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TTC December part 2

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Floralsandsmiles · 03/04/2023 21:34

@Angelselevenx @lottieb92 @Natty83 @AlleycatMarie @bringmearainbow @Mummyme87 @babydustthisyear @seasidegirll @Tryingtoconceivenumber2 @TunnocksTcake @Aussiemum888 @un7breakable @Mushroo @HannahLouD @MilkyAndFluffy @Cheetocat

I hope I have got you all, please add anyone I've missed and I'm sorry if I have! Xxxx

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Angelselevenx · 10/04/2023 08:22

@bringmearainbow omg!!!! Eeeeeeek 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

Daniki · 10/04/2023 08:22

@bringmearainbow there defo is 😍 happy days 🥳

@Floralsandsmiles thanks, iv just told myself I'm not pregnant and preparing for next cycle now 😂 really wanted a Christmas baby but January will be fine too 🤪

Daniki · 10/04/2023 08:23

@Mummyme87 I know I'm the same keep thinking I see a shadow and when I look under a bright light it's just stark white! 😅😩

bringmearainbow · 10/04/2023 08:28

@lottieb92 keep holding on mine yesterday had zilch! You've still got time. I was in a horrible funk yesterday

@Angelselevenx ❤️

@Daniki there's still time just keep going you got this. How many cycles post MC has it been?

Natty83 · 10/04/2023 08:31

@bringmearainbow omg yes there is! No squinting required! Congrats 💐🥳

Natty83 · 10/04/2023 08:32

@Daniki @Floralsandsmiles you're not out until AF sings. With my DS I didn't get my bfp until 16dpo, about 3 days past AF due, and he's 18 months now xx

Mummyme87 · 10/04/2023 08:48

@bringmearainbow ahhh there is a line!!! Congratulations

HannahLouD · 10/04/2023 08:56

So nice to see some more bfps since I've looked at this thread! 🥳🤍🤞

I'm 23dpo today (5+2)
Sore boobs went yesterday and haven't come back :( I do, however, feel so genuinely unwell. I've been so exhausted it's ridiculous. Not sure if it's just because it was my daughter's bday on Thursday and it's been non-stop since then!? Still not got a good feeling about this pregnancy... I've made it further than with my cp but I just feel something's not right.
Also, because I'm actually insane (I know this is so unhelpful and not helping with anxiety at all!) I've been continuing to test with my easy at home strips... They haven't progressed at all in like, 5 days (only reason today's looks darker is because it was only taken about 2 hours ago).
I don't know whether to book for an early scan at 6 weeks or if that's a really bad idea... x

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Daniki · 10/04/2023 09:14

Thanks ladies keep trying to be positive but get more down everyday although @bringmearainbow you have defo given me hope with your BFP today and nothing yest!

This is my 4th cycle post Mc and my period only went back to normal there on the last cycle. I think it's because I got pregnant so easily with those miscarriages! I left it 2 cycles after last one to give myself a rest but starting again in feb after seeing a consultant who gave me a script to start as soon as I get my BFP. Which is holding out on me 😂

Daniki · 10/04/2023 09:41

@HannahLouD also I meant to say, I wouldn't worry about the profession as there is only so dark they can go. Your HCG levels would be quite high now so there wouldn't be any point in testing to check progression as you'll drive yourself mad.
Try and relax and see if you can get yourself booked in for an early scan, some places can do it at 6 weeks 🥰 x

Mummyme87 · 10/04/2023 10:08

@HannahLouD not that you should be testing for progression but if you compare 19dpo and. 21dpo there’s definitely progression. As PP said they only go so dark. I would definitely book an early scan for 6weeks if possible although likely won’t be a heartbeat but it may reassure you that it all looks good for this stage

Seasidegirll · 10/04/2023 10:23

@bringmearainbow eeeekk, there is definitely a line there!! How exciting 🥰

lottieb92 · 10/04/2023 10:53

@bringmearainbow that’s so kind of you thank you, I had a little cry, but had Pilates this morning, a dog walk now and my nephews 2nd birthday later. Keeping distracted enough.

