@flowerintherain Welcome and thank you for taking the directives so well! I hope your stay here is short but I would suggest looking at tracking BBT as that will be your best indicator of O.
@Ejay2 I'm so sorry for your loss! We are happy to have you here and hope that you find as much value and support as the rest of us have!
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Me: 38 DH: 38 Married 6/11/16 TTC Since 6/2016 12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal 3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve 8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC 7/2018 Clomid+IUI 11/2018 Letrozole+TI 12/2018 Letrozole+IUI 2/2019 NTNP 5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
Hi all! Long time lurker and minimal poster... recently had to get a new account so that I could have a real username (thanks, the knot).
Ages (you and SO): I am 27 and DH is 25.
How many months have you been TTC? Rounding out the 5th month.
What are you doing to get knocked up? Welp, currently only tracking CM, symptoms, and PNV. I had a bit of a crazy meltdown in month 4 from all of the temping and OPKs so I'm going to try and keep it simple.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) DH and I have been married for just over a year. We do not have any human babies, but we do have 3 fur babies!! Lucy is a 2 yr old German Shepherd, Boomer is a 1 year old Siberian Husky, and Princess is a 10 year old min-pin who we had adopted from a family member. I work in the healthcare field. I enjoy Netflix, reading, shopping, and spending time with DH and our best friend couple. **TW** I am v. worried about TTC because my brother-in-law and his wife recently had some difficulty with conceiving... it took them a few years before they finally getting KU. I am hoping that it will not be as difficult for DH and I, but so far we aren't having a whole lot of luck. I had a CP in September of this year **end TW** Just looking for some fellow friends in similar situations who I can talk to - we are keeping our TTC on the DL from friends and fam. Looking forward to GTKU!!!
@Lady Amalthea Welcome! First, can I ask you to remove the space in your name? It makes it difficult to tag you. Second, many women on here use and recommend Fertility Friend as it it better at predicting your FW than Ovia using data from past cycles. Also, I would suggest looking into temping. It is the only way to truly confirm that you are ovulating. Please jump into the daily threads when you are ready and feel free to ask any questions you may have!
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Me: 38 DH: 38 Married 6/11/16 TTC Since 6/2016 12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal 3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve 8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC 7/2018 Clomid+IUI 11/2018 Letrozole+TI 12/2018 Letrozole+IUI 2/2019 NTNP 5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
Vitex and herbal teas (red raspberry leaf, nettle, and red clover)
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.)
No children I work in government. I have two cats and love cooking and crafts.
Hi Lady Amalthea- I was having trouble tagging you so I just quoted you instead. I noticed that you mentioned that you are taking vitex. I actually just started taking it for my irregular cycles. Can I ask how you like it? Any side effects? Also, welcome! I am also new here and the girls here have been great!
Me: 29 DH:30 Dating 03/31/2011 Married 10/18/2014 DS Born 12/28/2017 TTC #2 06/2019
How many months have you been TTC? Just decided to TTC 2 days ago! Got mirena out, and we'll see what happens!
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Prenantals
Healthier diet
Having fun and not stress about
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) i have one DD who is 3 1/2. We have one dog and one that's coming on Christmas! New puppy. I am an elementary school teacher, as is my husband. I daily vlog on YouTube as a hobby. I documented my entire pregnancy with my first, and plan to do the same this time around! I conceived my first within two weeks, and know Not to expect the same this time around, but am hopeful after getting my IUD removed a few days ago that the journey can begin!
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
Me: 30 | DH:34 Married: 08/04/12 DD: 6 years | Born: 03/28/13 DS: 1 Year I Born 10/15/17
@kmornelas29 Welcome! I hope that you find this community as amazing and supportive as I have over the past several months. They have been my shoulder to both lean and cry on when I've needed it and don't know what I would've done without them!
