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Dpo 1, tww keep sane

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HelloMoon87 · 04/07/2023 20:55

Hello!

TTC #2, 36 yo. I should be dpo 1 today, I could feel ovulation yesterday evening, had peak opk yesterday morning.

I will try to test only on day when AF due, so next Sunday, as I've had 2 chemicals so unfortunately not expecting magic.

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missmae · 12/07/2023 16:04

@pm24 i feel like a lack of symptoms isn’t a bad thing! I’ve read on lots of forums that people had more symptoms the cycles they didn’t conceive… everybody is different! My sister didn’t have any at all, she’s only just starting to have sickness now at nearly 6 weeks!

@cosymama2020 same for me, the fatigue and tiredness has taken over the for the last week it’s been the worst, I want to sleep 24/7, it’s nice that I’ve been off work this week lol!

tmi question though, since about 5/6dpo I’ve been ever so dry down there - no cm at all… this is very unusual for me as I usually don’t dry up it stays creamy until af shows. But I’ve had nothing now for a good few days… Has this happened to anyone else?!

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 15:13

I'm also feeling a little deflated today just because my symptoms are all gone. Before I had leaky boobs, quite strong ovulation/AF type of cramps and nausea, but all gone for yesterday and today. I know there is lots of time, I should take my own advice, but just wanted to share. Googled loads on getting bfp after symptoms going, but nothing was very useful...

Sorry you are feeling this way. I 100% get it. Still have everything crossed for you! It's not over till AF.

cosymama2020 · 12/07/2023 15:56

Very true @HelloMoon87 ! I was 4 days late before I got my BFP so I don’t know why I’m getting stressed now haha!

I’m still super tired, eating everything my eyes land on and will not take any form of banter from the husband without snapping 😅

I think for me, the tiredness is the biggest symptom. I can have the odd day where I’m completely tired but this is day 3 of being completely wiped out and in bed by 9.30.

pm24 · 12/07/2023 15:53

I am also feeling down today as my symptoms are non existent! I've finished work now for 10 days as I'm off for a short break. Was really hoping for some good news before we went as it's also DH bday! I know it's early but just can't help feel it's not happening for me 🥺

I need to pack but am currently on the sofa wrapped in a blanket. All I want to do is have some pizza and a cry.

pm24 · 12/07/2023 15:48

HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 15:06

Ladies, we have time!!! Early days, things can change over a matter of hours. In my previous positive, I tested stark white negative on dpo 11 morning and then a positive on dpo 11 afternoon.

So the main thing is to stay patient, do some fun stuff to distract yourself, talk about it and we will get through to the next week together hopefully with some bfps.

🥰 this is why I love this group!!

missmae · 12/07/2023 15:45

@HelloMoon87 the donuts were great. I go to this big European supermarket and they just sell the best snacks! 🤤 I did get them, I did one with roughly a 3 hour hold but very negative! Only 9dpo today so I don’t feel too bad about it. Reminding myself that all my previous positives were around 14dpo!
i don’t think symptoms disappearing is necessarily a bad thing, every pregnancy is different right?!
today I’ve been feeling very groggy, still very tired and fatigued, with mild cramps coming and going!

missmae · 12/07/2023 15:41

@HelloMoon87 ahh you’re 100% right. It’s reassuring to hear especially when you say you had a negative 11dpo and then a positive in the afternoon! You’re right tho it really is all about patience. And we, do not have any. 😂
I'm all cosy under a blanket now going to binge Netflix for the day I think!

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 15:13

I'm also feeling a little deflated today just because my symptoms are all gone. Before I had leaky boobs, quite strong ovulation/AF type of cramps and nausea, but all gone for yesterday and today. I know there is lots of time, I should take my own advice, but just wanted to share. Googled loads on getting bfp after symptoms going, but nothing was very useful...

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 15:10

@missmae how were doughnuts? 🤤
Did you get 10miu tests this afternoon?

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 15:07

@cosymama2020 I had nothing on opk after ovulation, maybe like a tiny shadow, but that's expected I think.

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 15:06

Ladies, we have time!!! Early days, things can change over a matter of hours. In my previous positive, I tested stark white negative on dpo 11 morning and then a positive on dpo 11 afternoon.

So the main thing is to stay patient, do some fun stuff to distract yourself, talk about it and we will get through to the next week together hopefully with some bfps.

