Testing: I gave in and POAS this morning, BFN. I'm undecided if I'm going to test again tomorrow as AF is due if my LP is 9 days again.
R/R/CS: Didn't start off today on a good note, H woke up cranky because I shut the window and then didn't bother to say goodbye so that made me super annoyed. However, new windows are being delivered today and my work day is short, so it's automatically a good day.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Sweet
R/R/CS: So I have some open circles... I'll come clean bout that now. If you look at my chart in the siggy.. I am wondering if I really ovulated CD16 or CD20. Would change everything. so I have two questions: 1) What do you think CD 16 or CD20? 2) I would only have +1 if CD 20 -- does that even count - I see we put it up for timing we say +1 if we have it - why is that? Would it even do any good to have +1?
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Both - love to mix my cashews with m&ms... mouth is watering now.. ahh!
Me: 31 | Husband: 32 Married: September 2014! TTC #1: January 2016 BFP 5/16/16 Quinn Born 1/27/17
@cabu14 I still think CD16. Why do you have the open circles on CD18 and CD19? Like are you saying you think your temp should have been lower those days? In that case I could see an argument for CD20.
As far as +1, I think we include it just in case of O being slightly off, so it's not necessarily fertile. But the egg is viable for 12-24 hours, so depending what time you O and what time you HIO on +1, I guess it's technically possible? I've seen pregnancy charts on FF with only +1 timing, but of course it's hard to know the accuracy of other people's charts.
DS: June 2008 Married: July 2015 BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
@cabu14 that's tough then. If I temp late, my temp is always up, but that doesn't mean it's the same for you. I think you'll probably just have to wait it out (yay, more waiting!) and see if/when you get AF.
DS: June 2008 Married: July 2015 BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
@LadyBrettAshley23 My temp drop happens at a different time every cycle. It has happened as early as two days before I get my period and as late as the day after I get my period. It is a good sign that your temp is still high, but it's not necessarily an indication that you are pregnant.
@cabu14 Based on temps and CM, I would say CD 16. But most of your CM data is missing - does that mean it was dry the other days or you just didn't record it? If you just weren't recording it, then it's possible it wasn't CD 16.
I'm having a BSC moment..since I got the BFN this morning do you ladies think that I'm safe to get nitrous this afternoon at my dentist appointment? I mean, it's negative until it's positive right? ETA: What would you ladies do?
Nevermind...I think AF is on it's way. Just used the bathroom and there was pink when I wiped.
Me: 32 DH: 31
Married: July 14, 2007 TTC #1: January 2008 Surprise BFP: November 2009
R/R/CS: I just got back from my OB appointment. Everything about me and my vagina look fine. She wants me to "relax and have fun with it" and it will happen. Obviously that made me like this:
If I'm not KU in four or five months she wants me to make another appointment to discuss options moving forward.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Salty/Sweet. I could eat chocolate covered pretzels all day, everyday.
Me: 28 | DH: 31 Together since 2006 | Married May 2015 TTC #1 since November 2015 BFP 5/17/16 | EDD 1/27/17 | Born 2/4/17
@DoctorDonna Glad you had a productive appointment!! I hope you feel like you got some piece of mind from what the doctor said! Fx this is your cycle, and you'll never need to go back there!
@Lecool Of all the people to say that?! It seems like your OB should know better! And maybe it's just me (but I don't think it is) but "just having fun" isn't happening.
Thank you ALL for the well-wishes about my thyroid issues—I love
all of you, this community is seriously the best!! I’m hoping the issues won’t
get in the way of anything and that they’re sorted out soon. We shall see ! I’m
feeling much better about it now, mostly thanks to you lovely ladies. This will
be my last set ‘o responses today, so everyone enjoy the remainder of your
Thursday. We’re so close to the weekend!
@marriedhamstermom Uggh, thyroid issues are so annoying! I
didn’t know anything about it before my diagnosis either. Glad to hear your doc doesn’t think it will
cause fertility issues—I think my doc would have said something to me if she
thought it would, so I just need to relax!
@MollyandD that is the most helpful diagram EVER and I love
you so much for posting it!!!
@DoctorDonna Yay so
glad you’re over here now!! It sounds like everything is looking REALLY great
for TTC for you and your DH after meeting with the RE now…I’m so glad to hear
this! Yay!
@mrsdee15 We’d love
to have you hang out here until you get some answers--hope you get them soon!
@ElleB11 So sorry you
think AF is coming…thinking of you!
@Kiki75 I am so sorry
you’re feeling down. We are here for you—be good to yourself today.
