Posifrickentivity all round, with a good healthy dash of project desperate. New thread, new luck, new BFPs and Summer 2014 babies all round please! TTC after MC

[Sal1977]

Our brand spanking new thread full of luck, baby dust, BFPs and a few choice swear words.

The Rules...

(1) A lady may only POAS on a Friday.
(2) Friday means the day that everyone calls Friday in the time zone where you spent the night.
(3) Rule (1) does not apply to POA-OPK-S, UNLESS they are being illegitimately used as surrogate HCG detectors, in which case Rule (1) most definitely does apply
(4) Rule (1) does not apply following a BFP because if you want to waste £25 a day POADigiS that's your prerogative
(5) Rule (1) does not apply if a lady is POAS in an attempt to get a BFN to prove she can start DTD with intent
(6) Rule (1) does not apply if a lady wants for unknown reason to pee on an actual stick, like a twig or some such, if that lady is unexpectedly caught short whilst tramping in the forest looking for bears.
(7) These rules (including Rule (1)) are subject to the change at any time if the ladies of the Posifrickentivity thread decide on a whim come up with empirical evidence to prove that it is luckier to POAS on any other day of the week
(8) Violators of Rule (1) shall be subject to fish throwing.

And as a grand finale, why not pledge to NEVER POAS before 14DPO?

eeeek my period does sound really like compared to the rest of you
worried!!

light, not like

Maybe aly but could this be due to your shorter lp?
And if its always been like that's wouldn't worry cos you have DD.

Booking skiing worked for one of my friends fedup. She had tried for years and years with DH1 then after they split up and she remarried with DH2-even has IVF with both. Once she stopped trying and booked a ski holiday and upduffed. DS arrived the day she should have flown. So go for it.

I just rang the docs to get my blood test results. Thyroid was satisfactory (whatever that means, but wasn't expecting it to be an issue). Hormone levels indicated I was mid cycle so if no AF in 2 weeks I need to go back to have it redone. I think I may have ov last weekend going on EWCM so that would fit. Also DTD. So I am hoping for AF by this weekend (or possibly a BFP but I would settle for AF) which will be 12 and a half weeks after MC. I was really lucky after my first MC to get a BFP 8 weeks after so was hoping the same would happen this time. Feel a bit more positive for blood results though.

Sorry to hear you think it's a chemical pg Sal, that sucks are you 100% sure there's no hope though? Any spotting yet? You say about no sore boobs etc...I don't have sore boobs whatsoever. I don't have any symptoms at all really except general feeling shit and tired but I am full of cough and cold. Trying not to think about lack of symptoms.

I am still testing daily...line still definitely positive although not as dark as control line. I went to see my gp today, he has dated me at 4wk3 days although that is based on a standard cycle, and I ovulate later so I think I am like 4/4+1. Anyway he was much more supportive today following my history and has got me down for a scan as soon as I hit 6 weeks (please,please,please,touch wood) I should be getting a letter through to confirm date, likely to be end of next week or early week after. He felt my tummy and said if I develop any pain between now and my scan then I am to assume ectopic and go straight to a&e as a precaution...which is a scary thought.

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fedup you are probably right, it's probably just light because of short lp and this is just taking its time because the perfect sperm is waiting to meet the perfect egg to create a perfect baby.

great that your hormone tests came back good holly and fx for a bfp (positivity!) soon.

that's great over that they've booked you in for a scan already.

sal. Bugger bugger bugger!! So sorry you think chemical. It's rotten.

In relation to periods I have short lp but bleed for 5 days with spotting either side . 2 days heavy and it would not be unusual for me to have to come home and change my clothes due to flooding. But then I have endo do def don't go by me.

Still spotting and temp drop this morning but not near my coverline. Expecting AF tonight or tomorrow. Don't know why it was late - it was so promising :-((((. Maybe something tried to implant or maybe my luteal phase is lengthening. Yipppeee.

Right guys I obviously need some fish oil a convertible car and a skiing holiday.

