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Stacey1718

Jul 07, 2008

Hi Ladies,

A quick hello and I just wanted to say that I hate progesterone supplements!! All is well with me.... and I hope everyone is having a good Monday!

Babynr - thinking of you...

Stacey

dnikki0928

Jul 07, 2008

Stacey: The only thing I ABSOLUTELY HATE about those things is that they are sooo messy!!! It's just gross.... I think a man invented those too lol :)

No word from babynr? I hope everything is okay.....

babynr

Jul 07, 2008

Hey all, back from the RE. 1st of all just have to tell you what a phenomenol bunch of women you are! Thank-you to everyone for their well wishes and notes. Well, the bad news is I did have some sort of uterine hemmmorhage seems so be subsiding with just mild cramps now and old blood spotting. The good news is there was at least one sac, good size but I'm not quite far enough along for heart beat detection, should be close in the next few days. He thinks there could be 2 or perhaps an identical split. It was hard to see as his "window" was obscured by the hemmorhage. I am numb and praying right now and have to rest until I go for repeat on wednesday. We've been through so much I just can't lose this baby. Going try and stay positive and do alot of praying. Thanks again everyone. I'll read the updates on everyone when I
m in a better frame of mind. All the best.....

journey741

Jul 07, 2008

To: everyone

Babnr Thank God everything is looking good. I will continue to pray for you.

Stacey I hate the progesterone suppositories also.

I cramp for a couple a days. I could not resist test of course it gave me my bfn. I was wondering have anyone tested 12d piui and still was preggo. If I still tested + on my opt on the 25 of June did I ov on that day or the next. I trigger on the 24 and also got a + the same day. The next day I took another opt and still had a smily face. So if I OV later that night would I still count that day. I'M TRYING TO BE HOPEFUL. Please respond.

Stacey1718

Jul 07, 2008

Babynr - I take that as good news!  Thank goodness!  How do you feel about twins? :)
I hope it continues to subside and all will be fine.  When is your next appointment?

Dnikki - Hee hee! I think you have another point!  The suppositiories are disgusting.  Dh and I were thinking of bding tonight just for one last try, but I forgot about the progesterone.  Forget it!!  I'm disgusting now!

Journey - it is never over until it is over.  The cramps could be a good sign.  Unfortunately from what I know pregnancy signs are similar to af so you can't read too much into them either way.  I know, it is the most difficult part of the tww.  I still have hope for you!  Just try not to read to much into anything and no more testing for another few days.

Take care all!
Stacey

journey741

Jul 07, 2008

To: Stacy

Thanks, tww has driven me crazy.

Stacey1718

Jul 07, 2008

Journey - I know...we all go through it and I find the last few days are the worst.  I'll be there in 10 days or so!  I go a little crazy too and then when af shows it is devasting.  I hate this cycle but one of these times it will work for us...it will and I hope this is your cycle.  Hang in there!

I read something at some point and it really hit home for me.  The disappointment and hurt of a BFN is cumulative month over month.  It grows more difficult each time.  Sometimes I wonder if I am still doing this in 12 or 24 months how will I handle it?  We just have to keep hoping and praying and doing what we do.  We are all here for each other.

Gosh...now I feel depressed?  Stupid progesterone suppositories!! :)

SSBD to all of us.
Stacey

journey741

Jul 07, 2008

To: Stacy

Don't be depress. It will happen for all of us one day. I just pray that our day is soon. I often wish that I can just get over wanted a child so very badly. than I would not have to feel the pain that I feel every month. I wonder how much more I have to go through. I know this is a test of my patience. My prayers is for all of us to become preggo and to have healthy babies.

candie429

Jul 07, 2008

babynr - I'm so glad that things are OK so far.  Take it easy and I'll be sure to keep you in my prayers so that everything turns out OK on Wednesday.  I'm so sorry that you have to go through this, but hang in there and have faith that everything will be just fine.

dnikki - Congrats on becoming an aunt again.  How exciting!

arlotheslug - I'm glad you and DH got to spend some time alone together doing something fun.  You definitely deserve it.  That place sounds really cool.  I hope all goes well at the doctor's today.

mamatina - I'm honestly not sure what the difference is between the femara days.  When I took it, I was on 5mg from cd3-7.  I think it just depends on what your specific situation is and whether you don't O in the first place or you just need better quality eggs.  Someone please correct me if I'm wrong!  I hope this plan works for you.

journey - Definitely don't lose hope yet!  I hope everything works out for you.  I know exactly how you and Stacey feel.  Sometimes when I think about how many times we've been disappointed, I really don't know how we have the strength to go on.  I guess it's just because there's nothing they can find wrong with us, so we just keep believing that it's going to happen when God is ready.  We've always wanted a family so much and we just can't give up on that dream.  It just breaks my heart everyday that there are so many wonderful couples out there who want children so badly and have to struggle so much.  It's really hard to understand why, but all we can do is have faith and believe that our time will come.  Hopefully all of our prayers will be answered soon.

journey741

Jul 07, 2008

To: Candie

That was very uplifting for me. I wish I had not tested yet. Know I feel like I should be making plans for the next cycle. I thinking about switching my Re I'm having trouble with his new nurse making the decisions for him. When I was hurting she told me they seen a cyst. I had to pick her to find out what kind. She did't say if I'm suppose to come in to see if they are going up or down. She did not tell me if I should start my meds with the next cycle or wait. She is not sensitive at all. I think she may be in the wrong field. At times like these I need answers and she can not or will not provide them for me.

babynr

Jul 07, 2008

I agree, progesterone suppositories suck, not to mention nauseating injections and pills, not having sex for 1 1/2 months and all the vah-jay-jay manipulations bite! 2 1/2 years of TTC with so many negatives along the way finally conceiving after 2 rounds of IVF, painful. Having said all that if someone from the RE office came to my door right now and said "Oh, by the way Mrs. in addition to all the other treatments we have to now remove your right arm in order to keep your pregnancy"..you know I'd do it! We keep going because of what's inside us that makes us want to be mothers in the 1st place. It's a gift. Keep your chins up as hard as it gets it doesn't compare to the joy of raising a screaming, soft, delightful baby. You just never know when that BFP is gonna show up! Its okay to get down but somehow we just keep going. I have to stay pregnant, this is it for us, I'm 46 and our options are exhausted. You're all in my prayers.

Mommyin09-Thanks so much for telling angie about my bleeding, she mailed me..meant alot thank-you.

Michelleinhawaii

Jul 07, 2008

Hi all...I'm new to this thread.  I usually post in the IUI thread, but it seems as if I am the only one in the 2ww right now.

My husband and I have been TTC for about 20 months now.  When we finally went to get help, they found out that our infertility is male factor.  My husband has hypospadius and as a result low volume.  The RE suggested we do IUI's since they are successful with male factor infertility.

This is my 3rd round of IUI's, all perfect on paper.  These last IUI's have been the best cycle yet.  I had 2 eggs and 160 million spermies injected over 2 IUI's.  The dr. told me that if this IUI does not work then he wants to do laparoscopy surgery to see what's going on inside.  He thinks I may have endometriosis.

