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When's the best time to get pregnant? Use our interactive ovulation calculator to work out when you're most fertile and most likely to conceive.

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 08/07/2019 16:32

Hi guys,

I’ve done a few threads on here for ttc but this month I am in a new positive state of mind and I am determined to get that BFP!!

I’ve been to the GP today who said my bloods have come back fine for hormones etc and just that I am very low on vit d (which I knew from last check up and have been taking vitamin tabs twice a day) anyway....

She has said there is nothing to suggest any infertility or that I’m not ovulating and that perhaps I am ovulating and not timing it. I was convinced at this appointment I would be prescribed chlomid, but no she said that I just need to come back in 2 months with a new blood test and see from there...

I came away disheartened and a little bit like I’d given up until I thought hold on she said there was no reason to suggest in infertile or have a problem therefore I am fertile and need to work harder! So I got online ordered loads of OPKs, preseed and a basal thermometer.

I also downloaded Sperm Meets Egg and I am determined this month to follow rule by rule. Sorry that was very long! But I am due AF any minute so will be tracking from about day 8 anybody want to do the journey with me??

Again sorry for how long that was!!

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Makingawish · 22/07/2019 09:40

@AllHopeAndNoResults I’m not too sure tbh because I read a LOT of good reviews about it and hadn’t yet heard of preseed but since I have, preseed does sound much better! I’m willing to try anything really. I don’t want it to turn into a chore x

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 22/07/2019 09:29

@Makingawish do you think it didn’t work because it wasn’t preseed? I’ve heard they are basically the same thing but maybe not?

There is sooo much into when you actually struggle with conceiving, I also never thought I’d get so down every month when it didn’t happen.

Good to see you are starting SMEP soon and I agree it defo enhances your chances.

@tinyole fabulous that the weather did a turn for you! You really are keeping yourself busy aren’t you 😂 that’s good I might take some tips from you as I seem to be constantly hovering over the bloody loo looking for signs 😂 have you started a symptom diary?

AF is still here but weirdly very light as in next to nothing on day 3 after a really heavy start. I’ll be starting day 10 as I’m a long cycler. Enjoy the camping and keep us updated through the TWW

@Skyla01 how are you feeling today?

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tinyole · 22/07/2019 09:18

Morning ladies!! Sorry again for silence it's been a busy weekend

@AllHopeAndNoResults BBq was great thank you! Started raining in the morning but cleared up an hour before everyone was due and it was a scorcher for the rest of the day! I spent yesterday nursing a hangover on the sofa while DH tidied up (I do love him). I did help him too but he got going a lot earlier than me! How was he lion king? Will probably go at some point this week but I'm away camping this coming weekend (I know keeping myself busy so I'm not over thinking)

Have you started with SMEP? We decided to wait till close to fertile week to get going because he struggles to refill so we're getting going from tonight.

Has AF finished? Have you started yet? I forgot to get AC but will do today and start taking it.

@Makingawish welcome! Have you started with SMEP yet? Are you tracking with anything?

@Skyla01 definitely book!! Having other things to think about is the only thing keeping me sane right now

Makingawish · 21/07/2019 22:17

@AllHopeAndNoResults sorry it wouldn’t let me tag you in my actual reply above!

Makingawish · 21/07/2019 22:16

I haven’t tried preseed before but I’ve tried conceive plus the last few months but it hasn’t helped. I’ve been taking folic acid but that’s is. I’m going to start on CD8 as recommended! 🤞 I feel like this is a good way of actually increasing our chances otherwise you really are just shooting in the dark so to speak! I didn’t realise how much there was to the whole process 🙈

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 21:34

@Makingawish welcome!

Glad to have some other SMEPers aboard. Have you used preseed previously? Do you use any other supplements?

Good that your periods have been regular. When do you plan on starting the plan?

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Makingawish · 21/07/2019 20:18

Hi everyone! Hope you don’t mind me jumping on this thread. I’m entering month 4 of TTC 1st baby and I think I’ll give SMEP this month with preseed! Have been testing ovulation with the cheap sticks but got some CB on the way to use. I came off the pill in February and my cycle has gone back to normal but just not as heavy. Hope that doesn’t matter though as I have had positive ovulation tests on the cheap tests. Today is CD5 for me x

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 20:08

@Skyla01 could it be useful to help you regulate?

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 20:05

Just a quickie before I head of ladies, I’ve been doing a little more research on Agnus Castus and apparently out of 25 women that use it 7 became pregnant in 3 months and the rest within 9 months. So it seems as though it’s a really good supplement for ladies who suffer with a reason for infertility (low progesterone, regulation, no ovulating or such)

I’m really excited about using it, I’m not that hopeful it will work within 3 months BUT I am hopeful that it will at least start my body producing the right hormones and bringing my progesterone up!

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VenusStarr · 21/07/2019 18:19

Definitely book something @Skyla01, it'll give you something nice to look forward to.

Enjoy the film @AllHopeAndNoResults. Dh has never seen the lion king 😳 but in his defence he doesn't like musicals. Trying to persuade him to watch with me.

We're on track, got the deed done early so we can just relax tonight. Have warned dh that we've got tomorrow and Tuesday to go... Then I'll give him one day off 😂

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 17:19

@Skyla01 you should just go, you can’t put your whole life on hold and even if you are pregnant by then that doesn’t stop you being able to go away. I honestly think the less you think about it the more chance it has of happening.

Probably why it’s not working for me 😂

But yes I defo think you should go away it’ll be a nice distraction, perhaps limit how much you drink etc if you are worried.

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Skyla01 · 21/07/2019 16:05

@AllHopeAndNoResults let us know how the film is! Definitely good to have distractions and other things going on in your life. Although OH was asking if I wanted to book a weekend trip early next year and it's difficult because I don't want to book stuff and waste money if I can't go. But by then we might not even be pregnant yet and seems a shame to miss out...

