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When should I test?

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Redstar2015 · 18/08/2022 06:03

Need help trying to figure out when to test as this month I decided to do less tracking to take off some pressure. My period started around 23 July and the months I have tracked (with OPKs) I would always get a positive around CD14. Normally a 29 day cycle but longest tracked cycle is 31 days. I think I'll be due this Sunday, but again that could vary and I don't really know which dpo I am for sure, and to make it harder to guess I had a lot of brown spotting (like a light period) the day before my regular flow which is unusual so I'm not even 100% on if I've counted cd1 correctly.

This is TTC cycle 4 and I want to be good about waiting as I'm sick of BFNs from testing too early, but at the same time I am getting tired of waiting. Only have a CB digi left and determined not to buy any new tests so need this one to count.

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Batbatbatty · 18/08/2022 06:21

I would just test on the last day of the (until now) longest cycle, so for you CD31, if AF hasn't shown up.

Jsh125 · 18/08/2022 23:32

My last period started on 23rd July too & I got a positive test yesterday, my cycle is around 26 days but usually ovulate about day 14. You might get a positive test now if you are pregnant but if you're not really sure on your cycle I'd wait until the weekend at least & you should get a more clear answer.
When non pregnant I get a small amount of spotting for a few days before my period & usually count day 1 as the first day I need to use a pad or anything like that.

Redstar2015 · 19/08/2022 05:23

@Batbatbatty , that's the sensible thing to do, isn't it, but I always struggle with the tww. This is the first time I managed to hold off on testing.

@Jsh125 , Congrats on your bfp! I'm out anyway as period just started today. It's light but blood looks fresh when I wipe so I'm certain it will be in full swing by the end of the day. I'm not sure which is more disappointing now, a negative test or AF arriving. 😥

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