TTC Check In!

Sewilson33

Hey Ladies! Happy Thursday!

How many months/cycles have you been TTC?

Where are you in your cycle?

Any plans for testing this week?

Have you done anything different or plan to?

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life?

Thoughts, questions, concerns?

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started?

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with?

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own?

GoodWolf

I've been waiting for this all week! Happy Thursday all

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? First cycle, woot!

Where are you in your cycle? CD9 (going a bit crazy waiting to O)

Any plans for testing this week? Nope.

Have you done anything different or plan to? I've cut down to one normal sized cup of coffee a day, I've been drinking more green tea to help with CM, and I'm being more diligent with taking my prenatals. And I stopped biking to work, I think I was over exercising which threw off my cycles... we'll see if that's true.

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? Just getting used to actually TTC! And trying to get out of my own head so that I can just relax (goooosfraaabaaaa...) which is harder than I expected. I started yoga yesterday, so I hope that helps.

Thoughts, questions, concerns? None yet.

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? New girl, Walking Dead... can't think of others, but I know there are more.

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? I'd like to try a home birth. I don't know if my insurance will cover it, so if not we'll be doing a free standing birth center. I really want to try a water birth. And all of this is best case scenario, I know my plans could very well go out the window.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? We have a vitamix and I'm hoping to make my own. We'll see when the time comes though

blueeyedblossom

How many months/cycles have you been TTC?
13 off BC, 10/5

Where are you in your cycle?
CD27/10DPO

Any plans for testing this week?
I am a peeaholic.. so I test like a crazy woman. BFN still today, I have AF like cramps, so we will see. my temp dropped some, but is still about cover line. Hopefully tomorrows temps will give some insight.

Have you done anything different or plan to?

Nope, maybe next cycle I'll start some green tea. 

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life?

Meh, not really. 

Thoughts, questions, concerns?

I know it's been asked before, but can I drink the green tea cold, or does is have to be hot?

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with?

I want to go all natural, go with the flow. I'd like to try a water birth, but who knows what will end up happening when the time gets here.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own?

I would love to make my own.

LuckyAngel07

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? 15 months/12 cycles 

Where are you in your cycle? CD 33 - 6 DPO 

Any plans for testing this week? What're you nuts? 

Have you done anything different or plan to? Ate pineapple core 1-5 DPO; been drinking about 8 oz of pomegranate juice daily as well. 

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? I'm just so on edge to get DH's SA results. I'm praying so hard that everything is okay with him. Thoughts, questions, concerns? Possibly TMI: related to Monday's post about having a yeast infection. I used Monistat 1. I used it last year when I got a yeast infection for the 3rd month in a row when AF arrived. It knocked it out almost immediately. This time, not so much. Still itching like crazy, and the discharge is still going. My gyn's office said they recommend the 7-day treatment rather than 1, but to give it a couple of more days to clear up. I'm debating whether I should get the 7-pack treatment or pay for the gyn appt to get it cultured. Anyone have any thoughts/experiences? I don't deal with these often so I feel a little uneducated about the whole process. 

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? I'm looking forward to Bones! Yes, I know it already started, but I'm DVRing it until I can actually watch LAST season, which hasn't been available anywhere in its entirety to view before this season started. 

Once Upon a Time had a great season premier, and I liked The Crazy Ones premier, too. Still need to watch BBT's premier; I love that show! And, of course, I can't wait for Walking Dead to start back up! 

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? I have no delusions of being able to do it naturally. I want to be in a hospital, with drugs, and just pray I don't need to be cut. CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? Make it!! My mom made it for my little brothers (for all of us, probably, but I can't remember that far back!) and my sister made it for my niece. It's not hard at all, and I think it really helps babies actually LIKE more food.

LuckyAngel07

blueeyedblossom said:

Thoughts, questions, concerns?

I know it's been asked before, but can I drink the green tea cold, or does is have to be hot?

Yup, cold is fine.

Sewilson33

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? 10 MONTHS/10 cycles

Where are you in your cycle? CD25/ I think 8DPO maybe 9.

Any plans for testing this week? Um no...

Have you done anything different or plan to? I went all month without temping and for some god forsaken reason I temped after I woke up this morning just to seeee and was 98.7 which is normal around this time. Blah I should hide my thermometer.

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? I can tell DH is starting to get more anxious about TTC now. He is finally realizing that it is taken longer than expected and I can see it is causing some concerns in his head. I'm really okay not temping though... I feel so much less stress it's wonderful.

