TWW for 2/9-2/15

[lickwed]

Let's go ladies. This is the place you can talk about all the craziness that comes with the dreaded two week wait. Phantom symptoms, implantation dips and possible spotting, what you are doing to make the time fly by, and much much more. Post as often or as little as you want. We are here for you. Chart stalks available upon request or if there is a link, we may look just to pass the time or out of curiosity. Gifs are also welcome.

QOTW: What are your plans for the Valentine's Day Weekend?

Of course we all just with we could

Stop the Insanity!

ETA Gif

[lickwed]

I am 10 DPO and anticipating CD1 near the end of the week as my temps have been pretty steady and not very high. The only thing I noticed is that after ovulation, my bladder seems to shrink. I was enjoying 3 weeks of normal bladder control post MC. Then I ovulated and it's like I am 6 weeks pregnant all the time. I guess that is why ridiculous "am I pregnant" posts almost always mention frequent urination.

QOTW: We will probably just exchange gifts Saturday and maybe grab an early dinner as a family. If we can get a baby sitter, we might be able to do something just the two of us, but since my parents are out of town, it will probably just be a family Valentine's Day. DH got DD the DC superheroes Little People figures, so it will be fun to see how she has them interact with all her Disney princess Little People.

[octavia65]

I'm just lurking as I'm out this month, boo! Good luck to everyone in the TWW - hoping for some BFPs!

QOTW: My husband always makes me a Valentine's Day menu with meals named after inside jokes from the year. Can't wait to see what he comes up with this year

@lickwed - Love Little People! We have a farm commune taking over our living room (barn, pig sty and pond, farm stand, tractor, henhouse ETC). Wish I could find the Batcave and all those fun DC Little Peeps because I would buy them all. Actually...maybe it's good that they are sold out.

[aswedishbee]

Like octavia65, I am also lurking ... FX crossed for all of you in the TWW!

[boobacat]

Also 10dpo (I think) 11dpiui. Testing tomorrow per RE request. I tested Saturday and yesterday to see if trigger was gone. BFNs. So we will see tomorrow. I know it's totally ridiculous to be discouraged testing that early, but I am :/. I'm supposed to call RE with test results tomorrow and go from there. Expect to see AF Friday.

[wannabmama]

boobacat good luck with testing!!

I'm 4 or 6 DPO per FF, plan to test Monday if no AF. No symptoms yet...

Valentine's Day we are going to a friend's for chicken and waffles with another couple. We decided it would be more fun to be all together. MH Bday was last weekend but we were with my family so next weekend I'm also taking him skiing to celebrate the Bday, Valentine's Day...maybe a BFP?!? Ha, a girl can hope!

[momtex]

Good luck to all in the window! I'm not but I'll answer the question about Valentine's Day. We don't really celebrate Valentines as my birthday is the 9th and went out for a nice dinner for that. We've started a tradition of making Valentines a family thing so we will do something with DD that day/evening.

[wirt2cute]

We are TTA for this month due to my surgery but I will be praying for some BFP's. But I will answer the QOTW: H and I are going to stay home and do crab legs and crawfish together. The boys are going to be at my mom's so we will be able to have a bedroom party.

[momtex]

Feb 10, 2015 15:04:35 GMT -5 wirt2cute said:

We are TTA for this month due to my surgery but I will be praying for some BFP's. But I will answer the QOTW: H and I are going to stay home and do crab legs and crawfish together. The boys are going to be at my mom's so we will be able to have a bedroom party.

We had our first crawfish of the season last weekend and yum!

[peanutmuse]

I am 5dpo. I already wrote this in the GKU TWW thread today, but I have this idea in my head that if we are not successful this cycle, that we are going to have fertility problems again this time. I know that this is completely irrational and not scientific, aside from the fact that we had really good timing. (Not that that means much.) But I can't help it, it's already there in my mind. Since we no longer have infertility coverage, I have a lot of feels about this cycle.

[peanutmuse]

Forgot the QOTW. But we don't do anything for Valentine's Day. I am planning on testing on Sunday, though. I always test on 10 dpo.

[luvmyponies]

I won't be in the TWW for a while (see chicken pox vaccine thread)... but FX for everyone in the TWW!! boobacat: a BFN is always so hard to see, even if you logically tell yourself it's too early to test.

Valentine's Day... My MIL gave us a gift certificate to a Mexican restaurant for Christmas, I think we might use that.

[Scootaloo]

2 dpo here, or at least I should be if I get a third high temp tomorrow and FF gives me crosshairs.

Valentine's Day: DH has to work, so DD and I will probably go see the flower show at our local conservatory and have our own little party. I have a heart shaped cake pan I impulse-bought and have never used, so maybe we'll bake a pink cake and put tons of sprinkles on it.

[octavia65]

Hoping it happens for you this month peanutmuse!

