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Keepercjr

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Jennifer

Yes 3 hours of sleep is the ideal but I notice my temps don't fluctuate much even if I don't get 3 hours before I temp. IMO you really need to get a BBT thermometer. A regular fever thermometer is probably going to be pointless as it won't give you accurate info for charting.

I am a CFer who got pregnant using FAM. I have cycles that are about 32 days long or so. Using FAM I realized that I ovulate around day 21 and have a 10-11 day luteal phase. If I hadn't been charting we would have been trying way too early to get pregnant. When trying to get pregnant I also use cheap OPKs that I get from the internet as an additional tool. Charting won't tell you when you are going to ovulate but it will confirm ovulation and give you an identifiable pattern after a few cycles. It will also let you know when to expect your period and when to test for pregnancy. Getting a positive reading on an OPK does not guarantee ovulation. You could actually have an LH surge without ovulating. Charting will let you confirm that you did in fact ovulate. When I'm not trying to get pregnant I still chart my cycles to know when we need to play it safe. Oh I also learned that I don't produce good fertile cervical fluid so this month we are using a product called pre-seed. Its a sperm friendly lubricant that actually aids fertility. FAM has been great for me. I've been charting since the beginning of 2004. It took 4 cycles to get pregnant with my son. My period resumed when he was 14 months old and I've been charting since the beginning of this year to get to know my cycles again in preparation of getting pregnant.

Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.
 
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Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

Yes 3 hours of sleep is the ideal but I notice my temps don't fluctuate much even if I don't get 3 hours before I temp. IMO you really need to get a BBT thermometer. A regular fever thermometer is probably going to be pointless as it won't give you accurate info for charting.

I am a CFer who got pregnant using FAM. I have cycles that are about 32 days long or so. Using FAM I realized that I ovulate around day 21 and have a 10-11 day luteal phase. If I hadn't been charting we would have been trying way too early to get pregnant. When trying to get pregnant I also use cheap OPKs that I get from the internet as an additional tool. Charting won't tell you when you are going to ovulate but it will confirm ovulation and give you an identifiable pattern after a few cycles. It will also let you know when to expect your period and when to test for pregnancy. Getting a positive reading on an OPK does not guarantee ovulation. You could actually have an LH surge without ovulating. Charting will let you confirm that you did in fact ovulate. When I'm not trying to get pregnant I still chart my cycles to know when we need to play it safe. Oh I also learned that I don't produce good fertile cervical fluid so this month we are using a product called pre-seed. Its a sperm friendly lubricant that actually aids fertility. FAM has been great for me. I've been charting since the beginning of 2004. It took 4 cycles to get pregnant with my son. My period resumed when he was 14 months old and I've been charting since the beginning of this year to get to know my cycles again in preparation of getting pregnant.

Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.
 

fondreflections

New member
Hi Jessi,

You know now that I think of it...I do remember you saying something about your insomnia in a thread while I was no longer a member of the forum. I'm the complete opposite of you. My head hits the pillow, and I'm out for the count. A hurricane could strike, and I'd miss it. Even when Gizmo wakes me up once and awhile to go out, it takes him forever. I'm surprised he can even hold it until he gets me up! LOL!

As far as OPK's are concerned, yes, I think you should get some. I know I shouldn't talk either. Actually, I see the RE on this Wednesday, and I know that he will suggest which brand I should buy. Would you like me to tell you which one he suggests after my appointment? I usually buy them brand new on Ebay for half the price. In the past, I bought some from earlypregnancy.com on Ebay. They were like your generic test, but they worked fine for me. They also have Clear Blue Easy (digital and non-digital), First Response, and a million others. I am pretty sure my RE (Dr. Micheal Sobel) will suggest Clear Blue Easy since it is rated #1. They are expensive, and I will only buy them through Ebay. If you need any help please let me know. I'm sure I can help you!!! <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">

Oh, are you taking a Prenatal Vitamin yet? Usually, doctors recommend that you start taking them <b>3 months</b> before trying to concieve. I'm taking Prefect Prenatal which is what Christian and Lauren used. I love it!

As for everyone else...My temps are more consistent now. Gizmo is something else - 100% Momma's boy...He is nearly 2 years old, and God forbid he has to pee without Momma in his field of vision. When he goes outside, he sees a bird, the neighbor, anything and forgets to go. Then 1 hour later, he's at the door to go out again. So now before I go to bed, I'll be standing out there with him for a good 10 minutes at 10:00 so he goes. Hopefully, he doesn't hear or see anything or it could be 15 minutes. Gezzzz. What a baby! He's my Sweetie pie!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 

fondreflections

New member
Hi Jessi,

You know now that I think of it...I do remember you saying something about your insomnia in a thread while I was no longer a member of the forum. I'm the complete opposite of you. My head hits the pillow, and I'm out for the count. A hurricane could strike, and I'd miss it. Even when Gizmo wakes me up once and awhile to go out, it takes him forever. I'm surprised he can even hold it until he gets me up! LOL!

