The fancy Clearblue Easy Digital test I got in an online giveaway about six months ago came up "pregnant 1-2" this morning. Which in their confusing way of measuring things is 1-2 weeks since conception, which is about right given it will be 2 weeks on Wednesday. So, um, I appear to be pregnant. Mea culpa for the bitching and moaning.
Now if it says 1-2 weeks, I'm assuming that means hcg is less than 100, which means that it might not be a great beta tomorrow. Clearblue Easy's help line refuses to give any information about hcg levels, but they do say that the minimum sensitivity is 25mIU so at least the beta tomorrow should be more than that. I should hope so, if it was less than that I wouldn't be holding out much hope for this particular passenger.
I got given the test in a deal to get women to review them, only I've lost the link to the survey I'm supposed to fill in. I do think they are a brilliant marketing ploy, designed to drive people absolutely nuts, and ensure maximal sales for the product. They are very expensive, but the temptation once you've got 1 positive to go out and get the next and the next in order to see the numbers going up (they go to "pregnant 2-3" and "pregnant >3") must be immense. I will try to resist and just have my lovely expensive blood draws instead.
I'd almost forgotten the immense craziness of this time. Feeling sure there will be blood any second. Totally tense about the blood test tomorrow. And then the next blood test on Friday. And then the scan. And then the next scan. And then the nuchal and and and... of course the likelihood is we may never get that far. Wishing and hoping. Pretending I don't know the due date would be 8 July.
Pregnant. With no symptoms to speak of. Who would of thought it.
Dear Thalia, I am so absolutely thrilled to hear this. I didn't want to write it yesterday, but the rumblings and tuggings didn't start with me this time until after I had gotten a positive. I'm so glad your body seems to be doing something similar now...
I can't tell you how much hope I am sending your way. May everything, everything turn out wonderfully, all the way down the line.
(And I agree, that test sounds designed to reel women in... Pure evil!)
Posted by: Kath | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 10:13
Yahoo! Three cheers for evil digital test! I will hold back full throated congratulatory shriekings until...yeah...July 8. But still. This is good. This is better than good...
xx
Posted by: OvaGirl | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 10:32
Wow. That's awesome. I hope you get a great beta tomorrow. Those tests sound insanely cruel.
Posted by: Sassy | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 10:35
Squeeeeeee!
Posted by: Hairy Farmer Family | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 10:38
zippedy doo dah!!
Posted by: Betty M | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 11:03
Thalia,
Fantastic news! I was holding out great hopes for you. Good luck with the beta and try not to totally wear yourself out working.
This is great news.
I
Posted by: Ladybirdgirl | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 11:28
It is a roller coaster, but this is great news.
Posted by: Jill | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 11:47
Wishing you a surprisingly great beta tomorrow and more good news to follow that :-)
Posted by: Rachel Inbar | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 12:00
What a happy thing to start the day with!
Posted by: daysgoby | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 12:00
What wonderful news! Keeping all crossed for you that all goes well.
And what an odd test--I guess I always thought you were pregnant or not, not by degrees!
Posted by: Jen | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 12:30
Holy canoli.
Posted by: BrooklynGirl | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:01
I'm hoping for the best. YAY! And of course, NBHHY.
Posted by: Jenn | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:12
Wahooo!! I hoping the very best for you; can't wait to hear about the beta!
Posted by: Flicka | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:19
WONDERFUL NEWS!!! you just MADE my morning - only wish you could see the smile on my face :0)
you are right, of course, there is still such a long way to go. but at least you're on your way.
wishing you a lovely journey....
all the best,
karen
Posted by: another karen | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:46
Hooray hooray hooray! That is absolutely wonderful news! I am thrilled for you.
Posted by: Sara | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:47
Yayyyyyyyyyyy! I can't wait for tomorrow!
Posted by: Aurelia | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:53
Wow! Okay, the test is horrible. But here's to hoping for more good news!
Posted by: Kirby | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 13:59
Just proof positive that our bodies will fuck with us given any chance, which in this case is a thrilling event. Best of luck on the beta, dearest.
Posted by: DD | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 14:35
Wonderful. It sucks that one can never be sure.. but any positive step is better than negative.
Posted by: Joy | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 14:42
Well, what a spot of great news! Good luck with this whole process, and oh, how I wish it wasn't as drawn out as it is.
Posted by: MsPrufrock | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 14:52
fantastic news!! That sounds like a very swank test. Hope tomorrow's beta is kick ass!
xo
Posted by: Calliope | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 15:23
Well congratulations :) :)
I was too scared to use one of those tests.
FX for a good, strong beta.
Posted by: LEB | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 15:26
What great news! Hoping for a nice big number tomorrow. (Is it too soon to joke about twins or triplets? tee hee!)
