First time TTC

[Caz92]

Heyy!!
I'll try my best to keep this short haha no promises.
Me and my partner have been together 8 years and want to start trying. I'm 32 years old Now even though we were never actively trying before, we definitely were not careful and I never used contraception (apart from copper coil that got removed in 2020) I have never ended up pregnant but of course it worries me a little but I'm trying to be hopefully and tell myself it might not happen quickly. I have been taking Pregnacare conception tablets and of course, giving up my vape and making healthier choices.

Im currently on day 4 of my cycle so starting the whole tracking ovulation and what not soon 🤭
Just wanted to post and see if anyone else is starting out and wants to join in and support. I'm gonna try my best to not do any testing until around 12dpo or close to when my period is due 😬

Wishing you all the best 🥰

@HennyPenny27
I used to just estimate ovulation with cycle trackers on my phone when I was avoiding pregnancy but my SIL got pregnant this way hahaha she keeps asking us when we will have a baby. She thinks it will be nice to have kids close in age growing up together.
Thanks for your kind words. I have one of those breathing necklaces with a menthol flavour which actually helps. I have nicotine gum too if things get really hard but I'm using it less and less.
I have tons of cheapies to use but I'll probs buy a few expensive ones to have aside 😅
At least now if I don't conceive this month I have a rough Idea on what I need to do. I heard people using the period cup after the bd to keep the swimmers in there lol

@Caz92 Ah I hadn’t heard of those breathing necklaces before! That’s a great idea to still give yourself some familiar actions whilst you quit.
Yeah there are lots of diff things to try. I used the cup this month, if needed I may try it with conception lube next month. But obvs hoping for a BFP!
Hood you’re feeling a bit better and a bit lighter today? X

@HennyPenny27
I might give it a go! I have been taking Pregnacare vitabiotics the before conception. They have made my cycles 30 days the fast few months. I am feeling much better today took a trip to IKEA for something to so. How are you getting on?

@Caz92
Nice, I’m taking Vitabiotics before Conception Pregnacare too and some vit D. It’s extended my periods by 1 day (now 29 days) I’m not too worried as an extra day in the luteal phase is better than having too short a menstrual cycle, and I’m not sure when I ovulate. I know it doesn’t agree with everyone, so if it becomes problematic I’ll likely switch to vit D and folic acid. I also eat a portion of liver once a week and some leafy greens and nuts daily in an effort to try to source folate and other good vitamins from my diet. It’s a work in progress 😝!
Glad to read you’re feeling much better and I love a good trip round IKEA, can be quite a zen experience when it’s not too crowded - lots for the eyes and taste buds 😂
I’m good in general, just managing some family drama atm and trying to keep stress levels down 😮‍💨
Will likely test at theme of the week, so that’s something to look forward to!
Are you planning to test today/tomorrow still?

Sending good vibes to everyone in the TWW atm x Fingers crossed for a sticky bean 🫘 for all x

Hello, I am 33 and just started TTC. Currently 3 dpo of first month trying. I've been doing the clear blue ovulation tests and using the Flo app. Also never been pregnant by accident.

@HennyPenny27
Funny you say that they have made my cycle 30 days now but sometimes I can be 30 days or 26 or 29 it's just random haha. I did take a test this morning and it was negative but I expected it as I'm only around 7/8 dpo my lh is looking a but light but my pdg is getting lighter which hopefully means my progesterone is rising. I Think next cycle I'm gonna do the tempature thing instead of spending a fortune on progesterone tests lol.

Hahaha yeah I love seeing the different layouts of kitchens (I know it's weird hahaha) going on a walk with a few friends today, I'm getting lots of cramping but I get that all the time really.
I hope things are OK just now. I know it's easier said than done to not stress but I hope things get better xxx

@ginandlemonade23
Heyyy aww I'm rooting for everyone on here 🤞🤞 it's nice chatting to folk going through the same. Especially that TTW it's brutal hahaha! Where are you on your cycle? I got a peak around CD16 but we only BD cd15 and cd17 m. Currently around 7 or 8dpo. I'm going for a walk with some friends to try take my mind of it.

I normally order tests on amazon but need to be careful as I let my partners parents use my prime for TV shows and ordering hahaha I'm scared they will see all my pregnancy test orders and start asking questions hahaha! My SIL is due her baby soon so I'm looking forward to becoming an Aunty!

@ginandlemonade23 sorry just seen your are 3 dpo haha totally misread it 🤣

@Caz92Yep 3 dpo today going by the Flo app... I have found it to be quite accurate although my
cycle changed randomly in May to a 32 day cycle and same for June when it was previously v consistent at 28 days!

the TTW is going to be tough! We BD every day from 4 days before ovulation day plus ovulation day but might just do 3 days before next month.