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 12:12

I’m going to see Lion King tonight and I think it’s the first time in forever I’ve been excited about something other than making a baby 😂😂

@tinyole how did the BBQ go? Did the weather hold off? How you feeling and what part of the plan are you on?

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 12:10

@VenusStarr 😂😂 our poor OH’s!
They shouldn’t be complaining really they get the fun easy bit lol!!

Btw nothing is going to stop you obsessing over the TWW should we all come up with a plan to help us distract ourselves?

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VenusStarr · 21/07/2019 11:56

Not really @AllHopeAndNoResults! Dh seemed like he was expecting us to dtd yesterday and I said no we have a day off today 😂 but said we have to go 3 days on the trot so think he's relieved of the rest!

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 21/07/2019 11:20

@Skyla01 I know what you mean about leaving it until bedtime, I feel like that’s going to be my fail this month. We go to bed quite late so might just be a wham bam thank you mam! 😂 I’m going to start from CD10 as I’m a long cycle.

@VenusStarr that’s fab you’re ovulating soon have you any plans to make it not so militant? 😂

Me and my DP have this joke between us now about only dtd if he is pencilled in 😂

I’m looking forward to starting. Weird AF was late and really heavy but day 3 and seems to be not really there 😕

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VenusStarr · 21/07/2019 10:37

Hi everyone 👋 cd10 and feeling like I might ovulate tomorrow or Tuesday. My opks aren't showing much, had a darker line yesterday that's fainter when I tested about 9.30 (not using fmu). Will try again later but think we'll dtd for the next 3 days anyway. I think my lh surge is short so possible I may miss it. I've attached my chart. Quite looking forward to seeing what the reflexologist says next week when I have more data. I really don't want to get obsessed with my chart when I'm in my tww though...

How are you all @tinyole @Skyla01 @AllHopeAndNoResults? X

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Skyla01 · 21/07/2019 10:31

@AllHopeAndNoResults that mostly happens at the weekend! Although sometimes if we leave it until bed time we're pretty tired, so sometimes try it straight after coming home from work. We have a bit more energy then..!

What cycle day are you going to start the plan?

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 20/07/2019 22:15

@Skyla01 I’m glad you’re feeling better, honestly I’m quite impressed you DTD before night time 😲😂😂

Yes don’t focus on it too much you could have faulty OPKs so don’t let it get to you.

I’m waiting for AF to finish now so I can get into it.

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Skyla01 · 20/07/2019 20:36

@AllHopeAndNoResults thank you! I'm feeling better now, just needed a bit of a moan. Managed to DTD today which has helped- I think OH was keen to get back on it after yesterday! Well try for every other day for the next week or so. Fingers crossed! I'm going to try and not focus so much on opks too.

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 20/07/2019 15:12

@Skyla01 I’m sorry to hear you’re feeling down, and it’s not without good reason it can really get you down when your body doesn’t work in your favour.

Don’t put to much pressure on yourself to DTD because it could just be that your ovulation day is running late and it will arrive. I know nothing I can say can help you but you can rant as much as you like if it helps just keep the faith that you WILL get that static smile.

I’ll have a look and see if there is anything natural that can help you regulate. Just know your day will come and all this stress will be forgotten. Perhaps plan something nice for OH like a meal and a cuddle up so it doesn’t feel so structured?

I really wish I could help you but we are all here to listen if you feel you want to vent. Chin up girl us women are made of strong stuff! 💪🏻 X

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Skyla01 · 20/07/2019 13:21

Feeling a bit low today (without good reason). Was hoping for a static smiley soon but still flashing this morning. I wonder if I'll be having another long cycle after all. Thought we'd better try DTD every day anyway but we weren't quite able to last night... I hope OH isn't starting to feel the pressure too much. Will try again tonight I guess. I just have that feeling, similar to last cycle, of not really knowing when ovulation is, and trying to DTD lots but it's tiring and isn't always successful. And my stupid long cycles mean we only get a chance at it every 6 weeks! :(

Right, rant over. Will try dtd today again, then maybe stick to every other day to keep our energy levels up. I'll keep testing with cb and maybe static smiley will make an appearance soon.

Skyla01 · 19/07/2019 21:51

@AllHopeAndNoResults I did notice you hadn't stayed off for long! I think it can easily take 6 months + for periods to regulate again. I'll just let nature take its course.

@VenusStarr yes with cb it says to use fmu. Even though LH surge is usually afternoon. Will have to see if it works for me.

@tinyole I think planning is a good idea, very organised! Especially if you have limited times for DTD. I'm still waiting for static smiley on cb but DTD lots anyway.

tinyole · 19/07/2019 21:00

Hello ladies! I'm planning a bbq tomorrow (just like the weather to turn on me!) so spent hours in Tesco today.

@AllHopeAndNoResults my family is from Cameroon! We literally have to rent village halls for family reunions 😂😂😂
At least now AF is here you can get going with new cycle!!

@Skyla01 we were going to start this weekend but Ava and natural cycles has pushed my cycle back so we're starting next week! DH and I have a joint calendar with scheduled dates for DTD 🙈🤣
How are you getting on?

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AllHopeAndNoResults · 19/07/2019 18:25

@VenusStarr Agnus Castus is said to be nature’s Chlomid it boosts your progesterone if you are low and can shorten long cycles and make you ovulate.

I haven’t used it as of yet so cannot say for definite it works but if you google it and look on Mumsnet threads there is a lot of success stories and it’s natural. I would suggest you do your own research first to see if it’s for you because Holland and Barret only sell 4g but to have an affect it needs to be a higher dose

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