I am 4dpiui and I am in my worst 2ww ever because I am worried that I may have endometriosis and that's all I can think about.  I have never had surgery before and I am really scared and nervous.  Has anyone else in here had a laparoscopy done?

mommyin10

Jul 07, 2008

Michelleinhawaii:  Welcome !  I'm 4dpo, so we're close in this tww :)  I've never done iui or had a lap, so I can't speak to that, but there are lots of helpful women on this thread & I'm sure someone will have something to share.  That's great that you discovered the male factor infertility.  That's a huge step.  I will keep my fingers crossed for you & hope this is your cycle ! :)

babynr:  No problem :)  I'm glad you were able to chat with her & I'm glad you got to your doc earlier than planned.  I'm sure that relieves the worry of the unknown, although I'm sure you're still concerned.  It's understandable, but it is exciting to hear that your doc did see one sac & thinks there possibly could be twins :)  Just relax & take care of your little bean.  We'll all be pulling for you !!!  You said it so perfectly in your last post !  We go through so much to get pregnant & although we complain about this & that, we would gladly give our right arm in order to have our little one :)

arlotheslug:  Sounds like a fantastic weekend !  :)  I'd love to visit the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame ! I'm glad you guys had a fun weekend together, some time to relax & I'm anxious to hear about your appt. :)

journey:  It's SO hard to wait, I know !  I do think you are early, though.  Stay positive !  I'm sending some extra SSBD your way :)  Take Care & keep us posted !

dnikki:  Congrats !!!  How exciting to be an auntie of twins :)  And your first niece!  Their names are adorable & how striking to have little Ben with black hair & Abbie with blonde :)  Too cute !

dnikki & Stacey:  Yes, the progesterone suppositories suck!  I don't know when you take them, but I do just before I go to bed & that minimizes the mess.  Plus, if you plan to bd, then you can take your progesterone after (hint, hint, Stacey).

dnikki0928

Jul 07, 2008

Michelle: Welcome to our thread!!! We have many, many amazing women in here a ton of support - especially during the 2ww. I have had 4 laparoscopies done, all for endometriosis (I also have PCOS). I have had one successful pregnancy in 2006. I got p/g with him right after the surgery. Don't be worried, especially during this 2ww. Hopefully you'll get a BFP and not need the surgery!!! If you have any Q's just ask away :) Good Luck!!

Stacey: The progesterone really does suck.... TMI but if DH and I want to BD just for the heck of it (lol!) we do the deed then after do the supp. I have to do two of them per night... YUCK!! Praise the WOMAN (hee hee) who created maxi pads (don't know if a man or woman actually did....) you know where I'm coming from :)

babynr: I'm glad to hear things seem to be okay... Are you ready for twins? So so cool :) I can't wait for your u/s on Wednesday. I will def. keep you in my thoughts and prayers throughout all this :) We are ALL here for you anytime :)

mommyin09: How are things your way? Did you O?

Hugs and SSBD to all :)

vortex1

Jul 07, 2008

mommyin:
I will change the status accordingly

dnikki:
Congratulations new aunt. Wow...Twin surprise.

MamaTina:
That sounds like a heavy plan for this month. Wish you all the best. I read on the net that for most of the ladies, on day 7 is the day on which one of the growing follicle takes over. So most of the REs prescribe Clomid/Femara from CD3-7. It might be good for you and you get the BFP this cycle.

Arlotheslug:
Seems like you had a wonderful day on Sunday.

babynr:
It is good too hear back from you and things are fine. Take rest, relax and be happy.

journey:
Might it is too early. Don't loose hope and test again after waiting for a couple of days.

Michelleinhawaii:
Welcome!. We have great ladies and are one active group. Me and dnikki are also 4dpiui and mommyin is 4dpo. I am in my second IUI process. Did you have your HSG done before the IUI to check for tube blockage?

I am not sure about the laproscopy though. Somebody else who have gone through the same might help you. But my RE mentioned long back that it is a one day Outpatient surgery. So I guess it should not be that bad.

As per me, I am not having any symptoms this cycle. Not even the tingles I felt last time. I guess I will take that as a positive sign, since the last IUI failed. Keeping my fingers crossed.

mommyin10

Jul 07, 2008

vortex: Thanks :)

dnikki: I'm 4dpo, so looks like you, vortex & I are buds :)

dnikki0928

Jul 07, 2008

mommyin09: Sorry, I must have been typing when you posted :)

journey and anyone else a bit down: Try to stay +, and if not this month, somehow we all pick up our head after hitting bottom and just keep trying. I think it's just our nature to do so.... There has been points when I just feel like quiting but then I DH and I talk and we decide what if next month is THE month? What if we miss it our chance because we quit and we where only a cycle away... The thoughts are endless. But with the support of our DH's and all the wonderful ladies here we just somehow pick ourselves up and start it again :)

luvkayln

Jul 07, 2008

My goodness! I've not even been gone for 1 day and look at all i've missed!
babynr- I'm sooo glad everything went good today. Your baby(ies) will be fine, just take it easy. I had a "period" for the first 3 months when i was pregnant with kayln, same day every month i would bleed for a day or so, but it was always brown blood. It's more acceptable these days to bleed during pregnancy, it's so common. Just stay positive for you baby(ies) and everything will be ok! :)
stacey- It sounds like this is going to be your lucky cycle! Everything sounds great, and i really hope this round works! I have a good feeling.... :)
!

luvkayln

Jul 07, 2008

Ok, is someone still keeping tabs where we're all at in our cycles? I'm so lost, i couldn't even begin to try to do it! :)

MamaTina89

Jul 07, 2008

To: candie429

he last round of Femara, caused 2 NICE eggs, the were both almost 19mm at U/S on cd12...I just have quit Oing, so we will see!

babynr

Jul 07, 2008

Welcome Michelle, you've come to the right group for support...amazing women in here :).

Luvkaylyn...thanks for the input on my bleeding...yeah my RE said 50% bleed in 1st trimester, had no idea it was that high.  I'm trying not to stress, bleeding has stopped, I just want to see the heartbeat so bad!

Dnikki...please post a pic of the twins when you can, they sound fabulous!  Sniff one for me...there is absolutely nothing like the smell of a newborn!  We joke at work...just don't smell one...or you'll want another one!

Arlotheslug...IVF soon?

Who's getting close to testing?  The BFP roster needs to grow!

Gonna go rest, blessings to all.

Oh and to answer what would I think of twins?  Have always wanted twins...I am just praying for one healthy full term infant.  I'd love twins though, one of each would be nice!

mommyin10

Jul 07, 2008

To: luvkayln

vortex has been really good about updating us. It's on the previous page. We flipped to a new page today :) How's it going? Best wishes tomorrow !!! :)

Joyce49788

Jul 07, 2008

got a quick question....last cycle i went 39 days....i started spotting pink last night, and red today, not real heavy...and now it is kinda a cross between red and brown....this is after only 27 days....could it be implantation? or just a regulating cycle? not too sure, which is why i asked. no major cramps...and heres the thing, i am not sure when i O'd this month as there was no noticable ewcm....anyhow any input would be great.

hugs, luv and ssbd

vortex1

Jul 07, 2008

I have updated our status and re-posting it here again. Add details for Michelleinhawaii too

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Leighanne:  BFP! - H/B was 126
Babynr: BFP! u/s 7/9

MamaTina: CD2
Jess: CD6
Candie:  CD7
arlotheslug: CD7 Appt. going to the RE re:IVF
luvkayln:  cd17, IUI tomorrow.
joyce:  cd28 and not sure about O

mommyin09:  cd18 and 4dpo
Stacey:  1dpiui
vortex:  4dpiui/2dpo possibly
dnikki:  4dpiui
Michelleinhawaii: 4dpiui
journey: 12dpiui

vortex1

Jul 08, 2008

babynr:
journey will be due to test soon and wish she gets a BFP after a BFN. We are all either before Oing, just entered in the tww. You need to wait for atleast 10 more days to get BFPs :).

