What are you doing to get knocked up?: Gearing up for the FW - so more water, opks, etc.
RRCS: Nothing today, surprisingly.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? MH's traditional weekend family breakfast is the best. Fry up cubed potatoes, drain oil, scramble eggs with potatoes, eat on a large sandwich bun or torpedo roll.
Post by rlpointer86 on Feb 19, 2015 9:47:31 GMT -5
SubtleGrandeur, I had a natural MC in August and later a chemical pregnancy in October. The last cycle which started in January was the first "normal" one I had. For the last six months my cycles have either been really short (27 days) or really long (61 days). It took six months for my body to get its act together, hopefully it doesn't take that long for you. But also keep in mind that your body may never go back to the normal it was before.
Married: June 25, 2011 Our beautiful girl came into our lives October 15, 2012 TFAS: March 2014 BFP #2 July 2014 Miscarriage (7 weeks) August 2014 BFP #3 September 2014 Chemical Pregnancy September 2014 Seeing the RE: February 2015 Diagnosis PCOS: February 2015 BFP #4 April 2015 Chemical Pregnancy April 2015 BFP #5 June 2015 EDD: 3/5/2016
Post by rlpointer86 on Feb 19, 2015 9:49:24 GMT -5
Cycle/Month: 10/11
CD: 1 -- Boo!
What are you doing to get knocked up?: Waiting for AF to go away
RRCS: Work up with cramps and knew my temperature was dropping so knew that AF was coming but was still really disappointed. I guess we'll be keeping that RE appointment next week.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? I like it over-easy. I like runny yolks. Yum! Sometimes I make them for breakfast in butter but they are so much better cooked in bacon grease.
Married: June 25, 2011 Our beautiful girl came into our lives October 15, 2012 TFAS: March 2014 BFP #2 July 2014 Miscarriage (7 weeks) August 2014 BFP #3 September 2014 Chemical Pregnancy September 2014 Seeing the RE: February 2015 Diagnosis PCOS: February 2015 BFP #4 April 2015 Chemical Pregnancy April 2015 BFP #5 June 2015 EDD: 3/5/2016
SubtleGrandeur, I had a natural MC in August and later a chemical pregnancy in October. The last cycle which started in January was the first "normal" one I had. For the last six months my cycles have either been really short (27 days) or really long (61 days). It took six months for my body to get its act together, hopefully it doesn't take that long for you. But also keep in mind that your body may never go back to the normal it was before.
Thanks for the info! I'm trying not to get my hopes up too much... but, man, the waiting game SUCKS. Who knew there was so much involved in trying to get KU!? I bought a ton of OPKs off of Amazon that, I'm sure, are just DYING to be pee'd on!!!!
SubtleGrandeur, I had a natural MC in August and later a chemical pregnancy in October. The last cycle which started in January was the first "normal" one I had. For the last six months my cycles have either been really short (27 days) or really long (61 days). It took six months for my body to get its act together, hopefully it doesn't take that long for you. But also keep in mind that your body may never go back to the normal it was before.
Thanks for the info! I'm trying not to get my hopes up too much... but, man, the waiting game SUCKS. Who knew there was so much involved in trying to get KU!? I bought a ton of OPKs off of Amazon that, I'm sure, are just DYING to be pee'd on!!!!
It's definitely frustrating. I spent six months frustrated with my body and my cycle. It got to the point that I never knew when to test because I had no clue if my cycle was going to be really short and I was going to ovulate really early or if it was going to be long and I would ovulate really late. I would guess and my husband would just shake his head when I tell him then next morning that I was wrong again. But hopefully that's behind me. Hopefully it won't drag on for months and months for you like it did for me!
Married: June 25, 2011 Our beautiful girl came into our lives October 15, 2012 TFAS: March 2014 BFP #2 July 2014 Miscarriage (7 weeks) August 2014 BFP #3 September 2014 Chemical Pregnancy September 2014 Seeing the RE: February 2015 Diagnosis PCOS: February 2015 BFP #4 April 2015 Chemical Pregnancy April 2015 BFP #5 June 2015 EDD: 3/5/2016
What are you doing to get knocked up? Sex, OPKs, temping, PNVs, and IUI#2 today (maybe, see RRCS)
RRCS: Since Sunday, my temp had been on a downward path. It bottomed out yesterday at 96.93. I got my positive OPK yesterday afternoon and called to schedule our IUI. This morning, my temp had gone up to 97.45. Now, my charts are pretty standard in that I get that dip and then my temp shoots back up, and FF tends to call the lowest day of that downward pattern my O day (except the one month I had a slow rise). But if this is the case, then doing an IUI today would be absolutely pointless because that means I O'd yesterday. UGH!!!!! I'm so frustrated! I emailed my clinical nurse asking her to call me ASAP so we can decide whether or not to move forward with the IUI.
