State of the Ute - 02/04/15

[EllenGriswold]

1. Where are you in your journey?
Trying since Nov. 2013, I'm on CD 30 today, no idea when I ovulated this month.

2. Are you testing this week?
Unlikely. Since I don't know when I o'd I'm planning on just waiting it out.

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
I'm too busy right now to worry about TTC which is kind of great.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I like reading, running, going out to dinner, playing with my dogs, shopping, baking, and puzzles. Right now I'm in the middle of studying for the bar exam so I have ZERO free time. I have a running list in my head of all the things I want to do once I'm done!

[EllieT]

1. Where are you in your journey?
CD2 cycle whatever, been TTC since Nov 2013

2. Are you testing this week?
Nope

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
Yesterday was supposed to be 7 dpo but turned into CD 1 instead. So either I didn't O or that was a really short and useless LP. Oh did I mention this was our last try with Clomid. Nothing will happen now until mid March when we have a consult with my RE. It's quite possible we won't get to do anything at all until like October....

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I'm an obsessed knitter. It's all I do really

[tiptoetulips]

1. TTC since June '13. TTCAL cycle 3 cd 29 13dpo
2. Bfn this morning
3. Had my first re appt today it went pretty well
4. I'm a avid crafter paper crafting Is my main forte but I dabble in sewing

[july]

1) D&C for missed miscarriage last week. Everything went smoothly and I seem to be healing fast. OB said we could try next cycle. Mentally, I am giving myself three cycles to really care since things can still be wonky.

2) No testing. I have been starting to temp again to get in the habit.

3) Waiting sucks. It will likely be mid March before we can try again. It freaks me out that I haven't been more emotional about this. I never gained much attachment to this pregnancy. It was one week of excitement and four weeks of anxiety. Every week was something new to worry about.

4) I am pretty boring. Since I don't have to save vacation this year, I have been looking at vacation ideas.

[daisy]

1. Where are you in your journey? Cycle 8, CD11

2. Are you testing this week? Started OPKs yesterday

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.? I just want to be pregnant. I'm over TTC sex.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time? I'm trying to get back into the gym and running habit. Otherwise, I watch a crap-ton of tv and play board games.

[cgpm]

Feb 4, 2015 14:38:32 GMT -5 scm1011 said:

Feb 4, 2015 13:18:10 GMT -5 cgpm said:

3. We could have had decent timing this month if we had done it last night, but DH's friend called to tell him that his wife is pregnant. 

Hugs, lady. I had a similar "this isn't fair!" fit last week when we found out that DH's cousin, who is unemployed and lives in her parents' basement, is pregnant with her 3rd "surprise" baby in 4 years.

Ugh.  That sucks too.  And I almost feel guilty for not feeling happy for them.  But then I realized I don't really like him so that may be clouding my judgement.

[cgpm]

Feb 4, 2015 13:34:00 GMT -5 callmehales said:

because the second she wants to discuss her first grandchild (which KILLS me that it's not mine), 

I would totally be upset about this too.  My FSIL has already told me that she knows I can't plan or anything, but they are going to start trying right after their wedding next January.  And she knows my whole situation.    I was like, um...thanks for letting me know???  I pray that I will be pregnant before then.

[MrsMB]

I just want to thank everyone...either for not noticing or not saying anything. The last question was supposed to read, "peeing" and not "peeking." Although, I guess we do a whole lot of peeking though!!! AmIright?! Goodness knows I held mine up to the light yesterday!

[Mushe]

Feb 4, 2015 17:26:19 GMT -5 MrsMB said:

I just want to thank everyone...either for not noticing or not saying anything. The last question was supposed to read, "peeing" and not "peeking." Although, I guess we do a whole lot of peeking though!!! AmIright?! Goodness knows I held mine up to the light yesterday!

I maaaaay have grabbed old tests on occasion, and held them up to the light.  You know, to see if they magically grew a second line. 

[tiptoetulips]

Feb 4, 2015 19:10:22 GMT -5 Mushe said:

Feb 4, 2015 17:26:19 GMT -5 MrsMB said:

I just want to thank everyone...either for not noticing or not saying anything. The last question was supposed to read, "peeing" and not "peeking." Although, I guess we do a whole lot of peeking though!!! AmIright?! Goodness knows I held mine up to the light yesterday!

I maaaaay have grabbed old tests on occasion, and held them up to the light.  You know, to see if they magically grew a second line. 

I have that issue now with my miscarriage I tested at 10 dpo it was nagative on the wondfo tested the next morning got a positive frer. I emptied the trash and my test the day before had a line. I can't help myself it's bad. 

