TTC October 2023

After joking how much of a clown I was doing a POAS yesterday at 3dpo, I just did another one at 4dpo as I don’t learn lmao. Two of my apps put me at ovulating at different times so I figured I have another tests to feel the emotional hurt everyday then I’ll just do it 🥲

I can see the faintest line ever, doesn’t even show up on camera. I presume it could be an indent as I had one last month similar. Still doesn’t stop me hoping for tomorrow though 🤞🏻

@MrsL2019 I got pregnant 1st month using easy@home with DS. I think I just expected the same this time! Before I just them I had only gone off flo. I had 2 miscarriages before DS and both times it took 6+ months to get pregnant.

@wanderlustre I didn't have a positive when I got pregnant with DS. My peak was 0.88 peak was 0.63 this time.

DTD wise we def didn't miss the time! With a peak that low I might not have ovulated IDK how high it needs to be to actually ovulate.

@wanderlustre this is my first month using them but could have written your post myself! Not had a higher than .6 peak but also read that can be someone's peak if they run low. And also doing like 3 a day. It's enough to drive anyone crazy!

I use the easy@home OPKs and I end up driving myself crazy taking like 3 a day so I'd spend an absolute fortune on the digital tests. I do wonder if I should give them a go though. My tests all tend to be low then I'll get a rapid peak of around 0.5-0.7 around CD11 or 12. I think I've only ever had a technically positive test (over 1.0) once in the 14 months I've been using them.

@pontipinemum i use the easy@home ones, i fell pregnant first month using them with my daughter.

@ReginaPhalange12 i only test once a day until they start showing as high, once high i test 2x a day and then for a couple days following to make sure they start to go lower again

@pontipinemum I found the digital CB ovulation tests work well because they show when you're in your high period as well as peak & I've found with other tests I either get low or peak & miss the few days before

You @MrsL2019 have you been testing 2 x a day?
That's good to know. I usually spend the TWW symptom spotting but have nothing to spot this time 😂

Well I'm out AF arrived today. On the good side though it was exactly a 28 day cycle, even though I don't think I ovulated (LH Peaked at 0.63) before DS my cycles were all over the place, I didn't track them but I'm taking months between periods.

I breastfed him for 13 months and had no periods, got my 1st period about 3 weeks after I stopped. This is the 2nd one

I used the easy at home OPKs, in fairness I do think they 'worked' it's just I didn't ovulate. Anyone rate those expensive digital ones? I need more sticks!

@TTCnewbies sorry to hear AF is arriving. Fingers crossed for next cycle.

I am currently 9 DPO BITing either a temp drop today after 4 days of consistent high. Could mean anything. Just plotting along and staying hopeful.

I started talking Ubiquinol 200mg me and OH with Maca root. I only managed 1 day of Castor Oil pack before ovulation due to getting flu. But heard amazing things about Castor oil packs for womb health and even live health.

@ReginaPhalange12 thank you! Currently cd12, i usually ovulate around cd16 but my ovulation tests over the past few days have actually been getting lighter! I hope todays is a little darker🤞

I didnt have any symptoms with my little girl until after my positive test at 13dpo so your not out yet!🤞

Day 31 of my cycle. I feel like I'm going to explode.
Negative tests all the way. I however did find my records of period after I came off the pill with baby one. I was flicking between 48 week cycles and 15. Before they settled into 31 the month before I got pregnant. So I should probably expect the same right?

Ill probably be giving up now for a little while and then try again in 3 months or so just to be free from stress.

@beaniesunrise well..... resistance is futile 🤦🏻‍♀️
BFN for me this evening. Not sure the test I used was the most sensitive and hoping it was just too early to test. Also hoping that the cramps mean implantation but HCG just hasn't had a chance to build up yet.
Trying to not let it bum me out... I didn't get a BFP until 13DPO last time so 🤞🏼

Keep us updated with any other symptoms/test results!

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@beaniesunrise when will you test?
I've said I'm trying to resist testing but now I can't stop thinking about doing one 🤦🏻‍♀️
I haven't had any implantation bleeding (yet) but have had an unholy amount of CM today!
Boobs are getting more and more sore as time goes on and cramps are still intermittent 🤞🏼

@WishingUponARainbow well done for holding off, I wish I had your willpower 😂

Welcome @MrsL2019 where are you in your cycle? Sending positive vibes for your TTC journey.

I am 6DPO today, I had a couple of twinges / sharp pain for about 10 seconds earlier (although that could've been the ice cream I was indulging in 😂) but apart from that I've had 0 symptoms, not even sore breasts 🤷🏽‍♀️ I'm going to test at 10DPO I think although it worries me because it's Friday 13th 😕

10DPO and trying to resist the urge to test soooooo hard!!
Even went to boots after work to get some tests but I've hidden them away to try and forget about them 🤦🏻‍♀️
I've had sore boobs and cramps on and off for a few days now which I don't normally get before AF. Due on Sunday so I hope I can hold out testing before then 😬

Hi all, im new here trying for my second baby. I have a little girl who is 2. I have endometriosis and no thyroid which both can cause issues falling pregnant so im trying to stay positive where i can! I used a different forum when i was trying for my girl but it doesnt seem to be very active now, i just love chatting with others in similar situations and cheering on the BFPs!

I'm back to OPKs today (CD 5). I don't tend to ovulate until around CD10-12 so I know I'm a bit early. This whole thing just feels never ending...

@HRHXO I know! Bad timing with a week of DIY prepped for us 😂

@pontipinemum premom said 1.13. Must admit I was shocked I've never gone above 0.85 before but maybe it'll mean I'm in with a good chance 🤭

I know I'm late to the thread here, how is everyone finding TTC so far?

@bumptobean 😂😂 I've been there, I always convince myself I may have ovulate early and I'm not crazy but of course- I am! Lol

Wow everyone seems to be trying different things I'm intrigued to see what works for people. 🤞🤞

@Confusedddddddd I also prefer to be barefoot! I've always put it down to being a virgo (earth sign) because I'm one of those 😆

Just did a test at 3dpo 🤡 why do I even do it!?

@HRHXO I'm trying wild nutrition fertility support, good reviews on those and going to try for every other day up until day before O and then go for 3 days in a row 😅 cycle 9 for us