Cycle Day 1 - SMEP method?

[MummyStevensToBe]

Hi Mummies-to-be! Is anyone at a similar stage in their cycle and going to try the SMEP method this time? Would love to share the highs and lows of the journey together!

This is our second cycle, TTC baby #1, but first cycle I’m pretty sure we DTD around the wrong time / missed my ovulation day. Thought SMEP could give us a better chance!

[quote MummyStevensToBe]@EvelynSalt let's hope it goes quickly! What day are you planning on testing? It's so hard and also super cruel because I feel like so many of the symptoms are the same as if AF is coming. Keep us posted with how you're getting on![/quote]
I think I'll try and wait until the scheduled first day of AF. I'm a little worried that my dates are off as I tried an online calculator and it gave me a totally different ovulation date. But I went off the CB OBK which wasn't far off what the Glo app and Flo app had predicted to fingers crossed.

Hope you're getting on ok!

How’s everyone doing ? I’m confused! Had my peak with CB at CD15 last Saturday, and with IC the following morning, been testing with IC since; and today, I had an almost as dark as my peak at what’s predicted as 5DPO! (cd 21)! Now I’m not sure if we focused all our attention on last week (5 times in 7 days) when it wasn’t my actual peak! I’ll try and cover this positive to some extent, but DH is exhausted and dont think we’ll manage anywhere near as much as last time!

@mrsS21 I felt the same this morning, nothing major but slightly dizzy when showering this am before work, and then a little bit of a sucky feeling which passed after I ate!

Oh no @Peonies94!! Does that mean that this peak is your actual ovulation? Did you get any ewcm with the one last week? Hopefully dtd tonight will cover your bases :)

I’ve felt lousy all day, trying not to read anything into it as it’s so early.

@Peonies94 how long would your cycle usually be?

Ah that's frustrating @Peonies94 - like @mrsS21 if you DTD today you'll probably cover everything :) it's exhausting though isn't it?!

I FINALLY had my static smiley today! After 11 flashing! We DTD yesterday and going to again tonight 🤞and then maybe tomorrow as well? Do you think that sounds about right? I'm tired just thinking about it 😅😂

@mrsS21 yeah we covered tonight! My cycles very from around 35-55 days! Last months 44, month before 50, month before was 37!
@MummyStevensToBe have covered tonight so I’ll test again! I had the tiniest amount of EWCM last time, but nothing this time and no o pains either which i usually get!🤷‍♀️

@MummyStevensToBe is this your first time using CB? I had 11 flashy my first time!

@Peonies94 yes first time using CB - last cycle I just tracked BBT. Used both this time to try and be more accurate! So weird that the first time we both had 11! Here's hoping we've both done enough 🤞

@MummyStevensToBe I know, I was Googling like mad when mine kept coming up as flashing! I only had 2 the following month, so hopefully will be the same for you!

That’s great news @MummyStevensToBe!! Finally static smiley :) sounds like you’re covered for it with those days.

11 days flashing smiley is crazy, but it’s great you kept going to your peak.

Ah I'd say that's a relief @Mummystevenstobe
I love to see that static little smiley face!
I think you should find it gets used to your levels so next month you get far fewer flashy days

Thanks Ladies! Now to find something to occupy my thoughts now I don't have to do an OPK everyday 😂

A little worried we might not have DTD enough though - my app has predicted ovulation today based on CB results and BBT, but DH was so tired last night that we didn't DTD. We did on Friday and Saturday though - and will do today too so fingers crossed 🤞 then I'll be joining you guys in the TWW... help!!!

How is everyone getting on with their waiting games?

I'm currently 7 or 8 dpo and don't have any symptoms.
I really want this month to be the month and I'll be gutted if it isn't (which is ridiculous because I know the odds, and my periods still aren't 100% normal as I'm nursing my toddler).
It's only month 4 TTC and I'm getting fed up already.
On the plus side, I've promised myself if AF comes, I'm going to get a full head of highlights with a few pink streaks as a little "gift" to me!

@ExPatHereForAChat I’m 8-9 DPO so a day ahead, no symptoms either! Ah that’s a good idea, treating yourself with something nice! I know, I feel stupid saying I’m fed up as know people try way longer than me, and that it’s totally normal, but I feel the same!

Great idea @ExPatHereForAChat - it's tiring TTC so definitely make sure you reward yourself!

I know I will be exactly the same as you and @Peonies94 at that point in the cycle, but I think most people don't have early symptoms even if they are pregnant, so try not to worry too much - easier said than done, I know. X

I am also 8-9DPO. Feel like my boobs are a bit achey and I’m bloated but might just be imagining it. I’ve had loads of cramps but always do in the TWW regardless of the outcome! The waiting game is so hard.

Hiya ladies! All ok here…no symptoms at the moment, feeling good. I’m 7/8dpo at the moment, was tempted to test on Friday (a little birthday test!) but tempted to now just wait it out until AF does/doesn’t show…not sure I can face another negative.
@ExPatHereForAChat we’re on month 4 too! Had October off due to needing a scan, but been trying since July. Let’s hope it’s lucky month 4 for the both of us!

I think I'm 9dpo today and felt a bit queasy in the morning (which can be a normal PMS symptom for me anyway!).
Took a FRER and it was negative :(
Why do I keep throwing my money away like this?!

@ExPatHereForAChat aww, don't worry! 9DPO is soooo early, that negative means nothing. Still plenty of time! Maybe test this weekend?

@mrsS21 happy birthday for Friday! Let's hope You get your birthday wishes 💫

I'm 2DPO and I know I won't have any symptoms yet either way but I am EXHAUSTED - nothing new there though, and more than likely just catching up after all the pressure of the fertile week 😂

@Moonshine160 the waiting game is so tough, but not long left for you 🤞

@Mummystevenstobe I know you're right and I should wait until the weekend for sure. Whether or not I'll manage that, we shall see.
I currently have NO symptoms at all, not even my normal pre AF cramps which is a bit weird.
Currently preparing for DS's birthday party tomorrow which is a great distraction.

Just wondered how you are all getting on?

8DPO here and not feeling too much, even though I know it’s too soon. I’m really in two minds if this month is successful, with leading towards an unsuccessful month but we will see!

Got some internet cheapies, so might just test from tomorrow until AF which is due A week today

Thanks @Peonies94 ☺️ It’s today - we’ve had a lovely family day together so far. Was hoping testing tomorrow might give me more chance. But think I’m just going to wait and see if AF shows or not. Feeling pretty normal today, no symptoms. What will be will be now.
@Firsttimetrier think we’re on same dpo :) hope you’re doing ok!

@mrsS21 glad you’ve had a lovely day !