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June 12th, 2008, 10:01 AM
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on FF it says ferning test...what is it? 
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June 12th, 2008, 10:30 AM
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It's the saliva test.
Estrogen shows in your saliva.
As the estrogen increases, the crystals become different on the slide (its a small microscope).
It goes from a glob to the pretty ferns.
If you need anything else just ask!!!
Hugs from Houston!
Dawna
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June 12th, 2008, 10:39 AM
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ok that seems like alot of work!! LOL is it worth it?? what does it mean when it is positive (so to speak?
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June 12th, 2008, 10:51 AM
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I have used one but I personally don't like it.
I doesn't seem to show a pattern that is consistant with my CM or temps.
I will get positive OPKs and no ferning and vis versa.
But is is kinda cool, my DD loves it 
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June 12th, 2008, 10:54 AM
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It's easier than taking a temperature before you move and at the same time every day....
I ALWAYS wake up having to go to the bathroom!!!
I've had mine for a couple of years now.
It's really easy once you figure out how to read it...
I have to hold the lens to my eye and lower the slide until it's focused.
When it's positive (fully ferned) it means your estrogen level is increased.
(These are used to determine when NOT to BD if you don't want a baby, too.)
Hope this helps!
And good luck!!!!
D
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June 12th, 2008, 10:56 AM
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 ya know i might just try it if my first cycle is unsuccessfull...it cant hurt to try anyway 
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June 12th, 2008, 06:22 PM
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Hmm. This is new to me. Thanks for sharing.
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June 12th, 2008, 07:13 PM
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On 1/31 at exactly 16 weeks pregnant Noah came too soon. He was our 7th loss  If you would like to see pictures of my sweet (but tiny) boy they can be viewed at www.caringbridge.org/visit/noahdarrohn they aren't the easiest pitures to look at but I am willing to share them with anyone who would like to see them <3
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June 13th, 2008, 02:37 AM
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 those pics are amazing!! they look really cool 
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June 13th, 2008, 06:43 AM
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Kat - Couldn't hurt to try!!! Enjoy watching those ferns!!!!
Bobbi - I agree with the others...THOSE PICTURES ARE AMAZING!!!!
Good luck everyone!
Dawna
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June 13th, 2008, 07:23 AM
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wow those pics are amazing, ive never heard of it before up until i just read this x
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My first weight loss goal is to lose 21lbs, which is 10% of my body weight
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June 13th, 2008, 09:13 AM
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AWWW thanks girls.... I never thought my spit was pretty until then 
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LMAO 
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Bobbie mom to : Jeremy (21) Amanda (17) Matthew (3) and Daniel (20 months) step-mom to: Stephany(21) and Krista (18)
step-grandma to: Wesley (23 months)
On 1/31 at exactly 16 weeks pregnant Noah came too soon. He was our 7th loss If you would like to see pictures of my sweet (but tiny) boy they can be viewed at www.caringbridge.org/visit/noahdarrohn they aren't the easiest pitures to look at but I am willing to share them with anyone who would like to see them <3
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June 13th, 2008, 10:05 AM
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My first weight loss goal is to lose 21lbs, which is 10% of my body weight
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June 14th, 2008, 10:18 AM
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Bobbie your results are awesome! I've been charting my ferning for 2 cycles now - but I still don't know if I'm doing it right. I know that I'll get the hang of it one day. Until then, I'll keep spending $$$ on OPK's too.
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June 14th, 2008, 10:29 AM
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Where do you get the ferning test kits from?
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My first weight loss goal is to lose 21lbs, which is 10% of my body weight
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June 14th, 2008, 10:52 AM
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This is the one that I bought: http://www.lunafertility.com/catalog...hp/language/en
I didn't buy it online though - London Drugs carries them. Plus it comes with a BBT and charts too.
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June 14th, 2008, 04:08 PM
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Mine is a Ovuscope ( I think) I got it on ebay
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Bobbie mom to : Jeremy (21) Amanda (17) Matthew (3) and Daniel (20 months) step-mom to: Stephany(21) and Krista (18)
step-grandma to: Wesley (23 months)
On 1/31 at exactly 16 weeks pregnant Noah came too soon. He was our 7th loss If you would like to see pictures of my sweet (but tiny) boy they can be viewed at www.caringbridge.org/visit/noahdarrohn they aren't the easiest pitures to look at but I am willing to share them with anyone who would like to see them <3
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June 14th, 2008, 06:07 PM
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I have an ovuscope and got it at walmart several years ago. I love using it. I knew when I was preggo by it too. I always get a second serge of ferning when af is about o show if I am preggo.
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what is ferning?
As far as ferning goes... the saliva scope didn't ever line up with my OPK's/Temps/CM or crosshairs. It was fun to do, but I couldn't trust it for a sign of O for me.
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