🙈🤣 Who wants to symptom spot with me.. 🙈🤣

[printedlace]

Hi all,

So I'm actually strangely calm about the TWW at the moment, which is unusual for me!

We had a chemical pregnancy 2 months ago and since then I really try not to symptom spot as I try and protect myself from disappointment.. but I thought it might be nice to follow each others journeys during the TWW and keep each other motivated and positive!

So here's my story:

-TTC for 7 months, first baby!👼

• had a chemical pregnancy 2 months ago💔

Currently 6 DPO:

• cramping in lower stomach; AF type pains
• constipated like MAD 😬😳
• boobs are very tender (especially areola's and nipples)
• very veiny boobs!
• I actually woke myself up from a deep sleep last night as I was dizzy?! How does that even happen 🙃🤣

@Noo3833 keep positive! Expect the unexpected! You got this 💪
I had a chemical a few months back so I can completely understand how you're feeling. Bless you ❤️ I haven't got any of my symptoms anymore either! Xx

@Hayes178 keep positive! You could still be in with a chance ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

@Rice1992 keeping everything crossed for you. You're not far off me. I'm 13DPO today. No AF and it's usually made an appearance or at least killing me with cramps by now.. 🤔

Thank you! Since this morning I’ve started getting tingling in my boobs which took me by surprise! Very light but definitely there. Talk about a rollercoaster of emotions 😂

@printedlace thank you, same for you too! There’s still hope for us yet 🙌🏻🤞🏻 Keep us updated - no matter how big or small!

Any symptoms I’ve had have seemed to have disappeared today. I felt really nauseous y’day and was incredibly bloated, but I often get both of those things so it’s hard to tell 😅🤦🏼‍♀️

I've also noticed I'm quite 'swollen' down below never had this before

All looking tentatively positive for you @printedlace,fingers crossed 🤞
I am feeling very frustrated- was feeling like it might actually be my month because my normal pre AF cramps were very mild but they seem to be coming up with a vengeance

Anyone know if it’s possible to have pre af cramps and still get a BFP? I’m desperate now xxx

Fingers crossed for everyone here!!
My cycle is 26 days usually, today I am on CD29....I use Flo to track fertility. Flo says I am one day late. I haven't tested yet as I've had constant cramps for a few days.. a little bit of pink spotting when I wiped last night and a couple of times today. Not every time tho. Has anyone experienced the same??

Baby dust to all

@WicketBasket

All looking tentatively positive for you *@printedlace*,fingers crossed 🤞 I am feeling very frustrated- was feeling like it might actually be my month because my normal pre AF cramps were very mild but they seem to be coming up with a vengeance

Anyone know if it’s possible to have pre af cramps and still get a BFP? I’m desperate now xxx

I hope so because this is exactly what I am experiencing!

Hahaha @BunnyGardener so do I! I’m glad someone is in the same boat, although my cramps are getting worse now so I’ve lost all hope in the space of a few hours. How sad 😞 xxx

@WicketBasket

Hahaha *@BunnyGardener* so do I! I’m glad someone is in the same boat, although my cramps are getting worse now so I’ve lost all hope in the space of a few hours. How sad 😞 xxx

I hope AF doesn't rear her head!! Fingers crossed for you. I'm going to wait a few more days before I test because I feel like mine may arrive too. Horrible how a lot of the symptoms are the same.

