Short Luteal Phase #2

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I don't really know much about progesterone figures other than that to be honest, but you did clearly did ovulate, maybe the figure was lower because it was only 5dpo?

My pg levels were 1 and 8. 30 is average x

Waiting to test today after the slight spotting on Tuesday. Don't have any tests though so in going to have to sneak out (at the parents).

I need advice. If it's still a bfp, do I tell my mum?! I've got this big close family meal tonight and they will sniff me out if I'm on water. Not even sure what to eat?! my mum could cover for me (as whatever mum says is true right, siblings will buy it)...

Feel 12!

My pg levels were all single figures too but they were done too early (thanks clueless NHS!) and when I had an internal scan right at the point of ovulation (cd20) the doctor said he could see I had nice ripe follicles and plenty of them and he didn't even need to re- do bloods as he could see my ovulation was fine, just late and with v short LP.

Mascara no harm in telling your mum, always good to have an ally!

What's your EDD btw?

Ovia says 23rd July. 4 weeks today, fingers crossed. I can't get my car out to go get one yet. I'll be chuffed if it's moved on slightly, although I'm ony 14dpo today!

Mrsunsure, don't worry I am being realistic about not getting ahead of myself. In another 4 weeks time when I get past where I mc I will start to believe and start to get excited, hence why I'm reluctant to tell anyone really. However, I had to go through everything alone last time so it wouldn't hurt I guess.

Got 2-3 weeks now on CB at 14dpo so feel slightly better that hcg must be increasing. Got a spare test for a few weeks time. Hope you're all ok x

That's really excellent mascara! Just chill now and get through the next few weeks - I hope sickness treats you kindly!

I've (finally) got my booking-in appt next week (11 weeks!)

Yep! Sickness went from horrific to nothing basically overnight! I do have a little heartburn, but I can cope with that.

My appetite and taste buds are back, still suffering from tiredness but I think it's easing off a bit too.

Glad you are both ok Mrsmugoo and Mascara. That's good the sickness stopped Mrs.

Mrsunsure how are you? And sunshine?

Nothing to report here. 5DPO and temp is still up.
No symptoms although at 3DPO I woke up around 3am with AF type cramps which was odd but went back to sleep and that was that.

Good news Mascara, are you going to tell your Mum? Very exciting for you both will it be her 1st grandchild?

Chart looks good Sunshine, have you seen the psychic yet? Glad you're feeling better Mrsmugoo.

I'm ok, only on CD6 so nothing to report, just feeling really emotional but I think it's only because I've just had my bday and I thought it would've happened by now and I worry what if it never happens for us. I know I'm being silly as its still early days really, I just can't seem to relax this cycle. x

Not plucked up the courage to say anything yet, she keeps asking if I'm alright. I must be acting strange!

Sunshine the cramps early on we're
My first symptom

Mrs when did your sickness kick in? I'm ok at the moment. Had a few waves of nausea but apart from being a bit sore I'm symptomless

I'd tell her if it was me mascara. She'll be happy for you and can help cover it up. Plus she can be there for you. As long as she doesn't obsess like I know my MIL would. Fx the cramps were a good sign then.

Sunshine no not yet seeing the psychic the week after next. Keep positive. It'll happen for all of us one day.

Nausea started at 7 weeks, actual puking was from 8-10 weeks.

10+3 now and feel like I've turned the corner

From weeks 4-7 though I honestly didn't feel pregnant at all!

Ah Mrsunsure, its so horrible isn't it, if only there was a way we could see into the future for reassurance that it definitely will happen for us one day. I hope your resting up and taking good care of yourself.

I've been reading up on fertility 'superfoods' - might start on royal jelly next month. Even if it doesn't boost my fertility atleast it will keep me looking younger. x

Have you tried maca? It's supposed to be a fertility superfood.

I found the following helpful Mrsunsure. Have also been reading about Co Q10.

natural-fertility-info.com/royal-jelly.html

natural-fertility-info.com/5-fertility-superfoods-you-should-know-about.html#

Whats fertility blend? x

I used bee pollen and a green powder for a few month in smoothies and food. Might have helped in some way but didn't get a bfp. Bee pollen is delicious if mixed with honey and put on carrots to roast though!