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TTC#1 - Looking for Others in the Same Boat PART TWO THE SEQUEL WHERE WE ALL GET OUR BABIES???!

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MocktailMe · 05/06/2025 02:31

www.mumsnet.com/talk/conception/5093665-ttc-1-no-previous-pregnancies-cycle-6-looking-for-others-in-the-same-boat?page=40&reply=144772936

Hi everyone!

I can't quite believe it but after a while year we only went and filled the last thread.

I'll tag you all below so that you can find me!

If anyone silently reading along wants to keep following - here's the place. If anyone wants to read the fertility journey for the last year have a look through the last thread.

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Tater05 · 23/03/2026 08:55

I'm so sorry @MocktailMe, it really is so unfair. A break sounds like a good idea, you must be completely drained. Sending hugs ♥️

Gosh @CharLdn hope you're back home safe and sound!

CharLdn · 23/03/2026 05:58

@MocktailMe just catching up after being away for a while (to cut a long story short got stuck in Australia due to WW3!)

So unbelievably gutted for you this didn’t work out for you again. Life’s so effing unfair.

A break sounds good it’s definitely a marathon and important to take care of yourself on the physical and mental battle.

Sending big hugs xxx

Waitingformiracle · 22/03/2026 10:36

@MocktailMe A break sounds like it would be good to let yourself heal physically and emotionally. The meds are no joke and can take such a toll. I am just so sorry, this is all so unfair ❤️‍🩹

MocktailMe · 22/03/2026 09:15

I am so exhausted. I'm taking April off, and possibly May too, and will look to have another transfer after that. The thought of starting again with the inevitable bleed is just too much. That's our last chance for a 2026 baby gone.

I know I'll feel better once I'm off these drugs, they amplify everything.

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Waitingformiracle · 22/03/2026 09:12

I’m so so sorry @MocktailMe 💔 this is just so unfair. I’m sending you so much love 🫂

MocktailMe · 22/03/2026 08:11

Top test was 48 hours ago. Bottom is this morning's, after a few days of it staying the same it's started to lighten. This one was not meant to be 💔

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MocktailMe · 19/03/2026 10:23

No, it's self report on the 24th. If it's negative or barely-there I'll report as negative and won't mention this. Due to the access plan we have done they reserve the right to remove you from the programme after two or more miscarriages. Im testing before OTD, so don't want this to be counted, just in case.

OTD is 5 days away, so I believe it will either be totally gone or blazing by then.

It's not all bad news if it's chemical (although it feels like it) as it does show I am capable of implantation in the uterus. Last month I wasn't sure where I had implanted, but I do feel pretty certain this is uterine.

Obviously I sound calm now - this is after five hours of crying, raging etc etc. I don't understand why I have to keep going through all this. I know some people have it much much worse, but this really is very unfair.

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Waitingformiracle · 19/03/2026 10:11

@MocktailMeI’m so sorry 😔 good idea to take a break from testing and see what the next couple of days brings. Will your clinic bring you in for a blood draw?

MocktailMe · 19/03/2026 10:08

This is 8dp5dt on the bottom, yesterday's on top. I'm not going to test until next week now and I guess I'll see whether there's still a line by then. Not looking good. I don't actually know how I'm still putting myself through this!!!

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Waitingformiracle · 18/03/2026 16:36

@MocktailMe Definitely see good progression over 48 hours which is a good sign 🙏🙏 have absolutely everything crossed for you. Keep us posted xx

lavafield · 18/03/2026 13:18

There is clear progression @MocktailMe! I am praying that this is the ONE for you, you deserve it so much! Little bean, please grow! 🤗

KT199 · 18/03/2026 12:36

There is definitely progression there @MocktailMe. Try not comparing person to person as all our HCG would start / rise at different numbers!! Let’s hope this is your happy ever after, you deserve it

MocktailMe · 18/03/2026 08:48

Thanks @Tater05! In fairness the 48 hour comparison isn't too bad, I just would feel better if it was more obvious. That's the equivalent of 10dpo - 12dpo here.