[kesha14]

I am 5 DPO . I plan to test Tuesday if no AF. It's our first cycle after my loss in December, so I get way too excited when I temp in the morning--those temperatures above the coverline make me really happy. Completely on the crazy train here... No symptoms yet, but I don't expect any at this point.

Valentine's Day we're having brunch at a fancy, schmancy dinner place. There may be more scheduled, but I haven't yet been made privvy to the full plans.

[lickwed]

Feb 10, 2015 13:06:57 GMT -5 octavia65 said:

I'm just lurking as I'm out this month, boo! Good luck to everyone in the TWW - hoping for some BFPs!

QOTW: My husband always makes me a Valentine's Day menu with meals named after inside jokes from the year. Can't wait to see what he comes up with this year

@lickwed - Love Little People! We have a farm commune taking over our living room (barn, pig sty and pond, farm stand, tractor, henhouse ETC). Wish I could find the Batcave and all those fun DC Little Peeps because I would buy them all. Actually...maybe it's good that they are sold out.

Dh found them at Target.  I think they are an exclusive to that store.

[lickwed]

Feb 10, 2015 16:12:10 GMT -5 peanutmuse said:

I am 5dpo. I already wrote this in the GKU TWW thread today, but I have this idea in my head that if we are not successful this cycle, that we are going to have fertility problems again this time. I know that this is completely irrational and not scientific, aside from the fact that we had really good timing. (Not that that means much.) But I can't help it, it's already there in my mind. Since we no longer have infertility coverage, I have a lot of feels about this cycle.

I forgot but how long have you been trying.  I would wait for three months of good timing and no BFP before worrying.  If you have already been at it that long then FX this is your lucky cycle and you get a BFP soon.

[lickwed]

Feb 10, 2015 14:35:29 GMT -5 wannabmama said:

boobacat good luck with testing!!

I'm 4 or 6 DPO per FF, plan to test Monday if no AF. No symptoms yet...

Valentine's Day we are going to a friend's for chicken and waffles with another couple. We decided it would be more fun to be all together. MH Bday was last weekend but we were with my family so next weekend I'm also taking him skiing to celebrate the Bday, Valentine's Day...maybe a BFP?!? Ha, a girl can hope!

FX for a BFP.  I am so jealous you actually are near a place with snow to ski on.

[lickwed]

Feb 10, 2015 15:04:35 GMT -5 wirt2cute said:

We are TTA for this month due to my surgery but I will be praying for some BFP's. But I will answer the QOTW: H and I are going to stay home and do crab legs and crawfish together. The boys are going to be at my mom's so we will be able to have a bedroom party.

Bedroom parties are the best.  Your post is now making me crave Red Lobster.

[lickwed]

Feb 10, 2015 22:13:16 GMT -5 kesha14 said:

I am 5 DPO . I plan to test Tuesday if no AF. It's our first cycle after my loss in December, so I get way too excited when I temp in the morning--those temperatures above the coverline make me really happy. Completely on the crazy train here... No symptoms yet, but I don't expect any at this point.

Valentine's Day we're having brunch at a fancy, schmancy dinner place. There may be more scheduled, but I haven't yet been made privvy to the full plans.

During the 2WW I am obsessive about getting enough sleep for fear of messing up my chart.

[lickwed]

Scootaloo, I hope you get crosshairs tomorrow. Sorry for all the quotes guys. I'm trying to up my post count.

[peanutmuse]

Feb 11, 2015 3:24:20 GMT -5 lickwed said:

Feb 10, 2015 16:12:10 GMT -5 peanutmuse said:

I am 5dpo. I already wrote this in the GKU TWW thread today, but I have this idea in my head that if we are not successful this cycle, that we are going to have fertility problems again this time. I know that this is completely irrational and not scientific, aside from the fact that we had really good timing. (Not that that means much.) But I can't help it, it's already there in my mind. Since we no longer have infertility coverage, I have a lot of feels about this cycle.

I forgot but how long have you been trying.  I would wait for three months of good timing and no BFP before worrying.  If you have already been at it that long then FX this is your lucky cycle and you get a BFP soon.

lickwed, I absolutely appreciate the help, but like I said -- this is not rational or scientific. I know, on a rational level, that not having success this cycle does not necessarily mean that we have fertility problems again. But if I accept that we're going to have problems and approach it that way, it's easier for me to deal with.

By the way, we have had 10 cycles of NTNP and this is our second official TTC cycle with timed intercourse. For my son, it took 16 cycles, 2 losses, Clomid & IUI to achieve a successful pregnancy.

[Divefrog]

Feb 11, 2015 3:30:33 GMT -5 lickwed said:

Feb 10, 2015 22:13:16 GMT -5 kesha14 said:

I am 5 DPO . I plan to test Tuesday if no AF. It's our first cycle after my loss in December, so I get way too excited when I temp in the morning--those temperatures above the coverline make me really happy. Completely on the crazy train here... No symptoms yet, but I don't expect any at this point.

Valentine's Day we're having brunch at a fancy, schmancy dinner place. There may be more scheduled, but I haven't yet been made privvy to the full plans.

