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@all...just to pump in and say hi. Hop u all ar doing great...@Godsent...i think present title is ok. Barreness dos not only refer to those seeking for fruitful of the womb. One can equally b barren financially. Tnx for ur wonderful posts.i hop u ar enjoy Enugu state now? Warm greetings to ur boy. @pikinmama...u ar a great comedian. Tnx for ur wonderful info. God bless u love. @Goldenbaby...it is wel wit u. God wi supply all ur needs according to His riches in glory thru christ Jesus. @all..this is our season to annonuce our bfp

@Iyabetajos...congrats. Wishing u a stress free pregnancy. @santagola...it is wel wit u. I av u in my prayers. @pink...be strong swtheart. @all my muslem sis here...happy belated eld-el-fitr. @all...God wi surprise us wit bfp dis month in Jesus name...amen

@redeemersave...congrats dear. U wi carry to term and deliver safely.

@eve...tnx for sharing ur testimony on this thread. I appreciate God for ur testimony and it sha b permanent. U sha deliver safely like a hebrew women in Jesus name...amen.

@omonikibia...lol. U ar correct babe. Congrats prettymomma. So prettymomma is rocksqueen.

@prettymoma...congratulobia. Our God is a God of perfection.may His name be praised forever.

@Safe...present. U be correct monitor.@Omonikibia...i thank God u ar strong now @Pink..pls be strong.@Tunde...God is your strength@All.. How una dey? No bfp yet in dis month!. O God pls dot allow dis month to pass us bye without us recording a maximum number of Bfp in Jesus name...amen.

@all...is quite an age.tnx for everyone dt keeps this thread alive esp Goldenbaby, Godsent and sotum etc. Pikinmama...u ar indeed a comedian. I enjoyed reading ur post and tnx for all ur info. Those that went for deliverance i pray dat ur deliverancs sha b permanent in Jesus nane...amen. My dream life and dt of my dh changed after our deliverance last month.

@nice...congrats sis.pls appreciate God for this car gift and He wi do more.get ready to announce ur bfp soonest.
@seanbell...ur baby is so cute and handsome. God is indeed a faithful God
@mamatriplet...hop ur ar strong now.pls pop in and say hi to ur caring sisters and brothers here.
@Udoka...hop u and ur twins are doing great.U ar really doing a great job here.may God continue to keep u and ur twins in Jesus name..amen
@iykmau...pls cry no more.ur season to announce ur bfp has come.just be happy and prayerful.(e-hug)
@all...this is our month. just b prayerful and keep ur faith alive. i love u all.

@sotum....God is ever faithful. He is a God of impossibilities. Nothing is too hard for God is to do. Am so excited. I can't stop thanking God for ur testimony. U ar now a living proof for God's miracle.congrts. dis is just d begining of ur testimony.u wi testify soon of ur wife pregnancy. May God's name be praised. May God continue to strengthen and bless serv Vic. Glory to Jesus.

@God's sent...so u guys ar relocating to east, that s nice.ur relocation sha be smooth and successful.
@pikimama...u ar such a funny mother.i love reading ur post. it so educating and interesting. may God bless u.
@Goldenbaby, uteh, skimpchick, seacrest,etc...this is our season.

@MamaT...my heart weep for u. It is unfair. I dot kn wat to say. I pray that the heavenly wi console my sis. TTC mata.abeg God visit ur people with children.

@pinky...from my experience TVS is not painful at all.

@omonkibia, tbaby and mamatriplet...amen ooooo to ur prayers. Am convinced dat our prayers av been answered. Glory to Jesus. @all...happy new and fruitful month to all the mothers and fathers of nation. It is our season to celeb.

@nice...i rejoice wit u on ur sil safe delivery. may God continue to keep the mother and baby sound and healthy. it is ur turn to celeb.Jesus is Lord.
@goldenbaby...tnx for ur wonderful prayers on all ttc mothers and fathers. may God grant u ur heart dsires.
@all...i can't wait to kabash at midnight. satan and barreness are in trouble. we ar now unstoppable to av as many children we wishes to av.it is wel with our families.

