OHbaby! Forums : TTC gadgets https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:45:18 +0000 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:47:22 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=28550 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Puts hand up as another TTC Charter...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=793893&title=ttc-gadgets#793893 Author: WestiesGirl
Subject: 28550
Posted: 02 October 2009 at 1:47pm

Puts hand up as another TTC Charter and BD'ing competition contestant hehe I started charting from the first month we started TTC because I had no idea how baby making worked except for needing DH's little swimmers

The first BDing competition I did with the girls was our 4th month of trying and I fell pg but sadly that ended in a MC and it wasnt until 6 months later that I fell pg with Jackson.

I also used OPK's which I found really helpful, although at the time sometimes frustrating. And vitex, so not really a gadget, but I was on my second cycle with that. ]]> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:47:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=793893&title=ttc-gadgets#793893 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : I&#039;m with mrsg1, when we were...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=793676&title=ttc-gadgets#793676 Author: tiptoes
Subject: 28550
Posted: 02 October 2009 at 10:31am

I'm with mrsg1, when we were TTC at first we just went with the whenever relaxed approach (knowing that ovulation was approx day 14) but after awhile not doing anything felt stressful for me, and actively taking control and trying new things actually made me feel more relaxed. I think I'll have to check out those monitors for next time, as didn't try that (oh dear, am I already thinking about next time?)

Anyway, the gadgets I found useful was charting, especially the charting thread. I liked OPKs and found them useful. I didn't like maybe baby as I could never get it to work. I used preseed the month we conceived so I liked that too

Not sure if you count acupuncture and herbs as gadgets, but I tried those and found that they helped regulate my cycles so I'd also recommend those.

I never tried the BD competitions but the competition definitely seemed to get a few of the girls (and their partners) inspired with some great results!]]> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:31:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=793676&title=ttc-gadgets#793676 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : After 9 months of TTC, I&#039;ve...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792618&title=ttc-gadgets#792618 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 28550
Posted: 01 October 2009 at 11:34am

After 9 months of TTC, I've started charting. I tried taking the relaxed approach, but after several BFNs I was getting stressed and upset each month, with charting its giving me some control and understanding over what my body is doing.
The charting thread is really great and everyone is helpful.
Also with it taking a while and getting stressed Bding kinda stopped, so this has put some gas back in the tank.

BD comp seems to give the DH/DPs a bit of encouragement too, a bit healthy competition seems to do it for them .]]> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:34:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792618&title=ttc-gadgets#792618 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : I charted and it was good to see...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792588&title=ttc-gadgets#792588 Author: minik8e
Subject: 28550
Posted: 01 October 2009 at 11:18am

I charted and it was good to see what my body was doing and when, but in saying that, I never included DH in what my chart was doing, so that he didn't feel pressured (and I didn't have much trouble, unlike some of the other ladies on here). Personally, I'm with Stacey though - if you're just starting out, just take the laid back approach and have lots of fun trying!!]]> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:18:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792588&title=ttc-gadgets#792588 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : LOL I&#039;m with LilFatty and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792356&title=ttc-gadgets#792356 Author: Babe
Subject: 28550
Posted: 01 October 2009 at 9:09am

LOL I'm with LilFatty and Stacey too - TTC methods could include having fun, having lots of nookie, seeing how many places round the house you can get it on, greeting hubby at the door in your bday suit, the list goes on...
I started to chart and found it stressful from day one TBH. Our BD rate dropped through the floor but in saying that we got BFP that month too. Wasn't fun though and I wouldn't do it again (use any TTC methods other than brimming penis ). That was just me though.

