Posts by Scott Wood10

Move this post over to the "Buy a Test" thread. At this point, we’ve already covered all the advice worth giving: just take a test or go see an OB-GYN. I’m not interested in any more circular arguments about this. Good luck.

For me, the absolute worst part is first thing in the morning 🙄

analogviper132 said:Quick question for anyone who’s pregnant or has been before 🙂

When did the morning sickness actually kick in for you? Like, how long after conception...

For me, I dealt with some mild, intermittent nausea around week 8, but once I hit week 9, things got serious and the vomiting really started.

I was using a Clearblue Mini test on day 31 of my cycle, around 5:00 PM—honestly, I can't even remember how many times I'd used the bathroom that day—and it still came back positive 😍
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It just goes to show that you don't always need those overpriced, high-end diagnostic kits to get an answer 😉
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We’re stepping into the eighth cycle now.... we'll just have to wait and see how it plays out...

My torture is finally over. My period arrived yesterday, the 26th; 😳
Ladies, congratulations! 😍😍

Douglas Taylor2 said:Hopefully there’s some better news waiting for me 😁 congrats on the positive result! I guess you should just watch what you eat, then maybe you won't have to deal with any issues 😁

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I feel like everything I’ve eaten over the last week has just triggered constant heartburn. It’s been relentless. 🙄
Today marks day 25 of my cycle. As far as symptoms go, I’m dealing with some very mild nausea and a general sense of fatigue, though I suspect the drowsiness might just be linked to the cramping. My breast tenderness has mostly subsided—they don't really hurt to the touch anymore—but my nipples are still quite sensitive. I’m also still seeing frequent spotting.
Only four days left to go. 😳

😍👍 Huge congratulations! 🙂
Enjoy every moment of this pregnancy... and please, reach out once in a while. 😁

Hey Jamie Gonzalez 😁, what’s the status report? Have you gone back to using a diaper again?

Hey there, ladies🙂 I’m just here to vent a little 🙂
I honestly need to get this off my chest. For the last few days, I’ve been dealing with a total stomach bug. It feels like everything I eat just goes straight through me without any hesitation.
Only one more week left to go.🙂

Hang in there, girls.😁

I’d give anything to have twins like those 😍

It’s only day two of my period, and it feels like this week is dragging on forever...☕
I keep staring at that little pregnancy test I picked up. Honestly, if I weren't so tight on cash right now, I’d head straight to the bathroom and just run through the whole line of tests. It would be a relief to just get the disappointment over with—at least then I wouldn't be losing sleep, waking up at 3:00 AM wondering "what if" instead of dealing with the reality of it.
It’s driving me crazy 😲

Steven Harris16 👍
Congrats on the upvote 😍😍

The soreness in my breasts has finally subsided. They’re still discolored, but the pain is gone. 🤷

I just feel incredibly bloated now, almost like I'm about to pop like a balloon. 🙄

James Ramos said:Thanks so much! I'll touch base again in about ten days or so. Hopefully, by then, I'll be feeling a bit more like myself.😍

Oh man, oh man... honestly, you have no idea how much weight is lifted off my shoulders just knowing I'm not the only one going through this. 😁
I am counting down the days until that next update—whatever it may be—just so I can finally breathe easy again.
Hang in there, Helly, I know exactly where you're coming from. If things start looking up, we might end up doing 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 and so on, until I hit my character limit.
Keep me posted on how everything develops.
kiss

p.s.: The limit is 10 emojis 🤣 [they warned me.]

Lisa Rivera said:You actually listened to me... 🙂

It’s only been two weeks since your last period, which means any symptoms you're feeling right now shouldn't be physically possible yet... You were supposed to have ovulated a few days ago, wasn't that the timeline? Even if conception actually occurred, there is simply no way it would have successfully implanted in the uterine lining just yet 🤷

I'm really not sure...
The only way this makes sense is if that last cycle wasn't actually your period. It could be anything at this point, and while you might be pregnant, we are talking about extreme speculation here. Just hold on until the 25th, and if your period hasn't arrived by then, go ahead and take a test 😉

As for those spots on your legs, I haven't the slightest clue what those might be 😬

To be honest, I swear to God, I don't even know how to track my ovulation myself. Monitoring my cervix is completely useless for me; there wasn't a single day during my entire cycle where I saw any stretchy mucus that would actually signal ovulation. 🤷