[lms]

1. TTC since Nov '13, cd 14, 3 DPO
2. No tests this week
3. This is the last cycle of us just trying. H will be gone by the end of the month. Before he goes we'll freeze sperm so I can do IUI's while he's gone. 2 weeks from today is supposed to be CD1. With it being our last shot I'm sure I'll start testing early so we can get the appointment set for H to supply his sperm.
4. I try to spend my time crocheting. I also watch a lot of tv.

[rt2008]

1. Where are you in your journey? TTC #2.  Loss #3 back in December.  CD7.



2. Are you testing this week? No



3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.? Just excited to start back up again.  With a plan in place with my doc for when I get pregnant again, I'm hoping to avoid loss #4. 



4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?  I like to run, but honestly haven't been keeping up with it as much since my last half marathon back in September.  I also like to read and watch tv when I have time.

[msmerymac]

1) Cycle 6, CD 24
2) Possibly this weekend
3) Had my cycle not been wonky, we would have gotten the timing way better this cycle. But if my temps can be believed, I didn't O until CD21, and only had sex on CD 13 and CD 16. :/ So it doesn't look good.
4) beer tasting (but hey, I wouldn't mind putting that on hold), reading, movies, biking and hiking (casually), playing with my cats and cooking.

[konapoppy]

1. Where are you in your journey?
Trying since March 2014 with one m/c. Just took a break for a few months.


2. Are you testing this week?
Opks, but I am so stressed, cd1 was a week early last cycle. Things are off.


3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
I am down about how long it is taking (yes, I know I took a few months off so I shouldn't complain!). Hopefully I will get a sticky pregnancy I'm the next few months.


4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
Play with my pups, read and watch good tv!

[loira]

1. CD19 (O day according to my OPKs), Cycle 2 TTCAL#4
2. Nope
3. Not unless you count venting about being exhausted by my hump marathon, since I normally O on CD15-16. My 20 year old self would undoubtedly be surprised to hear me complain about having sex lol.
4. I go to museums, I plan trips, I work out or run. I love cooking, too.

ETA: Good luck with your surgery today HoneySpider!

[loira]

Feb 4, 2015 19:33:35 GMT -5 tiptoetulips said:

Feb 4, 2015 19:10:22 GMT -5 Mushe said:

I maaaaay have grabbed old tests on occasion, and held them up to the light.  You know, to see if they magically grew a second line. 

I have that issue now with my miscarriage I tested at 10 dpo it was nagative on the wondfo tested the next morning got a positive frer. I emptied the trash and my test the day before had a line. I can't help myself it's bad. 

Ugh, this is totally me. I've had enough positives on a cheapie to know exactly where the line is. You know when the moon is half full or crescent, and your brain completes the circle for you? Yeah, that's what my brain does with HPTs.

[callmehales]

Feb 5, 2015 13:15:08 GMT -5 loira said:

3. Not unless you count venting about being exhausted by my hump marathon, since I normally O on CD15-16. My 20 year old self would undoubtedly be surprised to hear me complain about having sex lol.

i legit thought i strained something this time around when O'd 2 days late.  omg.

[Mushe]

HoneySpider - thinking of you today! I hope you're all done, and resting comfortably at home.

[MrsMB]

Feb 5, 2015 16:35:52 GMT -5 Mushe said:

HoneySpider - thinking of you today! I hope you're all done, and resting comfortably at home.

Yeah, She'll be back tomorrow Everything went well, according to what she posted on WC earlier. She's got some pain meds...if needed. HoneySpider 

[Mushe]

Feb 5, 2015 17:21:48 GMT -5 MrsMB said:

Feb 5, 2015 16:35:52 GMT -5 Mushe said:

HoneySpider - thinking of you today! I hope you're all done, and resting comfortably at home.

Yeah, She'll be back tomorrow Everything went well, according to what she posted on WC earlier. She's got some pain meds...if needed. HoneySpider 

Thanks, Mel!  I forget that she has a different home board.

[shauni27]

1. Where are you in your journey? Still cycle 18, cycle day 29

2. Are you testing this week? I tested Tuesday and it was negative, but I am now 4 days late with no sign of AF.

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.? What the hell is going on with my cycle?  2 years of being off BCP and everything was normal.  I was ovulating.  I had 25/26 day cycles.  Everything was fine.  This was my first cycle  on Clomid, and not only did my OPKS say I never ovulated, but now my cycle is crazy long.  No idea what is going on, and I am frustrated.  I just want to start the next cycle.

I have also been crazy depressed.  I spoke with my doctor and have doubled my medications and I have an appointment with a psychiatrist next week who specializes in infertility.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time? Sleep, run, crossfit, cocktails with friends.

[shauni27]

Feb 4, 2015 13:34:00 GMT -5 callmehales said:

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.? found out friday night at dinner my little sister is 11 wks.  DH made up an excuse so we didn't have to sit around after eating and discuss.  sobbed the whole way home.  still feel nauseous whenever i think about it.  not looking forward to finally telling my mom about our TTTC, but i'm gonna have to.  because the second she wants to discuss her first grandchild (which KILLS me that it's not mine), i'll have to tell her i cannot talk about it, we've been trying over a year and oh yeah i've got an appt with the fertility doc in 2 weeks. 

