CALLING ALL WOMEN OF STRENGTH!!!

A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape…
But a woman of strength builds relationships to keep her soul in shape.
A strong woman isn't afraid of anything…
But a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of fear.
A strong woman won't let anyone get the better of her…
But a woman of strength gives the best of herself to everyone.
A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future…
A woman of strength realizes life's mistakes can also be unexpected blessings and capitalizes on them.
A strong woman wears a look of confidence on her face…
But a woman of strength wears grace.
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey…
But a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.
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Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 19 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 15wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!

Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

Luvkayln: 4DPO
Nikina: 11 DIUI - Medicated cycle. Beta 10/11 @ 9a.m. Welcome!!
Nino7: CD 2  
Bfromthed: 3DPO
Sammy J: 7DPO Started meds on 9/27 - Probably go in for IUI!!
krichar:   CD6?- Started meds on 9/25!!! FET October 25!!!
Keyan:  CD19 Next appt. 10/26
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

Waiting for an update:  
      
Hannah  
pyar    
BabyMadd  
princessJam  
SammyJ  
jmh2005  

Taking a Break  
Lina    
mrspace
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I hope I got everyone right!!! I'll try to update on me later - Gotta get to work lol!!!
Have a great day!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all!

[GUESITO]

My 4d u/s is tomm at 3pm....so excited to know if boy or girl....we want a boy but will be happy either way....will post asap

[GUESITO]

I have done 3 fresh cycles and 1 frozen. I will be more than happy to answer any ?

Bfrom- I changed re's and it finally worked! I'm sure it will work 4 u 2. ((((Hugs))))) did u rcv it?

[bfromthed]

good luck to you tomorrow no never recieved it. I will be watching for you post tomorrow...good luck and god bless!

[bfromthed]

thanks for the new thread

[Nino7]

will re-post her :)


luvkayln,
my dh and me live outside the US due to my dh work. The doctor gave a prescription, but in the US they dont accept any prescription from non US doctor. Funny they ship to military us address outside US and they ship to international address. I asked them how come!!!

My dr in the US he cant give me one now since he didnt see me for sometime now... I guess, business is business!!

I asked my friend to ask her dr. if he can give her a prescription for estradiol. I have no idea if he will accept or not !! I say even if it was under her name. I still can order it.

bfromthed,
I believe that the sample will be as good :) no worries.

The other day, one of my friend told me something made me smile :) she said: if you want really want to get pregnant too bad and from the bottom of your heart... you will sooner or later.. God will give you one.

[Nino7]

mommy10,
I remember you said that your endo was +5 before you had your IVF. My dh and me may consider it by end of this year or early next year. May I ask you few Qs please :)

have you taken estradiol before you go on IVF? I am taking pills but is not working so good.. my body is not responding right. I need vaginal cream, patches or injection but I cant have them here (they only use pills). and cant order them online since am outside us and no US dr prescription.  

did you take during IVF? and do you know what was your endo during the IVF?

Thank you

[luvkayln]

dnikki- So fertility friend and medhelp changed me to 3dpo according to my temps. Like I said, doesn't really matter b/c we didn't bd at all! How are things with you? :)

Guesito- Thinking of you today! :)

[mlward3]

So ladies I guess I'm in my tww period after first cycle of clomid! Still doing Bd as to make sure we give it all we got;)! Hormones have been off the chart especially right before I O'd! Haa it was intense! I had this rage within me I just wanted to pound on something anything or someone for that matter;) my Dh was like whoo!!! Ahhh but it seems to have subsided! I don't know I've never quite felt like that before im assuming it was the clomid and it took my hormones to a whole new level!!

[dnikki0928]

Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 19 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 15wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!
Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

~2 Week Waiter's!!!~
Luvkayln: 3DPO
mlward3: 1DPO - Welcome!!!
Bfromthed: 4DPO
Sammy J: 8DPO Started meds on 9/27 - Probably go in for IUI!!
Nikina: Any update on her? Beta was 10/11....?

Nino7: CD 2
krichar:   CD6?- Started meds on 9/25!!! FET October 25!!!
Keyan:  CD19 Next appt. 10/26
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

Waiting for an update:  
      
Hannah  
pyar    
BabyMadd  
princessJam  
SammyJ  
jmh2005  

Taking a Break  
Lina    
mrspace
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Guesito: Update ASAP when you get home lol!!! Good Luck!!

bfrom: How are you doing?

Luvkayln: Hey girl! Things are going well here, just busy lol! How is everything your way? Have you put any new pics of Addy on FB yet? I haven't seen any updates from you....I've got to get recent pics up on my account too - waaaayyyy behind!!

AFM: Things are going well, and getting busier now that Peyton is crawling!! She tries to get into everything! When we don't let her get something, she starts almost like this cute little growl or something and she sounds like a lion cub lol!!! She gets so ticked off! We can't help but to laugh at her! Big brother is doing really well, especially with her. He lets her climb all over him and pull his ears and hair...they are so cute together!  We are all doing well :-) Anyways, I've got to go already - gotta get back to work again! Hope you all have a great day!!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)

[bfromthed]

thanks for the update that is really helpful since the post can get long,,,,,I am doing okay just waiting progesterone test will be on the 26th so i will get the results on the 27th at this point not feeling anything but its really early after o so I am not expecting to feel anything til Wed or Thursday or so next week if there is anything going on in there. And we were only able to cover our bases 2 out of the 3 days re wanted us too...then missed 2 days due to traingin schedule and covered hem today...hoping enough transpired to get our bfp that sticks this time!

[trh0819]

Just updating. I'm 23 weeks now and doing well. Next appointment is Monday. All testing came back negative, so we did the happy dance! So nice to be able to enjoy everything now and not worry... or at least not worry about that  :-)

Wishing you all well!

[bfromthed]

time is moving right along I had not heard from you. Glad to know things are going great!

[GUESITO]

Its a Girl!!!!!!!!!!!

[krichar]

Guesito- yaya!!! That is what I guessed...I am getting good, 2 for 2 now lol!

I have again fallen behind on everyones updates as both of our computers have now crashed... Stupid Dell!!! any who... Not sure what cd I am but transfer is on Monday at 10:30 am, still a little indifferent but maybe it is because I have been down this road before!!

[bfromthed]

Guesito: Congrtas to you both maybe a boy on the next bfp journey!

Krichar: Good luck to you!

[GUESITO]

Well that 4d u/s is amazing, we saw our little girl, she waved, turned, she did so many things we where just in love... She moved around so much that she dndt let us see her face, but everything is just wonderful shes 5 inches, weighs about 4 onz and hb 155, This is finally sinking in....My little princess will be here in just months... Thank you for allowing me to share my journey and for all your support. I could have never done all this without your prayers, well wishes and support... (((((HUGS and SSBD to all)))))))

To all TTC- Do not give up on your dreams and believe because there can be miracles when you believe........

[luvkayln]

Guesito- OMG, yayyy!! Congrats!!! :) I know, aren't the 4d u/s just awesome??! We had ours around 32 weeks, and it was the best experience ever! Now your little grandbaby will have another baby girl to play with! :)

Krichar- Yayyy, so excited for you! Transfer is tomorrow!! :) I understand your hesitation, but I have a really good feeling for you!! ;)

Dnikki- Hey! :) Ya, I uploaded some new pics not too long ago on FB. I need to get some on here too. :) How sweet about your kids! Too adorable!!! :)

AFM: Just hangin' out in my 2ww, wait for AF that is! lol. :) I'm considering starting fertility blend when AF comes, just to get my cycles regulated. I've heard a lot of success stories with it regulating cycles. Anyone here tried it? I know Mommyin10 did, and her cycles were very regular... Any input appreciated! :)

[bfromthed]

hey hun I did the fertility blend and I had no success but you know I have heard great stories so good luck!

[luvkayln]

bfromthed- Oh really? I just want it to regulate my cycle. Did you notice if your cycle was more regular on it or do you feel like it did absolutely nothing for you? Thanks for the response! :)

[GUESITO]

You are in our prayers...good luck on your FET today...SSBD


To all: thanks for the congratulations now we can start a nursery soon so happy!!

