Cycle Buddies 2009 - the saga continues

[Wendy1971]

Update:  I had my 2nd u/s yesterday and his/her little heart was beating strong!  As a result, I got the ok to stop the progesterone shots.  Yaahooo!!  I'll be using the suppositories now, but I'm totally fine with that.

Thanks you guys for your support.  You all continue to be in my prayers.

[bfromthed]

It has been a while since I posted life has such loops and turns....but I did do 150 Gonal F and 75 Menopur for 7 days then triggered on Thursday and we are just doing bd'ing this cycle to save some cash so we covered our bases yesterday and the next 2 days we have appts together :) I hope all is well with everyone Im so far behind I cant read all the post to catch up but Im back on track now? I am a littl confused my follies grew really quick this time and I am a 30-40 day person and they had me trigger when I had a 21mm????? Ay comments?
Baby Dust Sticky Vibes and God's Will to all!

[poeticnicky]

I am out the running. My AF started this A.M.  I am excited and happy for all those who have gotten their BPF!!!! it is truly a blessing. For those who are continuing to try God be with you and blessing be to you.

Stay blessed and stay positive. My heart, love, prayers, and support goes out to you.

[DEVISTATED]

Poeticnicky--I'm sorry to hear about AF, I was rooting for you in silence. You have a wonderful attitude. Keep the faith.

ALL:  I test tomorrow, I decided not to post this IUI, To stressful reading others experiences and comparing to myself. BUT now it's down to a matter of hours and I'm stressed out. I saw blood Friday night on the insert stick for progesterone. I had a small amount of blood yesterday it was brownish, same today. AF is actually due today. I know the routine, it's her. I will still go to the blood test tomorrow because it's routine with my RE. I'm expecting a full flow by the A.M.

Congrats to all who received BFP.
BFN's keep on trying. Don't ever give up such a beautiful dream.

[kdm805]

Hi Everyone,

Back from my trip and now back to work.

Im happy to see all the BFPs!!! Congrats guys!!! Wishing you a healthy and exciting 9 months! wooooohooooooooooooooo!

Wendy - Im so happy for you! You are proof, not to ever give up and to continue having hope!

REE- I will be praying for you and thinking positive thoughts!

Silapooh - How is your sister? Im glad to hear she is out of ICU. God is looking over you and your family. I will also keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Im now CD 10, Im doing a natural cycle this month. No meds =). Its kinds nice not being poked, scanned and probed. Hopefully ill be blessed without the meds...wouldnt that be soooooo nice!

Those who are ttc, I pray for us all to continue to be positive through this journey in one day getting our BFP!

[A_Muse4u]

vijsonia:  You're sO funny!  Yes!!  WE do tend to get ALL WORKED UP!!!  ;)

Silapooh:  Thank God for answering our prayers.  O:-)

Wendy:  That's awesome news!!  We're all happy for you & yours.  

poeticnicky/DEVISTATED:  What can I say that I haven't said yet?!  Prayers and more prayers are in order for those in the same boat we are in.  O:...(

I know, it's tough!!!  If it's in God's will for us to receive our miracles, we will.  Meanwhile, I'd like to thank God for blessing us with each other here on this forum.  You all have made me strong since the 1st time we tried DET/IVF.  It's a hard road for us all.


God bless those who are pregnant and ttc always and forever, Amen.  

[bfromthed]

Just a quick question I am cd14 today I triggered cd with bd'ing cds 11,12, and 13...I am normally a 30- how many ever days my cycle likes to go....My follies we 20 and 18 the day before I triggered...I know the Ovidril makes you o but is that just too early? Just asking....

[bfromthed]

I triggered cd 10 sorry I guess my mind was moving faster than my fingers!

[angeldream09]

It's a BFN for me ladies. Re told me to stop the prog supp. How many days does it take for a/f to come after stopping it?

I am so devastated. It's my 3rd failed IUI.  I've been crying the whole day. I am so tired, really ,really  tired.

