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Clomid and twins

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onemonth · 03/08/2023 18:37

Hi,

New to this forum. I'm hoping for some guidance about Clomid and the possibility of conceiving twins.

I've had issues with fertility for over 5 years, just been diagnosed with a medical condition that can't be treated effectively while pregnant due to the nature of my condition.

My first pregnancy was high risk and needed hospitalisation 3 times.

The consultant warned me about the possibility of conceiving twins. I expressed, with my personal medical situation, I would not have an issue having twins and possibly prefer if I could have twins and then I'm done with pregnancies. (Don't worry I've done all the reading on risks and am not taking anything lightly)

Considering my consultant didn't express concerns with my preference of having twins (as long as it's not more than two in his opinion), I would like to ask if anyone has ever tried to conceive twins on Clomid? And what days you took it. I've been told day 2-6, and then scan to see follicle size etc.

Also, my partner is fully aware of this and onboard, as the thought of me going through pregnancy multiple times worries him too.

Any guidance/advice would be appreciated.

Thanks xx

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MoonlightDreamer · 03/08/2023 18:47

@onemonth ah wishful thinking. I would love a twin pregnancy . I'm on cycle 3 but each time I've only ever produced one follicle . I'm taking 50mg days 3-7

ChoresSuck · 03/08/2023 18:50

I had to take Covid. I fell pregnant on the second round with twins.

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onemonth · 03/08/2023 18:53

MoonlightDreamer · 03/08/2023 18:47

@onemonth ah wishful thinking. I would love a twin pregnancy . I'm on cycle 3 but each time I've only ever produced one follicle . I'm taking 50mg days 3-7

I know.. I'm at the age where I can't wait around too long and let my condition deteriorate. I hope you get the news you wish for soon.

What's the max size of your follicles?

They've said they will do one scan on day 12 and if, only one/two follicles are dominant, I can ttc this cycle, If more, they may do more scans on day 14/15 (I think)

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onemonth · 03/08/2023 18:54

ChoresSuck · 03/08/2023 18:50

I had to take Covid. I fell pregnant on the second round with twins.

What days did you take yours?

I'm told to take 50mg day 2-6

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ChoresSuck · 03/08/2023 19:00

To be honest it was 9 years ago. I think I was told the same as you and the same dose. I also fell pregnant again naturally I year after my first was born. I'd kept my Clomid for a second time but there was no need.

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onemonth · 03/08/2023 19:02

ChoresSuck · 03/08/2023 19:00

To be honest it was 9 years ago. I think I was told the same as you and the same dose. I also fell pregnant again naturally I year after my first was born. I'd kept my Clomid for a second time but there was no need.

Ah okay. Thanks.

Did they do scans for you?

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Huriya · 03/08/2023 19:24

Hiya, im currently on clomid 50mg days 3-7. Im on day 4 today so tomorrrow will be last day. Fingers crossed I conceive this month. Im greatful if I conceive the one baby but im not going to lie I would absolutely love to have twins!!
Clomid increases your chances of ovulating and also hyperovulating so it does increase the chances slightly of having multiples.

ChoresSuck · 03/08/2023 23:27

I had no scans. I had to have blood test at day 21 and I called up for my results every month as it was clearly working. The first scan was around 12 weeks as standard.

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onemonth · 04/08/2023 00:21

Huriya · 03/08/2023 19:24

Hiya, im currently on clomid 50mg days 3-7. Im on day 4 today so tomorrrow will be last day. Fingers crossed I conceive this month. Im greatful if I conceive the one baby but im not going to lie I would absolutely love to have twins!!
Clomid increases your chances of ovulating and also hyperovulating so it does increase the chances slightly of having multiples.

Hey,

Is it your first cycle? I'm cd2 today so excited and nervous to start the Clomid journey. Are you getting many side effects?

Good luck btw, hope you have your bundle of joy soon xx

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onemonth · 04/08/2023 00:24

ChoresSuck · 03/08/2023 23:27

I had no scans. I had to have blood test at day 21 and I called up for my results every month as it was clearly working. The first scan was around 12 weeks as standard.

Ah okay, my day 5 and day 21 bloods show normal. They think I may LUFs, due to some Perscription medicines used long term to control my condition, may be that's why they're offering the extra scans

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MoonlightDreamer · 04/08/2023 00:55

I was never told what size my follicles were and nhs only offered me one scan on my first cycle. They couldn't see a follicle large enough on my first round and more or less told me to judge it myself based on my bloods. Bloods came back that I did ovulate that cycle and because they couldnt see multiple follicles growing , i wasnt at risk so after that they were just happy to let me go off and complete my course without any further monitoring.

Second cycle , I had a scan done through my appointment at fertility clinic. I mentioned I'd had a positive opk that morning and he offered to scan me there and then. He was able to see a follicle but he did say it looked a bit abnormal.

On my third round I've had absolutely no scan. I paid for a private blood test and it came back that I hadn't ovulated as it was under 30nmol/L however I've had a distinct tempt rise so I'm assuming I did ovulate. I guess I'll see in a day or two as AF is due this weekend.

Huriya · 04/08/2023 08:56

@onemonth Hiya, yes it is my first cycle currently on CD7 and todays the last dose of clomid then just waiting to do OPKs.
I havent had any symptoms so far tbh i have been pretty good. The first 2 days I got the slightest headache but nothing major. Deffo didnt need pain relief for it.

