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Anyone else fresh off the pill!?

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peaky297 · 28/12/2018 22:30

Hi ladies!
As my DH and i habe decided to TTC I took the last pill in my packet on 17th December and had my breakthrough bleed start on the 22nd and end on the 26th. Now the wait begins to see whether my cycle snaps back to normal and of course whether I concieve! I had been on microgynon for circa 3 years.

Is anyone else in a similar position and entering 2019 pill free!? I thought this would be a good place to track and share our experiences as they happen!

S x

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DaniX91 · 31/12/2019 12:17

@whatsthecraic91 it really is flying, think it'll go even quicker once I'm back to work next week too 🙈.
I am a believer in everything happens for a reason, this time next year you could be cuddling your little baby ☺️.
Happy New Year and please stay in touch! We've got a 4D scan on Thursday, I'll send u a pic xx

whatsthecraic91 · 31/12/2019 11:12

@Kinsella82 hope everything is ok?

@DaniX91 lovely to hear from you! Wow that’s crazy it’s flying in isn’t it!! Hope you’re feeling good! Awk well I’m still here and not pregnant! I have a GP appointment for 2 weeks time to see what’s up. Mad to think I started this journey a year ago!! Not letting it get me down, I keep saying my future child isn’t destined for this decade so hopefully 2020 is my year 😁

Happy new year all x

DaniX91 · 30/12/2019 17:40

@whatsthecraic91 aww how lovely of u to think of us ☺️ I'm 29+3 today. It's all getting very real and a bit scary now! How are u doing? X

Kinsella82 · 30/12/2019 13:33

Ah thanks for thinking of me! Im
Doing good thanks. 34+1 today! I’m actually in hosp at the moment. They’re checking on low lying placenta which looks like it’s moved enough now so I’m delighted with that. They think babys tummy is on the big side now though so waiting to see a doc to talk about what they want to do next.
Hope everyone else is doing really well x

whatsthecraic91 · 30/12/2019 13:21

@DaniX91 you popped into my head today! How are you? Must not be long for you to go now? 😊

Would be lovely to hear from the rest of you too!
@peaky297 @Kinsella82 @Beddie11 @Sunshine8888

Readyforthis · 06/12/2019 11:47

Hi Ladies 👋 can I join in on this, or is there a new thread? This is all very new to me, and I wish I had done more research before. I’m 26, stopped taking my pill on Monday. I would have though my 7 day break bleed or my withdrawal now? Would have started yesterday or today but nothing as of yet. I have brought some OPKs and thermometer which can be used with femometer app. I’ve also got some folic acid. Should I get anything else, should I be doing particular thins? So many questions, any advice greatly appreciated 😊

Elmlee · 28/11/2019 21:03

Have you ladies started a new thread?
So lovely to hear how your all getting on 🥰

Main update with me since Aug... I'm officially off the pill now. It will be a week on Saturday ish.. been bleeding since Tuesday... not sure what's going on at the minute!

I'm trying to log stuff on the Ovia app, we were away earlier in month and it said that was my most fertile window and we DTD quite abit while away! I was half arsing my pill tbh as well!

Just taking things easy and enjoying feeling the urge... my hubby has been away since Tuesday and back Friday I can't wait to jump his bones 🙈🙈🤪

Elmlee · 28/11/2019 20:58

Have you ladies started a new thread?
So lovely to hear how your all getting on 🥰

whatsthecraic91 · 07/10/2019 09:04

@DaniX91 thank you! I will hopefully have some news to share soon! Wow 17 weeks already! A little girl! How lovely! x

@Moonstone12 I didn’t know you had got your BFP! I must have missed that! Congratulations! Sorry you are suffering so badly, it will all be worth it in the end! x

Moonstone12 · 06/10/2019 10:55

Hi @whatsthecraic91
Glad to hear from you :)

I'm now 10+2 and suffering from terrible morning sickness! I never did get a first period after stopping the pill but I'm sure of my dates has had an early scan.

Good luck to all those still ttc and to those who got their BFP's xxx

unknownscot · 06/10/2019 09:55

We are now 21 months off the pill and 19 TTC... today is the first day I'll be taking letrozole. Hopefully it helps ovulation. Blood test on CD21 then go from there... wishing for a Christmas miracle.

DaniX91 · 05/10/2019 14:32

@whatsthecraic91 aww I'm so pleased to hear that you're good! You've just gotta do what's best for u and it sounds like u are 😊. Congratulations on the new house, exciting times! As always I have everything crossed for u!
I'm good thanks, 17 weeks 1 day today, nearly halfway! We went for a private scan last week and found out we're having a baby girl 💗
Please do keep in touch xx

whatsthecraic91 · 05/10/2019 13:36

How is everybody else getting on?

