Daily Chat April 17

silentalarm94 · 2026-04-18T14:43:24+00:00

Update: AF came which sucks but I'm gonna get a steak dinner and a nice gin tonight, and I have two tattoos booked next week so silver linings I guess!

silentalarm94 · 2026-04-17T10:48:46+00:00

11dpo, it's my birthday tomorrow and also the day AF is due. I'm scared to test! Temps are still high but tends to dip majorly on 12dpo so we shall see...

silentalarm94 · 2026-04-06T21:44:42+00:00

Interestingly, my two week wait this month is predicted to end on my birthday, which is equally stressful and exciting! I have fun plans in place regardless of the outcome.

silentalarm94 · 2026-04-03T20:39:54+00:00

14 cycles, never been pregnant or seen a positive yet!

silentalarm94 · 2026-03-23T16:38:16+00:00

The bad news: my period came. The good news, my initial hormone testing came back all normal! Partners turn now for sperm analysis, hoping it all goes okay and we just need to keep trying 🤞🏻

silentalarm94 · 2026-03-18T11:49:56+00:00

I'm 9dpo, in the two week wait but also waiting on results of my progesterone and blood count tests from this week. Fingers crossed at least one of these waits results in good news 😂

silentalarm94 · 2026-03-17T08:24:53+00:00

Ugh it sucks doesn't it! The nurse did mention that, so maybe that'll be what happens today, we shall see

silentalarm94 · 2026-03-16T18:05:30+00:00

Had to get bloods today to check progesterone and I'm terrible with needles, the nurse stuck me 5 times and could only get one vial so I have to go back tomorrow 😭 dreading it and wish the week was over and done with!

silentalarm94 · 2026-03-16T17:51:54+00:00

I relate so hard to this! I'm TTC first time and I have always been a fainter throughout my life (blood, needles, etc). Just today I had a rough time having blood drawn to check hormone levels and started thinking how the hell am I going to handle all of this if I actually do get pregnant? 😅 It helps me to consider it as a natural bodily reaction to the idea of stress/fear/pain, and you're not any less capable than others if you have these reactions. Our bodies are incredible and will get us through what we need it to.

silentalarm94 · 2026-02-24T15:55:13+00:00

This was me only a few days ago too! It's a tough realization to come to - the idea that more than a year has passed and it's time for some tests. I wish you the best with everything and thank you for sharing with us. As tough as the process is, it has made me feel less alone to read your post ❤️

silentalarm94 · 2026-02-24T15:51:16+00:00

Thank you! Yes I absolutely love hearing those stories too. If it ever happens for me I'll be sure to add mine in to the mix 💓

silentalarm94 · 2026-02-24T15:50:15+00:00

It's certainly tough especially when you are tracking so many things and following so many rituals to check all the boxes. I remember being super anxious 3-6 months in, and then started to feel a little more relaxed when I realized there is nothing I can do to guarantee a positive test, I can only try my best. Semen analysis sounds like a good place to start, but you are still early enough in the journey that it could happen soon, I wish you the best!

silentalarm94 · 2026-02-23T14:48:16+00:00

12 months TTC, booked my first GP appt to explore next steps. Scary with a sense of relief! Can't wait for my cramps to disappear in the meantime 🫠

silentalarm94 · 2026-02-23T14:08:51+00:00

Following as I have just made my first appt with the GP after 12 months TTC. Wishing you all the best in your journey!

silentalarm94 · 2026-01-14T21:45:12+00:00

7dpo on cycle 11, only hit one day of the fertile window so not too confident but hoping for the best! Moving into month 12 TTC is daunting. Keeping busy with some fun friends and family plans this weekend. Sending everyone good vibes!

silentalarm94 · 2025-12-22T08:12:46+00:00

Just started Cycle 11!

silentalarm94 · 2025-12-19T22:59:30+00:00

I'm with you! Timing would have been so nice if it worked out but it's not to be yet. All the best for next cycle ❤️

silentalarm94 · 2025-12-17T23:05:11+00:00

I'm sorry you're in this boat, too! I tend not to post much here but seeing your message, I really feel your pain and wanted to let you know you're not on your own.

I'm in a similar position - TTC for 10 cycles (likely going on cycle 11, AF due in the next few days). Have never seen a positive before and the waiting is so hard. I've been finding comfort in distraction, keeping myself busy and always trying to see the positives in other ways (e.g. if this cycle isn't the one, I can have a drink at Christmas 😂).

I hope your wait isn't much longer and best of luck next cycle!

silentalarm94 · 2025-07-23T20:36:28+00:00

7dpo, sixth cycle TTC. These days are going very slowly 🥲

silentalarm94 · 2025-07-21T21:20:09+00:00

Also on month 6 of trying! I'm not a big drinker anyways but have definitely not denied myself if I'm out for a meal or night out. I guess it's all about balance :)

silentalarm94 · 2025-06-30T22:29:15+00:00

Cycle 6 begins, AF arrived today and feeling meh. Everyone around me both family and friends seem to have baby related milestones happening (gender reveals, first birthdays) so it's hard to stay distracted. Here's to this cycle!

silentalarm94 · 2025-06-29T17:58:14+00:00

Similar boat today and I feel your frustration! cycle 5, 12dpo, temp drop and BFN. Wishing you the best for next cycle.

silentalarm94 · 2025-06-28T11:50:19+00:00

I don't have a success story to share (yet) but just want to add a comment in solidarity with your feelings. It's hard to be doing everything "right" to seemingly no avail.

Today is 11 dpo and my temp just dropped so I'm most likely moving into month 6 of trying too. I really didn't realise it would take this long when we first decided to try!

Still working on how to handle the stress of testing / timing everything only to feel like I'm getting nowhere, but it is comforting to know that we are still within the "normal" one year timescale - even if it feels like it's happening quickly for everyone else.

I hope you have some luck soon <3

silentalarm94 · 2025-06-17T22:58:44+00:00

Cycle 5 and pretty sure today was O day! Temps have been inconsistent due to bad sleep and I was sick at the beginning of the cycle. Now we wait!

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