[chrisdaniel]

O.K. ladies, help me out, I told you I couldn't wait to take the HPT's, this morning I took a dollar tree one and came back negative, then tonight I took the E.P.T. one that shows
5 days before the period ( digital) and it came back **** PREGNANT****, I am only 8 days past iui, 9 past trigger shot! Does that negative in the AM mean that the trigger shot was out of my system, and if so can I really get a positive this early????
Please help, I am not going to be able to sleep tonight!
some of you may have read this already from the other forum! Sorry

[mwhitcomb]

bfromthed:  usually when you do the trigger it takes 36 hours for ovulation.  The reason I say this is because when I did the ivf retrieval they had me trigger then 36 hours later they retrieved my eggs so that would be considered ovulating.  So if we went by that, it would be 1 and 1/2 days after trigger you would ovulate.  Anyone else with any suggestions.  Just to let you know those are great follicle sizes too.  :)  Praying for your BFP this time around.

Chrisdaniel:  I would probably test again a couple of days later just to make sure.  Sometimes the trigger shot remains in the system for a while, but it just depends on your body too.  I really do hope and pray that it's really a BFP for you !!!!

angel/poetic/muse:  I am so sorry for you.  Hopefully this upcoming time you will get your BFP.  I will keep you in my prayers.  Sending out some positive vibes and SSBD for this time around.

devastated:  What were your test results?  I hope its a BFP for you.  Keep us updated, okay?

ALL:  Today is considered my 3 DPT of a 3 day embryo.  No symptoms yet except for a backache.  I am praying everyday for for my embies to continue to grow and stick, and become healthy babies.  The 2ww is the worst for me.  I have been trying to keep busy, but seem to always be thinking of this.  I guess that's only natural after wanting to be a mom for such a long time.  I pray that God grants us all our hearts desires.  SSBD by the truckloads amd POSITIVE VIBES!!!!

[Heather5]

Holy Moly! Lots of new messages since last I was on! I'm going to have to sit down and read through all of them before I update the list!

mwhitcomb: Sending you all the baby dust in the world...so you can get your well-deserved "super sticky" BFP in another week or so!!! Come on little one! You better get nice and comfortable in there...it'll be your home for the next nine months!

Chrisdaniel: I agree...wait a couple of days and test again. The trigger could technically stay in your system for 10 days, and it's hard to compare different brands of pregnancy tests, since they all have different sensitivities. Best of luck! I hope it's a real BFP!!!

:-)

[pebbles0626]

Well, I am finally on a cycle.  I don't know how the doctor miscalculated my FET for August when his nurse told me that it was too soon and that it should be in September.  If you ask me, I think she forgot to put me on the schedule and is covering her tracks.  I emailed my doctor to ask him how he could have made such a grave mistake like that and I am waiting for him to respond.

For those of you that have done a FET...will someone please give me some sort of schedule.  What I am particularly interested in is how long did they keep you on b/c.  In my case, I will be on b/c for 2 months.  I think that is way too long of a time to be on b/c but what do I know...this is my first FET in 20 years........

Congratulations to all the BFP and to those awaiting their results and going through the 2ww...think positive and lots of baby dust to all.

For those of you with BFN......continue the fight....the battle is almost over...we will succeed....

[DEVISTATED]

negative result for me

[trying2conceive]

Hang in there... we pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and continue w/ this journey.

[sahiti]

Hi all today i went for 2nd beta and it was 3096 doctor said everything is fine and u/s is on aug 6th again 2ww for me.

Good luck to everyone in TTC and lots of baby dust to you all.
For those who got BFN dont lose hopes we all be praying for your all that your next cycle will be BFP.lots of baby dust and sticky vibes.
Congrats for all BFPs.

[Heather5]

OMG, sahiti! You got a BFP!!! Congratulations! That's awesome news!!!

:-)

[sahiti]

Thanks heather .How are you doing heather .

[Heather5]

I'm doing well...thanks for asking. I had some scary cramping last week that came on certain intervals, so that was a little scary...but thankfully they went away again. I've been instructed to drink a lot of water, stay out of the heat and take it easy to try and avoid it happening again. Other than that, though, I'm doing good. I'm almost 17 weeks now...crazy, huh? So now I'm just waiting for my next sonogram to a) confirm that everything's still OK (after the cramping incidence) and b) find out the gender!

[sahiti]

Heather iam so sorry about cramping but everything would be fine lol. All our prayers are with you and your baby.
Ya they told me to drink lots of water same .
woww to know the gender i think you would be excited

[lisaaaa3]

Going for another HCG test tomorrow.  On friday it was 1300 so hopefully it should have doubled twice since then.  So scared.

