Raymond Parker4 said:So, when should I probably try testing again? I took one on the day my period was actually supposed to start and it came up negative, but I’m feeling all those symptoms, you know? Now I’m about five days late... maybe it isn't pregnancy, but I just have this really strong gut feeling that it might be😉
Honestly, you should go grab another one today—maybe find one that doesn't require you to wait for your first morning bathroom trip. And seriously, how are you being so patient about all this??? I don't know, I'd be a nervous wreck! Major props to you! Please, please let us know if you take another test...
I’m still basically flying blind here! So, today is actually my 12th DPO. If I’ve been tracking my temps correctly—which is a big "if," let's be honest—I shouldn't expect my period this Saturday, or at the very latest, Monday. My temperatures were stuck at 98.1 for a while, but then yesterday they bumped up to 98.2, and today they hit 98.3. Everything looks really promising right now, which is great, but I’m a little nervous because every single month it starts out with this beautiful rise and then—BAM—on day 14, the temp just crashes. It’s such a rollercoaster. As for symptoms, I've just got some sore breasts, though they're feeling a bit different than usual. They actually hurt when I touch them, but not specifically around the nipples like most people seem to describe, so I don't know. Also, I felt this weird little twinge in my left ovary last night before bed. I don't get much spotting, and I'm really hoping that stays the case, since I think that would be a huge sign.
Yeah, I’ve been thinking about taking a break from the forums too, but honestly, since the big day is getting so close, I find myself hanging out here more than usual... 😉 specifically, you might have some actual answers in maybe three days or so. If you could just track your temperature, you'd at least know by morning if you're looking at a positive result sometime later that day.
Hey, don't let it get to you. You finally have some breathing room now, so you won't be stuck obsessing over testing for at least another three days. If your cycle usually runs about 34 days, then you probably just jumped the gun by testing too early. Honestly, for some people, it doesn't even show up on the day they expect their period. It’s not officially "done" until you actually get your period—though, fingers crossed, you won't have to worry about that. So, how many months have you been trying, T?
I don't think it’s too early at all. Honestly, just grab one of those budget-friendly tests from CVS and try it with your first urine of the morning. It might help settle those nerves a little. If it turns out positive—or even if it doesn't and you're still unsure—just wait a few days and try again. 👍
Maybe you won't even need it.... It’s probably just worth checking, you know? Just doing some due diligence to see if things are actually running late. Honestly, though, I don't think you'd even need to head down there for another day or two anyway.
Ryan Morris15 said:It’s day 29 of this whole circus, and while I’m feeling some mild cramping, it isn't quite as intense as it usually is before my period actually starts. I had some light aches last night and honestly thought I’d be bleeding by morning, but nothing has happened yet; though, given how unpredictable my cycle can be, we could be looking at day 29, 30, 31, or even stretching out to day 34 before anything shifts. I’ve also noticed an unusually heavy, thick white discharge over the last couple of days.🤷
I’m in the exact same boat with my cycle. It isn't exactly regular within that window, even though things seemed to have finally settled down over the last three months and I usually get it on day 31. Are you tracking your temperature? I always seem to get mine exactly 14 days after ovulation. Based on that, I can pretty much count on it happening on that specific day.
I really hope it doesn't start for you! Just try to relax and let whatever happens, happen.
Ryan Morris15, how’s everything looking on your end? Any updates at all? Is it running behind schedule? I'm really hoping it's actually on track! Let me know! 👍
I actually tried that pillow trick myself, but no luck there. I track my temperature religiously so I know exactly when I'm ovulating, but nothing has worked yet. This marks our fifth attempt at this. My doctor told me during my last checkup at the Mayo Clinic that everything looks fine and to just have some patience. Well, clearly I’m not great at the whole waiting game part. But hey, I'm not letting it get to me too much... at least not yet. 🙂
coastalviper10 said:hey there... look, it doesn't have to be a "must," but honestly, my experience was basically just living in the bathroom... like, every single time I turned around, I was running to the toilet... plus my breasts were super tender around the nipples... and now I'm looking at a positive test today... those were pretty much my only tells right at the start... maybe a little bloating too... anyway, good luck...
I'm asking because for the last few months, ever since I started trying to conceive, I've had all the symptoms except for that constant urge to pee. I guess maybe that's a key sign? I still have about 11 days until my next period starts.
HUGE CONGRATS ON THE AMAZING NEWS! WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST!!!!!
Hi there! I'm pretty new here, though I feel like I’ve been lurking in this thread forever. Just curious if anyone knows if needing to pee all the time is a common thing right at the start of pregnancy? Like, specifically during those first week or two?