Last night, right before bed—around 9:30 PM—my stomach started acting up and sent me running to the bathroom. It wasn’t just a one-off, either; I was already hitting the restroom 6 or 7 times throughout the day yesterday. Then it happened again at 2:30, then near 6:30, then at 10:00... and now just a moment ago. :< WHEN IS THIS GOING TO END? 🙄
I might be totally overthinking this because I’m so desperate to see that positive test result, or maybe I’m dealing with some intense ovarian inflammation. 😢 I can feel this tightness in my lower abdomen here and there, though it isn't completely unbearable.
I tracked my temperature:
1. Around 9:30 AM: 36.2
2. Around 5:30 PM: 36.7
3. Before bed: 37

Look, I know I'm being irrational.☕

I just walked in, feeling completely empty😁

Even if it’s just some stupid PMS flare-up, my symptoms have never hit this early before🤷

I really don't want to waste money on some expensive pregnancy test just to see a negative result and feel let down... but then again, the suspense is going to kill me

My last period ended on April 27th, and it only lasted three days. We’ve been having regular intercourse since April 29th. It’s May 16th now, and my breasts are hurting so incredibly much. Honestly, if I have to walk up or down a flight of stairs, it’s unbearable—I practically have to hold them with my hands just to get through it. This level of discomfort is beyond irritating. On top of that, I haven't been drinking enough fluids, and I’m barely hitting the bathroom three times a day. Today, I only managed to make it to the restroom three times before noon. Usually, I don't wake up at all during the night, but for the last three days, I’ve been getting up constantly about two hours after falling asleep.
I'm trying to tell myself it's just PMS, but that feels a bit premature since I wouldn't expect my next one until May 25th.😕

Also... I’ve noticed these little spots appearing on my legs.🤷 Has anyone else dealt with symptoms like this?

I’ve been reading through everything here... and honestly, I could be facing some unwanted complications myself.
I was raised Catholic, though I’m currently a member of an Orthodox church. I grew up doing all the whole religious education thing—Sunday school, communion, the works. I was actually pretty active in the community too, helping out with youth ministry, camp counselors, charity work, teaching the kids... you name it.
As far as Confirmation goes, I didn't really have to go through a formal process. It was explained to me that since I had already been baptized in the Orthodox tradition, the sacrament of Confirmation was essentially covered. Anyway, about two or three years ago, my city was split into two different parishes, and based on that new boundary, I was moved to a different one.
By tradition, we’re supposed to get married in my church—but the actual building hasn't even been finished yet. For now, we’re using a renovated military base as a temporary space. 😕
We eventually decided that the wedding would take place at my old parish, so I immediately asked if there was any way the priest I grew up with could officiate our ceremony. That’s where I hit a wall. Apparently, NO, he can't do it. They told me it has to be a priest from the specific parish I officially belong to now. If we want him to perform the ceremony, we have to file a formal written request just to express our desire for him specifically...

placidjackal14 said:Nicholas’s bridal boutique... they actually have a location out in Indianapolis too, though I couldn't tell you the exact street address off the top of my head... personally, I found my dress there on the very first try!!!

www.vjencanicenikolina.hr

I’d suggest this particular boutique primarily for girls living in major metropolitan areas. It's an open secret that the latest collections are funneled toward big cities, while the outdated styles get sent off to smaller towns. Regardless, there's no denying they have a massive selection, but the staff can be pretty passive. When I walked in, the girl just told me, "PICK ONE." I tried on this huge satin gown—I looked absolutely "bombshell," but quite literally. She just mentioned it needed tailoring and that we could swap buttons for a tie closure if I preferred, but she failed to mention anything about wearing a slip underneath... anyway, to make a long story short...

I personally recommend

http://www.gogi.com

This salon is located in Virovitica, and if I recall correctly, they have a location in Bjelovar as well. They import their dresses from America, and they offer a huge variety of gowns in any fabric you desire; they even carry men's suits (for purchase only).
The prices are very reasonable. I rented mine for $767, and generally, prices range anywhere from $1,000 up to $5,000 for a first-time rental.
What I really appreciate about this shop is the woman working there; she is incredibly approachable and won't hesitate to tell you exactly what to look for, what can be adjusted, and what you can safely ignore. When you try on a dress, she'll even attempt to style your hair, almost like a mini-hairdresser, and help you pick out jewelry... she is totally dedicated to the process. I spent two hours at that salon. Even if none of the dresses currently in the shop catch your eye, they have tons of options in their catalogs that can be ordered, ensuring everyone walks away happy.🙂