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Me: 38 DH: 38 Married 6/11/16 TTC Since 6/2016 12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal 3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve 8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC 7/2018 Clomid+IUI 11/2018 Letrozole+TI 12/2018 Letrozole+IUI 2/2019 NTNP 5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
How many months have you been TTC? not trying yet, but planning to start in March.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Gearing up to start temping again with my next cycle, currently just tracking cycles and CM with FF. Once I am actively TTC, I will start ovulation tests and red raspberry leaf tea.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) We have two girls already, 2.5 years old and 8 months old. We LOVE the age difference between them and are trying to get around the same spacing again. I was active on TB with my first pregnancy and also while TTC my second - it took about 5 months because I was still breastfeeding and wasn't ovulating, which I would never have known without temping! I am still nursing my 8 month old, and the plan is to start temping with my next cycle and we'll start TTC again when I wean her after her first birthday in March.
I work full time as a general surgeon and my DH is a SAHD to our girls. We have four cats and a dog as well, and we just moved into a new house earlier this year. I am looking forward to getting involved with this group again, y'all were so helpful and supportive last time!!
Me: 35 DH: 35
Married: 5-16-2009
Charlotte Elaine 5-27-2014 Anna Josephine 3-29-2016 Baby #3 EDD 3-3-2018
I have participated in the past, but have been a quiet creepy lurker for some time now, so I thought it best to reintro myself!
Ages (you and SO): DH is 34 I am 33.
How many months have you been TTC? I am jumping back in because I am on CD 1 of month 12. I am going for CD3 testing on Monday and am wrapping my head around the fact that this is now something to worry about.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Everything.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) DH and I have been married a little over a year, together for 7 years. We have two cats, DH is a director and I am an exec asst. We have been trying since January, both have had some tests done, everything is normal. Looking forward to getting some answers Monday and being a part of this community.
How many months have you been TTC? 7. I got pg in August but it turned into an ectopic so I am back here. My HCG levels have finally returned to 0. I was on this board back in June.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Temping and tracking.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.)
I'm an artist and art teacher. We have 2 dogs. I am a big potter and love making anything and everything out of clay. I am hoping to setup an ETSY show of my work if I don't get KU before the summertime.
Ages (you and SO): I am 34 and I do not have a significant other. (Single Mom by choice) Totally non-traditional I know
How many months have you been TTC? I just started this month with 2 AI's at home during my ovulation window. Hoping I read the darn tests correctly.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
I started tracking and using opk's. I have a known donor that has been available to provide donations during ovulation time.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I have two wonderful girls that keep me crazy busy when I'm not at work. I have one cat who is the best bff any single girl could ask for; she even plays fetch! My hobbies are close to none but when I do have time, I usually go play tennis or hit the gym.
***I posted a small intro in the TWW thread so I hope that's okay.
****missing my little angel since 11/28/12 (m/c 8.4 weeks)****
How many months have you been TTC? 6-7 months (after I had my copper IUD removed).
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Taking prenatals for the last 9 months or so.
Last cycle started checking OPK and found out I ovulate later than I thought.
Cut back significantly on caffeine intake - now drinking mainly tea with only occasional coffee for past month or two. I used to drink espresso most mornings.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I am in my medical residency training. We have no kids yet but do have pets. I regularly exercise at a high intensity but not excessively (3-4 days per week). I have been surprised and disappointed by how difficult it has been to become pregnant, as I am very healthy with regular, predictable cycles. I am really hoping to get pregnant no later than this spring.
@Lady Amalthea Welcome! First, can I ask you to remove the space in your name? It makes it difficult to tag you. Second, many women on here use and recommend Fertility Friend as it it better at predicting your FW than Ovia using data from past cycles. Also, I would suggest looking into temping. It is the only way to truly confirm that you are ovulating. Please jump into the daily threads when you are ready and feel free to ask any questions you may have!
@lulu1180 ohhhhhh I didn't realize, is there a way I can change it? and yep I have been temping, but this month I am taking a break from everything as I was really overwhelmed. I've heard stress can effect fertility so this month I am focusing on managing stress. I will have to check out FF - thanks!
Vitex and herbal teas (red raspberry leaf, nettle, and red clover)
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.)
