp went up again today. When I need some motivation not to test (knew I'd get there but was hoping it would be after 9dpo) I chart stalk in FF.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I've don
*siggy warning*
mmc . mar 2016
dx PCOS (non-IR) / subclinical hypothyroidism . summer 2016
tx metformin, levothyroxine, LP progesterone, femara + trigger + ti . fall/winter 2016
BFP . jan 2017
DD . oct 2017
ntnp #2 . summer 2018
mmc x2 . sep 2018 & may 2019
RE workup, dx MTHFR mutation, ultimately unexplained . summer 2019
surprise BFP . aug 2019
DS . may 2020
dx Hashimoto's 2023
ttc #3 . feb 2023
mmc . apr 2023
mmc x3 . mar/jul/aug 2024
dx elevated nk cells
tx ovasitol, levothyroxine, baby aspirin, LP progesterone, lovenox, prednisone, femara + ti . jan 2025
BFP . mar 2025
Month/cycle: 2/2
CD/DPO: 22/8
Timing: -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +1
Testing plans: Friday but my willpower is leaving me...
R/R/CS: Temps are staying up and I even got a big jump today. I'm going to my doctor tomorrow for a "pre conception" appointment and to make sure my thyroid levels are under control **chart attached***
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I just got my hair cut and I think it's really cute and a good cut for me
DS1 -- 9/30/2016
CD/DPO: 22/7
Timing: -2, 0
Testing plans: 10 DPO
R/R/CS: Car accident on the highway screwed up my entire day today by making me too late to do the long experiment I had planned
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I like that I'm smart but I feel weird writing that as my thing so I really like my eyes. They're blue-green and I have really long lashes.
CD/DPO: 24/6
Timing: -4, 0
Testing plans: playing it by ear
R/R/CS: Oh, hello, TWW. I thought I was still WTO, and this morning I find out I'm 6 dpo. That's a pleasant-ish surprise. None of my OPK's fully turned positive that I saw- maybe I was impatient in reading them. Here's to avoiding SS in the next week. (yeah right)
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! My sense of humor.
Month/cycle: 3/2
CD/DPO: 18/6
Timing: -5, -3, -1
Testing plans: Starting to feel the urge to test a little more each day, but also starting to feel more down about our timing this month.
R/R/CS: I'm having some mild cramping on my left side. I started noticing it last cycle around this time and it's happening again. I'm not sure if it's normal or a symptom of something else like a cyst. It's so mild that potentially it could have been happening for a long time, but I didn't notice until I started TTC. Who knows.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! I'm really organized.
Married: October 2014
TTC #1 since September 2015
CD/DPO: 37/14
Timing: -3, -1
Testing plans: I tested this morning with FMU. BFN.
R/R/CS: Next month I seriously need to set my alarm really early so I can test at the same time every day. I wasn't expecting to get KU at all this month. But I kind of got my hopes up when my temps shot up. I thought it looked like a triphastic shift (but I probably don't even know what that would look like). However, I have a lot of open circles from waking up at different times and my temperatures have started to slowly drop. Oh well. Now I'm just waiting for AF and waiting to learn how long my luteal phase is since this is my first month temping.
GTKY: Tell us one thing you really like about yourself! Physically I like my eyes and my boobs (they're not big or anything, I just like them). And personality-wise I like my strength.