How is every1 else.
Baby dust and healthy 9 months pregnancies to all.

:-)

[Heather5]

Lisa: OMG! I’m so happy for you!!! Congratulations and best wishes for a happy, healthy nine months! :-)

Sahiti: Congrats again! And yeah, I’m very excited to find out if it’s a boy or a girl!

Bfromthed: I don’t think it was too early to trigger on CD10. If you triggered at night, that meant ovulation on CD12 and the follicles were already mature in size…so I think everything sounds very good! Best of luck this month! I’m moving you up to the 2WW list!

Angeldream: I’m so sorry about the BFN! Don’t give up, though…it’ll happen! As for when to get AF after stopping progesterone, I think I varies from person to person, but I would think within the next few days.

A_Muse4U: Oh no!!! I’m so sorry to hear about the bleeding! I really hope it’s not AF! You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the ultrasound this week shows some unexpected good news! Take care of yourself!

Poeticnicky: Oh man….stupid, stupid, stupid, AF! I’m so sorry! I’ll keep my fingers crossed that this new cycle will be the one for you!

Kristine: Glad you’re doing well! Keep us posted, OK? SSBD!!!

Quinns momma: That’s wonderful news about your ultrasound! So glad to hear that everything’s looking just perfect! :-)

Kdm: Welcome back! I hope you had a nice trip! Hopefully a natural cycle will do the trick for you this month!

Silapooh: Oh my goodness…that must have been so scary! I’m glad to hear your sister is doing better, though! Keep us posted on her surgery and of course your upcoming DET!

Wendy: Yay! That’s wonderful news! How many weeks are you now? I never used the PIO shots, but I can only imagine how painful they would be. I was on crinone (vaginal) and progesterone (oral) instead. I stopped all the supplements at 11 weeks.

Pebbles: Yeah, that is weird that your doctor would be a whole month off on your FET…but you know what? None of that will matter when you get that well-deserved BFP! :-)

Devistated: I’m so sorry about the negative test! That really s u c k s! I hope your new cycle will bring you some better news! Sending you lots of SSBD for the coming month!

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OK, I hope I didn’t miss any posts! Take care, everyone, and best of luck to all TTC this month!!!

Here’s the updated list…

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BFPs:
Mona: EDD 11-17-09
Kellym: EDD 11-27-09
tab6171975: EDD ??
Melandyb: EDD 12-16-09 (triplets!)
Heather: EDD 12-30-09 (IVF)
Agini: EDD 1-1-10 (IVF)
sunshine: EDD ??  (IVF) (multiples!)
beingstrong: EDD ??  
prayingforbaby: EDD 1-24-10 (FET)
Quinns momma:  EDD 2-8-10
June72: EDD 2-9-10 (IVF) (twins!)
MGS: EDD 2-9-10 (IVF)
Shellbell: EDD 2-10-10 (IVF)
smahoney: EDD 2-17-09 (IVF)
mommyoftwo: EDD 2-20-10  
vrgsmom: BFP!
Patience: BFP!
Wendy: BFP! (IVF)
Hruffo: BFP! (IVF)
Sahiti: BFP!
Lisa: BFP!  

A_Muse4U: BFP (DET), but bleeding :-( Waiting for u/s 7-23

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Twinmom: CD45
Ree: CD39
Bncytigger: 28 dpiui (?)
mwhitcomb: 4 dpet, FET
bfromthed: 3 dpo

Kristine: CD31
Jamie: CD19
Mama1981: CD13
Kdm: CD11, Natural cycle
Kramik: CD9  
Poeticnicky: CD3

Angeldream: BFN, waiting to start new cycle
Devistated: BNF, waiting to start new cycle

cwolf: Started lupron on 6-26, FET scheduled for 7-23 (or so)
Silapooh: Started lupron on 6-27, DET scheduled for July
Mypleatogod: IVF scheduled for July
BabyMamas: Start stims 7-25, IVF retrieval around 8-5
KellyD: Start stims 7-31, IVF retrieval around 8-10
Fairyzduzt: Started lupron on 7-13, IVF scheduled for August
Pearl: IVF scheduled for September
Twinsdesires: Start stims on July 17, FET the following month.
Pebbles: FET scheduled for September
Looking4ablessing: Starting new IVF cycle soon
KIBBLES: On b/c, starting new IVF cycle soon

