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[PrtyPsn]

Hi (big wave)
So you clicked on here because you were looking for me (I'm flattered!) or the title seemed interesting!
I'm aware it doesn't really explain anything but we are bunch of lovely ladies all TTC and going ever so slightly crazy with it! For more info see our original thread here -

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/conception/2412386-TTC-anxious-over-early-pregnancy-possible-symptoms?msgid=56357000#56357000

And our most recent thread here -

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/conception/2531973-Christmas-is-here-but-its-not-the-turkey-thats-getting-basted-with-symptoms-to-spot-and-festive-cheer-Prty-and-the-gang-are-getting-BFPS-this-year?pg=39&order=

We are symptoms spotters extraordinaire - you name it we've had it, real and/or imagined
We are here to help, we are all supportive, we laugh, rant, cry, joke, rage, smile, and comfort together. Be you a lurker or poster (established or new) then you are very welcome here. We only have a few rules:

1. No judgement - we all lead different lives and have different standards and that is fine. You wanna get wasted everyday of TWW, that's fine. You wanna abstain completely, that's fine. We need support, not judgement.
2. No feeling stupid - we've all had those months where we definitely think we are pg 110% convinced and then AF turns up, don't feel bad about it, it happens. Also we all have different levels of knowledge so no question is stupid apart from the one you don't ask.
3. On this thread there is no such thing as TMI - we are all adults and we all know how miraculous and amazing... and downright disgusting our bodies can be, it's fine. Share what you want, we will not be fazed.
4. This thread is intended for support - both giving and receiving. If someone helps you then please be kind and return that to another TTCer.

So that's it, jump in and FX'd for all of my lovelies xx

Hi all!
a message from my lurking...
Pirsy I'm really glad to hear things are moving forwards for you. Remember, everyone has a different journey for that BFP, there is no right or wrong way.
Snowy OV pain signs are confusing. I get why you want to use the most natural way of figuring out when you're ovulating. Looking back to when you were OPKing, can you match up with that, and tell when?
Prty and Kitten, ooh, the dreaded DBAF wait. It's awful. Good luck, and really hope this is the time for you! Kitten if AF has been a no show, that BFN could still just be a test that was too early.
I'm really frustrated, because after saying I wasn't going to fret about things any more, I'm late, by at least 2 days, according to my most regular time to come on. I would normally get AF on CD25 (did the last 4 cycle), but today is CD27, and not a glimpse of AF, and 2 BFNs (yesterday and today). I genuinely was in the mindset of "it won't happen, I'm fine with that, I'm just going to get on with my life", and the first cycle I do that, I get a long cycle to get me all wondering again. Then again, maybe it's long because I'm relaxed... Anyway, typically long post, don't know how you all keep them so short! I'll keep you updated, and will be lurking and following those of you at the due/testing stage! xx

Hippy it's not that I want to be going by the most natural way, it was that when I was using OPK it was that I thought the pains coincided with the positive days so often that it was a waste to POAS as well. Generally the way it worked for me was The morning of CD13 I got my first peak fertility smiley face (I used the CB OPKs that gave up to 2 high and 2 peak days although I always had 1 high then got my peak), pains would generally start that afternoon and CD14 should have been a peak day as well - although my over anayltical brain is getting the better of me and although the OPK are supposed to give 2 peak days, you can't test after the first peak day so what if I only have 1 peak day??... and going by that long winded answer the crazy has most definitely begun, I think this is going to be a looong TWW

Gosh my tits feel massive today. Am hoping it's not just fatness 😆

prty - I feel unpregnant too, rubbish isn't it. Fingers crossed though lovely.
hippy - love your epic posts! Sorry to hear you're in confusion like that. Our bodies definitely know when to do that to us. I'm really hoping for you too though - maybe just will be a late BFP for you

Hi all - just to say, AF arrived this morning. CD28, which is late for me! Maybe I'm regulating a bit now? Anyway, it's a relief in a way. Was frustrated with myself for getting all caught up again. Anyway, this sunshine is so cheering. Hooray!! X

Loving the positivity Hippy

It's easily done hippy bird, I have to keep reminding myself with DD3 I completely forgot I was meant to have a period and she went un noticed for over a week, that's how reliable symptoms are.

Hippy trust your body to throw you off balance when you had decided to be relaxed and not worry about it. Anyway you do sound very serene and so positive. It is lovely!

Fingers crossed for you Prty, Kitten and Snowy in 2ww. It has to be someone's turn for a BFP soon!