Thoughts, questions, concerns?

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? I can't wait for Walking Dead, CHicago Fire is back on, Big Bang, Parent hood, I started watching Hostages which I am liking.

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? I will probably walk in the door screaming for an epidural, I hate pain, if I can avoid feeling it I will. I am not a natural birth kind of gal, many kudos for those who can handle that but I cannot.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? I would probably just buy my own but I might experiment with some veggies. I think it would be fun to mix it up for the baby.

Sewilson33

@luckyangel07 - I get them allll the time. I take Yeast Guard once a day it is a "vitamin" to keep the pH level balanced and prevents yeast infections.
Also I never believe the Monistat 1 I only buy the 3 day which works for me. I might think about getting it cultured because if Monistat 1 had no effect it could be bacterial and you could need a prescription.

mrsskiz

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? I will say 4 months/4 cycles

Where are you in your cycle? 25/8-9dpo

Any plans for testing this week? Nope waiting until Tuesday to see if AF shows

Have you done anything different or plan to? I lowered my alcohol intake after O

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? Eh, I have been in a funk for the last few days and I dont know why. I dont get PMS, so Im not really sure what its all about. Hopefully getting back to the gym next week will perk me up a bit

Thoughts, questions, concerns?

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? We have finally started watching Breaking Bad from the beginning. Just my normal crime dramas

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? Drugged. Plain and simple. I am a sissy and I have not a problem admitting it. I made it through 4 serious contractions last time when I thought I was super man before I was crying for the epidural. Granted, I progressed very very quickly so I dont know if that has anything to do with it.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? I would like to do homemade if I have the time.

PandPMeant2B

How many months/cycles have you been TTC?
2

Where are you in your cycle?
CD 23/9DPO

Any plans for testing this week?
Going to try and wait to see if AF is a no show Tuesday, but I might POAS on Sunday. For some stupid reason, I think taking a HPT before I actually miss AF will jinx something.  I'm an idiot. 

Have you done anything different or plan to?

Cut out most of the alcohol (not that it was ever a lot, but instead of having 2-3 drinks when we're out, I'll only have 1 now). Sidenote, H and I went out to dinner on Tuesday. You shudda seen the side-eye I got from the woman who overheard H say "If you are pregnant," as I took a sip of wine. Mind your own damn business, lady!

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life?

Not really... nothing worth complaining about, nor cause for celebration.

Thoughts, questions, concerns?

Nah

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with?

I haven't really thought too much about it. It will probably be in a hospital... with drugs. I agree with @LuckyAngel07; I'm not a martyr. 

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own?

Probably a little bit of both, but I'd like to make most of it.

brij2006

@luckyangel07 I always had good luck with the AZO yeast pills. I believe you take them for 7 days to cure it, and you can take one a day to help prevent them in the future.

callitcompulsive

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? Third cycle.

Where are you in your cycle? CD3

Any plans for testing this week? Newp
 
Have you done anything different or plan to? I'm trying to drink more water. Mayhaps that's why I  had like zero good cm last month. :shrugs: besides, healthy, better than my delicious aspatrame laden diet icy tea, etc yada yada

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? This will most likely be our last cycle really trying for a while since H is going back to overnights at the end of the month... you  know, once he's done training the broad who got the position he was turned down for. no, I'm not still pissed about that. at all.
 
Thoughts, questions, concerns? Nope.

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? I need Game of Thrones to come back. In the meantime, I'm glad Boardwalk Empire and Homeland are back, and all my usual CBS shows. I was getting tired of re-runs.

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? I don't care. I'd prefer if someone just left one on my door step. Seems relatively easy and painless.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own?  I'd probably try my hand at making my own.

transponster

Quick update: it's CD1 today. I've got bloodwork on Monday because CD3 is on a weekend and I'm out of town anyways. I don't know what's next, but I'm hopeful to get a plan soon. I'm pumped HIMYM is back, I'll try to deliver naturally, and I'll try to make my own baby food if I can.

LuckyAngel07

transponster said:

Quick update: it's CD1 today. I've got bloodwork on Monday because CD3 is on a weekend and I'm out of town anyways. 

Booo AF! I'm sorry hun. Take it easy this weekend, and I hope your bw results are good!

callitcompulsive

LuckyAngel07 said:

transponster said:

Quick update: it's CD1 today. I've got bloodwork on Monday because CD3 is on a weekend and I'm out of town anyways. 

