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Women of Strength!!!

A Strong Woman VS. A Woman 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.

Author Unknown.

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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas:  Our hearts, our thoughts, our prayers are with you & your family!!!

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
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: BFP!!! 36 weeks!!!  Jake's B-day is TODAY!!! =)
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 31 weeks with Hayden!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 20 weeks with Adalynn Noelle!!! =)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 13 weeks!!! (u/s TOMORROW, ob 8/18)
Looloo: BFP!!! 12 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 6 Weeks! (Twins?!, u/s Sat!)
Scripps: BFP!!!
sbumblebeeo:  BFP! 1st u/s 8/21!

Keyan: Last Lupron shot in 2 days!!! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal...

Pyar:  CD4
jmh2005:  CD12
ad_06: CD14
Hannah: CD21
Naf: CD21
Candie: CD28
Mamatina: CD32
Lina: CD37

Mrspace:  13dpo!
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Post from Kaylee:  Just an update: thankfully uneventful.  I had my 32 week appointment today and everything looks good.  Looks like my last day of work will be September 9 and the hubbie is building the furniture we just bought for Hayden's room.

He thinks it's funny that my belly button is completely flat now.

I found out that my doctor will be on vacation the week I am due.  Boy, I was/am NOT happy about that.  I think it's pretty insensitive... Grr.

Stacey: BEST OF LUCK TOMORROW!!!  YAAYYYYYY!!!!

scripps:  Others have said this, but just to offer another note of encouragement, I have had off and on brown spotting throughout the pregnancy.  My doctor says I don't even need to call unless it is bright red.

Post from Scripps:  To: Everyone
Many thanks to all of you for your feedback on the spotting.  You really made me feel so much better, and I am very grateful for this community.  So far, there hasn't been anything else to worry about, and I have been testing twice a day (just did one), and they are all strongly positive.  If they are still that way on Friday, I will begin to relax.

Before I started trying to get pregnant, I used a lot of beauty products on my face and body.  I stopped most of them, and since I got pregnant, I have been doing a lot of research on what is approved as safe in the way of face creams, body creams, makeup, etc.

This is a particular concern of mine, so I thought I would share what I have learned, but I don't want to give the impression that I think everyone else should be as worried.  Most women probably don't pay attention to these product details, and most babies are healthy, so I know that this is perhaps going overboard.  However, if it interests you, here is the info:

My skin has been breaking out a bit, but most doctors recommend pregnant women not use the acne standards: benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, glycolic acid.  I have just been living with it and using nothing.  Yesterday I discovered a line called Belli, which seems serious about prenatal and maternal personal care products.  I wondered what, if anything, others have heard of it.

A watchdog organization called the Environmental Working Group is my primary source of information about such matters.  That's where I got the water information:
www.ewg.org/ourwater. The bottom of that page gives a link to their bottled water report. They also have a cosmetics database called Skin Deep that tells you about thousands of products:  www.cosmeticsdatabase.com.

One thing I learned is that natural and safe most of the time isn't necessarily safe during pregnancy.  For instance, a number of essential oils aren't good for pregnant women.  Also, too much vitamin A, even in over-the-counter preparations (usually called retinyl or some version of that word), should be avoided.  Even witch hazel, according to a seemingly well-versed woman in the health food store, should be used with restraint.

I am currently using Weleda's rose soap and rose eye cream, both approved by the database.  Aubrey Organics is a good line, and, as I noted above, I'm considering Belli.  

I would be very happy to receive any feedback, criticisms, alternative product suggestions if anyone is interested in this type of thing.  All the best to everyone.
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Hey!! I've been lazy not posting, but I have been checking on everyone!! I am doing much better this week, but I was down/upset with the PCOS news and the insurance not paying for the LAP...many things going thru my mind....plus busy here at work and at home. Today I start Zumba class again....it was suppose to be last Monday, but it was canceled due to bad weather...I am concentrating this next 7 weeks on loosing atleast 10 lbs.

Mommyin10: Your babies are just adorable!! Congrats on a great u/s!!

Luvkayln: Almost 13 weeks to go!! ....I am not really sure if I have to wait to start AF to start TTC...I am hoping I O before getting AF for the first time in almost 8 months....so I say......cheers for a BFP on Novemeber is much appreciated!! ;o) ....I think I might be Oing in about 9 weeks from today. my next appt for an u/s is in 7 weeks (wow by then you will only have about 6 weeks to go!!! ...OMG!! times is moving so fast)

MrSpace: Did you get to call your doctor about the numbers? ...I hope you are feeling better, by your last post seems you had a good weekend.