joyce:
Not all cycles will have ewcm. So you might have Oed before. This might be implantation sign too, since you say it changed to brown now. Keep us posted. I will keep my fingers crossed for you.

luvkayln:
All the best for your IUI tomorrow. You will be joining us in the tww.

leighanne143

Jul 08, 2008

ladies i totally agree that progesterone supps are the worst.  i love walking around with a waxy va-jay jay all day long.  i envy the woment that only have to use them once a day, as most of us are tortured twice a day.  once the nasty starts to subside, BAM, you have to insert another one and then sleep all night with seepage.  the extent that we will go.

babynr- thank god everything is okay.  i hope you see your lil beans heartbeat very soon.  and the fact that is might be twins, WOW.

journey-fingers are corssed for you that you get a BFP!

joyce- this cycle right before i got pregnant, i did not have the EWCM.  there are some cycles that it does not come out, it stays up there.  and low and behold i am pregnant. so don;t worry about it.  also that light spotting could be implantation bleeding.  i have heard like 50% of women get it.  i never did so i have no clue what it looks like but it sounds to be like what the ladies in the pregnancy forum talk about.

dnikki- i think you hit the nail on the head.  we all do get down.  i honeslty thought after my 2 MC in a 5 month timespan that my baby making days were over, but i pulled through it, with the help of my fiance and many great ladies on this website.  it is always great that have a safe place to come and chat and mostly all the ladies i have met are so supportive and strong women.  sometimes i hear other stories of the struggle people go through and i say to myself, wow you should think before you boo hoo about yourself cause there are others out there that are fighting harder than you.  i just think it is great that even though none of us actually know each other on here, such a strong connection is formed.  i love my friends in a box, as i call the computer.

dnikki0928

Jul 08, 2008

luvkayln: Good luck today hun :) We shall make another cheer for the follie(s) and spermies! Let us know how everything goes...

babynr: How are you doing today? Do you still have your u/s tomorrow?

vortex, mommyin09, michelle: Since we are all the same day, how are you all feeling?

Leighanne: I too "love my friends in a box!!" Thats too cute :) It's amazing what all we can acomplish with support of friends/family. I found this site when I had a + HPT then 3 negatives.... That was my first and only miscarriage. I thought I was overreacting about wanting to talk about it so much but I had to. That was my baby, something that was only DH's and mine. I just didn't know if I could bear to try the next cycle but through love and support I was able to pick myself back up and be where I am now. I believe there are even a couple of women on this thread that helped me.... So a BIG THANK YOU :)

Everyone: Since I just rambled on about the support here I thought maybe it would be nice for everyone to share their own story - At what point did you find MedHelp and how did it help you through you time(s)? Of course, you aren't required to share, but please do if you feel comfortable :)

Hugs and SSBD to all :)

Arlotheslug

Jul 08, 2008

WOW - you ladies are a lot to catch up with!

First, welcom Jess & MichelleinHawaii:  This is a great group of supportive ladies.  We all pull eachother up and stay positive - which is half the battle in this long road - and very important.  I know (thank you babynr) that we will all have our babies - I am visualizing it!  (It may sound odd, but I believe it works).

Dnikki:  congratulations on becoming an auntie again!  I know how awesome that is - I have a niece and nephew - who I do not see enough b/c of distance but I adore them!

Stacy, Dnikki, Journey and Vortex:  I am sending karma.  I know the TWW can be really hard and anxious - plus I am sure the progesterone does not help! ;-)  Sending karma.

Mamatina: Welcome back, it is good to hear from you!

Vortex:  Thank you so much for keeping everything up to date

Mommyin09: It definitely sounds like you o'd on Thurs!  You had a busy weekend!

Leighanne:  I am going to check out the U/S pic as soon as I post - Yippie!

So, I went for the appt yesterday and it was really positive.  We are scheduled for a cycle in September.  So, CD 1 for my next cycle (in August)  I will call and get the whole process started. I am pretty excited and thinking really positive (except for the progesterone ;-)).  My RE seemed to think we had a good shot b/c of my positive reaction to the clomid the last two cycles and we will be doing ICSI.  I will keep you all posted - but momentum is AWESOME!!!!

Happy Tuesday.

vortex1

Jul 08, 2008

Good morning ladies. I have updated the status for us. I am not on progestrone and hence no idea how it feels. However tww *****!. I dont have any symptom at all. I know it is too early, but nothing. I am keeping the fingers crossed and staying positive.

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Leighanne:  BFP! - H/B was 126
Babynr: BFP! u/s 7/9

MamaTina: CD3
Jess: CD7
Candie:  CD8
arlotheslug: CD8 and scheduled for ICSI cycle in September
luvkayln:  cd18, IUI tomorrow.
joyce:  cd29 and not sure about O

mommyin09:  cd19/5dpo
Stacey:  2dpiui
vortex:  5dpiui/3dpo
dnikki:  5dpiui
Michelleinhawaii: 5dpiui
journey: 13dpiui

candie429

Jul 08, 2008

Good morning! Well, I first have to start off by going along with dnikki's spirit and saying how truly thankful I am for all of my friends here. My DH is wonderful, but other than him, I really don't have anyone in my life who truly understands. I have a really good friend I used to work with who is really supportive, but that's about it. Everyone else just says not to worry, it will happen, and that's it. It's been tough because you think people are your friends, like a few girls I've known since we were in elementary school, but I confided in them over a year ago and they just blew me off and have never once asked me how I'm doing. I'm really close with my mom, but she's had a really tough time over the past few years with my grandpa dying, grandma now in a nursing home, and my dad had surgery for prostate cancer last summer (he's OK now). I just can't bear the thought of giving her something else to worry about. We just hope we can give everyone good news soon! Anyway, I joined here back in January after stumbling upon it when doing an internet search and I am so glad I did! I was at such a low point after the doctor's couldn't find anything wrong with us and we didn't get pregnant on the Clomid. It was so nice to find others who understood the TTC rollercoaster and who had their priorities straight and shared our dream of having a family. You are all wonderful women, and I pray everyday that we are all blessed with children very soon. Well, sorry for rambling on! Now I better catch up on everyone... :)

leighanne143

Jul 08, 2008

i think you have a great idea dnikki, if we feel comfortable we should share our stories.

well i joined med help back in Nov 07, after my first MC, when i was having a real hard time coping and needed to talk to others that had success stories after a MC.  well low and behold within 2 months i got pregnant again, but it turned out to be a blighted ovum and no baby formed.  i was devasted and wondering how could i have 2 MC's in 5 months with 2 d and c's.  so it was then off to the fertility doctor for me to see what could be the problem.  low and behold, all test came back fine, i was just one of those ladies who unfortunately suffered 2 losses for no reason.  but just for security purposes, doctor put me on prog. supps and baby aspirin, and that is how i found you ladies in the fertility forum.  i had previously spent time in the pregnancy 21 plus forum but realized that the fertility forum probably could help me more, especially since i was so new to the progesterone and was having trouble tracking my ovulation with those stupid sticks etc.

you ladies have been great to me and i appreciate it.  i am still not quite in the clear yet, another 5 more weeks to go, but i appreciate your support everyday along the way and enjoy that i get to share this with all of you.

i know that we are going to have a surplus of BFP very very soon.  SSBD to all.

candie429

Jul 08, 2008

Arlotheslug - I am so happy that your doctor's appointment went so well.  I knew they'd be able to give you some hope!  Not to sound dumb, but what exactly is ICSI?  Wow, after all your struggles and now you only have 2 more months to wait.  I just know it's going to work for you.  Like you said, you responded well to the Clomid, so if they can give your DH a boost, you should be all set.

