Quite possibly dumb question, but is there anywhere in FF that you can indicate that you went off BC? I have an IUD, and I just got a profile and whatnot, and I even recorded what was most probably what would have been a period (I haven't had a real one in years), but I want some way to mark that I go off BC April 9.
I'm not temping, never have, so take this with a grain of salt. I just had my Mirena out on Friday. I'm counting that as CD1 because it caused more blood than I've had since my first Mirena was put in back in 2008. My doctor also recommended that I wait a couple of months to TTC to allow my uterus to rebuild it's lining.
Which is why I have that area blocked from sharing, tyvm. I don't need anyone to know just how far the crazy extends, really.
(also, I have all my vitamins and supplements listed separately, so that's like 12 boxes already, but it's how I remember to take everything every day)
haha, I have a separate app for meds. It buzzes at me so I remember. I tried using FF for meds, but I didn't like it much.
Med Safe. It's really simple to use, but also has lots of features.
Thanks. For some reason, my GP (after me informing him that I'm really bad about remembering pills) thought it would be a good idea to give me a weekly pill. It took me 3 days to remember to take the first one. I still struggle with daily pills (like PNVs). I don't know how I managed to take my BC every day.
ETA: I have no idea why I didn't think to look for an app for that.
Med Safe. It's really simple to use, but also has lots of features.
Thanks. For some reason, my GP (after me informing him that I'm really bad about remembering pills) thought it would be a good idea to give me a weekly pill. It took me 3 days to remember to take the first one. I still struggle with daily pills (like PNVs). I don't know how I managed to take my BC every day.
ETA: I have no idea why I didn't think to look for an app for that.
I put it on my grandma's phone after she had surgery and was having to keep track of pain meds. I put it on mine because I had trouble with the pnv. I used a regular phone alarm for my bcp back in the day.
This may be silly, but what would you need a 24 hour catch for? What does it show?
For me, they were looking for my creatinine, glucose, and volume levels. I was being tested for diabetes insipidus.
Pre-e here too, ie spilling protein. Though they tested creatinine as well. No idea why. I was being shuffled around so many doc's at that point, I didn't care.
I just posted this in the WTDS thread, but I can XP here:
I noticed yesterday that on the Wondfo OPK it says that the strip and urine have to be at room temperature - how long do you let your collection sit out before it's cooled off enough to test?
Which is why I have that area blocked from sharing, tyvm. I don't need anyone to know just how far the crazy extends, really.
(also, I have all my vitamins and supplements listed separately, so that's like 12 boxes already, but it's how I remember to take everything every day)
How do you turn this off? My crazy is showing and it'd be nice to shove it under the rug so only I know it's there.
Which is why I have that area blocked from sharing, tyvm. I don't need anyone to know just how far the crazy extends, really.
(also, I have all my vitamins and supplements listed separately, so that's like 12 boxes already, but it's how I remember to take everything every day)
How do you turn this off? My crazy is showing and it'd be nice to shove it under the rug so only I know it's there.
At the top, click on Sharing and then Setup - uncheck the box called "Publish Special, Custom Signs, mood and energy data"
Post by mustloveerica on Mar 10, 2015 7:37:58 GMT -5
I have one. I tried OPKs for the first time ever this cycle. I never got anywhere close to a positive. I only got squinters even with doing them twice a day. Today it was stark white and my temp was up. I got up super late (stupid alarm fail) so my time is way off. So either I O'd and never got a positive or I haven't O'd yet. Is it weird/bad that I didn't get anything but squinters?
I have one. I tried OPKs for the first time ever this cycle. I never got anywhere close to a positive. I only got squinters even with doing them twice a day. Today it was stark white and my temp was up. I got up super late (stupid alarm fail) so my time is way off. So either I O'd and never got a positive or I haven't O'd yet. Is it weird/bad that I didn't get anything but squinters?
Not everyone will see a positive OPK, which is why temping is so important. Your surge may be really short, and you might miss the surge. Just keep temping and hopefully you'll see ovulation in your chart.
I have one. I tried OPKs for the first time ever this cycle. I never got anywhere close to a positive. I only got squinters even with doing them twice a day. Today it was stark white and my temp was up. I got up super late (stupid alarm fail) so my time is way off. So either I O'd and never got a positive or I haven't O'd yet. Is it weird/bad that I didn't get anything but squinters?