Booo AF! I'm sorry hun. Take it easy this weekend, and I hope your bw results are good!

Ditto!

transponster

Thanks Lucky and CC. I'm doing good, actually, for it being CD1. Like I said, I'm actually hopeful for what's to come

transponster

Plus I'm going on a brewery tour tomorrow and get 3 free beers.

islandmonkey8

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? 9 months/cycle 5

Where are you in your cycle? CD 34

Any plans for testing this week? Nope

Have you done anything different or plan to? upping the Clomid next cycle

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? I've been having a hard time with TTC this week. I can't wait for our anniversary next week and vacation in November. The stress relief is MUCH needed.

Thoughts, questions, concerns? Not this week.

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? I'm enjoying Agents of SHIELD and Sleepy Hollow. I don't think we started watching anything else new this season.

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? Not a clue. 

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? I would LOVE to make my own, but for convenience may buy. I dunno. 

Sewilson33

@fembrist Good luck with your first cycle trying!

DangerMuffin23

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? 15 months off BC

1yr ttc, 13-14 cycles

Where are you in your cycle?  CD 24, 10dpo

Any plans for testing this week? trying to wait till AF no-shows, so maybe tuesday

Have you done anything different or plan to?  If AF shows then more bloodwork on cd3 and an HSG following that. DH's SA is scheduled for the 11th.

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life?  Got a call from the doctors today with my "results". Thought it was my progesterone/bloodwork results but it was just my cervical swab coming back with a minor yeast infection, lol. I'm not even having any symptoms. Guess that's a bonus, but I was dissapointed the results weren't for my bloodwork

Thoughts, questions, concerns? Pretty sure AF is on her way :-( Just feeling general malaise today and what could be mild cramping.

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started?  Walking Dead, HIMYM, already watching the Michael J Fox show.

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with?  Natural if possible, I would really like a water birth.  But I'm not anti-drugs. If I've tried my best and want to kill someone I'm not against 'em.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own?  I would like to make my own, but we'll see.

GoodWolf

@DangerMuffin23 @PandPMeant2B @Mrs.Skiz - You're all planning on testing next Tuesday! I'm hoping to O then. It's a big day

GL in your 2WW everyone! @Sewilson33, @LuckyAngel07 & @blueeyedblossom

I've got everything crossable crossed for you ladies.

lindsayandjamie

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? TTA AL 

Where are you in your cycle? CD9 post d&c 

Any plans for testing this week? Nope. 

Have you done anything different or plan to? No ST for another week and I'm dying! My hormones make me want to jump DH but I'm not allowed!!! Frig me. 

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? This week is way better than last and way,way better than the week before. Getting excited to host (Canadian) Thanksgiving next weekend  

Thoughts, questions, concerns? Nope 

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? Modern Family, Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, all the Real Housewives 

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? Ideally a home birth next time. My first was a super fast med-free birth so assuming everything is normal, it is a real possibility. 

 CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? Both. Making purées is easy, but on the go the food pouches and mum-mums are invaluable.

MrsS728

How many months/cycles have you been TTC? 4 cycles

Where are you in your cycle? Started spotting today, so I guess tomorrow is CD1 :-/

Any plans for testing this week? Nope

Have you done anything different or plan to? SA results came back with VERY good results, so now it's working on getting me to ovulate and timing it with DH's multiple business trips in the next 2 months....

Any goods or bads in regards to TTC or life? What hasn't happened? DH's truck dumped tranny fluid, then the tow truck dropped hydaulic fluid all over the driveway, then DH left keys in the city. To cap it off....I fell last week and have been on crutches since. I tripped and my heel caught my leg and it swelled up like a softball and my other knee was skinned. My whole leg is black and blue. When it rains it pours.......

Thoughts, questions, concerns? Just frustrated with everything.

QOTD: What are some new shows you are looking forward to this season or maybe they already started? I'm liking The Michael J Fox Show.

CBHQ: What kind of birth plan would you want to go with? I will worry about that when the time comes. Right now my focus is on getting pregnant and surviving this school year.

CBHQ: Would you buy baby food or make your own? Both

callitcompulsive

@MrsS728 -- I totally understand what you're saying about when it rains it pours. FX that good news comes our way soon! This pouring is getting overwhelming.