TTC after MC. The ups, the downs, the never ending Toad in the Hole and the relentless onslaught from the Facebook faceslaps!

hope that's great news, so pleased for you! All sounding very positive so take comfort in that.

monten I can recommend FF. I previously used the ovia app but this one is miles better and has the fun stuff like reviewing how well you timed dtd and chances of conceiving this cycle etc. You can also compare your fertility charts/bbt with other peoples etc. And it's free!

Oooooh I've just had a phonecall from a lady from the clearblue research trial thing. I couldn't answer as at work but I will give her a call back. Has anyone else done it/know what it involves??

hope - that's wonderful news. I know exactly what you mean about scans and the hospital. I have such a fear of those places now. It’s the waiting. And the silence (Just wrote a great blog on that). Take it easy x

Thanks oneday - I will download that. Love the idea of a bossy, jolly hockey sticks type giving me the thumbs up on my chances of conceiving. Might bring out my competitive streak.

Oh Hope I'm so glad to hear that all sounds positive! Congrats, and here's to a very uneventful 35 weeks xxx

Hi ladies

Thank you for all your best wishes. Well the internal scan itself wasn't painful and straightforward. I actually started crying while she was going to insert it. All those memories and scans came rushing back. I hate the hospital so much. Everyone was very supportive and a lady held my hand.

Thank God the bean is in the womb, I was worried about an ectopic pregnancy. It's not even a bean yet it's a blob. Apparently I'm 5 weeks so she said she can't tell me much if its a viable pregnancy. She has given me another scan date on the 5th in two weeks time. I hope she isn't saying that because she thinks something is wrong! My report said both my ovaries are normal.

Back to the 2ww! I'm hoping its going to be a viable pregnancy so just going to take it easy now. That room, the scan, that equipment gives me chills down my spine. It's an awful feeling but hopefully this time around it will be good news.

Monten please use ov sticks and use preseed too if its worked for some people. Really hope you get bfp soon.

The wtf cycle sucks - my first AF came back cd35 so it can take a while.. Patience is a virtue !!
Ill keep you all updated x

Monten it's fertility friend (the app) - well atleast I think that's what english is referring to!!

What is FF - she sounds very encouraging! I want some to tell me I have a high chance of conceiving I am not needy

Thinking of you hope Hope you're there getting some reassurance/good news as I type.

Hi dontbeblue welcome to the WTF club! I haven't seen the great sperm race but from what I know and have read, the legs up in the air is a bit of an old wives tale but who knows? Personally didn't do it when ttc last time and fell pregnant relatively quickly but it would make sense to try to give the little guys as much of a chance as possible.

English if you're still waiting for first AF, do you mind me asking how you're charting your cycle with FF and how you know you've ovulated? Are you temping/opk? I've started to use FF but it's telling me from my opk tests (haven't done any in a while) and bbt that I haven't ovulated yet.

Congrats Florence! I'd second all the good advice you've had already this morning. Try to relax and stay positive

Good luck hope. The dildo cam is fine. Bit odd but not at all painful.
What dates should you be at at. I was told 7 weeks is the best time as at that point they'd def expect to see a baby and a heartbeat.

Oneday - I think 4-6 would be more accurate as your body has to rid itself of hcg and then go through the usual hormone cycle before AF can come. I suppose it depends on how quicky hcg comes down.

FF says I've timed DTD perfectly and have a high chance of pregnancy. Everytime I've had a high chance based of timing I've fallen pg, so fx!!

Lola Oneday I'm in the same boat as you, it's about 4 weeks since my post-MMC bleeding stopped so I'm waiting on AF so I can calculate dates and get back to normal.

I know everyone is different, but I don't know when might be an appropriate time for POAS, as some people have to wait up to a couple of months for AF, is that right?

We haven't actually planned to TTC this month, we were going to wait a few months as least, but we're had so much unprotected DTD that I'm very cautiously optimistic. However, I also watched that Great Sperm Race programme which made me think it'll never happen by accident. Any one else seen that? What they didn't mention was the billions that fall out?!? Or is that just me? Oh, I just noticed what Boozle said upthread about sticking your legs in the air - is that a real thing?

Good luck hope

Thanks oneday the WTF definetly lives up to its name! I had cramps for a week before AF appeared (didn't before) I always used to get sore boobs and spent plenty of time prodding hoping to feel something but nothing even now that I am on day 3 of AF - truly WTF.