As far as OPK's are concerned, yes, I think you should get some. I know I shouldn't talk either. Actually, I see the RE on this Wednesday, and I know that he will suggest which brand I should buy. Would you like me to tell you which one he suggests after my appointment? I usually buy them brand new on Ebay for half the price. In the past, I bought some from earlypregnancy.com on Ebay. They were like your generic test, but they worked fine for me. They also have Clear Blue Easy (digital and non-digital), First Response, and a million others. I am pretty sure my RE (Dr. Micheal Sobel) will suggest Clear Blue Easy since it is rated #1. They are expensive, and I will only buy them through Ebay. If you need any help please let me know. I'm sure I can help you!!! <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">

Oh, are you taking a Prenatal Vitamin yet? Usually, doctors recommend that you start taking them <b>3 months</b> before trying to concieve. I'm taking Prefect Prenatal which is what Christian and Lauren used. I love it!

As for everyone else...My temps are more consistent now. Gizmo is something else - 100% Momma's boy...He is nearly 2 years old, and God forbid he has to pee without Momma in his field of vision. When he goes outside, he sees a bird, the neighbor, anything and forgets to go. Then 1 hour later, he's at the door to go out again. So now before I go to bed, I'll be standing out there with him for a good 10 minutes at 10:00 so he goes. Hopefully, he doesn't hear or see anything or it could be 15 minutes. Gezzzz. What a baby! He's my Sweetie pie!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 

fondreflections

New member
Hi Jessi,

You know now that I think of it...I do remember you saying something about your insomnia in a thread while I was no longer a member of the forum. I'm the complete opposite of you. My head hits the pillow, and I'm out for the count. A hurricane could strike, and I'd miss it. Even when Gizmo wakes me up once and awhile to go out, it takes him forever. I'm surprised he can even hold it until he gets me up! LOL!

As far as OPK's are concerned, yes, I think you should get some. I know I shouldn't talk either. Actually, I see the RE on this Wednesday, and I know that he will suggest which brand I should buy. Would you like me to tell you which one he suggests after my appointment? I usually buy them brand new on Ebay for half the price. In the past, I bought some from earlypregnancy.com on Ebay. They were like your generic test, but they worked fine for me. They also have Clear Blue Easy (digital and non-digital), First Response, and a million others. I am pretty sure my RE (Dr. Micheal Sobel) will suggest Clear Blue Easy since it is rated #1. They are expensive, and I will only buy them through Ebay. If you need any help please let me know. I'm sure I can help you!!! <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">

Oh, are you taking a Prenatal Vitamin yet? Usually, doctors recommend that you start taking them <b>3 months</b> before trying to concieve. I'm taking Prefect Prenatal which is what Christian and Lauren used. I love it!

As for everyone else...My temps are more consistent now. Gizmo is something else - 100% Momma's boy...He is nearly 2 years old, and God forbid he has to pee without Momma in his field of vision. When he goes outside, he sees a bird, the neighbor, anything and forgets to go. Then 1 hour later, he's at the door to go out again. So now before I go to bed, I'll be standing out there with him for a good 10 minutes at 10:00 so he goes. Hopefully, he doesn't hear or see anything or it could be 15 minutes. Gezzzz. What a baby! He's my Sweetie pie!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 

fondreflections

New member
Hi Jessi,

You know now that I think of it...I do remember you saying something about your insomnia in a thread while I was no longer a member of the forum. I'm the complete opposite of you. My head hits the pillow, and I'm out for the count. A hurricane could strike, and I'd miss it. Even when Gizmo wakes me up once and awhile to go out, it takes him forever. I'm surprised he can even hold it until he gets me up! LOL!

