TTC - Aug testers

@somanystars thank you!

@AlwaysLay8 As far as I know CD1 is counted from the first day of proper flow 😊

Sorry for the TMI question but today seems more like "spotting" than proper flow...should I count this as "Day 1" of cycle or do I wait until there is proper flow that would soak a pad or tampon? Any thoughts appreciated...

@Navabb34 Oh wow congratulations!! That's a dye stealer on the FRER!! 🥳

@Navabb34 that’s a very strong positive on the FRER!! Congratulations 🙌🏼

Still BFN for me. Had all the usual pre menstrual symptoms. Due AF from tomorrow onwards so anywhere between 6th and 10th I think.

Please let it stick!!!!!!

@AlwaysLay8 oh that's rubbish, I'm sorry. It sounds like you're being positive about the next month though! Get OH on some supplements too - I have mine on pre-conception for man stuff, as seems only fair that he joins me in the pill popping 😜

@Terri055 yes definitely a good shout. But still hoping it isn't over for either of us yet. I just took an IC and still seeing the same faint line which isn't getting darker, so wondering if it's 'line eyes' or I'm just going mad? 12 DPO today so surely it should be getting darker by now? If it isn't to be this month I will be joining your zen approach for cycle #3...

@chillyfields fingers crossed it's happens soon for us! I've woke up to a lovely coldsore on my lip which I'm sure has been caused from stressing myself out in the 2WW trying to symptom spot & google everything! I think from this month, I'm going to do my best to keep busy in the 2WW and not test early as I think I'm driving myself crazy xxx

AF arrived this morning.
I have a whole list of new stuff I'm going to try for next month from mucinex to herbal teas and more. Plus I'm going to make DH do one of those home sperm tests.
Onto round 3 💪🏼

@chillyfields ... I feel exactly the same! (And have been trying exactly the same length of time following coil removal)

I am due the 7thIsh if I Ovulated with my meds. No spotting yet like I normally would by now. I am exhausted? Could be coming down with something? X

@Terri055 this is cycle 2.5 of TTC for me (one month after my coil was removed of 'not really trying' and two months of actively tracking / trying). I know exactly what you mean. Even though everyone told me it could take up to a year, I never properly believed them. Plus every month the 'am I aren't I' cycle of testing is such a bleeding emotional rollercoaster that it makes it seem like much longer!

@chillyfields thank you, how long have you been TTC? Part of me stupidly thought it was happen straight away as so many of my friends/family always seem to fall pregnant by 'accident' so it's frustrating when your actively trying to plan a baby & it doesn't happen as quickly :-( xxx

@Terri055 I'm sorry to hear that. I've been taking vitamin D also, as there are a few studies suggesting it reduces the risk of miscarriage / preterm births. If I don't get pregnant this month, I'm going to consider vitamin E and CoQ10, as apparently they help ensure a thicker uterine lining (something I'm worried I might not have as my luteal phase is pretty short). Wishing you good luck and hope the third time's a charm for you!

No luck for me this month, my period has come today like clockwork as expected - onto our 3rd cycle this month so hopefully 3rd time lucky! I think I am going to pop out today and pick up some grapefruit juice and evening primrose oil to start taking. So far I have just been taking folic acid, is there any other supplements I should be taking?xxx

@HouseOfRunners oh I'm so sorry to hear that. I suspect the same is happening with me. Just took a boots and IC test strip and thought there was a tiny squinter of a line on both, but barely anything there. So gutted to think I might be having to go through the whole journey again, but keeping fingers crossed that both of ours stick this time...

Tested this morning BFN!

My first app has now changed my ovulation date too. So I don't think I ovulated on CD13 at all. So now I think I've ovulated on CD22 which makes me 3DPO. Just have to sit tight and wait again!

Hi @HouseOfRunners
Af is definitely in full swing. Feeling a bit disappointed. Hopefully next month is my month! How are you feeling?

@chillyfields yes, same brand. I do use ic’s as I’ve never had an issue with them and they are extra sensitive. The bad examples I’ve seen of ic’s have been a case of flooded tests or sadly chemical pregnancy. There has to be some hcg present to get a coloured line. I’m thinking maybe something started to happen and now it’s stopped. I’ve just done another and it’s a definite BFN.

@LorrieLu how you doing?

@Emmaemma23 sometime between tomorrow and the 8th according to the two apps I use... Eep. And you never know, it's not over until the fat lady (AF) sings! Will keep fingers crossed for you.

@HouseOfRunners that's so weird. Were you testing with the same brand each time? If not, potentially they have different sensitivities? I've read really bad reviews about the brand of IC I've been using (One Step in case anyone else has experience?), so upgrading to Boots strips tomorrow.

Wow congratulations to everyone who’s had their BFP! So, so happy for you all

I was so exhausted last night I slept from 8.30pm until 6am so I had hopes for this month but with AF due tomorrow I’ve just started some very light spotting so I guess that is me out for this month! Trying not to be too disappointed as it is only our first cycle TTC!

Best of luck everyone who is testing over the next few days/weeks!

@LemonDrizzle44 fingers crossed for you!

@chillyfields when is af due for you? I can relate, every day I run to the bathroom to do an IC and nothing! The disappointment gets worse each time. :(
Think I may be out this month.

@HouseOfRunners I've had none of my usual ovulation symptoms on Friday so not sure what's going on. I'm hoping the first app which says I ovulated CD13 is correct. I've had more symptoms which correlate with this date. I'll use my last clear blue tomorrow morning. Just ordered some more tests just in case.

@JLM1008 woohoo!! That’s great. Congratulations ❤️

@LemonDrizzle44 I know what you mean....I’m starting to wonder if I’ve ovulated at all 🤦🏽‍♀️ Faint line one minute and then stark white bfn the next 🤷🏻‍♀️ Maybe test tomorrow and see what’s what. Good luck x