Thanks also for suggestion of cb ov sticks but not going to go there just yet. DH already thinks I am obsessed enough with spending a lot of time on this thread! I have got preseed though so will give that ago first. I'm going to dtd eod from fertility window on pre mc cycle to end of fertility window on post mc cycle - hopefully that will do the trick!!

hope - hope the scan goes well x

boozle hooray for a darker line and no more scary stuff, that's great news. Really pleased for you. Everything's looking good so far so try not to worry.

hope when they found my mmc I had an internal as the bean was much smaller than the 10 weeks we thought we were. They place a condom over a probe and it's inserted a couple of inches. Not uncomfortbale at all. A smear test is much worse! Lots and lots of luck to you, I hope you see a lovely little bean.

english we are ERPC twins. It's strange how advice differs as I was told to expect a period 2-4 weeks following the surgery whereas you were told 4-6.

fox I'm glad your WTF cycle is over. What a relief and closure for you. Like you say you can now move on and get bonking (sorry to steal your word boozle but it made me chuckle)

Congrats florence!!

My AF was due yesterday but no sign of it today either. No cramps, tummy ache, nothing. Most definitely in the WTF cycle - yay me!

Yes, dildo cam is fine, if a little odd! LOTS of lube. Good luck hope will be thinking of you x

Hi Zebedee massive congrats on your bfp. A line is a line! Digi conception indicators are good - I love seeing it in writing and its comforting when the weeks since conception increases.

I think you’re the second person on here who has got their BFP on preseed – hmmm, might have to get me some of that! I have the CB ov sticks, never used them before but will be doing so this month.

just dildo cam. Love it

Good luck, hope, glad you got a scan appointment. Internal scans (aka dildo cam) is safe, accurate and not painful. Hopefully you'll leave reassured. Empty bladder is the order of the day, so no need to drink pints of water.

lots and lots of luck and best wishes hope will be thinking of you x x

Thank you grey that really helps. My MIL saying drink lots of water so now I won't. Pray for me ladies !! Xxx

Hope, internal scans are fine- no pain, and gets them a clearer pic; exactly what you want! My only issue when I had one before was that I hadn't been informed in advance so went in with a full bladder, which then had to be emptied- so my only advice would be to wear a skirt/dress if you prefer, and don't bother making sure you have a full bladder! Good luck x

Haha grapefruit sounds great! Enjoy your summer but please go get a first response for your own sanity! I would've gone by now haha

Hospital called. 1145am internal scan.. What the hell is an internal scan! Will it hurt? Does it have risk of mc!? I'm so scared. My biggest fear is having no baby in sac... Omg.

I also second Hope's far more sensible response!

Thank you ladies, I will take both your pieces of advice.

Also, thanks hope for suggesting cb dual hormone ovulation sticks. I used them for 2 months and discovered I didn't ovulate until day 17/18. And can't remember who suggested preseed lube but I used that this month- who knows if it helped, maybe. Finally, a bit random but I ate a grapefruit most days as I read somewhere that they can help increase ewcm- told you iI had to step away from the internet!

Florence congratulations!! I know it's tough and you are really cared and you don't want to get emotionally attached just yet, take it easy. If I was you I would run to the shops and buy a First response test just for your own sanity.

Once you know you are pregnancy go to the doctors as soon as you can so they are aware and they can contact the hospital.

Relax and enjoy your summer!!

Hey Florence. Congratulations! I'd imagine a BFP is a BFP! I'd go to the doctor ASAP - it certainly can't do any harm and means you're on the radar. Awesome, awesome news! Much love xx

Tori Lola and salty sorry about your loss. This is an amazing thread and full of lovely ladies who will help you get through this. I hope you're all well.

Boozle I hope everything goes well for you. I am praying for you.

Foxtrot of you have a busy lifestyle and want to catch when you ovulate you should try the clearblue ovulation sticks with dual hormone indicator. Tells you exactly when you ovulate and your most fertile window. All the best and I hope you get bfp soon

Oneday I'm waiting for a call from the hospital to let me know when I can have a scan.. I'm hoping today! If they don't ring by 11 i will call myself

Hi ladies, I've been off the scene for a bit as I think I reached a real breaking point where my whole life was revolving around memories of my mmc, DTD and all that goes awith it, anyway I decided to step away from the internet to try and find some peace- I did. So forgive me for not knowing all that has happened with everyone. I did spot some BFPs amongst you which is fantastic.
Sorry to talk about me now but I need advice. I too got a BFP ( AF was due Thurs but I chickened out of poas Fri and only summoned up the courage last night because I'm off on hols this week and wanted to know if I could drink!) Anyway I only used an internet cheapy- do you think they're reliable? Also, how soon should I go to docs? I have no faith at all that this will work out but I do want it on record so that any future investigations are easier to come by. Hope I'm not coming across as too me, me, me. Much love to everyone out there and hello to newbies, sorry you're here but it' s the best place for comfort and support x

Thanks smiling. Sorry your periods are normally so bad - ouch. Hope you're feeling well!