Anyone else starting their 2ww?

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Hi all

I think I am 2dpo and think AF is due 4th Feb so 13 days until I will be testing, if AF doesn't arrive.

I know it's not really possible to have symptoms this early but I have had frequent urination, excessive saliva and a slight metallic taste in my mouth today. I think it must be all in my head, because I don't remember having these symptoms the last time I had a BFP (which ended in an early m/c).

Is anyone else just starting a 2ww?

When are you due AF Babcatboo? I'm due 24th so trying to refrain from testing. I feel very PMSy so think BFN anyway

How did it go at the hospital Kate? Hope you're okay.

Welcome babcatboo. This is a lovely thread, as the others have said, rant away. Better out than in!

Lily thanks for that. Hadn't thought about Ovia like that but you're absolutely right and I'll keep at it.

Relieved you agree about the cervix thing Theaks! Can't stop opk cos it's a habit or doctor's advice?

I bought pregnancy tests at lunchtime. 95% sure I don't need them and we've got a busy weekend away so think I'll wait till Monday and test then if no AF.

Anne, it's a habit now! It's a nightmare! I have a need to check!

I'll be on at you for tips if I start doing it, would you mind? I'm clueless.

I said I'd start if I didn't get AF for a while once stopping the pill. We shall see... Would you recommend not starting so I don't get hooked?

Hope everyone's okay.

Sorry I missed your message earlier Lily! I'm not 100% sure when AF is due. My last cycle was the first one after mmc so it's a bit hard to say. Before that I was around 30-32 days which would be sat-mon. I'm out of pregnancy tests now anyway lol so that can take some of the torture away. They're only cheapies but I felt so dizzy this morning and last night so I took one but no not a smidge. It's disheartening because I took a cheap test last pregnancy and it showed a faint line 4 days before AF was due. I'm sure AF will be here soon but you still can't help but hope..

Anne I think the only good thing about the ovulation stick thingy is to know roughly when AF due- like if I ovulate later than normal at least I know so I know to expect AF late. The bad thing for me is stops spontaneous sexy time, and if we don't dtd I get cross. Both times I concieved it was without!

That makes sense Theaks.

I'm feeling awful rumblings of af, shite timing as such a busy few days ahead, but good that even though it hasn't happened this cycle af is coming. One of my worries was not having a proper cycle post pill.

Hi Everyone! How are you all?

Any new symptoms?? Anne - how are you? Lily? Theaks? Babcat?

I had my bloods on Wednesday and they were awful. One vein collapsed after 7 viles, so they had to use another one for the final 3. But they are done, thankgod, so now I just need to wait for the results.

I am convinced I am out this month. I knew it would be a miracle to conceive as I still have a clot in my uterine cavity (although I did bleed after my scan so it may have come out...unlikely though). I am still VERY bloated and have that tight feeling in my belly. And I have had stabbing pains in my tummy today but I am also getting aches down below which I get when I have a period and the gas which I normally have has gone, my boobs don't hurt etc. Anyway, it is a relief in some ways for my body to be getting back to normal so next month we should have a clear month, I hope.

PLEASE GIVE US SOME LUCK!!!

x

Oh that sounds horrible Kate. It's done now. When do you get the results.

I'm okay, I think I'm out this month also. Getting period type cramps. A week before AF due, think due on wed/thurs. seem to get these every month now😔

Sounds like you and me are on a similar cycle Theaks? I can test in 7 days according to Ovia, so will test next Saturday I think. When will you test?

I have got cramps too this morning like period pains. I had a few drinks last night as I am convinced this isn't our month but maybe I should hold off for a week until I know for sure. What is your plan Theaks? Lily you are in the same cycle aren't you? About a week away from testing? Hope you are OK.

I'll get my results back on Wednesday and then I'll see the consultant again and make a plan based on the results. Praying it's all normal and I have just had bad luck so far. Or at least to have a deficiency in something that is easily fixed through medication..

xx

Keeping my fingers crossed for you Kate. Well I will be due Thursday latest so test on Saturday if nothing appears. Got occasional cramps at both sides of pelvic area. Just been out for a 6 mile walk so pretty knackered. I don't really hold off anything to be fair. I don't drink massive amounts anywho but I still won't stop on the off chance. I think you can put your life on hold far too much. I haven't booked a holiday this year- I'm gutted about it but I don't want to risk it.

Hi all!

I can test Tuesday, due AF Thurs/Fri. In some ways I feel normal but have cramps and twinges everyday.