Hope you’re loving the bubble!! Xxxxx

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Floralsandsmiles · 10/04/2023 10:55

bringmearainbow · 10/04/2023 08:11

10dpo there's a faint pink line 🙈

Aww @bringmearainbow ! So happy for you! Xxx

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Floralsandsmiles · 10/04/2023 10:56

Daniki · 10/04/2023 08:22

@bringmearainbow there defo is 😍 happy days 🥳

@Floralsandsmiles thanks, iv just told myself I'm not pregnant and preparing for next cycle now 😂 really wanted a Christmas baby but January will be fine too 🤪

Same @Daniki , same xxx

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Mummyme87 · 10/04/2023 10:59

I’ve just had a huge big cry 😢 I’m so fed up of all this. 18 bloody months and nothing yet. I know I should be grateful for the two children I have but I so desperately want a 3rd. I suspect this hormonal outburst is because AF will be here this week which makes me so bloody angry. But on we plod

HannahLouD · 10/04/2023 11:02

Thanks girls... I know I shouldn't be testing anymore, and I know I shouldn't be testing for line progression, but that's how I knew last time that things were going wrong (lines stalled for days and then eventually faded) so I feel like if I see that pattern again, at least I can prepare myself. Sounds silly, I know.
That paired with my now lack of symptoms this time, I'm not feeling very confident again. I think I'd rather assume the worst and then just be happy if it did turn out ok.
I think if I make it to the weekend, I'll think about an early scan... Just scared to spend £80 for it to be inconclusive, or worse, to be told bad news. Seems a crazy thing to put yourself through. Plus I know a heartbeat so early doesn't really mean all that much anyway...
Ugh. Wish I could stop worrying. This is torture 😩x

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Floralsandsmiles · 10/04/2023 11:03

Mummyme87 · 10/04/2023 10:59

I’ve just had a huge big cry 😢 I’m so fed up of all this. 18 bloody months and nothing yet. I know I should be grateful for the two children I have but I so desperately want a 3rd. I suspect this hormonal outburst is because AF will be here this week which makes me so bloody angry. But on we plod

I feel you @Mummyme87 , I really do. Just providing a hand hold. I'm here for you. I hope you get your miracle soon, to add to your beautiful other two. Sending hugs xxx

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Daniki · 10/04/2023 11:04

@Mummyme87 the cry was probably cathartic though! I'm also very emotional so I'd say it is AF. On we go and we hope for the best for next month 🙏

HannahLouD · 10/04/2023 11:05

Sorry for being so insensitive to all those struggling at the moment... x

Daniki · 10/04/2023 11:06

@HannahLouD completely understand, have been there also and it's absolutely horrible. The anxiety is awful, and frustrating that other people don't understand the anxiety you have after a miscarriage. If I got pregnant again I'd love to be put in a coma and woken up when baby is born 🫣 x

bringmearainbow · 10/04/2023 11:07

Thanks ladies ❤️ I've done a digital so it's actually official. I'm in a bit of a daze as I lost the last 2 but I'll ring the EPU and they will get me in for blood tests let's hope this one sticks around 🤞🏼

@HannahLouD I agree those tests will only go so dark. Personally I would try and hold on until 7 weeks for a scan you're much more likely to see the heartbeat than at 6 weeks which can be hit and miss and would cause you more worry that might not be necessary

@Daniki ahhh it's so hard when all your doing is waiting. I'm glad your cycle has gone back to normal now though that's good news. I even did one yesterday afternoon and there was nothing

@lottieb92 I was a mess yesterday felt so deflated and emotional a good cry def helps. That's good you have plenty to keep you busy that's the hardest bit I think sometimes finding stuff to distract you with whilst you wait

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Angelselevenx · 10/04/2023 11:09

@bringmearainbow I'm so happy for you, congratulations 🌈🤍

Daniki · 10/04/2023 11:14

@bringmearainbow delighted for you!! 🥰

Seasidegirll · 10/04/2023 11:59

I’m officially out for a Dec baby, my period started last night. Before I jump over to jan 24 thread (😱), I just wanted to wish everyone who’s had their BFP a really healthy and happy pregnancy and to those of you still waiting to test, I have everything crossed for you all 🤞🏻❤️

I just have a quick question, I’ve ordered a thermometer to track my BBT and I’m unsure on when I should be testing. I’m pretty awful in the mornings, I usually snooze my alarm for about half an hour before I actually get up, should I be test the second my alarm goes off or is it ok to test when I finally fully wake up? Thanks guys x