If anyone wants to chart stalk me and give their opinion, I would appreciate it.
Also, I did have a really vigorous personal training session yesterday afternoon/evening. And then took a hot bath. Any chance either or both of those two factors could have contributed to my elevated temp this morning?
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Scrambled in a breakfast taco. Sometimes in an omelet. Never alone.
I'm doing all the lurking and chart stalking today so I'll chime in. I think it's possible you haven't O'd yet. Today's temp is only higher than 3 of your previous 6, and you still have EWCM? I think there's a good chance today (or even tomorrow depending on your temp) will be O day.
What are you doing to get knocked up? Sex, OPKs, temping, PNVs, and IUI#2 today (maybe, see RRCS)
RRCS: Since Sunday, my temp had been on a downward path. It bottomed out yesterday at 96.93. I got my positive OPK yesterday afternoon and called to schedule our IUI. This morning, my temp had gone up to 97.45. Now, my charts are pretty standard in that I get that dip and then my temp shoots back up, and FF tends to call the lowest day of that downward pattern my O day (except the one month I had a slow rise). But if this is the case, then doing an IUI today would be absolutely pointless because that means I O'd yesterday. UGH!!!!! I'm so frustrated! I emailed my clinical nurse asking her to call me ASAP so we can decide whether or not to move forward with the IUI.
If anyone wants to chart stalk me and give their opinion, I would appreciate it.
Also, I did have a really vigorous personal training session yesterday afternoon/evening. And then took a hot bath. Any chance either or both of those two factors could have contributed to my elevated temp this morning?
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Scrambled in a breakfast taco. Sometimes in an omelet. Never alone.
I'm doing all the lurking and chart stalking today so I'll chime in. I think it's possible you haven't O'd yet. Today's temp is only higher than 3 of your previous 6, and you still have EWCM? I think there's a good chance today (or even tomorrow depending on your temp) will be O day.
Just spoke to our clinical nurse, and she said not to worry so much about temps, especially given that I've been medicated. They trust the OPKs mostly during treatment, and she said it's most likely that our timing will be right on.
It's okay, I knew that was the answer already. I just needed to hear it from someone else. Looks like I'll be still taking OPKs and keep jumping my husband just to be sure.
cnf2013 - This is really not going to be what you want to hear, but I don't see O yet. Today's temp is not in a post-O range. If you get a bigger jump tomorrow and an upward trend, then maybe you're having a slow rise, but your post-O temps were 98+ last cycle and you're only in the low/mid-97s right now. I know you had a few positive OPKs last month... I lean on the side of thinking you geared up and didn't O just now. Sorry to be a buzzkill, I just don't want you to be too bummed if your temp drops or stays the same tomorrow, I don't think you O'd yet. This happened to me MANY times while I was waiting waiting waiting for my first PP cycle to happen... I know it sucks and is super annoying.
On that note, may I suggest sex EOD or every 3 days? I know sex ED is the "ideal" but it can be draining, especially if it's outside your "normal" and you have gearing up episodes with no O. If you try for at least 3x a week, you are guaranteed to hit a couple days in your FW regardless of when it comes, and hopefully you won't get burned out. Once you chart a few more cycles (if not KU) you will have a better handle on if this is typical and can save your ED drive for later when you think you're really in the FW.
That's what I figured. Stupid body. I just told H we're taking today off. My poor vag needs a breather. He's so excited for this. I feel guilty telling him I still haven't O'ed. We were trying to take advantage of this cycle because I'm off school all week. I teach so I work 7am-3pm everyday. H works in college recreation and works 330pm-1130pm, so during the week we actually don't really see each other. It sucks and if we have to drag this fertile window into next week it'll require midnight sex when he gets home from work because that's all we can make work during the week. Hopefully I'll O between now and Sunday.
Post by kasaundrar on Feb 19, 2015 10:38:16 GMT -5
Also question! I bought some OPKS as I am not charting yet. When should I start using them? FF says my FW is Between the 1-5 of March. Should I just use them on only those days or?