As far as OPK's are concerned, yes, I think you should get some. I know I shouldn't talk either. Actually, I see the RE on this Wednesday, and I know that he will suggest which brand I should buy. Would you like me to tell you which one he suggests after my appointment? I usually buy them brand new on Ebay for half the price. In the past, I bought some from earlypregnancy.com on Ebay. They were like your generic test, but they worked fine for me. They also have Clear Blue Easy (digital and non-digital), First Response, and a million others. I am pretty sure my RE (Dr. Micheal Sobel) will suggest Clear Blue Easy since it is rated #1. They are expensive, and I will only buy them through Ebay. If you need any help please let me know. I'm sure I can help you!!! <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">

Oh, are you taking a Prenatal Vitamin yet? Usually, doctors recommend that you start taking them <b>3 months</b> before trying to concieve. I'm taking Prefect Prenatal which is what Christian and Lauren used. I love it!

As for everyone else...My temps are more consistent now. Gizmo is something else - 100% Momma's boy...He is nearly 2 years old, and God forbid he has to pee without Momma in his field of vision. When he goes outside, he sees a bird, the neighbor, anything and forgets to go. Then 1 hour later, he's at the door to go out again. So now before I go to bed, I'll be standing out there with him for a good 10 minutes at 10:00 so he goes. Hopefully, he doesn't hear or see anything or it could be 15 minutes. Gezzzz. What a baby! He's my Sweetie pie!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 

fondreflections

New member
Hi Jessi,

You know now that I think of it...I do remember you saying something about your insomnia in a thread while I was no longer a member of the forum. I'm the complete opposite of you. My head hits the pillow, and I'm out for the count. A hurricane could strike, and I'd miss it. Even when Gizmo wakes me up once and awhile to go out, it takes him forever. I'm surprised he can even hold it until he gets me up! LOL!

As far as OPK's are concerned, yes, I think you should get some. I know I shouldn't talk either. Actually, I see the RE on this Wednesday, and I know that he will suggest which brand I should buy. Would you like me to tell you which one he suggests after my appointment? I usually buy them brand new on Ebay for half the price. In the past, I bought some from earlypregnancy.com on Ebay. They were like your generic test, but they worked fine for me. They also have Clear Blue Easy (digital and non-digital), First Response, and a million others. I am pretty sure my RE (Dr. Micheal Sobel) will suggest Clear Blue Easy since it is rated #1. They are expensive, and I will only buy them through Ebay. If you need any help please let me know. I'm sure I can help you!!! <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">

Oh, are you taking a Prenatal Vitamin yet? Usually, doctors recommend that you start taking them <b>3 months</b> before trying to concieve. I'm taking Prefect Prenatal which is what Christian and Lauren used. I love it!

As for everyone else...My temps are more consistent now. Gizmo is something else - 100% Momma's boy...He is nearly 2 years old, and God forbid he has to pee without Momma in his field of vision. When he goes outside, he sees a bird, the neighbor, anything and forgets to go. Then 1 hour later, he's at the door to go out again. So now before I go to bed, I'll be standing out there with him for a good 10 minutes at 10:00 so he goes. Hopefully, he doesn't hear or see anything or it could be 15 minutes. Gezzzz. What a baby! He's my Sweetie pie!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 

fondreflections

New member
Hi Jessi,

You know now that I think of it...I do remember you saying something about your insomnia in a thread while I was no longer a member of the forum. I'm the complete opposite of you. My head hits the pillow, and I'm out for the count. A hurricane could strike, and I'd miss it. Even when Gizmo wakes me up once and awhile to go out, it takes him forever. I'm surprised he can even hold it until he gets me up! LOL!

As far as OPK's are concerned, yes, I think you should get some. I know I shouldn't talk either. Actually, I see the RE on this Wednesday, and I know that he will suggest which brand I should buy. Would you like me to tell you which one he suggests after my appointment? I usually buy them brand new on Ebay for half the price. In the past, I bought some from earlypregnancy.com on Ebay. They were like your generic test, but they worked fine for me. They also have Clear Blue Easy (digital and non-digital), First Response, and a million others. I am pretty sure my RE (Dr. Micheal Sobel) will suggest Clear Blue Easy since it is rated #1. They are expensive, and I will only buy them through Ebay. If you need any help please let me know. I'm sure I can help you!!! <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">

Oh, are you taking a Prenatal Vitamin yet? Usually, doctors recommend that you start taking them <b>3 months</b> before trying to concieve. I'm taking Prefect Prenatal which is what Christian and Lauren used. I love it!