No children I work in government. I have two cats and love cooking and crafts.
Hi Lady Amalthea- I was having trouble tagging you so I just quoted you instead. I noticed that you mentioned that you are taking vitex. I actually just started taking it for my irregular cycles. Can I ask how you like it? Any side effects? Also, welcome! I am also new here and the girls here have been great!
I took it on the advice of a naturopath to regulate my hormones when coming off birth control. I didn't feel any side effects. I now drink it as a tea as its cheaper and I am hoping for the fertility benefits. I haven't felt any side effect with the tea or capsules. Welcome to you too!
How many months have you been TTC? 6 Months TTA for 2
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? I've been taking Vitex for 3 months or so hoping it would help with PCOS. I'm temping and doing OPKs. I've been taking PNV for over a year.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I was active on TB earlier this summer, but I took a Bump break after we went to an active Zika transmission area. I figured I would re-introduce myself- especially since I see very few familiar faces on here. We were TTA for the last few months for that reason, so I just decided to take a break from bumping. I am super busy in graduate school right now, but I'm excited to graduate in May. I like to sew and make things, but it's hard to find the time to do anything but school work. I have one sweet dog and an even sweeter husband. I have PCOS, so I haven't had an ovulatory cycle since starting TTC I'm frustrated but hopeful I will O soon.
SN used to be soemthingclever Me: 28 DH: 35 Dx PCOS May 2015 Baby #1 due 12/7/17
Welcome back @soemthingclever !! I have PCOS as well and I used Vitex for a few months. Just a word of warning that if you ever want to take Femara or any other fertility drug you will have to discontinue the Vitex first - it actually counteracts the drugs. Hope you don't have to resort to those measures and hope you get your BFP soon!
@soemthingclever I was like "Say what???" Bc I know you! Welcome back!
Me: late 30s | H: early 30s TTC #1 since April 2015 RE Dx: Fibroids, surgery Jan 2016 IUI #1 and #2, Nov/Dec 2016, BFN IVF March 2017: ER - 5R/3M/3F, 1 PGS normal Polyp removed May 2017 FET May 2017 - BFP! Baby boy born 2/2/18
Hi, I was active on the birth month board during my first pregnancy and now that I have been lurking for a few months and think I understand the culture of this board I thought I should introduce myself.
Ages (you and SO): we are both 29
How many months have you been TTC? 2
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Prenatals, EOD, OPKS (digital and wondfos). I will start temping next month.... my cycle has been really wacky since stopping birth control in September.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) We have two puppies and a 16 month old daughter. I work full time in a mental health agency. I enjoy reading, being active, traveling, coffee shops, and I really love my job. My monthly bump board was a complete life saver during my last pregnancy. Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Re: Newbie Intro week of 12/05
@Ejay2 I'm so sorry for your loss! We are happy to have you here and hope that you find as much value and support as the rest of us have!
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Married 6/11/16
TTC Since 6/2016
12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal
3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve
8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC
7/2018 Clomid+IUI
11/2018 Letrozole+TI
12/2018 Letrozole+IUI
2/2019 NTNP
5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
@Ejay2 I am so sorry for your loss. We hope your stay here is short. We have an awesome bunch of ladies. GL
Diagnosed : unexplained infertility
6 rounds of IUI and a MC 2/2014, rainbow twins 4/2015
TTC #3 5/2016
Restarted Fertility tx
IUI 2 rounds, baby girl 12/17
Ages (you and SO): I am 27 and DH is 25.
How many months have you been TTC? Rounding out the 5th month.
What are you doing to get knocked up? Welp, currently only tracking CM, symptoms, and PNV. I had a bit of a crazy meltdown in month 4 from all of the temping and OPKs so I'm going to try and keep it simple.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) DH and I have been married for just over a year. We do not have any human babies, but we do have 3 fur babies!!
