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Anyone TTC after a recent early loss and wanting support? (Aug 26)

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Springcloud26 · 31/07/2026 08:45

Hi, I thought I’d start a separate thread for anyone who is TTC after a recent early loss, so we can support each other through what can be a really difficult time. 💕

I’m 39 and TTC for my first. I conceived after around four cycles, but sadly had a missed miscarriage mid-July at around 9 weeks, (development had stopped at 6).

I stopped bleeding last Sunday and have started noticing some cervical mucus returning over the past few days, so I’m hoping my body is beginning to get back into its normal rhythm.

I’m still testing positive on pregnancy tests, so can’t use LH strips to track ovulation yet, so for now, my plan is to get back to some exercise, eating well and have sex every 2-3 days. I’m feeling positive and hopeful but also trying to take my mind off the waiting!

If anyone else is going through something similar and would like to share the journey and support each other x

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Springcloud26 · 20/08/2026 16:03

My hcg from Tuesday’s blood test was 80. I’m so nervous for tomorrow morning’s one, and hope I get the result before the weekend.

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Pottingsheddays · 20/08/2026 20:27

Fingers crossed you get the result tomorrow and it looks good. How long did it take for them to share the results from Tuesday?

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Springcloud26 · 20/08/2026 22:07

I phoned them at 2pm today and they said it was back but they couldn’t share with me as a doctor hadn’t checked it; half an hour later it was there in the app! I will probably call them before they close just to check.

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Happymama04 · 21/08/2026 08:14

Fingers crossed for you today @Springcloud26hope you get the results today 🤞

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Springcloud26 · 21/08/2026 10:08

Happymama04 · 21/08/2026 08:14

Fingers crossed for you today @Springcloud26hope you get the results today 🤞

Thank you! It’s done, will call back later today. She said it all depends on when doctor has chance to review. Could be before they finish today or more likely Monday.

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Witchfoot · 21/08/2026 10:50

Springcloud26 · 21/08/2026 10:08

Thank you! It’s done, will call back later today. She said it all depends on when doctor has chance to review. Could be before they finish today or more likely Monday.

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Keeping everything crossed for you! Waiting to know is the worst!

Pottingsheddays · 21/08/2026 11:07

Fingers crossed you find out today @Springcloud26 and that it’s good news. Waiting around is so hard. Have you done any more tests since earlier this week?

CD2 for me, glad the waiting for AF is over after 40 days!

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Springcloud26 · 21/08/2026 13:50

Witchfoot · 21/08/2026 10:50

Keeping everything crossed for you! Waiting to know is the worst!

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Thank you so much! I go through waves of feeling hopeful and then not 😂. Whatever the outcome, it will give me clarity finally on where I am, and if it is not positive news, at least I know I can track the next cycle better 😊

Partner and I have a nice dinner out planned tonight to take mind off it!

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Springcloud26 · 21/08/2026 13:56

Pottingsheddays · 21/08/2026 11:07

Fingers crossed you find out today @Springcloud26 and that it’s good news. Waiting around is so hard. Have you done any more tests since earlier this week?

CD2 for me, glad the waiting for AF is over after 40 days!

It was silly really but I had one test left, a sensitive one but very cheap brand and I used it later this morning so didn’t use FMU and may have been diluted. It came up with just a hint of a shadow, and took the 5 mins to get there. So I’m not feeling hopeful now. Although chat gpt tells me urine concentration is a lot less than blood.

To be honest I just wanted the test gone from the house so I can move past this stage, whatever the outcome!

I’m really pleased you have started your new cycle! Will you be trying again for this one or were you advised to wait longer?

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Springcloud26 · 21/08/2026 17:12

It’s not good news unfortunately, hcg has fallen to 68 so either it’s taking a really long time to clear or it’s a new chemical. I’ll phone the EPU on Monday to get it logged. Feeling pretty deflated but now I know I’m waiting for AF to arrive and can track the next cycle more easily.

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Pottingsheddays · 21/08/2026 19:31

I‘m sorry it wasn’t the news you wanted @Springcloud26 and frustrating that the hcg level is taking so long to drop. Hopefully the EPU will be helpful when you speak to them on Monday. Hope you can enjoy your dinner out tonight to take your mind off things.

