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Christmas is here but it's not the turkey that's getting basted... with symptoms to spot and festive cheer, Prty and the gang are getting BFPS this year!!

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PrtyPsn · 20/12/2015 13:34

Hi (big wave)
So you clicked on here cos you were looking for me (I'm flattered!) or the title seemed interesting!
I'm aware it doesn't really explain anything but we are bunch of lovely ladies all TTC and going ever so slightly crazy with it! For more info see our original thread here -

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/conception/2412386-TTC-anxious-over-early-pregnancy-possible-symptoms?msgid=56357000#56357000

And our most recent thread here -

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/conception/2480630-So-its-John-Wayne-vs-Les-Dawson-in-The-Great-British-Pee-Off-and-Prtys-judging-get-ready-to-be-basted-lovelies?pg=1&order=

We are symptoms spotters extraordinaire - you name it we've had it, real and/or imagined Confused
We are here to help, we are all supportive, we laugh, rant, cry, joke, rage, smile, and comfort together. Be you a lurker or poster (established or new) then you are very welcome here. We only have a few rules:

  1. No judgement - we all lead different lives and have different standards and that is fine. You wanna get wasted everyday of TWW, that's fine. You wanna abstain completely, that's fine. We need support, not judgement.
  2. No feeling stupid - we've all had those months where we definitely think we are pg 110% convinced and then AF turns up, don't feel bad about it, it happens. Also we all have different levels of knowledge so no question is stupid apart from the one you don't ask.
  3. On this thread there is no such thing as TMI - we are all adults and we all know how miraculous and amazing... and downright disgusting our bodies can be, it's fine. Share what you want, we will not be fazed.

So that's it, jump in and FX'd for all my lovelies xx

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BaggyPantz · 29/12/2015 10:12

fee, I'm probably going to have a glass of bubbly. We're staying in though due to having a four year old, and not a lot of partying money left after Christmas, lol!

I allowed myself the odd glass of red now and then over the past couple of weeks. If and when I get my BFP, I'll happily abstain completely, like I did with DS.

Hopefully we're both still in the game and can have a New Year's peeing party on Friday then!! Grin

Feefeefs · 29/12/2015 09:49

Going to try to hold out for Friday too baggypantz! Are you going to have a drink New Year's Eve? I can't decide, sorry if you've already said

Feefeefs · 29/12/2015 09:47

Very impressed by the positive attitude pirsy. I'm back to work today which should be a good distraction.

No AF as yet, still creamy white stuff on wiping which OVIA seems to think is positive. Was Albert weepy last night and sore boobs today.

prty sounds very promising!

BaggyPantz · 29/12/2015 09:38

Lol! Yes, do!

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PrtyPsn · 29/12/2015 09:33

pantz and kitten no can do - obligatory Christmas family visits to make today! Heading out of the door now and not back til later tonight! Might test when I get home, if not then definitely tomorrow!! I'm 2 days late by my calculations but the app reckons I'm due today... will keep you update, wipe per wipe hahaha!!

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BaggyPantz · 29/12/2015 09:10

Oooh prty didn't see your message (I'm such a slow typer, lol!). That sounds quite exciting! I agree, hold your wee and test later this morning! I'm pretty sure they're sensitive enough to pick it up from any time of the day aren't they?

BaggyPantz · 29/12/2015 09:06

Sorry to hear that pirsy. Well done for staying positive. It's so chuffing hard sometimes though, isn't it?

Not a lot happening here. Still in limbo. Boobie tenderness seems to change throughout the day. Had some weird cramps yesterday. Not like typical AF abdominal cramps, but more like a dull throb on my pelvic bone, low down??

Hard to justify any other symptoms due to Christmas madness. I was dizzy after walking the dogs yesterday, but I hadn't had breakfast. I'm generally quite tired and exhausted, but that could easily be due to late nights, poor diet over the last week, not enough water/exercise. Loads of vivid dreams, but I'm not the best sleeper and stress usually causes them.

I have asked OH to hide the sticks until Friday!!

MrsKittenPie · 29/12/2015 09:03

prty! How exciting! Can't you hold your wee and test later this morning? If you're 2 days late anyway it should show by now?

MrsKittenPie · 29/12/2015 09:02

pirsy - I know exactly how you feel - I'm always like that too - trying to be positive but tears not far away! It's totally understandable- that's why it's good to share on here. At least you got a seat though Smile. Look after yourself and we'll all look forward to 2016 together - we'll all get our bfps then

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PrtyPsn · 29/12/2015 08:53

Oh pirsy that's really crappy :( a new year and a new cycle though, we will all get there, lovely x
fee I think waiting is probably a good idea :)
Well, DBAFD 0 if we are to believe the smart arse all, -2 if we are running with me knowing my body better than technology haha!
No smear this morning, no discolouration, even with the deeper wipe (this is now the newest weapon in my TTC arsenal!!) a few vague AF type twinges but nothing yet... kinda wish I tested this morning now :/

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Pirsy1 · 29/12/2015 08:42

You're right kitten! Even if Im only sort of pretending to be positive and secretly I want to burst into tears!