Dnikki: Good luck tomorrow on your new job!!

Stacey: How are you doing? and Jack? are you guys home?

sbumblebeeo: Congrats on hearing your baby's heart beat!

Rachjas: I will be thinking of you tomorrow. I will keep you in my prayers.

Scripps: I am really sorry. Hopefully your doc is right and you won't need to have a D&C. You are in my prayers

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sbumblebeeo: I'm glad things are going well (besides being so sick). I hope you can get ahold of your doc and he can give you something to relieve it! If he gives you Zofran - make sure you take fiber (ask first) and eat fruit!!! That stuff will stop you up so fast!!!

Mommyin10: I still can't believe that I'm pregnant sometimes...It just doesn't seem real all the time, which is kinda wierd lol. I think once I can REALLY feel the baby move and we know what it is, it will hit really hard lol! I'm still just anxious to get this house done! DH and MIL worked upstairs all day on Sat. and basically got the wiring done and the closet in the new room done. So, I guess it's one step closer lol...

Mrspace: Glad to hear you had a great weekend - sorry about the pain, are you taking anything for it? When do you see the doc next?

Luvkayln: Girl, I cannot believe you are 22wks already!!!! It just seems like time is flying by so fast!!!  I still haven't bought anything yet - I think I'm just a little leary yet...I don't know why...But probably once we know what we are having and all looks good there, then I'll go bazerk lol!!!

Anyone hear from Looloo or Arlo???

I'm doing fairly well today - DS is home with me all week since the sitter is on vacation...But I start work tomorrow (2-10) which kinda su cks (the hours). But at least Friday and Sat I work 10-6. Hopefully it's not aweful busy tomorrow - I'd like just to have 4 massages instead of 6 to do on my first day. But I have myself scheduled so that I only do 2 massages in a row then a break 2 more then a break 2 more then go home. 6 is my max for a day.
I'm trying to get all my cleaning done before work tomorrow - but with DS who is now almost 3, that is kind of hard to do lol!!! Just need to sweep, mop, finish laundry ( I Hate folding laundry lol!!!)...I should mow the front lawn (it's not that big) but I'm getting those stretching pains in my left side again, so I think I'll take it easy... =) I'll check in later - Have a great day!!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)
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Good morning everyone.  I'm doing better this week.  I had a busy weekend with my cousin's wedding.  But I have some new pics to put up later.  DH and I had a great time and he was so amazing.  My sister and I sang at the wedding, but once we got to the reception, my feet were propped up and I was relaxing.  DH was so sweet.  He fed me cake, and danced the slow dances with me. It was great.

My temps are still up for some reason and I'm still in a huge amount of pain.  It's all on my ovary at this point.  And the bleeding has almost stopped now.  So all of that is going well.  

stacey- I hope all is well with you and Jake.  I can't wait for your next update.

mommyin10- I am so excited to see your new pics.  I will go see them here in just a few minutes.  I bet you are feeling great!  

luvkayln- How's miss Adalynn?  

sbumblebee- I'm so glad that you got to see the heartbeat and that all is going well. Except for the sickness. I really hope they get something figured out.  That sounds miserable.

dnikki- Hey girl.  How are you feeling?  I can't wait to hear how your new job is going!
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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas:  Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you & your family! (D&C tomorrow)
Scripps:  You're in our thoughts & prayers! (appt 8/31)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
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 6 pounds!  Check out his handsome pics! =)

Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 33 weeks with Hayden!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 22 weeks with Adalynn Noelle!!! =) (appt 9/8)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 14 weeks!!! (appt 9/15)
Looloo: BFP!!! 14 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 8 Weeks with twins! (1st ob appt is tomorrow, last RE appt Sat.)
sbumblebeeo:  BFP! 7 Weeks!

Keyan: Will ttc after last Lupron shot is out of her system!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE 9/10!
mrspace:  Working with the doc on finding a solution/results - Stay strong!

