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Thread 25. TTC #1 - February Fertility Fighters on the FRONTLINE

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AlexiaB · 31/01/2017 17:40

Calling all OPK-ers, Temp-ers, Clomid-ers, Femara-ers, IUI-ers, IVF-ers and anyone else on the TTC #1 Bus.

We've been going a while now so the novelty has somewhat worn off and we're slightly battle scarred and bruised in the cervix area. We've ditched the Gregorian calendar in favour of the TTC Cycle Day calendar, and we don't get a lot of baby dust in these here parts, we just keep it legs spread and fingers crossed (LSFX). We love a baby bomb from a prior bus-mate but if we get told to 'just relax and enjoy it' ONE MORE TIME you will get a punch in the face!

We have a new Grad's Thread. We recently lost a whole load of ttc veterans to the good side and we're absolutely desperate to join in the fun! May 2017 lead us all to upduffed heaven and the Grad's thread, amen.

We don't have rules as such but expect to be talked down from the ledge with kind but firm words if you get too hysterical. But most importantly, don't convince yourself that you're pregnant in the tww. That is paramount!

Hop on board, post your stats and prepare to be dazzled by the wealth of TTC knowledge we long-timeys have to share...

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Londonjam · 01/02/2017 19:37

Alexia didn't realise you were due too, how are you feeling? Fx fx

Macs how's your brother doing?

That's so sweet you got him cookies pug I'll remember this next time I go mental at DH. Which will probably be our next FW! Fx for a good temp rise

Flash it could be too soon don't give up hope. I don't really get that feeling about peeing.

Londonjam · 01/02/2017 19:39

Thanks for the list skipper , AF caught up with Gaelach and smitten unfortunately

Flashinthepan · 01/02/2017 20:25

Ooo alexia I didn't realise either. Fx for you.

Nice list skipper. My last cycle stated early so I think I'm due Friday 3rd. Which if I'm not upduffed means I have managed a 14 day LP and 28 day cycle!

kwick · 01/02/2017 20:27

A lovely lady on one of the other TR. threads I am on yes I am MN junkie posted this article Link <a class="break-all" href="http://go.mumsnet.com/?xs=1&id=470X1554755&url=embracefertility.co.uk/hands-up-who-is-jealous-of-kate-coping-with-jealousy" target="_blank">embracefertility.co.uk/hands-up-who-is-jealous-of-kate-coping-with-jealousy

Londonjam · 01/02/2017 20:31

Beyoncé pregnant with twins. Just what we needed! 🙄

Londonjam · 01/02/2017 20:39

That's a lovely article kwick

It reflect back how I've been feeling the last week. I feel like I've turned a bit of a corner and really discovered how strong I can be. There will be knock backs but I'm proud that I am coping with something I never thought I could.

kwick · 01/02/2017 20:43

Welcome hanban!!! See what I did there? Wink

Now ladies who are expected AF tomorrow it needs to stay away and I want a string of BFPs!!! DO YOU HEAR ME???

I have such a crush on Dr Xand from How to lose weight well Blush

Sorry smitten Flowers

flash almost everyday!!! Ever since having operation at 19 I have had a weak bladder but it has suddenly got SOOOOOO much worse!!! Today I nearly went on the bus Blush. Maybe I should buy a shewee...Confused

Welcome actino!!!

MissyJones80s · 01/02/2017 20:55

Wow again so much to catch up on so sorry if I've missed any news and advance apologies for multiple posts!

alexia love Arabella and kath love Molly!

Sorry Gaelach Flowers

MissyJones80s · 01/02/2017 20:57

skip way off yet but add me I think I'll be testing 27th

Welcome lovely newbies Cake

MissyJones80s · 01/02/2017 21:00

hannah love those names by the way! My DH keeps saying if we have a boy he wants to call him Rodger I mean wtf noooooo 'little baby rodger' just doesn't sound right lol

MissyJones80s · 01/02/2017 21:02

Sorry smitten here some Wine some Cake and some Flowers enjoy. My AF appeared along with a beautiful cold wahey to that Angry

Binkybunny13 · 01/02/2017 21:08

Evening all, sorry I've been quiet- manic few days, and this group is so active!

Thanks for the new thread Alexia.. my stats are:

Binky
31
Cycle 6, CD 26 (likely 35day cycle so testing 10th) if no AF)
Considering revisiting my OPKs next month after long cycles,to try to work out what's going on!
Current approach is DTD EOD to reduce stress of TTC

Just trying to catch up with the main news- sorry if I've missed anyone!

Welcome back snarky 👋 and hi to new joiners

Macs you totally hit the nail on the head re: all the good names going- I'm desperately clinging on to 2 girls names that I've had in mind for years and if my friends use them (due next month and April) I think I might cry! How's all going with your brother now?

Skipper keep herding! 😺

Yes pyjamas I've put on weight after BC (nothing to do with gorging post wedding and into Christmas..🤔) I keep thinking "oh don't want to bother dieting as I might be pregnant and don't want to risk depriving the bean of nutrients"- who am I kidding, I've got time to lose the extra couple of kilos!

Bloody Beyoncé eh london?! Do you reckon she's had fertility treatment?

