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brookert615
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WTO Friday 5/24
brookert615
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**This is a thread that welcomes all regardless of where they are at in their TTC journeys. Please be mindful of topics that are discussed that could be hurtful to those going through tough times. Mention of children or pregnancies of others should have a TW (trigger warning) and be in a spoiler if possible, and only be mentioned if it is extremely pertinent to the conversation. Thanks for keeping this a safe place for us all to engage!**
Month/Cycle:
CD:
WAYDTGKU:
R/R:
CS/Q:
TW
BFP 6/3/19 EDD 2/14/20 BFP 4/15/21 EDD 12/20/21
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
Re: WTO Friday 5/24
Month/Cycle: 10/10
CD: 15
WAYDTGKU: Mobile bumping but adding FWP in the woods for this weekend lol.
R/R: We are all packed up, just got to load up the Jeep and we will be on our way to our off-roading adventure! Super excited! I probably won’t have service so just an FYI if I don’t respond! 🤭 DH is super excited our FW is now falling on Memorial Day weekend. We got engaged four years ago on a Jeep trip the same weekend. And now that he thinks he’s the fertility guru he’s so sure this is our month lol.
CS/Q: GUYS I TURNED A CHEAPIE! My body was faking me out with my temps but took an OPK at almost midnight and it was I think at 7.5 LH so it’s not “peak” yet but so close! I was at 8.0 this morning!
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
Month/Cycle: 5/1 AL
CD: 28
WAYDTGKU: BBT and OPK, prenatal vitamins, folic acid
R/R: my summer semester for my masters degree has begun and I’m already behind! Ah! Taking 2 courses during the last week of school is going to be a blast... at least it’s a long weekend this weekend! Then I can knock out some work!
We have our awards ceremony for our kiddos today, I can’t wait to see their faces when they are given their awards! My “most improved” is by far my favorite student this year, and my “best effort” is my second favorite. They both stole my heart this year! I can’t wait to brag about them today ❤️
CS/Q: I normally have a 28 day cycle. This is Day 28 and I haven’t even seen a confirmed O. I am starting to think I’ll spend a whole cycle in WTO. Temp drop this morning threw me. So did the EWCM. I’m so lost and confused. Thanks, AL cycle.
Edit: wasn’t done!
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
@brookert615 have a wonderful time on your adventure!
Month/Cycle: 6/7
CD: 6
WAYDTGKU: EOD and tracking CM
R/R: All is well in the rubella world. I posted the details in yesterday’s WTO so I won’t repeat here but DH is coming home today so we can get this month’s party started. We are going to see Dear Evan Hanson tonight so I’m excited about that. We are also going to dinner at this restaurant that we love - I must have made a reservation at some point although I don’t remember doing it. I was pleasantly surprised when I received a text yesterday asking to confirm my reservation!
@ejoseph16 noooo I was so sure with that temp yesterday that this was it. Enjoy the awards ceremony though, it’s so sweet that you are so excited to give them their awards
@bows22 Thank you!!!! So happy your results were good and you’re not benched! Sorry about the scare!!! Enjoy tonight!!!! Sounds fun!!!
Edit: words
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
Month/Cycle: 3/3
CD: 15
WAYDTGKU:
-A more laid-back (low-pressure) approach, so no charting or temping.
-No contraception, sperm-friendly lubricant, staying healthy in general (working out, hiking, eating healthier), pre-natal vitamins, avoiding unnecessary chemicals/nasties in environment/food/pharms.
-Eating healthier. I've been adding in lots of extra fruits, vegetables (particularly greens and cruciferous ones), hemp hearts, sesame seeds, cacao powder, and olive/avocado oils.
-Maintaining a low caffeine intake. No alcohol (no biggie because I'm not a coffee or alcohol drinker).
-Keeping a TTC journal.
R/R:
We are in the middle of moving, and I am sick! This is probably the worst sore throat I've had in years. I've been in bed for the past 15 hours. Really hoping this doesn't affect my chances at conceiving this month. I should be in my fertile window, so this is really frustrating!