[bfromthed]

Sorry i did not notice anything no changes at all....they say if you use it for 3 months with no results then they will give your money back...I purchased mines from GNC but no luck...but I have heard success stories so dont let that discourage you we never know what the magic mixture is...good luck and God Bless

[krichar]

Hey everyone!!! Well today is the day!!! Hopefully 2 little 3 day embies will be snuggling in for the long winter months and not make an appearance till July!! I am really excited! I will let you all know more later but for now I have to go get ready......eeeek!!!! And I am on my iPhone which makes it a little hard to type!!!

[rachjas0623]

guesito- Congrats on your little girl!

[Keyan]

Guestio: Congrats! NENA!!

Krichar: Good luck!

[bfromthed]

all: progesterone came in at 14.8 so on the low end but again I am not looking for much this cycle knowing that I o'd from the left I know they say medicated they like it at least a 20...I was not schedule to have it drawn until tmorrow but I am off work and my schedule wont allow me to get to the lab tomorrow so re said 1 day early is not bad???....

also on the re's scale my prolactin level should be below 25 and ines came in at 27.1 even though the increased my meds a few wekks ago so not sure whats going on with that but I know that hormone has alot to do with regulating ovulation and af.....

krichar: Good luck to you dont forget to rest a few days afterwards...feet up, no stress lots of r and r!

[dnikki0928]

Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 19 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 15wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!
Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

~2 Week Waiter's!!!~
krichar: FET TODAY!!! Good Luck!!!
Luvkayln: 5DPO
mlward3: 3DPO - Welcome!!!
Bfromthed: 6DPO
Sammy J: 10DPO Started meds on 9/27 - Probably go in for IUI!!
Nikina: Any update on her? Beta was 10/11....?

Nino7: CD 4
Keyan:  CD21 Next appt. 10/26
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

Waiting for an update:  
      
Hannah  
pyar    
BabyMadd  
princessJam      
jmh2005  

Taking a Break  
Lina    
mrspace
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Krichar: Good luck today!!! We are all thinking of you! Update us when you can and take it easy!!!

Keyan: Good luck at your appt. tomorrow - I hope all goes well. Update us when you get a chance :-)

bfromthed: I'm not sure about progesterone levels or prolactin. I had all the levels drawn and everything and I know I have low progesterone from the PCOS, so my levels have always been off. Did the RE say anything about maybe putting you on prog. suppositories after O? I had to do that, they are messy, but it helps the little beans stick and thicken your lining. Probably worth asking about...

AFM: Not much new here except DD is getting faster crawling lol! She started going into the kitchen last night and she heard me coming up behind her so she tried to go even faster but couldn't ( she kept slipping on our hardwood floors lol!!!)!! She's such a stinker lol! Other than that, we've just been getting our yardwork done while the weather is decent - DS is having a blast playing in the leaves :-) DH got the garage cleaned out so I can park in there again lol!! We are all doing good here! Have a great day everyone!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD (especially to Krichar today!!!) to all :-)

[GUESITO]

Thank you so much we are ecstatic!!! Cant wait to meet my little one.


Rachjas- Hows your little one doing?

Keyan- How are things working out for you. Im planning a trip to PR soon will be nice to meet you.

[bfromthed]

no mention of progesterone this time he stated that maybe having it drawn 1 day early can make a difference but he said dont sweat it also i am 5 dpo not 6....I think I triggered on the 19th so you count o as the the 20th right? Im not sure how it goes/???? thanks for keeping up with all of us...God Bless you!


Also he said make sure that I fast when I have my next prolactin done so I wont have a repeate until Thursday cause Im off work :-)

[GUESITO]

Bfrom- I am pretty good with Ivf only...I'm curious as to how you are ttc. How does it work? Do you take meds?

[bfromthed]

I watch my temps....I do take meds clomid 150 mg cd 3-7 then check opk's when you get + then you use Ovidril (trigger) then bd that night and the 2 consecutive nights and then the waiting begins...
some people go in for monitoring to check the size of their follicles then the re will tell you when to trigger but due to time and $ we try and do it ourselves as you know we have had success just no success holding them for 40 weeks!

[GUESITO]

Oh ok Thanks for explaining it. Wow very interesting, hope you get a well deserved bfp


To all----Posted pics of the 4d u/s she covered her face the whole time but you can see her sideways.

[krichar]

Well I am still on my phone it is hard to type a long note! Thanks for all your well wishes!! They transfered 2-3 day embies that weren't so good. the first one only 2 of the 6 cells survive thawing and the 2nd one only 3 of the 8 cells survived :(!! It took them my 4 remaining "young embies" to get those 2... Double sad!! It broke my heart for them to say there wasn't a good chance but because I was there and the embies were thawed to go ahead with it. On a good note I go back Wednesday and get 1-5 day blast transferred as well to up my chances! So I am in the tww and I am not as well! But I did convince them to send me for blood work instead of a pee test!!

[bfromthed]

dont give up we never know! keep us posted and take it easy. God Bless!
Beatrice

[GUESITO]

It only takes one.. I did a full cycle and only ended up with 4 embies of which 2 didnt make it, So basically only had 2 and thankfully one stuck! God id good!! Beatrice is right Don't give up... You never know!  =)

[krichar]

Thanks ladies!!! I am trying to stay positive, going back in on Wednesday forthe blast is what is keeping me positive!! DH is so cute.... He said the 2 bad embies are going to make  it because they are his blood and his family has always had to fight for survival and they will too!! He also said they will come out with anchor tattoos and smack the doctor straight for not believing in them, that made me laugh !!! I am still holding on to hope just a little disheartening to hear it all!!

[GUESITO]

dh is too funny, its so sweet when they come up with the craziest stuff when you most need a laugh. Stay Positive!

[GUESITO]

Did a little bit of window shopping, Think im going with the pink/Brown Nursery theme.  I chose the 4-1 convertible crib in cherry wood with the changer and drawers attached. Its huge but just beautiful. We are painting the room half brown, half pink with the white wood dividing the colors. I think this project will begin in about 2 weeks since dh is always out of town and he wants to help. We have also chosen a name.... Yamiliany Tais.  

[krichar]

Such a beautiful name!!! And I love the pink and brown theme... Although I love sagey mint green so either way that color will be part of my nursery!!

[bfromthed]

window shopping has to be fun.....so happy you!

[Keyan]

Guesito: that's a nice name! Yes, we can try to meet, just let me know, it would be exciting!!

Dnikki: awww! Miss Peyton will soon start playing more tricks on you!!

Krichar: Good luck! your dh has a good spirit!!

Today was my appt, OMG all I can say, it was very painful! I am still having type of menstrual cramps (4 hours later)....the RE wants me to do another HSG test, the last one was on 2006. after that, I have to decide if we go ahead with an IUI cycle or go ahead with surgery...he says that my fibroid is affecting my fertility....I always knew I had a fibroid, and it is small, but after today's tests he discover it is making pressure on my uterus.

[bfromthed]

hope you feel better soon...are you going to have the surgery?

[GUESITO]

Yes only window shopping =( waiting for dh to return he's working out of town.

[luvkayln]

Krichar- OMG, your dh is awesome!! :) That's just too cute!!! :) I am SO hopeful and excited for you! I know that one of these beautiful embies will make! I have complete faith in it!!! Get lots of rest now, and especially after Wednesday!! God is GREAT and He will take care of you!!!!! :)

Guesito- Love the name! :) We chose the brown/pink theme for Addy too! It's my fav! ;)

Keyan- Oh wow, I'm so sorry you're still in pain! :( I hope you start feeling better soon!! I think having another hsg test is a good idea. What are your thoughts as far as the iui or surgery? I think the fibroid definately sounds like it needs to be outta there! Gosh, that's just one more obstacle to get over, but at least after that, your chances of concieving would be even higher!! :)

Nothing much new here. It's kind of a bummer to be in my 2ww, and knowing there's absolutely no chance that it worked this time. :( I'm not liking the fact that I didn't O until CD 41! NOT COOL!! I really want to give the fertility blend a chance, b/c I don't want to take any fertility meds right now, that'll be a last resort although I've taken them before and they worked, but I'm not ready for them again yet. We had a fun family day of shopping and went to the Runge Nature Center, which was fun! :) Well, gotta get my little one in the tub! :)

[bfromthed]

up at 3am not feeling well at all this cold is really coming down on me...stuffy nose, sore throat and I woke up this morning in a cold sweat. On top of that I am having all bfn sighs (chills, cold hands, nose, feet) if you know my history those are all bfn signs for me but again we were not expecting too much this time since I think I o'd from the left and I have no tube there..... Sending prayers, baby dust and sticky vibes to everyone!!!

