thanks beanybub, still a little unreal at this stage. its great to have someone else to tell when you can't tell anyone else ykwim !!!
i think i may need to get another test to convince myself.

do be careful testing early. i have had alot of BFNs and it does get disheartening, there is also the prospect of chemical pregnancies (where AF comes on time or slightly late after an early BFP).

if you have symptoms i'd say go for it. although i should be the last to talk i convince myself every month i have symptoms

i'll put the epo away for the last trimester, hopefully
best of luck i'll be thinking of you.