Posted by: Angela | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 15:40
How wonderful. It is crazy how your body can trick you, isn't it?
Going about my day with a smile ...
Posted by: Carla Hinkle | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 15:41
Happy Monday!! That is fantasstic news, congratulations. Those tests sound like the devil-I will be sure if/when we try again to get my hands on some.
Posted by: Somewhat Ordinary | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 16:14
Oh! I'm holding my breath, and I can't wait for tomorrow and I'm wishing for a huge, strong, beautiful beta tomorrow!
Posted by: Karen | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 16:16
I'm glad that you were wrong about the results of this morning's test! Hoping for a nice beta tomorrow, and the next one, and the viability scan, nuchal... and a healthy baby sometime around 7/8!!!
Posted by: Nico | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 16:30
Is ok with a very quiet, whispered "Woot!"?
Posted by: Helen | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 17:10
OH MY GOSH!!!!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU! Like Hammy the Squirrel in "Over the Hedge" jumping around with you for you! Congratulations! This has totally made my day! Seriously....so happy for you.
Posted by: filmgal30 | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 17:29
Fingers crossed for a great beta!
Posted by: Erin | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 17:32
Well! Some breath being held here.
Posted by: katie | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 18:02
PS out of curiosity, I tried to see if this new test is available in the US but it seems not...
Posted by: katie | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 18:04
Woo hoo!!! Best of luck with beta!
Posted by: Amanda | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 18:25
holy moley! here's hoping...
Posted by: Lisa Later | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 18:38
Such good news. Hoping to hear more of the same!
Posted by: Claudia | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 18:59
Yeah!
Sometimes it's good to be wrong, huh?
Hope everything goes very well tomorrow.
Posted by: Carrie | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 19:38
Has anyone pointed you to www.betabase.info yet? The expected median beta-hCG for 12dpo is only 35mIU. For 13dpo (tomorrow), it's 62mIU. Given that, it sounds like you're perfectly on track!
Congratulations Thalia! I'm very happy for you!
Posted by: Tinker | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 20:05
ohmygosh i'm silently screaming (a happy scream) in my office right now, so exciting (and also terrifying) but YAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
oh hurray hurray hurray, i'm so SO happy for you!!!!!!! not prematurely happy, just the exact right amount of happy. because this is still FANTASTIC no matter how early!!!!!!! YAYYYY!!!!
Posted by: Sarah | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 20:14
wow - on tenterhooks here!
Posted by: perceval | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 20:21
Oh gosh, I have not been checking your site because I couldn't stand the suspense, and now I can't wait for tomorrow's results. So far so good . . .
Posted by: Country Chick | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 20:30
I am so happy to read this news!!
Posted by: My Reality | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 21:02
Incredible, congratulations.
Now I guess its just going to be a question of how many!
Posted by: Sparkle | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 21:16
I am jumping up and down with happiness and excitement for you!
Posted by: Summer | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 21:23
I have my fingers crossed and am sending up some prayers... so very happy for you and praying the beta tomorrow is good. Hang in there...
Posted by: Sami | Monday, 27 October 2008 at 23:08
It's always a terrifying time right about now. But we have to go through it to get past it, of course.
Cautiously very very excited for you,
J
Posted by: Geohde | Tuesday, 28 October 2008 at 00:02
I know you're not ready for effusive celebrating yet but I think this is very good news. Sooooo much better than if it said "Not Pregnant". Right?
One step at a time. Here's to a solid number.
Posted by: millie | Tuesday, 28 October 2008 at 00:13
Wow, I'm psyched that you were wrong, wrong, wrong! And, I'm so excited to hear tomorrow's result! As for the test, I hadn't heard of those, but it really is a brilliant idea. I got so obsessed the first time that I was taking one a day for a couple of weeks there just to compare lines. This would have definitely added to my crazy.
Posted by: Meredith | Tuesday, 28 October 2008 at 01:00
Fingers tightly crossed; remembering Mare's experience (though I haven't forgotten it didn't include IVF), I've been hopeful for you ever since reading you felt utterly ill -- how twisted is that?
Posted by: Alex | Tuesday, 28 October 2008 at 02:04
Congratulations!!! I know those days are just horrible. Not sure what your doc's office policy is but see if you can pop in whenever you feel like getting a beta. My doc checks beta every 2-3 days, but it was absolutely nerve racking. I wish it was done on a voluntary basis. I know, I sound like a never-satisfied-monster! Good luck and please keep us posted!
Posted by: marie baguette | Tuesday, 28 October 2008 at 02:06
woot!!
Posted by: Orodemniades | Tuesday, 28 October 2008 at 02:18