Im back in work today ... sigh. Managed to get a seat on the train on the way in though.

MrsKittenPie · 29/12/2015 08:34

Sorry pirsy - good to feel positive though - that's what I'm doing now- the new year will bring bfps for us all! Grin
Any news fee and prty? Still got fingers crossed for you

Pirsy1 · 29/12/2015 05:43

Im out! Woke up with bloating and cramps and AF is here. Christmas was a good distraction so Im taking this in my stride this month. Onto the next month.

Feefeefs · 28/12/2015 22:57

That's rubbish prty I'm going to try and wait again till Friday/Saturday unless AF arrives sooner loads of PMS type symptoms now so probably on her way!

Pirsy1 · 28/12/2015 19:44

Prty that is so rubbish!! I know exactly what you mean about that brown tinge that usually heralds AF ... the bitch!

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PrtyPsn · 28/12/2015 19:12

Awww fee that's difficult for you, like you say though it is a little while before AF due and it is first cycle so don't be too disheartened, lovely x
pirsy I've had no more colour except I wiped... how do I put this... a little deeper, and there was a hint of brown there :/ fully expecting AF tomorrow

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Pirsy1 · 28/12/2015 18:40

Awwww fee ... sometimes the urge becomes overwhelming doesn't it?! I know the BFN is disappointing but you're not out yet!

I havent had any more brown stuff so far. I might wait til Wednesday and test with you Prty if nothing by then.

Feefeefs · 28/12/2015 18:07

Cracked and did a pregnancy test bfn obviously given its 4 days too early and did it at half five in the evening still massively disappointed! Need to hang on and wait for the next few days! Also a bit of realism give. It's only cycle one! Easy to give myself advice difficult to listen. . .

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PrtyPsn · 28/12/2015 12:28

I also second the immediate peeing on waking to stop that temptation fee
And pantz you ain't out yet!!

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PrtyPsn · 28/12/2015 12:26

pantz nothing more last night but definitely some vague colour on wiping this morning along with some awful AF cramps :(
pirsy by my reckoning I'm a day overdue, the app says I'm due tomorrow. If no AF then I'll probably test on Weds

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Feefeefs · 28/12/2015 09:59

Thanks PrtyPsn I'm hopeful too but not convinced it be that quick, things always seem to take awhile for me to get right/get what I want so figuring that will apply to TTC to, DH always gets what he wants in life easily so he is convinced it'll happen very quickly!!

Pirsy1 and BaggyPantz cheapie sticks are away! I like the going to the loo quickly first thing I think that'll help me avoid them too.

Thanks for the welcome MrsKittenPie

Still no real symptoms to speak of think iffy tummy IBS on the plus side I normally get quite bad PMS and get very moody no particular sign off that either.

Ouch sore area poor pirsy1 maybe those wet toilet tissue wipes would help and should still be able to see anything on them?

neetie1 · 28/12/2015 09:52

pantz flow is about normal I guess last couple of af's though it has been bright red all the way through no brown at all. As it's day four I would expect it to be lighter today last few days have not been mega heavy just painful. I don't understand why I am still cramping though.

Pirsy1 · 28/12/2015 09:35

Gosh Pantz that is disappointing! Im still harbouring some hope for you though. I was 100% convinced that you were having implantation bleeding so lets hope we're proved right. You're not out til AF shows!

Prty are you due to test today or am I mixed up with my dates? Is AF staying away? Really want you to get a BFP.

Fee - we all get tempted by early testing .... but it is better avoided I think because if its negative you dont really know if its a true result or not and sometimes it can be more disappointing than AF. Stay strong and step away from the sticks! I force myself to go straight to the loo when I get up because I know if I dont test on FMU then I probably wont do it!

Neetie that is odd ... are the cramps def AF type cramps or could it be something else?

Ok TMI alert! Small bit of browny / red blood when I wipid during the night. BUT I have a little sore area down there (not sure why) and I think its when I touch that with the paper that I get the blood. Its either that or start of AF. Think Im too latefor implantation now. Feeling knackered and nauseous but think thats because I slept terribly last night!

BaggyPantz · 28/12/2015 09:03

Sorry neetie must have posted before I saw yours. That's very odd. Is your flow any different?

BaggyPantz · 28/12/2015 09:01

Boobs have completely flopped this morning. They were fit to burst last night! So I'm just awaiting the impending doom. I just hope she doesn't drag out this agony any longer. AF usually turns up earlier than my app predicts, so today or tomorrow would fit in with the last couple of cycle lengths.

At least if she does turn up soon I can actually make the most of my week off, rather than waiting in limbo!

Anyway, enough about me! prty, how's things looking for you and your wiping?!

fee - you put those cheapies far far away! I know how tempting those buggers are, when there's like 20 - 40 plastic sticks just lying around...you start thinking oh I've got loads, 1 won't hurt!

flowers, kitten, hope Christmas went well for you both, despite AF trying to steal the show!

neetie how are you doing?