TTC 4th baby at 38years old

May I join? I’m 36 and TTC number 4 and have been trying-ish since my 18 month old was born but I’m still breastfeeding. I’ve been having cycles since January after many months trying all sorts of supplements and spacing feeds

Still no conceptions and I’m really struggling emotionally with it. However, I feel so unjustified because I already have 3 lovely children and I know many others are struggling for their first or second. This seems a lovely space for sharing my journey with others in a similar position

I’m 5dpo, I don’t feel pregnant yet. We’re going on holiday on Tuesday and I may wean my 18 month old when we get back to increase chances but it’s so difficult. She loves it and is just a baby herself. My eldest two are 12 and 11 and so I feel another sibling may bring more benefit to her life than extended breastfeeding

If I don’t get pregnant in the next year or so I think we will have to stop. I’m finding it so emotionally taxing and I have been parenting since I was 23 (pregnant at 22), so for me personally, I wouldn’t like to have more babies much closer to or beyond 40. I love nothing more than being a mother but I would like a little bit of adulthood without young children

I really hoped to be having my longed for baby now and I’m not pregnant or even sure I can conceive any more. Every month I feel worse about it and even more obsessive 😔

I’ve been trying for ages… but, I was breastfeeding for 3 years and only stopped in early July. I’m not sure this was the reasons for my miscarriages or not. I’ve changed my diet and lifestyle a lot though and made other changes and I’m sure this has massively improved my chance x

It’s definitely giving me hope! How long have you been trying @BabyBorn?

Yes they are quite dark aren’t they! 😱 going to stop testing now for a few weeks!

I hope it gives a few of you a little hope that it does happen at 38 and over!! x

Oh my gosh this looks very good indeed! Lots of strong positives!! 😍😍 this is very exciting!

Hi @WingingitlifeIve tried posting a number of times but it’s not been letting me. Trying again after deleting the App and downloading it again.

Lots of sticky vibes for you for this TTW.

I tested this morning after getting back yesterday. I’m 14DPO.

How are you doing @BabyBorn?

going into my tww today! Feeling positive but also nervous after last month! Thinking sticky thoughts! 🙏🏼

Thanks so much ladies! Just hope it sticks!!! 🙏🙏🍀🍀🍀 I would be due on tomorrow. I’ve got a 27 day cycle. I will be on tender hooks for weeks until I have a scan at EPU. Will keep you all posted.

Looking forward to seeing some more BFPs on here! X

@BabyBornthis is amazing!! So happy for you! Fingers crossed for your sticky rainbow! 🌈 xx

@BabyBornsticky baby dust and a million congratulations coming at ya!
a week until my ovulation as have 35 day cycles!

Thanks a lot @Wingingitlifeand @KittybwayI need some extra sticky glue this time!!

Hopefully we see a few more BFPs soon!! xx

Congratulations @BabyBorn !! Amazing news im thinking positive sticky thoughts form you.

Hope acupuncture goes well @Wingingitlife

I know that I'll likely ovulate when DP is away but a tiny part of my hopes I might be late or early and we will have a shot! It's so hard to not think/hope about it!

@BabyBornCongratulations! 🙏🏼 ❤️

@Kittybwaythe month of sounds like a good plan. It will probably be a nice little reset 😊

im CD12 and waiting patiently for ovulation. I have my acupuncture today so looking forward to that!

That sounds like bliss @Kittybway Hope you enjoy it and the weather should be lovely for it too!

I got a BFP this morning!!! I tested yesterday and thought I saw the faintest of shadows but I really wasn’t sure and it drove me crazy. Tested around half an hour ago and it’s much more clear and I didn’t have to squint!

Obviously going to have to try and stay positive, but it will prove difficult having had one chemical and 2 miscarriages in the space of 13 months. 😬 x

@BabyBorn my parents are visiting so lots of chilling out with them, lunch out snd some time off work!

How are you feeling? Will you test or wait for your period to be due?

That’s a good plan! What are you thinking of doing to relax?

I am in TWW. 9DPO!

I was just thinking of everyone today..we are having a break ttc this month because DP is away the crucial week! So just going to relax a bit and do some thing for me.

Is anyone in the ttw at the moment?

Sorry to hear that @Kittybwayhopefully AF has finished now? How is everyone?

AF arrived this evening for me. My temp dropped today so not totally unexpected. Im feeling ok because I know i ovulated from tracking bbt so more information to use for next month

Yes! Exactly!

I do yoga and love it. I actually fell pregnant the first month I started it but it ended up being my latest miscarriage! It really helps focusing on something different and having that distraction. It’s usually when I fall pregnant. Just need to hold onto it this next time!! x

Yeh @BabyBorn I'm open to most things, I future what's the harm?

Iv just signed up to yoga so hopefully something for me to help me relax, I feel like I'm always on the go!

Not that far off from me then @Kittybway my cycles are usually 27/28 days.

The acupuncture is supposed to relieve stress and help blood flow to the uterus and ovaries! We will see! I’m prepared to give most things a shot at the moment! Will let you know how it goes!

Thanks @Wingingitlife it's so emotional isnt it!

Theyre pretty regular yeh, give or take a day. I ovulated so late this cycle - cd20 I think so prepared for a long one. Iv never bbt before so i couldn't guess how long my luteal phase ever is!

Let me know how acupuncture is @BabyBorn and @Wingingitlife ! Is it for relaxation/stress reliefe or hormonal balance?

Oh and baby aspirin… who takes it? I might consider this once I’ve seen my GP on Wednesday 🙏

Hi ladies,

hope you are all good and get some positive luck this next month!

@Wingingitlife I hope you are ok! The hormone crash is horrible isn’t it! Glad you’ve booked some acupuncture! I have too! I start this Wednesday! Really looking forward to it!

I am CD18. I ovulated 2 days ago. Trying to up my calories a little for the next two weeks.