Thread 20 TTC #1 - We. Want. Babies.

Oh no, so sorry Alexia. Bodies can be strange, hope it passes quickly so you can get on to the next cycle.

Thanks Sk1pper I'm actually really surprised to have had a "normal" cycle so quickly after coming off the pill.

Thinking of testing before we have a big family party to go to on 5th November, I'll be around 12dpo, is that a stupid idea? I'm going to try not to get my hopes up but also don't want to have too much to drink if I could be pg. Family will definitely notice if I don't drink!

geeup - it does say in the pack not to discuss it on MN but I don't know what their problem is. Lol. It's just piss and ovulation sticks.

Mouse - glad you are seeing the funny side, it does look a little like a seismic chart. Youre possibly a 7 on the Richter scale. Seriously though, keep plotting - it will be useful when your cycle sorts it's life out.

Jem - in watching the final, didn't watch any others. I'm not hugely interested in baking but these guys have talent.

Fabulous PMA skipper just what I needed

I don't blame you gee I would likely have done the same. Hope this was a practice cycle and next one clomid will do the trick

Can't believe it's the bake off final tonight - and the last one!

Hahaha. Sk1pper, I have my FX for AF f-Ing off for you. Stay away witch.

My temp chart is still hilarious. Absolutely hilarious.

Ps skipper - we're so similiar. Not only cycle buddies but I also signed up for the clearblue trial! They sent me the papers but I've actually decided not to go ahead with it as I will find the storage and postage of the urine samples too tricky with my commute but was dying to see the fancy new opk system! You'll have to tell us about it if you're allowed. Not sure if that's secret though!

Yes good luck cycle 11-ers!
Jem - yes I'll be taking clomid again from cd3 (probably actually that'll be Saturday as no proper red flow yet today - still brown and not wetting the tampon - sorry tmi). But my NHS consultant (from fertility clinic where the GP refers you) wont change my dosage as he doesn't know I started last cycle I might have mentioned last month, the clinic couldn't fit me in for my follicle monitoring scan so told me to postpone a month but I didn't want to wait so took the pills anyway and got a private scan! Not to be recommended but I did my research and took an educated risk. So as far as the NHS is aware, this month will be my first clomid cycle...

MrsG - charts looking good! I see our temping guru has already got back to you with your potential ovulation day, so that's good. But a temp rise is what you're looking for and its definitely there, woohoo!

EJ - sorry, thought I'd be out before you - at least it didn't keep you waiting. . Remember, PMA.

Mouse - I'm literally facepalming right now, and you can't hide from me. Just remember, you did the right thing. Your facebook friend was and is a complete idiot, a human life is not to be gambled with.

Jem - that will be hard, but you should see them. And you never know, they might divulge the horrors of having a newborn, sleepless nights, worries etc, sometimes that kind of stuff can make you feel a bit better.

Thanks for all the well wishes regarding my AF, its hugely appreciated. Its nice to be around people who really get how troubling this time is. However, I had some mild cramping and headaches earlier today, which normally means my temp has plummeted. I will probably be woken tonight by my usual chronic waves of cramping and sickness.

I've just ordered a massive food shop for tomorrow, lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, protein and fiber (chicken, pulses, beans, nut bars) and various other bits and pieces. My diet is good but I'm getting really serious now, at worse my AF symptoms should be less severe, at best Ill get a BFP. Also starting yoga next Thursday, I already walk 3 miles each day to work but feel like I need to step up my exercise too. And if my period starts, then I can start my ClearBlue clinical trial, which means I can use the fancy ovulation kit they sent me.

See - PMA

Thanks everyone for your helpful comments my OPKs have started to fade out now. My lines weren't darker or even as dark as the test line but I'm assuming I onl have a limited window and keep missing it!

So sorry about AF EJ glad you have wine!

Keeping my fx for you that AF stays away skipper

I think cycle 11 sounds like a lucky cycle for those that are there!

Alexia really hope you are ovulating - can you dtd? When did you O last cycle? I remember it being quite late. I love the chart sharing. I still need to get myself a proper thermometer

Is there such think as lucky number 11? ;p i really hope so !
Mouse i think you should get off facebook now :) clearly is not helping

Got everything crossed for those lucky cycle 11's! I'm still here lurking and keeping everything crossed!!!!

Got a weekend up north in three weeks and we have two couples who are good, old friends in the area. They both have small babies and we really should visit. I just don't know if I can handle it I know this sounds dramatic but I'm worried I might just cry all over the babies. Or have to go to the loo to cry.

I think I'm just going to have to toughen up and practise my brave face and get ready to talk baby

Gee what's the plan, do you take clomid again next cycle? If you know the follicle size does that mean your GP will know too and act on this? Big hugs I hope you are alright.

Sorry EJ it totally sucks better luck next cycle

Awwww EJ sorry!!! Sending lots of wine!!

Well there must be something in the water, another two baby bombs today on facebook. One is particularly annoying. Been together 5 mins and this is their 3rd, firing them out. But what's MORE annoying is I know they've just been to a zika infected area recently. Why f-in risk it.

I don't think I've said this but one of the main reasons we delayed was that we were offered a holiday and it so happened to be a zika area. We made sure we didn't fall pregnant before, during and after the trip for the recommended time. Rant over.

Hides from Sk1pper... I'm not comparing lol.

I feel really really miserable. I hate each disappointment after weeks of build up then setting yourself up to do it again. Its killing me

Ive just had a swim, jacuzzi and been in the steam room (at the gym- i sadly dont have these features at home) now im going home to drink wine.

Sorry about AF EJ really must be awful, I'm dreading the end of my tww.

Im out. Af got my this afternoon. Although i expected it im still really upset. At least tww is over though

I always get my positive opk first thing in the morning. If I'd only tested at night or afternoon the lines would match but it's only ever been darker first thing in morning

Thank Alexia I'm pretty sure it was overnight on CD17, as I had a blazing positive at 6pm that night then by the morning it had gone a bit lighter, then back to negative at 10pm.

Looks like you could be if you get another rise tomorrow, your temp is generally quite static isn't it so that's quite a jump.

Figured out how to delete dodgy temps from my chart and it looks much neater now!

Am I right in thinking FF will put ovulation at cd17?

Yes I'm glad I lined them up and compared them as even if I don't get pregnant this cycle then I know what to look for next time and know that we're DTD at the right time.

geeup - sorry to hear that, I was hoping one of us would be successful this cycle. Not looking particularly good for me to be honest, AF due tomorrow and feeling crampy at work so could be right on cue.

Sorry to all of you who are late but have BFNs, I'm always like clockwork so if that ever happened to me I'd be going crazy.

Music - as others have said, it doesn't matter. You may just be missing a very small window for the super dark line but don't worry about it.