[sbumblebeeo]

I am very hopeful for you!  I truly hope it all works out.  You have been trying for so long and deserve it 100%.  Fingers crossed!!!!

XOXO

[krichar]

Bfromthed- after all my transfers that I got bfp's from I have always been chilled and cold. I hope you are wrong about o'ing from the left side. I have found that having hot water with lemon and honey help with a cold and eliminates any meds while ttc.

Luvkayln- thanks so much!! I know... He can be quite the comedian at times, lol! How are things going with you? Any news yet? O'ing on cd 41??? Crazy! I hope the fertilaid helps, I have been doing accupunture to help with things. I have seen many people use it to regulate their cycles... Something to think about!

Sbumblebeeo- thanks!!! I hope so too!!! Feeling really hopeful! How is dh? Healing ok?

AFM- well i am 3dp3dt AND 1dp5dt... Confusing I know but I have it straight... Lol! Transfer yesterday went well. They only needed to thaw one of my blasts and the one they did was thriving!!! The Embryologist couldn't believe how much it was growing and how big it got so quickly... We could even see it under the microscope which it usually just looks like a pin tip on the screen. Hopefully this is it!! I am a little crampy, tired and dizzy... Hoping this is it!!! Wish me luck and keep me in your prayers!

[bfromthed]

thanks for the advice I did that last night and I do feel a little better just a really sore throat and having chills really bad...no signs of bfp but I still have another week to go so you know Im not a quitter...if af shows i am ready for the next month...I have to mentally keep myself siked up cause if not I will get depressed!!! Good luck to you  and Im prayng that this is it for you!!!! Cant wait...when will you test? With IVF do you have to wait 2 weeks too?

[bfromthed]

progetsterone dropped all the way to 9.8 so re said probably bfn this month but I  am so looking forward to next month and praying that I o from the right where I have a tube...I know thats not a gurantee but at least it betters my chances of success!

[Sammy_J]

Hi ladies,

Hope all is well with everyone. Sorry for disappearing... I am just not that into it this time. Had my IUI on 15 & 16. 4th IUI this year after 3 failed  IUIs and 2 IVFs. This time I'm just so indifferent its almost as if if I'm not getting any treatment. I don't even ask the docs whats up when I go for a scan. When I was on stims I didnt even ask how many eggs and what size and I still don't know! And now the doctor is thinking of doing the beta sometime in the next few days and I'm like: whatever!! Because of this state of mind I hardly come to the forum. It has helped me a lot in the past when I used to obsess over every little detail but this time I've just not been into it.

And I know I'm missing out on all your big and little but always important news,.. the hopes, disappointments, fears, dreams, symptoms, obsessions, feelings, emotions, tears, virtual hugs that are shared and understood here as no other place. But I also know that if there are people in this world who understand what I'm going thru now, they are here and they'll know that while I don't check in on them every day I have them in my thoughts and prayers always.

So here's to all us ladies, stay strong, keep happy and take care. We will get what we want cause we're not going to give up till we do.

Lots of love, hugs and SSBD to all and I'll let you know when I get my beta.

Sam

[bfromthed]

all: 9dpo no signs of bfp had temp drop this morning, progesterone drop yesterday so probably over for this cycle...but already mentally prepared for the next. Baby dust and sticky vibes to you all! God Bless!
Beatrice

[sbumblebeeo]

DH had his post op appointment today.  the doctor seemed impressed with the amount of walking he has been able to do.  He warned him not to over do it though.  No hunting, but he can drive again and watch Shelby as long as he is smart about it and the way he lifts her.  That is a load off!  We can't afford daycare right now.  He is off until December 1st and then he will be able to return on light duty.  That will help tremendisly!  I can't wait to go home.  I am so tired today!!!

[dnikki0928]

Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 19 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 15wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!
Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

~2 Week Waiter's!!!~
krichar: FET TODAY!!! Good Luck!!!
Luvkayln: 9DPO
mlward3: 7DPO - Welcome!!!
Bfromthed: 10DPO
Sammy J: 14DPO Started meds on 9/27 - Probably go in for IUI!!
Nikina: Any update on her? Beta was 10/11....?

Nino7: CD 8
Keyan:  CD25
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

Waiting for an update:  
      
Hannah  
pyar    
BabyMadd  
princessJam      
jmh2005  

Taking a Break  
Lina    
mrspace
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I've been keeping tabs daily, just haven't had time to update! I hope everyone is doing well :-) Not much new here...can't wait to dress the kiddos up on Sunday for Trick or Treating - DS is a horse and cowboy and DD is a ladybug :-D They are too cute together! That's all I've got for now - I'm tired and going to bed, I've got to work again tomorrow. I picked up tomorrow so a co-worker could have it off since I'm the only one who doesn't work every single Saturday...Then I'll have the next 2 off! Woo-Hoo! Maybe I can catch up on laundry lol...I wish! Have a great night everyone!!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all  :-)

[krichar]

Well I am 4dp3dt AND 2dp5dt... Confusing I know...lol!!! I had the 2 different transfers so I guess all in all I am 7dpo?? Oh well just trying to relax and take it easy!! Beta is on November 9!!!

[bfromthed]

good luck to you I am 10dpo and no symtoms (symptoms) at all but  am mentally geared up for next cycle.

[dnikki0928]

Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 19 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 15wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!
Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

~2 Week Waiter's!!!~
krichar:  4dp3dt AND 2dp5dt. BETA Nov. 9th!!!
Luvkayln: 10DPO
mlward3: 8DPO - Welcome!!!
Bfromthed: 11DPO
Sammy J: 15DPO Started meds on 9/27 - Probably go in for IUI!!
Nikina: Any update on her? Beta was 10/11....?

Nino7: CD 9
Keyan:  CD26
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

Waiting for an update:  
      
Hannah  
pyar    
BabyMadd  
princessJam      
jmh2005  

Taking a Break  
Lina    
mrspace
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Krichar: Sorry, I didn't realize I still had you as FET today lol!!! Sorry about that! Yes, with the 2 different embies it is a little confusing lol!! How are you doing?

[bfromthed]

11dpo bfn on hpt....I also had to break down and take Tylenol and Nyquil last night. I have a horrible chest cold and I coughed all night...temps dropped again this morning. I am not upset as this is what I expected....I expect the worst and pray for the best that wasy the blow of bfn is not that hard to except after all we have been through.... Good luck to everyone lots of baby dust and sticky vibes.
Beatrice

[mommyin10]

Hey, ladies!  Again, it's been a while since I've updated, but I finally posted some new pics!  We had a fun Halloween weekend & now everyone is pooped! :)  I keep you all in my thoughts, I just don't get the chance to update often.

sbumblebeeo:  Good news about dh!  How was Shelby's 1st Halloween!? :)

Keyan:  I'm so sorry to hear your testing was painful & that you'll need another HSG, but so happy, too, that you're being well taken care of by your new doc!  He will get to the bottom of things & help you and dh bring home your little one soon!!!  :)

Krichar:  I will reiterate what the ladies have said...  It only takes 1! Don't forget, I only transferred one ;-)  Your dh is awesome!  Love the sense of humor :)  Hang in there & I'm so happy to hear they'll do a blood test for you!!!  When will that be?

bfromthed:  I'm sorry :(  I'll keep you in my thoughts & prayers & hopefully your right side will cooperate next month!!!  Hang in there :)

Guesito:  OMG!  So so happy for you & dh!!!  I checked in on Tuesday to see how your appt went, but didn't have a chance to say Congrats!  I'm not sure I'm pronouncing her name correctly.  Could you sound it out for me?  If I am, it is beautiful & I love that it's different!  Yes, the 4D u/s is so unbelievable, isn't it?!  I'm so happy for you & will keep you and your little one in my prayers =)  Oh, pink & brown is a great choice!