Yes flash me with the urgency. God knows what we'll be like when preggers (which I desperately hope will be us very soon)

2WWers I'm willing the BFPs to appear! Sorry to those who have been got by the bitch 😞

LSFX!

sk1pper · 01/02/2017 21:11

Thanks peeps, here's it all up to date:

Londonjam - 3 Feb
Flash - 3 Feb
Star - 4 Feb
Tonks - 5 Feb
Mrsblue - 5 Feb
Emalady - 7 Feb
Kathrino - 7 Feb
Harriet - 8 Feb
Geeup - 10 Feb
Binky - 10 Feb
Pyjamas - 11 Feb
Carleycolie - 11 Feb
Colourmylife - 12 Feb
Kaydee - 12 Feb
Sk1pper - 13 Feb
Pug - 14 Feb
Rose - 14 Feb
Eva - 15 Feb
Hep - 16 Feb
Miranda - 17 Feb
Missy - 27 Feb

I have everything crossed for you Jam and Flash - you should both get your BFPs imminently. xx

Mrsbluebell17 · 01/02/2017 21:25

Evening all - it's been a busy day on the thread. Just trying to catch up.

Skip, I'm the same too - I hate the lack of control. Please can you put me down to test on 9th? I think that's when AF is due?

Missyjones, I listen to audio books too - have found it helps occupy my mind.

Pyjamas - loving the typo, thanks for making me giggle. Also, yes I quickly put on around a stone when came off BC - trying to lose it now.

Welcome Banana and Actino!

Sorry for AF Smitten! 😩

Pugmummy87 · 01/02/2017 21:29

flash I am always needing a wee. And it's always a sudden urge to go which is a bloody nightmare when I driving around all day. Hate having to ask if I can use someone's toilet. The local supermarkets in my patch know me well for running in to use their toilets lol!

With you all on the helpful advice from people. With the head tilting sad look on their faces. I don't understand why it's taking so bloody long, people in my family fall pregnant just by looking at a penis!

Gaelach · 01/02/2017 22:11

Sk1pper, stick me down for 1st March as a new test day :(

On a positive note, you are all exceptionally lovely people! Who else would genuinely commiserate and offer sympathy when AF comes, as well as offer squillions of advice and comfort. You. Thanks all Star

macsworth · 01/02/2017 22:29

skipper stick me down for 22nd Feb please! Great work as group herder.

Brother moved off ITU today after just over 3 weeks! It's a massive step and we're all over the moon. Thanks for asking jam and binky. January was a right shitter, February is going to be a winner!

Yep binky, I loved the name Poppy and 3 weeks ago one of my friend's wife gave birth to little baby Poppy!

Totally missed the news on Beyoncé! Twins, as easy as that!

Pyjamas81 · 01/02/2017 22:33

Thanks for the new list skipper!

🤞 for all the imminent testers.

Ah so I'm not the only one bluebell and binky I've put on about a stone as well, same diet, same exercise. This TTC malarkey is hard enough without feeling like a heffalump to go with it. I've got personal training tomorrow morning at 6.30. 😱 but these are desperate times!

Good to see that 🐶 typo brought a few smiles today!!

Sorry about AF gaelach and smitten - what a bitch 😡 I hope you've got some treats lined up.

Welcome Hannah!

I'm making angry faces at any potential AF for you jam and Alexia she better stay away!

I'll be 7dpo tomorrow will not be looking out for implantation symptoms AT ALL.

Pyjamas81 · 01/02/2017 22:34

Great news about your brother mac!

sk1pper · 01/02/2017 22:46

Excellent news Mac - glad he's on the mend.

Also, good luck Alexia - didn't realise you were so soon too. Want me to add you to the list?

GimbleInTheWabe · 01/02/2017 22:59

Hi everyone,

I have been stalking the thread to see how everyone is getting on. I have loved the name chat and have already stolen some to add to my list (it is now: Mila, Juno, Willow, India and Luna... yep I really need to find some boys names too!).

Pyjamas I was real life lolling at the deaf dog.. brilliant!

Fingers crossed to everyone testing and LO to everyone who is getting down to it this week!

Kathrino · 01/02/2017 23:07

Great news about your brother macs, 2017 can only get better from here!

Welcome to our newbies, I hope you're not here for long.

Thanks for the list sk1pper, let's hope the next few days bring us lots of lovely happy news.

Jam, super impressed by how strong you've been this TWW. You're an inspiration and I will be trying to channel you in a few days.

Kwick, I also love dr xand. He's such a hottie and seems so funny too.

Crazy day/week at work and I ate lots and lots of biscuits. This is not the relaxed and healthy TWW that I was hoping for!

88claire · 01/02/2017 23:09

Hello ladies. Joining from the old thread!

Not much to say here except my body has gone haywire since I miscarried. OPKs all over the place, temperatures up and down. Three types of mucus in one day, bleeding every three days AND I feel sick every evening.

Hoping it all settles when I've had my first period.

How is everyone? Need to see some BFP soon! Smile

SmittenPears · 02/02/2017 02:07

Thanks so much, ladies. Mmm, beer. :)

Sorry about AF Gaelach.

March 7 will be test day for me -- forever away.

Oh Beyonce...

AlexiaB · 02/02/2017 06:12

Jam I've been feeling really "off" and my chart has now gone triphasic but BFN on frer this morning wah! How are you lovely?

Thanks for doing the list Skipper - I'm already testing as I never know with my short lp.

Sorry your body is messing you around Claire Flowers

Pleased to hear your brother is doing better macs.

So jealous of Beyonce. I'd love twins! I reckon it was IVF too.

Good luck to those testing this AM Flowers

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