Fingers crossed for you all! Xx

That’s very strong @BunnyGardener! I’ll keep my fingers and toes crossed for you.
Do you know why I want to test? And I’ll tell you a little secret, I’ve only ever tested early twice in the entire TTC journey because I always wait for AF. And in a weird way, I sometimes feel like I’m depriving myself of that anticipation when testing and I just want something to hope for. Does that sound desperately silly and pathetic? xxx

@WicketBasket

That’s very strong *@BunnyGardener*! I’ll keep my fingers and toes crossed for you. Do you know why I want to test? And I’ll tell you a little secret, I’ve only ever tested early twice in the entire TTC journey because I always wait for AF. And in a weird way, I sometimes feel like I’m depriving myself of that anticipation when testing and I just want something to hope for. Does that sound desperately silly and pathetic? xxx

It sounds EXACTLY the same as me, and that's why I don't want to test this time. That's why I'm telling myself I'm going to start AF, because I always always get my hopes up and start testing. And it's always BFN I have noticed one other symptom tho...my heart rate has increased by 2bpm (sounds marginal I know, but the last time this happened was 3 years ago and I was actually pregnant at the time... unfortunately ended in mc)

Really really hope we can all hold out and get the results we want

@WicketBasket not silly at all! I wish I had more self control when it comes to testing 😬🤣

Just been into Matalan to pick up some hits and img there's some seriously cute baby bits! 🥺 I don't know why I do it to myself 😬😭 I had this crazy thought that if I just but something now, maybe it will make being pregnant this cycle more possible. What a silly woman I am! I resisted.. 😬😩

It’s official... I’ve given my husband all our pregnancy tests to hide 😂 I have no self control in this case 👌🏻

@Noo3833 probably a good idea, I need to do the same 😬🤣 xxx

@BunnyGardener Aww I really hope that the increased HR is a sign of positive things for you. Unfortunately @printedlace and @BunnyGardener, I did not maintain the self control and tested. I think it was through sheer frustration, if that makes sense. I was so desperate for some hope but it was a stark white negative. Not even a hint of a line
I knew it would be and that means I’m officially out this month I guess. I don’t know whether I have the strength to keep going, I feel so low. Ah well, I think I need a good relax. Hope it’s much better news for the rest of you xxx

Sorry to hear that @WicketBasket 🙁 Try not to lose hope though, there are so many people and options out there to help with this kind of thing if it comes to it. But for now like you say, relax and time some time for you over Christmas. With the immense pressure we put ourselves under, we all need a bit of self loving more than we think 💛 x

Thank you @Rice1992

I think I’m wanting the journey to get moving tbh. I was told by Gynae they would see me again when ‘covid was over’. Who knows when that will be? And have just googled some prices of private doctors as I’m at the end of my tether and they are jaw dropping for me Let’s see eh?
Thank you for the hand-hold, I really needed it xxx

@WicketBasket I'm so sorry my love. It's such a crap thing, this TWW. Got the biggest hand hold here for youC and my fingers are still firmly crossed! Xxx

@WicketBasket I would go back and push them to see you. I don’t know when they told you that, but let’s be honest, Covid isn’t going anywhere in a hurry (if only it would though eh), and this isn’t just for your physical health but your mental health too. God yeah I can only imagine how much they charge, but see where you get with NHS support first and don’t let them use Covid as a reason.

You’re welcome - I think we all need that sometimes xx

[quote WicketBasket]@BunnyGardener Aww I really hope that the increased HR is a sign of positive things for you. Unfortunately @printedlace and @BunnyGardener, I did not maintain the self control and tested. I think it was through sheer frustration, if that makes sense. I was so desperate for some hope but it was a stark white negative. Not even a hint of a line
I knew it would be and that means I’m officially out this month I guess. I don’t know whether I have the strength to keep going, I feel so low. Ah well, I think I need a good relax. Hope it’s much better news for the rest of you xxx[/quote]
So sorry sending hugs and hope for you. I know it's may not be what you want to hear but please don't give up xx

@printedlace @BunnyGardener @Rice1992
Thank you so so much for your lovely hand holds, reading your messages has made me very teary. I really appreciate the support, it means so much. I didn’t realise how alone I feel in it all and I feel so inadequate so your kind words have really helped!
Thank you. I wish you all get your BFP’s very soon, the angels that you are 💕 xxxx

@WicketBasket you've got this! You're so strong ❤️ and we are all here right behind you every step! Xxx