Lucy is a 2 yr old German Shepherd, Boomer is a 1 year old Siberian Husky, and Princess is a 10 year old min-pin who we had adopted from a family member. I work in the healthcare field. I enjoy Netflix, reading, shopping, and spending time with DH and our best friend couple. **TW** I am v. worried about TTC because my brother-in-law and his wife recently had some difficulty with conceiving... it took them a few years before they finally getting KU. I am hoping that it will not be as difficult for DH and I, but so far we aren't having a whole lot of luck. I had a CP in September of this year 
**end TW** Just looking for some fellow friends in similar situations who I can talk to - we are keeping our TTC on the DL from friends and fam. Looking forward to GTKU!!!
Ages (you and SO): Both 31
How many months have you been TTC? 8 months.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.)
No children
I work in government. I have two cats and love cooking and crafts.
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Married 6/11/16
TTC Since 6/2016
12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal
3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve
8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC
7/2018 Clomid+IUI
11/2018 Letrozole+TI
12/2018 Letrozole+IUI
2/2019 NTNP
5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
Dating 03/31/2011 Married 10/18/2014
DS Born 12/28/2017
TTC #2 06/2019
I think I'm finally in the right place!?
Ages (you and SO): I am 27 SO is 32.
How many months have you been TTC? Just decided to TTC 2 days ago! Got mirena out, and we'll see what happens!
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) i have one DD who is 3 1/2. We have one dog and one that's coming on Christmas! New puppy. I am an elementary school teacher, as is my husband. I daily vlog on YouTube as a hobby. I documented my entire pregnancy with my first, and plan to do the same this time around! I conceived my first within two weeks, and know Not to expect the same this time around, but am hopeful after getting my IUD removed a few days ago that the journey can begin!
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
Married: 08/04/12
DD: 6 years | Born: 03/28/13
DS: 1 Year I Born 10/15/17
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Married 6/11/16
TTC Since 6/2016
12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal
3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve
8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC
7/2018 Clomid+IUI
11/2018 Letrozole+TI
12/2018 Letrozole+IUI
2/2019 NTNP
5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
Together 2003, Married 2011
DD: July 2005
BFP: 4/10/16, MC: 5/20/16
BFP: 1/10/17, DD2: Sep 2017
TTGP Dec '16 siggy challenge winner!
Married: 08/04/12
DD: 6 years | Born: 03/28/13
DS: 1 Year I Born 10/15/17
Ages (you and SO): I am 35 and DH is 34
How many months have you been TTC? not trying yet, but planning to start in March.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Gearing up to start temping again with my next cycle, currently just tracking cycles and CM with FF. Once I am actively TTC, I will start ovulation tests and red raspberry leaf tea.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) We have two girls already, 2.5 years old and 8 months old. We LOVE the age difference between them and are trying to get around the same spacing again. I was active on TB with my first pregnancy and also while TTC my second - it took about 5 months because I was still breastfeeding and wasn't ovulating, which I would never have known without temping! I am still nursing my 8 month old, and the plan is to start temping with my next cycle and we'll start TTC again when I wean her after her first birthday in March.
I work full time as a general surgeon and my DH is a SAHD to our girls. We have four cats and a dog as well, and we just moved into a new house earlier this year. I am looking forward to getting involved with this group again, y'all were so helpful and supportive last time!!
Anna Josephine 3-29-2016
Baby #3 EDD 3-3-2018
My Chart
I have participated in the past, but have been a quiet creepy lurker for some time now, so I thought it best to reintro myself!
Ages (you and SO): DH is 34 I am 33.
How many months have you been TTC? I am jumping back in because I am on CD 1 of month 12. I am going for CD3 testing on Monday and am wrapping my head around the fact that this is now something to worry about.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Everything.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) DH and I have been married a little over a year, together for 7 years. We have two cats, DH is a director and I am an exec asst. We have been trying since January, both have had some tests done, everything is normal. Looking forward to getting some answers Monday and being a part of this community.
Ages (you and SO): SO is 32 and I am 36.
How many months have you been TTC? 7. I got pg in August but it turned into an ectopic so I am back here. My HCG levels have finally returned to 0. I was on this board back in June.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.)