Nino:  Hi.  Sorry for the delayed response!  I'm not on here as much as I'd like...  No, I didn't take estradiol.  I always had a thin lining & believe me, it was always such a concern for me.  My RE told me not to worry (but I did anyway) and he told me that he had a patient with a very thin lining who carried triplets!  Of course I still worried...  My lining was never higher than a 5 or 6 even with IVF.  I did do progesterone injections, which may have helped, but as of my retrieval, my lining was still maybe a 5 or 6.  I just can't remember exactly now.  You know my happy ending, so please stay positive & believe it will happen!  I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for you :)

[bfromthed]

CD1

[krichar]

Good luck on this cycle!!

MommyIn10- OMG!!!! They are adorable!!! I just want to eat them up... Lol!! It must have been so fun!!

Afm- feeling really ill! Dizzy queasy, tired, hot flashes, really achy heavy bbs and crampy. Welcoming it all with open arms if it means good news! I am reall thought it is!

[Sammy_J]

Ladies I'm scared!!!!! finally experiencing some emotion in this otherwise indifferent cycle.

My doc told me to get my beta tested. But I don't want to!!!! I had my IUIs on 15 and 16 oct. Now I'm 17dpo.

The thing with my case is that I keep getting hcg shots twice a week after IUI to support a potential pregnancy as I have a hormonal imbalance so I don't produce the hormones needed for the luteal phase. I got an hcg shot just yesterday and I know from past experience that the beta will be high. The highest first beta I've had was 178, and was I happy!! That was my first IUI and I knew I was getting hcg shots but I thought 178 is quite high, even while on injections. But my doctor wasn't happy as he knew that it was due to the hcg. When I went back for the second beta after 2 days it was 143. Both the high figures were due to hcg injections and were false positived. And this has happened every treatment cycle. I get a positive beta the first time but it doesnt double as it is because of the injections and usually it goes down in the second test.

So I know that again the first beta will be high but then I'll have to wait for the second one. And the 2 days between betas are the WORST!! I hate it. I calculate how much doseage I've been getting, what would be a high enough number for BFP, obsess over each past cycle and beta tests and what I got with what doseage and worry about the second beta. It is excruciating... If the beta is on the higher side (like when it was 178) I get hopeful while at the same time dreading the second one. And if it is on the lower side (like 47) then I feel it is over and hate to have to continue the shots and suppositories until the second beta confirms it.

Thats why I just want to avoid the beta totally. Escapist!! My next appointment with doc is on thursday so maybe I'll get the test done on wednesday and have it in time for the appointment. Is there any point in having it a day earlier? I dont know but sometimes I just don't want to know!

Then I tell myself, if its gonna happen its gonna happen and if it hasnt happened this time then let it go and move on. Easier said than done but you all know what I feel. Please keep me in your prayers at this time especially.

Hugs

Sam

[bfromthed]

went to re today and he wants to do femara this cycle to lessen the thinning of my lining so I will be starting that on Thursday...we are counting today as cd 1 since yesterday I was just spotting. So here we go. I normally dont go in for monitoring but he wants me to on cd 13 to check the measurment of my lining to be sure it is not too thin after d and c and clomid with the last cycle....he is also sending me for a battery of blood test to check hormones and my insulin levels tomorrow

[GUESITO]

hello all....ob app went great baby hb 156. Today we went shopping...bought the crib ,diaper changer/dresser, the sugar plum bedding pink/purple with butterflies..just gorgeous...the furniture is mohogany cherry we fell in love with it. We start painting soon so will post pics then.  Woke up with a bigger bump today (grew overnigjt lol) but have had the worst constipation ever any suggestios 3 days no bowel movement..sorry tmi.

[bfromthed]

nevr tmi I here we are all "related" in some since of the word...if you can get the book what to expect when expecting it all all healthy and pregnancy safe remedies for constipation, heartburn, nausea, etc....:-) Cant wait to see the pics glad you have not forgot about us here!

[dnikki0928]

Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 20 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 16wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!
Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

krichar:  7dp3dt AND 5dp5dt. BETA Nov. 9th!!!
Luvkayln: 13DPO
mlward3: 11DPO - Welcome!!!
Bfromthed: CD1 - Femara this cycle
Sammy J: 18DPO
Nikina: Any update on her? Beta was 10/11....?

Nino7: CD 12
Keyan:  CD29
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

Waiting for an update:  
      
Hannah  
pyar    
BabyMadd  
princessJam      
jmh2005  

Taking a Break  
Lina    
mrspace
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SammyJ: Girl, you need to have a beta done!!! I can understand your worry though...But you don't make hcg when you are pregnant? I also have a hormonal imbalance and I took progesterone after IUI/O to support a potential pregnancy. I had to take it for the first 12wks of both successful pregnancies....But get a beta done lol!! Keeping my fingers and toes crossed!!

Bfromthed: Sorry for AF but glad you are mentally prepared for this cycle...I do have to ask this though - why does your RE want to thin your lining? It's supposed to be nice and thick so a little embie can bury itself in there...Just curious. I did one cycle of Femara - it had different side effects than the clomid did for me. I got really dizzy and lightheaded on it, so just be cautious especially while driving. And I hope you feel better!

Krichar: OMGosh!!! Your beta cannot come fast enough lol!!! Those all sound like great signs!!! Are you thirstier at all? Keep us informed!!! Keeping my fingers crossed that you have 2 little embies snuggling in there!!!

Guesito: Sounds like you had a great day shopping!! Everything sounds adorable!! You'll have to post pics! Isn't it amazing how it seems like your belly gets so much bigger overnight?! Just wait till you're ready to pop lol!!!

AFM: Tired....We had a good Halloween - the kids were cute as buttons! DS was a horse and cowboy and DD was a ladybug :-)
DD had her 9month (Can you BELIEVE IT!!!!) appt. today - she's 20.7lbs and 28.7inches tall!! Her pediatrician is very happy with her growth - she was kind of on the small side when she was born. But she's doing great and crawling everywhere!!!
I go see my GYN next month and try yet again to get a partial hysterectomy done...Just when I think that maybe my pill is starting to work (5months into it), then bam, I'll get pain again. Argh, who know's lol...I'm just soooo used to pain by now. Anywhooo, we are all doing well and I hope all you ladies are too! I've got to get some shut-eye, so I'll check in soon!! Have a great night!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)

[dnikki0928]

Guesito: Forgot to address the constipation thing - never tmi lol! have you tired increasing your fruits (prunes too lol) and fiber? Fiber one bars - the chocolate ones are amazing lol!!! They help lol. If still no luck - call your OB and see if you can take Peri-Colace. It's a stimulant + a softener. I had to take it when I was p/g with DD. Hope this helps you!!! It's soooo uncomfortable lol!

[luvkayln]

Hi ladies! Had a huge temp drop this morning, 13dpo, so expecting AF tonight or tomorrow... right on time! lol! I ordered my fertility blend last night, so will start taking that as soon as it arrives. I'm hoping that will help regulate my cycles!! :) I posted new pics on FB, but will get some on here too of Addy's first halloween! She was a lady bug, and looked SO adorable! We went trick or treating, and mommy and daddy are enjoying the rewards! Hee hee! ;)

Guesito- Other than what dnikki said, my Dr told me to take a stool softener daily to help with that. It worked wonders for me! How fun you got some shopping done! :) Already half way done, how exciting!!! :)

Sammy_J- Oh wow, I completely understand your frustration and concerns about doing a beta test! I could only imagine!! If I were you though, i would get the test done. I mean, ya it would be complete torture to get a positive beta, and then have to wait 2 days to find out if the levels are going up or not. But what's the alternative? Sit and wait... and wonder...?! Either way you have to wait, ya know? If it were me, i would just want to know asap. But look, you're 16dpo!!! That's gotta be a positive sign in itself, right?! :)

Bfromthed- Sorry about AF! I'm glad you were prepared for her though, and are ready to tackle this next cycle! I think Femara sounds like it's a great choice for you! It sounds like you will be greatly monitered this cycle, that's exciting!!! :) I think I'll just be a day behind you, AF should be here tomorrow!