@omonikibia...u don hammer. Abeg go do hpt sharp sharp. I can't wait to dance azonto for u.

@our pregg mummies..udoka, mummyf, sparkle777, etc. hop u and ur Lo are doing great.
@pink...sorry for the loss. the chemical preg prove dat u and ur dh are fertile. the next preg wi stick and u wi carry to term and deliver safely. just eat right and tnx for the list.
@sparkle...pls stick to ur doctor's advice. it is wel wit u.
@alwaystrue...thanks for the word. u ar always on point. may God bless u.
@Goldenbaby...yea seven is for perfection and God wi perfect evrytin dat concerns us including our bfp in Jesus name...amen
@mamat...welcome back.
@all....lt is well with us. we sha av mass of bfp come next month. i lv u all. pls continue to pray untill something happen.

@tukree...i was there on thurs and it was indeed awesome.God is indeed using serv Vic. this his prayer point(oh Lord my creator, destroy every spirit and power that is not from GOD in my life in Jesus name...amen) convinced me that he is a real servant of God. since dat deliverance, i now sleep like a baby.no bad dreams.no eating in d dream.my mind is at peace. i didn't spend anything except my Transport fare.please lets us keep on asking for forgiviness as he instructed and pray and av faith in God becos is only God that gives children.rem he also instructed us to always respect God by kneel down and appreciate Him becos God is not our mate.i kn dat our testimoies(bfp)are closer.

i just saw this info on internet so i decided to post it here. hope this wi help someone here

Knowing Your Menstrual Cycle

Getting to know your cycle is key to understanding your fertility. You need to appreciate what is happening to your body at every stage of the month (i.e. based on a 28 day cycle, what is happening during week one, week two, week three, and week four) so that you can interpret signs and work with your natural rhythms to enhance your fertility.

Every aspect of your cycle is equally important. Your menstrual flow is a good indicator of your general overall health and fertility. Women today do not talk with each other as much about their cycle, so, more and more women have an understanding of what is 'normal'. Now that you want to concieve, it is time to get involved, talk about it, learn about it, and feel it like never before. Always remember that what is normal for some is not for others. Volume, colour, length, etc. can vary from woman to woman. .

The Ovarian-Hypothalamus-Pituitary female sexual hormonal axis. If this regulatory system is balanced the woman will feel very little changes throughout her cycle. Most women have some kind of imbalance, therefore they do feel the changes in their cycle, although, these are good ways to get to know what is going on, and aids in the process of rebalancing. 10-15% of miscarriages happen due to hormonal imbalances. Many infertility problems are due to hormonal ovulatory disorder. It makes good sense to get to know this part of you and start balancing it today.

Start making a daily diary of how you feel throughout your cycle. This is a good way to get in tune with your hormonal fluctuations. Charts are available to take temperature, record cervical secretions, note intercourse, and spaces for many other signs and feelings.

The cycle begins with the start of your period (the first day when normal flow begins). There is about 14 days until ovulation (follicular phase), estrogen levels constantly increase, toward ovulation your sex drive may rise, cervical mucus appears, and you become fertile. The second half, the luteal phase, is from ovulation to your period. This is when fertilization occurs, if not, the egg is absorbed and the uterus prepares to shed its lining. Progesterone rises in the luteal phase and estrogen levels fall in the last 7 days. This is the Pre-menstrual phase.
Fertile signs

Cervical mucus: this is a reliable way to know when you are fertile. The secretions become slippery, elastic, and egg white in character.
Cervix: By feeling the cervix at the same time each day you can tell when you are fertile. When it is high, soft, and open, this is your fertile time.
Basal Body Temperature: Don't become obsessive about this. Pregesterone causes a rise in temperature of about 0.2 degrees celcius immediately after ovulation. This should remain high until menses begin. Other conditions cause raises in temperature; infections, stress, medication, drinking alcohol, of lack of sleep. A temperature that is consistantly below 36 degrees celcius during the follicular phase may indicate an underactive thyroid (lethargy, weight gain, sensitivity to cold). A high temperature before ovulation may indicate an overactive thyroid. If your temperature does not change throughout, it may point to a luteal phase defect, or that you may not be ovulating.
LH surge: This takes place just before the egg is released. Some women ovulate immediately after the surge. Do not wait to have intercourse. These are kits that come with sticks you urinate on daily.
Sex Drive: This is a simple and wonderful indicator of your fertile time. When you want it, go get it!

