driving myself crazy!

Ok,
So as I have said in the past DH and I haven't activly started TTC but I have been off BCP since July and I know there is always a possibility since we are using no protection...
That being said I am driving myself nuts! I started being naseous about a week after AF stopped. I have been feeling bloated all month and just not right and Saturday I put on a bra and I noticed my boobs didn't really fit in it! All in all I just haven't been feeling myself. I have about 1 week till AF is supposed to show up again and I am driving myself nuts thinking I am pregnant! In my head I feel like it's unlikely, but my body is saying otherwise. I wish there was a sooner way to tell! My head is going in crazy!

OK vent over...lol

Re: driving myself crazy!

Ahh, welcome to TTC! I am the same way. Except the boobs won't stop growing and I have been unsuccessful thus far-hopefully this is a good sign for you!

Re: driving myself crazy!

Yes it is awful the wait! wow! What are your thoughts on the tests you can take 5 days in advance? the first response early predictor tests? Maybe it would settle my head? I know it could be negative and still be positive later, but at least if it was positive i'd know!

Re: driving myself crazy!

Personally, it depends on the person. First, when did you O? Second, do you know your LP? That might help me answer you. Personally, I do test early, and it takes a toll on you. You totally can get a BFN and then get a BFP. But these tests are expensive.

If you are going to test early, get the FRER. I actually like the Target early tests too. But the FRER can detect a smaller amount of HcG (the pregnancy hormone)-but it still is only 52% accurate 5 days early.

So, basically after my ramblings, my thought is it is up to you! Can you bear seeing a BFN even knowing it could be false?

Re: driving myself crazy!

Hmmm I'm not sure...i know I'd be extatic for a positive...It might calm my head down a little? I guess it's worth a try?

I'm not positive when I O'd. I have a pretty steady 30 day cycle though. I pay attention to CM (still learning) but can not give you a date..lol..it's probably nothing, and my head probably makes it all worse.

A main worry of mine is that enjoy indulging in drinks sometimes...and I just wouldn't want to hurt anything...but I know i can't stop my life b/c of an off chance that I am PG...I take prenatals so I guess that helps.

Re: driving myself crazy!

It sounds like you are doing everything fine. Don't worry about a few drinks. Even if you are preggo, it isn't until 6 weeks that a baby shares your blood with you. If you think you will feel better, test. How close are you to AF?

What I learned that you should figure out is your LP (luteal phase)-that is always constant, because your O date can change.

Re: driving myself crazy!

How do i figure out my LP? I should get AF next Tuesday.

Your right. a few drinks won't really hurt. That is just my biggest concern, that b/c I couldn't control myself that I hurt something I wouldn't want that. I'll know soon enough!