journey - Keep hanging in there.  I know how depressing the BFN can be, but you still could be OK.  Oh, I hope!

luvkayln - Good luck at your IUI today.  I hope everything goes smoothly for you.

mommyin09 - How's the 2ww treating you?  I give all of you credit who are on the prog.  It sounds awful, but it will certainly be worth it one of these days!  Like you said, we'd all probably be willing to do a lot more if it would help us conceive!

dnikki - I am so sorry for what you've had to go through.  It's tough enough getting BFN's, but to be so close and lose it would be so difficult.  Your strength to go on is inspiring.

babynr - I hope you are feeling better.  My DH has always said that he would like to have twins, especially twin boys.  I think that would be something special too.  I hope all goes well tomorrow.

leighanne - How are you feeling?  I know what you mean, we get depressed and so focused on ourselves sometimes, but there are so many people out there in the world that are so much more worse off than we are.  No matter what, we just always have to remember how fortunate we are and how much we have to be thankful for.

vortex - Thanks so much for keeping us updated!  Hope you are doing well.

michelleinhawaii - Welcome!  I think you'll find that we have a great bunch of ladies here.  I'm sorry for your struggles, but at least they have found a potential problem and a solution for you.  I've never had a lap or IUI so I can't offer much advice, but hopefully things will work out for you this time around!

babynr

Jul 08, 2008

I'm just smiling here "friends in a box" made me giggle this am. I'm sitting in bed again! If I get to see the heartbeat tomorrow will all be worth it. I actually feel quite well today, no cramping, no bleeding, no nausea or headache like yesterday. 26hours to my US, grow baby grow! I was looking at my handsome husband last night and visualizing his son in my arms with his dark curly hair and liquid brown eyes...I want so badly to give him his own child. He's a wonderful dad to my daughters, but he came on the scene when they were all ready in their teen years and would love him to experience babyhood and beyond. DH is Greek and his parents did not want to accept me at all, years later the tables have turned and we're on the brink of giving them what will probably be their only grandchild. They're so excited!

Vortex...don't know how you do it...keep track of us all...great job.

Arlotheslug...are you still doing accupuncture? 75% odds increase of conception with IVF. I know how expensive it can be our 2 rounds of IVF with travelling drugs etc was a whopping $30,000! Insurance only covered a tiny part of the drugs. One of my gf's commented what's the difference they cost $200,000 to raise so now it'll be $230,000...just consider it a downpayment!

enough yapping...going to go sort some paperwork..pay some bills...good plan when I'm housebound...have a fab day evetyone.

leighanne143

Jul 08, 2008

candie- i am feeling so-so. very very tired all the time, but like the doctor says, all symptoms are good, they may feel horrible to me but it is a great sign for the baby. how have you been?

leighanne143

Jul 08, 2008

babynr- you will see your lil beans heartbeat tomorrow:) it will make things so much better for you. yeah me and my friend's made up the quote, "friends in a box" cause that is really what online friend's are.

Joyce49788

Jul 08, 2008

i am not sure what it is or what is going on....probably just af regulating...reason i say that is that the spotting/bleeding is back to being red, and even though it is not a whole lot, from about 2am to 11am....was enough to fill a regular tampon. so i think it is af. which kinda stinks...but i would rather have a 27 day cycle than a 39 day one any day...lol

i could be wrong, but i dont think so.....good luck to all of you ladies this cycle, and the 2ww...hugs and luv and tons of ssbd

Michelleinhawaii

Jul 08, 2008

To: All

Thank you for your warm welcome wishes. It's probably gonna take me a while to learn everyone's stories, you guys post a lot, LOL!!

I found medhelp after my first IUI and I was extremely anxious, excited, positive, and scared all at the same time. All I wanted to do was find out about IUI and learn about other people stories and successes.  When I googled IUI this site popped up and there was/is an IUI forum and that was it...I have posted everyday since.  I think in the 3 months I have been posting in that forum we had nothing but BFN's and a few BFP's that unfortunately ended in mc.  I thought it was time for a forum switch since I need some more positive energy.  This is my 3rd IUI and I'm hoping the 3rd time is the charm.

Someone had mentioned that we complain because of everything we go through, but there are always people who have been fighting longer and harder than you!  I see that now and it really gave me something to think about. I shouldn't worry about the laparoscopy or endometriosis since I won't be the only person to experience them. It won't mean that my fight is over, but just another obstacle to overcome.

I feel fine today.  My cervix was not opened once again with these 2 IUI's, so I had a lot of spotting for my first 3dpiui, but that has subsided since yesterday.  I go for acupuncture today, so that will help to bring up my positive energy and relax me.  I am a very anxious person...acupuncture has been my saving grace.  I can't beleive it's 5dpiui already, wohooo!  How is everyone else who is 5dpiui?

Arlotheslug

Jul 08, 2008

All:

I joined a couple of months ago after, like many of you, finding it on a web search.  I have been so thankful for all of the positive support - I truly believe that we will all, somehow, be moms!  It always makes me happy to see a BFP and, I am very thankful that, while we give support while we are down, we all try and focus on the positive!

Babynr:  We will be doing accupunture around the IVF.  We had to give it up for a bit.  Nothing is covered by insurance - thankfully, we sold my townhome last year (before the slump) and actually made some money on it  - we are very fortunate on that front.  I am sending you so much karma!  Your husband sounds very cool - I am jealous that you have ready access to Greek food!

Michelleinhawaii:  I hear you on the accupuncture.  We had been doing it for quite some time - for money reasons, we are deciding to try a targeted approach.  I also agree on the complaining.  Go swimmers!!!!

Candie: Due to DH's swimmers, we are doing ICSI as part of the IVF.  Normally during IVF, the swimmers and the eggs are placed together to fertilize.  With ICSI, a swimmer is placed directly into the egg.  It increasese the chances of fertilization and also allows the drs to choose the better swimmers.

Leighanne - I am sending karma during the 5 week countdown.  The little bean looks awesome!

Vortex:  Thanks again for keeping track of us all!  It really helps.

Keep the momentum coming!  I am a firm believer that every positive thing should be celebrated - it has completely changed my outlook!  To be frank, when I started this road - I don't think DH and I were ready for IVF - and all options were basically shut to us.  Now, although we have had some bumps - the bumps have brought us to a positive outlook with the IVF.  I am really excited (you all will have to remind me of this I am sure).

Yahoo!

Stacey1718

Jul 08, 2008

So many positive things happening!  It's wonderful!  And I love my friends in the box too (such a great description!)!  I found this site when I was researching IUI before our first attempt...it just came up in a search.  I was afraid to join a community because I didn't want this to take over my life and become obsessed and hear negative stories.  But, TTC is taking over my life and the good and the bad experiences of everyone keeps me going.  It feels great to support and I know I can turn to all of you for the same support.  It's quite amazing.  What did women do before the internet?

Arlotheslug - I'm so happy you had a great appt!  It sounds so positive and how exciting for you and dh.  You have a solid plan and a really really great chance of getting a bfp this fall.  You bet I will remind you to stay excited!!

Welcome MichelleinHawaii!  You have come to the right place.  I don't know what I would do without my friends here.  I am 2dpiui today so there are a bunch of us really close!  This is my second IUI.  I find there are so many ups and downs but you are right, we all have something to be thankful for.  For myself, we have been ttc for almost 3 years, have had no pregnancy's or mcs but dh and I are very helpful and it will happen, we just need some help.  Glad you joined us and I really hope you get your bfp this month!