I've been back to the Fertility Doc and nothing wrong with either of us and I'm reacting well to the Clomid so I've got more tablets (3 mths) and told to lay of all the OPKs!!! So when AF raises her ugly head I'm turning over a new leaf. No poas, just DTD cd 11,13,15,17,19 she said and relax.

I have a hol booked on May 27th to Portugal (scary as that's where I had my miscarriage) but can't put life on hold.

I'm also sat with a

How is everyone?
Kate - your bloods sounded horrific - all for a good cause though.
Theaks - fx you get your BFP!
Anne - have you tested??

Oh lily you had your mc in Portugal! That's horrendous! That's my fear, I won't put my life on hold but holiday wise I just can't do it. Even though I need one. I found out I was pregnant 3 days before we flew to lanzarote last year, I was constantly panicking and checking due to the last loss. Holidays help you relax- will do you good.
That's good that everything ok! Think I might ditch the sticks too next month!

It was the most awful experience. I started to bleed a day before we flew back and they ummed and ahhed about me flying back with a suspected miscarriage. Hospitals there are superb though - straight in for scans etc and then gave me some amazing pain relief for the MC. I actually passed the baby somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean (you couldn't make this up). I just think that nothing that terrible could happen again surely!?!? I've got to go back and put that it all behind me...

Oh lily that is so horrible and sad!
You do. Portugal is beautiful! Turn it into some good memories. Xx

Lily - that is so tough, I'm so sorry but it's amazing that you are going back. Shows amazing strength. How are you feeling today?

I had a wine last night too and really enjoyed it! I've decided I can't put everything on hold. One more week of waiting! Eek.

Theaks how are you?

Gross question, but do any of you know what your CM should look like if AF is coming as opposed to pregnancy? Mine is very wet and a bit stringy but can't find out what that means.

xx

Anne - how are you? Have you tested? xx

Good on you Kate! Enjoy a glass of wine! Because if you do get that bfp you won't be allowed!
Im not sure about CM to be honest. I think it differs from person to person. And even each cycle it can be different. I read once that lots of CM indicated pregnancy but then someone else said not. So I'm not sure.

Hey everyone! Tested Friday though I was 99% sure there was no point. BFN. But came on the day Ovia said I would, 28 cycle exactly, which is good! Booked our wedding round my pill cycle so if this continues and I don't get my BFP before the wedding hopefully I can at least bank on being af free for the wedding and honeymoon!

Having the period from hell. 2 years on the pill and I'd forgotten the sheer horror... Oh well, hitting the pain killers and had a few wines last night!

Agree with Theaks, we may as well enjoy a bit here and there till we can't for 9 months!

Kate wouldn't have a clue about cm, but stringy is meant to be a good sign I think.

Lily you sound brave and amazing and you deserve a wonderful holiday. Have a relaxing break, hit up the occasional drink and hope it's very romantic! ;)

Celebrate the all clear from the doc, that must feel like a relief? How do you feel about ditching the OPKs?

Oh dear Anne. Yeah I miss my AF while on the pill- so much easier! I get all these aches and pains that I wasn't used to.
When do you get married?

How's everyone else?

Oh bugger, sorry Anne. Hope it's not too painful. But great you can sort your wedding around your cycle now! Have you got your dress?? How exciting.

How are you theaks? Remind me when you are testing?

I've just had the most beautiful nights sleep & just on way to work. I can test on Wednesday with a FRER (did you know that those tests don't work 6 days before your missed period BUT 12 dpo, which for me is always 3 days before AF is due. I've been wasting so much money!!)

I don't have much hope this month. Don't gave the symptoms I've had before at this stage. But have a good Easter booked so that will help with any disappointment!!

How is everyone? Xx

Hi everyone
Thanks for the nice responses....
Lovely news on your wedding Anne. And sorry to hear AF is horrendous. The things we have to put up with as women!

I'm feeling glad about the all clear (but I'm my head I think why is it not happening quicker). And losing the opks will be hard! For about a year I have used them so getting out of that routine will be hard. That smiley face just makes me feel positive! But...at least with the Clomid I know when ov will be as without it could be all over the place.

I can test tomorrow according to Ovia but I have no symptoms whatsoever- so I'm out again this month sadly.

It isn't over until AF rears her head lily!! So pleased you got the all clear. Must be a relief. Why did they say no OPKs? Is it because it can misguide you? Xx

She said because it stresses you out more. So she told me off for DTD everyday - said we must be doing every other day so sperm rejuvenates. We must be DTD cd 11,13,15,17,19 so that should cover ov and no need for opks. She said when u get that positive you are suddenly stressing to DTD and that doesn't help!