Also question! I bought some OPKS as I am not charting yet. When should I start using them? FF says my FW is Between the 1-5 of March. Should I just use them on only those days or?
It depends on how long your cycle is.... I would say start earlier just to make sure you don't miss it. I started on CD 7 per the instructions of my Clear blue advanced opk. I have a 26 day cycle.
My average cycle is 33 days. I think I will take you advice an do they day before and just HIO lol. Thank you!
What are you doing to get knocked up? Sex and temping
RRCS: I had a temp rise this morning so pretty sure I O'd yesterday, just need two more days to confirm.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? I like them different ways depending on what mood I am in that day. I eat scrambled eggs most days during the week, with a little bit of ketchup. If my husband makes grits on the weekend I like to have my eggs fried with the yolks still in tact, but cooked. If we are at a restaurant I like to order them over-hard. I love eggs!!
Post by JulietRose on Feb 19, 2015 11:05:29 GMT -5
Love it @metalmoliver!
Cycle/Month:6/8
CD: 26
What are you doing to get knocked up? sex, temp, cm, cp
RRCS: I had a temp rise to my normal ovulation temp, but that was also helped by the progesterone I took last night. Woah dizzyness. We will see how this pans out. Either I ovulated or I get my period by the time the progesterone is over. Either way, I would be happy. I'm over these weird and confusing cycles.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Scrambled with cheese and ham.
Post by southernredandwhite on Feb 19, 2015 11:05:43 GMT -5
Cycle/Month: 7
CD: 17
What are you doing to get knocked up? PNV, OPK, temping, water, sex EOD
RRCS: I got a -OPK on a CVS brand test yesterday morning and a +OPK (peak) last night on a Clearblue test. Not sure if I should record - or + in FF for yesterday. Thoughts?
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? I love scrambled with salsa!
cnf2013 - This is really not going to be what you want to hear, but I don't see O yet. Today's temp is not in a post-O range. If you get a bigger jump tomorrow and an upward trend, then maybe you're having a slow rise, but your post-O temps were 98+ last cycle and you're only in the low/mid-97s right now. I know you had a few positive OPKs last month... I lean on the side of thinking you geared up and didn't O just now. Sorry to be a buzzkill, I just don't want you to be too bummed if your temp drops or stays the same tomorrow, I don't think you O'd yet. This happened to me MANY times while I was waiting waiting waiting for my first PP cycle to happen... I know it sucks and is super annoying.
On that note, may I suggest sex EOD or every 3 days? I know sex ED is the "ideal" but it can be draining, especially if it's outside your "normal" and you have gearing up episodes with no O. If you try for at least 3x a week, you are guaranteed to hit a couple days in your FW regardless of when it comes, and hopefully you won't get burned out. Once you chart a few more cycles (if not KU) you will have a better handle on if this is typical and can save your ED drive for later when you think you're really in the FW.
That's what I figured. Stupid body. I just told H we're taking today off. My poor vag needs a breather. He's so excited for this. I feel guilty telling him I still haven't O'ed. We were trying to take advantage of this cycle because I'm off school all week. I teach so I work 7am-3pm everyday. H works in college recreation and works 330pm-1130pm, so during the week we actually don't really see each other. It sucks and if we have to drag this fertile window into next week it'll require midnight sex when he gets home from work because that's all we can make work during the week. Hopefully I'll O between now and Sunday.
Bah. Okay. Pity party over.
It's okay, your body isn't stupid! You only need ONE time in your FW to get KU. Give your vag a break and do not feel guilty. Even if you only have sex on the weekends, you will still have a chance. Do the midnight sex thing once or twice a week IF you're in the mood... I say this having been compulsive about trying to hit every 24-36 hours in my FW this cycle, haha. It will be okay though! I will cross my fingers you O in the next few days so timing is good!
What are you doing to get knocked up? green tea, water, pnv, opk. got my first "high" on the clear blue advanced opk (earlier than last month) and will start with the wondfos after work so I don't miss the surge. Will try out preseed I think and ED in FW.
RRCS: Family will be in town when I'm expecting to O and we live in a small apt. We will make it work!
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Not the biggest egg fan. Scrambled for breakfast and deviled for other.
