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Any older mums ttc (late 30s)?

359 replies

sideways · 27/02/2006 15:57

I was just wondering how many of the ttc people were in their late 30s or 40s.

I am 38 and started ttc this year. It would be nice if we could support each other.

OP posts:
jabberwocky · 14/03/2006 20:51

The folic acis is included in the pre-natal vitamins, so not necessary to take extra actually. The cough syrup is just the generic expectorant and it really seemed to make a difference last month, although I don't think I was on the epo at the same time, or at least hadn't been on it long.

jabberwocky · 14/03/2006 21:00

\link{http://www.fertilityplus.org/faq/cm.html\Here's the link} where I looked at cough syrup information.

ShouldKnowByFriday · 14/03/2006 22:00

Amazing what you can find on the internet. It recommends drinking more prior to ov, I must say, I have always been extra thirsty one day before ov so when I am drinking lots I then wonder if the next day will be it and with cm it is! Amazing!

jabberwocky · 14/03/2006 22:55

Grin how did we ever live without surfing the web?

fresco · 15/03/2006 15:44

hi there

iam fresco.would you mind if i join you please?

fresco · 15/03/2006 16:22

Thanks ladies for your posts.been reading and you are a bunch of lovely ladies who are very encouraging
am 37 now,with dd1 of 2 years and dd2 of 3 months, and ttc #3.i would love 4 bairns by the age of 40.i dont think i am pushing it too much.lucky to have a hubby who loves bairns.

Mog · 15/03/2006 16:36

Fresco, I had dd at 37, ds1 at 39 and ds2 at 41, so the oldest had just turned three when the youngest was born. Looks like you're going for the same set-up and it is hard but doable. Would love to go for number 4 but think we've been really lucky (and stretched to coping capacity) with three so close in age.

fresco · 15/03/2006 17:14

thanks mog.so its possible.yes, i know, its hard work but so rewarding.more rewarding than any jobs that i ever had, and you dont get paid for it hehe!! its probably cos i only have one sister and my family dont know what being a family means that i long for a large one

Tommy · 15/03/2006 17:17

Hi all - thought I might come and have a look at this thread! I'm TTC number 3 - have 2 DSs - 4.2 and 2.7. I had a miscarriage this time last year and have been trying since last June - not really sure why it's taking so long this time Sad
I'm nearly 39 BTW (which I think makes me sound really old!)
But...my cousin has just had her first baby at 44!

angelp · 15/03/2006 17:20

Wow I have learned so much here! Off to chemist for cough medicine and Evening Primrose. Its great to have this 'older' thread as you do feel quite alone sometimes and wonder whether you are doing the right thing. Interesting for me to read about age gaps too as DDis 2.6 and was a bit worried about that but have had mind put at ease.
Will have to wait til next cycle to try all the ideas - couple weeks to go

fresco · 15/03/2006 17:27

sorry skbf.just seen your line and so congratulations!!
you are only as old as you feel or think you are ladies.and some of yous are 40 odds and are fantastic.i think motherhood is the best ever job.i love reading all of yours lines and thanks for the support you all give each other.i think i am going to take a slice of it if i may?

jabberwocky · 16/03/2006 01:45

Welcome fresco, glad to have you aboard!

fresco · 16/03/2006 08:56

hi steppi 1.what sort of job did you have? you sound as though you are so glad you left it for family life?

fresco · 16/03/2006 09:28

slink, u got 4 kids?

Slink · 16/03/2006 12:45

Fresco oh god i am trying for 4yrs now for no 2, although after having a row with dh last night we may stay at 1 bloody sil, anyway i have been taking pronatal vits and started epo yesterday as coming to the end of my period so hope to start trying on 25th of this month. Really thought i was silly enough this month. I don't fret anymore can't can you and then i think can i beat perfection with dd xxxxxxxxxxxx

fresco · 16/03/2006 14:20

question for you ladies: can you chart the basal temp if you dont get af yet? i dont know where i am with periods because i havent had one since my c-section 3 months ago.but i only stop b/feeding completely that is about 5 weeks ago.i b/fed for the first 8 weeks and then stoped at night first and then altogether.

Slink · 16/03/2006 19:56

fresco i have no idea sorry but thought i would bump you..................

jabberwocky · 16/03/2006 20:38

Sorry, I haven't done basal temp, prefer to rely on charting and ewcm.

ShouldKnowByFriday · 17/03/2006 12:06

Low HCG levels so not looking good (see Clomid thread), thanks for all your best wishes and good luck to you all this month!!

jabberwocky · 17/03/2006 15:05

Fingers crossed for you...

jabberwocky · 20/03/2006 04:11

Any news?

ShouldKnowByFriday · 20/03/2006 16:40

No bleeding, cramps on and off, having blood test at 1.15pm tomorrow so results at 6.30/7.30pm tomorrow so will know either way. Really confused, did test this morning and line there but not as strong as the test line. Will post tomorrow. Thanks for asking Jaberwocky!!

jabberwocky · 20/03/2006 17:17

I'll be thinking about you.

sarochka · 20/03/2006 20:15

Hey ladies
I have been lurking on this for a while but feel that I could maybe join in. I have read through the posts and am thinking of trying the cough mixture. have been ttc for 3 years - dd 4 yrs old. Me 35 and dh 35 too. Have the occaisional cig but don't really drink. Erm don't know what else but feeling fed up - went to dr 1 yr ago told to come back this April as not to worry only young still. AF erratic to say the least but do have cm. :)

Slink · 20/03/2006 20:30

Sarochka welcome, know how you feel i am very naughty but sitting here with half a glass of orange juive a rum the twister drink, thought i would try it out................. hang in there... i have convinced myself that the longer i have to wait that means the baby will be extra extra special. xxxxxx