First month TTC

[Pixiedust018]

Hi ladies,

I’m new to this and would really appreciate your help. This is my first month TTC. I’m currently on CD4 so still middle of my period. Just wondering what helped you all conceive in your first month of trying and any tips you have. I have clearblue OPK ready and have been tracking my cycles for a which vary from 27-34 day cycles with 2 random 45 day cycles one of them being my last cycle.

Anyone else TTC this month?

Thanks in advance x

@Dixie1488 definitely waiting until to see whether AF arrives before I test. What about you?

Sounds like you've got a fun Valentine's weekend ahead of you @LiGigi!

@LiGigi haha I know that feeling! He has no idea how much time and energy I spend researching and obsessing 🤣

Ooooh enjoy! 😉 My partner is getting no sex from me, I can’t take anymore this month haha 😂

@FieldView I need your willpower! I am going to try to wait until 12DPO at the earliest.

Morning lovely ladies,

I'm slightly ahead of all u in terms of our cycles!

So my AF has arrived today. Tbh I feel a tiny bit relieved, I worked myself up to such a state this month going crazy (it was our first proper month trying). I kind of feel I've got that out my my system now and feel a lot more chilled.

Going to treat myself tonight to a glass of wine and a salicylic acid face mask (Nip and Fab). I love this face mask so much but apparently you can't use salicylic acid when pregnant so I haven't used it in like a month 🧖🏼‍♀️🍷

I'm sticking around though for all your TWW! I am keeping everything crossed we get some more BFPs!! ✨

@Dixie1488 when I was symptom spotting last week I did actually see something online saying that because peeing more frequently happens in early pregnancy it can affect your thirst too. X

@greenfrogs1 sorry to hear about AF! Definitely treat yourself to all the things you can't do once pregnant. I went nuts on wine and soft cheese and seafood 😂

@Dixie1488 it's not so much willpower! I think I've just got it in my head that it's going to take ages. I've even spoken to DH about fertility treatment and whether it's something he'd be open to, and we're only on cycle 2 of TTC! 🙈 I need to dig out a little bit of positivity!

How are you feeling today? Still thirsty??

@greenfrogs1 I was exactly the same. Now on 2nd of TTC feeling much more chilled about it and definitely indulged in some vino while on AF. We have to make the most of whatever part of cycle we're in :)

@FieldView I'm the same. Reading through so many threads, it seems like it can take around a year for no good reason. Last month I was also determined not to test til AF was last by a few days. She arrived on time, so didn't end up touching my pregnancy test stash.
Also, I think seeing a BFN would be really sad... I'd rather be ignorant and hopeful until AF shows...

Yes, the same here!! I think if I was seeing BFN's everyone morning from DPO10 I'd get a bit down, but there would also still be a bit of me that remained hopeful. Ignorance is bliss 😂

I see you were starting the OPKs again today. In for a weekend of BDing?

Hi Ladies, I’ve just been eavesdropping this whole thread. I’m not TTC and had my little boy a few years ago, we caught the first month with lots of advice on a similar thread. So I’m just popping in to say good luck to you all and here’s my advice.

If you’re quite in tune with your body and cycles then don’t waste time/ money with OPKS, listen you your body, your CM will tell you lots more about when you’re ovulating than you think.

Keep an app to track when you’ve DTD and period dates but don’t rely on that to tell you when you are actually ovulating, it just gives you a ballpark.

PreSeed is amazing, I honestly rate it SO much, I know lots of people who have caught very quickly using it and tbh, it’s just a good lube anyway!

If you haven’t looked into the sperm meets egg plan (SMEP) then google it! Covers you on all bases so you’re not exhausting yourself every month on unnecessary days.

Baths - don’t take hot ones.

Don’t pee straight after sex, try and lie still for 5-10 minutes.

Symptom spot away! I know people say not to etc but I honestly think it teaches you so much about yourself. Of course it doesn’t mean you’re pregnant but I think it’s great to learn more about your body. They’ve probably always been there you’re just noticing more now as you’re TTC and every tip from your own body is gonna help that to happen.

Good luck to you all, I hope 2021 is the year for all of you ❤️

@greenfrogs1 I’m sorry to hear AF arrived. You can use salicylic acid in pregnancy and TTC, just as long as it’s at a max concentration of 2%. My GP and dermatologist told me 😊

Oh really? Well hopefully it’s a good sign but I am only 8DPO so not sure if it is too early!

@FieldView oh bless you. I don’t want to even think of that just yet 🙈 yes for sure, it is hard though hey.

Yep still super thirsty and needing a wee all the time!

@Ihoeihoeihoe Thankyou for the advice 😊💕

@FieldView are you noticing any symptoms today? You're 8 DPO? I took my first OPK test of this cycle today and so ready for BD fun this weekend! Feeling pretty good about this cycle, I hope this positivity stays even if there's not good news in a few weeks.

@Ihoeihoeihoe thanks for dropping by and for sharing your tips! I've not tried preseed but I think I might give it a shot if nothing happens this cycle :)

Sorry I have been so quite this week guys I have been super busy sorting our house out. However I'm CD26 today and 15DPO and also AF due today or tomorrow however I have normally had cramps and stuff around a day or so before AF and nothing. Randomly about 30 mins ago I decided to do a test and.....

I'm sure there is a line........

@Kittysw there is absolutely a line, congratulations!!!

@PineappleSun thank you :)

Took a digital this morning and I just couldn't believe it last night and PREGNANT!!

@Kittysw - huge congratulations! 😆❤️

Ahhh huge congratulations @Kittysw!!!! Any tips? 😂

@BubblesNSnuggles Thank you :)

@FieldView Thank you, and tbh... no I thought I was out this month as we only DTD like once possibly twice during my peak so honestly thought I had no chance. I had no symptoms either which I could pick up on tbh. So sorry but I'm not much help.

@Kittysw congratulations lovely!! How exciting!! What month TTC are you? What a great way to start the weekend!

@Kittysw congratulations!! Such exciting news!

@Kittysw YAY CONGRATS!!!!! 🎉✨🥳 what wonderful news!! So happy for you lovely xx

Thank you so much @LiGigi @greenfrogs1 and @Chels139.

It has really made my weekend and I have no idea how people wait until 12 weeks to actually tell people. I want to tell everyone! This was month 2 TTC so we have been very lucky to have success so quickly. We have my grandad round for breakfast every Saturday morning and I just so wanted to tell him this morning.

Sorry didn’t mean to post that so early! I’ll start again lol! Hello ladies! Sorry I’ve been MIA for a while, I’ve had a lot of stuff going on and just needed a break from my phone.

@Kittysw A massive congratulations to you!! xx

@PineappleSun how did the scan go hun??xx

I am 10/11 dpo I think and have been testing past couple days on IC one strips and getting BFNs, however, last night I got a squinter within the timeframe but it seemed to disappear after 20 mins so I tried not to think too much of it. This morning I tested with FMU and I got another squinter but I think it is slightly darker! Can anyone see this?? This photo is unedited Xx

I can see it @JoannaRose. Can you get hold of any FRER tests and try one tomorrow? Fingers crossed for you! 🤞🏼✨

Definitely a line there @JoannaRose! 🤞🏻Keep testing and keep us posted!

Thank you ladies @BubblesNSnuggles and @greenfrogs1 I just took a FRER on my 2nd wee..wanted to hold on until later or tomorrow but it seems I have terrible patience and look!! Am i dreaming? Is this real?! Xxx

That's definitely a BFP! Huge congratulations @JoannaRose! So thrilled for you!