Krichar- Aaahhh... I'm so excited for you!! Those are all such promising symptoms! So ready for your beta!!! :)

Mommyin10- I saw your new pics on FB, they are just SOOO adorable!! I LOVED their halloween costumes! So creative! :) So I'm getting ready to start fertility blend to help with regulating my cycle, and I know you were on it for a while and loved it. I know your cycles were very regular when you were on it, do you think the fertility blend helped with that, or were you pretty regular before taking it?

Oh, btw, Sean's brother and his girlfriend are having a baby, and they just found out today it's a BOY!! :)

[mlward3]

Just an update ladies! Progesterone level was 24 after first round of clomid! Praying it worked!  12 dpo no symptoms really all hpt test bfn! Will shall see just preparing myself for Bfn, but still trying to keep a little hope for that Bfp! Will be poas in the am praying I see something! Good luck to everyone this month praying for each and everyone of us!

[Sammy_J]

Guesito
Wow that sounds great! Enjoy :)

dnikki and luvkayln
Well you girls are right... I went and gave my blood and will get the results tonight. scared and worried and hopeful all at the same time.

Can't believe how hope manages to creep in when I thought I was indifferent and feelingless, even negative, this time, but there she is again! stupid creature, keeps coming back just to get dashed again :) there, i'm being negative again. one day she will not be dashed and that will be just glorious, right? and that day could be today...

Hugs...

[Nino7]

mommyin10,
Thank you for your positive words :). I will not lose hope.

We scheduled IUI for tomorrow. I did U/s on CD 12 and my lining was only 5.6 :'(((. I Ov on CD 16, so we will do iui on cd 15 and will try naturally next day.

last month the doc cancelled the iui because of low endo thickness which was only 6 by CD14. But this month. we decide to do it anyway.

The doctor said that mostlikely am not getting pregnant because of my endo.

If this IUI did not work, we will schedule for IVF in few months.

My prayers to all,

[luvkayln]

CD 1 for me ladies! Started spotting last night, and is officially here this morning!

Sammy_J- Good, I'm glad you decided to do it! :) I have a wonderful feeling for you!!!!

Nino7- That's exciting your iui is tomorrow!!! :) I know it's stressful with your lining not being as thick as you want, but look at mommyin10!! She had the same issue, and it didn't fail her! Stay positive, God will take care of you!!! :) How many follies did you have at your last u/s?

mlward3- Ooh, how exciting!!! Praying you see your BFP today!!! Good luck! :)

[bfromthed]

no sweetie he does not want to thin it thats why we switched to Femara...after the d and c of course its thin then I went right to a round of clomid so thats why we switched...femara is said to have the same effects as clomid without the thinning of the lining. You are correct we want it nice and fluffy! Starting tomorrow :-)

[GUESITO]

Mommying- this is how u pronounce babys name..Sort of  like Yah-me -liany. (Yamiliany) middle name Taah- ees (Tais)

[rachjas0623]

Hi Everyone! I read constantly, but not much of a chance to respond!

I am getting ready to head back to work Nov 12. I am tearing up thinking about it. So, those of you who work outside of the home... how did you do it? Go back? :/

[Sammy_J]

Hi there, got my BFN again. This time beta is so low we wont go for a second test. This cycle is officially over, i stop progesterone and wait for AF. Then one month break on bcp, then another try.

thanks for all your support and encouragement, means a lot to me :)

hugs,
sam

[GUESITO]

You are in my prayers..please don't give up!!

[luvkayln]

Oh Sammy- I'm so sorry :( I know you were expecting it, but it's still hard!! Stay strong girl, I know it's tough!!! (HUGS)

rachjas- Oh geez... that was the most awful part, going back to work and not being with Addy all day! :( Everyone handles it differently, but when I finally went back, all I thought about was Addy! It was SO hard!!! I checked on her like every hour! It'll be very difficult at first, but then it gets better. Maybe go back part time at first? Can you do that? I didn't have a choice, and had to go back full time but it would've been easier on me if I could've slowly increased my hours at work ya know? At least you have another week or so!

[bfromthed]

I HAVE A ?.....I went to my pcp because I am asthmatic and still have this wet cough...he did x-rays and prescribed me antibiotics (zithromax) take 2 the first day then 1 each day for 5 days can I take this on Femara?

[GUESITO]

Bfrom- geez I hope you feel better... wow!

[GUESITO]

Bfrom- geez I hope you feel better... wow!

[GUESITO]

Bfrom- geez I hope you feel better... wow!

[GUESITO]

Bfrom- geez I hope you feel better... wow!

[bfromthed]

quick ? I also started Fertlity Blend again with the okay from the re 2 days ago...and today my cycle is over? Not even spotting after just 2 days???? comments...

[luvkayln]

Bfromthed- Ok... that's weird! And the pregnancy tests said no?? Was this "period" normal or just more like spotting? I've always read that you can't take fertility blend while taking clomid, and I know that femara is like clomid. I don't know, that's weird... I mean if your Dr said it's ok, then i'm sure they know what they're talking about. I suggest calling them and telling them, especially since this has never happened before!

[krichar]

Well I have a confession... I have been poas on cheapy hpt’s since Saturday ( 5dp3dt & 3dp5dt) and have been getting faint positives since then. They started off as almost phantom lines or evap lines but have gotten darker as the days have gone by. But as those of you who know me...I have no problem getting pregnant with IVF it is keeping it that is the issue. So here we go again....wish me luck and keep me in your prayers!!!

[GUESITO]

Omg congratulations!!! You will b in prayers hope this is it

[krichar]

Thanks so much!!! I really am trying to stay positive...this is my time!!!!

[dnikki0928]

Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 18months 21lbs and 31 inches long  
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)  
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.  
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long  
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches  
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!  
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)  
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!  
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!  
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!  
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.    
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)  
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz  
kmcarino:  Ryan Joseph was born Sunday, 6/20/10 at 2:33 pm.  He's a healthy 7 lbs, 02 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long =)  
ad_06:  Welcome, Conner Jamison! Born 7/17 at 5:13 pm, 8 lbs, 2 oz, 19 1/2 inches long :)  
Rachjas: Baby girl was born 7/16!  Congrats, Mommy!  Update with details  
=)  

trh0819:  BFP! 20 weeks :)  
Guesito: BFP!!! 16wks!! U/S  Perfect! Next u/s 11/1 and 4D 10/23!!
Michelleinhawaii: BFP - Send prayers & positive thoughts :)

krichar:  7dp3dt AND 5dp5dt. BETA Nov. 9th!!! NEEDS EXTRA PRAYERS, EVERYTHING CROSSED AND MUCH SSBD!!!!
Luvkayln: CD2
mlward3: 13DPO - Welcome!!!
Bfromthed: CD3 - Femara this cycle  + Fertility Blend
Sammy J: BCP Cycle
Nikina: Any update on her? Beta was 10/11....?

Nino7: CD 14
Keyan:  CD31
Candie: Great to hear from you!! Needs advice and stories from anyone who's had medicated cycles. Please share :-)

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BabyMadd  
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Krichar: YAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY!!! As said above in your update, sending tons your way!! Do they have an answer as to why you haven't been able to carry?

Bfromthed: Awww, I hope you feel better! Taking the zithromax and femara shouldn't be a problem. Go ahead and call your doc and double check and also with the fertility blend too. Feel better!!

Guesito: How ya doing? Any success with the "issue"?

I'm tired, so I'm not going to update much - All is well with us here :-) Have a great night ladies :-)

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)

[krichar]

No there is no reason...i guess just luck of the draw :( Hoping this is the one though!!!
10dp3dt & 8dp5dt and a BFP!!!!!!!!!

[Sammy_J]

Thanks for the support

bfromthed
Hope you feel better.

krichar:
Yay for your BFP and sending lots of sticky dust to make your lil bean stay and grow.

[krichar]

Thanks so much!!! Doing my best to stay positive!  But you know how it goes.... Don't think I will be completely at ease till I am holding a baby in my arms!

How are you doing? I have been checking in but I am still on my iphone so it is hard to respond all the time... I hope you are feeling better!

[rachjas0623]

Krichar- Woo hoo!

