The Official TTC Thread!

[missjaxon]

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Hey Ladies - Things are still hectic for me until DH is 100% better, but it so good to see this thread having so much activity -even if I don't have time to keep up just yet ! I got a BFN yesterday but still having either very light AF or spotting, this morning my temp dropped significantly so I am sure AF is just getting ready.

Thinking of you all! Best of luck to those in the 2ww, I am keeping my fingers crossed for you! .

 

[dragonfly411]

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First - CD OMG your signature is HILARIOUS!!!!!!


So today in bio I found out WHY there are so many early miscarriages (including the many many that happen that women don't even catch b/c they aren't testing regularly), and I have to say, it was very interesting, and it made so much sense. To me it was fully a new understanding of what happens, and should I ever have an early miscarriage it will definitely help me to realize that it's not unusual, or anything that was done wrong. If any of you ladies are interested I'll be happy to share (not sure how many already know about it though).

 

[PumpkinPie]

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Hi DF - I would like to know.. I may already know it, but I'm always up for some learning

So - false alarm - AF hasn't started so far.
I just got home from my dr. appointment. She said that she doesn't think it's all because of my weight, but told me that there isn't really anything endocrinologically (is that actually a word?) wrong with me. However, she gave me a prescription of progesterone to start a withdrawal bleed so at least I can have another go at a cycle. And she's sending me for more bloodwork to check hormone levels again.

Feeling kind of sad - I haven't even really started this journey yet and already I'm overwhelmed and upset. I really admire all of you - I'm not sure I have the capcity for this! Plus - I'm going out this evening with a friend who just got pregnant her first try. Trying not to be too jealous, but it seriously isn't fair (I know, I know.. poor me ).

alright - whining over. I'm wishing you all much dust - you all deserve to get your BFPs pronto!

 

[moxie.moo]

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Howdy everyone. Happy Friday.

Ryan Claire: good luck with the IUI! I can't wait to hear how it goes.

DCG: dust dust dust times a million in this waiting game. I have everything crossed for you.

Dreamer: I am so impressed by your stamina! Holy moly! That's impressive. Good luck! We are in the same field; I'm clinical and undecided about career plans at this point. I have time though, which is both a blessing and a curse.

Pumpkin Pie: welcome and hopefully the doctor has some answers for you. I want to eat that profile picture. Delish.

Princess: welcome to you, too! I just got here myself. Here's hoping your stay is a quick one.

MissJaxon: I don't want to jinx, so I'll just say "hmmm...."

Steal: how are you holding up? Can I interest you in a glass of wine? Can you tell I'm trying to stay positive?

Gaby: I hope your fish are okay by now! Scary stuff. I love blue tangs. I've only seen them diving, but they're my favorite fish to see.

Bella: How are you and your husband adjusting to the layoff? I am happy you guys have a plan in place going forward. I also wanted to tell you that one of my best friends is adopted and has a sister who is her parents' biological child and they're 3 months apart, and they have SO MUCH FUN! They call themselves twins... Just saying... it could happen!

CDN: How are you doing? We need a BFP around here (see how useful that acronym list is?) so I'm crossing my fingers for you too. What's your usual LP? Thinking of you.

Dragonfly: are you a student? Jealous of your clockwork cycles at the moment--mine were similar until I apparently scared them off trying to make a baby! Maybe it'll be contagious and I'll catch them from you.

I'm sure I missed someone, so if I did, hi. How are you?

I'm hanging out and trying to stay chipper. I'm also trying to "relax" which of course is what my husband suggests. Um, I'm a type-A doctoral student raised by two anxious parents; I haven't fully relaxed since I was in utero. You know that; you've known me for 13 years. My older sister and her husband are trying now too (she updates me with all the dirty and clean details while we are more private) and seems to have great luck--with her first they were "not trying" that month. I would actually LOVE for her to get pregnant this month and follow close behind myself; my mom would have a baby to look forward to now, stop hinting, and then could shift her attention to my baby when it hopefully comes (preferably at the end of July... clearly I'm still working on the relaxing thing.) Cousins the same age would be SO fun, too...