@LittleChick2 So
sorry for the BFN this morning, and sorry DH woke up cranky. But yay for a
short workday and new windows—enjoy!
@cabu14 I would argue
for O day as CD16. If it is CD20, I don’t
think just having +1 is the end of the world, but it’s just not “ideal” timing.
I’ve read on dr. google that the egg is viable to be fertilized up to 24 hours after
ovulating, so depending on the time of day you O’d, you could theoretically get
pregnant on the day after O I suppose depending on timing of intercourse. Like I said, though, my $’s on CD16.
@Lecool Thanks so
much for you words! Omg OB’s should definitely know better than to tell their
patients to “relax and have fun with it” !!! That is basically the worst advice
to give to someone TTC…boo. So sorry about that. But I guess the good news is
that you and your va jay jay look great ! Thinking of you.
@skiingstark So sorry
for the itch, that’s so annoying. Hope you feel better soon!
TTC January 2016 BFP May 17, 2016 DS born January 31st, 2017: Rory "Mac" MacKinnon
Update: My Ob/Gyn called me back herself a couple minutes ago. She said that she is unsure why I am feeling the way I am but she is willing to send me for lab work to check for pregnancy and my thyroid. She was surprised that I could have ovulated on my own. She also asked when I could have ovulated which I told her and she said that I would barely turn a HPT positive if I was indeed pregnant which I knew. I asked if I could wait until Monday to see if I get AF on my own and go for blood work then. She said absolutely and told me to call Monday after I take another HPT.
Me: 32 DH: 31
Married: July 14, 2007 TTC #1: January 2008 Surprise BFP: November 2009
Testing: I just bought my first HPT today, but I'm going to try to hold off until next Thursday if AF hasn't started. R/R/CS: I'm new to this forum and though I've been reading everyone's posts, can someone please clarify this section? I'm guessing it's rave and rant, but can't figure out the CS. My rant is that the weather has been kind of cold and rainy in Chicago this past week and I'm soooo ready for it to be sunny and feel more spring-like.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Salty for me, though my DH has a major sweet tooth and likes to keep sweets around which I'll indulge in more than I should. A solid salty/sweet combo is also my downfall - @MooFish2364 I'm with you on loving chocolate covered pretzels.
R/R/CS: My period should be here Sunday, so I'll give it a little time... plus we're moving by mom's garage Sunday.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? I'm with all of chocolate covered pretzel ladies! Or salted caramel. But if I must pick one, I chose salty. Oooooo tortilla chips, or pretzels.... apparently salty carbs is what I mostly want.
I have so much to say to people, but my phone doesn't really let me go back to remember who said what. @kellybean1988 and @marriedhamstermom Sorry about your thyroid issues! I fear this a as a problem, but only because my dad had undiagnosed issues for a long time. I have no symptoms, I think. It's just irrational
@ElStar R/R/CS stands for rant/rave/chart stalk. You can post questions about your chart and people will do their best to answer. Also, I live in Chicago too and I agree! I'm on vacation from work and I just want to go outside!
R/R/CS: decided to go with O on cd13, it makes the most sense. But then if AF doesn't arrive on time I will test and if that's negative I'll go with O on cd15.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? savory, much prefer savory.
Me - 22 | DH - 32 | Married - 24 May 2014 DS - January 2014
TTC#2 - December 2015
BFP - 6 March 2016 | MC Confirmed - 21 March 2016 TTCAL | April 2016 CP | June 2016 CP | July 2016
timing/testing: 11DPO. My luteal phase is only 10 days, so if nothing comes at that point my chances are pretty good. Like clockwork, without fail... Will always come at 11 DPO. I'm really negative this month, FF said I had "good" timing which translate to low probability.. My husband pulled a muscle doing yard work so put a damper on our timing.
Sweet/salty/savory: this depends on my mood, usually salty! Sometimes sweet, sometimes savory.
Yay! @DoctorDonna I'm so happy everything went well with the RE and the SA was excellent! @kellybean1988 I'm sorry your having a hard time. I hope the dose this time will be perfect and you won't get many side effects when it's lowered! @Kiki75 Sorry about the bfn. I feel the same way when I get a bfn. I try my best to think of all the things I can do now but then I'm just like 'I'd give all that up for life just to have a baby.' Sending lots of virtual love and hugs your way. @Lecool Ugh! That's so annoying to hear! Your OB should know better!
I presented at a conference today so I was sans my phone, but I'm here now! I'm mobile bumping so I can't respond but I did want to say how annoying that is, @lecool. Last month I called my OBGYN to see if there was any way to know if my IUD did any damage when it fell out twice (one time only partially). She said yes to looking next month and then told me "use OPKs, relax, don't stress and have fun." I normally love her but come on. All that to say, I feel your pain.