Edited by Babe]]> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:09:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792356&title=ttc-gadgets#792356 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : LOL, Lilfatty ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792218&title=ttc-gadgets#792218 Author: kabe
Subject: 28550
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 10:50pm

LOL, Lilfatty ]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:50:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792218&title=ttc-gadgets#792218 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : You can only get htem in NZ aby...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792183&title=ttc-gadgets#792183 Author: Emmi_
Subject: 28550
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 10:09pm

You can only get htem in NZ aby ordering them in off Ebay.... no stores or NZ websites will sell them..]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:09:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792183&title=ttc-gadgets#792183 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : hi buzzydaisy, we fell pregnant...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792178&title=ttc-gadgets#792178 Author: emmag
Subject: 28550
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 10:07pm

hi buzzydaisy, we fell pregnant at the same time after 20mths of trying, i had a misscarriage 2 weeks ago so are now trying again. this clearblue monitor, do you know if you can get it any where in nz.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:07:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=792178&title=ttc-gadgets#792178 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Hi ladies I&#039;m new here but...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=777419&title=ttc-gadgets#777419 Author: mum2jayden
Subject: 28550
Posted: 16 September 2009 at 8:30pm

Hi ladies
I'm new here but have been really interested in reading about these fertility monitors. I've never heard of them before, despite all my TTC research! Hee hee. Think I need to convince DH to get one for me ]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:30:36 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=777419&title=ttc-gadgets#777419 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : I used First Response OPK&#039;s...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=774368&title=ttc-gadgets#774368 Author: GabysMummy
Subject: 28550
Posted: 14 September 2009 at 9:08am

I used First Response OPK's this cycle & loved them - they were very accurate!!! moreso than the internet cheapy's.. it was $25.00 for a box of 7 tests (well I got it for $7 on trademe!, but regular price is 25.00).. worth it if you want to spend that amount]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:08:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=774368&title=ttc-gadgets#774368 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : clearblue fertility monitor ......]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=767687&title=ttc-gadgets#767687 Author: buzzydaisy
Subject: 28550
Posted: 07 September 2009 at 10:31am

clearblue fertility monitor ... an amazing TTC gadget. One of the only to have scientific backing

Clearblue monitor

you can purchase off ebay either from us or Oz. I got mine while friends and family were travelling in the uk. Amazon.co.uk and superdrug.co.uk

Yhey say they are not good for PCOS, but both myself and my Best Friend have managed with the monitor and PCOS ]]> Mon, 07 Sep 2009 10:31:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=767687&title=ttc-gadgets#767687 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : What are these monitor things...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=767655&title=ttc-gadgets#767655 Author: IVFGirl1111
Subject: 28550
Posted: 07 September 2009 at 10:01am

What are these monitor things and what do they do?! How do you use them etc.

I do also agree with Stace - TTC is such a stressful journey!]]> Mon, 07 Sep 2009 10:01:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=767655&title=ttc-gadgets#767655 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : I have the monitor too and after...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766556&title=ttc-gadgets#766556 Author: buzzydaisy
Subject: 28550
Posted: 05 September 2009 at 2:29pm

I have the monitor too and after 4 yrs of trying it really took the stress out of BDing time. The opks can leave you Bding for days still not knowing if u caught the eggy.
At least with the monitor it was plain as day and Bding wasn't a chore. DH was into it too, he was keen to see the level move from high to peak.

I was told about them by my friend on oz who was trying for 2 years with PCOS and managed it 1st pop when using the monitor.
I chart as well but i also have PCOS and i couldn't see a pattern to use from month to month, still enjoy charting tho.
Maybe baby didn't work for me at all either.

I have only used my monitor once too and.....

Edited by buzzydaisy]]> Sat, 05 Sep 2009 14:29:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766556&title=ttc-gadgets#766556 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : LOL lilfatty! ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766315&title=ttc-gadgets#766315 Author: PixieL
Subject: 28550
Posted: 05 September 2009 at 7:55am

LOL lilfatty!]]> Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:55:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766315&title=ttc-gadgets#766315 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Yeah I got mine from ebay, I payed...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766313&title=ttc-gadgets#766313 Author: Emmi_
Subject: 28550
Posted: 05 September 2009 at 7:51am

Yeah I got mine from ebay, I payed just over 100$ australian plus postage... ]]> Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:51:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766313&title=ttc-gadgets#766313 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Rachel, you can get them off ebay...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766271&title=ttc-gadgets#766271 Author: Shezzey
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 10:36pm

Rachel, you can get them off ebay at prices ranging from oz $50 to $200.  You need to purchase the sticks as well.

monitors on ebay

clearblue fertility monitor

]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 22:36:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766271&title=ttc-gadgets#766271 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Emmi_ wrote: I have a Maybe...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766248&title=ttc-gadgets#766248 Author: Rachel1982
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 10:10pm

Originally posted by Emmi_ Emmi_ wrote:


I have a Maybe baby, but found it didnt work for me...
I have just bought a clear blue easy fertility monitor, and love it (even though hopefully I wont need it!) Way worth the money!
anyway GL, and if you need any more advice, Im sure people will pipe up!