 

[moxie.moo]

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PumpkinPie: I think a few "woe is me" moments are totally warranted, especially considering how overwhelming everything feels at first. I have them ALL the time and often feel like everyone is a one shot wonder except me. We have had 4 friends announce pregnancies in the last month... It's tough but hang in there knowing you're not alone. Hopefully you'll get some answers with the blood work and maybe your script will jump start the process a bit for you. Hugs.

 

[Ryan Claire]

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Pumpkin Pie - I just wanted to drop you a quick note saying hang in there. It's tough, particularly when you have issues even before you start trying. I had epic cycles after coming off BC (118 days, 69 days, etc). Each time the doctor ended them with provera, which brings on a period but does not change the fact your body is not producing the hormones necessary to cycle on its own. I was not ovulating and no amount of provera was going to "reset" my body, I need meds from the RE. I don't mean to be an alarmist - wait and see what happens, but don't hesitate to make an app. with an RE if things don't change in the next few months. Good luck and lots of hugs... definitely know how that pity party feels. We are entitled

I'll be back to reply to everyone else... But the IUI was fine, DH sperm was "excellent" and we are now impatiently waiting at 1dpiui... it's gonna be a long two weeks. Thanks for all the well wishes and support... it's really nice to have so many people rooting for you.

 

[princessplease]

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PP- I am sorry for all of your trouble before even trying. I'm sending much PG dust to your body. I hope the doc is able to provide you with answers.
Moxie- Welcome! I hope your stay is short too!
RC- MUCH MUCH MUCH implantation dust!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Test yesterday was BFN, which would be the day AF would be stopping by as per my pills, so I feel all sorts of crazy and confused with testing. No signs of AF (spotting, cramping, etc like I had before the pill). DH and I BD'd two days this week, and I stopped BC pills totally 2.5 weeks ago, so I'm hoping I'm one of those quickie ovulators and babymaking is going on right now!
I'm just so scared I'm going to be one of those women who have a hard time getting PG; like we spend so much time and effort preventing PG that when we want to, we can't. The most frustrating part is having absolutely no idea what my ovaries are doing I give you girls SO much credit!!!

 

[Bella_mezzo]

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Ryan TONS of dust for you!!!!!!!!!!!!

DC-How are things going for you lady?

Pumpkin, Moxie, et al--thanks so much for the well wishes. I had a mini melt-down yesterday morning which led to me creating a whole thread on here about being the sole wage earner but I am much better today. Period, sinus infection, DH's lay-off and a normal stressful day at work= . Today was much better...

On the adoption front things are moving along, tons and tons of paperwork, but we are slogging through it and seem to be on schedule to be done with the homestudy and paperwork before Christmas.

On the TTC front, CD 4 and AF is just wrapping things up. We'll see how DH and I feel in a week and a half....

Huge dust to everyone and bring on the BFPs!!!!!!!!!!

 

[princessplease]

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Bella I had to go back a while and read since I just came in, so I'm so so sorry I haven't sent you well wishes! I feel terrible in not doing so knowing how supportive the gals in here are
I'm sorry about DHs job but I am sending you tons of positive adoption vibes and BFP vibes. I lurked a while back and know it's been really hard for you guys so I'm sending lots of dust and positive vibes your way.

 

[charbie]

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Sooooo....things have been a bit slow and just down around here, so I thought id share what's making me happy about this whole process.

Since I've been on the pill, BDing just hasn't been as interesting to me. I'm never really in the mood.
I'm now off the pill since I want to regulate my cycle, and ill tell you what...DH can't keep his hands off me, (I'm probably O-1 right now) and I'm loving it! Ha! Horomones are raging...and awesome!

Haha...ok, just thought it was time for a laugh and pick me up. Now...time for some BFPs!