Month/Cycle: 6/7
CD/DPO: 25/9
Timing: -2, -1
Testing: Trying to wait until AF is due (Sunday) but reaaaaaally want to rest tomorrow.
R/R/CS: I presented a poster at a conference today and nailed it so I'm feeling pretty good today!
@kellybean1988 So sorry to hear about your thyroid issues. I will be thinking good thoughts for you and hope you and your doctors can get it figured out soon!!
Me: 36 | DH 35, Married 2007
TTC #1 June 2015 April 2016 - AMH, FSH, Progesterone normal June 2016 - HSG clear *TW* BFP - Aug16, demise confirmed Sep16, incomplete m/c, D&C Nov16 BFP 3/27/17, edd 12/7/17 DS - 12/9/17 TTC #2 December 2018 BFP 2/22/19, edd 11/4/19 DD - 11/1/19 My Chart
R/R/CS: I feel out for no real reason. It's just like, I can't visualize a BFP actually happening.
THIS. I can't imagine actually getting a BFP either.
Count me among those who can't even see a BFP actually happening. It sucks. Hugs.
Same here. I'm trying to stay positive, but I don't know that it's going to happen. I'm so used to seeing BFNs, I'm not sure how I'll react to a BFP at this point.
@wineo929 Mine said that I don't even need to use OPKs. She told me that with her kids, she didn't have to track ovulation and got KU within two cycles with both. Yeah, I'm definetely getting a new OB. Good job at your conference today!
Me: 28 | DH: 31 Together since 2006 | Married May 2015 TTC #1 since November 2015 BFP 5/17/16 | EDD 1/27/17 | Born 2/4/17
R/R/CS: I feel out for no real reason. It's just like, I can't visualize a BFP actually happening.
THIS. I can't imagine actually getting a BFP either.
Count me among those who can't even see a BFP actually happening. It sucks. Hugs.
Same here. I'm trying to stay positive, but I don't know that it's going to happen. I'm so used to seeing BFNs, I'm not sure how I'll react to a BFP at this point.
I'm with all of you. I don't know what I'll do if/when it actually happens. It's really hard to stay positive.
DD born PPROM preemie at 36 weeks on 10/1/17 after over a year TI, then 3 failed IUIs, and finally a successful IVF FET.
Due with #2 5/2/19 after HIO once in my FW, because apparently that's how life works now. Team Blue!
Re: TWW Thursday!
CD/DPO: 31/9
Timing: -3 -2 +1
Testing: I gave in and POAS this morning, BFN. I'm undecided if I'm going to test again tomorrow as AF is due if my LP is 9 days again.
R/R/CS: Didn't start off today on a good note, H woke up cranky because I shut the window and then didn't bother to say goodbye so that made me super annoyed. However, new windows are being delivered today and my work day is short, so it's automatically a good day.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Sweet
Month/ Cycle: 4/4
CD/DPO: 23/7
Timing: -1
Testing: 9DPO
R/R/CS: So I have some open circles... I'll come clean bout that now. If you look at my chart in the siggy.. I am wondering if I really ovulated CD16 or CD20. Would change everything. so I have two questions:
1) What do you think CD 16 or CD20?
2) I would only have +1 if CD 20 -- does that even count - I see we put it up for timing we say +1 if we have it - why is that? Would it even do any good to have +1?
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Both - love to mix my cashews with m&ms... mouth is watering now.. ahh!
Me: 31 | Husband: 32
Married: September 2014!
TTC #1: January 2016 BFP 5/16/16 Quinn Born 1/27/17
As far as +1, I think we include it just in case of O being slightly off, so it's not necessarily fertile. But the egg is viable for 12-24 hours, so depending what time you O and what time you HIO on +1, I guess it's technically possible? I've seen pregnancy charts on FF with only +1 timing, but of course it's hard to know the accuracy of other people's charts.
Married: July 2015
BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
Me: 31 | Husband: 32
Married: September 2014!
TTC #1: January 2016 BFP 5/16/16 Quinn Born 1/27/17
Married: July 2015
BFP: 5/20/16 | EDD: 1/28/17 | Twin boys born 1/16/17
Me: 31 | Husband: 32
Married: September 2014!
TTC #1: January 2016 BFP 5/16/16 Quinn Born 1/27/17
@cabu14 Based on temps and CM, I would say CD 16. But most of your CM data is missing - does that mean it was dry the other days or you just didn't record it? If you just weren't recording it, then it's possible it wasn't CD 16.