I'm also limited on cold medications I can take (I have an ulcer that gets irritated by many meds). I tried to avoid taking anything, but I woke up in so much pain that I caved. I took a low dose of Nyquil (alcohol-free) last night so I could actually sleep. I still slept terribly, but I did catch some Zs after taking the meds. I'm drinking green tea with honey today.
CS/Q:
Related to my rant/rave: Does anyone know Nyquil or menthol cough drops are a bad idea when TTC? I'm hesitant to take much of anything right now!
Dating Anniversary: 1999. Marriage Anniversary: 2001.
TTC #1 since 3/2019
@ejoseph16 I hope you get a lot done this weekend! Your summer course load sounds extreme!
@bows22 Have a great date night!
Dating Anniversary: 1999. Marriage Anniversary: 2001.
TTC #1 since 3/2019
Month/Cycle: 18/ +/- 16
CD: 7
WAYDTGKU: I've literally done all the things. opks. lost weight, eat great. herbs. acupuncture. teas. lay upside down. yada yada. . Still trying to be healthy and do my herb thing. But no more opks, no temping. It's been too long and I'm sick of obsessing over it at this point so I am going to try and do what everyone says and "relaaaaxxxx" as much as I can. Currently undergoing testing so we'll see with that too. Have had 2 bfps within my time frame but both early losses. Just hoping for a sticky little bean like all of you lovely ladies..
R/R: I pray this comes soon bc I'm so sick of being stuck in TTC #1 phase, I'm like a TTC pro at this point and it never gets me anywhere. I feel so left behind. I know many women who have gotten pregnant, had their babies and here I am.. still at phase 1 every month. I do get hopeful sometimes, but then I'm constantly being let down. It's hard to imagine myself even getting out of this dreadful cycle month after month.
CS/Q: My biggest fear is that it won't happen for me at all and I won't get to become a mom. It's getting harder to see my dream come true.
@flowntheloop hey friend! I'm sorry to hear you are sick. If you want something more natural, Echinacea is a great herb to help boost your immune system and of course, Vit c. just keep going hard with it for next couple/few days and it should give your body the strength it needs to fight whatever you got going on! Hoefully being sick doesn't affect your chances this month. As long as you get some good BD in you should be good! GL
@brookert615 have an awesome trip! haha that's great he's feeling so optimistic! FX he's right and this is your month! ENJOY !
I'm so sorry you are struggling, and I hope that your dreams come true very soon.
Dating Anniversary: 1999. Marriage Anniversary: 2001.
TTC #1 since 3/2019
@ejoseph16 Sorry about the frustrating cycle! I have no advice to give, but just wanted to acknowledge that that stinks!
@bows22 So happy for you that you're not benched! How crazy that they didn't send you the full explanation! Might have been helpful!
@brookert615 FX for you that this is your month!
Month/Cycle: 4/5
CD: 3
WAYDTGKU: OPK, BBT, CM, PNV, COQ10 (for me and DH), GFJ
R/R: My coworkers and I might have a doggie meet-up this weekend, so I'm looking forward to that. It's Friday!
CS/Q: None right now! Thanks everyone, for the input yesterday about what you do to help with fertility. @kagesstarshroom, I totally went out and got GFJ and ordered RLT after your post!
@valgal90 I'm sorry you are struggling. Sorry if I missed this, have you looked into consulting with an RE?
@flowntheloop I hope you feel better soon! For me, warm salt water gargles through out the day help sore throats. Like do them a ton, more than you think. Also using a neti pot helps get rid of the post nasal drip typically.
@bows22 I was going to say, it looked like your results were missing. Glad it is figured out. I hope you have a wonderful evening!
@ejoseph16 the first cycle after a loss can be a bit wonky. Did they by chance track your HCG down to 0? It is possible that all of the stress from the end/start of school could be delaying O. Hopefully your body figures it out soon.
@brookert615 Have a fun weekend! Yay for fertile week aligning.
Month/Cycle: 2/3
CD: 3
WAYDTGKU: Cytomel for 30 days then back on NP Thyroid, Progesterone Cream, Multi, D, Omega 3, Probiotic, ThyroMax, Methylated B-Complex, Magnesium Bisglycinate. DH is on Multi, D, Omega 3 w/ CoQ10
R/R: It's Friday! Yay, after today I am off until June 3rd! I am going to be so busy this next week.
