May TWW

Sugarbreak · May 2017

@Angelaag The overlapping symptoms between pregnancy, pms, and progesterone are so frustrating, right? Drives me nuts. I am with you on the moodiness. I'm 13dpt and feeling super emotional. I snapped at my husband yesterday for something super petty and then cried about it! Wacky hormones + the rollercoaster of IVF/IUI is a rough ride.

@MrsJ2410 Thank you and congrats on your BFP! That is such wonderful news. I hope you get a nice strong beta number on Wed!

@lynn2003 Yay! I hope line keeps getting darker. When is your beta?

nmd9168 · May 2017

@MrsJ2410 yay! That's great!
@Sugarbreak Great to see that the numbers are rising!

kristimh80 · May 2017

Hope everyone is having a great Memorial Day! We are about to head to my husband's family's house and the struggle is real today. There is 12 nieces and nephews on his side, everyone pops them out like candy! I won't see them all today, but having to see babies shortly makes me sad. I know it shouldn't, but they love to be like hey...hold the baby! I think they think it may help me or make me feel good? Hate to be Debbie downer, but going thru this has its moment for sure! If only could drink or have caffiene maybe I'd feel better lol

Labluver2 · May 2017

@kristimh80 I know the feeling I had that 2 weeks ago at my sister in laws grad party. Babies and people announcing they were expecting. I wish it was that easy people dont have a clue what we go thru and the emotional aspect if it. Wishing you luck today.

mockingjay1 · May 2017

@kristimh80 - Hope it went better today than you expected. It's so hard.

Although I was 99% sure I was out, AF made an appearance today to confirm.

Labluver2 · May 2017

@dmo1371 sorry AF showed.

kristimh80 · May 2017

Thanks ladies! Everything was going well until one SIL was bragging how she knew the other SIL was preggo and then it became story time. Bright side, it's almost over

@dmo1371 So very sorry!! I have a feeling next weekend I'll be in the same boat. I hope you're doing well, I know it's never easy! (((Hugs)))

krenee124 · May 2017

@dmo1371 so sorry

@kristimh80 I hate story time! But I do share my story because people who have never dealt with IF truly don't get it so I always try to use it as a teaching time

afm, 4dp5dt was negative. Didn't feel like testing today - trying to stay strong bc I know how I feel when no line shows up. But had light pink d/c today .. its color is always lighter because of my progesterone... this happened last cycle but on day 9. Anyone had spotting Day 5?

kristimh80 · May 2017

@krenee124 Very true! If I had been in a better mood & starting this cycle I probably would have been a whole lot happier and open to sharing. FX for you!! I had a negative this morning too, but it is early. How many days after 5dt's should you test? Just curious, I know it's earlier than IUI's.

Sugarbreak · May 2017

dmo1371 (((hugs))) I wish you much luck with the next cycle. I'm so sorry this one didn't work out.

@kristimh80 Labluver2 Sorry you guys had to endure those difficult social situations! I think (hope) that by enduring such an emotionally demanding thing like IF, we are stronger people for it.

kristimh80 · May 2017

Thanks @Sugarbreak ! I appreciate you girls listening to me during my "woah is me moment". My 1 SIL said she could always tell when people were preggo, so I wanted to ask so??? LOL

krenee124 · May 2017

@kristimh80 yes girl, I understand. Some days I'm not able to be as "understanding" as others. It all depends which side of the bed I woke up on

Re: testing - I have no idea! My RE says not to take HPT so of course I do

lots of ladies have gotten positives tho 8-9dpt! Best of luck!!! I'm going to try not to test again until Thursday! It'll be day 8!

J1006 · May 2017

@kristimh80. Hopefully it's just too early. I got a BFN this morning too. Sorry for the tough time yesterday. That's the worst.

Angelaag · May 2017

@krenee124 stark white for me too 5dpFET. I obsessively searched when to test and 5dp seems to be quite early, but not rare.