Hannah:  CD5 (appt 9/9)
Naf:  CD5
Candie:  CD15
Pyar:  CD16
Lina:  CD19
jmh2005:  CD24
ad_06: CD26
Mamatina: CD44
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sbumblebeeo: I'm so happy to hear that you saw your baby's heartbeat!!!  =)  Wasn't it just incredible?!  As far as your little one measuring smaller than you expected, as long as your doctor isn't worried, please try not to worry.  Remember, we thought we were having one baby after our first u/s...Our second one was nowhere in our first u/s pic! The next week when we saw the first one's h/b, we saw the second one's sac, no hb...  The next week, we saw two heartbeats, but the second one was still smaller.  This past u/s, the second one wasn't too much smaller...  I think they do catch up, so please try not to worry! =)  That's good you're calling your doc today about throwing up blood, etc.  That's what I would be worried about...  I can't imagine what your poor body is going through ;(  Hopefully he can give you something that'll help.  So, the septum showing in your u/s, is that from your prior surgery?  Well, it's great to hear from you & I'm so happy you saw that precious, little heartbeat!  Congrats & take care =)

Luvkayln:  How was your day off?  Are you working today?  I'm back in my own courtroom this week, which is great & I'll see my ob tomorrow, so it'll be a 1/2 day at work.  This Saturday after our appt, my mom is taking me shopping for maternity clothes!  That will be fun, to shop and to spend time with her :) Oh, I know you'll love this!  My MIL makes quilts & stopped by this weekend to give me squares that I can write on, draw on, whatever I want to do to remember my pregnancy & then she's going to use them to make me a quilt!  I think that's such an awesome idea & I can't wait to see the finished product =)

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mommyin10 & luvkayln

Thanks to both of you for checking on my so much.  I am ok, a little worried.  We saw the baby's heartbeat at 151 which they said is strong BUT (always has to be a but) he only measured in at 7w 2d on Friday.  Somehow I lost 5 days and I don't understand how.  I know when I got the +OPK and when we BD'ed.  What could have happened?  He said he isn't worried about it and he wants to see me in 4 weeks just like normal.
Oh and I forgot.  You can still see the septum in my uterus.  He said we'll worry about that when I get much further along, towards the end of the pregnancy.  Not sure what that is all about.  

I have to call him this morning though...we talked about how much I have been sick and he said that he can give me something if it doesn't get better.  Well I am now throwing up *****TMI********* yellow stomach vile with bits of blood in it.  My belly simply hurts!  I am so exhausted.  So I guess I'll give him a call and tell him that and see what he wants to do.  

I'll try to post my pictures this afternoon.  Right now I need a nap  :)

mommyin10-  Congrats on the great appt and seeing the babies heartbeats again.  I am so happy for you.

luvkalyn-  I hope you are well and getting plenty of rest.
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dnikki:  Thanks for the pic comments :)  No, it hasn't totally hit me yet!  I still have to tell myself, you're pregnant!  I am very happy, though & enjoying every momnet :)  So, how far along were you when you started feeling the baby?  That must be exciting!  I fet cramps down low, too, kind of like AF cramps & my nurse said it's okay.  It's just the uterus stretching ;)

Hannah:  I'm so sorry you're feeling so down ;(  All I can say is we've all been there, thinking it's never going to happen, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.  I know it's tough, but you've got to just hang in there & when the time comes that you are pregnant, you will surely appreciate every minute of it, trust me! :)  Like I told dnikki, I still can't completely grasp the idea that it actually happened for me...  Please stay strong & know you've got a lot of support ;)

Stacey:  How is Jake doing?  I'm hoping you were able to have a wonderful homecoming for him ;)  Please update soon & show him off some more!  hee-hee ;)  He's a cutie & such a trooper!

Candie:  How are you feeling?
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soooo low at mo guys i am checking in on u just feel like im never gonna be a mom so down crnt stop crying just gotta get it all out x
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Hey ladies!! Sorry MIA!!! My virus protection and such expired the other day and I had a problem just simply renewing it - so I haven't been on the internet much just so I could avoid any chance of hackers/virus etc.

Luvkayln: I"m sure you'll keep adding more and more!! It like just when you think you have everything, you think of something more to buy lol!!!

Mommyin10: I checked out your new pics and commented also - They are sooooo beautiful and they have gotten so big!!! Has it really hit you and dh yet??? I LOVE IT!!!! I haven't lost interest in the thread one bit - I love all the support we give and recieve!!!

Stacey: Any news hon?? I do hope little Jake is doing well and is at home in your arms :-) Update when you can!!

Scripps: Yes, all of us have a story behind this ttc journey - and some are much harder than others. I'm glad you found comfort in us and also in Phillipe. Nothing greater than the comfort of friends and family. Please know we will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Mrspace: How are you doing hon? I hope you are taking it easy this weekend...

Rachjas: You are still in my thoughts and prayers...

Keyan: Haven't heard from you lately - How are things your way?

