TTC in your 40s

Trying to conceive in your 40s? This group's for you!

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Last reply Jan 19

Me

Thank you, thats what I thought too but wasnt sure. Will do!

Risks of pregnancy 3 months after c section

What are the risks/complications of getting pregnant 3 months after having a c section, also being 38/39? I’d opt for another c section to be on safe side.

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Last reply Jan 18

Si

Having an interval that short is high risk for many complications, including preterm birth, small baby, miscarriage/stillbirth, preeclampsia, diabetes, and fetal malformations. There is also a significantly higher risk of uterine rupture, even without laboring (which should never be a consideration with an interval this short). Furthermore, the risks are actually HIGHER with the mother being older, so it’s still best to wait and let the uterus heal, even with advancing age.

Any chance this month?

Hello,I had a positive ovulation test on Wednesday, hubby was travelling this week so we could only baby dance on Sunday and again on ovulation day (Thursday night). Is it too late or do we still have a chance this month?Thanks !

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Last reply Jan 17

As

You might have a chance. Only time will tell. They say those pesky swimmers can survive up to 5 days.

The only positive test I seem to get

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Last reply Mar 30

Ch

I’m sorry

Hitting the "Is it perimenopause, am I pregnant, or just having a breakdown?" phase...

Ahhh. Don't you love being a woman? I am about to turn 40, and feeling it. Every symptom I am asking myself.... Is it Perimenopause? Am I pregnant? Or is it just the nervous breakdown finally coming to fruition? Still trying for number 2.... but cycles becoming irregular among other things... I think I am just going to have to have some acceptance and try to go into this decade as gracefully (and sweaty, foggy brained, and 10lbs heavier) as I can.

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Last reply Jan 17

As

I feel the same way. Besides having the fun mood swings, hot flashes and brain fog, I always look 5 months pregnant by night and have always been very slim. I noticed my cycles becoming shorter and more irregular about 5 years ago at 38. It’s hard to know what’s happening hormonally and it’s not fun. Just want you to know you’re not alone. This is a great, supportive group. We’re all TTC before menopause. Some are lucky, but most of us have been on the journey for a while. As hard as it can be, try not to lose hope as it only takes one healthy egg (I know…easier said than done). Best of luck to you. ❤️

Help more eyes

Do anyone see anything i see a faint line

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Last reply Mar 20

Ja

Is it still wet ??

Confused

Period not due for 5 more days I had cramping and at headache at 5dpoNext day nothing, i been hot and im a cold nature personIm soooooooo confused!!!!

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Last reply Jan 16

As

Could go either way. Any updates?

42 TTC

We have one daughter born in 2017, our youngest was stillborn at 39+3 in 2021 and we are desperate to give our 7 year old a sibling. Worried we’ve left it too late. 😔Any thoughts on vitamins etc that may help? We’ve not managed to conceive since our youngest, although haven’t really been actively TTC

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Last reply Jan 16

As

I’m very sorry for your loss. It’s only too late when your period ends. As for supplements, CoQ10 and folate are good at 35+, along with a quality prenatal. Other than that, tracking ovulation is also helpful. Give yourself grace, as TTC at our ages (I’m going on 44), is not usually easy, but also not impossible. Best of luck to you and feel free to post here often for support. ❤️

Almost that Time!! 🤞🏾👣

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Last reply Mar 20

Ja

Annnd then

Emotional

Today is 10DPO less cramping still bleeding 🩸 but not a lot. Took a FRER and it looks like a BFN😔😢. I’m just not in the best of moods today. Tomorrow my period is scheduled to come and it just feels like a losing battle. If this 🩸 don’t stop or becomes heavier, does it really make sense to test??

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Last reply Jan 10

Co

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Cramping and back pain

So I am experiencing some cramping and back pain for a couple of hours now so I went to the bathroom. I am spotting bright red at 9DPO. Does that mean I am out of the running? My period is scheduled to come in 2 days😔

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Last reply Jan 10

As

Unfortunately, if it is bright red blood, it’s probably the start of AF. Only time will tell.

Day 11

Okay so, now it’s day 11. I took a second pregnancy test I bought at the dollar store two days ago and still negative. I’ve scheduled a doctor appointment to take a blood test next week. At this point I have no idea what’s going on. I pray there’s a baby in there. Otherwise I’m scared something is wrong. I’ve had a few symptoms (light nausea occasionally, mild cravings and I’m warmer than normal). The cramps are now gone. So yeah. Just twiddling my thumbs waiting until my appointment. I was going to purchase the pregnancy tests on here since it’s advertised as better accuracy especially for low hcg levels, but I feel like all brands advertise the same. Any suggestions? I’m almost ready to do the salt test I saw on TikTok but I’m scared for more disappointment. Ugh I truly hate this. Anyone else experience similar. Oh yeah for added context I’ll be 42 this year.

