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dakiddo311

Probably over thinking things....

My hubby and I have been TTC for quite a few months now and I was using the wondfo OV tests for a couple cycles, then switched to the CBD Advanced. I recently decided to stop using all OPKs because of the conflicting results--while one would be blazing positive, the other would be negative. It started to frustrate me and make me question if I just might be too old (38 tomorrow).

This cycle started on 7/22 and my husband and I BD Aug 1, 3, and 5th. AF due today. This is the first month I did not write down ANY symptom, I don't even have a pregnancy test in my house, and I only have an idea of when I ovulated. BUT, after my experiences the past few days, it occurred to me that I have not started spotting yet. My last several cycles I start spotting 2-3 days before I get AF. I also get AF cramps 3 days before actually getting it, but have not had that either. The other random things I noticed only over the last few days are:
1) Needing a nap after work (that just doesn't happen)
2) Very vivid dreams
3) Sensitivity to smell (everything smells like hotdogs ugh)
4) Craving for hot tea (??? I NEVER drink hot tea)
5) Swollen gums
6) Abundance of CM (yesterday and day before)
7) Feeling famished especially in the morning & at bed time
8) This morning I gagged while brushing my teeth (I don't think that has ever happened)

Today I do notice some AF like cramps, but no spotting, yet. Feels kind of wet, but every time I go check there is nothing. I would honestly be BLOWN away if I ended up with a BFP this month, so I'm not even going to get my hopes up. I am used to AF arriving a day early or right on schedule so it will be no surprise when she shows. Just thought these "symptoms" were odd as they only just began a few days ago. If/when AF does show- I will chalk it up to cutting out all alcohol and eating cleaner.

To those of you who have been TTC, I wish you the best of luck. Those who got your BFP's, a big Congratulations!! Wishing you a H&H 9 months!

Julie (38) & Scott (42) - married 6/4/11 DS born 6/13/03 (previous relationship) TTC off and on for 3 years. Took break due to Laparoscopic myomectomy in April 2014 then Appendectomy gone wrong in November 2014 (5 day hospital stay w/ 2 surgeries)