AFM: Doing pretty good here - I think I'm getting Braxton Hicks contractions already. My low tummy will get fairly hard and it feels like menstrual cramps almost. I didn't know it was possible this early lol - but I guess I know what they feel like from DS...Today I'm having some pain in the low tummy - almost like I can feel it stretching out. I don't know - I'm still being real cautious with this pregnancy!!! I start my new job on Tuesday, so hopefully that will work out and not cause me too many problems. I am feeling the baby move a little bit - yesterday it packed quite a punch after dinner lol! But I don't feel every movement as it's too small yet. I wish I knew what we were having so I could quit calling it and "It" lol!!! I hope everyone has a great weekend!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)
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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas:  Our hearts, our thoughts, our prayers are with you & your family!!!
Scripps:  You're in our thoughts & prayers!

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
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 6 pounds!  Check out his handsome pics! =)

Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 33 weeks with Hayden!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 22 weeks with Adalynn Noelle!!! =) (appt 9/8)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 14 weeks!!! (appt 9/15)
Looloo: BFP!!! 14 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 8 Weeks with twins! (1st ob appt 8/25, last RE 8/29))
sbumblebeeo:  BFP! 8 Weeks!

Keyan: Will ttc after last Lupron shot is out of her system!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE 9/10!
mrspace:  Working with the doc on finding a solution/results - Stay strong!

Hannah:  CD4 (appt 9/9)
Naf:  CD4
Candie:  CD14
Pyar:  CD15
Lina:  CD18
jmh2005:  CD23
ad_06: CD25
Mamatina: CD43
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luvkayln:  Thanks :)  I feel the same way about your little one!  Just love her already =)  Thanks also for catching my flub on our lineup!  I added Hannah back to the top & forgot to delete her f/the bottom ;) So, you and I have the same Sunday plans... cleaning!  I don't know where everyone has been, but I sometimes wonder if they've lost interest...  I'll see how this week goes & if it still feels abandoned, I may stop updating every day ??  Have a great day!

scripps:  I'm glad you're feeling some comfort in our stories & that Philippe is right there by your side.  I think the most important thing is for the two of you to comfort each other & move forward togetehr ;)  Take care & know that we're all here for you!
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Sbumblebeeo: Where are you? :( I'm ready to hear about your appointment and see your beautiful baby pics! :) Hope you're having a wonderful weekend celebrating!! :)

Stacey- Any new updates w/ Jake? Is he able to come home yet? Update us when you can, and give him big kisses from all of us! ;)

Candie- Hope you get that +OPK soon!! ;) I'm praying your bleeding completely stops, so if no BFP this cycle, you can for sure start your Femara next cycle and get that BFP you SO deserve! :) Good luck!!!

Mommyin10- Did i miss something?? lol Hannah's on our list twice! ;) Hope you are having a nice relaxing weekend with your big family! ;) Has this all REALLY hit you yet?? That you're having TWO babies!!?? ;) I showed Sean your pics last night! He just thought they were so awesome! :)

Mrspace- Hope you are having a relaxed weekend as well, healing physically and emotinally! (HUGS)

Keyan- When should we start cheering for AF for you? Weird to say that...! ;)

Rachjas- We are definately thinking of you sweetie, and especially will be on Tuesday when you have your d&c!

Well, not much new with me! I'm off today so of course will be cleaning the house, :) ! I'll take "so far" pics of Addy's room, but believe me, I'm sure I'll continue adding things! Haha! ;) Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! Everyone check in tomorrow, ok? Our thread seems to be dying down a little! :(
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Mommyin10:  I enjoy looking at your pictures--they really did grow so much in a week!  You must be thrilled to stop the progesterone shots.

luvkayln: Sounds like you are almost ready!  Now that fall is almost here, your baby is just around the corner!

mrspace: How are you feeling?

I've been struggling a lot the last few days, especially as my period hasn't started yet and, in a perverse twist, my breasts hurt more now than they did last week.  I got another ultrasound, and the doctor said he didn't think I would need a DNC, but I'll get checked again on the 31st when I'm back in Paris.  Philippe has been very supportive, so I'm just trying to keep living in a healthy way.  Many thanks to everyone for the support and information.  Some of you told me how much you had to struggle before succeeding, which gave me some hope, and I really appreciate it.
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Mommyin10- I'm home now and your pics are absoultely adorable!! I'm in love w/ them already! ;)
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Our appt went great :)  We saw both babies' heartbeats & they've grown quite a bit from last week.  Their sacs are bigger, too, so now you can see them right next to each other :)  I uploaded two new pics!  I am now stopping my progesterone injections, which is great 'cause I've been taking them since July11...  I'll have my first appt with my ob on Tuesday & my last appt with my RE next Saturday.  Hope everyone is having a great weekend! =)

