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TTC first baby... mega thread!

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Crossfitgirl · 25/08/2018 10:13

For those of us TTC first baby, a continued thread for August 2018 :-) a place to share our new mummy journeys!

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Crossfitgirl · 27/08/2018 07:51

@ranchorelaxo let's hope it's the LP getting longer xx

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CrystalBlaze · 27/08/2018 07:49

Morning @Rancho. Good news on the LP but you're still not out yet Smile

RanchoRelaxo · 27/08/2018 07:41

Bfn this morning, used an internet cheapy cause I didn't want to waste the frer so not too bothered, only confirmed what I thought anyway! So now either my luteal phase is getting longer, or I got my ovulation date wrong

CrystalBlaze · 27/08/2018 07:37

Morning all. Sorry @daisies and @Flapjackered that you think the witch is on her way Sad

@Crossfitgirl hopefully it's a good omen!

How is everyone else feeling?

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Crossfitgirl · 27/08/2018 07:37

@neverstopexploring @cupcakesandglitter re: exercise, I do crossfit usually about 3 times a week and fully intend to carry on when pg, just modify anything that my body disagrees with.

I'm a physiotherapist so I know that it's safe, and it can definitely help with Labour - I also know 4 girls from my gym that have had babies and all had easy labours.

There is a lot of scaremongering that exercise is bad for you but I think it's only if you over-exercise to the point your cortisol levels are constantly high, which would take a looottt!

For me personally it's also my stress relief, which I think is more important for me than anything else whilst ttc.
Saying that I haven't been to the gym for 3 weeks now due to our house sale! Lol!

Sorry for random post just feel very passionately about keeping fit and how exercise is still so stigmatised in pregnancy - so many people use it as an excuse to be lazy, but also the fact people still judge people for doing any sort of movement or exercise when pregnant! I think it's great when people are trying to be the healthiest they can be, whether pregnant or not :-) and cos I'm a physio I'm obviously pro fitness haha.

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Crossfitgirl · 27/08/2018 07:22

Thank you @neverstopexploring :-)
@patapouf do what you think is right for you, even if you do need to lose some weight, you can still do that while ttc and even whilst pregnant right? It's good you are on board with being healthy!
@flapjackered good will power, keep us posted.

I was gonna stay away but...

Woke up this morning after a really vivid dream that I took 3 pregnancy tests and they were all super strong positive BFPs!

Woke up gutted it was a dream 😥😭

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daisiesandpeonies · 27/08/2018 06:57

@FlapJackered I think I'm not going to bother testing either as I'm so cranky, cramps typical PMS. Was going to do it tomorrow if AF doesn't come today but don't want to waste tests. I hate that feeling of waiting for it - heart pounding, guts churning - I actually prefer it when AF beats the BFN!

FlapJackered · 27/08/2018 06:36

Just woke up to a massive bbt dip so I am not going to bother testing Af is on her way.
Nice of her just to wait around a bit just to give me that extra hope!
Good luck to everyone else testing this morning.

AngeloMysterioso · 26/08/2018 23:33

@FlapJackered thank you- I did actually get pregnant last year but had a termination (long story) so it doesn't look like we have fertility issues. It's more the risk of MC I'm afraid of.

FlapJackered · 26/08/2018 23:25

@AngeloMysterioso so sorry you're having a tough time of it. I was in exactly the same boat as you with HypoT I had a TSH of around 7. It is really frustrating isn't it but at least you know now rather than ttc without any luck. If it's any help once I was put on LevoT I felt so much better in myself and the wait to ttc flew by much quicker than I thought it would. I feel your pain though as it is not fun when an extra hurdle is put in the way.

FlapJackered · 26/08/2018 23:18

@RanchoRelaxo - good luck! I am testing again tomorrow too if af doesn't show up overnight. Pretty sure it is going to be a bfn though as getting v crampy now.

Thanks @Patapouf 🤞🏻.
I wouldn't beat yourself up! You can only do what you can and if you do get pregnant the chances are it won't affect anything, but if there is any risk I am sure the doctors will make sure you are monitored carefully. Mothers of all shapes and sizes have babies all the time without a problem.
I have been on holiday for my tww and have been drinking every night, it will be Sod's law I get pregnant this cycle and will feel the guilt of that! I think there will always be some aspect of your lifestyle that isn't ideal, but babies are hardy things!

@NeverStopExploring - that is really interesting although not wining at the avoiding alcohol this cycle 😳 I am back to sobriety now I am home from hols but still feel a bit guilty.

Welcome @gebs !