So in terms of hormones they werent that happy with my FSH but my AMH was normal for someone of my age (33). Because of my FSH I got the impression that she thought we should just get on and go for IVF now rather than delay and have less chance of success.

Weirdly also feel in pregnant too Prty, due on my period any day now...I do feel as though my books have grown they are popping out my bra but I got an eye roll when I said this to someone...the soreness has subsided and the BfN I received earlier in the week has managed my expectations....a lot of 2ww going on.....

hippy I'm loving that positivity!!
pirsy glad they are moving forward, I think it's a really good thing :)
TMI I've still got my FXd for you and toot grieving books pahahahaha!!
In other news, boobs are sore... either imagined it from too much poking to check if they are sore!

Pirsy you'd really think there was one due soon won't you

Hi all. Just checking in as I miss you guys! Sorry that so many of you are having a crap time.

Great news on IVF Pirsy.

Sorry about late AF Hippy.

Prty, Kitten, Glitter, Neetie, Snowy and anyone else I have missed, I often think about you all and am keeping everything crossed for each one of you.

I am ok. 13 weeks exactly tomorrow. Had scan and all looked OK, just waiting on bloods. To be honest I am a nervous wreck most of the time, it seems each day I find something new to worry about! I am going to meditation classes because I am such anxious wreck. I know it can't be good for me, just so badly want everything to be ok.

Anyway, I hope you don't mind me checking in from time to time. I am avoiding all forums as have realised they do not aid my worrying! But as I say, I often think of you all and I will keep you in my thoughts and send positive vibes to you all xxx

Yay!! So pleased to see you flowers we miss you and I definitely want to know how things are going :) glad the scan was all ok, lovely xx
Total lack of appetite today, made myself eat a bit of lunch... think it's more low mood than pg symptom though

Ahh flowers so lovely to hear from you! Keep popping back its lovely to hear from you and how things are going, glad the scan went well!

I've just been silently reading and lurking recently, had a bad cold which has totally wiped me out this week.

Goodness about the Ivf pirsy least you are moving forward and nearing that BFP!!

*good news not goodness

Glad to hear everything is going well Flowers, easier said than done I know, but try and relax yourself a bit

mrsflowers - so good to hear from you, and so glad you've had the scan and all is well x You're so lovely to be thinking of us still too and pop in whenever you want
Spotting here , so cd1 tomorrow . I've had enough, I really hoped - yet again - this month and having got this far without the early spotting really got me excited. Yet another cruel joke by my body. Time to give up? I can't cope with the 2 year mark coming up in June.

Kitten don't give up. I know it feels impossible some times, and I sometimes consider giving up (cycle 20 here and I actually started looking into adoption this month) but we will get there eventually. Maybe take a month off if your are feeling that strongly about it.

Awww kitten I'm sorry, lovely xx TTC takes such a toll on us but you are strong and you will get the BFP you deserve so much x

Flowers I cant believe you are 13 weeks already! That tme has flown by. Good news about the scan! I can imagine it would be hard not to be anxious. No wise words but it sounds like you're doing all the right things!

Kitten - it is really hard. I totally understand why you want to give up. As snowy has said maybe take a month off to just try to forget about it for a while and give your emotions a break. Did you ever try going back to your GP? Even though you wouldnt be eligible for NHS funded IVF they should still arrange some investigations for you and try to find out why you've not been able to get pregnant so far. The other thing to consider is some counselling, as I said I am going to look into this before I go for IVF.

Prty when is AF due? Its not over til its over!

Poppy sorry about the cold - hope you're feeling better soon.

Thanks pirsy I need to shake myself and get back to DTD, although DH has been on opposite shifts so haven't seen him much.

Sorry to hear kitten, keep your chin up.. I know it's so hard to keep plodding on but your time will come, it's just around the corner I know it!!

I'm trying to keep positive till my results appointment .. I WILL be pregnant this year!! im sure now I've said it out aloud, it's going to happen

pirsy AF is due Monday, no testing unless she's late. Got hit with two baby bombs last night, personal and professional... it's so fucking draining and I just feel like it's never gonna be me. This TWW has felt like my shortest but most depressing :(

Yes I am going to adopt that mantra Poppy!

We are approaching FW. In fact I was going to start 'The schedule' tonight. Its going to be a bit tricky this month because DH is on long days next week but we're going to have to just try to DTD through any tiredness.

Prty sorry was writing my post when you posted! I HATE baby bombs ... they are the absolute worst. They make you feel awful and then you feel bad for not being happy for whoever it is. I tend to have a massive cry all over DH. I really hope your AF doesnt come. Have you got a busy weekend planned with lots of distractions?