Chart Stalk/TTM about CBE OPKs

[emmaswan]

So this month, I decided to use the CBE Advanced Digital OPK, which I've read mixed reviews about on here. According to my average cycle length (been temping since July 2016), I started testing yesterday. The test I took with FMU gave me an error. I waited until later in the day, didn't drink excessive fluids and tested late afternoon after holding it for 4+ hours. It gave me an open circle.

This morning I tested first thing and it gave me peak fertility.

I'm on CD 13, usually O on CD 20. By temps, it's following my usual O temperature pattern (drop, then slow rise, then stark increase in temp) which would indicate O would have happened on CD 11-ish which would be freakishly early for me, however, I either didn't O last month and had a short cycle. Obviously, this month I don't have enough to see a pattern yet (CS here if you're interested and on mobile). 

I also noticed in the instructions that the CBE OPK isn't for people who have PCOS, which, I do, even though AF has been super regular over the last year, with the exception of last month. I've been working on losing weight which might mess with my cycle? Also stressed because I'm getting married in 2 1/2 weeks. I'm also AMA so IDK if that might have something to do with it. IDK. It took me 12 months to get KU with DD, but I was 26/27 at the time so obviously a decade of aging has happened since then.

What say you, TCF experts? 

[requiressnacks]

Hi emmaswan, hope you don't mind a lurker here. I used the digitals in the past and really liked them, but they can sometimes be frustrating/confusing for people.

Just so we are clear - You had the open circle yesterday and a solid smiley this morning? (Flashing smiley really means nothing)

I looked at your past charts and it looks like you O'd on CD 14 and CD 20 in the past, so CD 12 or 13 wouldn't be crazy early. I think you should just keep temping and confirm O. Also, the smiley stays illuminated for 2 days, so you shouldn't use the OPK again. If you are really curious, you could go get some cheapie OPKs.

Cycles are regular until they're not - KWIM?

[emmaswan]

Apr 19, 2017 12:36:59 GMT -5 requiressnacks said:

Hi emmaswan , hope you don't mind a lurker here. I used the digitals in the past and really liked them, but they can sometimes be frustrating/confusing for people.

Just so we are clear - You had the open circle yesterday and a solid smiley this morning? (Flashing smiley really means nothing)

I looked at your past charts and it looks like you O'd on CD 14 and CD 20 in the past, so CD 12 or 13 wouldn't be crazy early. I think you should just keep temping and confirm O. Also, the smiley stays illuminated for 2 days, so you shouldn't use the OPK again. If you are really curious, you could go get some cheapie OPKs.

Cycles are regular until they're not - KWIM?

I don't mind a lurker at all! Yes, that's exactly right. Open circle yesterday, solid smiley today, no flashing. I know the kit is over and done with It was my first month using this so I wasn't sure if I missed something or screwed it up somehow.

Yeah you're right, I have had O on CD14 and CD20. It looked like things were getting super regular though with O being between CD17 and 20. Good advice to go get the cheapie OPKs though, you're right on that. I just hate playing the "is the line lighter or darker" game with those  

Thanks for your advice!

[westiemom]

*TW: LO mentioned*

I have PCOS and used the CBE advanced and got pregnant with my DD. I love them (because they worked for me) but they can be a little confusing. I always have wondfos on hand to verify but I'm terrible at doing a hold so they can be accurate.

I agree with requiressnacks regarding your chart but I'm not the most experienced charter!

Good luck!! 😃

[Deleted]

Why all the open circles?

Also, it's possible to have more than one lh surge. Since it's earlier than typical for you that may be a possibility if the next few days don't confirm ovulation.

[emmaswan]

Thanks ladies. @led , the open circles are due to earlier or later waking times (DD has been getting up early off and on and waking me up the past couple weeks). I guess it's wishful thinking on my part that my cycles are becoming more regular, because you all are right, when I go back and look at the actual data they aren't as regular as I thought. I must have it seemed that way since when I was TTC my DD my cycles were running 60+ days, even had to take provera a few times to jump start them (not something I ever want to experience again!!) I guess I'll stay the course and keep my fingers crossed.

You all are the best

[obscurereference]

I have no wisdom on the OPKs but I did want to chime in and say that when I drop weight it usually results in an earlier O for me. Good luck!