Joyce - It does sound like af.  Good thing is that you are starting a new cycle!!  Have you decided how you are going to track O this cycle?  BBT or OPKs?

Leighanne - So glad all is well and you are still around to give us positive reinforcement!  I loved your description of the "waxy va-jay-jay".  That kills me and it is so true.  Can you believe I have been told to take them 3 times a day??  No rest from the oozing.  Yuck!  But of course if I had to do it once an hour I would!!!

Babynr - You will hear your little heartbeat tomorrow and you will have a child with dh!  I can't wait for your update tomorrow!!

Candie - When do you start your opks?  Must be soon?

Mommyin09 - How are you doing?  Getting to the end of the first week of tww.  Next week is going to be quite exciting!

Luvkayln - Hope the iui was perfect!  Thanks for the positive thoughts and good feelings!  Right back at ya!!

Vortex - You are such a voice of reason and have great advice :)  I think it is too early to have symptoms so keep up the positive feeling!  We are all in this together.

Anyone feeling anything in the 5dpo/dpiui??  I'm feeling nothing...no cramping no nothing.  I'm only 2dpiui though :)

mommyin10

Jul 08, 2008

Great idea, dnikki :) I found medhelp back in Oct '07. I stopped using bcp in Feb. 07 (after being on them for approx 16 years !) So, I figured since I'm ready to get pregnant, I would stop the pills & it would happen ! Silly me, huh!? It turns out I didn't ovulate till Sep '07 & I only found that out 'cause I actually thought I was pregnant. My body was feeling so different; cramping, nauseous, AF was different. So, I turned to the internet & learned SO much. I found medhelp & FF and started charting my bbt & using opks. I found a new ob in Jan. & have been really happy with her :) In Feb I learned that my progesterone was too low, causing a short luteal phase. So, I've been taking progesterone since March & I'm now on my second cycle of clomid, 50 mg.
To all of you who take progesterone, I'm curious if you use an applicator. I only ask that 'cause I take mine just before bed & I don't get the mess that you're describing. Yes, there is a little leakage, but not enough to wear a pad or anything. If you use the applicator, it's like inserting a tampon. Sorry if tmi, but I was just curious. I guess if you have to use them twice or three times a day, you're out of luck, huh?! I can't even imagine walking around afterwards !!!

mommyin10

Jul 08, 2008

Stacey:  I'm feeling okay, just tired & I've had this awful headache.  I started the South Beach diet yesterday & so that's probably why.  No sugar !  Plus, since being in the tww, no caffeine either :)  Since starting progesterone & now clomid, I feel like such a slug.  I figure South Beach is my solution :)  I've done it before & it's great.

Arlotheslug:  I'm so excited for you !!! :)

Joyce:  Yeah, it sounds like AF.  It's good, though, to get your body regulated & have normal cycles.  :)

babynr:  What a great love story :)  Can't wait to hear about your appt tomorrow !  I'm sure it will be so amazing to see the heartbeat/s !

leighanne:  I love that phrase too "Friends in a box".  That's too cute ! :)

Candie:  I'm right there with you !  My dh is awesome & is really the only one I can confide in since we're not telling our families we're ttc.  This forum really helps to understand, to vent, to share.  It's so hard not telling our families 'cause I can't explain to them why I'm always tired, not wanting to go out & do "stuff" with them, not wanting to drink, etc....  I have so much exciting stuff to talk about, but I have to keep it in my head & it just makes me want to explode 'cause I know they'd be excited !  One day...  :)

luvkayln:  How'd it go today ?  Best wishes to you ! :)

leighanne143

Jul 08, 2008

alro- keep sending the marma, it has helped me so much so far.  my therapist swears that one of her couples she sees did accupunture due to low sperm count and fertility issues and within a few months of it, they were pregnant and went full term.  so it makes me think wonderful things about it.

stacey- i could not imagine using those supps 3 times a day.  i would do it is i absolutely had to, but i would not be happy.  i have to continue mine for another 5 weeks until 8/13 when i will be into my 2nd trimester and can stop that and the baby aspirin.  the wax feeling is something from a horror movie.  i also love this forum and as long as you ladies say it is alright for me to stay and talk, then i want to cause i think every one on here is great.

mommyin09- you are so lucky you only use the supps at night, that mist make it much easier.  i do not use an applicator but was thinking about it.  the morning ones are rough, especially if you only have 15 minutes to lie flat and then have to get up and start your day, i think that is when it is the nastiest.

well i am glad i brought a smile to all of your faces with my term friends in a box.  please let's keep that term going on here.

babynr

Jul 08, 2008

To my friends in a box with their supps in a box...hehe...I really need to get out!  Hubby took me for ice cream in my jammies tonight through the drive through..I felt like I was 4!  What a hoot!

Applicator question..I don't, but when you're using them 3 x day there's this constant oily ooze that you have to wear a liner...don't think it can be avoided...I honestly think the injection is easier.

Mommyin09...didn't even tell you the most romantic part...he's my dance partner, that's how we met.  We latin dance, salsa, bachata, cha-cha, merangue etc.  The 1st dance at our wedding was a salsa.  We've hardly been since all this fertility stuff but I'm sure we will again..we both miss it so.

How I found this site...looking up info on IVF transfer, symptoms etc...just came up on google...starting reading some forums.  Most impressive is that we're aall real people that so many would not understand what we've been through or what we're going through.  Has helped me so much! As usual many thanks.  Gonna go get some sleep and do lots of praying and visualization for tomorow's US.  Blessings.

Oh Arlo...OMG Greek food is SO fantastic...the dinners at his mom's and auntie's are explosions of every kind of greek food you could imagine.  All the desserts at our wedding were also Greek, Baklava etc..all homemade!  No wonder i'm putting on weight!

vortex1

Jul 09, 2008

I found this site when I got my first IUI last cycle. After the cycle I started getting cramps on 4po/5dpiui. So I did a search on the Internet and landed right here. I wonder how I didnt find this website before. We are trying from 2006 and seriously for 1 and half years now. For the past one year I am using FF and also a fertility monitor. My cycle lengths are inconsistent and varies from 27 to 40 days. Since FF and my Monitor predicted Oing every month, I thought there will not be any issues. But we opened a can of worms when we went to an RE - PCOS, high prolactin (it was above 100), low count, motility to name a few. We crossed all the hurdles and now on 2nd cycle of IUI with Clomid. I still have some other hurdles that I have to cross after getting pregnant. So I know getting a BFP is not just enough for me. Long road to go. But I am hopeful that I will have a baby soon. Staying positive.

None of my friends and family know that we are trying. So I dont have any one else apart from DH to vent and share my thoughts. DH has be very supportive. I am gald and happy that I got you all ladies now to share. Over the past two years, I have learnt a lot about my body and also about fertility and pregnancy. DH sometimes makes fun of me saying that I am going to change my career and become an RE soon.

Joyce:
It sound like AF. Did you confirm it. I would recommend to use the BBT tracker, so that you can learn a lot about your body. It will definitely help you to know when you ovulate. You dont necessarily have to buy a BBT thermometer, you can just start with a regular thermometer. Thats what I did initially.

Joyce49788

Jul 09, 2008

well ladies...i suppose it could have been implantation but i am not holding my breath. it started monday morning about this time....and now there is nothing....48 hours...hmmm but last month it was only about 36...so we will see. idk, it just didnt feel like af, but again i am not gonna hold my breath we will see. anyhow i will keep posted.

hugs, luv and ssbd

leighanne143

Jul 09, 2008

babynr- i love doing little kid things every once in a while. ice cream sounds great right now. good luck on your US, you will see a little flicker, don't worry.

