TTC Thread #3

@CEW19 oh that's frustrating! If you haven't already, it would be a good idea to update your GP with all these test results so they are informed and there's clear documentation on what you've done already etc. Means that if you get to the year (I'm one of the 12+ months folk now) they can help.

Who knew TTC is actually a test of patience!

@Tofu35 We went straight to the private clinic as we haven't been trying for quite a year yet and the local clinic had a sale on lol. So we had a phone consultation, then I had a blood test and ultrasound (both came back fine) and DH had his SA this week (also looked good) but they didn't say anything else. Just here are your results have a nice day.

I know it's totally normal to take up to a year, but thought they would have given more info for what to do once we hit that 12 month mark I guess, especially since we'd paid for it. Just need to be more patient!

@cew19, had blood tests done recently and other half had his semen analysis. Next month I have telephone consultation with a doctor at the assisted fertility service at the hospital to talk next step. Unsure what that will involve, I suppose that's why I have a telephone consultation to talk me through it all 😅 presume more tests!

Has your GP given any idea as to what else you can try?

Congratulations @daffodil21 I remember the stressy days in the first couple of weeks so well after my chemical the previous month. I'm 11 weeks now so hopefully everything will carry on OK. Got my scan in 10 days time, had my booking appointment a couple of weeks ago, so hopefully everything is going in the right direction. Work is a great distraction I find, but yeh.. Doing anything else is not really happening!!

@Tofu35 did you go through GP for tests? I had my tests done through a private clinic a couple of weeks ago which were all 'normal' and DH had his test this week which all looked good too. And that was it, no suggestion of what happens next or anything. They phoned DH with his results and he didn't think to ask (typical!) so now I'm just wondering if they just think "all is normal off you go"

Aww that's brilliant @dogscanlookup! 11 weeks has just flown in :) things fine this end, DH got his semen analysis back, and it's all looking okay. So now we're waiting for an appointment at the clinic to see what the next steps could be!

Hope you've found a good thread gang in the pregnancy part of MN!

Hey @Tofu35! I’m good, had an 11 week scan today and all looking well. How’s things with you?? I miss this thread! You all helped so much!

Hey @Dogscanlookup how are you doing? Thanks for popping by :)

@Daffodil21 IVE JUST CAUGHT UP AND SEEN OMG I AM ABSOLUTELY OVER THE MOON FOR YOU!!!! Congratulations!!’ 💜💜💜

Hi guys! I’m so sorry it’s been so long since I’ve been on, I wanted to check how everyone was getting along!! @acaciabluebell how are you feeling today?

@acaciabluebell That's annoying! My periods have changed since we started TTC, came off the pill in October last year, and carried on as normal for a while, but recently I've been bleeding for a week, where usually it would be similar to you - 1 light day, 2 medium, 1 light. Not sure if it's because of preconception vits though? I've just switched to just Folic acid and Vit D so will let you know if next month is different.

@Lcamsmith I'd wait a couple of days then test again.

Hey ladies I need some advice, I got the implant removed in December and af has been pretty regular since (around 42 day cycle) me and DH have been TTC since. But I'm currently on day 5 of no af. But I done a test this morning and BFN. But I've been feeling exhausted over the last week. Should I just wait for AF or what? I don't know what to do because I was so excited to be late and now it's just disappointing :(

TMI alert.... Currently going through the worst AF ever. It's heavier than usual and completely full of clots which is so abnormal for me, I don't normally get clots at all. I normally start with light red spotting (no pad needed) on day 1 but this time I literally starting passing lots of super dark blood and clots from the beginning? The pain is also super unusual, I normally have a relatively painless AF, only sometimes I get mild cramping on day 1. I'm on day 2 now and still cramping a lot. I feel sick and faint and tired and my boobs are still so sore that I can't sleep properly. Called in sick to work today because I feel so terrible. I'm sorry, rant over 😔

Hi everyone! I'm late to the party, af is due tomorrow and I've got all signs af is on the way. Hating waiting. This is cycle 7 for us TTC baby #2.

Another AF over here. Here's to next month!

AF got me this morning 😔

@Tofu35 I actually caved and tested this morning and got yet another BFN 😬 So much for holding out till AF due 😂 I've also now got some very light pink tinged cm. AF due tomorrow so it looks like she's on her way...

@acaciabluebell thanks, it's a weird one this month. One app suggested this Wednesday and the other was yesterday. So I'm attempting to be zen-like and testing on the two days my apps suggested

Sorry to hear about your two BFNs, hope by waiting for AF date you might get your positive x

@Tofu35 sorry to hear about the BFN, hopefully you'll get some better news on Wednesday. Is that when you're due AF? I'm 11dpo today and AF is due tomorrow/Monday for me. I had BFNs on 9dpo and 10dpo. Not testing today as I've got a busy day and I don't want a BFN to ruin my day lol. Ideally want to wait until after my period is due.

Morning all! My other half (usually resembling a surly teenager when it comes to waking up early) was up with the birds this morning, asking when I was testing. Within 5 mins of me waking up and without caffeine yet, he was a brave man.

It was a BFN today, and I won't be doing another test until Wednesday, trying to keep some good boundaries in place (needed given issues with anxiety).

How are we all today?

@Daffodil21 I know where has the time gone!!! 🙀 I'm doing so good thank you, finally past all of the morning sickness, just have constipation to look forward too every day 🤣 but it's all part of the fun right?! 😘 12 week scan went fab, just waiting my screening results, but no news is good news! 😬 you'll have to look at the 'pregnancy' side of mums net too now you have a BFP lots of groups set up for the months of 2021 so people can go through the milestones together, it has been a big support network for me as the anxiety doesn't stop here! So pleased for you and can't wait to hear how this pregnancy progresses for you ❤️ it's your lucky sticky bean for sure! Xxx

Hey @rococo90 welcome! Sorry I can't be of any help with your question, but i hope someone can offer advice :)

Yes I think I will @Bam27, I've also been looking at my Thyroid levels and they are not looking good either for TTC. Will try and book another follow up appt, definitely