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Need updated info:
Turtle, Wannahaveababy, Jessime, Lilyanne, Mommica, toni81, Jennifer, Baby4Shellbie, Beth, Susannah

[A_Muse4u]

Hi Heather5.  I'm glad your back and in the best of God's care & love.  I won't be going to my 07/23 u/s.  Instead, I will be going to OB/GYN on 08/18.  DH is veRy upset w/Dr. & doesn't want me to keep my appt. and he doesn't want me to go alone, either.  I'm still praying for a miracle or two.  Now, I just have a longer wait.  >:-/  

trying2conceive:  Your post made me laugh, and it gave me strength!  O;-D

[kdm805]

Thank you for the update! I always look forward to seeing how everyone is doing all on one post. Thank goodness for unlimited space =). Its also nice to see the BFP list growing. Since I came on in May 12 people have gotten BFPs!!! Cant wait to join that list.

Im actually on CD10 today, I marked the wrong date on my tracker! Ooooops!

Im glad to hear you and youre baby are doing great. Cant wait to hear the sex of the baby!!! How exciting, I bet its like 2WW all over again, but much more exciting! hahaha. Take care of yourself!

[bfromthed]

Thanks for the info I just get a little worried cause my cycles are crazy...We coverd baby dancing on CDs 11,12,13, and 15 so hopefully we did the trick I have my progestrone drawn on Froday and wont get the results until Saturday...I am so glad you are feeling better and take it easy....lots of fluid...God Bless you for what you do on this site!

Baby Dust and sticky vibes to you all!

[looking4ablessing]

Hello all I just wanted to update really quick while my hubby is not looking lol! He does not want me in the forums right now. BUT, I just had my transfer done today yaaa!!!!! I am excited and scared.  3 precious embies were transfered, none left to freeze again. I had my retrieval on fri and today the transfer. Okay all, I wish everyone lots of BFPs!!! and loads and loads of sticky baby dust and lots of love to all of us. God Bless!

[grissco]

Hi all,
I'm new here. I joined this forum
bc I **** have anyone here at home going through this. I had my first IUI done this month. I got inpatient and took a hpt yesterday, it was negative :(. I'm on  dpiui10, is this too soon to take? Or I'm not pg. I took the clear blue easy digital one. I'm just so diappointed and upset.

[A_Muse4u]

Well, DH changed his mind and agreed to take me to my u/s tomorrow, anyways.  I'm still keeping the pap-smear on 08/18 too just to be on the safe side.  I'll check in after my appt.  

********STICKY BABY DUST & VIBES 2ALL TTC & 2WW'S********

Best wishes and lots of prayers for everyone's happiness, Amen.  O:-)

[sotired210]

I finally decided to join this group/forum because I need some type of a release from this frustrating time.

I am 38 and have been ttc for 4yrs.  This is the first time I have met with a Fertility Specialist and had my first IUI on the 8th of July.  My 2ww was today and my bloodwork came back negative.  

I am just broken because I really thought everything would work out right.  I went in after the first week and my estrogen and proges were right on target, something I haven't had before and got my hopes to high.  It is super frustrating for me and I am in tears right now just knowing, I will have to try AGAIN.

Everyone's post are so reassuring and I appreciate the fact you are all here with the same purpose.

Thank you for sharing your stories.

[A_Muse4u]

Welcome, sotired210!!!  You're in the right place.  It is sO sad when we get our hopes up just so they can tumble apart b4 our ears/eyes.  I've always said my prayers b4 bedtime, and I still do, but I don't think I've prayed as much as I have since last year when I joined this forum.  I know the world is in dyer-need of prayers, but so is this forum.

Mind you, I do pray for everyone, but God knows what's going on w/the world.  What we need here are "special-intention" prayers and God knows I've done them and continue to do so for all of us.  Take care sotired210 and try to find the sotired210 you use to be, k?  I know you will heal physically, emotionally, & mentally, in time, but please try to be a little happier that you're here w/us now.  STAY STRONG!!!  