Stacey1718

Jul 09, 2008

Good morning,

It's really nice reading everyone's stories.  Dh and I have been trying for 3 years now.  We tried on and off for the first year and a half...and I just figured we weren't focused enough.  My sister is really the only other person that knows besides dh.  They both felt my job was too stressful and that I was too thin.  I was working at a marketing agency and it was stressful at times...no doubt about it!  And I have always been "petite".  So I got a new job Jan 2007 that was a lot less stressful and have gained a good 12-15lbs.  In spring of 2007 I had my first apt with an OBGYN and she recommended clomid to start.  So I did 3 rounds and nothing.  And I went back and she offered me 3 more rounds of clomid and recommended a fertility clinic for me to call when I was ready.  I was reluctant to go the next step...I was in real denial.  I had had tests and apparently I was totally fine.  So after 3 more rounds of clomid we made an appt.  We did more tests and dh has slightly low motility and some of my cycles are and annovulatory. We did our first round of IUI in April with injections and HCG trigger.  The injections were too strong and I ended up with cysts.  So, now my injection dosage has been adjusted and we are on our 2nd round of IUI.  I've never been pregnant so it is a little concerning but of course we hope and hope and hope.

I thought I was strange to not want to tell my "friends" but it sounds like many of us feel the same way.  People cannot possibly understand what we are going through.

Thanks again for all of your support.  My friends in a box keep me going!
Stacey

dnikki0928

Jul 09, 2008

Morning Ladies :) It sure is a gloomy rainy morning here, so I guess it's a good day to stay in and study (test tomorrow and BIG test Friday)... blah, I can't wait for summer semester to be done - 3 more weeks.... I think.

Everyone: It was so very nice to hear all of your stories :) We truly are not alone in this ttc journey. I do have a comment about everyone not telling their families.... GOOD THINKING!!! I had told my mom about how we got p/g with Travis (IUI but no meds...) and she asked if she could tell my aunt (I was thinking she would just tell her I was p/g) but OH NO.... A couple of days later somehow my grandma knew and my cousin knew etc. It even got so twisted around that apparently I was injected with my ex boyfriends sperm... SERIOUSLY! HA I was livid.... but def. no more. When I go in for my RE appts (which are very early in the morning and even on holidays) I just tell them all I'm getting done is bloodwork to check my hormone levels due to my meds - which isn't a lie, just not telling all :) But I am sick of family asking any baby news yet..... blah blah If I was p/g YOU WOULD KNOW!!! Anyways, enough of my rambling.....
All of your stories are truly inspiring and gives me more strength to keep going in the ttc journey :)

babynr: Good luck today hon! What time to you go for your u/s? Keep us posted and let us know the minute you get back :)

Hugs and SSBD to all :)

vortex1

Jul 09, 2008

Good Morning ladies. It was good reading all you stories. This is our first baby and I have never gotten pregnant before. But I am hopeful that it will soon happen.

joyce:
All the best. We hope it is implantation. I would recommend to wait for 2 days and do a HPT.

babynr: Good luck with you u/s

luvkayln: All the best for you IUI and welcome to tww.

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Leighanne:  BFP! - H/B was 126
Babynr: BFP! u/s today

MamaTina: CD4
Jess: CD8
Candie:  CD9
arlotheslug: CD9 and scheduled for ICSI cycle in September
luvkayln:  cd19, going for IUI.
joyce:  cd30 and wondering was it Implantation or AF?

mommyin09:  cd20/6dpo
Stacey:  3dpiui
vortex:  6dpiui/4dpo
dnikki:  6dpiui
Michelleinhawaii: 6dpiui
journey: 14dpiui

Arlotheslug

Jul 09, 2008

Babynr:  Good Luck today.

Vortex: I know how you feel about the can of worms.  When I got married, I went off of BCP and thought (like mommyin09) it would just happen.  Well, although I had regular periods, I don't think I o'd for another year and a half.  We were a bit dumbstruck after meeting with a fertility specialist - did not expect all of this.  BUT, we have had positive momentum since - it will just take us a little longer.

Dnikki: good luck on the test.

Ladies, good luck and keep the momentum going!   Happy Wednesday.

Joyce49788

Jul 09, 2008

well like i said it is still done...stopped. there were a few crampy the first day, but nothing really bad like last month, and bbs didnt get sore either...weird. idk i guess i will just wait and see. could be that it is just erratic af....i might wait til august 1st...and if i dont start af again, then do test..but in the meantime i am trying to not worry about it much.

hugs luv and ssbd to all

good luck with those with appts, so sorry for those with af, or bfn

candie429

Jul 09, 2008

Good morning everyone! It has been so great to hear all of your stories. I sometimes wonder what could possibly be going on to cause so many to struggle with infertility. 50 year ago, it seemed like everyone was able to have children and you very rarely saw a couple that couldn't. Now, it just seems so much more prevalent, especially those of us in the "unexplained" category. It's really kind of scary. Is it something in the food we eat, the products we buy, or the air we breathe that is messing with us? Maybe we'll never know. I'll just keep praying everyday that we are all able to overcome it and have the families we've always dreamed of!

OK, sorry... now I'll get updated on everyone!

leighanne143

Jul 09, 2008

vortex- i have another 8 week US on 7/16 to make sure the little heart is still beating away.

babynr

Jul 09, 2008

Morning ladies...tossed and turned all night dreaming about the ultrasound...I was quite calm yesterday, hung out with my beautiful daughters (14 & 18) have been curled up in bed with me since their dad left when they were 3 and 7.  Nice that they still want to cuddle! Last night I was anxious obviously.  The US is at 1140...well that's the appointment time anyway...you know how docs hours work!

Joyce...was talking to a gf last night on the phone...she had 3 "periods" monthly in the 1st trimester...That baby is a grown man now.  Could happen..why don't you go for a beta?

Candie...I was just going through some papers last night and found a report from the urologist when dh was first diagnosed with severe subfertility.  He said 200 years ago 9 out 10 men had counts of 200,000,000.  Now 1 in 10 does.  20,000,000 is the lowest count to possibly father a child or be eligible for IUI.  Makes you wonder if all the hormones in milk, meat, fertilizers in our fruit and vegies, air polution etc is damaging both male and female fertility.  Obviously something is going on.  By the way, 50% of infertility is male...they just don't talk about it....we got surprised by it!  We lost a year of time because we didn't even suspect.  Dh is 33, healthy, very fit...the picture of health with no history and a count of 2,000,000.  We were devastated that we lost so much time..had we known, I'd have been a year younger!

Willl check back in asap, fingers crossed...think heartbeat!

candie429

Jul 09, 2008

Leighanne - I'm sure it's tough dealing with m/s, etc, but like the doctor said they are good things!  I'm sure everyone would agree that we would love to have you stick around.  It's so nice to know that one of our friends has gotten her BFP and now we can share the joy of your pregnancy with you!

Arlotheslug - OK, now I see the difference with ICSI.  That sounds really promising.  I'm so glad to see that you have so much positive energy.  That certainly will help your process along.  I agree, all these little bumps along the way that we've all had to endure has definitely made us stronger and teaches us to appreciate the good that we have in life.