 

[modernsparkler]

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Princess: Welcome! Cycles after BC can be confusing, so hang in there. This site has TONS of knowledge and lots of support! Cycles are not always the typical 28 days they teach you in health class.

Punkin: Sorry about the feeling stressed. I hope your Dr is able to figure out what is going on and get your cycle back. It is TOTALLY ok to feel jealous at times and frustrated. This is a marathon for many . Hang in there!

RC: Glad the IUI went well. Lots of sticky dust.

DC: Hope you have a good weekend with DH. Any twinge analysis or are you saving your pee sticks?

CD: I agree with dreamer about your O day. Still, at 14 DPO I am thinking good thoughts for you!

Steal: I do hope you get your octopus soon! In the meantime, hope you are enjoying the margaritas and wine and new house paint!

Charbie: Love the happy thoughts Are you and DH being "careful" still or throwing caution to the wind! It seems so damn tempting with the hormones!!!

Bella: Thinking of you and DH. A career change to medicine is a long one but rewarding if that is what DH decides to do.

Miss J: Sorry about AF coming. Guess you will have a little time to continue to celebrate your new marriage. Speaking of, I need to pictures!

 

[Dreamer_D]

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Princess welcome! I am a little confused... today is when you would get your period if you were on the pill (suggesting 21-ish days after day one of pills) and also it is 2.5 weeks since you stopped the pills. So did you take some pills at the start of the month? If so, I would count on this being a wonkado cycle! Anyways, good luck!

Tips for TTC without charting for the newbs

I know you don't want to chart and that is cool, but I have some tips to help speed the TTC process along for you and anyone else who is interested

As you go forward, it is a good idea to just mark in the calendar when you period starts (Cycle day 1, CD1) and then record when you feel like you have alot of wet or slippery cervical fluid (good estimate of when you ovulate) and then record when your cycle ends too (e.g., say CD 29, which would be the day before you got your period). Simple record keeping like that can help you to try to increase intercourse on the days that will really count!

Many women have good luck increasing the frequency of sex to every other day (EOD) during a period of time that covers longest cycle length - 10 days to shortest cycle length - 16 days from the last 6 months. This is because the LP (length of time from ovualation to period) can be as short as 10 days and as long as 16 depending on the woman, and most women do not ovulate on CD 14! So you want to cover your bases whether you have a longer or shorter LP! For example, for me, in the last 6 months off the pill, my shortest cycle has been 22 days and my longest was 31. So my fertile period could start as early as 22-16 = CD 6 and as late as 31 - 10 = CD 21. So I would basically want to try to have as much sex as possible between CD 2 and 21 Every other day or every three days is a good pattern.

If you are able to notice when you get lots of wet and slippery cervical fluid (CF) ou may be able to get a better estimate of your most fertile days which will shorten the period of time that you need to "cover" in the bedroom . You can assess it easily by looking at your toilet paper or just going by how wet you feel. The closer to ovulation you are the wetter and slippery your CF will get. And if you notice that type of fluid then it is the best time to have sex. Also, if you notice that fluid you can narrow down your estimate of when you ovulate and get a feel for how long your LP is and also when to expect your period!

These are really simple tricks to help make sure that you are having sex at the best times of the month! Just keep track of the days, make note of your CF, and get busy EOD or every third day in your estimated fertile period!

If you are just off the pill I would personally assume a 28 day cycle meaning the estimated fertile period would be CD 12 to CD 18.

You can of course just do a true free for all, but the odds of getting pregnant from randomly times intecourse are much much lower as in fact you can only conceive on about 3-5 days of the month.

 

[Dreamer_D]

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Sooooo....things have been a bit slow and just down around here, so I thought id share what's making me happy about this whole process.

Since I've been on the pill, BDing just hasn't been as interesting to me. I'm never really in the mood.
I'm now off the pill since I want to regulate my cycle, and ill tell you what...DH can't keep his hands off me, (I'm probably O-1 right now) and I'm loving it! Ha! Horomones are raging...and awesome!

