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Hi,


I know there are plenty of other forums out there that probably can help me but I'm not a member of any of them, so hoping someone here may be able to help.


We have a 27mo son and are currently trying to conceive our second child. I had a miscarriage in May but haven't had any problems conceiving prior to this (our son was conceived on the first month and my second pregnancy happened with in two months of trying). So far we have been trying since June (which I know isn't very long for some) for a 3rd pregnancy and we're getting a bit diheartened.


I am thinking of buying a clearblue fertility monitor but am wondering if it is worth the investment. Also can I start using it the day after my period started (it arrived today so I've missed the 'first pee of the day' window)


Sorry for the detailed personal info, but I know others on here have used it so would be good to know if I can start tomorrow or have to wait another month.


Thanks in advance to anyone willing to reply!

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Hi, I used it both times (currently pregnant with my second) and I would say it is definitely worth the investment. You can get them off amazon cheaper than the high street (60 vs 100) or you can get one on ebay that has been reset. I literally just sold mine a couple of weeks back that I used for three months. You also need the right box of sticks to use with it, again cheaper on amazon.


If you want to use it for this cycle you need to get it by the time you are day 5 and set it then, it wont ask you to pee straight away (usually day 9 on your first cycle and then it adjusts as per your cycle which it tracks) so you dont have to worry about missing your FMU today. If you have a prime membership on amazon you can get it delivered tomorrow, if you are desperate and you dont have one I do so I can order for you if you need me to.


If you need any other info let me know. xx

Hi,


Agree with Strawbs, grab one second hand or through Amazon online along with the necessary sticks. It does well to find your fertile window and interesting to get to know your 'true' cycle. I used the monitor briefly, now pregnant with my first. The monitor can be expensive but always worth it if it works.


The ClearBlue website has lots of info along with instruction leaflets to download and frequently asked questions.


Good luck!

I would also recommend it BUT my consultant adviced me against relying to heavily on any ovulation detecting devices so just bear that in mind. As someone said above, checking your temperature etc are also effective.


There is a great book called taking charge of your fertility which was a very good read for me.

Best of luck x

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