Not everyone will see a positive OPK, which is why temping is so important. Your surge may be really short, and you might miss the surge. Just keep temping and hopefully you'll see ovulation in your chart.
Yup, this cycle I learned that I can get a random positive OPK days before ovulation. And negative in days later but prior to O. And these were the smiley face ones so no interpretation needed. I am currently in a fight with OPKs.
I have one. I tried OPKs for the first time ever this cycle. I never got anywhere close to a positive. I only got squinters even with doing them twice a day. Today it was stark white and my temp was up. I got up super late (stupid alarm fail) so my time is way off. So either I O'd and never got a positive or I haven't O'd yet. Is it weird/bad that I didn't get anything but squinters?
anecdote/ I know SMU or testing in the afternoon is what is generally recommended for OPKs, but after trying them out for a few cycles the only time I was able to turn it positive was with FMU. If I drink any water or coffee during the day I can't hold it long enough for the LH to build up enough to turn a test in the afternoon.
Are you holding it at least 2-3 hours before testing? If you are, are you drinking a lot of water (or anything else) during that time? Too short of a hold or too diluted can make it tougher to catch positive OPKs.
This is a total newbie question but here goes.. When is the earliest, most reliable time (DPO) to take a hpt? Or is it one of those things where you can't have your cake and eat it too?
Like PP said, it depends on the test. I have a few in my cabinet and they all have a note on the side of the box with the % accuracy based on days before a missed period.
This is a total newbie question but here goes.. When is the earliest, most reliable time (DPO) to take a hpt? Or is it one of those things where you can't have your cake and eat it too?
Like PP said, it depends on the test. I have a few in my cabinet and they all have a note on the side of the box with the % accuracy based on days before a missed period.
Correct me if I'm wrong but "days before a missed period" is based off the idea that women don't know their LP and the default (not even average) is 14 days. Thus when it says 4 days before a missed period. It means 10/11 DPO.
Correct me if I'm wrong but "days before a missed period" is based off the idea that women don't know their LP and the default (not even average) is 14 days. Thus when it says 4 days before a missed period. It means 10/11 DPO.
This is correct. And it's useless information. "Four days before your missed period" means exactly nothing. In fact, saying accuracy of tests at days post ovulation means mostly nothing.
What matters is when implantation happens because that's when hCG starts to be made. Implantations happens at 7-10 days post ovulation so someone who implanted at 7 days will turn a test sooner than someone who implanted at 10 days. Or, someone who churns out hCG faster will turn a test sooner than someone who makes it slightly slower.
But all of these little things are happening within days of each other. We're talking about a difference of 3-4 days.
I guess my point is to not get too caught up in any of it. If you want to test at 10 days post ovulation, then knock your socks off. If it's negative, then test again in a day or two. That's all you can do since implantation cannot be pinpointed.
I have a question about chemicals. I work with animals and have been wondering about two things. First is the flea and tick shampoo that we use, and I know that one of my coworkers who is currently pregnant avoids that, which I suspect is the best thing to do. The other I'm more concerned about is the cleaner that we use to clean the kennels every night. I don't actually know what the cleaning agent in it is, but it has such a strong scent that I worry that it can't possibly be good for me, especially with TTC/pregnancy.
Does anyone know of any good resources out there for what chemicals/cleaning supplies should be avoided?
Post by OrganicRosemary on Mar 10, 2015 10:18:03 GMT -5
I don't really have a question. But, I'll come out to play. I'm just waiting for my cycle to return so we can start trying for #2. LO is almost one...waaah. I'm still bfing and she's still waking at night to eat, just once. Ok, I lied I do have a question-is there any sense in starting to temp in an attempt to see when my cycle might be coming back? I never thought I'd want my period back. I'm pretty sure it won't come back until I get my stress level back to a decent level. :/
I have a question about chemicals. I work with animals and have been wondering about two things. First is the flea and tick shampoo that we use, and I know that one of my coworkers who is currently pregnant avoids that, which I suspect is the best thing to do. The other I'm more concerned about is the cleaner that we use to clean the kennels every night. I don't actually know what the cleaning agent in it is, but it has such a strong scent that I worry that it can't possibly be good for me, especially with TTC/pregnancy.
