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Clomid anyone else?

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wantingabud · 23/09/2016 13:59

I'm on 2nd cycle of clomid (50mg CD2-6) and am on CD7 now - anyone else out there the same?!

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Figroller · 12/01/2017 16:54

Oh gosh Footy what a shock. I wondered where you had got to. I hope you can work it out, it sounds like you want to.

MmmMalbec · 13/01/2017 08:32

Wow Footy what a horrible Christmas you've had. I really hope everything works out for you. Thank you for your comment, my scan on Monday was fine and the bleeding has stopped for now. I'm now 7+5 so still early days but things look to be progressing.

Hope for some more BFPs soon Smile

Guddi17 · 13/01/2017 14:21

Hi I am on clomid 1st cycle. Started on 16th December. Since then haven't had my periods.
No sign of pregnancy.
Wondering is clomid delays period?
Anyone with same issues.

Guddi17 · 13/01/2017 14:23

New in this group

Figroller · 13/01/2017 18:16

Glad your scan went well Malbec.

Clomid has never delayed my period Guddi. Are you normally regular?

We haven't done very well with dtd this month at all. Only did cd 7 and 11. Had positive opk cd 11. Need to try and do tonight but dh is out late.

doomkittycleo · 13/01/2017 20:29

Hi all, I'm currently at CD5 on third cycle of clomid.

Footy, hope things are a little better and that you and your DP have had a good chat.

TTC puts such a strain on your relationship doesn't it.

My DP and I had a few crossed words the other day too and it was mostly down to me telling him that if I can't conceive that I feel as though life isn't worth living.

We've had a chat and I'm feeling ok now, it's just with being due to turn 30 soon, I am going through what I can only describe as an identity crisis. I'm reevaluating everything, my career, my life choices etc.

I think many of us, me included plan our lives around what we hope to achieve and can't see any alternative.

I guess I need to change my way of thinking so that if it doesn't happen, that I will be able to cope. Not sure how to do that yet, but at least I'm trying.

Guddi17 · 13/01/2017 20:32

Hi Figroller,

No they are not regular, but happens in between 21-35 days most of the time throughout the year.
I have been diagnosed with PCOS.
Thank for your reply

doomkittycleo · 13/01/2017 22:43

Has anyone else noticed they have clearer skin on Clomid btw? Ever since coming off bc to TTC ive had awful cystic acne, particularly before I expect to ovulate, but this week it's suddenly cleared up and looks great.

The only thing that's different is the clomid. I haven't changed my face wash, moisturiser or makeup at all.

Really weird.

Footy1 · 14/01/2017 14:29

Thanks ladies.

Doom, I think that's half my problem is that my mood shifts each cycle depending on dtd/and when dreaded AF arrives. He's having a midlife crisis I can only think, as he just wanted space away from us to get his head straight. He did say hurtful words which I'm struggling to forget but has agreed to work through the issues.
Yesterday AF arrived cd1 for me so have a new cycle to focus on.

Will start the clomid today cd2, and see how month plans out.
Didnt notice anything with skin, however my boobs def shrunk the cycle I didn't take it. Had no pains in 2ww last cycle when I didn't take clomid.

KP86 · 15/01/2017 19:20

Doomkitty, my skin has felt more oily and prone to breakouts in the 2ww on Clomid, not clearer! Lucky you :)

I'm on CD18 or 19 and I'm starting to get darker OPKs. We've been practicing (lol) for the past 10 or so days, but not everyday. I have longer cycles, so I'm expecting to ovulate in the next few days. So many fingers crossed.

Good luck everyone.

doomkittycleo · 17/01/2017 11:12

Had my review. They are referring me for IVF Confused.

accidentalgrownup · 17/01/2017 11:38

That's good news isn't it doom? Have you got any more rounds of clomid whilst you wait?
How did your OH take it? X

Wojcik1990 · 17/01/2017 12:17

hi all, I'm on my first clomid cycle currently day 14. I feel quite confused and overwhelmed by it all. I already have one little boy but after some surgery we now need help ttc again. I had the provera first (which turned me into a total physco) and then took 50mg of clomid day 2-6. feeling so anxious I'm not doing it right. Don't know what I should be doing now (obviously apart from regular sex). I feel I should be doing more or more should be happening. would be very grateful of any advice, words of wisdom or just helpful tips :))) good luck everyone xx