How you getting on? Its nice to have someone on a similar cycle and clomid too. Fingers crossed we get our Clomid babies 🤞💖

KJ00 · 04/08/2023 11:44

Is there any difference really in the days you take clomid ? Like what's rhe difference between days 2-6 or 3-7 ? Would 2 to 6 have a better response ? Or does it matter . I'm on 3 to 6 and ovulating but not getting pregnant

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onemonth · 04/08/2023 19:42

@Huriya I'm on cd3, starting today. Feeling a bit nervous.

Yeah please let me know if you wanna connect on WhatsApp, would love join a group or individuals who are in the same boat. 💕💕

Have you got follicle scans arranged?

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onemonth · 04/08/2023 19:45

@KJ00 I think the later days are to mature the 1 or 2 follicles already developed enough, whereas earlier days are to trigger growth in general (I could be wrong)

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onemonth · 04/08/2023 19:49

@MoonlightDreamer it seems strange that they would do it for one cycle and not for the others.

Hoping you get the good news soon, would love to hear how you get on xx

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Huriya · 05/08/2023 12:03

onemonth · 04/08/2023 19:42

@Huriya I'm on cd3, starting today. Feeling a bit nervous.

Yeah please let me know if you wanna connect on WhatsApp, would love join a group or individuals who are in the same boat. 💕💕

Have you got follicle scans arranged?

I havent got any follicles arranged. I do ovulate and everythings fine so really just taking them so I can fall pregnant as I havent been able to on my own yet.
I dont mind being added on to a whatsapp group. Feel free to PM me and il send across my no x

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onemonth · 05/08/2023 12:08

@Huriya ah okay, my bloods show everything's fine too. It's just strange how the nature works 😔

I have no idea how to pm on this app, please pm me if you can and we can exchange details xx

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Huriya · 07/08/2023 16:18

@onemonth Il PM you now :)

How you getting along with clomid? Has youe course for this cycle finished now?
Im just waiting for ovulation now 🙂

MoonlightDreamer · 07/08/2023 16:27

@onemonth I guess thats just how my local nhs work. Tracking scan is only for one cycle then your own your own.
AF arrived or me yesterday evening :(
Onto a new cycle. Switched up my days this month and took my first pill today cd2 instead of tomorrow

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onemonth · 08/08/2023 08:50

Huriya · 07/08/2023 16:18

@onemonth Il PM you now :)

How you getting along with clomid? Has youe course for this cycle finished now?
Im just waiting for ovulation now 🙂

Thanks,

Taking my last tablet today. I've had a really bad headache since yesterday evening. But hoping it'll clear after tomorrow.

So excited for you Blush what day do you ovulate? I think I ovulate early (CD 12) xx

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onemonth · 08/08/2023 08:54

@MoonlightDreamer I'm sorry :( I hope your next cycles goes exactly how you want it to go :)

I'm thinking about arranging a private scan if the nhs don't do it for more than one cycles. I think it's around £150-£200, but I'll probably only do it once each cycle - possibly the day before I ovulate.

Really hoping I conceive this month 🤞

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Huriya · 08/08/2023 12:06

@onemonth I usually ovulate around CD16/CD17. Im checking my OPKs though. I think ive entered my 5 day fertile window today.
How often are you planning on Baby dancing? Were sticking to every other day and then once i get a peak them 3 days to do it daily. So the day before, the day of ovulation and the day after. But wel see how it goes.

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onemonth · 08/08/2023 14:12

@Huriya ah okay, my ovulation peak is CD11 so I most likely ovulate on CD 12.

I'm also trying to sway the gender and this could be my last pregnancy due to unrelated health problems, so I'm planning to follow the shuttles method for baby dance.

If I wasn't trying to sway, we'll prob baby dance a few times a day on the given days with shettles method.

My ovulation day is this Sunday. When is yours? I'm so excited and nervous, doing OPKs three times a day lol. I have the follicle scan arranged for Saturday (privately) as NHS couldn't get me in, in time.

I don't know how to check PMs on here, would love to talk on a more consistent basis on WhatsApp as it seems we're both ovulating similar days x

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Huriya · 08/08/2023 14:39

onemonth · 08/08/2023 14:12

@Huriya ah okay, my ovulation peak is CD11 so I most likely ovulate on CD 12.

I'm also trying to sway the gender and this could be my last pregnancy due to unrelated health problems, so I'm planning to follow the shuttles method for baby dance.

If I wasn't trying to sway, we'll prob baby dance a few times a day on the given days with shettles method.

My ovulation day is this Sunday. When is yours? I'm so excited and nervous, doing OPKs three times a day lol. I have the follicle scan arranged for Saturday (privately) as NHS couldn't get me in, in time.

I don't know how to check PMs on here, would love to talk on a more consistent basis on WhatsApp as it seems we're both ovulating similar days x

I ovulate around CD16/17 which is around Sat/Sun for me so our ovulation falls pretty much on the same day 😁.. we might have clomid babies together!!
How can you sway the gender? Could you explain the shuttles method for me please.

I have sent you a PM. You should have a notification x

Also would be nice to kniw wgere youre from x
Im from Birmingham :)