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cramping 3/4 days after suspected Ovulation - Could I be Pregnant?

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Pinkemi · 09/06/2017 13:15

Hi all,

So I am a newbie to this website! Smile

My husband and I are trying for our first baby! We are currently on our 2nd Cycle of trying (I sobbed when AF came to visit last) and I am now in that dreaded 2WW period. I have been having strange symptoms but I dunno if I am just symptom spotting because I'm waiting you know?? Hmm

Okay so some background:

I believe that I am about 3 or 4 DPO (Clue says 4 days and Ovia says 3.. although I've only just started Ovia and been using Clue for ages to track my cycle so Clue might be more correct?) The past couple of days I have been experiencing a load of cramping! It started at the top just under my chest and for the past couple of days its basically period pains without AF! I keep running to the bathroom to check if AF has come early as I know Im not due until about Saturday next week! I seem to be weeing a lot more and I haven't upped my drink intake! (Or I could just be paying more attention to these things.) I also seem to be yawning a lot and REALLY gassy.. not to mention I'm having issues with going to the loo.

I did a PT yesterday and not surprisingly it came back negative.. coz its far too early to test right?

My DH and I did the deed on day 1, day 4 and day 6 of my suspected ovulation period and then again the day after (which would have been 3 days ago. ) I just did a CM test and had a load of stringy (sorry tmi!) type mixed in with creamy white. Could that be my husbands left over? Dunno if it lasts that long?

I was diagnosed with IBS a while ago.. but I haven't had a flair up for months and have't changed my eating pattern.. so i doubt it could be that!

Sorry if I am coming across as stupid.. this is all so new to me.. and there is only so much Googling a person can do before they start to become slightly crazy! Also.. It would be lovely to speak to people who are in the same situation.. as TTC is not really something you can talk to friends and family about is it! Wink

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MrsMamaG2016 · 01/08/2017 21:51

I don't show on ovulation sticks but with my first time I tried to get pregnant I ovulated 4 days after my period used to stop and now I have no idea ...

I'm trying now but am being more relaxed about it ..

When I got pregnant the first time I did everything by the book and my gp said I would drive myself crazy and mentally block it happening so on the 5th month I did everything to distract myself. I wouldn't even let myself wander into thoughts if I did I switched it off and actually decided to sleep with my hubby because I wanted to not because of a cycle.. without fail that month I was pregnant and so freaking shocked I did bloody 8 tests because I didn't believe them ... so this time I'm relaxing and letting nature do what it wants

I do understand how hard it gets my DSD mom got pregnant when we were trying and 3 close friends and I was in bits plus a baby shower in there and I felt like I was falling apart and so jealous of them ... guess all I'm saying is distract yourself and will likely happen...

This month is my 2nd month of trying after having my DS 8 months ago and honesty if I hadn't had a strange little bleed in the midst of my cycle I wouldn't be even thinking of it ...

Good luck though xx

Littleonek · 01/08/2017 17:37

Aw good luck! I hate the two week wait! Drags sooo much!!

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Pinkemi · 31/07/2017 22:54

So glad to hear that your body is getting back to normal for you! But bad news about the scan.. it tends to happen that way for me too. Grin

I am now on the 2ww.. waiting very impatiently!

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Littleonek · 31/07/2017 21:52

A miracle has happened... my period started today on the day its due!! First time in 7 months!! Lets hope it lasts 7 days this time not 18!

Now I can get my blood test done this month and hopefully my scan. They booked me in for a date when im away on holiday! Typical!! Just waiting for a different date now.

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Pinkemi · 20/07/2017 13:52

day 18! sorry to hear that. :( Maybe just DTD as much as possible and hope that you catch the day?

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Littleonek · 19/07/2017 20:54

So counted my days and my period has finally stopped on day 18! Whoop!!

I was meant to overlate yesterday but I have no idea if I have or not as I couldnt tell if I had discharge or not.

May have to wait till next month to try.

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Pinkemi · 18/07/2017 11:18

haha i say running.. it was more like plodding! haha

Well done on keeping the motivation going! I need to take a leaf out of your book! I am trying to walk 10,000 steps a day! And make sure i get out at lunch time.. even if it is only for like 10mins.

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Littleonek · 17/07/2017 17:44

Wow running a marathon is super impressive! I do 40 mins three times a week. So far its good, im hoping it will improve my cycle. It defo hasnt helped stop it yet!