@Abi58
@Sunshine8888
@Beddie11
@Moonstone12

whatsthecraic91 · 05/10/2019 13:30

@DaniX91 I’m great thank you, I've been on a
long break from the conception boards since mid August or so as I was on the verge of a breakdown, got way to intense for me and I was obsessed Shock still lurking about on Mumsnet tho - love a good CF parking thread etc 😂 how lovely of you to check on me. Me and DP have just moved into a new house so we are completely relaxed on the whole TTC thing now, just enjoying each other and our new home, if it happens it happens! AF is due tomorrow so I don’t take tests unless she’s a few days late. Coming up on a year for us so I’m hoping we have a little bun in the oven for Christmas. I will definitely keep you posted!

How are you keeping? How many weeks now? Hope you’re feeling ok 😊x

DaniX91 · 05/10/2019 12:07

@whatsthecraic91 how are u lovely? Hope you're well xx

Elmlee · 05/09/2019 14:09

Hey ladies, hope your all well.
I've had a crazy few weeks. I literally thought at one point I was pregnant.
Sore nipples, tender breasts, nausea like mad, craving pizza, exhausted... unlike I have ever felt.
Doctor was convinced and made me take a test. I'd missed 5 pills. BFN.... had some bloods taken and waiting for the test I had to re test as my symptoms hadn't shifter another BFN... bloods came back today... all normal part from liver function and one other thing being satisfactory.
No idea what's going on with me.
On the up point we've booked to go away in November for our year wedding anniversary so that's all exciting. Grin
How's everybody getting on? Xxx

Sami3969 · 11/08/2019 12:29

Hi hope it ok to join, ttc #3, have two kids 12 and 10. I was on cerazette for 10 years with no bleeds, last pill 14th July (4weeks today). No bleeds yet, it’s so hard waiting for first AF to arrive. Trying not to get to stressed.

Sunshine8888 · 08/08/2019 08:28

@Moonstone12 it took 7 weeks from coming off the pill for me to get AF and I went a bit mad symptom spotting and wasted 3 pg tests in that time. I think you’re right to try and hold off but yes it’s so hard!! I’m on cycle 2 and I’m just going to try and wait to see if AF arrives at any point ... if I go beyond the 45 days (cycle one length) then I’ll test

Sunshine8888 · 08/08/2019 08:22

Hi @elmlee welcome to the ttc club! You might find it takes a few months for your cycles to regulate after being on the pill. Some ladies come off a few months before ttc to try and let them settle a bit. I didn’t do that and it’s really confusing because I don’t know when AF is due or when or if I ovulate 🤷🏽‍♀️ so I can’t really track anything at the moment. If you have regular cycles and you know when AF is due, it’s much easier to know if you’re late and if you should test. I was also clueless before I started this journey, you’re in the right place 😊

Elmlee · 07/08/2019 23:02

Hey ladies, just spent the last few hours reading through this incredible thread.
Brand new to Mums Net.
Hope you don't mind me joining and my opening essay!!!
I'm 28, in the process of preparing for our first TTC journey with my husband.
Been on the pill since I was 15 with a implant in between.
Just hoping for some advise really, haven't had a proper period since I was like 15.
I'm also totally clueless about cycles, ovulating and all things!
Husband is really exciting and really wants us on our way by the end of the year. Reading these stories it definitely doesn't seem as straight forward as I and I Think my husband is expecting!!
Currently on cerelle.
Just waiting to pass my probation at work and look in to maternity pay....
Where should I start? SmileSmile

Moonstone12 · 07/08/2019 21:56

Oh no @whatsthecraic91 I really had a positive feeling for you! Definitely go out and have some drinks and try and relax (easier said then done I know!!) lots of positive vibes for next time xxx

Still no sign of AF here. 6 weeks off the pill and nothing. Haven't tested since Monday and trying not to test until next Thursday now. But patience isn't my strong point 😂😂😂

whatsthecraic91 · 07/08/2019 21:16

@DaniX91 @Sunshine8888 thanks for all the support ladies x

Cycle 8!! Never thought it would be this tough! Think we will try SMEP next & invest in the CB ovulation tests, I’ve told DP we need to up our game

Sunshine8888 · 07/08/2019 20:02

Oh no @whatsthecraic91 I’m so sorry! I had everything crossed for you this month. So rubbish! ☹️ This ttc stuff sucks sometimes!

DaniX91 · 07/08/2019 18:53

@whatsthecraic91 aww no, I'm genuinely absolutely gutted for u ☹️.
Go out at the weekend and get smashed! Sending hugs xx

whatsthecraic91 · 07/08/2019 17:28

@DaniX91 she’s here, can’t believe it. Teased me for 4/5 days, what a bitch.

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