Trying for a 2016 baby

I have decided to quit coffee.. I my coffee. But I drink about 5 BIG mugs a day. Its got to go!

Another remedy that works like a bomb for flu is:

Ingredients
3 cups of water
Juice of half a lemon
3 slices (1/4 inch thick) of fresh ginger
½ tbsp. turmeric (optional)
1 pinch cayenne (start with this and add more to taste…the more you can handle the better)
1 ½ tbsp raw honey (can add more or less to achieve desired sweetness)

Directions
1. Add all ingredients (except honey) to a pot and bring to a boil.

2. Once boiling reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

3. Add honey and stir, adding more if necessary.

4. Pour tea through a strainer and drink while warm.

One more thing.. I know pineapple is great for loosening stubborn phlegm, so I did a search to see what effect pineapple has on your body. It seems it is fantastic when ttc along with other things (Ill copy & paste the lot):

FOODS TO ENCOURAGE CERVICAL MUCUS, FERTILITY & IMPROVE UTERINE LINING:
Carrot Juice: Yes I would highly encourage you to add this to your diet. If you do eat it, please eat it steamed, It can be hard to digest and does affect fertility. I prefer juicing it or purchasing the flash pasteurized from the supermarket. Make sure your partner and yourself drink it.

PINEAPPLES: I cannot stress enough on pineapples, not only will it help improve your uterine lining, it also helps with implantation(helping the fertilized egg stick to your uterus). Fresh is always better. Please do not go eating pineapples all day. 1 cup a day should be okay. I would strongly suggest eating it with its juice before and especially after ovulation.

POMEGRANATE: Highly prized in the Arab countries, pomegranate helps with uterine lining and powerful antioxidants. **Please avoid if taking any blood thinning medication, as it does thin out the blood. **Do not take them after ovulation, stop few days before ovulation.

GREEN TEA: Some say it is a myth but trust me, I have tested it and it works! Green tea does decrease folic acid, so make you it is decaf or use regular but take folic acid. 1-2 cups a day should be okay.

Drink regular tea but I would highly suggest MEN to drink this tea - Salada Decaffeinated Green Tea with Original Antioxidants Citrus - www.vitacost.com/salada-decaffeinated-gr...s-citrus-20-tea-bags You can also get it on Amazon I believe.
It not only contains green tea, but siberian ginseng, vitamin c and vitamin e, which is absolutely necessary for a healthy sperm. Women can take it also but maybe once a week. It comes decaffeinated already.


GRAPEFRUIT: Yes!! It worked for me, every woman is different though but I have had so many women say it worked. Eating the fruit is better but the juice might also work. **Please avoid if taking any blood thinning medication, as it does thin out the blood.

Red Clover aerial parts, blossom (Trifolium pratense): Red Clover has been shown to increase cervical mucous, aiding vaginal dryness. Increases circulation to the reproductive organs. Consult a doctor before using.

WATER: Yes water. Drink enough water and keep those sodas out!

Pre~Seed : Throw away the KY JELLY/ OIL which can be toxic to the sperm. It is a ‘fertility-friendly’ personal lubricant that matches fertile cervical mucous and is safe to use while trying to conceive. Provides moisture inside, where you need it most, without harming sperm. This product is safe for use while trying to conceive. It was developed by a woman Sperm Physiologist to match fertile cervical mucous in pH, osmolality and viscosity, thus providing an optimal environment for sperm in women who are trying to conceive.

Guaifenesin or Robitussin : The trick is to find a cough syrup in which guaifenesin is the only active ingredient, so check labels carefully. Guaifenesin is reputed to “thin” cervical mucus – the fluid produced by a woman’s cervix during her ovulatory cycle.This would be helpful for women with thick mucus. The mucus has to be thin enough for the sperm to swim through, if it is too thick then the sperm might not be able to do its job. I would only suggest days before ovulation and during the ovulation days.

And stop after that, it can cause dizziness and all, so take them at home. It is recommended that you take 2 teaspoons three times a day around the time of month you’re expecting to ovulate.

Water intake should be increased to encourage cervical mucus production and a full glass should take with each dose of guaifenesin.
If you re taking Clomid (clomiphene citrate, Serophene) as an ovulation inductor, it may help to know that it can cause hostile mucus in 30 percent or more of women using it. Higher doses of Clomid tend to be more associated with less cervical fluid and a thinner uterine lining, than the 50 mg dose and Robitussin can help to reverse this.

What cycle days should I take Robitussin? Most doctors suggest taking Robitussin five days before and including the day of ovulation for a total of 6 days during your cycle.This helps provide the optimal environment to help the sperm survive and get to where they need to go.If you take Clomid, waiting until the day after the last Clomid pill is taken before starting Robitussin is suggested.