Oh, so sorry Sal, that's balls. Ikwym about all this ttc business being harder than the ectopic, been thinking that for a while-and that if someone could just tell me it would happen in 6 months or a year or whatever, I'd be happier. Going to talk to DH about rescheduling the adoption thing for Jan, mostly because I hope that by concentrating on something else, it'll happen naturally.

My periods have been way lighter since the ectopic. Regular tampon, morning noon and night for first 1 or 2 days, then can just use one or even panty liner for next 5 days. They're about a week now, but have been up to 9 days. I've also been having odd twinges and pains on both sides, starting to worry about cysts. Will go to doc soon I think.

Sundance, glad you're onto a fresh slate, pleased to hear you being so positive.

Flying back tomorrow-the holiday's been such a great break. Kind of on the note of living life-not been worrying about booze intake (to the detriment of my liver), feel like I've been off the hook for a while, almost back to student days. It's been really helpful. Feel much more positive about getting back on DH it.

Thanks for the nitty gritty AF details my lovelies, seems I really am an average Joe in that department which is a relief !

Been cramping through the night and temp dropped again today below the cover line so hoping today will bring AF to get this party started.

I feel bad but I've cancelled my clients for today to have a pity party at home whilst grouting the new bathroom tiles. I very rarely call in sick and even did a massive pamper party as I was bleeding through my last MC in July. I just really don't fancy chatting to someone for 2 hours whilst applying eyelashes and pretending to be interested in their holiday stories!! I'd be pissed off if my hairdresser or beautician called in sick the day I was due for a treatment but sometimes it's just tough shit isn't it?

How's the rest if the gang doing today? Can I get a whoop whoop!?!!

Crappy crap crap balls, I think I'm ovulating, and no sex can happen for 2 days. Never been v good at spotting ewcm, really hope this is not it.

Sorry Sal, cross post. That was not the whoop whoop you were hoping for! In the circumstances, I don't think anyone's going to blame you for a day to yourself, hope you feel better soon. You're so strong, and it sounds like you and your DH have a wonderfully supportive relationship.

Also, what is the whole period pains in your upper thighs about??? Does anyone else get these sometimes? Xx

Aww sal so sorry to hear. But again I have seen some charts with temp drop after bfp so I would say there could still be a small chance?

Congrats over !! Well done.

Sorry I have been away on holiday and then basically hiding really. As always low on positivity. I am sick of seeing "baby on board" and baby bumps everyday, friends older than ne getting pg accidentally and it not being me. I missed the critical window this month but surprisingly it has been so much more relaxing. No over analysing every symptom and temp drop.

First month of temping that I have not gad an implantation dip, which makes me think whether all those months when we have been dtd, has it really been the case of not implanting properly?

Re: AF, I am also in the much lighter post mc camp. My GP appointment is coming up on Thursday so I will be discussing that. Along with spotting of two days pre AF, which is also new.

I am on CD 33, hoping for AF in 5 days time. So still pretty much enjoying my short break from TTC.

Hope everyone else is more motivated than me!

sal. I get pains in my thighs. Up my spine too. Weird!! How are you doing. The only thing you could have done today was have a duvet day. Take care. I am still hoping your AF dosen't come.

Holly. Meant to say excellent news on your hormones - comforting.

My AF has arrived with extreme pain.

Thanks MissP. Have started spotting with all the grim gunky stuff, so it's as I thought. Duvet day? I wish! I've grouted the entire bathroom and wash coated the new plaster and now about to paint! Better being busy than crying in front of daytime TV!

Had one of those confirmation calls for our appt next week at the RMC so that's something to look forward to...

Forgot to say, sorry AF caught up with you. Bad times.

sal. I admire your get up and go today. Good on you. Glad your app is sorted. At least you don't have to wait. Have so e chocolate though.

Whoop whoop

Wow sal I'm impressed! That's some good use of your 'sick' day! I like your style. So sorry it's gone this way though. Hope they get you some answers next wk at the clinic.

Whoop whoop!