[ad_06]

Hey  ladies I have a ? for you all.

my niece is 19 and just found out she is pregnant, she went to the ER because of some stomach pain, which was due to a bladder infection and a UTI. She doesn't really know when her last AF was becasue she has Endo......they checked her HCG levels and they are 43.9 and said that she's around 4 weeks, are those numbers good? If she would happen to go back at 24 hours would her numbers go up at all? I know it takes 48 hours to double.

[GUESITO]

Update- yes that colace worked great! Thanks.  I'm 18 weeks lev 2 u/s 11/10 and ob appt 11/22

[GUESITO]

Ok so dh started painting nursery.. it is half beige half pink with the cherry wood board dividing both colors...looks just beautiful...we decided to go with the daniella collection for bedding...its a princes theme beige and pink just amazing...check it out at cocalo.com daniella and let me know how you like it. Will post pics when complete the crib was special ordered so just waiting fo it to come in. Have a wonderful wknd SSBD to all. Hugs!!

[luvkayln]

Krichar- Woo hoo!!!!! Congrats!!!! SO happy for you!! This baby WILL stay, I just know it! :) When is your beta??

[bfromthed]

ad: that number is okay as we normally dont find out until 5 weeks or so as long as it doubles/triples every 48-72 hours good luck!

all: starting spotting again today...dark as it normally would at the end of my cycle whats strange is after 1 day spotting, 2 days flow it stopped completely then today spotting just dark and not much...anyway all is going well with the Femara, fertility blend just hoping this does the trick and out little one sticks around for 40 long weeks.... :-)

[Nino7]

Hey all,

I had my second IUI on Thursday. I believe I got scratched during the IUI process, because I bleed and spotting for 24hrs. I hope that it does not affect the chances of getting pregnant.
My prayers to all,

Krichar- Congratulations :D))) my prayer for you to have healthy pregnancy.

Prayers to all

[mlward3]

My tww is officially over, af here today:( ohh well at least I started early this time. I'm usually 35+ days. 32 is a record for me! Hopefully this is a good thing and means my body is trying to get regulated better! Praying it happens this month!! Here's to CD1 feeling good about this month! Anyone else close to me?

[krichar]

guesito- I have seen that set...it is so beautiful!!! I can't wait to see the whole room together. I love searching nursery bedding online to see what is out there. I have so many favorites, that is one of them!!

bfromthed- I hope your cycle straightens itself out soon. Are those meds prescription or are they just something you pick up at a healthfood store? Just curious because i have heard alot of people taking the fertilaid and i have never seen it before.

Everyone Else- Thanks so much for the congrats...i am really starting to get excited now. Took another frer this morning (i know... it's an addiction) and for the first time ever the test line showed up BEFORE the control line and was darker all the way to the end of "wait" time. That was very exciting because like i said that has never happened and i am technically 15dpo. I am still cautios but with these really strong symptoms this early on and i am sure this is a sticky one!

[luvkayln]

bfromthed- Wow, that's weird. I don't think you should take the fertility blend honestly. My bottle just arrived last night, and is said specifically not to take while taking clomid or other fertility drugs!!!! Did you see that on your bottle?? I think that's messing up your cycle.

Krichar- How exciting!! :) I'm so happy for you, I already know in my heart that this is IT for you sweetie!!!! Congrats again! :)

ad_06- It's hard to know what numbers are "good" because every embryo implants at a different stage in the 2ww! I know for me at 13 dpo with Addy my numbers were 86, but I also had implantation spotting at 7 dpo so she got there early! :) I'm sure everything is just fine for her! Keep us posted! :)

Afm: My fertility blend finally arrived yesterday so I have officially started taking it! I'm excited and anxious to see if this regulates my cycles!!! We will  try this month, I bought the smiley face opk's so there will be no confusion! :) I know I will have a lot of stress and a lot going on until the end of the year, just because there's a lot going on at work with holiday parties etc, and I'm the only one doing it all so hopefully that won't affect us trying, but either way I'll take the fertility blend and let it regulate my cycle, and we can really get down to business in the new year when I'm stress free! :)

[krichar]

I have a question for all my American friends! As you know i live in Canada and our thanksgiving is in October...and yours is coming up! Well about this time every year i get the itch to decorate for christmas (I do go overboard...my house looks like christmas threw up all over it) abd because it takes me DAYS to finish i usually start now. It seems like such a waste to me to put in all that effort for a few short weeks. We will do the outside today before the weather turns nasty.

ANYWHO... My MIL is American and will be coming here for her thanksgiving. I know she loves my decorations but is it wrong to have them up? My thanksgiving is over and even though i told her i would cook her a turkey with all the fixings i was just concerned with ediquette (sp?)...thanks!

[dnikki0928]

Just checking in quick :-) I'm hoping to get a new thread up in the next day or so....

Krichar: I don't think it's wrong...if you're concerned about it maybe put up 1/2 the decorations (with the tree of course lol!!!) and then when she leaves put the rest up? In my opinion I wouldn't mind it especially since your Thanksgiving is over with. I put our decorations on Thanksgiving day lol. Your beta is on the 9th right? I KNOW this is it for you!!! Everything sounds great!!! What do you think of twins???!!!!

Have a great night ladies!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)

[luvkayln]

Krichar- I agree, I don't think it's wrong at all! Your mil knows your thanksgiving is over, i wouldn't think she would think anything about it! I'm with dnikki, we're already decorated for Christmas and ready the day after Thanksgiving! In fact, I've been out this weekend buying new Christmas decorations! I can't wait to decorate!!! :) Ok, so Nikki answered my question! So your beta's on Tuesday? Can't wait!!!!!

[GUESITO]

Krichar- I agree with the girls. I don't think your mil will think any of it. Just do what feels right.

[GUESITO]

Dnikki- I'm 18 weeks today lev II u/s 11/10 next ob 11/22

[krichar]

Thanks ladies!!! I hit the outside done last night maybe I will start the inside! Dh is home today and tomorrow so I will get him to bring everything up!!! I love Christmas!!!

1st beta is tomorrow, 2nd is on Friday! As of right now I am 4 weeks 3 days!!

Guesito- time sure flies! Good luck on your ultrasound!!

[sbumblebeeo]

krichar-  I must have missed your post but I see a BFC  Big Fat Congrats is in order!!!!  I am sooooo happy for you.  My best friend just found out it finally worked for them too and she is 4 weeks!  That makes you due around July 4th!  How fun.  Oh well.... that's an American holiday.  I am glad to see you went on to decorate your house and I'm so glad you posted that.  I have been racking my brain for several weeks now...  I want to decorate the outside of the house for Shelby.  She loves the lights and I think it's a great investment that she'll enjoy for many years.  The problem is I have NOTHING to start out with.  I know I am going to buy LED icicle lights this week to do the whole house but what else?  Any pointers?  I don't have a ton of money to spend but I want to start my collection off right.  Maybe you could send me some pictures or post them?  I am all about the colored lights and not a big fan of the blow up things b/c I had one for Halloween and it broke a week later.

Thanks and Congrats!  I am so smiling big for you!!!!!!!!!

[GUESITO]

Thanks krichar-  hope your number are sky high. Can't wait til tomm. Post asap!!

Afm- baby is kicking away all day..omg this feeling is just undescribeable...its such a relief everytime I feel her. I'm always nervous for my u/s so Wednesday they are doing a very detailed sono...heart, weight,growth..just praying to god its all ok.

[krichar]

We changed our outdoor theme this year. It used to blue and silver, we had blue lights all over the upper part of the house. We have a large front porch with columns and a railing. Along the railings I put the fake pine strands with clear lights and blue bows. In my flower beds I had little snowmen spikes with blue hats and candy canes. On my stairs up to my door I had 2 light up presents in blue as well. We don't use the LED lights, we use the old fashioned big bulbs. My dh hates how you can never get the LED perfectly straight. He is up there for hours making sure they are perfect... Lol! Which is why we just change out the colors from the Halloween lights! This year we are channeling a gingerbread house look. We have multiple colored lights up top  & candy cane colors on the bottom. I need to get more candy cane lights for outside so I will post pics when it is all done and there is snow!