CS/Q: in my siggy
- BFP: 3/10/16 — Baby Girl born 11/20/16
TTC#2 April 2019@flowntheloop Thanks so much for the encouragement
BEST OF LUCK WITH YOUR MOVE!!!! Feel better soon! Yes, boost that immune system girl. And then go BD! 
@m6agua I am starting to undergo testing starting with lab work then it will be a saline infused US. Unfortunatley, my insurance doesn't cover anything related to infertility so our testing can only go so far and we may have to pay out of pocket for some. They can do some testing that can fall under category for early mcs so that's what were doing now. I do know there have been some months our timing for frequency wasn't perfect. So were trying to really get our timing and frequency ON POINT and hope it works. We've been doing a lot of the same herbs and vitamins lately as you have listed so I'm hoping it helps too.
FX FOR FEB 2020 HOPEFULS!
@valgal90 I really appreciate it! And no problem! You have lent me your ear on multiple occasions now! Here's to hoping I feel better by tonight! The hubby is bringing me home some soup, so I hope that will help!
Dating Anniversary: 1999. Marriage Anniversary: 2001.
TTC #1 since 3/2019
Month/Cycle: 14/14
CD: 7
WAYDTGKU: Prenatals, OPK, BBT, Ubiquinol
R/R: I got a scare this morning. We have a magnetic board at work with our names on it so if there is a fire/tornado/explosion, they know who is in and who is out. We need to move our names accordingly. That is the 1st thing I see when I get in. My direct boss' name was in the OUT column but the big boss' was in the IN column. The guy was gone all week, why does he come in on a Friday before a long weekend?? That means if he decides to stay until 3PM, I will have to stay too. He left at 9:00AM!!!! That means I am heading home early. I am the only one right now in the office so I could go anytime but I'll stay until lunch and then work from home. This made my day.
CS/Q: temps are finally back to normal now that AF is gone.
10/2018: MFI (2 SA under 9 million/ml)
11/2018: HSG shows right Fallopian tube slightly damaged
1/2019: Husband diagnosed with grade 3 varicocele
4/05/2019: varicocele repair surgery
6/13/2019: BFP!!! EDD: 2/22/2020
7/18/2019: Total Motile Count at 3 months post surgery = 51 millions!! (number must be >20 millions to conceive naturally).
TTC #2
9/07/2021: BFP - CP: 9/10/2021
10/07/2021: BFP - CP: 10/23/2021
12/23/2021: BFP! EDD: 08/31/2022
@shoogapoff Aw yay that you ordered some stuff. Until the vitamins started getting expensive, I was like "well, it can't hurt--" but I definitely noticed the effect of the GFJ. The RLT seems like one of those... midwives tales that has been around since the beginning of time but is difficult to "prove." Just remember, not RLT during TWW (or 1st tri when you head over there [I am an optimist, FX]).
@brookert615 Yesssss. I knew you wouldn't have to OPK all weekend in the woods. And I love YH's confidence and "guru" status. HAVE FUN.
@rikiteacup So glad you can leave at your leisure!
@ejoseph16 Ugh I'm so sorry you are stuck in AL limbo. You'll be out of there before you know it, I hope. I am rooting for you. So glad you get to brag about your kiddos, and don't fall behind on your MA courses if you can help it! You got this. **TW** After my cp, I had a hard time getting motivated to get things done--so just be aware of that sort of thing. Don't take on too much if you find that you're a little depressed. I wish I had realized I was depressed sooner--instead, I threw myself into TTC to mask the sadness I felt, which gave me an excuse (for myself) when I wasn't able to take on the normal load. ***END TW*** Just take care of yourself, please.
@bows22 Ooo sounds like a classic date night! Enjoy dinner & a movie!
@valgal90 Your biggest fear is also mine. Hugs to you! Be sure you TW losses, please. If it's in the middle of the sentence, you can do what I've done above in my reply to ejoseph rather than hide it in a spoiler--that's best for longer accounts rather than just mentions. (Just looking out for you; I don't want you to accidentally upset someone! Putting "AL" in a sentence/answer is fine, but other than that--)
@m6agua I have MH on a similar vitamin roll call as yours! He's doing an omega/VitD, Coq10, VitC, and also I got him a multi.