Stacey - You're right, what did we ever do before the internet!  :)  I've never been pregnant either, so that's always in the back of my mind.  But I guess every women who is/was pregnant has been in our shoes before, so there's no reason it won't happen for us too!  I'm actually starting my OPK's today, so I should hopefully see a + within a few days.

mommyin09 - No sugar!  Yikes!  I could never do it. :)  I have cut out all caffiene though, except for the occasional coffee or Pepsi when I know it's OK, and I have to admit I've felt a lot better without that in my system.  I'm with you, I just keep thinking, one of these days we'll get to share our story with everyone.

babynr - Lots of prayers for a wonderful ultrasound today!  Can't wait to hear how it goes.

joyce - Not sure what could be happening.  Have you talked to your doctor at all or have they given you any advice on what to expect?

vortex - I agree, I have learned so much about my body before TTC.  This is the kind of stuff they should be teaching us in school!  It's amazing how many signs your body is giving you each cycle and we never realized it before.  My goodness, you have overcome a lot of obstacles, but thankfully you have a plan now.  It's tough keeping things from our families, but it does eliminate that extra element of stress.  We just have to keep believing that our prayers will be answered one day (hopefully soon!).

michelleinhawaii - I know, we do post a lot!  It takes me so long to catch up every morning.  To help you get to know me, here's the short version.  TTC since spring of 2006.  Went to my OBGYN in 2007 and we both had all the preliminary tests with nothing found to be wrong.  Tried Clomid for 4 cycles and then Femara for the next 4.  O'd every time, but never ended up pregnant.  We're now just taking a break from the meds for a while to see if we can get that BFP on our own.  Good luck to you!  Sounds like you have a great shot at it this time.

dnikki - That is so terrible that your story got blown so far out of proportion!  Especially with family, you'd think they'd be a little more understanding.  Hopefully it's getting better now that you are divulging too much information to them.  Sometimes I feel guilty about keeping it from my family, but deep down I know it has to be that way, at least for now.

babynr

Jul 09, 2008

To: All

Back from the RE and still have to be on pins and needles for another week! US showed one good sac and no evidence of another one. Doc thinks the bleed was probably a twin miscarriage because It's all calmed down now. But I have one "bean" measuring 6 weeks gestation, no heartbeat yet which was dissapointing but can be normal for 6 weeks. Doc said there's no way of telling how it will progress...he sees many at this stage with same stats progress into beautiful pregnancies. I know I implanted late like day 12 post conception. I need to stay positive, I'm definitely nauseated and exhausted...all good things. Need your prayers ladies!

dnikki0928

Jul 09, 2008

babynr: any news yet? Keeping you and baby in my thoughts and prayers :)

Everyone: I just wanted to post about babynr's and candie's post above about our "unexplained" infertility and how it used to be back in the day. I was reading a Concieve (conceive) Magazine at my RE's office last week... Thought some stuff was interesting about how to creat a "FERTILE ENVIRONMENT"

Fragrances: Synthetic fragrances in cleaning products such as laundry detergents, are often bonded by chemicals called PHTHALATES - Also found in vinyl flooring, plastic shower curtains, cosmetics, shampoos, pharmaceutical and herbal pill coatings, medical equipment such as IV bags. Even at low levels, phthalates seem to affect estrogen and testosterone. In animal studies, researchers have observed irregularities and impaired fecundity (increased time to pregnancy). When a male fetus exposed, malformations of the reproductive tract and decreased semen quality have been documented in human as well as animal reports.

Chemicals called ALKYL PHENOXY ETHOXLATES (APE's)  - Common in laundry detergents and fabric softeners. APE's have been associated with reduced sperm count and testicular size. One member of APE chemicals is nonoxyl-9 which is a spermicide.

SOLVENTS: Glass cleaners, capet cleaners, hard surface cleaners, oven cleaners, anything that contaings EGBE or 2-butoxeyethanol which evidence links to fertility problems in lab animals. It says what people don't consider is that a solven tthat tells you ti cuts through grease is alo something that easily gets through the skin and into the body. Studies have been done in China and it is linked to decreased fertility in woman with high exposure to these chemicals.

BPA - bisphenol -A: Common chemical compound that forms the building blocks of polycarbonate (hard) plastics and epoxy resins.  It's found in plastic food containers, water bottles, baby bottles, and the linking of many metal food cans, cd cases, eyeglasses and some dental sealants. BPA binds to estrogen receptors and has been implicated (in animal studies) in accelerating puberty and raising the risk of miscarriage as well as having adverse effects on male reproductive development.

PERC - PERCHLOROETHYLENE: The main chemical used in dry cleaning. Studies have shown that men and women who work in or live near dry-cleaning businesses take longer to conceive and report much higher rates of m/c. PERC is now believed to be a spermato-and ovotoxicant (sperm and egg poison).

PBDES and PFOS: Flame retardents in furniture and carpet paddings., clothing, and coating of cooking pans. PBDE's have been linked to reduced sperm production and testicular size in adult men and altered brain development in developing fetuses. PFC'S are potential hormone disrupters.

Mercury: Old dental fillings and thimerosol preservatives throughout air, water, soil and in many types of fish. Even at low levels it may disrupt menstrual cycles, cause egg and sperm damage, and affect a growing fetus' brain and nervous system development.

Lead: The same metal now banned from gas and paint. Even found in lipsticks or older homes hot water pipes. Lead is persistant in human tissue and is associated with early onset or delayed puberty in girls. High blood and semen lead levels in men have been associated with decreased sperm fertility potential, whether through natural conception, AI, and/or IVF.

I know this is extremely long and sorry, but thought it was worth posting. So it does seem that with all this "new technology" it is harming us and our natural ability to procreate. I am seriously thinking about going green at least in cleaning products. It try to buy hormone free milk and some natural things. The milk brand REITER's farmers pledge not to use any hormones on their dairy cows.  I think I'm going to post this on the forum too...

dnikki0928

Jul 09, 2008

babynr: That is really good news, keeping my fx for you! I must have been typing away when you posted!

Arlotheslug

Jul 09, 2008

dnikki:  thank you for the post.  I have also wondered why I know so many women who have had problems - I have 3 good friends who have had issues.  Seems crazy.  I agree that part of it is the environment, I also think women are waiting longer and are older, and a lot of us have been on some form of BC for a good length of time.

Babynr:  I am sending so much karma too you!  It is really good news on your little bean!

MichelleinHawaii: jump in!  We all do ;-)

Have a good night ladies.

mommyin10

Jul 09, 2008

Gosh, where do I begin!?  It's so hard to catch up after missing a day.  Well, I'm 6dpo & feeling crampy. I looked at my O tracker for last cycle & noticed I had cramps 5dpo, so I guess that's normal.  I'm also exhausted, due to my diet, I'm sure !  Does progesterone make any of you feel nauseous, tired, have a bad taste in your mouth?  A taste like you're gonna get sick?  Ugh !