Inside isthe crazy part!!! My tree is pink burgundy And frosted gold, I have been collecting decorations for 11 years now though! I also put the fake pine strands with clear lights along my mantle, and all my cupboards ( our house is open concept, the main floor is one big room), and over all the large windows. My tree alone takes about 5 hours to decorate, I put about 2000 mini clear lights on it (no exaggeration). I will totally post pics when it is done. I do have anoic posted of our house at Halloween if you want to get the gist of it!

[GUESITO]

Krichar- wow that sounds really pretty a lot of work... I would love to decorate my house like that but I'm too lazy to do all that...lol I would love to see pics

[sbumblebeeo]

Good for you!  Your new little bundle is going to LOVE the lights and the effort you put in every year.  That's what has brought me to this desire to start decorating the outside.  The inside I tend to go a little crazy with like you but we have a bunch of animated characters in the kitchen...livingroom...dinningroom...every corner of the house and my tree is a 9 footer that is prelit but every year I add a certain color to it.  The last few years it's been blue and silver but this year I want to change it up and go RED!  I love red and I found an angel that has on a red velvet cape.  When I got married in December I had one too.  It was gorgious.  Outside I really love the big old fashioned lights for the ginger bread look.  I am so excited again!  Thank you for that.  I was feeling very sad today.  

DH is supposed to go back to work on lite duty after 6 months of being off.  Well I had been talking to the day care lady who is going to watch Shelby and all along she said she could still take her.  I talked to her THREE weeks ago and all was still a go.  Then yesterday I called to check in and tell her December 1st he should go back and she said she filled my spot!  I just broke down and bawled.  Now what am I going to do?  I do NOT want to take her to some random daycare where she is just another baby waiting for her diaper to be changed.  All my family works so there is no one to help me out.  I am sooooo upset.  My last resort is my Aunt who is a stay at home mom.  She is so... I don't know how to say it.  If her kid coughs once then they are "sick" and can't be around and she won't want Shelby either.  I have to work so I need someone reliable.  DH is so unconcerned.  He always just has the "it'll work out" attitude.  I feel like this is a HUGE decision and I hate having to make it.  Why or why can't I just stay home with her?  No one does it like mommy.  OK.  now I'm crying again.  I'm going to check out your pics now.

Praying for super HIGH numbers for you!!!!!!!

[krichar]

Please don't cry... Is there a center there that you call. I know here they have a place that has a list of licensed, screened, and monitored dayhomes that someone could call. They give you a list of the 3-5 closest dayhomes that have room for your child. Maybe call a resource center in your neighborhood to see if something like that is available.

I know it must be hard and you want to stay home. I had no choice when 10 year old was little, He is special needs and it was hard to find anyone who had the patience. We worked opposite shifts. Dh worked nights and I worked days till he got really bad. Then I quit my job and dh worked 2. He still does and I only work when Sebastian is in school. But I am off most of the summer, Christmas & all school holidays. Plus I need alot of time off for his doctors appointments. My pay cheques don't do a whole lot but at least I have my foot in the door for when I can finally work full time!

I am sure you will find someone even more wonderful to watch Shelby... Everything happens for a reason! Just try to relax, deep breaths and start thumbing through the yellow pages. Let. Me know how it goes!

[sbumblebeeo]

There is a daycare right down that I have heard great things about but I am simply not ready to accept that right now.  Maybe this did happen for a reason, one I will never understand and maybe that is a good thing.  I have my hopes up for my step mom's sister who lives right by my work but she told my sister no b/c she doesn't want to watch kids at night.  I work days, until 4:00, so hopefully that won't be a problem.  We'll see what she says Friday night.  I want to go home and scoop her up and hold her tight right now.  Last night she must have known b/c she crawled on my lap, layed down, and fell asleep in my arms.  She never does that.  she is on the go constantly!  She is such a happy baby almost always.  I am so lucky.  I can't hand her over to some stranger.  She deserves better than that.  :(

[krichar]

I hear you... But try not to look at it as leaving her with a stranger, but socializing her. I had a friend who felt the same as you but had no choice... Turns out her kids LOVED daycare and they gained some independence. As nice as it is to have our kids cling to us when you try to let them go... We have to remember they need to learn social skills and how to interact and respond to others. Just another spin on it to try to cheer you up! My dh's sister kept her kid with her or her husband till he started school. She stayed home and he never left eiher of their sides... No exaggeration!! They then threw him into kindergarten and couldn't figure out why he had so many issues! No idea how to deal with other kids, hates change and new situations. Can't even cope with noise... He is almost 11 and can't even go to a movie theater.... Try not to look at it as a negative. Try to think you are giving her skills to grow and hit her milestones!!

[sbumblebeeo]

You're right.  I know she needs this and I guess it is better for her but I'm just NOT READY!  It's gone so fast.  I can't believe that she is already 7 months old.  Where ever she goes I need to know that she isn't just some other kid waiting for her diaper to be changed.  If she was like three I would say she can go play and have a good time but right now she is just my baby girl who needs me.  You should be at the docs soon.  Fingers crossed!  Can't wait for your results!  Thank you for trying to cheer me up.  I bet you have a lot on your mind today.  You are very kind and deserve the best result possible!!!!!!!!!!

[luvkayln]

Any news??? Anxious to hear your results!!! :)

[krichar]

No nothing yet :( tomorrow! We just go to regular labs here and it takes 24 hours to get results.... I am ok with that, it is Fridays results that I am worried about!

[krichar]

No News yet...not sure if they are going to phone :( they are only open for 24 more minutes...*****sigh**** I am nauseated from anxiety!!

[krichar]

OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!! first beta at technically 18dpo is 1069!!!!! I asked the nurse if that was good (i knew it was) and she said it is really high, they look for around 250 at this stage of the game. I said WOW and she said ....well remember you did put in 3!!!!

[tones99]

that just rocks!!!! such a huge number .. what if you end up with triplets .. wow!! congrats again honey

[krichar]

Thanks so much, i am super excited!!!! The chances of at least having one with that number are awesome!!! If all 3 took i would have to truly count my blessings...i would manage somehow!!!

[krichar]

I was so excited forgot to add...I am 4 weeks, 5 days. I am due July 16, 2011. and my first u/s is November 26!!!

[GUESITO]

Krichar- congratulations I knew it!!! Sooo happy for you. Welcome to the preggo world!!                                

[GUESITO]

Lev II u/s took very long but baby is healthy in and out, neg down syndrome, perfect heart and all organs soooo relieved...celbrated by hitting the malls and went crazy shopping for her got the stroller, car seat, clothes, diaper changer little mattress,  diaper bag.....it was amazing shopping after knowing she's doing so great...time to relax and enjoy my pregnancy.

[GUESITO]

Lev II u/s took very long but baby is healthy in and out, neg down syndrome, perfect heart and all organs soooo relieved...celbrated by hitting the malls and went crazy shopping for her got the stroller, car seat, clothes, diaper changer little mattress,  diaper bag.....it was amazing shopping after knowing she's doing so great...time to relax and enjoy my pregnancy.

[mommyin10]

Omg!!! Woo-Hooooo! Congratulations =) I'm so happy for you!

[mommyin10]

Great news! Happy to hear your baby girl is doing well & healthy :)


I haven't had a chance to read through all the updated. I'll try to get myself up to date asap :)

[krichar]

mommyin10 & guesito-

Thanks!! I am really gettine excited now!!!

[luvkayln]

Krichar- Holy cow!!! Congrats girl!!! That is amazing! SO happy for you honey!! This is SO IT!!!! Yayyy!!! :) Can't wait till your u/s now! I just know there's more than 1 in there! ;)

Guesito- Congrats, so glad everything went well for your little one at the u/s! :) I bet you had a very eventful day shopping for her!! :)

Mommyin10- How's your little ones? Any new milestones? :) OMG, it's really hitting me hard! Addy's birthday is less than a month away!! Where did the time go??!!