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cosymama2020 · 12/07/2023 14:59

I did an OPK this morning, was a big old circle so I was grumpy afterwards thinking I was out. Had a chat with myself - I’m only 4 DPO (potentially) 3, so I need to try and find some patience and just wait it out...

But every inch of me can’t wait it out and I’m symptom spotting like mad 😂

missmae · 12/07/2023 14:17

@bookworm100 it is strange! But yeah just done a test, and very negative! Maybe my other tests leave evaps 🤔but yeah it is still very early, I still have another 6 days before af!
@longingtobe23 ah bless you! You still have time. Hoping we all get our bfps soon! 🙏🏼❤️

BlossomTree123 · 12/07/2023 13:38

Another flashy smiley on OPK, 4 days ina row. So weird!!!

longingtobe23 · 12/07/2023 12:13

Nothing worse but totally used to it by now 😖
I’m due Saturday so won’t test again unless I’m over a day late.

Best of luck testers x

Dpo 1, tww keep sane
bookworm100 · 12/07/2023 11:39

@missmae ah that's interesting that it's normally closer to AF for you - I'm sure it's probably madness to test this early but I'm going to keep doing it 😅

Good luck with your 10miu tests! If not, it's still very early like you say 🙂

missmae · 12/07/2023 11:16

@bookworm100 i wasn’t expecting to see a line on my test tbh.. I am hoping maybe on my new tests they should be here by 3pm so until then I’m going shopping for donuts. 😂 also again I’ve never gotten a bfp until af due which is next Tuesday anyway! But I will keep testing lol😆
I don’t temp myself I just use opks too and go off my symptoms. I think I ov on day of peak. Last time I caught on day of peak too!

bookworm100 · 12/07/2023 10:29

@HelloMoon87 omg me too! I've been eating like an absolute beast and been so lazy.

I'm also eating healthy today and am about to go for a walk...to buy some more tests Grin

Hopefully a bit of self care today and we'll both be feeling better no matter what!

Agree, this is such a lovely group and I can't wait to see everyone's updates over the next week. Fingers crossed for everyone Flowers

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 10:27

@bookworm100 aww yeah this time is so nerve wracking. It's so easy to feel disheartened, but our time will come if not this cycle then next or the one after. It's coming!!! I'll stay on this thread as long as possible, it's lovely to have such supportive group.
I've been eating quite badly last few days, hoping to do some exercise and eat healthily today.
Hope implantation happens today, if I see pink/brown spotting I'll be so excited. Summoning the gods of implantation

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bookworm100 · 12/07/2023 10:23

Thanks @HelloMoon87 - this is helpful! I'm going to keep testing as I've started now and will find it hard to stop but I'll readjust my expectations a bit 😊

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 10:21

@bookworm100 yeah I'd think if anything was to be seen, it would be Friday but even then it might be a bit early. I'd say this Sunday would be the best time to test, but I'll probably cave and test on Friday.

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bookworm100 · 12/07/2023 10:18

And I'm also 9DPO by LH 😊

bookworm100 · 12/07/2023 10:17

Sorry, just seen that you said! Yes, we both might be earlier than we realise if we're going by LH strips - wish there was a way to know for sure what DPO you are!

bookworm100 · 12/07/2023 10:16

Thanks @HelloMoon87 ! I just used internet cheapies for LH testing.

I'm only tempted to go by the LH peak as it corresponded with my ovulation pain/CM and I had an ultrasound the month before where he could see I'd ovulated and that was a few days before my temp rise.

That said, I do always have about 13 high temps before my period arrives, and if you're not meant to test until at least 6 days before your missed period I guess I am resting too early atm and maybe Friday is the first day I could expect to get even a faint line.

Nonetheless I will keep testing every day until then I'm sure as you never know and I'm enjoying the camaraderie of testing with you guys!

Do you do your DPO by LH or temps?

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HelloMoon87 · 12/07/2023 10:15

@bookworm100 I'm dpo 9 today. I didn't temp though so going purely by symptoms of ovulation and opks.

All my symptoms are gone since yesterday afternoon, which is odd because in all my pregnancies I had some type of symptoms on dpo 8 night, usually frequent weeing or night sweats. Just have to be patient and wait till the weekend...

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