Wojcik1990 · 17/01/2017 12:17

hi all, I'm on my first clomid cycle currently day 14. I feel quite confused and overwhelmed by it all. I already have one little boy but after some surgery we now need help ttc again. I had the provera first (which turned me into a total physco) and then took 50mg of clomid day 2-6. feeling so anxious I'm not doing it right. Don't know what I should be doing now (obviously apart from regular sex). I feel I should be doing more or more should be happening. would be very grateful of any advice, words of wisdom or just helpful tips :))) good luck everyone xx

doomkittycleo · 17/01/2017 12:21

This cycle is a clomid cycle, but no more left after this. DP wasn't there so I have briefly told him over the phone, but we've not had a proper chat about it yet.

When you look at what is involved it is pretty scary.

Footy1 · 17/01/2017 12:34

Doom fingers crossed you won't need any ivf. I got to this point with my first ds and just as I had my consultant appointment through I fell pregnant.

Hi wojcik everyone has seemed to have similar symptoms on clomid - hot flushes, cramps,night sweats, but u might be lucky and not get any. My first cycle I didn't have any symptoms. Do u know when u ovulate?

bummymummy77 · 17/01/2017 12:56

Sorry, had a hectic Christmas back in the UK so not been around.

Footy- how shit. I'm sorry.

Littlefox Flowers

Everything crossed for you Malbec.

I took my second dose last night, bit hot and sweaty but nothing too bad. I'm not expecting this to work if I'm honest, my basal has been all over the place and I suspect going in at 21cd will confirm I ha e low progesterone. I'm just getting the feeling now that I'm not going to have another.

Wojcik1990 · 17/01/2017 13:12

hi footy1 no I have no idea. Haven't had a period for 2 years due to a huge mass in my womb which I have now had removed. I just feel so lost with it all. don't know what I should be looking out for. just trying to have sex regular and eat healthy. have no idea what else to do. have been trying to use an opk but got stressed out with the whole thing. xx

bummymummy77 · 17/01/2017 13:14

Have you tried charting your basal temperature? I find that helps get a handle on what's happening.

bummymummy77 · 17/01/2017 13:15

Have you tried charting your basal temperature? I find that helps get a handle on what's happening.

And have you been paying attention to any mucous you get?

And have they done an ultrasound to check everything looks like it's ok?

Wojcik1990 · 17/01/2017 13:20

I was thinking of trying to track my temperature bummymummy. I have lso tried to check my mucus and positioning of my cervix but I find both difficult to tell. I am currently having some low abdo cramping so hoping that might be a sign xx

doomkittycleo · 18/01/2017 07:23

I'm really struggling ATM. DP seems to be in shock about the need for IVF. He's been all quiet and contemplating all night. It's worrying him that having a baby has been an obsession and has gotten in the way of me thinking about anything else. I think it's making him forget why we're doing it in the first place.

Does anyone have any advice on how to help him to come to terms with it or to reassure him that having a baby isn't going to become the only thing between us?

accidentalgrownup · 18/01/2017 22:12

Don't really have any advice doom but didn't want to read & run....

I think getting pregnant can be a bit of an obsession, certainly I think about it constantly, in bed, going to the loo. I'm always checking my app to see what day I'm on etc.

How would you feel about having a month off, no temping etc (if you do), DTD just when it takes your fancy not at the 'right' time, assuming you have to wait a while for your referral? Just concentrate on you two.

doomkittycleo · 18/01/2017 22:32

The Dr said it'll be 6 weeks for my first ivf appointment and I'm on CD10 today. Haven't BDd yet this month cus I've had a bad cold and sore chest from coughing too hard.

Feeling a little better physically, but DP is distant so unlikely to be in the mood to BD. I'll just give him some space and see what his mood is like over the weekend.

KP86 · 19/01/2017 09:40

As accidentalgrownup said, once you make the decision to have a baby, it is constantly on your mind somewhere. A bit like planning a wedding. No matter what it's always there! There's so much pressure, and I think most women really take that on. I know it's put pressure on our relationship as well.

At least you have more of an answer now, and six weeks isn't long to wait for an IVF referral.