Week One

Falling estrogen and progesterone levels signal the hypothalamus to release GnRH (gonadotrophin releasing hormone) which triggers bleeding and the start of the cycle. This makes the pituitary release FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) which starts the growth of the follicles with an egg inside each of them.

Bleeding generally lasts from 4-7 days with the heaviest bleeding on day 1. The amount bled is usually about 50-80ml. The endometrium starts to regenerate and by day 5 it will be about 2mm thick.

Most women in the swest believe that menstrual pain is normal, they take painkillers to manage. The painkilling medication can also effect your fertility. Pain is a sign that the flow of energy and blood is impeded. The blood should be red, not dark-brown and thick, or pinkish and watery. Clots also are a sign of imbalance.

Get to bed early during bleeding. Eat nourishing easily digestable foods. Do not expose yourself to climactic extremes. Try not to swim in cold water, and avoid sex if possible.

It is also highly recommended that women stay away from tampons. The use of reuseable pads and cups such as 'the keeper' are the safe way to go, they just take a little getting used to. If you must use tampons, educate yourself in the dangers associated with them, and only use organic cotton unbleached.

Vitamins A, E, and selenium are all important to build up the endometrium. Foods rich in iron and vitamin C help compensate for the blood loss. CoQ10 helps oxygenate and move the blood, and vitamin B1 also helps build blood.

Do light exercises during your period such as yoga, qigong, or meditation.



Week Two
Between 10-20 follicles have been developing, but this week, the ONE will be chosen for ovulation. FSH levels continue to rise to stimulate follicle growth. The dominant follicle may grow to become 20 mm in diameter. The ovaries tell the endometrium to thicken to foster the possible coming implantation. When estrogen rises, FSH declines so that no more follicles mature. Estrogen peaks at around day 12, this tells the hypothalamus to release LH. LH levels surge around day 14, 24-36 hours later the wall of the follicle ruptures and releases the egg which then begins its journey into the fallopian tubes.

B vitamins are needed for proper release of the egg and synthesis of RNA and DNA. Zinc, magnesium, selenium, and vitamin A aid egg production and cell division. Vitamin C, E, selenium and zinc are all thought to be important elements in the follicular fluid that surround the egg to aid in its suvival.

During this week you will have more energy, feel more alive. Do regular aerobic activity (brisk walks, aerobics, martial arts, running, swimming, cycling, weights). You cannot have sex too much! This does not weaken the sperm, actually, chances of conception are increased with more frequent sex. Some say that sperm can last up to seven days if their seminal and protate emisions are healthy. An egg is fertilizable for 12-24 hours after release. So when fertile signs are at their optimum, intercourse is important. Day 10-15 are the days on a 28 day cycle where a woman is most fertile. 5 days before ovulation and 2 days after equals 1 week of conception intercourse every cycle. Enjoy!

N/B: Consuming yams during the pre ovulatory part of the cycle can sometimes stimulate ovulation. Yams act like the drug Clomid.

DO NOT LET SEX BECOME A TIMED SYSTEMATIC EVENT!!!
CARESSING AND pre-intimacy INCREASE FERTILITY!!!
DO NOT USE ARTIFICIAL LUBRICANTS. ONLY USE PRE~SEED FERTILITY FRIENDLY LUBRICANT.
TRY TO OBTAIN ORGASM TOGETHER!!!
STAY IN BED FOR 30 MINUTES AFTER SEX!!!
DO NOT GO TO THE TOILET FOR 30 MINUTES AFTER SEX!!!
TRY TO STAY AWAY FROM THE USE OF ALCOHOL AND DRUGS TO SET THE MOOD!!!