@Delilah7 I hope you're ok lovely? X

purplestar9 · 26/08/2018 23:05

@RanchoRelaxo I'm 12DPO today, but CD34. Hopefully it's a good sign! Keep us updated!

AngeloMysterioso · 26/08/2018 23:02

Reposting from our other thread with a bit of extra info-

Me - 33 in 2 weeks
DH - 33
TTC #1
Cycle - not actually sure when we’ll be able to start at this point

I've had a hefty setback this week- a recent blood test suggests that I have subclinical hypothyroidism- for TTC my TSH level should be below 2.5 as there's an increased risk of miscarriage and developmental problems if it's higher than that, and atm it's 7.77. My GP said to have a second test done in 6 weeks (Shock) and he's going to speak to an endocrinologist, and then we'll look at putting me on medication to bring my levels down and once they're at an acceptable level, then we can start TTC.

I'm absolutely gutted. I had been hoping to start on my next cycle (AF arrived day before yesterday) and be pregnant by Christmas, at this rate I won't even have started by then. It doesn't help that we spent all day yesterday with our friends and their new baby, and I've been looking at maternity clothes online. I haven't been able to bring myself to tell DH yet, he's been so excited about it. Part of me wants to throw caution to the wind and crack on anyway, but I know I wouldn’t forgive myself if I MCd. I feel like crying.

RanchoRelaxo · 26/08/2018 22:46

Purplestar9 am 9dpo today, but af normally shows 8/9dpo, so either am preggers, or the vit c tablets I take have made my luteal phase longer, win win either way I think! Have had cramps since 7dpo and the constant feeling that my period is starting 😂 how many dpo are you?

Patapouf · 26/08/2018 22:40

mrsc I’m overweight and having a daily battle with myself about postponing TTC to lose some weight, I’m terrified I’m being selfish by putting my desire for a baby over the possible risks and complications a higher BMI has during pregnancy. Also, I’m worried my weight will prevent TTC success!

Congratulations ttcat!!! And mrsreader I bet you are both thrilled

Baby talk must have been tough delilah, here’s hoping you’ll have good news to share with them soon.

flapajckered fingers crossed for you!

cupcakesandglitter · 26/08/2018 22:28

@MrsC87 DH does the cat litter - glad I will have a legitimate excuse for not doing it 😂

That's so disgusting about the cans - I'm not going to buy any!! So gross!

purplestar9 · 26/08/2018 22:12

@RanchoRelaxo what day in your cycle are you? I won't be testing tomorrow but Wednesday hopefully if AF doesn't arrive in the meantime! Thought it was coming today as I have had cramping but nothing yet and the cramping seems to have stopped, not due till Tuesday anyway but thought it was strange!

PinguPengo · 26/08/2018 21:56

Thanks @NeverStopExploring that’s such a useful post. I am taking folic acid but not the others so I might see if I can add them into my diet either from food or supplements. I always worry about my iron levels as I don’t eat much red meat or leafy greens, I didn’t know it was so important for pregnancy and TTC so I definitely need to do look at that.

Hope everyone enjoys the bonus day off tomorrow (if you get it) and looking forward to updates and more BFPs soon. Smile

gebs · 26/08/2018 21:51

Fingers crossed rancho 🤞🏻 last month I used 4 tests, all negative and af turned up 10 days later than predicted 😑

MrsC87 · 26/08/2018 21:45

Strangely I knew about the cat poo, great reason that the hubby has to change the litter tray 😜
My sister also said avoid drinking from pop cans as they can be stored in warehouses where rats pee on them- apparently this is harmful too....just googled it to see if so and she was right!

MrsC87 · 26/08/2018 21:40

Sorry caught up and saw your advice! Thankyou @NeverStopExploring! Shall start planning my meals a lot more around the info you have given me.
Hope everyone has an enjoyable bank holiday 😘

RanchoRelaxo · 26/08/2018 21:39

Welcome gebs! 😊

Still no AF.. might test in the morning if nothing shows before then, but still cramping so who knows!

Is anyone else going to test tomorrow morning?

NeverStopExploring · 26/08/2018 21:36

@MrsC87 it’s on page 9 the very long post! Smile

MrsC87 · 26/08/2018 21:33

Yes please @NeverStopExploring, any info/advice is helpful.
Sorry for the late reply, only just got home from an evening with friends.
Just about to catch up on the rest of the thread....

NeverStopExploring · 26/08/2018 21:19

Yes please @cupcakesandglitter I need to drag my bottom off the sofa and back into shape!

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