My beta is friday, which is 8dp. But because I'm an addict I will POAS every morning! I really just want to see two lines. After four years, I can't even imagine...

kristimh80 · May 2017

@krenee124 @J1006 BFN also this morning. I wish I could help myself from testing! lol In my head I'm already preparing to figure out what to do for the next cycle. I think I test so there are no surprises! Best of luck to you girls!!

@Angelaag I'm just as bad...always tell myself I'm not going to POAS and it never fails! lol

Sugarbreak · May 2017

@kristimh80 I understand about wanting to be prepared for whatever the outcome. But I hope it was just to early for you. My fingers and toes are crossed and sending you lots of positive vibes.

nmd9168 · May 2017

@dmo1371 So sorry about AF. =( Hopefully next cycle goes better fx

caseyw8784 · May 2017

Had blood drawn for 3rd beta this morning. HCG levels are 15,788 (20dp5dt)...8 days ago on 12dp5dt beta #2 was 506. Ultrasound scheduled for Friday 6/9!

jensjourney · May 2017

Hi all, I have been off the boards for a couple of days, so lots to catch up on.

Congrats, @MrsJ2410, @nmd9168, @Sugarbreak, @caseyw8784 and @lynn2003 on the BFPs. So happy to see good and rising betas!

@dmo1371, I'm sorry. FX that the next cycle is the one for you!

For all those in holding patterns, good luck! The TWW is a special form of torture.

I broke down and POAS on Saturday night, which was approximately 10dpo, and to no one's surprise, it was BFN. I have had a BFP as early as 9dpo in the past, but I knew it wasn't going to tell me much if it was BFN. I'm just a sucker for those pregnancy tests. When the TWW is getting to me and they are tucked away in a drawer, they just call my name and I simply can't resist. I was surprisingly not too in my head about it and I have not been tempted to POAS since then. I'm holding out until Thursday (unless I totally cave tomorrow, which is not impossible). That will be the day of my missed period and it will be 15 dp my LH surge, so a BFN will mean I'm out. If AF makes an appearance at the end of the week, I will turn my attention to my first ever IVF cycle with egg retrieval likely in July and FET in September.

GL to you all!

JaeJayStark · May 2017

Hi Ladies,

I've been off the bump for the past several days so just catching up. So much good news on here! Wow!

So happy for @MrsJ2410, @nmd9168, @Sugarbreak on the BFPs. That makes me so hopeful and thrilled for you ladies! @caseyw8784 such awesome numbers!!

@dmo1371 I am so sorry! I'm right there with you!

As for me (AFM), all negative all the time. I started spotting it's 14 dpiui and I didn't even test today. Yesterday was neg, so why waste a good test. On to IVF and on to spending a crap ton of money. Oooweee

Sorry if I am missing some data on here. If you want to be added, let me know!

jensjourney · May 2017

@JaeJayStark, I am so sorry. I was thinking about you this afternoon as I was posting. Thanks so much for making and keeping up with the spreadsheet. I'll know for sure on Thursday, but I think I'll be joining you in IVF next cycle. FX that you have a great cycle! <<Hugs!>>

kristimh80 · May 2017

@jensjourney That's exactly how I am!! I always tell myself no POAS, but it's like they call my name!! FX for you! My betas are Friday, in a way I wish I could skip them and just see what happens or doesn't happen.

@JaeJayStark Thinking of you!! Hoping the spotting is good spotting and not the witch!

mockingjay1 · May 2017

@krenee124 - FX next time you test it's positive! 4dpt seems a little early (wouldn't that be like 9dpo?)

@kristimh80 & @J1006 - FX it's just too early for you ladies.

@Angelaag - I hope you get a positive soon!

@jensjourney - FX for you!

@JaeJayStark - I noticed you hadn't been on in a bit. I'm sorry to hear about the BFNs. Good luck as you start IVF. I really hope it works for you on the first try!

nmd9168 · May 2017

@JaeJayStark Good luck with IVF!