Month/Cycle: 8/4AL
CD: 11
WAYDTGKU: OPK, BBT, FF, CM, RLT, GFJ, PNV, VitD, VitC, Coq10, HIO, H20
R/R: I am sure I have a million rants, but none worth providing except--I am late to the game here today! As for a rave, my friend sent me a link to a self-breast massage, and I did it for myself, and it was kind of awesome. I had been having some pain from a cyst in my one breast, and though it's alleviated itself, the massage was just... really illuminating. It's apparently common in the East but not in the West for women to have their breasts massages/massage them themselves, and is great preventative medicine. I will be doing this more often.
CS/Q: I have nothing clever to say about my chart today!
@ejoseph16 - ugh. hope your cycle pulls it together soon
@flowntheloop - gosh i hope you feel better soon
@valgal90 - so many hugs. the watching other people achieve what you're working so hard for is very difficult and unfair.
Month/Cycle: 7/7
CD:13
WAYDTGKU: PNV, BBT, CP, HIO, OPK, softcups
R/R: frustrated that our home addition construction seems to have taken a week off this week. it's hard to balance not wanting to be that annoying homeowner being like WTF isn't it done, but at the same time letting them know they can't walk all over us. it's just been a gorgeous week and it sucks to miss out on that key framing time. ugh.
CS/Q: i'm pretty sure i'm 2-3 DPO, with an unusually early ovulation. hopefully CH tomorrow then onward to TWW
Married May 2013
BFP #1: 10/14/16 - DD born 6/2017
TTC #2 November 2018 (Mirena removed October 2018 after 1 year)
BFP #2 9/11/19 - EDD 5/24/20 - DD born 5/2020
TTC #3 May 2022 (Mirena removed after almost 2 years)
BFP #3 11/24/23 - EDD 7/30/24
Month/Cycle: 13/ 4- AL (#2)
CD: 4
WAYDTGKU: BBT, OPK, prenatals, Ovaboost (egg quality enhancing vitamins--CQ10, Myo-inositol, Folate...), progesterone suppositories, raspberry leaf tea,
~It is field day over here in elementary school land. I volunteered for the time-out room. I don't know what I was thinking...lol. My BF & I are going to his aunt's for a cookout this evening. No other big plans for the weekend--yet. I am sure something will come up with our friends. I am hoping for some decent weather so I can continue my yardwork adventures.
@brookert615 Good luck this weekend. It sounds fun & romantic! And maybe DH is right, the fertility gods have a plan.
@ejoseph16 I wish we did something nice like that
I am the 3rd grade intervention specialist & I hate the whole testing process; but I do have to brag, my group did amazing this year! ***TW*** My first month after loss #2, I did not ovulate either. I had my saline ultrasound for RPL & I had a cyst. ***** It looks like I am back on track now though.
@bows22 Enjoy your weekend with DH!
@flowntheloop Oh no! I hope you feel better soon. I have been having a rough go with my allergies this spring. My throat has been dry & scratchy, eyes dry & itchy, and lots of sneezing!
@valgal90 It sucks getting in a rut with all the extras we do. I have been a bit cranky about it & lashing out at my BF. Stay strong.
@shoogapoff I am also going to follow @kagesstarshroom advice & pick up some fresh grapefruit. Hey-whatever I can do to boost my chances!
@m6agua So close to being cycle buddies! Enjoy your mini-break from work.
@rikiteacup Yay for an early Friday and a long weekend!
@kagesstarshroom A breast massage sounds interesting! Do you have to have that cyst looked at, or is it breaking up on its own?
@valgal90 So sorry you’re having a tough time! Sending all the love your way! ❤️
@shoogapoff A doggie meetup sounds so fun! Enjoy your weekend!
@rikiteacup So cool about getting to head out early! Enjoy your weekend! Glad to see your temps are back to normal!
@kagesstarshroom Thanks lady! I might still try to do OPKs because I like to see the lines fade! Hopefully the bears and coyotes don’t judge me peeing in a cup 😂. Okay that breast massage sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing! I just read up on lymphatic massage and it seems super interesting from a whole body perspective!