Haha...ok, just thought it was time for a laugh and pick me up. Now...time for some BFPs!

So are you guys TTC again or avoiding right now? I feel the same way about the pill. I actually opted not to go back on it after our son was born and will hopefully never go on the pill agian!

 

[charbie]

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Sooooo....things have been a bit slow and just down around here, so I thought id share what's making me happy about this whole process.

Since I've been on the pill, BDing just hasn't been as interesting to me. I'm never really in the mood.
I'm now off the pill since I want to regulate my cycle, and ill tell you what...DH can't keep his hands off me, (I'm probably O-1 right now) and I'm loving it! Ha! Horomones are raging...and awesome!

Haha...ok, just thought it was time for a laugh and pick me up. Now...time for some BFPs!

So are you guys TTC again or avoiding right now? I feel the same way about the pill. I actually opted not to go back on it after our son was born and will hopefully never go on the pill agian!

Hmmm...good question. I'm avoiding, and he's trying??? We are currently practicing the "withdrawal" method of BC...not the most reliable. While I tell DH he needs to be super careful, he says "maybe I don't want to be super careful." At which point I freak out and say, "get away from me right now unless you can guarantee your sperm swims backwards." The only real reason we are avoiding right now is so I can do my best to be at work a year before baby comes. So that means the earliest we could conceive and be "safe" would be December. Soooo...MY plan is to wait until then. But we won't freak out if it happens earlier than that, and practicing is so much fun!

 

[WhatsOldisNew]

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Anyone in the mood to help me interpret my weirdo 1st cycle after BCP?

OK. I had several days of EWCM, and high(er) cervix. After those few days, EWCM dissipated and the cervix lowered, but my temperature didn't shift upward. In fact, it seems to have dropped a little bit. This means I haven't ovulated, right? Or do I need to go back to FF and repeat a few lessons?
I also never got a positive OPK. The tests grew progressively darker over the course of about 2 weeks, but not to the point of a positive test, and then faded after I fake-ovulated.

Thanks in advance!
Dust to all those trying to make babies. And hey, dust to those of you trying to avoid making babies, too.

 

[Dreamer_D]

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Sooooo....things have been a bit slow and just down around here, so I thought id share what's making me happy about this whole process.

Since I've been on the pill, BDing just hasn't been as interesting to me. I'm never really in the mood.
I'm now off the pill since I want to regulate my cycle, and ill tell you what...DH can't keep his hands off me, (I'm probably O-1 right now) and I'm loving it! Ha! Horomones are raging...and awesome!

Haha...ok, just thought it was time for a laugh and pick me up. Now...time for some BFPs!

So are you guys TTC again or avoiding right now? I feel the same way about the pill. I actually opted not to go back on it after our son was born and will hopefully never go on the pill agian!

Hmmm...good question. I'm avoiding, and he's trying??? We are currently practicing the "withdrawal" method of BC...not the most reliable. While I tell DH he needs to be super careful, he says "maybe I don't want to be super careful." At which point I freak out and say, "get away from me right now unless you can guarantee your sperm swims backwards." The only real reason we are avoiding right now is so I can do my best to be at work a year before baby comes. So that means the earliest we could conceive and be "safe" would be December. Soooo...MY plan is to wait until then. But we won't freak out if it happens earlier than that, and practicing is so much fun!

HHAHAA Well given all the teenagers who end up pregnant using that method, I bet you will be pregnant by December.

 

[Dreamer_D]

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WOIN can you post your chart? It is possible you body did a fake out on you and you will ovulate later. It is also possible you O'd without a thermal shift if your temping method is less than stellar If you can manage it, the "safest" thing to do is continue EOD until you either get a confirmed ovulation on the chart OR AF shows up!