Nevermind...I think AF is on it's way. Just used the bathroom and there was pink when I wiped.
Me: 32 DH: 31
TTC #1: January 2008
Surprise BFP: November 2009
CP: September 2016
CD/DPO: 21/5
Timing: -3, -1, 0
Testing: 9DPO
R/R/CS: I just got back from my OB appointment. Everything about me and my vagina look fine. She wants me to "relax and have fun with it" and it will happen. Obviously that made me like this:
If I'm not KU in four or five months she wants me to make another appointment to discuss options moving forward.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet??
Salty/Sweet. I could eat chocolate covered pretzels all day, everyday.
Me: 28 | DH: 31
Together since 2006 | Married May 2015
TTC #1 since November 2015
BFP 5/17/16 | EDD 1/27/17 | Born 2/4/17
Me:31 H:31
DX: MFI - 1% Morph
12/16 -IVF #1 - Antagonist Protocol w/ Lupron trigger
ER - 11 retrieved- 9 mature - 7 fertilized - 3 sent for PGS on day 5 - No normals (1 XXX Embryo - may use in future)
3/17 - IVF #2 - Antagonist Protocol w/ HCG trigger
ER- 13 retrieved - 11 mature - 8 fertilized - 2 sent for PGS on day 5 -2 Normal
FET #1 - 5/16/17 - BFP! - Beta #1 5/25 - 156 - Beta #2 5/30 - 2562 - Beta #3 6/1 - 5191!
@DoctorDonna Glad you had a productive appointment!! I hope you feel like you got some piece of mind from what the doctor said! Fx this is your cycle, and you'll never need to go back there!
SWEET!!!
Married to my Soul Mate since 09/06/09
@marriedhamstermom The consensus around here is wait until you get to CD60 before consulting your doctor.
@kellybean1988 Ugh, sorry about your test results. I hope it doesn't give you any trouble TTC-wise.
@DoctorDonna Glad that you finally O'd! And glad your appointment went well this morning. It sounds like you guys have a great plan moving forward!
@cabu14 Looks like CD16 to me!
Me: 28 | DH: 31
Together since 2006 | Married May 2015
TTC #1 since November 2015
BFP 5/17/16 | EDD 1/27/17 | Born 2/4/17
*edit messed up a tag*
Thank you ALL for the well-wishes about my thyroid issues—I love all of you, this community is seriously the best!! I’m hoping the issues won’t get in the way of anything and that they’re sorted out soon. We shall see ! I’m feeling much better about it now, mostly thanks to you lovely ladies. This will be my last set ‘o responses today, so everyone enjoy the remainder of your Thursday. We’re so close to the weekend!
@marriedhamstermom Uggh, thyroid issues are so annoying! I didn’t know anything about it before my diagnosis either. Glad to hear your doc doesn’t think it will cause fertility issues—I think my doc would have said something to me if she thought it would, so I just need to relax!
@MollyandD that is the most helpful diagram EVER and I love you so much for posting it!!!
@DoctorDonna Yay so glad you’re over here now!! It sounds like everything is looking REALLY great for TTC for you and your DH after meeting with the RE now…I’m so glad to hear this! Yay!
@mrsdee15 We’d love to have you hang out here until you get some answers--hope you get them soon!
@ElleB11 So sorry you think AF is coming…thinking of you!
@Kiki75 I am so sorry you’re feeling down. We are here for you—be good to yourself today.
@LittleChick2 So sorry for the BFN this morning, and sorry DH woke up cranky. But yay for a short workday and new windows—enjoy!
@cabu14 I would argue for O day as CD16. If it is CD20, I don’t think just having +1 is the end of the world, but it’s just not “ideal” timing. I’ve read on dr. google that the egg is viable to be fertilized up to 24 hours after ovulating, so depending on the time of day you O’d, you could theoretically get pregnant on the day after O I suppose depending on timing of intercourse. Like I said, though, my $’s on CD16.
@Lecool Thanks so much for you words! Omg OB’s should definitely know better than to tell their patients to “relax and have fun with it” !!! That is basically the worst advice to give to someone TTC…boo. So sorry about that. But I guess the good news is that you and your va jay jay look great ! Thinking of you.
@skiingstark So sorry for the itch, that’s so annoying. Hope you feel better soon!
TTC January 2016
BFP May 17, 2016
DS born January 31st, 2017: Rory "Mac" MacKinnon
Me: 32 DH: 31
TTC #1: January 2008
Surprise BFP: November 2009
CP: September 2016
CD/DPO: 18/6
Timing: -3, -1, +1
Testing: I just bought my first HPT today, but I'm going to try to hold off until next Thursday if AF hasn't started.