2nd beta today was 490. I'm still scared s***less, but taking any news I can get.

jensjourney · May 2017

@nmd9168, Congratulations! That's a great beta! More than double in 48 hours! Pregnancy after a loss is so scary...I've been there. I really have no advice, just fingers, toes, and eyes crossed for you for a healthy and happy nine months. I found that journaling about my fears was helpful because it allowed me to get them out of my head and acknowledge them, but that might not help everyone. I hope you can find an outlet that helps relieve some of the fear! Congrats again! Prayers and best wishes!

Sugarbreak · May 2017

@JaeJayStark I'm so sorry to hear this. I didn't do any IUIs, but I'm wondering if your past procedures will help your RE arrive at the right protocol for IVF? I'm pulling for you and wish you lots of luck and strength going forward.

JaeJayStark · May 2017

Thank you @jensjourney, @nmd9168, @dmo1371, and @kristimh80 for the well wishes. It means a lot to me.

@jensjourney I hope your clomid challenge will be super successful and that you don't have to do IVF.

@nmd9168 Congrats! I am sure it's tough to try to stay calm and positive. I know I will be the same way next time I get preggers.

@dmo1371 I hope your next round is successful too! I think we are due!

@kristimh80 it's early for you. You have a few more days ahead to keep testing.

kristimh80 · May 2017

@JaeJayStark You're not out until AF shows!! Still keeping my FX for you!

krenee124 · May 2017

@dmo1371 yes way too early. Still having spotting today but just taking it day by day. Haven't tested again! Trying to hold our for Thursday am! That'll be 8dp5dt!
@JaeJayStark I'm so sorry

but @kristimh80 is right! Hang in there!!

nmd9168 · May 2017

@jensjourney Thank you! I will definitely try journaling. I need some sort of outlet.

nmd9168 · May 2017

@caseyw8784 Congrats on those great numbers!! Is it normal to get three Beta blood tests? My RE made it sound like I wasn't getting any more after this and to just make an appointment for my first ultrasound on June 19th.

Sugarbreak · May 2017

@nmd9168 have you had 3 betas? I've only had 2 and they won't be scheduling anymore, which worries me. US isn't until 6/14. I'm considering going to my primary care dr. to get one done. The waiting never ends!

nmd9168 · May 2017

@Sugarbreak I've only had two and it seems like my RE isn't going to schedule another. My US is June 19th.

caseyw8784 · May 2017

@Sugarbreak @nmd9168 - it seems that it really varies by office. I didn't think i would have 3, and then after #2 they said to come back in a week for #3, when i was expecting to go back for an ultrasound!

i know it wasn't because they were worried about my levels, they were very very pleased by them...i guess it's just their standard practice...

Sugarbreak · May 2017

caseyw8784 Good to know! How are you feeling? have you already had your US or is it upcoming?

Angelaag · May 2017

@kristimh80 @krenee124 did you ladies test today? Of course I did. 6 days post FET BFN. I just wish it was Friday!!!

kristimh80 · May 2017

@Angelaag positive opk, but bfn on hcg internet cheapie. When I went to the bathroom first thing this morning there was light pink when I wiped, so praying its implantation. Haven't had anymore since, so holding my breath now!

Labluver2 · May 2017

@kristimh80 fx its implantation and not AF coming.

Angelaag · May 2017

@kristimh80 I used a cheapie as well. But on my way to work I stopped and got an FRER and low and behold...BFP! I hope you are in the same boat that the levels are just too low to detect! FX implantation!!!!

kristimh80 · May 2017

@Angelaag YAY!!! So happy for you!!! I'm hope so too, last night before bed I had sharp pain in uterus, then that...so we will see! That's so awesome for you though! This month there has been a good about of BFP's, so hoping it continues

Want a personalized experience?

May TWW

Re: May TWW

Choose Another Board

Search Boards