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Tater05 · 18/03/2026 08:34

Cautious congratulations @MocktailMe 🥹 I see enough of a difference between the top and bottom tests. I have everything crossed for you, keep us updated!

MocktailMe · 18/03/2026 07:28

This morning's is attached and also one with 5dpt (top) 6dpt and 7dpt (this morning's, bottom). I really don't think there's much difference between the three. My first v v faint FRER was in the evening of 4dp5dt, so I haven't been a late implanter. I know there isn't any point worrying, as what will be will be, but I do wish they were a bit darker!

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Waitingformiracle · 18/03/2026 06:46

@MocktailMe i can most definitely see that!! Cautiously optimistic for you 🤞🤞 Implantation can happen at different times so different peoples lines can look different on certain days, and 6dpt is only the equivalent of 11DPO, I think if we saw that line at 11DPO we’d be happy with it. Have you tested again this morning yet? Let us know how it is looking for you today. I have everything crossed for you 🤞🤞🤞 you deserve this so much

MocktailMe · 17/03/2026 13:23

Well I have a cautious update. I've had fainter lines since the evening of 3dp5dt (8dpo) and now I'm 6dp5dt and got something I can actually photograph. But I went back and looked at yours @Waitingformiracle and I don't think mine is anything as close to as dark. Time will tell, as ever. I am just praying this is my time at last.

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Waitingformiracle · 09/03/2026 09:21

Hi @MocktailMe I can only imagine how challenging this time has been. What you have been through is so unfair. I have everything crossed for a successful transfer for you this time, you deserve it so much. Definitely a great idea to take the week off work, I actually did the same for my transfer and I of course cannot say that is why it worked but I do feel that being as relaxed as possible helped. Let us know how you get on, I will be thinking of you and holding so much hope for a happy outcome 🤍

MocktailMe · 09/03/2026 08:40

It's in two days time! I'm not loving being back on the drugs, but I am strangely glad I'm having so many side effects from them as I'm hoping that means they're doing everything right.

I know if it doesn't work this time it is going to be really really hard. I've taken over a week off work to try to make sure I'm in the best headspace possible and can relax, I do feel I've done everything I possibly can.

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Tater05 · 09/03/2026 08:33

Hope you're doing okay @MocktailMe , have you had your transfer or is it coming up?

MocktailMe · 05/03/2026 10:10

Thanks for checking in. It's been very very hard and I've had some pretty dark thoughts but I am trying to believe in a happy future. I'm only a few days away from transfer number two now, and my lining is looking good so far so everything crossed.

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lavafield · 04/03/2026 14:20

@MocktailMesorry to hear you had an early loss again! It must feel surreal and horrendous, but I am glad to hear you have a fresh cycle coming up soon! Wishing you the best of luck for that one!!

How Is everyone else doing?

MocktailMe · 17/02/2026 11:10

Thanks ladies I appreciate the support.

Had repeat HCG done and it was showing less than 10 yesterday, so they're happy for me not to return now as it's so close to zero and dropped so quickly.

They can't say for sure if it's early resolving ectopic or a regular chemical - my cervix being closed indicates ectopic but as nothing could be seen on scan it remains inconclusive. Either way, HCG has dropped to probably close to zero now as my period has started aggressively today.

Quick turnaround but the doctor is fine for me to move to a FET this cycle, so I'll probably be able to have the transfer in around 3 weeks time. That gives me something positive to focus on and work towards.

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CharLdn · 16/02/2026 07:50

@MocktailMe thats just so awful and so so deeply beyond unfair sending big hugs xxx

Tater05 · 15/02/2026 15:08

Oh @MocktailMe I'm so so sorry, it's so cruel and unfair you have to go through this again 💔 as @Waitingformiracle said there are no words, just sending you a big hug 💐