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Thread two for TWW begins...stop me POAS every day!

I had that before @LondonKez and when I went to the drs they just said it might have been a burst blood vessel or something. Nothing to worry about. But maybe go see your gp just so they can have a look (sorry no other way to put it). Also if you've been on the pill your cervix can become thinner or something like that (has a red ring round it when you see it on camera) and that can make it more sensitive and can bleed a bit earlier even from the slightest brush against it. My friend has it quite badly from being on the pill and went through a stage where she bled a few times after sex.

@LondonKez I had something called ectopic cervix recently which caused symptoms like yours. It was while I was pregnant but it can happen when you are not pregnant too.

I am wondering what everyone thinks about when I should take ovulation tests. This is my first proper cycle using them. I am on CD 6 now. Had some very light bleeding today. Don't usually have any on CD 6 but anyway... My cycles can be anywhere from 29-42 days. If you were me, when would you start testing? I have a box with about 45 left, shall I just start testing when bleeding fully stops? Maybe tomorrow or Wednesday?

Thank you so much ladies. Both suggestions are reassuring and something to read up on. DP's nervousness is making more anxious! If I'm still bleeding tomorrow, I'll call the gp.

@Chikitiki I'd start from day 10, but it is a good idea to start testing sooner this cycle. You had an unexpected earlier AF last week didn't you? Xx

@MrsLBear how are you lovely? Xx

@LondonKez glad you're feeling more at ease but trust your instincts and see the doctor if you feel something isn't right.

I don't know if my AF came early or not tbh! The MC bleeding properly started on 10th Dec but then suddenly tailed off on the same day. Then the main part of the MC happened on 13th Dec and then I was told it was over apart from thick lining remaining. But then the placenta came out on 15th and I bled for a few more days.

Then got my next period 6 days ago, not looking at a calendar right now but think around 9th Jan.

Basically I am not sure what's going on so will just start peeing on the OPKs tomorrow! :) xxx

Good luck @Chikitiki! Let us know how you get on xx

Thanks @LondonKez !

I took a test this evening and it's a faint line. Really quite faint.

I think that's a negative then. Will start DTD tonight and do every second day. Then when I get a strong positive OPK will DTD for 3 days in a row. That's the idea for SMEP isn't it?

How's your spotting going? Has it reduced? Xxxx

@ChikiTIKI yes, I think it's dtd every other day from day 8 and then dtd 3 days as soon as you get a positive, a day rest and then dtd once more.

It's reduced loads now it just seemed to be a day of red? It's just the odd dark brown streak when I wipe now. I'm now having my normal ovulation cramps and sensitive breasts, so not sure if I should have sex or not! I'm assuming it's safe to dtd if it's not painful? Xx

@LondonKez sounds like you could be ovulating. I don't see any reason you shouldn't DTD.

Fingers crossed its your month xxxx

@ChikiTIKI well we didn't dtd last night, DP was a bit scared he was going to hurt me (the days with the pink spotting and bright red worried him more than me) and then typically my temp rose this morning 🙈 managed the 2 days before, so SMEP went wrong. Will try tonight and just have to hope for the best!

I called the doctor who didn't seem too concerned, but been booked in for a check up next Thursday. Hopefully I'll be able to convince her to get the ball rolling on tests etc at the same time! Xx

@LondonKez that's good the doctor isn't worried. Make sure you pressure them about the tests. Ask to see another GP if they won't refer you.

I ended up at the docs yesterday, thought I had chickenpox!! Turns out to be a viral rash. Not had a rash before. So itchy and I am covered in red spots! DTD last night. Was too tired the night before. Starting every other day now until we get a dark line on OPK. Are you supposed to have a light line most of the time?

So.. I just tested positive this morning. 😳 I'm 3+3 and I won't get my hopes up until Monday (4+0) when period hopefully doesn't come.

My due date (for my first pregnancy) was supposed to be in February and I kept hoping I'd get pregnant again before that, so my stomach wouldn't be empty while thinking of our first bub (silent miscarriage in July).

We've just been referred to IVF as well. So the timing is perfect. If it sticks, I won't have to go through IVF. 😁😁😁😊🍀

Took another test and it's even more positive 😳

@MamaDane amazing news !!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!! I'm so happy for you. You've made my day :) xxxx

Thank you so much @Chiki!! I hope you're next!! 🍀

@MamaDane Congratulations!!!! Lovely news! Sending you lots of love for a healthy 9 months 💖💐💖💐

Thank you so much!! @London 🍀praying you guys will have a nice bfp soon

@mamadane that is fantastic news!! Here's to a happy and healthy nine months - I'm keeping everything crossed for you xxx💕💐😀

@MamaDane congratulations!! 🎉🎉🎉 Happy 9 months 🌸

So, strange cycle for me (again!). I thought I was about 3dpo today. Woke up and input my temp expecting it to confirm ovulation and it's put me at 8dpo which means I ovulated 3 days after the end of my period, my bleeding/spotting happened at 3-5dpo and my cramps started at 6dpo. My actual pre O cramps must have been confused with AF cramps. Very frustrating. Going to just not think about it and see what happens on Weds when Natural Cycles is predicting my period x

@LondonKez I've never done temping so not sure how it all works but hope it all works out ok for you.

I'm trying to understand OPKs for the first time and it's confusing...

Hope you're all having a nice weekend :)

I was supposed to have sex last night too but couldn't be bothered! Not going well over here at the moment haha.

Thanks @Flossy and @38 all the best of luck to you both!! 🤞🏻

@Chiki I think it's better to not force sex and have it become a chore, so it's probably good you didn't do it if you weren't into it.

How are you all getting on ladies? This cycle has been pretty odd for me. My temps never really got much higher than my cover line and natural cycles has predicted AF for tomorrow making this a 21 day cycle. Off to the doctor on Thursday to have a chat and ask for a bit of advice.

I'm having a bit of a wobble to be honest, but trying to hold it together and stay positive because DP is really struggling with there being no sign of a bfp at all. He's come home and told me he's really frustrated.

Anyway, I hope you're all well and we see some more good news in this thread xx

I'm sorry you and your husband are having an awful time @LondonKez
I hope the doctor will be helpful xxxx

@LondonKez sorry you are having a rough time. I do feel your pain. I'm on day 8 of cycle 14 :-(. My cycles are also all over the place, 36, 33, 41, 42, 35 etc. Personally my plan this month is to make sure I drink 2 litres of water, try and cut out as much sugar as poss and try and get my ass on my exercise bike. Big hugs to you lovely. It will happen xx