Oh my god, I am so sorry.  That would do me in.  It is hard enough having all of my best friends be pregnant around me, having my LITTLE SISTER announce would likely kill me dead.

I am so, so sorry for the heartbreak you must be feeling.

[HoneySpider]

Thanks for thinking of me yesterday! Everything went well, today Im actually feeling pretty good pain-wise mainly just feeling like my body was hit by a truck. But overall can't complain

[Mushe]

Feb 6, 2015 9:29:15 GMT -5 HoneySpider said:

Thanks for thinking of me yesterday! Everything went well, today Im actually feeling pretty good pain-wise mainly just feeling like my body was hit by a truck. But overall can't complain

I'm so glad it went well! Hopefully you've got a long weekend of lounging around with movies and books to help you recover.

[raangoli]

I'm so glad to hear that it all went well HoneySpider! I hope you get lots of rest and good news in the next few months

[laurao]

1. Where are you in your journey?
Trying for a Second since 12/2013, two miscarriages in 2014 and a diagnosis of a uterine fibroid. second cycle off the bench. CD23/8DPO

2. Are you testing this week?
yesm if my temps are still high I will test around 11 or 12 DPO I think. I'm hopeful this cycle, as our timing was identical to my last two BFPs (which ended in losses)

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
Our household is sick, so it's survival mode this TWW. One way to pass the time.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
Making photobooks, DIY with DH, traveling, learning to sew

[noodle]

Hi, I've been lurking on this board and finally ready to participate

1. We've been off BC and sort of TTC since 10/14, but after a few months of just hoping we'll get pregnant, I'm now starting to chart.  CD6 today

2. Nope

3. I'm going to a baby shower in two weeks and dreading it because I KNOW the mom-to-be is going to ask about when H and I are going to have a baby.  She might try to be subtle or jokey about it, but I know I'm going to hear something. She asked about us trying when she told us she was pregnant.

4. In my spare time, I cook, bake, snuggle with my 2 kitties, and we bought a house this fall, so I'm obsessively watching HGTV and looking decorating and furniture inspiration.

[Susie]

1. Where are you in your journey?
CD1.  Cycle 5.

2. Are you testing this week?
Nope.

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
Le sigh.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I'm a triathlete.  But all my tri club friends are registering (or have long since registered) for their summer 2015 race season and are training for their June races.  I'm ... hoping I'll have a reason why I can't race on a bike this summer?  But since getting PG is taking longer than I'd hoped, I have no good answer when people ask at club meetings "oh, so which races are you doing this year?"  Ugh.  I'm on the board of the club, so I can't just avoid it.  Oh well.

[swiftlyirun]

Feb 8, 2015 20:00:58 GMT -5 Susie said:

1. Where are you in your journey?
CD1.  Cycle 5.

2. Are you testing this week?
Nope.

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
Le sigh.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I'm a triathlete.  But all my tri club friends are registering (or have long since registered) for their summer 2015 race season and are training for their June races.  I'm ... hoping I'll have a reason why I can't race on a bike this summer?  But since getting PG is taking longer than I'd hoped, I have no good answer when people ask at club meetings "oh, so which races are you doing this year?"  Ugh.  I'm on the board of the club, so I can't just avoid it.  Oh well.

I so intimately understand this. It's taking some serious willpower not to go sign up for a spring marathon and every time I tell someone I'm not, I get a raised eyebrow... I can't avoid my running friends either since I work with a lot of them. I've found it helps if I'm just like "I'm focusing on 5K speed" or something like that. Maybe you can just tell them you're really focusing on then running this year so that you'll totally dominate XYZ race in 2016?

[pantaloons55]

Joining in today... a week late

1. Where are you in your journey?
TTCAL, Cycle 1, CD 10

2. Are you testing this week?
No, I haven't started using OPKs yet, and I'm hesitant to start. I watch fertility signs and we HIO in the range that O normally happens

3. Any thoughts, vents, etc.?
I'm having a rough week related to some other health challenges, and have been feeling low. I'm ready for winter to be over.

4. When not peeking on OPK's/PG tests, what do you like to do in your spare time?
As per above I'm not peeing on all the things just yet, but I'm sure I probably will cave over the next few months if we don't get a sticky bfp.

Spare time, I love to read, spend time in nature (mostly a summertime endeavor, I don't love the cold) and I like to do anything artistic. I find the painting, drawing, crafting has fallen off over the last few years, but I'm picking up knitting. I have a giant bag of yarn from Michaels in my basement just waiting for me to commit to the next project. I'm looking forward to doing it, but I'm having trouble starting it for some reason.