Sbumblebeeo:  Still checking on you...  Hope all's well :)

luvkayln:  Haha!  I've already bought new bras, too!  ;)  It sounds like you're having a great time shopping for Addy!!!  You'll never run out of things to buy, especially for a little girl =)  Enjoy & I hope your workday flies by!
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Mommyin10- Here I am! ;) I'm not sure where everyone is... Hhmm! Hope your appointment went well today! Can't wait to see new pics of your 2 little ones! :) I did some more shopping online last night for Addy! I got her changing pad ordered, and breastmilk storage containers, which I'm thinking are a lot more logical than the bags b/c their reusable. I'm  having so much fun baby shopping! It's like as soon as I think I honestly don't need anything more, I always think of something we have to have for her! :) I don't think that'll ever end though, I love baby shopping! :) You get to have twice the fun! ;) I do need to go buy new bras today before work though! My "big" bras are officially too small now! Yikes! And they are SO sore right now! Oh well, better get used to it since I'm breastfeeding! ;)

sbumblebeeo: Update soon girly! We're all thinking of you, anticipating your wonderful news! ;) Can't wait to see pics of your little one! :)

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! :)
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**************************************************************************
Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas:  Our hearts, our thoughts, our prayers are with you & your family!!!
Scripps:  You're in our thoughts & prayers!

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
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 6 pounds!  Check out his handsome pics! =)

Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 33 weeks with Hayden!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 22 weeks with Adalynn Noelle!!! =) (appt 9/8)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 14 weeks!!! (appt 9/15)
Looloo: BFP!!! 14 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 8 Weeks with twins! (u/s TODAY, ob/gyn 8/25)
sbumblebeeo:  BFP! 8 Weeks!

Keyan: Will ttc after last Lupron shot is out of her system!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE 9/10!
mrspace:  Working with the doc on finding a solution/results - Stay strong!

Hannah:  CD3
Naf:  CD3
Candie:  CD13
Pyar:  CD14
Lina:  CD17
jmh2005:  CD22
ad_06: CD24
Hannah: CD31 (appt 9/9)
Mamatina: CD42
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Where is everyone?!?

sbumblebeeo:  I've been thinking of you, checking in often to see how your first u/s went.  Hope you were busy celebrating yesterday! :)  Update soon!!!
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**************************************************************************
Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas:  Our hearts, our thoughts, our prayers are with you & your family!!!
Scripps:  You're in our thoughts & prayers!

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
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 6 pounds!  Check out his handsome pics! =)

Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 33 weeks with Hayden!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 22 weeks with Adalynn Noelle!!! =) (appt 9/8)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 14 weeks!!! (appt 9/15)
Looloo: BFP!!! 14 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 8 Weeks with twins! (u/s Sat, ob/gyn 8/25)
sbumblebeeo:  BFP! 8 Weeks! (1st u/s TODAY!)

Keyan: Will ttc after last Lupron shot is out of her system!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE 9/10!
mrspace:  Working with the doc on finding a solution/results - Stay strong!

Hannah:  CD2 ;(
Naf:  CD2 ;(
Candie:  CD12
Pyar:  CD13
Lina:  CD16
jmh2005:  CD21
ad_06: CD23
Hannah: CD30 (appt 9/9)
Mamatina: CD41
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sbumblebeeo:  I'll be thinking of you today at your 1st u/s!!!  Please update asap =)
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Okay, now you girls have me super confused.  My doctor called with my results yesterday and said that according to my hcg that morning, his assumptions were correct.  It is an early miscarriage and at this point, the baby is gone.  That's all he said.  So I assumed that meant that my level was at 0.  He never gave me the number, so I just assumed that when he said "at this point the baby is gone" that meant 0.  So now I'm going to call him this afternoon to see what my numbers actually were. I was pretty upset yesterday and didn't even think to ask.  So sorry for all the confusion.  I just assumed. But I guess you know what they say about when you assume...
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Hannah- Sorry about AF! :( But look at it this way, a brand new cycle means a brand new chance to concieve, right? ;) Good luck to you this cycle!

