4dp5dt - negative, is there any hope?

[Superstorefan123]

I know, I know 4dp5dt is super early to test but I’ve seen so many people with positives at this stage I’m really losing hope :(

Any success stories of testing negative at 4dp5dt and then going on to get a BFP?

You havent seen "so many people" with positives at 4dpt.

It is DEFINITELY too early. up to 9dpt there is hope.

I tested on 4dp5dt and it was definitely negative. No sign of a line at all. Currently 18 weeks pregnant from that transfer.

@Superstorefan123 I've had three BFPs from three transfers (unfortunately two were miscarriage) but tested on 4dp with all of them, earliest I got a positive was 5dp. I can't believe you see many positives that early!! Fingers crossed for a positive soon 🤞

Thank you all for talking some sense into yesterday! I tested again this morning with a much calmer mindset and got my BFP! Unfortunately this is my 4th pregnancy (all unsuccessful) so trying not to get too ahead of myself, but for today - I am pregnant!

@Superstorefan123 Congratulations! Pregnancy after loss is so tough, but you're right, today you are pregnant, and that's all you can wish for today 😊

@Superstorefan123 I did the same on sat and was devastated BUT got a positive today at 7dp5dt!! Cried my eyes out. Congratulations 👏 🎊 my otd is sat. But will probably test again on Thursday.

Hi everyone, I’m in the same headspace as the OP was so I’m glad I’ve found this thread. My hope and excitement has just drained today 4dp5dt. BFN and no symptoms at all.

I had a terrible cramp yesterday after going to the toilet. It radiated from front all the way round to my back. The nursing team have said it could’ve been a bowel cramp but I’ve never had this before and I’m terrified that I’ve done something to disrupt the embryo and the cramp was it being removed from my lining.

I’m also seeing lots of others on my cycle app say they had BFP at this stage. Just trying to hold out a few more days but feeling incredibly sad about it all

@Clarabelle10 I am 5dp5dt and got a BFN this morning, am also feeling really sad and down despite knowing it's early! So solidarity to you, when is your OTD?

I had a fresh transfer in January, and felt all kinds.of pains and twinges that felt like they could be implantation or anything. That transfer was a fail, and I made a point of being really aware of my body for weeks, and realised I day-to-day have so many random pains and cramps and twitches that usually you just ignore and forget. I'd think if your nurses are suggesting your cramps were bowel they probably are.

Really sorry you're feeling sad today, this process is no fun is it?

@Clarabelle10 sorry I meant to clarify, I really don't think you could have done anything to disrupt an embryo, so don't beat yourself up about it.

Hi @Bruceytwo thanks for the reassurance. It’s actually a lot more stressful and mentally draining than I had expected

Sorry to hear about your transfer in January.
I think I’ve been a bit naive hoping everything will go right first time!

My OTD is next Wednesday 3rd April. When is yours? Fingers crossed for us

I've been the same, jt's only natural to be optimistic and hopeful, I still thought this second transfer would work too despite trying to not think like that!

My OTD is Monday.

Fingers crossed for us too! Time is going very slowly.

Hey all, I’m 4dp5dt, bfn here, I know it’s early, but also feel like I’m out, I’m angry at myself for testing, but now will do it daily as just won’t be able to resist! I’m hoping for my bfp tomorrow, as my 2 ivf pregnancies I have had BFP on day 5 (one was twins resulting in miscarriage, 2nd was my 1 year old son)…. As hard as it is there is nothing for us to do other than sit and wait :-/ x

Hi @ExhaustedPigeon1988 I went through the same emotions on my 4dp5dt. I was upset and honestly just depressed all day. Fast forward to 6dp5dt and I’ve got a faint line! Also I’ve used the very sensitive early test from First Response. There is still time 💕

Thank you, yes what’s what I’ve used- nothing, but it’s always been day 5 previously, so praying for 2 lines tomorrow x

@ExhaustedPigeon1988 did you get your BFP?? I'm in the same position at 4dp5dt and feeling a bit sad but also knowing it's so early

Hey, my tests were negative 6dp5dt, was so sure I was out I stopped meds :-/ only to test the following day (had 1 test left- seemed stupid not to finish off right) and it was a clear positive…. My hCG has been low throughout the whole time, but I’m now nearly 10 weeks. Honestly, cliche I know, but don’t give up…. This is my 7th round, 3rd pregnancy, 1 miscarriage…. I have always had true results on day 5…. Except this time haha…. Honestly IVF is soooo hard, but hold in there for another 3-4 days…. I have everything crossed for you, sending loads of baby dust x

@ExhaustedPigeon1988 I'm so so pleased for you that it worked this time!! That's amazing!! Have you had any scans? Really hoping for a happy healthy pregnancy for you! Thanks so much for replying, you've given me hope that there are definitely a few days to go before giving up. This is our last embryo and won't be doing ivf again so our last shot

Yes, have had about 5 scans so far as have had bleeding and issues, but it all seems to be settling down atm. It’s soo so hard, but try do anything that makes you happy for the next couple of days, just to keep you busy. If you can, hold out til 7dpt before testing again. Thank you for your kind words, and let me know if you need to talk- this is always a hard journey x

Ah @ExhaustedPigeon1988 that sounds so hard, so sorry it's been a rocky start. I also had about 6 scans before the 12 week one due to bleeding throughout first tri with my son, I know the stress. Really hoping it all settles down for you and you have an easy rest of the pregnancy. I know I should wait a couple of days before testing again, not sure I'll be able to not test tmw though 😬 Thanks so much for the support!

Haha I was exactly the same, I have always tested from day 4, sometimes from day 3, everyday u til I’m sure I’m out lol. Drives me mad testing- drives me mad not testing. It’s such a hard time! X

@ExhaustedPigeon1988 Well I got the faintest line it's possible to get this morning, so now of course wondering if it's real and if it'll get darker!! I agree such a hard time!

Yay!!!! Any positive is positive…. It’s worked :) sooooo pleased for you x

Thank you!

Hey guys 4dp5dt, I tested and it was negative. Despite cramps and stabbing pains yesterday. My last pregnancy, I got a BFP on 4dp5dt after experiencing implantation pains and cramps 3do. So because of my last successful experience, I feel low and that I am out. I just feels extremely sad.

I had the same but got a positive 2 days later!!! Stay positive. I'm currently 3dp5dt today and fighting not to test early.