Chart Spotters Unite!!

Tell you what, we can stay here in conception. I don't think anyone will mind, but we can set up a thread just for chitchat. Here

Sounds good Ready.
Is there a seperate Chat thread or section ?(I'm useless, I stick to what I know)

Perhaps we need to find a new home to chat 3catstoo? Tuck ourselves away in a quiet corner of _Chat perhaps? Because in all honesty we talk about such a wide range of things don't we not just ttc

Sorry about dh's performance issues, it certainly does sound as if he is stressed out - perhaps that is another reason why he is so reluctant to have another baby, because he knows that he might not be in the best frame of mind for another member of the family? And you sound stressed too, chick, spots are a sign of stress, I get them when I am stressed about things. I reckon taking a break for a bit will do you the world of good, actually. Might be just the ticket - you can then evaluate the situation and talk to dh again about everything.

Hi everyone.

Welcome home City. Did you have a fab break?
I echoe Readys comments on your scan. Do let us know.

Had a strange week here.
DH has been dying with a runny nose.

When he felt slighty better he decided he would keep me up for half the night but with little success (I think stress is a huge factor here - he couldn't keep it up, iyswim, sorry if tmi).
That has happened twice in as many weeks.
I really felt for him, even though he seemed fine about it and blamed having a cold (never had that effect before and it was just a slight cold not flu) - are you sensing my lack of sympathy?
After the second time I also felt frustrated because he just rolled over and went to sleep without any consideration for me.

Sorry I sound so mean.

I think maybe his work related stress is perhaps why we haven't had any luck in the last 18months.

I have decided to have a break from trying, for this month at least.
I have also been back to the GP for more antibiotics to get my skin sorted. He has given something that isn't suitable for ttc (I told him I would have a break in order to sort myself out).

I don't feel sad about it strangley, probably because it is just a short pause not completely stopping ttc.

Can I still pop on here though even though this month is out for me?
I would miss you guys.

I meant, if not as in not had the scan yet. Not... if not amazing. I hope that was clear

Lovely to hear from you City - how's it going? Have you had your scan yet? If so, how did it go? Was it really amazing to see? If not, hope it all goes well for you. New place is great thanks, it's a bit weird not being oop north, but it's good to be settled. DH got a goal this evening, which was nice, 2 so far for his new boys, so happier times - onwards and upwards. Let's hope the baby is not far away . Christmas was good. It's busy time football wise, so plenty of travelling - and of course new years eve is a non-entity, but we don't mind How was your christmas and new year?

Hi Ready, 3catsoo and Freddy...

I hope you had good Christmases...
I am back from hols and missed you all!

I hope the New Year brings you lots of luck and happiness.

How is your new place Ready?

FreddiesYummyMummy, yes hopefully you will catch quick
This thread, once upon a time was full of chart spotters - but they have all got pregnant... I guess a few of us just stayed here as we don't share any other threads together Pretty sure there is room for you to start your own Charting thread and see who is out there. But also you are welcome to chat here with us too

Hi

I found charting really good last time - discovered for the first time the cause of my migraines (they occurred exactly on CD22 every month). Mind you it only took 3 months TTC DS1 - I guess it could get a little boring temp taking month after month....

Ah well - anyone else charting out there? I really had forgotten what fun it is checking for cervical mucus

Hopefully TTC#2 will be as quick (fingers crossed) although I have told DH that it takes longer on the second one so he may be a bit if it is as quick as last time. Mind you I am older now will be 35 so who knows...

The latest Davina workout is 3x30 minute workouts. One is box, one is pump and the other is tone. The theory is to do them all once a week. But I love the box, so do that more. Honestly, though, if I have made it sound complicated, sorry, because it is really good fun. You don't actually punch anything just the motion. Some air-kicking too - and the beauty part is that one of her instructors does an easy version of things, so you can build up to Davina's level.
Her first DVD The Power of 3, nearly killed me. First time I did it, I couldn't walk without pain the next day. Simply cos I really went for it (big mistake). At work my colleague was teasing me, saying there is no way a workout could have that effect. Well, I leant her the DVD and she was exactly the same - she never doubted me again So if you go for that - take it easy the first few times and build up.

If you want something a little less bouncy - I also have salsacise which is a giggle. Learning Latin dancesteps, and it is really funny, and I do actually feel like I have done something. Not the buzz of an aerobic workout, but definitely better than nowt.

Box ercise, I'm not sure if I'm capable of that, never seen it. Does Davina have an ordinary video too?

Freddiesyummymummy, I'm no use either as I've stopped charting. It didn't get me anywhere. TTC #4 but no success, now in cycle 18 or 19 of trying.

Good luck. Lets hope you don't need to chart and it happens quickly for you.

I am full of bright ideas 3cats I can fully recommend Davina's work I particularly like the box-ercise in her 3x30 minute workouts, really gets the heart going. - that's pink cheeks through working hard

freddiesyummymummy Good luck! Have to say I am probably not best placed to give any tips, I haven't actually charted for a few months and I'm actually still ttc#1, been going over a year now. Perhaps you have some tips

Hello
Just starting to chart again while TTC #2.

It only took 3 months last time but I think its worth it as I'm sure it would have taken me a lot longer without knowing what was going on!

Any tips as last time i did this was nearly 3 years ago!

I didn't think of getting a fitness video/dvd. What a great idea Ready..

I hate the thought of going along and looking silly and not wearing the right thing.

I might try that next week.

Have a fab weekend.

As for the knees, I have no idea how I do it but it's always the right knee. Every pair of jeans now has a huge hole on the right knee.

