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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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PrtyPsn · 28/02/2016 14:55

(pulls head out of giant jar of Nutella) Toblerone? Only if it's one of those giant airport ones!!

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Pirsy1 · 28/02/2016 14:28

Sounds good Prty. Chocolate orange and toblerone?!

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PrtyPsn · 28/02/2016 14:06

Aww -pirsy that's crap news :( let's sulk and eat chocolate together while we wait for AF to ruin our week!

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Pirsy1 · 28/02/2016 13:43

Prty hugs for you! Im really sorry. TTC is so demoralising at times.

I got BFN on a FRER yesterday too. Tested because wanted to know if I could have a glass of wine. Just waiting for AF to show now.

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PrtyPsn · 28/02/2016 11:25

AF due in 2 days... is a bit early but not so early you wouldn't expect at least a squinter rather than the stark white strip I got :( I know it's my own fault

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MrsKittenPie · 28/02/2016 11:16

So sorry prty - maybe it's too early? You're not out yet lovely, big hugs

snowy1982 · 28/02/2016 10:33
Sad
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PrtyPsn · 28/02/2016 07:51

I'm weak.
I folded.
BFN.

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neetie1 · 27/02/2016 19:30

Sorry hippy also still here just had a busy week. In the middle of fertile week and waiting on smear test results to come back..

MrsKittenPie · 27/02/2016 16:30

snowy - a pamper day sounds lovely, just what you need Smile, and chilled out is great for your new cycle.
I had my second acupuncture session on Thursday, she put a needle in my forehead as well as the others in my hands and feet and this made me totally relax, I drifted off and felt like I was floating! This needle stops stress/anxiety apparently. She said next week she may try medical qui gong - or something like that on me but that it might not be needed but she would 'know' when she saw me, so in other words would have a feeling whether the cycle had failed or not then. How strange is that? But if she does do it I'll feel down as I'll think it hasn't worked again so am now stressing out about that! But this qui gong - don't think you spell it like that is like an MOT for the body so who knows, maybe that will kickstart my useless ovaries Grin

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PrtyPsn · 27/02/2016 16:21

Sounds like an amazing day snowy
kitten I would have done the same... frustratingly enough I bought a bumper pack of ICs before Xmas and haven't POAS since!

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snowy1982 · 27/02/2016 15:58

Had a pamper day today with my 2 sister in laws, good way to relax after this weeks AF disappointment, feeling all chilled out and ready to head into the next cycle

MrsKittenPie · 27/02/2016 15:28

Hi all
Sorry I've been quiet - hippy thanks for asking - I'm fine - just been mega busy and trying not to think about ttc too much - that hasn't really worked! I'm sure your OH will be onboard, they just aren't as stressed about things as we get or just don't show it as much.
prty - I bet you're dying to test! I would be! I was really excited today as sainsburys digital pregnancy tests were on offer so I bought them. I would only ever use a digital test if I had proper lines on a cheapy so they'll probably stay in the drawer forever but hey!

glitterpoppy · 27/02/2016 08:35

Hi all.. hippy we've got the SA to do, we've got it at home here then have to drop it off at hospital before I have to go back in the 3 months.OH knows he's got to do it but putting it off abit at minute!

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PrtyPsn · 26/02/2016 21:49

Can't say I've ever noticed it before snowy except after DTD obviously! I swore I wouldn't test until I was late but it's gonna be really hard to resist this weekend!

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snowy1982 · 26/02/2016 21:46

prty if scent isn't normal for you then it could be a good sign, you know your body and how it usually is in the run up to AF so it could be a positive sign

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PrtyPsn · 26/02/2016 17:47

Hi hippy we always expect a long post from you Grin
Sorry OH isn't more on board, I'm sure once it happens he wouldn't want it any other way!
Ok, weirdness continues... DBAFD 4 ish and today, well there no other way to say it... my foof smells like... haha... seminal fluid (feels overly polite and British) no DTD this week due to business and I obviously shower daily... can only surmise the scent is coming from inside me (classy!) not sure if it's a good thing or not :/

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hippybird · 26/02/2016 10:57

and kitten - are you OK?

hippybird · 26/02/2016 10:57

Neetie - you've gone quiet. Is everything OK?

hippybird · 26/02/2016 10:56

Hi all! Just checking in. Seems like it's all go here at the mo!
Prty - I hope Af stays away for you!
poppy although it's stressful, at least you are on your way to knowing more, and they may find a solution, not a problem. Fingers crossed for you! Remind me, have you had your sperm analysis done?
Snowy yay that the SA was all good. I bet he's puffed up like a pigeon!
My OH has to get his done before we get more investigation done, and I know he doesn't want to do it. TBH, I'm not sure how enthusiastic he is about the whole thing. I think he's worried about it affecting our quality of life, just as we're actually getting our shit together as adults. Don't get me wrong, if it happened, he would be happy, and he knows we would make it work, but I know I am the one pushing this thing along. I hope I can persuade him to go for a SA.

(oops! A long absence and then a long post from me! Soz!)

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PrtyPsn · 25/02/2016 17:38

Thanks pirsy I'm snappy today, constantly peeing, a few minor cramp like twinges... don't know what to think!
Don't forget pre-AF can also be early pg symptoms, still hopeful for you this cycle x

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Pirsy1 · 25/02/2016 08:25

Prty Ive got my fingers crossed for you. Your AF needs to stay away!

Dont you want to just give those super fertile people a shake sometimes and tell them how lucky they are! I do really think that fertility can be seen as an achievement and some people are quite smug about it. I definitely feel like a failure for not being able to get pregnant.

Am feeling a bit pre-AFy - just feeling hungry and not sleeping well. I cant be too upset as this time 2 weeks ago DH was on nights and we didnt DTD much.

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PrtyPsn · 24/02/2016 21:51

Waaahhh glitter that's so frustrating!! I met a 'we only did it once' pregnant woman today through her friends, really hard to act sane!!
Slight brown smear tonight, CD26 :/ I've had a 28 day cycle before but normally go around 31, don't feel like AF is imminent...

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glitterpoppy · 24/02/2016 21:45

You are exactly like me snowy try looking at the positives that if there is anything, they can sort it out then you will be on your way to that BFP!

More baby bombs on Facebook tonight.. Yes BOMBS.. Grr annoying!

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PrtyPsn · 24/02/2016 20:33

Try not to worry too much snowy if there is an issue then you are on the right track to getting support :)

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