I’ll be trying again this cycle, they just advised to wait for one period, so can’t wait to start my POAS obsession again.

How are you feeling @Posypear? Hope you have some nice weekend plans to take your mind off things.

Posypear · 21/08/2026 19:49

Sorry to hear that @Springcloud26 . I hope AF comes soon and sending good luck for your next cycle.

Hopefully we'll have some positive stories on this thread soon!

My friend said she went to the GP about 2 miscarriages and got progesterone and baby aspirin ( and then successfully conceived) so I was thinking of doing that.

Thanks @Pottingsheddays . Glad to hear AF has finally come! I can't have a glass of wine to cheer myself up tonight as I'm on antibiotics to clear the BV! I'm completely exhausted from all the emotions and sleepless nights this week so hoping DH will take DC a bit this weekend to give me a bit of a break!

Pottingsheddays · 21/08/2026 21:54

That’s a lot to have going on in one week @Posypear Hope you can get some rest this weekend - it all takes its toll physically and emotionally.

Worth speaking to your GP - I’m having tests done this cycle for thyroid, vit D and progesterone due to two losses. The EPU said the guidance has changed and GPs should now be running basic tests after two losses and my GP booked them in when I called and asked.

Hope everyone has a good weekend and there’s some positive news soon x

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Springcloud26 · 22/08/2026 08:36

Pottingsheddays · 21/08/2026 19:31

I‘m sorry it wasn’t the news you wanted @Springcloud26 and frustrating that the hcg level is taking so long to drop. Hopefully the EPU will be helpful when you speak to them on Monday. Hope you can enjoy your dinner out tonight to take your mind off things.

I’ll be trying again this cycle, they just advised to wait for one period, so can’t wait to start my POAS obsession again.

How are you feeling @Posypear? Hope you have some nice weekend plans to take your mind off things.

Thank you @Pottingsheddays, I’ll be having a nice relaxing weekend with my book and some walks.

I did an LH strip this morning and it was low, so at least I can start tracking again. I’ll join you with the fun of POAS! I’m going to test daily, just in case I never actually ovulated and it’s still to come before AF.

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Springcloud26 · 22/08/2026 08:42

Posypear · 21/08/2026 19:49

Sorry to hear that @Springcloud26 . I hope AF comes soon and sending good luck for your next cycle.

Hopefully we'll have some positive stories on this thread soon!

My friend said she went to the GP about 2 miscarriages and got progesterone and baby aspirin ( and then successfully conceived) so I was thinking of doing that.

Thanks @Pottingsheddays . Glad to hear AF has finally come! I can't have a glass of wine to cheer myself up tonight as I'm on antibiotics to clear the BV! I'm completely exhausted from all the emotions and sleepless nights this week so hoping DH will take DC a bit this weekend to give me a bit of a break!

Thank you @Posypear and hope you are feeling okay too and can have a nice relaxing weekend, it sounds like you have had a lot going on.

It’s so hard to switch off from it all isn’t it - I’m trying to focus on healthy eating a bit more as a distraction to TTC, my sugar intake is far too high (I seem to have replaced alcohol with cake 😂)

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Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 15:39

Hope everyone is having a nice and relaxing weekend 😊

I started LH testing yesterday now hcg is pretty much cleared and I may have stumbled on a surge… I will keep testing to see if it continues to rise! I’m hoping I have another chance this cycle 🤞

Anyone TTC after a recent early loss and wanting support? (Aug 26)
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Changechangechange1 · 23/08/2026 15:58

Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 15:39

Hope everyone is having a nice and relaxing weekend 😊

I started LH testing yesterday now hcg is pretty much cleared and I may have stumbled on a surge… I will keep testing to see if it continues to rise! I’m hoping I have another chance this cycle 🤞

Hello! Thank you so much for creating this thread. Nice to not be alone but also I’m sorry that we’re all here 😔

Really positive to see a surge! Can I ask what app you’re uploading the test pics into? I’m 2.5 weeks post surgery and hoping I haven't missed ovulation and just started testing today x

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Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 15:39

Hope everyone is having a nice and relaxing weekend 😊

I started LH testing yesterday now hcg is pretty much cleared and I may have stumbled on a surge… I will keep testing to see if it continues to rise! I’m hoping I have another chance this cycle 🤞

Looks promising @Springcloud26! Sorry you didn't get better news on Friday but, as you say, hopefully this means another window of opportunity. I had my LH peak today so we might be on similar timelines 🤞

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Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 16:45

Changechangechange1 · 23/08/2026 15:58

Hello! Thank you so much for creating this thread. Nice to not be alone but also I’m sorry that we’re all here 😔

Really positive to see a surge! Can I ask what app you’re uploading the test pics into? I’m 2.5 weeks post surgery and hoping I haven't missed ovulation and just started testing today x

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Welcome @Changechangechange1 and I’m sorry you have experienced a loss as well.