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Pinkemi · 17/07/2017 13:48

How are you finding the gym? Technically I am the thinnest I have been in years at the moment.. But I guess it's just not thin enough! I do remember actually when I was marathon training (I ran one 2 years ago) that even though I was exhausted.. i felt good! Obviously not going to train for a marathon again.. but at least an hour 3 times a week would help me lose a few lbs. And the more exercise I do.. the more I feel like eating well. Time to get a grip!! lol

You know.. I "think" you wouldn't ovulate.. coz your body is focusing on your period.. but.. I dont really know! Google maybe? thats what I normally do when I don't know anything. haha

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Littleonek · 17/07/2017 13:29

Ive joined the gym three weeks ago as exercise is meant to help your cycle and energy levels.

Haha everyone has something to moan about when ttc as its an annoying and complex issue! No idea when im ovulating this month with a two week period. Do you still ovulate when on a period as its meant to be ovulation day today.

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Pinkemi · 17/07/2017 12:25

14 days on your period?! Jeez.. I'm really sorry! (Suddenly feel very guilty for complaining so much.)

I am pretty sure now that my weight and stress levels are effecting me getting pregnant. Both of us have a BMI of 30 or over.. it can't be helping matters! Time to start hitting the gym properly again and eating better!

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Littleonek · 17/07/2017 11:50

Its good your cycle length is normal! Im on day 14 of my period which is super heavy with clots and cramps. Cant wait for it to stop.

Three weeks until I should have my ultra scan and have more answers!

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Pinkemi · 16/07/2017 08:38

Yep.. AF arrived in full force.. just as predicted . At least I've got my cycle length worked out to the T. So fed up. :-( want to drown my sorrows into a bottle of wine.

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Littleonek · 15/07/2017 16:27

Ow no, there is always next month! :)

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Pinkemi · 14/07/2017 23:27

Took a test tonight.. BFN. :-(

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Pinkemi · 14/07/2017 13:35

So i am pretty certain that this month is a no... But i cant quite get rid of the small glimmer of hope! lol

AF due sunday.. so just gotta wait..

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Littleonek · 11/07/2017 21:11

Congrats!!! How long have you been trying for?

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Pinkemi · 11/07/2017 10:35

@newmummyJJ wooo! a faint positive! What did your second test tell you? Grin

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NewmummyJJ · 10/07/2017 16:08

Thank you Pinkemi, I did a test today as have a feeling I ovulated earlier than I thought and got a very faint positive. Going to re-test this evening feel terrified to get my hopes up.

Littleonek · 10/07/2017 16:04

Yep they all had none. Everyone is different though.

My motivation is energy levels and becoming fit so I can conceive.

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Pinkemi · 10/07/2017 14:34

Ah man.. no symptoms at all?!

I have also joined a gym.. and am trying to desperatly go.. but its been hard to find the motivation for some reason. I have stopped eating so much meat though as I think i was eating too much. Have also limited my dairy intake... baby steps! lol

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Littleonek · 10/07/2017 11:36

Thanks, im hoping it all comes back clear. Joined the gym three weeks ago so will focus on getting fit and healthy. Wont know anything for sure until next month.

My mates who had kids recently said they had no symptoms when they were pregnant. So defo dont symptom spot as I did that and you get so disappointed when its a negative test result.

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Pinkemi · 10/07/2017 11:27

@littleonek Sorry to hear about the suspected PCO.. but at least you are beginning to get answers for the issues that you are having! (Unlike us lot. lol)

@newmummyJJ Welcome! I will keep my fingers crossed for you that this month is your month!

Personally.. i think i'm out again.. I dunno why but I just get that feeling. Similar symptoms as to last month (sore boobs, slight cramping, a few spots on my face.) You would think that if i was preggers.. these symptoms would change? Plus.. CM seems to be drying up too. :(

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Littleonek · 10/07/2017 11:04

I went back to the drs this morning. She said I have suspected PCO. And I have to have an ultra scan to rule it out as my other blood result ratios are fine.

She said the pill doesnt affect testerone levels so it cant be that.

It take a month to get an ultra scan appointment.

Also have to have blood test results done next month on day 2-5 of my period as the test I had done was on the first day of my period.

NewmummyJJ · 08/07/2017 21:51

Hi guys,
So glad I found this thread, four days post ovulation and driving myself crazy hoping I'll be pregnant this month xx

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