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Last reply 1 day ago

St

I am with u sista! All the classic signs and symptoms!. All urine tests have been negative. My period was due yesterday. Im so anxious. Took my blood test today. Ive been spotting very lightly for 2 days. Feels like my period is coming but nothing yet. Im 40.

Tested Negative

I believe I am 8DPO since my LH peaked on 12/30. I took my third pregnancy test and I KNOW this is negative. I was sure I would have been able to see SOMETHING but I guess I can’t get pregnant anymore or he can’t have kids. It’s one or the other.Is there a test I can buy in store to test for this because this is so disheartening 😔

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Last reply Jan 9

Ke

Keep testing. I was 8DPO yesterday and got a negative. I just tested right now before bed and have a faint positive! Good luck!!

Pregnant at 41

I just found out I’m pregnant, and will be turning 41 this month. I’m excited, but also nervous. I had a chemical 1 1/2 years ago, then nothing. I wasn’t sure if we would conceive again, but we did! Now I’m trying to be hopeful, but not get too excited until we get a little further down the road. Hoping for a healthy, growing baby. Wishing you all the best!

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Last reply 1 day ago

Ta

I turn 41 this month too! The 29th and just got a positive test today. I’m scared

8 Days Late

Okay so I couldn’t wait as I planned until I reached 10 days so I took a test I had. I logged it into this app but clearly the app is wrong because it is saying the test is positive but when I Googled and went to Clear Blue’s website it is saying this is negative. What the heck man? Now I’m worried because I’ve never been this late. What is wrong? I just want to crawl in a corner and cry 😢

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Last reply Jan 7

As

I’m still rooting for you! I read your original post and hope maybe you just ovulated later? While being a dog mom is great, being a mom to a human is a whole other love I can’t explain! Prayers for you. ❤️🙏

Needing Help

Yesterday I was 3 DPO now I test this morning I’m 6DPO…how is that even possible??

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Last reply Mar 20

Ja

What ?

6 Days Late

So here I am at soon to be 42 in April and my period is six days late. Back in September it was 5 days late and I got excited until it showed up. I currently am only experiencing light cramping here and there but nothing indicating anything. I lightly spotted three days ago so I thought she was coming. Nothing. Every bathroom trip, clean as a whistle. I have not been stressed, no major changes other than accepting we may not conceive and considering just getting a dog. But here I am today, googling, checking WebMD, reading and analyzing my cycle chart and talking to my womb to not play tricks on my emotions. I’m scared to take a pregnancy test and it comes up negative….. again. I haven’t told anyone because who wants that embarrassment if I’m not. Ugh I hate this so much. Venting here because this is literally my only safe space where I’m not looked at as the crazy person. What is a girl to do? If another week goes by I’ll test then, maybe.

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Last reply Jan 26

La

Sending positive vibes your way! I conceived at 42 and gave birth at 43. It can happen!

Hpt took today all 3 tests have very faint line

Took a test today but feeling period cramps bleeding a little my oldest is 23 & my youngest is 17

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Last reply Mar 20

Ja

I don’t know what this is ?

Cervix feel like the tip of the nose

Based on my testing strips, it shows that my peak was 12/30 and I BD on 12/31. During BD it felt very different and a little painful like he was hitting something. I tested on 12/31 in the morning but didn’t test before BD. Dont know if it matters or not. I wonder if my ovulation cycle closed. Sorry for being so descriptive but can someone help me

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Last reply Jan 2

As

You might still have a chance at getting pregnant since you ovulated anywhere from 12-48 hours after your first positive LH. Also, the cervix usually becomes firmer and lower after ovulation, which could be the cause of the sensation you experienced. Best of luck!

Chemical pregnancies

Hi all,Not really TTC but not avoiding it either. I’m 40 and my hubby is 42Just had a chemical pregnancy one month after I got my period back after baby number 3. I know unfortunately these are common but anyone had a positive story after a chemical ?Already had 3 in the past but I need some positivity especially as I was getting excited after testing positive for a week. Wishing you all a happy and healthy new year!

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Last reply Jan 2

As

Looks positive! If you’re worried, you can always request bloods to be sure. This will give you some insight into the viability based upon HCG numbers. Best of luck! 🙏