***

As for me... still waiting for ovulation I am getting impatient because it is a little later than usual this month (becuase of my illness perhaps) and DH and I started the sex marathon on CD 8... it is now CD 16 and I am sick of having sex every day! So I am hoping it is today, the fourth day or fertile fluid. On the plus side, I think that this has been a nice strong month in terms of fertility, I have had more fertile fluid than I have noticed in the past (though I only started checking internally this month).

Anyways, any egg drop dust would be helpful! Even my husband, who is usually a randy hound dog, is getting a little tired of all the sexy times

Hmmm, that face is a little suggestive. Not those sexy times Won't get pregnant that way.

 

[missjaxon]

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Modern - I will be sure to post pictures soon! I have a few non pro pics but am anxiously awaiting my photog's shots! Of course PS will be my first stop!

Today seems to officially be CD1 after another wonky cycle and for the first time ever of 4 days of just spotting. I actually got a memo from FF saying my LP is inconsistent and to manually adjust O day and possibly speak with my healthcare provider ( I cannot remember the exact message at the moment). I am thinking if I am going to continue to chart this next month I need to start adding CF and other data to see if I can get a clearer chart. So far FF has my shortest LP at 8 days ranging to my longest at 15 and others in the middle, but as we discussed last month perhaps charting isn't a good tool for me. Well I am going to go grab a latte and crawl onto the couch with a movie until these wicked cramps decide to leave me alone.

Wishing you all a happy weekend!

 

[WhatsOldisNew]

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Thanks for your input, Dreamer! I am certainly a less-than-stellar temp-er. And life got in the way around CD 10 - 15. But I have been much better the last 6 or so days!
We are actually not TTC right now because my doctor told me to wait at least one cycle after BCP -- I guess we are avoiding conception in preparation for trying -- but I am trying to get a handle on my cycle and figure out this temping/charting stuff so that I can use it to my advantage in the near future.
Here is my unfabulous chart.

 

[Dreamer_D]

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WOIN Yeaaaaah... that is a pretty useless chart In reality there is no good reason to wait one cycle after BCP before TTC. They want you to do it so they can more accurately date the pregnancy from LMP, but since pretty much everyone gets an ultrasound at 10-12 weeks now and dating at those times is very accurate, that is sort of old fashioned advice IMO.

If you are totally sure about your CF then I would probably estimate ovulation at CD 24 or 25. Time will tell. If AF shows up 10 - 14 days after the fertile CF then you will likely know!

 

[Steel]

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DF: The less I know about miscarriages the better.

Pumpkin: I suppose that is good news, is it? The progesterone should work a treat – did she check out your vitamin B levels – I’m all about the B’s this month. I am crabby too that it takes so much effort to get knocked up and may not be possible at all. I suppose the fertile Francine’s of the world get knocked up when they are not trying or using unreliable contraceptive methods (yes Charbie – we mean YOU) and the rest of us hope that it was our diligent use of contraceptive that kept us baby-free and not inherent infertility. As for you – relax! There is plenty of time to freak out – just take it one cycle at a time. You need to pace the crazy, if you use it all in the first month what will you do then?

Moxie: Bottle up your local water and send it over here – I need some of that! Four pregnancies last month – wowzers!

RC: Good luck honey. I am rooting for you like you wouldn’t believe.

Princess: I’m a little confused too. See my post to Pumpkin re pacing the crazy!

Bella: (((hugs))) I’ve been thinking about you a lot and really hope you are doing ok, financial pressure is sucky.
PS. any chance of a loan hahahhahahahhahahhaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
(Ok, that was funny in my head………slinking off into the distance.)
Happy CD 5! I hope your hubby is going to be in the mood for some red hot schexy time this month!

Charbie: So, er, the withdrawal method? Not much to say about that is there?
Seriously, I’m glad you got your mo-jo back. It was the same for me – once I got off BC I was like Horny MacHorninton.

ModernS: You didn’t post about you! How are you doing? Is Mr. ModernS all ready for his sex-a-thon? Are the CB smile-ies primed and ready to be pee-ed on at a moments notice? Did you get the pre-seed?