As for everyone else...My temps are more consistent now. Gizmo is something else - 100% Momma's boy...He is nearly 2 years old, and God forbid he has to pee without Momma in his field of vision. When he goes outside, he sees a bird, the neighbor, anything and forgets to go. Then 1 hour later, he's at the door to go out again. So now before I go to bed, I'll be standing out there with him for a good 10 minutes at 10:00 so he goes. Hopefully, he doesn't hear or see anything or it could be 15 minutes. Gezzzz. What a baby! He's my Sweetie pie!<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

I figured out how to post my charts so here is the chart where I got pregnant with my son. It shows you that FAM can indeed work for someone with CF. The missing temps were when I was in the hospital:

<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/keepercjr/revuGbjFL.png">
 
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Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

I figured out how to post my charts so here is the chart where I got pregnant with my son. It shows you that FAM can indeed work for someone with CF. The missing temps were when I was in the hospital:

<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/keepercjr/revuGbjFL.png">
 
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Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

I figured out how to post my charts so here is the chart where I got pregnant with my son. It shows you that FAM can indeed work for someone with CF. The missing temps were when I was in the hospital:

<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/keepercjr/revuGbjFL.png">
 
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Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

I figured out how to post my charts so here is the chart where I got pregnant with my son. It shows you that FAM can indeed work for someone with CF. The missing temps were when I was in the hospital:

<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/keepercjr/revuGbjFL.png">
 
K

Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

I figured out how to post my charts so here is the chart where I got pregnant with my son. It shows you that FAM can indeed work for someone with CF. The missing temps were when I was in the hospital:

<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/keepercjr/revuGbjFL.png">
 
K

Keepercjr

Guest
Jennifer

I figured out how to post my charts so here is the chart where I got pregnant with my son. It shows you that FAM can indeed work for someone with CF. The missing temps were when I was in the hospital:

<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/keepercjr/revuGbjFL.png">
 

princessjdc

New member
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Keepercjr</b></i>

Jennifer


Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.</end quote></div>

Yes I have I got it from the library and started reading it, I have learned a LOT from it already, Im on Chapter 7, Im not skipping chapters just reading right along. There were things I didnt even know about my body and now that I know it makes sense.

Thank you Caroline for the info and showing me your chart, Im going to start charting tomorrow so hopefully I have read enough of the book to understand everything,I think i have but it will take practice to get the hang of everything.
 

princessjdc

New member
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Keepercjr</b></i>

Jennifer


Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.</end quote></div>

Yes I have I got it from the library and started reading it, I have learned a LOT from it already, Im on Chapter 7, Im not skipping chapters just reading right along. There were things I didnt even know about my body and now that I know it makes sense.

Thank you Caroline for the info and showing me your chart, Im going to start charting tomorrow so hopefully I have read enough of the book to understand everything,I think i have but it will take practice to get the hang of everything.
 

princessjdc

New member
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Keepercjr</b></i>

Jennifer


Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.</end quote></div>

Yes I have I got it from the library and started reading it, I have learned a LOT from it already, Im on Chapter 7, Im not skipping chapters just reading right along. There were things I didnt even know about my body and now that I know it makes sense.

Thank you Caroline for the info and showing me your chart, Im going to start charting tomorrow so hopefully I have read enough of the book to understand everything,I think i have but it will take practice to get the hang of everything.
 

princessjdc

New member
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Keepercjr</b></i>

Jennifer


Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.</end quote></div>

Yes I have I got it from the library and started reading it, I have learned a LOT from it already, Im on Chapter 7, Im not skipping chapters just reading right along. There were things I didnt even know about my body and now that I know it makes sense.

Thank you Caroline for the info and showing me your chart, Im going to start charting tomorrow so hopefully I have read enough of the book to understand everything,I think i have but it will take practice to get the hang of everything.
 

princessjdc

New member
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Keepercjr</b></i>

Jennifer


Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.</end quote>

Yes I have I got it from the library and started reading it, I have learned a LOT from it already, Im on Chapter 7, Im not skipping chapters just reading right along. There were things I didnt even know about my body and now that I know it makes sense.

Thank you Caroline for the info and showing me your chart, Im going to start charting tomorrow so hopefully I have read enough of the book to understand everything,I think i have but it will take practice to get the hang of everything.
 

princessjdc

New member
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Keepercjr</b></i>

Jennifer


Have you read the book "taking charge of your fertility"? Its a must read for any woman trying to get pregnant IMO. fertilityfriend.com is a great free site for keeping your charts. If you pay the fee then it helps to interpret your charts too.</end quote>

Yes I have I got it from the library and started reading it, I have learned a LOT from it already, Im on Chapter 7, Im not skipping chapters just reading right along. There were things I didnt even know about my body and now that I know it makes sense.

Thank you Caroline for the info and showing me your chart, Im going to start charting tomorrow so hopefully I have read enough of the book to understand everything,I think i have but it will take practice to get the hang of everything.
 
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