What types of posts would you look for in a TTC blog you followed? I'm trying to wrap my head around the logistics of blogging about trying to conceive. What if it takes much longer than expected?
Obviously there's more to write about than charting and the mechanics behind getting pregnant, but couldn't it have the potential to become repetitive? Would writing about your plans for parenthood and pregnancy be less valid if you're not there yet?
squash / 13764 posts
I would personally be happy to read about your plans for pregnancy/ parenting (or what you think they will be), if for no other reason then because I think it would be interesting to look back and see how things have changed once you actually are pg/have a baby! I also think that hearing about other people's plans for parenting/pregnancy/thoughts about the two help me clarify how I feel about them.
wonderful pear / 26210 posts
I was thinking about this topic this morning. My view is a little skewed now, having been pregnant and given birth, so take it for what it is worth.
I wouldn't read about TTC now. I don't have the time to be invested in people's journeys, my LO is too demanding when he is awake. When I am online, I am looking for information, not feelings.
While I was going through it, I probably would have looked for someone with similar characteristics as me, who was doing it the same way (acupuncture, charting, OPKs, older than 35). I tend to be very list oriented, so to me a post is useful if it lists sources to buy OPK sticks, which pregnancy tests give you positive results earliest, what to look for in an OB, that kind of thing.
eta: also, unless you've BTDT, especially WRT to parenting, I am likely not reading your insights into parenting (general you, of course).
wonderful pomelo / 30692 posts
Well, seeing as how I haven't started TTC yet, I definitely am interested in reading TTC blogs!
I would be interested in seeing the journey. What things did you do prior to TTC (doctor's appointments, prenatals, dentist, etc). When did you go off birth control prior to TTC (months before to regulate your cycle vs immediately). And then updates on what you're doing each cycle. For example, during the first month, a TTCer might just go with the flow. Then if they got a BFN, they might start charting. Maybe they start using OPKs. Maybe they start meditating. Stuff like that. Then I'd be interested in seeing how they get through the TWW. What sort of things do they do to keep themselves occupied.
Hope that helps!
pear / 1664 posts
I would want to know about all the planning aspects, etc. Anything from 'how did you decide when to TTC' to what you're doing (like charting, temping or whatever)...
pear / 1650 posts
I was thinking about a ttc blog this very morning! I'm curious about foods you eat (incorporating more calcium, going out of your way to purchase the Omega-3 eggs for breakfast, etc?), how you handle drinks at events to avoid the raised eyebrows from friends that become convinced now that you're expecting... etc. Also, fitness stuff. I'm taking a pilates class today now that I've decided I'm ready to TTC !
kiwi / 686 posts
I think the repetitiveness could actually be comforting to those having a hard time themselves. Just having someone else going through that exact same thing, the frustration and impatience, could be therapeutic to read.
kiwi / 575 posts
I blog about real life and am very public about it. I also blog about my TTC struggles anonymously. It's interesting because I get more readers/comments and overall hits on my anonymous blog. I think it's because I'm more honest and able to write anonymously. Blogging is like therapy for me...
honeydew / 7968 posts
i kind of agree with looch - i'm not a mom yet, but i'm pregnant now, so most likely to follow someone who's already a mom or in the same stage as me (in pregnancy)....
but thinking back a couple of months ago, when i was TTC, i guess the every day blog is probably too repetitive and boring, maybe the pros and cons of what your doing... what methods are successful or a "failure".... whether you're seeing specialists, and if there's a problem, what that is and how to address it.... ? hard to say.
it's really hard! to think of things to write about! i mean, most readers probably won't want to know what your daily temperature is, but would want to read your progress and your feelings?
cantaloupe / 6669 posts
I don't think it would be repetitive at all. There so much different stuff you could share:
- Your personal journey (your relationship; how you decided to TTC; how you deal with TTC with friends, family, coworkers, etc.)
- Resources/reviews (OPKs, cycle trackers, etc.)
- Questions to ask your OB/GYN or RE
- How to get ready for baby / baby "bucket list" (vacations, home buying/building, finances, career, etc.)
- Baby dreams (anything from nurseries, clothes, etc.)
pomegranate / 3764 posts
I find the majority of TTC blogs I read... are ones who have been there and done that. I don't really follow many 'currently TTC' blogs (3 that I can think of) - most googling has led me to older blogs, that I can stalk the archives from.
GOLD / cantaloupe / 6703 posts
I"m starting to discuss the TTC process on my blog as Hubs and I are trying. We're starting our second cycle post-MC and it's all ups and downs..
blogger / honeydew / 7081 posts
I blog anonymously about TTC, but the site's called 'Baking and Babies'. So basically, I write about being frustrated/anxious/nervous/excited, and post the recipe that I'd make to cope with those feelings. They're usually chocolate.
If I were reading another TTC blog, I'd like something where its not just month after month of the same. Give me some info, tell me about something else you're doing in your life. Make it be about a little more than just your cycles.
But hey, at this point, I'd be happy to read anything TTC related.
pomegranate / 3388 posts
I think there's a lot going on in anyone's head during a TTC journey, so probably there will be plenty to write about. You could blog about your mindset, updates on your chart (if you choose to do that), how your husband is reacting to the TTC journey, etc. If you like to look at baby stuff online you could also post about baby items that you like. Those are just a few ideas...
GOLD / wonderful apricot / 22646 posts
I actually just posted my first TTC post on the blog today, check my profile for the linke! 
My approach is going to be to continue blogging about every day life, with a focus on our TTC journey which will be a huge part of our life in the coming year.
Like PP's have written. I plan to write my personal ups/downs and also creating a resource guide for the future and other ttc mama to be's out there
olive / 50 posts
I think I'm going to start blogging about TTC and I'd really love to read others' blogs!
pear / 1639 posts
I blogged our TTC journey. We did infertility treatments and I talked about everything. Other people getting pregnant, my emotions, how my body was feeling, what we were doing, etc. Once I got pregnant, it turned into my pregnancy blog
olive / 50 posts
I am very new in the ttc journey, but I blogged about it! It was harder than I thought, because talking about it to people I know kinda makes me feel uncomfortable...but I really felt the need to blog about it. Anyway, you can check it out over at fraukuech.gmail.com.
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