O:-)  

[Wendy1971]

kdm, Muse, Heather - Thank you for your thoughts.  I've never been so happy to feel nauseated all day/night.  It's great!

Poeticnicky/Devistated - Your blessing will come.  Stay positive...

Heather - Thanks for keeping us updated on everyone's status.  With so many posts its kind of hard to keep up.  To answer your question...I'm 8 wks and 1 day today.  According to my RE, if everything looks ok this Friday I can start seeing my regular OB because I'll be "just another pregnant lady".  I look forward to being ordinary...

Grissco/Sotired - Welcome...you've joined a great group of super supportive women.

[BabyMamas09]

HI everyone.....Just wanted to say congrats to new BFP's. I am sorry to hear about the BFN's. Stay Strong. I had six IUI's and every single one was devastating. I am literally putting all my eggs in one basket...lol, Therefore, I am praying that IVF works for me.
I started Accupuncture today. It was definitely relaxing and I am looking fwd to the next 5 sessions. I am looking fwd to my appt Friday when I will get all my drugs (he he) and instructions on how to make those follies grow. Starting stims on 7/25...will keep u all posted!

Heather5: Give it up, girl!! When is your next ultrasound appt. I am excited to find out gender. Please keep me posted. Cramping is normal during the first trimester. I have you in my prayers.....keep drinking your fluids and please take it easy. I want pictures of that beany soon posted,,,;)))

Mwhitcomb: So glad u had your transfer and glad to hear you are staying positive. I know that you will have your little miracle to hold soon and treasure forever. Still toasting to you!

Bfromthed:  I've missed u! Glad to hear you and DH are staying busy and bding all around. It sounds like you're covering your bases and I hope you get your very own BFP very soon. When will u test??

[bfromthed]

Thanks for the wishes!!!! Good luck to you too! Going for Progestrone tomorrow and I will have the results on Saturday as soo as I get numbers I will post! God Bless us all the mommy's to be and all of us still looking for that dream to be fullfilled!

[chrisdaniel]

Hi I was wondering if anyone can tell me their experience on porgesterone suppositories, what are the side effects, I have read that a delayed period is one, has anyone ever started a period while on the progesterone, or will I automatically not get it til I stop taking it. I have been having frequent headaches I don't know if it's caffeine withdrawl and I want to say all day cramping, whenever I move around alot. Any of your experiences will be very helpful to me.
   Thx

[Heather5]

Looking4ablessing: Yay! I'm so excited for you!!! I can't believe you've already gone through the stims, retrieval AND transfer! Take it easy over the next few days! Sending you lots and lots of baby dust!!!

sotired & grissco: Welcome to the thread!  I've added you both to the list. Sotired: I'm so sorry your first IUI didn't work. I felt the same way after my first IUI failed. Don't give up, though, it will happen!!!
grissco: 10 days past IUI is still pretty early...most women have to wait a little longer than that to get an accurate result...so give it another few days and try again! Best of luck!

BabyMamas: It's not until next Friday! So I still another week and a day to go! I'll definitely keep you posted, though! Glad to hear you enjoyed your first acupuncture session! And best of luck tomorrow!

Wendy: I see...so you still have a few more weeks of progesterone. Glad you got to change to the suppositories then! Good luck tomorrow! You'll be "just another pregnant lady" before you know it ;-)

A_Muse: Best of luck today! Please keep us posted when you get back from your dr.'s office!

Kdm: Yeah, it really is like the 2WW all over again! Just one more week (and a day)! Can't wait for your name to be added to the BFP list too! SSBD!!!

bfromthed: Best of luck with your progesterone test tomorrow! I hope it's a nice strong number!

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BFPs:
Mona: EDD 11-17-09
Kellym: EDD 11-27-09
tab6171975: EDD ??
Melandyb: EDD 12-16-09 (triplets!)
Heather: EDD 12-30-09 (IVF)
Agini: EDD 1-1-10 (IVF)
sunshine: EDD ??  (IVF) (multiples!)
beingstrong: EDD ??  
prayingforbaby: EDD 1-24-10 (FET)
Quinns momma:  EDD 2-8-10
June72: EDD 2-9-10 (IVF) (twins!)
MGS: EDD 2-9-10 (IVF)
Shellbell: EDD 2-10-10 (IVF)
smahoney: EDD 2-17-09 (IVF)
mommyoftwo: EDD 2-20-10  
vrgsmom: BFP!
Patience: BFP!
Wendy: BFP! (IVF)
Hruffo: BFP! (IVF)
Sahiti: BFP!
Lisa: BFP!  