Those vitals look promising :) and as you say it’s still early days. As you’ve broken the testing seal are you tempted to test today?
Hope BBT works well for you, I recommend you get a decent thermometer (to two decimal places) as I was measuring BBT before TTC and had a cheap thermometer that I found out too late gave lots of different readings in the space of a minute. I think there’s a suggestion to acclimatise them in some way before taking the reading, but that early in the morning I just wanted to shove it in my gob, get the read and go back to sleep!
I’m curious to try the LH if I go onto the next cycle as I’m really curious about when I ovulate. I’ve been tracking CM and cervical positioning and am curious to know how long after EWCM and a high cervix that the lil egg comes along.
I hope you had a lovely walk yesterday with friends and thank you things are better today xxx

Hi @ginandlemonade23hope TWW isn’t too excruciating so far! Have you got any big things or fun things in the diary over the next week? Distractions are really helpful x
This is my first month of officially TTC, last month my partner and I just stopped being careful with contraception, so not sure we hit the right windows and I as super curious about all the info available. It’s a bit overwhelming at first. Some good podcasts too which I found helpful in the TWW just as a way to distract or feel like I’m in some control (which I’m not 😂)

Hi I hope you don't mind me joining in :)

I'm 32, TTC for the first time. Similar to you, there were times when I wasn't carful and I am actually shocked how I didn't get pregnant 🤨 by tracking my ovulation I did learn tho, embarrassingly, that the window to get pregnant is quite small so perhaps it was just stupid luck?

I'm on cycle 3 now, actively trying and kinda tracking my ovulation since May. I think I kept missing the peak so so far nothing, not even a false alarm... This month I think we timed it perfectly based on the ovulation test temp check and my observation of mucus - my dreaded 2 week wait started 🫣 although I'm trying to be cool about - using reverse psychology on myself believing it won't happen 😂

Im 9dpo today. I did take a premom strip this morning but looks pretty negative to me. I mean it's still early but judging by the types of cramps I have I think she's on her way 🤣 Im not too disappointed though as I am thinking of it as a way to figure out when I ovulate and how long my Luteal phase is. I can track a bit better next cycle 💕

@HennyPenny27it's my birthday soon and I've got a bbq with some friends coming up near the end of the TWW :) other than that not much! When's your next window to try?

I know i feel like I've learned so much about my cycle by TTC, I've been pretty ignorant about ovulation etc up until now and how small the window is each month 😂

@Caz92its still early...fingers crossed for you but as you say its good to help you track for next month if not :)

I was cheeky and bought a boots early test. They don't seem to do first response anymore in the UK. Haven't taken it yet though. My skin is horrendous just now. Just gets worse and worse. I really took my clear skin days in my 20s for granted lol

@ProfessionalOverthinker1Welcome! Yes I was surprised at how small the window to conceive is too - after being scared rigid since age 12 of all unprotected interactions. It’s wild.
I had also been tracking my cervical positioning and EWCM to get familiar with my body.

@Caz92You’re not out until AF taps on the door and it sounds like you’re doing all the right things to track your cycle.

@ginandlemonade23BBQ w friends sounds lovely - and Happy Birthday to you when it comes xxx

To update - I’ve gotten a BFP this morning 😲🥰. In shock but will continue to test until AF due on Sunday! I’m about 12-14DPO (tracked cervical positioning and EWCM, so not super sure of DPO. Decided to test as had extreme fatigue yesterday - could not bear to stand up or eat!

I used the Fertililly conception cup this cycle, so that may have helped and also had liver once a week 😂 which is a treat for me, although I know not everyone likes offal

Ohhh my godddddd 💖💖💖💖
Big congratulations to you!! That's a good line! I bet your in shock haha but I'm so happy for you! I love seeing everyone get their bfp. Take care of yourself! Xxx

That’s brilliant news! Congratulations! I’m in a bit of a pickle today, I’m a midwife and I was reading about the position of your cervix and ovulation etc so I thought I would have a feel of my cervix to see where it was 😂anyway I felt a small maybe pea sized lump on my cervix, I managed to get a GP appt this morning and she thinks it’s just a cyst or polyp and nothing to worry about. She’s doing me a gynae referral to be on the safe side. I know it’s most likely nothing but can’t help but worry and also not sure whether we keep trying until I get the appt.
Sorry to bring a downer!

Yay congratulations 🥳 that's a very positive line right there xx

Better safe than sorry! I actually have little bumps too. I have my last cervical screening over 5 years ago. I haven't had any reminder to be fair. I probably should make an appointment myself. I hope everything's all good! 🤞🤞 personally I would maybe wait to see what the gyno says. Apparently cysts and poylps are quite common.

@HennyPenny27congratulations!!! Sorry if a stupid question but why will you keep testing until Sunday?

Thanks Ladies, it is a surprise and a joy - had felt insecure about my age (38). Will now continue to focus on exercise and nutrition and pray for a sticky bean. Believing and praying for sticky beans for you all very shortly ❤️

@ginandlemonade23Not a stupid question at all - I deffo will! Tested again today and will do a digital test on Sunday, then ring GP on Monday.

I think it’s really good that you have acted so quickly after spotting something@kw1091. It very likely could be nothing, so I would keep trying only if it feels right - It sounds like from what your GP has said that it really could be nothing 🤞so you could keep trying x I really hope the referral apt comes quickly for you and yields answers x