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Thread 25. TTC #1 - February Fertility Fighters on the FRONTLINE

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AlexiaB · 31/01/2017 17:40

Calling all OPK-ers, Temp-ers, Clomid-ers, Femara-ers, IUI-ers, IVF-ers and anyone else on the TTC #1 Bus.

We've been going a while now so the novelty has somewhat worn off and we're slightly battle scarred and bruised in the cervix area. We've ditched the Gregorian calendar in favour of the TTC Cycle Day calendar, and we don't get a lot of baby dust in these here parts, we just keep it legs spread and fingers crossed (LSFX). We love a baby bomb from a prior bus-mate but if we get told to 'just relax and enjoy it' ONE MORE TIME you will get a punch in the face!

We have a new Grad's Thread. We recently lost a whole load of ttc veterans to the good side and we're absolutely desperate to join in the fun! May 2017 lead us all to upduffed heaven and the Grad's thread, amen.

We don't have rules as such but expect to be talked down from the ledge with kind but firm words if you get too hysterical. But most importantly, don't convince yourself that you're pregnant in the tww. That is paramount!

Hop on board, post your stats and prepare to be dazzled by the wealth of TTC knowledge we long-timeys have to share...

Thread 25. TTC #1 - February Fertility Fighters on the FRONTLINE
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Mrsbluebell17 · 13/02/2017 20:14

So so sorry Harriet. Thinking of you. Remember to look after yourself through this Flowers

Skip I'm the same apart from I'm CD4 and it's horrific. The last 4 days have been none stop like that and it's making me feel so so rubbish Sad I hope you're feeling ok with it and that it lightens up soon.

88claire · 13/02/2017 19:56

So sorry *Harriet
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Thinking of you Flowers

macsworth · 13/02/2017 19:55

No such thing as TMI skipper. Sorry your AFs are so crappy.

jam I've always fancied trying a mooncup but never got round to it. Heard so many good things about them.

Hope the GP is helpful tomorrow harriet. I hope you're having a relaxing evening looking after yourself and crying all you need.

My boobs are really sore today, proper stabbing pains. They are always sore in LP, and it varies how much from cycle to cycle. I don't trust them as sign of anything, they're just pissing me off!

Kaydee2017 · 13/02/2017 19:26

Carly I feel you with the skin break outs - I have looked like a teenaged ever since I stopped my pill early December Sad

Pyjamas You have also put me to shame at not exercising - I have though been exercising my upper arms lifting a wine glass (only 1 though and I am only CD5) with my best friend, putting the world to rights!

sk1pper · 13/02/2017 19:24

Hep - I have a good feeling about you this cycle xx

Yay my beer is here, ready for Friday when I'm gagging for a drink. Thanks for the suggestion Pyjamas!

Thread 25. TTC #1 - February Fertility Fighters on the FRONTLINE
CarleyColie · 13/02/2017 18:53

Oh Pug that sounds awful! Take care of yourself and hope you feel better soon.

I'm so sorry Harriet Flowers Glad you got home from work, hope your GP appointment goes ok tomorrow. x

Love the enthusiasm with the exercise Pyjamas.. if I wasn't already in my pjs I might have done the same Blush

My skin has totally broken out this month Sad not something I usually suffer from (and pre O so can't even try and pretend it's a pregnancy symptom Grin) - hopefully buggers off soon!

HepKestrel · 13/02/2017 18:47

skipper just the standard sore boobs. I do think it is way too early for morning sickness!

Londonjam · 13/02/2017 18:33

Flash how are the panic attacks? Did you look into getting some CBT? I think it could really help 🌷🌼

Londonjam · 13/02/2017 18:31

Skipper not tmi at all and I didn't even bat an eyelid at that - other than to think you poor sod having to deal with that. I hope those stronger painkillers help. I've recently moved onto the mooncup - after reading about it on here actually! And love it. I'm not sure how it stands up to heavy periods but might be worth a try.

Glad you're home Harriet and wish I could give you a hug. I hope your DH is looking after you 🌷🌼

Pyjamas you put me to absolute shame with all your exercise. Hats off.

Love macs title too 👍🏼

sk1pper · 13/02/2017 18:28

Harriet - glad you went home, always look after yourself first and foremost. Hope you are okay.