**** Please talk to your doctor first if you are on any special prescriptions as they may counter-react with other otc meds*****

SEAFOOD - OYSTERS & WILD SALMON:

Shellfish, particularly oysters, are a rich source of ZINC, vitamins D and B12 as well as the minerals zinc, copper, selenium and iron. Just six medium oysters provide as two-thirds of the daily value for vitamin D and nearly three times the daily value for vitamin B12.
Wild Caught(Not farm raised) Fish & Fish roe, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, DHA and EPA, vitamins D and B12 as well as trace minerals. Traditionally heralded as a sacred food for pregnancy and lactation, fish roe is a powerfully rich superfood, teeming with nutrients. It’s high ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids favors fertility in both men and women.
FULL FAT: Avoid fat free items,Yes! Make sure you take a little bit of the regular fat, includes butter, eggs, only exception would be milk. I noticed after I stopped taking milk, my hormones got better. Not indicating you should avoid it but get low fat if possible or switch to almond milk.

ORGANIC: Eat organic if possible - Always get organic in the following: Apples, Celery, tomatoes, cucumbers, grapes, spinach, peach, nectarine, strawberries, bell peppers, milk, lettuce, blueberries, raspberries, chicken, meats (I would highly suggest eating meat once a month or lean meats You can eat lamb, goat, buffalo, deer and wild meats. I like lamb and goat).

EVENING PRIMROSE OIL: Some believe in taking it and swear by it but I never did. You can buy it over the counter, purchase at the lowest dose 200-500 mg and take 1-2 times a day.

FERTILE CM: FertileCM is a dietary supplement designed to support the production of fertile cervical mucus, and to promote the endometrial secretions that build the uterine lining for implantation of the fertilized egg. Some ingredients in FertileCM have also been clinically demonstrated to support female arousal and sexual stimulation. I didn't use this but some have.

VITABIOTICS: You can use the vitabiotics Pregnacare conception vitamin is the same as fertile cm but better because it contains betacarotene and vitamins (B6, B12, Folic Acid, Zinc, Biotin and much more). This is just for the woman - www.vitabiotics.com/pregnacare/conception/

Ninies - for some reason I missed your message at first. I will send you the pm i sent to carien.
Yes, I will be using the CB digis this month!

@ Jay bee i'm schedule to go for the test on CD22. FX!

Started the cycle of Fertomid 100 yesterday i only took it past 7. Didnt sleep much as the "hot flashes" is just the worst!
Feeling fine today .... so far

@ ninies & TheMrs great to have cycle buddies. Holding Thumbs that this is our cycle!

Me and Hubby spoke about IUI last night. How long should we do Fertomid before doing IUI?

Any Ladies in Pretoria that has done IUI? Where did you have it done and cost? This is totally out of the pocket as my medical aid doesnt pay for such things.

Nikita - parsley apparently lessens the smell of garlic so maybe try eating some of that as well? Fresh garlic is definitely loads better than pre-crushed when it comes to healing properties.

@Mrs Smith - Thank you for the remedies, I will really try the one with rooibos tea. We used to swallow a whole clove, but it really didn't smell great around the house after a few weeks..... I will try that again because it works, hopefully the smelly bit stays away sorry for TMI.... I also cook with a lot of garlic, it literally goes into every meal but I don't use the ones that is already crushed, I don't like to use that.
GL with the waiting, I really don't like waiting lol

@Ninies - it will really be a surprise if AF doesn't show up, I really didn't have hope for this cycle

@Mrs Smith - You have all these really good remedies, thanks for sharing.
I also have a positive feel for your cycle this month - and that you are so positive is helping. I tend to get rather negative about things.
I also read about some birth story of yours and wanted to ask still so if you feel like it could you please share your PM with me too.
Are you going to use the CB digital OPK's?

Hallo Ladies,

@CarienM - Good to have you back. Holding thumbs for your exam results and that AF does not even show up at all.

@Inca - I get alot of cramps when I ovulate and the few days before. I always got them but when I take Fertomid they are so much worse and really painful that you dont even feel llike bd'ing....

@Nikita87 - Holding thumbs for you girl. You might still have a chance as you could get some dull cramps around your usual AF time and be pregnant.

@Jaybee - Sorry to hear AF is on her way. Hang in there...remember new cycle = new opportunities.

@Liza and The Mrs - cycle buddies we are again. I must say having a cycle buddy makes it a bit easier. Feeling not so lonely.

AFM - I am also under the weather with the flu bug, and really dont feel like working at all but I have lots to do. I am on CD6 today and will take my last fertomid tonight. I dont have many symptoms just a bit of sticky CM this morning.