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LH tests, missed peak?

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ReadAllTheStuff · 01/11/2023 16:52

I'm trying to use the ovulation test strips and I think I missed my peak this month and trying to figure out when it was. Last month (first go) I caught the peak at CD 13. But this month I've been hovering at around 0.5 for a couple of days and now it's going down at CD 17. Did I miss my peak? Any way to guess when it was?
See attached picture for a clearer explanation.

LH tests, missed peak?
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Outliers · 01/11/2023 16:57

No one can know for certain but I'd suggest the best time to test yourself is the first thing in the morning to get a more accurate reading of where you're at.

Girlfolk · 01/11/2023 17:08

Hi OP, I would say that CD 15 looks highest but difficult to tell with the poor lighting in the pics. Best to use the flash so you have the same lighting on every strip.
Also you shouldn’t only test in the morning as I think PP is suggesting - unless they are saying to test in the morning and afternoon- which is what I would say. When you’re getting darker lines, test in the AM and PM.

ReadAllTheStuff · 02/11/2023 17:30

Hi thanks folks! Apparently I'm peaking today? I think it's very late but maybe my cycle this month is going to be longer than usual. I still haven't fixed the lighting issue as my phone flash won't work, but I hope you get the idea.

Edit: I test at my lunch break and after work, as those are the furthest apart times I can do within the 11am-6pm testing window the instructions recommend.

LH tests, missed peak?
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CatiaR · 03/11/2023 06:30

Yup that would be your peak, probably ovulating today! That’s not necessarily too late if your luteal phase is still long enough. Are your cycles regular? That’s a normal ovulation time for me actually was cd17 this cycle but have had cd24 before even but my cycles vary between 30-35 days currently and when ovulation is later for me then my luteal phase remains same length pushing AF back. Fingers crossed you catch the little egg

ReadAllTheStuff · 03/11/2023 06:44

Unfortunately I have a horrible cold now so it's unlikely so it's unlikely either of us will be up for romance today. We tried to push through yesterday but I felt so gross it wasn't happening. We did manage 3 days ago so there's a small chance, but it might have to write off this month :( I'll test if my period is late but it's not very regular 30-36 day cycle so I might wait to test at CD 36 if no AF, but not get my hopes up. Baby dust to you all xx

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