AFM: CD 9 today! As you all know, my body has been thru a bunch this year, with having Addy, breastfeeding for 6 months therefore having no AF, then quitting breastfeeding and having one cycle and getting pregnant the same cycle, then miscarrying a month later... My poor body is trying to get back to normal, which I can imagine after all that could take a bit. My first cycle I ovulated on CD 30, and this last cycle I didn't ovulate until CD 41. I've been taking fertility blend, and am hoping that regulates my cycles. I bought the smiley face opk's for this month, and I bought 1 20 pack and 2 7 packs, just so I can start testing this Sunday (CD 12) and not run out in case I have a long cycle again, which I'm hoping not! I know it can take a while for the fertility blend to start working, but I'm hoping it starts working soon! :) Just ready to start officially trying! :)

[rachjas0623]

krichar & guesito- Congrats!

[bfromthed]

YYAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYY i was away for a couple of days congrats we pray x3!!! I am so so excited for you! wishing you a happy healthy 36 more weeks!!!!!

[bfromthed]

cngrats that is always a relief to know the little one is doing fine! Relax and enjoy :-)

[sbumblebeeo]

I dont' even know what to say.  I am so happy for you a tear just dripped!  That is wonderful news!!!!! I am soooo excited for your u\s!  That is the day after Thanksgiving for us!  I'll be at home waiting by the computer for pictures.  

So last night Shelby had spag. for the first time.  A little noodle slipped out and I pushed it back in her mouth with my finger and she BIT me with.... her TOOTH!  I feel it.  It's right there.  Very sharp.  I cried just a little.  I can't believe my baby girl has her first tooth.  I better break out the babybook!!!!

[Keyan]

Congratulations!! great numbers!! happy and healthy pregnancy ;-)

Bfromthed: Hi. Surgery...well my plan is to try IUI for atleast 3 cycles...and then have surgery...but RE thinks we should only do one cycle....we will see...

I am around cd11,  after the biopsy I spotted for a few days until AF actually started....didn't call to set up the HSG apt, I felt sore and just wanted to give my body a rest...when AF shows again, will call to set the apt and then we go back to the RE with the test results to discuss the plan to follow.

Happy Thursday!

[mommyin10]

Krichar: I can't wait til your u/s! What a wonderful surprise for your mil this Thanksgiving :)

Luvkayln: Hey there! Sounds like you stocked up & are ready to get in the game! As you know, I'll be cheering for you, for sure ;-) Ava is so ready to crawl! Boy, am I in trouble! :) She is very mobile, can get wherever she wants by "crawling", it's just not a technical crawl... yet!  Ricky has his 1st bottom tooth as of a few weeks ago & we just noticed the one next to it popping through! The doc felt two top front as well, so we'll expect them soon. They have pajama day at "school" tomorrow, so dh & I are gonna take them shopping for something cute later today ;) Wow! Isnt it amazing how fast time flies?!? I can't believe Addy will be a year old so soon! Mine will be 9 months next week... Crazy! What are your plans for her bday??

Keyan: I don't blame you for holding off on your hsg. Your body can only take so much at one time. I'm excited for your iui! Keep us posted :)

Sbumblebeeo: I saw your FB post! That's exciting she has her 1st tooth! How did she like the spaghetti? We haven't tried anything like that yet ;) We have our 9-month appt next Friday!

If anyone has a chance, please vote for Ricky & Ava's Halloween pic. I entered them in the cute kid contest. You can vote once per day per email address through Monday. I know it's just s popularity contest because some pics already have 100+ votes! We have 40 something. But it's fun anyway to see how many people vote :) If you do take the time to vote, thank you!!! It's appreciated :)

http://www.thecutekid.com/ckgallery/votemypic/email/71264

[GUESITO]

Posted some pics of our last u/s, nursery and also myself  if you want to check them out.

[sbumblebeeo]

mommyin10-  She loved the spaghetti!  It's the gerber stage 3.  It says for Crawlers so I am sure you could give it a try if you wanted.  She's been getting a lot of stuff.  Last night I let her taste some Berry Smoothie, she loved that too.  I wondered about the cold but she didn't care.  The only thing she doesn't like is homemade bananas but I don't think they were rip enough for her.  By a year old they should be on their own finger foods right?  No more baby food?  

[sbumblebeeo]

PS.... I voted!!!!

[krichar]

Cheerios are good!! Helps them with their fine motor skills and hand eye coordination. Have you tried those yet? With my 10 year old he started on jar food but they didn't have all the "graduates" food they have now. I just started feeding him whatever we were eating. I know it was before 1. I remember he was about 9 months old stripped down to his diaper in his highchair covered head to toe in spaghetti because he refused to let me feed him, ge had to do it himself!!

Guesito- the pics are awsome!! Love the nursery theme... And your bump is sooooo cute!!

[GUESITO]

Mommying- I voted omg they are so cute!

[bfromthed]

went to re's office today and have 2 follies 1 on my left (no tube) is a 18 on the right I have a 19 (tube there) e2 is 81 and lh is 2.8 not sure what all those numbers mean even though I have been going through this for 10 years now also my lining is up from 4.7 after d and c to 11 so I will be triggering tomorrow and covering our bases every other day as much as possible if you ask me...so here we go!

PS I thought the follies were small but I was told they continue to grow 1-2 mm per day and at 20 they are considered mature so about time I actually ovulate they could be between 20 and 23...i will have my progesterone drawn on the 21st
Please pray for us that this works and that this one sticks for 40 weeks!

[krichar]

I voted for them and saved the ling in my favorites so i can vote daily!!

bfromthed- Good luck this cycle!! Remember when you take the trigger shot it matures the eggs as well. The lining sound promising too!!! sending SSBD!!!!!

[bfromthed]

FRUSTRATED!!!! Went to pharmacy to get Ovidril the re's office did not call it in..now they are closed and closed tomorrow so no trigger til Monday dont they get how important timming is here!!! ugh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[luvkayln]

Bfromthed- Don't panic! You WILL still ovulate, the hcg trigger shot just ensures that you ovulate at a certain time! (It's mostly used to time the iui right). Just bd every day
until you see your temp spike and no that ovulation has taken place! :)

Will catch up later, Addy's trying to type with me right now! lol! Will check in/update later!!

[mommyin10]

Sbumblebeeo: We have our 9-omonth checkup on Fri, so we'll talk with our pediatrician about introducing more foods :) How fun! The bigger babies at daycare drink milk & eat finger foods, so you're probably right. Ava loves anything & Ricky does too for the most part, but his fav is sweet potatoes! :) Thanks for voting!!!

Guesito: Love your pics! Baby's room is beautiful :) Thanks for voting for my lil ones! :)

Krichar: Thank you! :) How are you feeling? Have you told family yet? Not too long before your 1st u/s!!!

Bfromthed: I'm so sorry! I know it's more than frustrating ;( but luvkayln is right. We did a trigger shot before egg retrieval because timing is so important. Your 18 & 19 follies are awesome & a good sized one on each side is great too. You're right, they'll grow every day til you O, so bd, bd, bd & try to stay relaxed ;) I'll keep you in my thoughts!!!

[bfromthed]

God is good I was able to get the Ovidriel and triggered at 11 AM TODAY :-) I had to call a emergency dr.'s number to get it thanks for the well wishes and he put in a refill just in case it happens again! :-)

[krichar]

I finally got my second beta results from Friday (21dpo) they at 3609!!!! Woo Hoo!! They say the low end for this time is 1000 so I am doing good!! I am so excited and more hopeful this is my turn!!

[bfromthed]

great numbers there is at least 2 in there :-)...when is you u/s?

[krichar]

My u/s is on the 26.... I am really excited now! Just knowing the numbers are climbing brings such comfort. I know there us no guarantee but at least I am alot calmer this tme around. You shouldn't be on here... Didn't you take your trigger shot? Go get "busy" and I am sending you tons of SSBD! I will keep you in my prayers! Good luck!!

[bfromthed]

lol....we covered our bases yesterday and today...we have to get busy (tmi) between work and school....dont worry I dont have any of those issuse dh is 32 and loves the ttc journey especially after trigger...so tomorrow and Tuesday one day break and back at it Thursday and hopefully in 2w bfp!

[krichar]

Lol!!! Well that's good I guess!! No arguments or procrastination!! Makes ttc so much easier!

[dnikki0928]

Started a new thread!! Still called CALLING ALL WOMEN OF STRENGTH!!!!