What should I do?
May 29, 2008
On a side note…I am really debating about whether or not to take a HPT before my beta on Monday. In a way it will be good to get an advance warning if it’s negative but on the other hand, why do I want to depress myself any earlier than I have to. What’s so wrong about having a few more days of blissful ignorance. I mean hey, in my head I’m pregnant until proven otherwise (based on that speck of hope that’s always always there). What do you guys think? I wish I knew how to put up a poll!
May 29, 2008 at 4:19 pm
I’m an early tester, so I say go for it! On my last three IUI’s I started testing at 9dpiui, haha. Do whatever makes you comfortable though. Personally, I would rather expect and brace myself for a negative BPT if my peesticks were negative, than hoping (and stressing!) all day with the unknown.
Good Luck!!
May 29, 2008 at 4:39 pm
I have been having the same debate. I have never really been much into them with previous cycles but this is our last try and I kind of feel like I will, but when? Our 3dt was last Saturday, so it is early yet.
I know I’ll test before my beta, I can’t take another disappointment without some notice! But since I bought the family size box of HPTs at Costco yesterday I may POAS a few times before then.
My fingers are crossed for you!
May 29, 2008 at 4:43 pm
Personally, I’m a pee early and often sort of gal. Besides being impatient, I’d rather risk false negatives to know early, then to wait and be crestfallen at a negative beta. Plus I have an exceptionally long luteal phase, so I couldn’t even count on AF showing before the beta to give me a head’s up.
That said…everybody’s different, so you have to make the decision that works best for you.
May 29, 2008 at 5:13 pm
In my earlier cycles, I tested a lot. After a while, I got tired of wasting the money on the tests. I would vote do a test early, knowing that it could be a false negative. But whatever your gut is telling you.
May 29, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Testing is really whatever is best for you. I tend to test because at least I can be prepared for the bad news and it doesnt hit me in the gut at work.
Keeping my fingers crossed that you only get positive tests and calls!!!!
May 29, 2008 at 7:08 pm
I used to test early, but it became too emotionally taxing and I became a late tester. Testing early was confusing because even if I got a negative I would rationalize it by saying, “It could be too early to get a positive…”
I know every person is different so I think you should follow your gut.
May 29, 2008 at 8:10 pm
I’m a compulsive tester. I always figure that if it’s negative, then either I’ll convince myself there’s still a chance but it’s too early, or I’ll have a chance to adjust to the news before hearing it from a stranger. And if it’s good news, then it’s that much more time to be happy!
Whatever you choose to do, good luck! I hope it’s a positive.
May 29, 2008 at 11:03 pm
I know I struggled with the decision every cycle – to hpt or not to hpt! Hope you get your bfp both ways!
May 30, 2008 at 12:33 am
I have a phobia of those damn pee sticks so I waited until the beta for our IVF and had to get the “not pregnant” results at work. I really wish I would have tested the day before just to have the day to deal with it on my own. Best of luck with your decision and result.
I can also really relate to leaving engineering. Even when I was working on my masters degree I was looking at nursing programs. I have been working as an engineer since 2001 and while it is “fun” work, I also don’t share the passion that so many do. Kudos to you for moving on and fulfilling your dream.
May 30, 2008 at 1:01 am
I was an early tester, but it said I wasn’t pregnant, so I sat on my bathroom floor and cried, and then I actually was, but it took me longer to realize it.
I’m not much help. I’d say it sure sounds like you’d like to not test, and I’d say that’s an ok idea.
May 30, 2008 at 5:22 am
Personally, since every pg test I’ve ever taken has come out negative, I’ve decided that I won’t waste my money on them anymore…they CAN’T be all negative, can they? HeeHee. IMHO, if you’re going to have to spend the money to have someone else read the test for you, then I wouldn’t spend it on a HPT!
May 30, 2008 at 6:06 am
Don’t test, that way Sunday you will be in a mood of great hope and wonder!
May 30, 2008 at 9:08 am
I’m an early tester, but I don’t necessarily think that’s a good thing. If you can stay in this place of hope and wonder for a few days more, than by all means, you should. I’m an obsessive control freak, so that never worked for me.
I’m so looking forward to meeting you on Sunday!!!
May 30, 2008 at 12:22 pm
I’m an obsessive and perpetual tester. I always buy the hpt’s at the dollar store.
(I found your blog by the way through another blog and wanted to pop in and say Hi)