I use the Premom app with the easy @ home strips! Only tracked one cycle (my previous one) and I conceived, so I am trying to stay hopeful it can happen again, but for it to stick 😊

How have you been after your surgery?

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Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 16:56

Witchfoot · 23/08/2026 16:20

Looks promising @Springcloud26! Sorry you didn't get better news on Friday but, as you say, hopefully this means another window of opportunity. I had my LH peak today so we might be on similar timelines 🤞

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Thank you @Witchfoot, oh yes that would be good to help each other get through the TWW! Do you normally feel any ovulation symptoms? I don’t usually, so I took the day after my peak as 0 DPO last time.

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Witchfoot · 23/08/2026 18:42

I sometimes notice some (very slight) cramping around ovulation but nothing definitive, so I use LH strips and just roughly work out DPOs.

How are you feeling about the TWW?

We had a houseful of friends and family for a party this weekend and I thought we'd miss the peak, but tested after they left and it was spot on! So feeling glad we didn't miss a cycle, whatever happens 🤞

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Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 18:51

@Witchfoot Oh hope you had a good party! I know what you mean about feeling like you’ve given it the best chance, it’s then out of your hands, whatever happens.

I’m feeling quite excited that I may not have to wait 2+ weeks to ovulate, and then have the TWW - I really wasn’t expecting it and was waiting for AF, as I was so sure I had similar symptoms to the pregnancy last cycle.

I will need a distraction for sure! I may set myself a little goal of reading 7 books over the 14 days 😊 And I won’t test early again, only if AF doesn’t arrive in 2-3 weeks.

How about you?

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Witchfoot · 23/08/2026 19:16

@Springcloud26 Yes exactly, I'd be a bit gutted to totally miss an opportunity to try (the whole 'lost time' feeling again!) so I'm glad we caught it just about.

Ooo what's on the reading list?

I've just bought myself a new sewing machine so I've been getting back into some projects! I'd like to make my own wedding dress so I'm starting to think about designs for that - I've been procrastinating as I've been not-so-secretly hoping a new baby would blow our plans to have our wedding in 2027 out of the water 😂

Changechangechange1 · 23/08/2026 20:30

Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 16:45

Welcome @Changechangechange1 and I’m sorry you have experienced a loss as well.

I use the Premom app with the easy @ home strips! Only tracked one cycle (my previous one) and I conceived, so I am trying to stay hopeful it can happen again, but for it to stick 😊

How have you been after your surgery?

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Ah I really hope it works out for you this cycle. Amazing that you conceived quickly before.

thanks, I just downloaded the app. I feel so rubbish at reading the ovulation tests, so it’s cool how the app gives you a numerical reading.

I’ve been mostly “fine” post surgery, I was a complete mess beforehand when I had to wait two weeks to officially confirm the missed miscarriage but i think I’m blocking a lot of the emotional pain out to be honest. I’ve been keeping busy but out of no where I’ll be hit with a big wave of emotion. It’s all just so cruel.

how are you holding up? X

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Springcloud26 · 23/08/2026 20:44

Witchfoot · 23/08/2026 19:16

@Springcloud26 Yes exactly, I'd be a bit gutted to totally miss an opportunity to try (the whole 'lost time' feeling again!) so I'm glad we caught it just about.

Ooo what's on the reading list?

I've just bought myself a new sewing machine so I've been getting back into some projects! I'd like to make my own wedding dress so I'm starting to think about designs for that - I've been procrastinating as I've been not-so-secretly hoping a new baby would blow our plans to have our wedding in 2027 out of the water 😂

That’s amazing, and congratulations on your wedding! Do you have a date set?

I’m currently reading Linwood Barclay Not a Word and have a few psychologically thrillers on my list 😊

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