Gaby: I assume schexy time is over at your house? Are you 2WW’ing? If so ****dust***

Dcgator: Are you keeping a low profile at the moment – I miss you. But I understand completely. I hope you know I think about you everyday. I want this to be your month, so very much. ***Dust*** for you honey.

Dreamer: Holy Sh1t. You have to have sex to get knocked up! Crap. We were just sleeping together, you know, sharing a bed. Rats.
***off to buy a copy of sex for dummies, muttering as she goes*** ***double rats, so BJ’s don’t count, who knew?***
Thanks for posting the tips. Clearly I need them – Mrs. stillnotknockedup.
Again I’m sorry you were sick this month and it sucks that you have delayed O, still keep it up. (*snort*).

WON: Perhaps O was just delayed? Sorry I don’t know what happened, your chart looks like gobbledegook to me.

CDN: Helloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo? What are you up to?

LTP: I'm still thinking about you - I can't remember where you are but this is for you anyway ***dust***.

MissJ: Sorry about AF. Grab a drink and lets move into the next cycle. This could be the one!

KTF: As always, I'm thinking about you.


Hello to everybody I forgot and Dust to all.

AFM:
CD6. So, I kicked AF out the door and told her to stay out this time, well for 10 months anyway. I finished my SI yesterday too.

I wonder how, as a species, we managed to survive. Our grandparents didn't have a CB fertility monitor or OPK's. I do and still no octopus, not even a little one.

 

[Dreamer_D]

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I wonder how, as a species, we managed to survive. Our grandparents didn't have a CB fertility monitor or OPK's. I do and still no octopus, not even a little one.

They all got KTFU at like 18! I think we would all be more fertile, if sillier, at that age. And I suspect infertility was common and just not talked much about. Look at Henry the VIII for example? In my grandmother's eta, people would quietly adopt their teenage niece's baby and no one would say a thing. No OPKs BUT starting the fam-damly at 18 plus no birth control and no abortions = lots of octopuses to go around for everyone who wants one.

 

[Steel]

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I wonder how, as a species, we managed to survive. Our grandparents didn't have a CB fertility monitor or OPK's. I do and still no octopus, not even a little one.

They all got KTFU at like 18! I think we would all be more fertile, if sillier, at that age. And I suspect infertility was common and just not talked much about. Look at Henry the VIII for example? In my grandmother's eta, people would quietly adopt their teenage niece's baby and no one would say a thing. No OPKs BUT starting the fam-damly at 18 plus no birth control and no abortions = lots of octopuses to go around for everyone who wants one.

Yeah, I suppose you are right ***looks down and scuffs the floor with her foot***, So Dreamer, do you think I would have much success if I posted an 'octopus wanted', advertisement on the newborn to 12 month thread?

Nah, I don't either. But did you see Allie's DS- he is wearing a pumpkin hat! Awh! .

 

[Dreamer_D]

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I wonder how, as a species, we managed to survive. Our grandparents didn't have a CB fertility monitor or OPK's. I do and still no octopus, not even a little one.

They all got KTFU at like 18! I think we would all be more fertile, if sillier, at that age. And I suspect infertility was common and just not talked much about. Look at Henry the VIII for example? In my grandmother's eta, people would quietly adopt their teenage niece's baby and no one would say a thing. No OPKs BUT starting the fam-damly at 18 plus no birth control and no abortions = lots of octopuses to go around for everyone who wants one.

Yeah, I suppose you are right ***looks down and scuffs the floor with her foot***, So Dreamer, do you think I would have much success if I posted an 'octopus wanted', advertisement on the newborn to 12 month thread?

Nah, I don't either. But did you see Allie's DS- he is wearing a pumpkin hat! Awh! .

If it is any consolation, most women back in the day dies in childbirth and had no teeth. So there are some plusses to the modern era, even if it means taking a little longer to get your own octopus.

 

[CDNinNYC]

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I've obviously missed something as I have no idea why you guys are wanting an octopus...