I'm an artist and art teacher. We have 2 dogs. I am a big potter and love making anything and everything out of clay. I am hoping to setup an ETSY show of my work if I don't get KU before the summertime.
Ages (you and SO): I am 34 and I do not have a significant other. (Single Mom by choice) Totally non-traditional I know
How many months have you been TTC? I just started this month with 2 AI's at home during my ovulation window. Hoping I read the darn tests correctly.
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I have two wonderful girls that keep me crazy busy when I'm not at work. I have one cat who is the best bff any single girl could ask for; she even plays fetch! My hobbies are close to none but when I do have time, I usually go play tennis or hit the gym.
***I posted a small intro in the TWW thread so I hope that's okay.
Ages (you and SO): Both 27.
How many months have you been TTC? 6-7 months (after I had my copper IUD removed).
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I am in my medical residency training. We have no kids yet but do have pets. I regularly exercise at a high intensity but not excessively (3-4 days per week). I have been surprised and disappointed by how difficult it has been to become pregnant, as I am very healthy with regular, predictable cycles. I am really hoping to get pregnant no later than this spring.
@lulu1180 ohhhhhh I didn't realize, is there a way I can change it? and yep I have been temping, but this month I am taking a break from everything as I was really overwhelmed. I've heard stress can effect fertility so this month I am focusing on managing stress. I will have to check out FF - thanks!
Hello @laureneg14
I took it on the advice of a naturopath to regulate my hormones when coming off birth control. I didn't feel any side effects. I now drink it as a tea as its cheaper and I am hoping for the fertility benefits. I haven't felt any side effect with the tea or capsules. Welcome to you too!
Ages (you and SO): I'm 28, DH is almost 34
How many months have you been TTC? 6 Months TTA for 2
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? I've been taking Vitex for 3 months or so hoping it would help with PCOS. I'm temping and doing OPKs. I've been taking PNV for over a year.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I was active on TB earlier this summer, but I took a Bump break after we went to an active Zika transmission area. I figured I would re-introduce myself- especially since I see very few familiar faces on here. We were TTA for the last few months for that reason, so I just decided to take a break from bumping. I am super busy in graduate school right now, but I'm excited to graduate in May. I like to sew and make things, but it's hard to find the time to do anything but school work. I have one sweet dog and an even sweeter husband. I have PCOS, so I haven't had an ovulatory cycle since starting TTC
I'm frustrated but hopeful I will O soon.
Me: 28 DH: 35
Dx PCOS May 2015
Baby #1 due 12/7/17
Together 2003, Married 2011
DD: July 2005
BFP: 4/10/16, MC: 5/20/16
BFP: 1/10/17, DD2: Sep 2017
TTGP Dec '16 siggy challenge winner!
@antoto Thanks! Thanks for the tip! No fertility treatments yet. But I'm probably headed in that direction, so good to know.
Me: 28 DH: 35
Dx PCOS May 2015
Baby #1 due 12/7/17
TTC #1 since April 2015
RE Dx: Fibroids, surgery Jan 2016
IUI #1 and #2, Nov/Dec 2016, BFN
IVF March 2017: ER - 5R/3M/3F, 1 PGS normal
Polyp removed May 2017
FET May 2017 - BFP!
Baby boy born 2/2/18
Me: 28 DH: 35
Dx PCOS May 2015
Baby #1 due 12/7/17
Hi, I was active on the birth month board during my first pregnancy and now that I have been lurking for a few months and think I understand the culture of this board I thought I should introduce myself.
Ages (you and SO): we are both 29
How many months have you been TTC? 2
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Prenatals, EOD, OPKS (digital and wondfos). I will start temping next month.... my cycle has been really wacky since stopping birth control in September.
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) We have two puppies and a 16 month old daughter. I work full time in a mental health agency. I enjoy reading, being active, traveling, coffee shops, and I really love my job. My monthly bump board was a complete life saver during my last pregnancy. Looking forward to getting to know you all.