A_Muse4U: BFP (DET), but bleeding :-( Waiting for u/s today

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Twinmom: CD47
Ree: CD41
Bncytigger: 30 dpiui (?)
mwhitcomb: 6 dpt, FET
bfromthed: 5 dpo
Looking4ablessing: 2 dpt, IVF

Kristine: CD33
Jamie: CD21
Mama1981: CD15
Kdm: CD12, Natural cycle
Kramik: CD11
grissco: 11 dpiui  
Poeticnicky: CD5

Angeldream: BFN, waiting to start new cycle
Devistated: BNF, waiting to start new cycle
sotired: BFN, waiting to start a new cycle

cwolf: Started lupron on 6-26, FET scheduled for 7-23 (or so)
Silapooh: Started lupron on 6-27, DET scheduled for July
Mypleatogod: IVF scheduled for July
BabyMamas: Start stims 7-25, IVF retrieval around 8-5
KellyD: Start stims 7-31, IVF retrieval around 8-10
Fairyzduzt: Started lupron on 7-13, IVF scheduled for August
Pearl: IVF scheduled for September
Twinsdesires: Start stims on July 17, FET the following month.
Pebbles: FET scheduled for September
KIBBLES: On b/c, starting new IVF cycle soon

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Need updated info:
Turtle, Wannahaveababy, Jessime, Lilyanne, Mommica, toni81, Jennifer, Baby4Shellbie, Beth, Susannah

[kramik107]

I am cd 11 today - I go in tomorrow for my cd 12 ultrasound and bloodwork.  Determining the results will determine when they will schedule my IUI.

I feel like my left ovary is about to burst - not O pain yet but pressure.  

[trying2conceive]

Is it just me or is someone else feeling the same..."clique" in this forum - REALLY?

Chrisdaniel: I wish I could help but I know nothing about progesterone. How's everything? I might do HPT today only because I'm impatient, not because it's time  - do you know if women get a better reading if HPT is done in the morning?

Grissco: looks like you are on the same schedule as chrisdaniel and I along w/ several others :) I'm no expert for this is my first time going through IUI, but it does sound kind of early - my nurse did say to wait at least unitl 12piui. I wish for the best!

[A_Muse4u]

Wendy1971:  You are veRy welcomed, Wendy1971.  Have a HH prgcy/dlvry.  Much happiness to you & yours.  O:-)

BabyMamas09:  You're so funny!  "keeping all of your eggs in one basket".  ;)

chrisdaniel:  I'm off of the prog, but when I was on it, I didn't have any side-fx.  I'm having more now, that I'm off.  I have nausea, dry-heaves, dizziness, headaches and odd stomach pains in the upper-portion of my stomach.  I'm having no cramps, occasional bleeding, and I'm pickier than ever w/my food choices, now.  (?)

Heather5:  Will do.  I'm just waiting for DH to pick me up & take me, now.  I'll probably get in late.  So, I will reckon' w/y'all tomorrow.  I'm still praying for a miracle.  And, lots of miracles wouldn't hurt, either.  O:-)  I'm veRy happy that you're better, now.  Take good care of yourself and the p-nut gang.  I have a GS that we call p-nut.  He was named after my dad, Phillip.  

RANDOM ? 4 NE1:  When one has a m/c, does one feel the same symptoms as a pgncy?  Thx.  