Aw Miss sorry to hear about AF, I do hope it isn't too horribly painful. And Sal, I'm so sorry to hear it's started. I am all admiration for your efforts in the bathroom - there is nothing like fresh grout in your shower to perk you up (well, the opposite applies if your grout is grotty!) First day of the new cycle and all that cheery nonsense... Whoop whoop whoop! I have always had crampy thighs and lower back during AF, unpleasant isn't it?

I am 2 days past ovulation and thoroughly worn out by our sterling efforts. I now have a sick toddler who will keep me up all night so I am going to toddle off and get some sleep while I can.

Night all. x

Hi everyone, I've been mainly lurking of late but just wanted to say that I get a lot of comfort from this thread. It makes me feel less alone, not to mention less crazy for feeling the way I do sometimes!

Is anyone else finding it harder with Christmas coming up? That probably sounds weird but I would love to have some good (no, amazing) news to tell my family when I see them. I know that's putting more pressure on us which isn't helpful. On the plus side AF is due before all of our xmas parties/lunches/drinks so if it isn't our month I can drown my sorrows
Am on cd22 today and have managed to dtd almost daily since cd6 so it won't be for lack of trying!

Something I'd like to ask...I'm only using the FF app at the moment which I appreciate is pretty basic but it shows today as my last potential ovulation day - should we keep going until AF is due anyway? My cycles are usually around 31 days. Would be grateful for any advice!

Feeling quite positive for a change, I think all the pre xmas socialising is a good distraction. Plus it's our anniversary tomorrow and we've got a weekend away to celebrate so lots to look forward to. Makes me count my blessings too :)

Sending lots of posifrickentivity x

holy moly moomin that's a lot of dtd!! I admire your stamina.
are you temping? if so you should see the temp spike to show that you've ovulated - you can stop dtd then and give yourself a rest.

sorry for AF missp. that's such a bugger.

sal good work on such a productive day (and sorry for the evil spotting). I agree that it's much better to do something productive instead of wallowing in misery. I get my sewing machine out - my self-made wardrobe is increasing slowly but surely, as is my DDs.

hi triple! interesting about the lack of ovulation dip this cycle. wouldn't it be nice to know exactly what's going on in there?

And so it arrives! Oof! Grim.

Knocked off work early excited about seeing the new flooring down in the bathroom and shower up etc. instead, no builder, toilet in the hallway and the flat STINKS of shit from the soil pipe. Gross. Plus, I needed a wee so badly! So, I have an antique commode that we use as a stool that used to be my great grandmothers...wheeled it into the bedroom and had a lovely comfortable wee in there! Haha

Aw boo Sal, AF to contend with and no loo. Things can only get better, right? I love the image of a vintage loo, handy!

Moomin I reckon you can knock off and put your feet up. I use my old persona contraception jobby which tells you when you ovulate. 4 days later it gives me a green light, which means no risk of pregnancy. Much respect for the marathon you have been through!

Aly, I have been cheering myself with my sewing machine as well! I am halfway through a warm winter skirt from an old 40s pattern and it is coming out drop dead gorgeous, I can't wait to wear it. I can only do this because I have no bump, which is a tiny bit cheering I guess.

I'm now on my first two week wait since August. Not a happy place to be.

oh boo hiss sal. but yay for that commode, who would have thought that it'd come in handy one day?

oooh a vintage skirt, that sounds lovely handsfull. i'm about to start a skirt too, but i'm going to self draft the pattern. simple A-line with patch pockets so no biggie, but i'm going to sew together a whole bunch of different fat quarters to make it exciting and colourful - I hope! very excited to start, it's been in my head for ages. Have almost finished a cape but waiting for buttons to come from etsy. I hate waiting of all types, including the 2ww.

Wow aren't you a talented bunch! I would love to be able to sew properly. I was looking at doing a course but mc got in the way. You have inspired me to check when the next one is - new schedule being release next week.

I am still waiting for AF (11 weeks now). Currently have tender nipples