R/R/CS: I'm new to this forum and though I've been reading everyone's posts, can someone please clarify this section? I'm guessing it's rave and rant, but can't figure out the CS. My rant is that the weather has been kind of cold and rainy in Chicago this past week and I'm soooo ready for it to be sunny and feel more spring-like.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet?? Salty for me, though my DH has a major sweet tooth and likes to keep sweets around which I'll indulge in more than I should. A solid salty/sweet combo is also my downfall - @MooFish2364 I'm with you on loving chocolate covered pretzels.
EDD: 2/18/17
CD/DPO: 24/12
Timing: fine
Testing: Waiting for my period... so Monday?
R/R/CS: My period should be here Sunday, so I'll give it a little time... plus we're moving by mom's garage Sunday.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet??
I'm with all of chocolate covered pretzel ladies! Or salted caramel. But if I must pick one, I chose salty. Oooooo tortilla chips, or pretzels.... apparently salty carbs is what I mostly want.
I have so much to say to people, but my phone doesn't really let me go back to remember who said what.
@kellybean1988 and @marriedhamstermom Sorry about your thyroid issues! I fear this a as a problem, but only because my dad had undiagnosed issues for a long time. I have no symptoms, I think. It's just irrational
Month/Cycle: 7/6
CD/DPO: 22/4
Timing: -4, -3, 0x2
Testing: 8dpo (Monday night)
R/R/CS: Busy day at work. Not much else going on except hoping something is happening in my ute!
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet? Both and usually at the same time!
ME: 28 | DH: 31
DATING SINCE: 09/20/08
MARRIED: 10/26/15
TTC #1 SINCE: OCT/NOV 2015
CD/DPO: 22/9
Timing: -3, -1 0
Testing: no plans
R/R/CS: decided to go with O on cd13, it makes the most sense. But then if AF doesn't arrive on time I will test and if that's negative I'll go with O on cd15.
GTKY: Let's keep this simple. Salty/savory or sweet??
savory, much prefer savory.
DS - January 2014
TTCAL | April 2016
CP | June 2016
CP | July 2016
@whiska That is my kind of snacking, yum!
Married to my Soul Mate since 09/06/09
CD/DPO: 24/3
timing/testing: 11DPO. My luteal phase is only 10 days, so if nothing comes at that point my chances are pretty good. Like clockwork, without fail... Will always come at 11 DPO. I'm really negative this month, FF said I had "good" timing which translate to low probability.. My husband pulled a muscle doing yard work so put a damper on our timing.
Sweet/salty/savory: this depends on my mood, usually salty! Sometimes sweet, sometimes savory.
@kellybean1988 I'm sorry your having a hard time. I hope the dose this time will be perfect and you won't get many side effects when it's lowered!
@Kiki75 Sorry about the bfn. I feel the same way when I get a bfn. I try my best to think of all the things I can do now but then I'm just like 'I'd give all that up for life just to have a baby.' Sending lots of virtual love and hugs your way.
@Lecool Ugh! That's so annoying to hear! Your OB should know better!
Month/Cycle: 6/7
CD/DPO: 25/9
Timing: -2, -1
Testing: Trying to wait until AF is due (Sunday) but reaaaaaally want to rest tomorrow.
R/R/CS: I presented a poster at a conference today and nailed it so I'm feeling pretty good today!
GTKY: Sweets for days
April 2016 - AMH, FSH, Progesterone normal
June 2016 - HSG clear
*TW* BFP - Aug16, demise confirmed Sep16, incomplete m/c, D&C Nov16
BFP 3/27/17, edd 12/7/17
DS - 12/9/17
TTC #2 December 2018
BFP 2/22/19, edd 11/4/19
DD - 11/1/19
My Chart
April 2016 - AMH, FSH, Progesterone normal
June 2016 - HSG clear
*TW* BFP - Aug16, demise confirmed Sep16, incomplete m/c, D&C Nov16
BFP 3/27/17, edd 12/7/17
DS - 12/9/17
TTC #2 December 2018
BFP 2/22/19, edd 11/4/19
DD - 11/1/19
My Chart
@wineo929 Mine said that I don't even need to use OPKs.
Me: 28 | DH: 31
Together since 2006 | Married May 2015
TTC #1 since November 2015
BFP 5/17/16 | EDD 1/27/17 | Born 2/4/17
then 3 failed IUIs, and finally a successful IVF FET.
Due with #2 5/2/19 after HIO once in my FW,
because apparently that's how life works now. Team Blue!