Random question: I know mynameiscarrie, mentioned this the other day and apunicorn had some good suggestions. Has anyone tried anything that worked to increase CM? I never get any EWCM, just watery. I do check internally. Thanks in advance!
Edit::: I always forget, BBT too!
Hey kelltothekell, - I've had good luck with drinking a big glass of grapefruit juice in the mornings (and just generally staying better hydrated throughout the day). I guess it could be all in my imagination, but it does seem to be working to increase CM.
What are you doing to get knocked up?: BBT, EOD sex
RRCS: I need some input on my chart. My Ovulation Chart Would CD 13 not be O bc of the drop on CD 15/16? I know I'll get a better idea with more data but I just want to make sure I understand reading it. Hopefully my link works, I'll fix it when I get on my laptop if it doesn't.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Over easy. I absolutely hate hard yolks.
Post by southernredandwhite on Feb 19, 2015 12:22:08 GMT -5
mishy2010, I don't think you've O'd yet. The 3 temps that are higher than the previous 6 typically indicate ovulation if I'm correct. (Don't trust me on that one, but I think that's the rule of thumb & why FF waits for 3 temps before giving you CHs.)
mishy2010, I don't think you've O'd yet. The 3 temps that are higher than the previous 6 typically indicate ovulation if I'm correct. (Don't trust me on that one, but I think that's the rule of thumb & why FF waits for 3 temps before giving you CHs.)
mainewifey tell me about it (re: spotting)! I had 5 days and on the 6th - now CD1 - FF was like "maybe we were wrong and you Oed 2 days later (which made no sense for 654896 reasons)", but then AF changed it back. Anyway, yeah FU spotting.
cnf2013 We are also once a week typically so EOD tired us out when we can't get an early (~CD 20-22) O. Now we've relaxed to every third day until positive OPK then EOD. GL!
momomel Cycle 2 at CD22, I really don't think you should be concerned yet about not O-ing. What leads you to believe you should be?
southernredandwhite I always record the best. You can make a note about the morning negative if you want.
Cycle/Month: officially at 8!
CD: 1
What are you doing to get knocked up? PNV & BBT at this point. I have at least 2.5 weeks till I need to think about sex, 2 weeks till OPKs.
RRCS: Hell yeah for 11 day LP! I'm glad to move past my freaking lost 7th cycle. I'm over crying about it - looks like instead of planning all vacation days for maternity leave this year I get to use them on vacations.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Runny when I bite or cut into them. On a bagel with cheese and turkey.
Post by catinatophat on Feb 19, 2015 15:26:48 GMT -5
Cycle/Month: 5/5
CD: 21
What are you doing to get knocked up? bbt, more water and HIO if we can.
RRCS: I thought I would O around CD14 because of the past two months and now it's CD21 and I still haven't and we are so tired of HIO. I have girls night tonight so maybe that will help get us out of the routine/rut that we have been in.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? over easy on top of a piece of toast with lots of butter!
What are you doing to get knocked up? At this point trying not to barf. Probably will do the stuff soon.
RRCS: I'm sick.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? I love them scrambled and in huevos rancheros, or a breakfast burrito. They're also amazing scrambled with soyrizo. I just like spicy things.
setsuna17 - I had never had them like that before I met MH. His family has been doing it since his mother was a child at least. It is one giant load of carbs but holy crap is it tasty!
What are you doing to get knocked up? Waiting out AF and temping. Will check CM and do OPK's soon. Also, we might try Preseed this month...
RRCS: I'm getting so tired of this. I know many of you have been trying for longer than I have, but I just never thought it would take me this long to get pregnant.
What are you doing to get knocked up? BBT, OPKs, PNVs, the sex (not as often as I'd like, but more than normal)
RRCS: I got into a car accident on 1/31. My car is STILL getting the suspension fixed. Still waiting on parts, one of which is on national back order. They haven't even gotten to the body work yet. My sister, partner and 2 kids are coming into town Tuesday, and I have a tiny Nissan Versa for a rental. Not good for getting all of us around and into the mountains for snowy fun time. So now I'm trying to secure a larger, safer vehicle and apparently every rental company in the city has given out all their SUVs. Frustrating and makes me feel even more like a bone head for getting into the accident in the first place.
GTKY: How do you like your eggs? Really any way, because they are delicious. Scrambled, sunny side up with buttered toast for the yolks, omlettes, poached in a delicious benedict, deviled. Aaaaaaand now I want breakfast for dinner.
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