Does anyone know of any good resources out there for what chemicals/cleaning supplies should be avoided?
Don't make assumptions. Strong odors don't necessarily mean bad. No smell doesn't necessarily mean good.
Find out the names of what is in it. Google it. Search for it. They must have it somewhere. Then look up things about it (not just scare-mongering articles, either). Make a decision for you based on science and fact, not hunches or feelz.
I have a question about chemicals. I work with animals and have been wondering about two things. First is the flea and tick shampoo that we use, and I know that one of my coworkers who is currently pregnant avoids that, which I suspect is the best thing to do. The other I'm more concerned about is the cleaner that we use to clean the kennels every night. I don't actually know what the cleaning agent in it is, but it has such a strong scent that I worry that it can't possibly be good for me, especially with TTC/pregnancy.
Does anyone know of any good resources out there for what chemicals/cleaning supplies should be avoided?
You could look up the SDS, or Safety Data Sheet (formerly known as MSDS) on these chemicals. The company that makes them has to provide them.
I have a question about chemicals. I work with animals and have been wondering about two things. First is the flea and tick shampoo that we use, and I know that one of my coworkers who is currently pregnant avoids that, which I suspect is the best thing to do. The other I'm more concerned about is the cleaner that we use to clean the kennels every night. I don't actually know what the cleaning agent in it is, but it has such a strong scent that I worry that it can't possibly be good for me, especially with TTC/pregnancy.
Does anyone know of any good resources out there for what chemicals/cleaning supplies should be avoided?
You could look up the SDS, or Safety Data Sheet (formerly known as MSDS) on these chemicals. The company that makes them has to provide them.
I strongly suggest doing this. If you need help, I can help you.
Thanks joy, and ♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪, I probably should have spent a little more time on Google before posting. I found the SDS for it, but I'm not sure exactly what I'm looking for on it.
Thanks joy, and ♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪, I probably should have spent a little more time on Google before posting. I found the SDS for it, but I'm not sure exactly what I'm looking for on it.
This is a total newbie question but here goes.. When is the earliest, most reliable time (DPO) to take a hpt? Or is it one of those things where you can't have your cake and eat it too?
also, if you haven't seen it (from the newbie blog):
You should really read it all since you are working with it, but for this question, the part I went to right away is Section VI - Health Hazard Data. This is where most of the information you need can be found. From my knowledge, after reading, it does not appear that this is something that should concern you too much, as long as you follow the guide for use. However, at the end of the document, in Section IX - Special Precautions, there is the ever-present CA warning - "Warning: Components present in this material which the state of California has found to cause cancer or reproductive harm."
If you really want to dive in, look at Section II - Ingredients and Identity Information. This is much like the ingredients list that you see on the Nutritional Facts of foods you buy. You can research these components to determine your level of risk from exposure and routes of entry.
I found these documents to be somewhat helpful (note that the second is actually from Canada, so US regulations may vary):
You should really read it all since you are working with it, but for this question, the part I went to right away is Section VI - Health Hazard Data. This is where most of the information you need can be found. From my knowledge, after reading, it does not appear that this is something that should concern you too much, as long as you follow the guide for use. However, at the end of the document, in Section IX - Special Precautions, there is the ever-present CA warning - "Warning: Components present in this material which the state of California has found to cause cancer or reproductive harm."
If you really want to dive in, look at Section II - Ingredients and Identity Information. This is much like the ingredients list that you see on the Nutritional Facts of foods you buy. You can research these components to determine your level of risk from exposure and routes of entry.
I found these documents to be somewhat helpful (note that the second is actually from Canada, so US regulations may vary):
You should really read it all since you are working with it, but for this question, the part I went to right away is Section VI - Health Hazard Data. This is where most of the information you need can be found. From my knowledge, after reading, it does not appear that this is something that should concern you too much, as long as you follow the guide for use. However, at the end of the document, in Section IX - Special Precautions, there is the ever-present CA warning - "Warning: Components present in this material which the state of California has found to cause cancer or reproductive harm."
If you really want to dive in, look at Section II - Ingredients and Identity Information. This is much like the ingredients list that you see on the Nutritional Facts of foods you buy. You can research these components to determine your level of risk from exposure and routes of entry.
I found these documents to be somewhat helpful (note that the second is actually from Canada, so US regulations may vary):
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