Candie:  I'm hypoglycemic, so I don't eat a lot of sugar anyway, but yes, the first two weeks on South Beach are really difficult 'cause you cut out all natural sugars, as well.  No fruit, juices, etc.  It makes you really sleepy!  I cut out sodas back in Feb. & like you said, I feel so much better without them.  I can't stay away from the coffee, though.  As soon as AF comes, I'm right back to my cup a day :)

babynr:  Sounds like great news !  I'm SO sorry if the bleeding was a twin :(, but I'm so happy for you that everything else is looking good.  I'm sure the next week will be difficult waiting, but as you've told us, stay positive !!! :)  We'll all be pulling for you !  That's great that you ballroom dance !  As soon as I (the youngest) graduated high school, my mom took up ballroom dancing & still does it.  In the past, she competed in competitions & just loved everything about it :)  Take care !

dnikki:  Your post about keeping ttc from your family is SO similar to mine !  My in-laws are always over or we're doing "something" with them & I seem to always be tired !  At certain points, they wonder why I'm not drinking wine... they probably think I'm just boring!  I wish I could tell sometimes, but like you said, they'd be more in our business & it would probably stress me out ! :)  Thanks for posting the info from your RE's office.  It really is interesting.  I still believe it WILL happen !  The time just has to be right :)

Arlotheslug:  Before & after stopping bcp's, I had regular periods as well.  That's why I just assumed I was O'ing.  I'm glad we all took the time to find out what more we can do to become pregnant.  It does happen easily for some, but we'll just know how hard we tried to have our little loves :)

joyce:  How are you doing?  Do you think it's AF?  I know my cycles changed quite a bit when I started O'ing in Sept. & I really thought I was pregnant 'cause it was so different, but it was just my body getting regulated, I guess.  That could be what's happening to you since this is just your second cycle since removing your... I can't remember what you called it! Sorry :)  Anyway, either that or your'e preggers !  Keep us updated & take care !

leighanne:  How exciting!  Your u/s is only a week away :)  Looking forward to hearing your news !

Stacey:  That's great that you were able to change jobs & take care of yourself in your quest to become preggers !  I admire that :)

luvkayln:  Where are you???  I miss you !!!  Hope all is well :)

vortex1

Jul 09, 2008

Apart from the toxins around us, one of the reason that it is harder to have babies these days is, that both women and men wait until 30 putting their studies and work before to have a baby. Also now-a-days both work and hence the other factor is stress. Seriously, those days ladies only have to handle problems at home. But today we get stressed both at work and home.

The other reason is the quickly spreading PCOS among people. Early last year, I was watching a movie "The Children of Men" (a good story line, but violent movie, did any one have seen this). While seeing the movie, I thought "What a weird story line and thought", but I admired the screenplay. But after struggling to ttc, I am scared that it might come true and the world is moving towards it. Scary.

For those, who have not watched it, the story happens in 2027, where humans dont have births and miraculously a woman got pregnant and the story goes about the after effect of it.

Talking about movies, I rented Juno to watch. DH was asking me, "Are you sure, you want to watch this movie" (Lately I start crying if I see any birth seens or new born babies). I said ofcourse and we were watching it. Half way, I started crying and DH switched of the movie and returned it to the store. Thatz when I realized how broke I am after being in the ttc journey. Because I am a person who never crys over movies.

leighanne:
I will add your u/s information into the tracker.

joyce:
I would recommend you to get it checked as soon as possible. If it is implantation then good, you will know the status. If it is AF, then it will help you not waste an other cycle.

babynr: so sorry to hear about the reason for the bleeding. Be cheerful and dont stress yourself. Things will be fine in your next u/s.

Michelleinhawaii

Jul 09, 2008

"fertile environment" ~ I guess it does not pay in the fertility department to be an obsessive compulsive clean freak!!  Had I'd known I would have lived in filth, LOL

I am begining to wonder if my husbands landscaping career contributes to his low volume..he works with all those pesticides and he has been doing it since he was a little boy with his father, probably about a good 20 years or more.

"Keeping TTC from family/freinds" ~ I wish I did that!  Month after month people just don't know what to say to me.  I tell them, " I'll let you know when I'm pregnant".  It's been 20 months for us!  I think it took us well over a year to even consider that we may have a problem.  Denial, I guess...it's still a hard thing to accept.

"No sugar diet" ~ My accupuncturist has me on a "preconception diet"  It *****!
`No wheat
`No sweet (no refined sugars, only natural like fruit, honey, agave)
`No alcohol
`No caffine
`No cold
`Very little dairy
basically it's a super healthy yogi diet and it's wearing thin I me, I can't wait to be pregnant so I can eat pizza and ice cream!

babynr ~ You'll hear the heartbeat soon!  Congrats...you must be super excited.  You give me hope :-)

Michelleinhawaii

Jul 09, 2008

LOL, you can't write suck with an s....it turns to *****

mommyin10

Jul 09, 2008

To: vortex

I haven't seen either movie. I'm sorry you were feeling so emotional :( I am also someone who NEVER cries & last night I totally lost it ! I just cried to dh. A lot of "woe is me" ! He was pretty surprised, too. :) I feel much better now. I wonder if it's the clomid, progesterone, hormones ? Anyway, feel better & know that we're all here for you :)

mommyin10

Jul 09, 2008

To: michelleinhawaii

Your diet sounds similar to the South Beach diet ! And it's funny 'cause I feel the same way. Once I'm pregnant, bring on the pizza, ice cream, etc. !!! :)

babynr

Jul 09, 2008

Still can't have sex but I did have pizza and pop for dinner tonite...nah.nah! I know, not a great prenatal diet but it was a great stress reliever! Blame it on my bean! Thanks for all the support ladies...I won't be here much for the next six days..back to work in the NICU...I'll go get some baby karma from my little ones at work. Everyone take care and keep TTC!! Bless you all!

luvkayln

Jul 09, 2008

Hey girls! I'm sooo sorry i've been away for a couple days! My internet is f*ing up sooo bad, i'm actually suprised it let me on here now. I've felt so lost without you all! :( Hopefully my internet is back on track now, b/c i can't stay gone from you ladies! I actually didn't even read through all the posts, b/c i'm afraid i'll get kicked off, i just wanted to say hi and that i've missed talking with you all!
mommyin09- Hey girl! I've missed you too! My iui went well, so i guess i'm 1dpiui today. My RE seems very positive for this cycle still, so hopefully his positive vibes will help us out this time around! How are you doing?
Well, i hope everyone is hanging in there! The 2ww will be over before we know it, and hopefully we'll see some BFP's very soon! Good luck to us all, and sprinkling baby dust over everyone!! babynr- Glad to see your hangin' in there hun! Everything will be ok! :)

Arlotheslug

Jul 10, 2008

Good morning ladies!

It is actually sunny here - which is a big surprise in my neck of the woods - it brings up my disposition.

I think I am lucky (or unlucky) however you want to look at it, I have a couple of good friends in addition to you all who are TTC - so we talk about it quite regularly.  I also try and keep my mother in law and family somewhat in the loop.  I dunno, I just felt so isolated keeping it a secret and hidden that I had to share with some.  Mind you, there are others I don't tell at all - esp the ones who got pregnant a month after trying.  Sometimes I think they look at me like I am less than a woman - but I also think that may be in my head a bit too b/c to be honest, I am jealous ;-)

I hear you on the movies.  DH won't let me watch TLC during the day (Baby Story).  We saw Juno - DH's good friend who had the baby after a month said it is an awesome movie and would be good for us to see - boy did he get it wrong - I lost it in the theatre.  Good soundtrack though.

Mommyin09: With my first cycle of clomid, I cried for days for no reason - I think it really gets to your emotions.

Have a great day.  I am waiting to see what this cycle will be like non-medicated!  ;-)

Arlotheslug

Jul 10, 2008

Hey all
In case you have not seen it, Luvkayln started a new thread! "Let's keep the thread rolling cycle buddies"

Anyway, Have a good day!

Joyce49788

Jul 11, 2008

i still havent called the doc, cause they said it could take awhile to get back on track....with really long or really short cycles....but then again doctors have been wrong before.....lol

i will let you know as soon as i know....i will talk to you all soon

hugs and luv and ssbd

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