Hey Emmi do you mind me asking where you got the CB FM from? I'm interested in giving one a go but depends on the cost :(]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 22:10:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766248&title=ttc-gadgets#766248 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Im the opposite to Stacey, I would...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766120&title=ttc-gadgets#766120 Author: Emmi_
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 8:26pm

Im the opposite to Stacey, I would much rather be proactive than sit back and wait longer than I have to.... Our sex life is just as good as when we arnt TTC, infact we make more of an effort to show how much we love each other so that BDing doent become a chore. I think what ever you do, you need to make sure its right for you..
I chart (love the temping, shows that I did Ov, and when, and the charting girls are a hoot!
Ive done OPKs, and TBH, not really a big fan, a whole lot of hassle for a line thats pretty dark, but is it as dark as the control?
I have a Maybe baby, but found it didnt work for me...
I have just bought a clear blue easy fertility monitor, and love it (even though hopefully I wont need it!) Way worth the money!
anyway GL, and if you need any more advice, Im sure people will pipe up! ]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:26:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=766120&title=ttc-gadgets#766120 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : I don&#039;t mean any offensive...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765972&title=ttc-gadgets#765972 Author: kebakat
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 6:03pm

I don't mean any offensive to anyone either. This is just my personal opinion..

I think if you are just starting ttc take a relaxed approach to it and just BD when you want to, figure out how long your cycle is and just have fun around 2 weeks before AF would be due.

If you really want to do something then chart.

I think too many obsess over everything and takes the fun out of having sex. One of my friends hubby complains because of how obsessed she gets over her temps, symptoms, testing etc and how he HAS to perform on certain days and hes had enough and I can't blame him. I think most "gadgets" add stress to it all.

Just my opinion though!]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765972&title=ttc-gadgets#765972 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Hi ladies I am wondering what...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765969&title=ttc-gadgets#765969 Author: lilfatty
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 6:00pm

[QUOTE=Petal] Hi ladies

I am wondering what TTC 'gadgets' you recommend and don't recommend. /QUOTE]

I recommend a penis (preferably one brimming to the tip with sperm)

]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:00:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765969&title=ttc-gadgets#765969 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Petal, I agree with Monikah.....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765959&title=ttc-gadgets#765959 Author: Shezzey
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 5:48pm

Petal, I agree with Monikah.. charting is the way to go... it helps you see how your cycle is going.  My best tip for OPK (ovulation strips) is to use them three times a day around expected ovulation time.   You can get some very cheap ones off ebay.

see here

]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:48:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765959&title=ttc-gadgets#765959 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : i personally reckon just charting...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765955&title=ttc-gadgets#765955 Author: monikah
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 5:43pm

i personally reckon just charting is the way to go. its totally personal opinion and i mean absolutely no disrespect to ppl that have it all but i think TTC is quite an easy thing to obsess over so the less the better, to start with at least, if that makes any sense. OPK's are good too as they can predicts before you OV as opposed to charts where you can miss OV and get caught out. if things dont work after quite a while go nuts and get everything. lol. there are monitors and all kinds out there, you have to get them from overseas though i think]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:43:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765955&title=ttc-gadgets#765955 <![CDATA[TTC gadgets : Hi ladies I am wondering what...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765921&title=ttc-gadgets#765921 Author: Petal
Subject: 28550
Posted: 04 September 2009 at 5:07pm

Hi ladies

I am wondering what TTC 'gadgets' you recommend and don't recommend. I reckon you could spend a fortune on urine ovulation testers, saliva ovulation testers, thermometers etc.

Are there any you think are a waste of time and money?

I bought some ovulation test strips from baby4u.co.nz. Have tried a couple but no pink line as yet, but then AF seemed a bit mucked up last time around (hopefully a sign my body is getting back to normal after coming off BC 4 months ago).

Thanks!]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:07:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=28550&PID=765921&title=ttc-gadgets#765921