Mrspace- Wow, that was quick! Your hcg is already at 0?! So do you think the clot was the baby? :( I'm glad you will have an u/s next week to make sure, and to check on your ovary, etc. I'm just so sorry you're having to go through all this. Have you and dh had a chance to talk about it at all? I know he's having mixed feelings over it, so I hope you 2 can really talk... So did you work today or are you taking a few days off to recoup? I wish you all my best sweetie! (HUGS)

Mommyin10- I know! I'm bad... I've been wanting to get pics up! I promise I will by this weekend, k? ;) Sean's out back with all the guys burning all the brush/dead trees from their jobs they've been doing. I was hanging out there with them, but they're just being "guys" and I'm the only girl, so... I came in here to check on everyone! :)
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your hcg went down really quick i thought it took longer did u doc say that was normal :s i guess like mommy sed its good ur back to normal still i would ask it can take weeks in somecases i hope u feel better......

cd1 for me im gutted but apt sept 9th crnt wait fed up but want to keep hope haha


mommyin 10 8 weeks alreasy i am so happy for u x
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Wow, your hcg went down to zero so fast! Mine took over a week. I guess that's good, though. Now you can move forward & try to get an understanding on what's going on. Take care! ;)
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update:  HCG came back at 0. So it's gone.  **tmi alert** I had a rediculously huge clot this afternoon.  It felt like it just kept coming out.  So, it's pretty much over now.  I'm still in a lot of pain, which the doctor said was normal.  Especially with my ovary.  So I'm still on modified bedrest for that.  I'll go back in for another u/s next week to check on my ovary.  Thank you all for the support.

SSBD to you all, and for those of you with little ones on the way, God bless!  
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Good morning everyone!  I had bloodwork done first thing this morning to check my hcg.  I just have to say, I appreciate all the positive energy from you all.  To be honest, there is no way that I can still be pregnant. I'm bleeding so much and in so much pain that it's just not really possible.  If I weren't bleeding, then I would TOTALLY have hope.  So at this point we're just checking to see if my hcg is down to 0 yet.  I will have a u/s next week to check my ovary and we'll start working on that.  But thank you all so much for all the positive energy.  I will update again as soon as I get my hcg results.
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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas:  Our hearts, our thoughts, our prayers are with you & your family!!!
Scripps:  You're in our thoughts & prayers!

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
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 6 pounds!  Check out his handsome pics! =)

Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 33 weeks with Hayden!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 22 weeks with Adalynn Noelle!!! =)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 14 weeks!!! (appt 9/15)
Looloo: BFP!!! 14 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 8 Weeks with twins! (u/s Sat, ob/gyn 8/25)
sbumblebeeo:  BFP! 7 Weeks! (1st u/s TOMORROW!)

Keyan: Will ttc after last Lupron shot is out of her system!!! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal...
mrspace:  Working with the doc on finding a solution/results - Stay strong!

Candie:  CD11
Pyar:  CD12
Lina:  CD15
jmh2005:  CD20
ad_06: CD22
Hannah: CD29 (appt 9/9)
Mamatina: CD40

naf:  15dpo!
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luvkayln:  Thanks & Happy 22 weeks to you! =)  I can't wait to see Addy's room pics!  Please post soon ;)

mrspace:  Hannah's post gave me hope, too ;)  Good luck with your results!
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Mommyin10- Haha!! I'm over Octomom too, but I'll admit I watched her special on tv last night! ;) Happy 8 weeks to you!! I can't wait for more u/s pics on Sat! :)

Mrspace- Aww.. sweetie! I'm just so sorry for everything you're going through right now!   :(  I truely hope that Hannah has given you hope! She definately has me crossing my fingers for you!! (HUGS)

Scripps- Oh sweetie, your post broke my heart! :( I can honestly feel your pain! I'm just so sorry, but please don't blame yourself! Like Mommyin10 said, that's so easy to do, I know... but it's not your fault! I don't think flying had anything to do with it either. I flew early on... And oh sweetie, I know it's hard to be optimistic about future pregnancies right now, trust me! After we lost our daughter when I was 36 weeks pregnant, I really had no hope! At all!!! :( I was devestated, and I still cry all the time for her, but look! Now I'm 22 weeks pregnant again with her little sister! God has definately blessed us again, and he will do the same for you! Stay strong! (HUGS)

Rachjas- Oh, I can only imagine how sad it was to see your 2 sweet angels again at your u/s! I know they will find a reason why this happened! Stay strong! (HUGs)

Dnikki- That's awesome you were given so much clothes and were able to keep a lot of them! :) And omg, how awesome to think that by your next appt you will know what you're having! Yay!! :) Have you told ds he has a little brother or sister coming soon? Yes, we've gotten Addy's room done! It looks so cute, and I promise I'll get pics taken! :)

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