I'm not going to make any bawdy comments about you wearing through the knees of your jeans

I don't go to the gym, I have been a couple of times, in my younger days, but always felt really self conscious - everyone there is toned and knows what they are doing. And the machines are dull! I had an exercise bike at home once, and I used it every day for about 3 months then got bored.

What I do is Davina's workout (I have both, but the boxercise is what I am using at the moment) - it sounds sad, but I don't have to worry about other people looking at me (so long as I remember to close the curtains) or what I am wearing and dh has done it a few times and thinks it is a good workout, so it's not just a con. I really enjoy doing it, and feel as if I have done something. And on days where you just don't feel like working out you don't feel like you should be at the gym just because you paid a membership. I always find that if something is a choice not a chore then I am more likely to stick at it. Her routines work the whole body but highlight certain areas, which you can always concentrate on if you feel the need.

That said, I haven't done it once over xmas and new year - but in my defence I have moved house and been super busy

I think it's the fact that I've outgrown lots of clothes that has highlighted my growing middle section.

Not really sure what exercise is best for tums, bums and thighs.

I think the running m/c is all I could cope with. All those other machines look far too complicated to manage .

Do you go to the gym?

I wouldn't pay huge amounts for jeans as I do seem to go through the knees very quickly.

I am sure your middle is in great shape, especially factoring in your children - I have always been curvy. I am quite happy with myself at the moment, could lose a few lbs perhaps, but I am looking ok. If turning 30 makes it harder to stay trim, I might be in trouble
I swear by Liz Earle The tan lotion is natural too - sunflower seeds or something, which is good. It doesn't have that strong smell like some fake tanners. Do you reckon I could get a commission or something for product placement
Never tried on Liz Claibourne jeans before. I did try on a pair of 7 for all mankind jeans a few months ago, and they were amazing. The fit was incredible, with one exception - the leg length!! I am only 5'5" so I often have problems with leg length. Tut. Probably a good job they were too long, because I would have bought them, and they were over £100

Ok. Enough of my waffle. I need to finish my ironing.

Thanks Ready,

Will try the Liz Earle lotion, I really feel like I need a tan.

I've never tried River Island for jeans.
The best jeans I got were from Liz Claibourne (sp?). But our local shop closed down so London is the closest.

My middle bump isn't big but I know it's there. My clothes are starting to get tighter (some I can't get over my bum , yet I could 6 months ago).

Since turning 30 I seem to put on weight quicker. I've always been small and been able to eat what I like. I fear those days are over. Time to watch what I eat and get to the gym. I suppose it will be good for me in the end .

Thank you so much for being so supportive, it is really appreciated.

January is a low month isn't it. All the hype of xmas and new year over, the bubble bursts. I always take my xmas decorations down before new years, even though everyone mutters at me and says is is bad luck or whatever. But for me, I cannot face the new year with xmas decs, it just brings me down.

Invest in some Liz Earle tan-lotion, a little squirt of it in your moisturiser (body or face) and it gives you a subtle glow. Exfoliate well first, mind

I am sure you didn't look hideous at all. Where did you get your jeans? I have got a lovely pair from River Island, and they are not too low rise, just enough to not be high waisted and really unflattering. Proper hip level. I am not tall, and RI jeans are always a good length. Check them out.

A good tip to disguising a middle bump - ruffles. I am pretty sure it was Gok Wan who said if the fabric has ruffles and rolls, it makes it impossible to tell what is fabric and what is you

As if January wasn't depressing enough !

I feel pale and unhealthy.
I made myself feel worse by going out to buy some new jeans. I tried on my usual size but looked hideous (sp?). The styles have changed again. Low rise is bad enough but it seems to have got even lower. I object to showing the crack of my backside!
Even if it were'nt so big I'd still object!

I came home thinking that I will not buy anymore clothes until I have lost weight. Now I don't know what to wear.

I'm sure I go through this every January.
I get through jeans like there's no tomorrow. Holes in the right knee always.
The last pair lasted 2 months! They were a good fit too but Next have changed that style. I tend to go to Next for Jeans because I am short and the petite range is a good length (most of the time).

Now I have to figure out how to lose the middle bump and bum !

I have a sympathy spot on my chin, especially for you 3cats - no idea where it has come from as my skin is usually fine until the end of my cycle, can only assume that it is all the bad foods eaten over xmas

Fingers crossed this is your month!!

If only Ready.

My AF arrived yesterday, shortly after writing my message on here.

I was sure I was pg.
At least AF arrived on time and didn't keep me in suspence.

The spots are really bad. I have a huge one on my chin. I don't want to be seen out today!

I'm hoping DH will be in a giving mood this month too .

Big hugs all round.

Listen here... none of this pain talk

3cats Sore nipples and spots!! OOooh. It would be lovely if you got your BFP - then that would mean that I would definitely be due mine . Glad you had a lovely christmas, know what you mean about it being over so quickly. The build up seems to go on forever, then it arrives and bam, it's over!

2008 will be our year!!!

Hello all.

Happy New Year.

Greedy, my third wasn't the most painful, they were all equal in pain stakes. She was quick though, 1 hr 24 mins. No wonder I had a prolapse!

Congrats to you though. How is it going with 3?

Ready, glad to have you back. Are you all settled now?

City, how long until your 12 week scan?

Petitfilou, how is the charting going?

Amazingly DH has had a handful of weak moments this cycle. Not sure if any of them were great timing. Fingers crossed that one was.

For the first time ever I have sore nipples. It's been for about a week now.
I am spottier than ever too. Not sure if it's all the build upto AF. It is due today I think.

Christmas was great, just wish it wouldn't be over so quickly.

xxxx

Hey Petitfilou - Welcome to the thread. Have to say I haven't been charting for a few months, I needed a break from it. But may get back to it soon. How are you finding it?