Week Three

Now that FSH has dropped, and LH is slowly declining, it is the time of progesterone. This phase is called the luteal phase. This is from ovulation until bleeding. This should last at least 10 days for their to be time for fertilization and implantation. The site where the follicle ruptured on the ovary turns into the corpus lutem which secretes progesterone.
Progesterone; 1. builds and thickens the uterus endometrium to support the embryo which will burrow into its layers, 2. turns off LH and FSH so no more eggs are produced, 3. raises the bady temperature ever so slightly, and 4. closes the cervix and forms a plug to stop things from entering the uterus.

Zinc and vitamin A are important for the production of progesterone. Vitamin C is important for the corpus luteum and its release of progesterone.

Do moderate exercise at this time (walking, cycling, taiji, yoga), and avoid excessive weights and aerobic activity.


Week Four

Time to hope, pray, stay calm, and think positive. The embryo gets to the uterus 4-5 days after fertilization. The egg has 2 days to become fertilized. 7 days maximum for the egg to get fertilized and into the uterus. Another 2-3 days may be required to complete implantation. Therefore, implantation occurs about 7-10 days after ovulation. An embryo (or blastocyst) has about 30 cells by the time it reaches the uterus and starts to break its cellular capsule (zona pellucida) to begin implantation. As women age, the zona pellucida becomes tougher. After implantation has taken place, the placenta begins to form and HCG (human chorionic gonadotophin) is released signaling pregnancy. This makes the endometrium not be shed (menses), and the corpus luteum to produce more progesterone to sustain the pregnancy for the next 12 weeks until the placenta can do it on its own. If no conception has taken place, the corpus luteum will degenerate after 12-16 days post ovulation, and the 8-10mm thick endometrium will stop developing and begin to shed. Estrogen and progesterone levels fall, the hypothalamus releases GnRH which releases FSH. Bleeding occurs, follicles begin to develop, and the whole cycle starts again.

Try to eat warming foods (cooked), but not too spicy. Stay away from too many raw and cold food and drink. Ensure a healthy supply of essential fatty acids, vitamin B6, E, zinc, and magnesium are in the diet.

Exercise at will unless you think you may be pregnant, then stay away from high impact, heavy weight, extreme aerobic activities. Deep breathing and visualization of an implanting embryo is of utmost importance at this time.

Improving Cervical Secretions

Cervical secretions are vital to fertility. They indicate fertility, and aid the sperm in their journey. The cervix is filled with a mucus secreting membrane. Estrogen changes the cervical fluid. the vagina gets moist wet and slippery, secretions may show on your underwear and toilet paper, and this fluid becomes stretchy like egg white if stretched between finger and thumb. The mucus will stretch 2-4 cm when you are most fertile. The fertile mucus creates ease of passage for the swimming sperm through the cervix. Progesterone kicks in immediately after ovulation which dries up this cervical mucus and gives it a lotion like character.

When you are not detecting fertile cervical mucus, it is possible that you are ovulating right after you are bleeding so that the fertile mucus is blended with the blood.

Other causes for inadequate cervical mucus; low estrogen levels (low body weight), rapid weight changes, too much wheat bran in diet, vitamin A deficiency, antihistamines, ulcer medication, clomid, some antidepressants, too much exercise reduces circulating estrogens, smoking, high doses of vitamin C dry up mucus, synthetic underwear, fabric softeners, scented toilet paper, tampons, vaginal lubricants, pH out of balance, and poor sexual techniques where the woman is not excited enough to produce sufficient secretions.

Cervical secretions can be improved by; eating foods rich in B vitamins, drinking plenty of water, and including wheat germ in the diet all can help.

If you have determined that your pH balance is off the following is a quick dietary reference to help.

