My Favorite CHEAP Tests: Clinical Guard
My Favorite SENSITIVE Tests: OSOM
OSOM tests are a little different because they use black dye, rather than pink or blue. It can make it much easier to see a light line because the dye is a darker color. These are the most sensitive tests I have ever used. But be cautious... you’re more likely to notice a chemical pregnancy with these tests. So if you would prefer to not know, wait a couple days and use a less sensitive test. Another thing to note is that with very light lines, it’s much easier to see them once the test has dried a little. One downside to OSOMs, is you need to buy them in a larger box. So overall they are cheaper than most drug store tests, but you have to spend more initially. I still always keep a box of these around!
My Favorite “AM I REALLY PREGNANT?” Test: First Response Early Result, aka FRER
There’s a reason you see people immediately say “Go get a FRER!” anytime someone has a squinter on another brand. A First Response is the test we all are so used to seeing - it makes that line feel real for some reason! The downside is they can be pricey, so I only break out the FRER once I have a line on another test first.
My Favorite TELL MY HUSBAND Test: Clear Blue Digital
A friend told me the story of how she excitedly told her husband they were expecting baby #2. She had planned a really adorable way to tell him, involving their toddler. But when her husband saw the pregnancy test, he stopped smiling and said he didn’t see a line. Was she sure? He didn’t believe her! Browsing TTC forums, I have seen similar versions of this story multiple times. The digital test with the clear “Pregnant” is much easier for a husband to put faith in than a faint line!
Other Tests I Like:
There’s SO many tests out there, and I think we all have our preferences. Here’s a few others I have liked using:
- Walmart’s 88 cent pregnancy tests - very sensitive and affordable! I’d buy these more, but I rarely go to Walmart.
- Dollar Store Tests - again very affordable and surprisingly sensitive!
- Easy At Home - I used these during our fertility treatment cycles and I was really surprised at how sensitive they were. It was nice having another affordable option that wasn’t just a cheapie test strip.
- Wondfo - the classic cheapie!
- Clear Blue - the most popular blue dye test!
Anyone else have any favorite test brands? Share in the comments!
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