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I'm a fan, I can't attribute it to being our only reason for success, but we got a BFP our third month of using it (and no luck the seven months prior even with charting) so I can't complain!

I was slightly disappointed with only a thing or two- it was pretty automatic once you hit a low, you stop using the sticks and the month runs on automatic until you hit the "m" button. 

It was a good double check for my charting and while expensive, gave me peace of mind that I wasn't missing anything.  It locks you into a certain time window every day, I just liked how it saved information as opposed to individual sticks guessing if you are gearing up to O or not.  It definitely picked up subtle changes in my cycle, so ovulation is definitely not expected only on CD 14. 

@panterapeach: I know this isn't your question, but since you mentioned the spotting.... If you consistently start spotting about a week into your LP that turns into your period, you may have a luteal phase deficiency and need actual progesterone supplements to correct vs. just B vitamins.  Or does the spotting go away again for a week before your period arrives?  If it turns into your period, it might not be allowing enough time for implantation, and you may want to talk to a doctor sooner rather than later.

My 10-11 day LP with a day of spotting prior was the biggest red flag my RE found at my first visit, indicating low progesterone.  She put me on progesterone suppositories starting a few days after O that have lengthened my LP out to 16-18 days.  Feel free to ignore me, but just wanted to give you a heads up in case it might help :)

@panterapeach: If the spotting is only for a day or so and it's another week until your period, it's likely less concerning, since it sounds like your overall LP is pretty normal.  I got this kind of spotting (w/o being pg) one month trying naturally and both months I've been on fertility meds and progesterone sup.  My RE doesn't seem overly concerned about it at this point, but it wouldn't hurt to call up your OBGYN and ask - if you already have one you like.  If you feel like they aren't giving you the time of day (mine didn't), it may be worth contacting an RE to ask - but they'll probably want you to come in for a full consult.  I'm not sure how old you are, but after 30 yo, most REs will see you after 6 months.  That said, it might be helpful to have a few months of charting under your belt before going to an RE - it's a really easy diagnostic tool that can eliminate the need for other tests.  Most of all, good luck!  Every time I try something different to help ttc, I get a renewed hope.  Hopefully you get good news before you make it to the doc :)

I used IC's for a while and even restocked but ended up being fed up with it. It seems that OPK's require you to check twice to make sure you don't miss the spike. So around lunch and then afternoonish. That was a whole lot of POSing! Then I had to stare at the lines to compare them and it drove me crazy! 

I charted instead and I found it was less invasive. Buy one that keeps the last temp so you can write it down later and you don't have to wake-up and scribble it down. Have your hubby do it for you if possible -- as in sticking the thermometer in your mouth while you're sleeping. Once you both have a routine, it'll be easy peazy!

Have you tried the CBEOPK's (the smiley face tests?)  I used the cheapie amazon ones and feel like the results are confusing - I end up with faint second lines for several days whereas the smiley face test is digital and therefore seems more reliable.

I haven't started temping, yet.  Maybe will start on that next month.  We got pregnant pretty quickly (second cycle) but then I miscarried.  So this will be our third cycle trying (but really our fifth month).