Alkaline foods (to correct acidity): millet, almonds, seaweed, beets, artichokes, asparagus, green, broccoli, brussels sprouts, celery, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, kale, cucumber, endive, escarole, leeks, kohlrabi, lettuce, onions, garlic, ginger, parsley, potatoes, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, turnips, watercress, brown rice, apples, apricots, fresh figs, bananas, berries, melons, kiwi, grapes, lemons, limes, pears, plums, peaches, mangos, papayas, bamboo shoots, bok choy, parsnips, eggplant, okra, peppers, radishes, swiss chard, rhubarb, spinach.
Neutral foods: yogurt, butter.
Acid foods: lamb, chicken, turkey, goose, duck, salmon, white fish, eggs, beans, barley, buckwheat, oats, rye, white rice, mushrooms, raisins, beef, veal, pork, ham, bacon, cheese, goat and cow milk, wheat, corn, tomatoes, oranges, grapefruit.
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@Omonikibia...am so sorry for the loss. may her gentle soul rest in peace...amen. it is wel my sister. i hop u ar strong now?

@God's Sent...tnx for interceding for all ttc women and men. may God continue to bless u and ur family. rgds to ur Lo

@loldar2000...my dh Was Azoospermia But Now His Count Is In Millions. Wat Ur Dh Needs Is Right Medication,diet,exercise, Fruits And Vegies. Above All Be Prayerful. He Shuld Avoid Any Sugary Things and Cold Food.avoid cold water at all cost,eat beans at least 3x a week, eat one cook egg 2x a week. pls he should not eat rice without vegetables. replace fufu/garri with pounded yam or pounded plantain(don't buy proceesed one,pls pound it urself.)u can buy small mortar from the mkt.avoid Any inorganic Food. Avoid Hot Bath. Always Sleep Unclad At Night. u can email me if u av any questions: babyto16@yahoo.com

@mummyf...congrats. u wi carry to term and deliver safely.
@mamat...tnx for d info.

@flakeey...i did not go to the hospital again. my dh insisted dt i should give my body break for now.
@all...am not officially ttc for now. just bd to enjoy myself with dh and leave the rest to God..am only taking warm water lemon and honey therapy for now to remove all the toxins in my body. it is well with us. i may not b visiting dis thread often but i wi not stop interceding for evryone on this thread. wishing evrybody a bfp soonest. i lv u all.(e-hugssss)
@MamaT....tnx for those words of encouragment. it really inspired me.may God bless u.

@God's sent...tnx for the explanation. u ar such a darling. may God continue to shower His blessing upon u.

God's sent:
Good morning fruitful people.
@chi16, i did not see your email please, what is the subject ?

pls dear could u shed more light on the deliverance section 'cos i wi attend deliverance class next week. tnx. rgds to ur Lo.

@Godsent...i sent u a mail yesterday. pls reply.
@all...i caled servant Vic on phone. after our discussion on phone. he told me dt is only God dt wi deliver me and bless me with children not men. he told me dt barrenness is not of God. that we must tackle it more spiritual than physical through prayer. it is wel with us.

@flakeey...tnx for ur urgent info. u ar such a darling.

@Tbaby4real, Flakeey,Dreamsinbic and Venus...i say a BIG thanks for ur concerned. pls Flakeey...could give me the full address of the hospitals u listed. i mean Island maternity and onikan health centre. tnx for ur urgent reply.
@all...any other suggestion is welcome..
@Venue...u ar a victor not a losser. dont give up sis. ur testimony is closer. be strong and courageous. it is wel wit ur home.

@all...good morning my lovely mothers and fathers.AF finally showed up after a long cycle of 50days instead of normal 33days. this is d longest cycle of my life. wat more can i say. thank u Jesus. today is CD 1. pls recommend me a good gyna in lag. tnx and do av a glorious day and week.

@God's sent....i claim my bfp in Jesus name...amen.
@Jilsandra...congrats on ur deliverance and testimony is permanent.wishing u bfp

@zenoj...congrats. Enjoy the joy of a motherhood.rgds to ur boy.