During the 2WW I am obsessive about getting enough sleep for fear of messing up my chart.

I find it pretty interesting how us ladies place our crazy focus in different areas of ttc. I couldn't be bothered to temp after 3 high temps and I confirm ovulation. After that point I never temp again until around CD5 or CD6.  Not worth the stress and crazy it causes me since at that point everything is out of my control.

[WVaRN]

8 DPO today for me. First cycle of temping vaginally so my chart has been less rocky this time. Timing is good this time. H was off his meds so he was able to finish on -1, -2, and -3. I'm really not hopeful. This is cycle #8 for us. I'm just feeling really down and pessimistic. I ordered a lunette cup and hoping it gets here before CD1. Someone on GKU posted a coupon code so I got it for 29.99 shipped. Code is BeMyOwnValentine if anyone is interested. I don't know what is wrong with me. I have been just so down and depressed. I have a Dr appt Monday with my family dr. I'm going to discuss it with her. I'm not sleeping and crying a lot. I just don't know. It may be me working 2 jobs finally getting to me, I'm just so tired but can't sleep. Sorry for the rant guys.

[lickwed]

Feb 13, 2015 2:17:28 GMT -5 WVaRN said:

8 DPO today for me. First cycle of temping vaginally so my chart has been less rocky this time. Timing is good this time. H was off his meds so he was able to finish on -1, -2, and -3. I'm really not hopeful. This is cycle #8 for us. I'm just feeling really down and pessimistic. I ordered a lunette cup and hoping it gets here before CD1. Someone on GKU posted a coupon code so I got it for 29.99 shipped. Code is BeMyOwnValentine if anyone is interested. I don't know what is wrong with me. I have been just so down and depressed. I have a Dr appt Monday with my family dr. I'm going to discuss it with her. I'm not sleeping and crying a lot. I just don't know. It may be me working 2 jobs finally getting to me, I'm just so tired but can't sleep. Sorry for the rant guys.

Hugs! I am so sorry. Trouble TTC is hard enough but when you add in all the other stressors it is easy to get overwhelmed. Hopefully talking with your doctor will help. Feel free to rant away. That is what we sre here for.

[wannabmama]

WVaRN I'm sorry you're feeling down. It sounds like you've got a lot going on with two jobs and insomnia is so terrible when you just need sleep. I'm so sorry. Can you take any time for yourself? Even like an hour or two to do whatever it is that makes you happy...walk alone or read in a quiet room or manicure or something like that? Even a couple hours "away" from life can help so much. I hope your doc can help with some suggestions too. Fx the good timing pays off for you!!
I'm 8dpo (maybe, my temps are screwy this month), so I'll add you into my thoughts for successful cycles

[agpjt413]

WVaRN - ((hugs)) lady. So sorry you're down. And yes, definitely feel free to vent whenever you like!! Also wanted to share that we're cycle twins...I'm also currently 8 DPO

QOTW: We are doing Valentine's Day at home. I'll be continually sifting through the threads I posted yesterday re: Valentine's Day meal ideas I'm getting closer and closer to going with @clgsquared's suggestion though!!!! (order out & save the energy for BD'ing later!)

ETA: SO weird!!! I had to space b/w "8" and DPO otherwise this is what it looked like!!! 8DPO

[luvmyponies]

WVaRN - I'm so sorry you're feeling so down, I can completely relate. It's so hard to be optimistic about something you have no control over. It's important to keep talking and don't bottle your feelings up - which I know is tough since fertility isn't something most people openly talk about. We're always here to support you - you're always welcome to rant! I'm keeping my FX that this is your month!!

[flyliceandcoffee]

I'm sorry you're feeling so down WVaRN, I hope things pick up for you soon.

I know I've been absent for the last couple weeks. Work has been crazy, but I'm trying to catch up.

As for me, I mentioned in the check in thread, but I'm either at 10 or 11 dpo depending on if you believe the dashed crosshairs. Just for the hell of it I peed this morning (not FMU though) and may, maybe not have seen a super duper faint line a cheapie. I won't believe it till it actually shows up for real, but I have no time to go to the store for a test till later today as I'm in meetings for the next 4 hours...

[WVaRN]

Feb 13, 2015 13:18:12 GMT -5 flyliceandcoffee said:

I'm sorry you're feeling so down WVaRN, I hope things pick up for you soon.

I know I've been absent for the last couple weeks. Work has been crazy, but I'm trying to catch up.

As for me, I mentioned in the check in thread, but I'm either at 10 or 11 dpo depending on if you believe the dashed crosshairs. Just for the hell of it I peed this morning (not FMU though) and may, maybe not have seen a super duper faint line a cheapie. I won't believe it till it actually shows up for real, but I have no time to go to the store for a test till later today as I'm in meetings for the next 4 hours...

Congrats on your squinter. I hope it continues to get darker for your. 

Thanks everyone for the good thoughts and words.