Guess what I'm doing tonight? Woohoo!

 

[Dreamer_D]

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I've obviously missed something as I have no idea why you guys are wanting an octopus...

CD it came from Steal's hilarious comment earlier:

DD: I think a boy then girl would be amazing. I would love for you to have a girly this time! Either way your next baby will be very lucky to have Hunter as a big bro and you two. For me, at this stage I would be happy with an octopus.

So octopus = baby but it is a funnier way to talk about it

Sorry about the AF!! I presume that is why you will booze it up tonight?

 

[WhatsOldisNew]

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WOIN Yeaaaaah... that is a pretty useless chart In reality there is no good reason to wait one cycle after BCP before TTC. They want you to do it so they can more accurately date the pregnancy from LMP, but since pretty much everyone gets an ultrasound at 10-12 weeks now and dating at those times is very accurate, that is sort of old fashioned advice IMO.

If you are totally sure about your CF then I would probably estimate ovulation at CD 24 or 25. Time will tell. If AF shows up 10 - 14 days after the fertile CF then you will likely know!

Ah. Perhaps I will have to test your theory(ies).

 

[CDNinNYC]

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Ugh, my post got eaten!

Thanks Dreamer. Octopus Paul might be available for adoption. I read the Germans wanted to grill him after he predicted their WC loss.

Yes, AF did show up but I'm actually glad about it. I knew I wasn't pregnant and it was frustrating waiting for her to show up so we can move on.

Sounds like you're nearing the end of your marathon. Good luck to you!

Steal! What made you try SI again this cycle? I'm debating whether to go ahead or not.

 

[PumpkinPie]

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Moxie moo - thank you for the support. I totally understand the Type A perspective - my dr. suggested that stress may be playing a role in my wacky cycles but it's difficult to relax! Just make sure to take some time for yourself and for fun - I just started pottery lessons 6 weeks ago and it's a tonne of fun!

Ryan Claire - thanks for the support. I can't believe a 118 day cycle - I think my current record is about 65. Good luck during the 2ww - I will be sending you buckets of dust.

Princessplease - thanks for the support too it seems like you're feeling much like I am - I think I'm having too many catastrophic thoughts and worrying about what might be rather than what is right now. I have found new perspective today and hopefully will be able to maintain it Only chipperness from me for the next while.

Bella - I'm glad you're feeling better - that sounds like quite the nightmare day you had - I will be sending you dust for more positive days ahead.

Charbie - the pill had the same effect on me - and does for lots of other women. I'm glad you're enjoying the benefits of stopping the pill

Thanks for the suggestions Dreamer - i've been using FertilityFriend for years just to track the basics (cycle length and now CM too). I don't see me temping anytime soon (it was annoying!) but my dr. suggested OPKs - which we will consider perhaps in a couple of months. I did pay attention to CM during the current (interminable) cycle and it came on days 20-23ish. I suspect I might usually have a shortish LP. For the moment, I'm focusing on eating well and trying to keep my stress levels reasonable I'm sending you some ovulation dust! (I never actually thought I would ever write those wrods to anyone, let alone a PS 'stranger' though you seem like someone who'd be pretty cool to know I seem to recall you're from Canada too right? and perhaps even a psychologist too? or am I mixed up?)

Missjaxon - sending you cramp cancelling vibes - hope you feel better soon!

Steal - you, I would love to have as a friend in real -life. Too bad you're all the way in the UK (right? your choice of words sounds UK-ish) "You need to pace the crazy, if you use it all in the first month what will you do then?" - I am stealing that phrase from you and will replay it daily in my mind! the only concern I have is that last time I took the progesterone prescription, it created a lot of crazy in me. I warned my husband, but we'll see how the next 9 days go!

 

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Re: The Official TTC Thread!

PumpkinPie I am a Canadian psychologist! Not clinical though, I am an academic is another area. But are you in school in the US now? Why do I have that in my mind? So did your cycle end? And what is the progesterone supposed to do?