@sevenn What a bummer that they’re doing that! Sorry! Hopefully you can confirm O soon!!!
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
@omg1108 I read about all the different kinds of cysts (thanks, TCOYF! Good for so many things...) and I think it's the kind that is going away on its own. It's hard to tell bc I have always had "cysty" breasts. But this recent one was just an issue bc it hurt so damn bad--likely bc I squeezed it too hard, but I digress. So, since it has stopped hurting and seems to be going away, I probably won't go in just for that, but likely mention it next time I go to some sort of doctor for something (FX it's for the thing I hope it's for--that thing we all hope it's for!) I owe my ob soooo much money ****TW****loss**** my loss cost over 2K in bills ****TW over**** so we have been very slowly making a small payment each month on that. I know it's a bad reason to not call a Dr., but--like, I feel like I can't call her unless I have to bc of how much we owe. & my GP is kind of annoying--I don't want him touching my breasts, one, and two, he is just gonna recommend a specialist or something anyway. If it felt like it could be cancerous or if it doesn't go away/keeps hurting, I'll give in and decide to call one of them. For now, I'm happy that it had stopped hurting and maybe will go away? It seems to be? It's so hard to tell. Thanks for asking--sorry for my monster reply lol.
@brookert615 I am just imagining bears and coyotes watching you, fascinated, waiting for your OPK's lines to appear.
Month/Cycle: 12/ 1 AL
CD: 6
WAYDTGKU: PNV and inositol for now. will be Letrozole, trigger, progesterone, possible IUI
R/R: I moved my stuff into the open office and it’s great. I’m listening to music out loud and just bobbing to the tunes while I do my work. I’m very excited for the long weekend! We’re hoping to go buy a Deere tomorrow and then we have tickets for the Brewers game on Sunday!
CS/Q: nothing yet
@ejoseph16 this is fantastic about your students! Good job.
@bows22 enjoy your "surprise dinner"! So funny you don't even remember making the reservation. What a nice surprise.
@flowntheloop I would go to the doctor. Bad sore throat can get really bad fast.
@valgal90 sorry you're so frustrated. It's good you're going to get some tests. Make sure your H gets tested too. It's easy and cheap for men and will give a better picture. There's a few of us here who've been TTC for more than a year.
@shoogapoff enjoy your meetup! Are the dogs different breeds?
@m6agua lucky you! Enjoy your week off!
@kagesstarshroom one of my former employer gave out breast massage card that you could keep in the shower. I know my doc asks if check my breasts every month.
@sevenn how frustrating! I hope they come soon and don't hesitate to call them. Who care if they think you're annoying. Construction on your house is a big deal.
@omg1108 time-out room? I hope the kids are cute and funny.
@mokay19 sorry to see you here. Waht Deere are you getting?
10/2018: MFI (2 SA under 9 million/ml)
11/2018: HSG shows right Fallopian tube slightly damaged
1/2019: Husband diagnosed with grade 3 varicocele
4/05/2019: varicocele repair surgery
6/13/2019: BFP!!! EDD: 2/22/2020
7/18/2019: Total Motile Count at 3 months post surgery = 51 millions!! (number must be >20 millions to conceive naturally).
TTC #2
9/07/2021: BFP - CP: 9/10/2021
10/07/2021: BFP - CP: 10/23/2021
12/23/2021: BFP! EDD: 08/31/2022
@brookert615 @omg1108 Thanks! My allergies actually haven't been TOO bad this year. This definitely feels more viral or bacterial in nature. Thanks for the tips.
Dating Anniversary: 1999. Marriage Anniversary: 2001.
TTC #1 since 3/2019
@shoogapoff enjoy the doggie meet up! That sounds fun!
@m6agua enjoy your week off!
@rikiteacup a half day is a great surprise before a long weekend!
@kagesstarshroom that’s so interesting about the breast massage, I have never heard of that before. Sounds like it worked great for you!
@sevenn we have that same struggle with not knowing how much to push people who are doing work on our house. It’s so frustrating. I hope they get back to work on your stuff soon
@omg1108 omg I feel so bad for you with the time out room. I’m sure that was a hoot!
@mokay19 have fun at the baseball game! but I hope your team loses 😬