8 TTC Essentials

Happy Saturday! For today's post, I thought I would share some of my TTC Essentials. A few of these products I've mentioned in previous posts but I figured I would put everything together so if you're about to embark on this crazy TTC journey you can pick and choose what will work for you!

1. Wondfo Ovulation Tests  - These "cheapie" ovulation tests are a godsend. If you end up TTCing as long as I have (I pray you don't) these will save you a TON of money! Added bonus: they usually come with a few pregnancy tests too, depending on exactly where you buy them.

2. Clearblue Digital Ovulation Tests - These tests are a bit more expensive, but also more accurate. I recommend these when/if you start medicated cycles.

3. Disposable Plastic Cups - Taking all those tests, you'll need something to pee into! Nothing fancy, these come in bulk and they're cheap.

4. Planner/Journal - I highly recommend a journal/notebook/planner of some sort. You don't need to spend $50 like I did on an Erin Condren planner but I purchased mine with the intention of keeping track of my day to day schedule. It wasn't until after I received it that I found it worked great for keeping track of my ovulation tests, doctors appointments, cycle days, symptoms and prescriptions. It's also great to look back and compare older tests.

5. Period Calendar App - I love this app! It will keep track of how long your cycle is, when you're most fertile and you can add details like how heavy your flow is and when you baby dance.

6. Rice Heating Pad - Whether it be menstrual cramps or cramps from fertility meds, a great heating pad is a must! This adorable shop on Etsy has the cutest designs and can even make Lavender or Eucalyptus scented pads.

7. Vitafusion Prenatal Gummy Vitamins - Prenatal vitamins are important to take, even before that BFP. Studies show if you take 400 mcg of folic acid daily at least one month before conception, you can cut neural tube defects down by as much as 70%. These vitamins taste great and are very reasonably priced.

8. Peppermint Tea - This has been a huge help when I've had bouts of nausea. I love peppermint and ginger to calm my stomach but most of the products I find are jam packed with sugar. This tea is caffeine free and organic.


Well that completes my list of the top 8 TTC essentials! Let me know what your must have products are!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Ashley