2WW

Texting & Internet Slang abbreviation · Parenting Forum

2WW
Stands forTwo-week wait
CategoriesTexting & Internet Slang

2WW stands for Two-week wait, a parenting forum abbreviation.

Roughly two-week period between ovulation and an expected period or pregnancy test, described as emotionally stressful by people trying to conceive.

Example: Officially in the 2WW and already overanalyzing every twinge.

Usage notes

Forums host "2WW buddy" threads where members support each other. The term is also used by IVF patients waiting for test results after embryo transfer. Patience during the 2WW is a common topic in fertility apps.

More parenting forum abbreviations

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  • AIBU – Am I being unreasonable?
  • BD – Baby daddy
  • BF – Breastfeeding
  • BFN – Big fat negative
  • BFP – Big fat positive
  • BIL – Brother-in-law
  • BLW – Baby-led weaning
  • BM – Baby mama
  • CIO – Cry it out
  • DC – Dear children
  • DD – Dear daughter

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