Yes bfp but been here before so not getting too excited, not this time.

[Hampshiregal]

Hi all,

I have been naughty and been testing early. I've been testing positive everyday for a week. I'm over the tww, as official test day was Saturday. I called my clinic on Friday and was reminded that I still have a long way to go yet (they did word it nicely). They said they don't do blood tests anymore but I may take previous advice here and go to my gp. Otherwise, I'll just have to wait till my 7 week scan. It feels like my af is coming. I'm finding it difficult to sleep as I'm constantly expecting bad news.

My OH is not excited, he's been so disappointed before. We've had two m/c's. Plus today he mentioned about us being older parents. I don't feel old, I'm 42! He said what happens if something happens to us - seriously, I expect to live for at least another 40 years. Surely lots of women become mums at this age. I feel a lot healthier and fitter than my younger work colleagues.

I think I will just have to try to stay sane till scan day but that's like three weeks. Any advice on how not to lose the plot is much appreciated. Thank you x

[Tugsgirl]

I totally understand where you're coming from but even so I want to offer you my congratulations. May you have a happy and healthy pregnancy xx

[Fredaflintstone]

Congratulations!! I hope the next few weeks go quickly for you xxx

[Lou9]

Wishing you a healthy and happy pregnancy. X

[CountryCat]

Wonderful news! I know it is early days but keep the faith and many, many congratulations xx

[Sunshine09]

Congratulations 🌈 Stay strong and focus on your goal, and as for older parent me and hubby both 45, I see it more experienced and I also expect to see our child grow, you can't live your life on what if!! I have seen parents lose there child, and also children lose there parents, so live for the moment and enjoy every minute ❤️🌈💋💋

[Hidden]

Congratulations Hampshiregal. I totally understand the hesitation before getting ones hopes up. I was there before at my against the odds IVF pregnancy 2 years ago. I'm also 42 and am going to do an FET soon, with my last remaining embie.

I get the concern about age, but anything can happen to any one, any parent no matter the age.

Laura Linney, that amazing actress had a baby at 49 after many years of trying. She was recently interviewed and commented about being an older mother. Her comments were lovely. Was an article in the guardian or telegraph I think. I recommend googling it. Or I can find it and send it to you.

I have older friends who have become mothers in their 40s, older than me. I think us IVF mums and mums to be appreciate motherhood more, so we have a lot of quality time.

But, try not to worry about that right now though and just look after yourself. xxxxx

[Hidden]

Congratulations. You give me hope. Take care and enjoy every moment x

[baby2016]

Huge congrats to you 😊 And posts like this confirm to me that DE will be the best move for me too. Hopefully this is your time now, and by no means are you too old to be a mum or dad! Lots of women have children way in to their 40's and no-one knows what's round the corner, whatever your age. Huge congrats again xx

[Cinderella5]

Must be so scary but exciting at the same time! Congratulations, wishing you a healthy pregnancy!xx

[Hannah143]

Congratulations on your BFP! I really hope that you have a fighter in there 👊 , I pray that this is your time 🙏🌈 xxx