Alexia - only CD2, I misjudged it on Thursday...there's no way that was CD1. Yeah it's horrendous and pretty much half the reason I'm so desperate to get pregnant. I think I'd be coping better without all the issues I'm having at ovulation and then when my period is due. When I broke my wrist, I contemplated going back on the pill for 6 months to get the pain under control again (it wasn't too bad in the 7-8 months coming off the pill) but I'm too scared of going back to square one with my fertility. I like to think I've made some decent improvements and my BFP is due very soon.

Hep - any good symptoms apart from the sickness? Did you say you were testing at the weekend. I am so eager for some good news.

MissyJones80s · 13/02/2017 17:52

mac loving the thread name suggestion

Pyjamas81 · 13/02/2017 17:02

Love the thread name mac!

You're an absolute hero skipper - can't even imagine having to deal with that every month 😱

Thinking of you Harriet - glad you at least managed to get home.

Going to do my exercise video tonight - I absolutely will drop that dress size!

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AlexiaB · 13/02/2017 16:38

Skipper that is not tmi, no need to apologise lovely. It sounds truly awful though you poor thing Flowers Hope it's gone soon - what CD are you now? I've only ever had one period similar to that and I thought I was dying. It was after 2 long anovulatory cycles so my body was finally clearing everything out, it was excruciating! First time I've ever needed tampons & pads too and I spent about 3 days in bed. You're an absolute champ for being at work 👏

Glad you're at home now Harriet. Sending love and hugs xxx

Aww Flash Flowers

macs I love it, thank you!!!

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SmittenPears · 13/02/2017 16:35

... and yes, Mac's, seconding (again) the new thread title idea!

harrietm87 · 13/02/2017 16:18

I did go home (though am still working argh) - at least could have good cry without fear of people seeing my puffy eyes! And have booked an appointment with my GP tomorrow. skipper your AF description didn't offend me - pretty much what I'm going through right now so I sympathise!

Kaydee2017 · 13/02/2017 16:08

So so sorry Harriet Flowers* hope you have managed to get off home & look after yourself. I would also second what flash* said about early MC & flag up to your GP, hopefully your next bean is a sticky one, but should you need to refer back, your GP would have it on your notes.

Group hug

HepKestrel · 13/02/2017 16:07

flash sorry, but that made me giggle, sexy incontinence pantsGrin

sk1pper · 13/02/2017 16:06

I just realised how insensitive my description of AF was. I really hope no one gets upset, I didnt think before posting that.

Flashinthepan · 13/02/2017 15:49

Quick q, I'm struggling to identify if I have 'watery' CM. I feel 'wet' but I can't actually see that it's watery, unlike with EWCM where's it's super obvious it's that.

Flashinthepan · 13/02/2017 15:48

I don't think there's anything that's TMI on this thread anymore Skip! But sorry it's so heavy, mine were like that when I was a teenager. I once flooded through a super tampon, a nighttime pad, my knickers, leotard, leggings, and eventually jeans, during a dance class.

If it helps make you feel less TMI, I wore incontinence pants on the long drive home yesterday to ward off a panic attack (I didn't actually make use of them but it meant I could go for hours without being in a flap!). Come to think of it, perhaps that sort of thing is making DH less than usually enthused for DTD...

Also Macs I'm loving the new thread title suggestion!

sk1pper · 13/02/2017 15:33

Alexia - aww thanks for asking, the cramping is manageable today (I'm at work) but it's what I call phase 2 now. Without divulging TMI, I'm basically wearing an ultra absorbent tampon, a night time pad and two pairs of pants. And even now I'm running to he loo every hour just to make sure I don't become a scene from the Resevoir Dogs. Sorry that was TMI wasn't it?

SmittenPears · 13/02/2017 15:27

Harriet so truly sorry Flowers Flowers Flowers Bear

group hug.

macsworth · 13/02/2017 15:11

These threads do fly by! How about "calm as a hysterical cucumber" for a title?

If you can't take today off harriet then try and have a day off tomorrow to look after yourself. You are more important!

Can we all just have a group hug, it really feels like we need it at the mo

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AlexiaB · 13/02/2017 13:41

Skipper hope you're feeling better after your horrendous period? That sounded awful and I'm so sorry you have to deal with that each cycle. It's just cruel! I'm thankful mine was only 3 days this cycle and no pain meds required. It's not always like that though which is odd. Hope the HSG works wonders for you this cycle. Rooting for your bfp as always! xx

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AlexiaB · 13/02/2017 13:35

Ah this is why I shouldn't rush!

week off work.*

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