********BABY DUST, GLUE, & VIBES FOR ALL********  O:-)

[BabyMamas09]

A_muse: Humor is one of the few things that keeps me going with this process. This is some hard S H I T. Anyway, wishing you the very best of luck, as well...;))

Bfromthed: Keep us posted on the progesterone numbers....I hope that they hit the roof.
All the best! I too will post tomorrow....I think they will do US and BW before letting me go home to start stims. My partner gets a a kick out of poking me, so I am sure she will having fun on a daily basis for a little while. We picked a guy that kinda of looks like her so she can feel like she's my baby daddy...LOL

Heather5: I am counting the day until next Friday. You better be nice and not naughty and make us wait...gotta post the gender. I am still biased one-way! The XY way!!! ;))


Mwhitcomb: Mary...how are you feeling???? keep us posted....:)


SSBD and all the best to all TTC and those already there...delivering their dreams soon

[bfromthed]

U ar soooo silly and I love it I will psot the numbers as soon as I get them

[bfromthed]

Okay I worked over last night (at the hospital) had progestrone drawn and it is 18.1 (don't know if thats a good number or not???) re's office still closed but they will call as soon as they see the results are in the system (I have access so I can look too..:) ) So I guess I am just playing the waiting game... 8 days past Ovidril...back sore, mildly tender boobs Im sure from  trigger shot and if no AF and any signs I will be testing in about 10 days (since my cycles run longer I ususally wait a few more days then the normal 2 week thing....Keep me in your prayers please hopefully just bd'ing did he trick...

[mwhitcomb]

Hi everyone.  I haven't posted in a several days, but I've kept on reading the forum.  I graduate tomorrow with my master's degree in teaching, so I have been finishing up some major projects :~)

As for me, today is 7 dpet!  On 4 dpet I had some tiny little cramps. On 5dpet I had some sharp cramps that lasted only several seconds, but nothing really since then.  Last night I couldn't sleep due to my backache and abdominal area.  It was't cramps in the abdominal area, but discomfort.  I don't know what to think of it.  No other symptoms.  I am praying for some sign of pregnancy, but I am starting to get discouraged.  Maybe it's just too early.  I know last time I didn't have implantation bleeding until 12dpet and two days later I had my beta which came back positive, so when I think about that it makes me feel better.  Praying for all of us who r still trying to conceive to get a BFP, and those who do have BFP I always pray for you and a healthy nine months.  SSBD to all, and sending some POSITIVE VIBES OUT!!!!!  

trying2conceive:  I am sorry you feel that way.  You are very welcomed to this forum.  Many of us have known each other for quite sometime because it's been a VERY LONG journey in the ttc world, but if you have any questions I would be more than happy to answer the best I can.  We have some great gals in here for support.  What cycle day are you???

[chrisdaniel]

Hi... test. I tested this am with $ store brand and it was negative. Then I wanted to do a brand name so I took EPT digital, the one you can do 5 days before your period is due, came back... pregnant, I thought for sure I was jsut missing the NO before the word pregnant, still not satisfied, I had to take the old fashioned First Response that shows one line or two and sure enough there were two lines, the second line was barely there, but I could see it. I suggest you do a digital, this way your eyes can't play tricks. I am also absolutely positive the HCG shot is out of my system!  Of course I won't be completely satisfied unitl I go for the blood test on Monday, and hear what kind of numbers I have. Please let me know if any of you other gals test, I am soo curious!

[bfromthed]

trying: Like MW said trust me you are not being ignored I felt the same way at first. This is the best and supportive place to be...so again welcome and kee us posted on your progress

crisdaniel-CONGRATS to you a line is a line (when did you trigger?) it normally takes 7-10 days to get out of you system...so good luck to you!

mwhitcomb: those are all good signs! Good Luck to you too keep us posted

All.....progestrone came in at 18.1 is that a good number....nothing is going on just lower back pain 10 days before I test unless i get some symptoms...Stick vibes and baby dust to all!

[cwolf1006]

just posting to update! FET was yesterday, things went well, I just pray well enough to get that BFP!! Test date is scheduled for Aug. 3rd! YAY, sooner than all other times, they used to make me wait the whole 14 days!!!

Just want to say Super Good Luck to all testing! Congratulations to all BFP's and hang in there to all TTC!! Hugs to All!!

[Wendy1971]

Ok guys, its not good news.  I had another u/s today and there was no heartbeat and no growth since last week.  The dr says to stop the meds and I will have a period next week.  

I know I don't have tell you all how devistating this is. I don't even know where to go from here.

Thanks for all of your support.

[kramik107]

So I had my cd 12 us and bw today and I have 4 probable follicles 2 on each side and my estrogen level was 300 so I have to go back on Monday for repeat u/s and bw - pending the results - IUI will be scheduled.

[Heather5]

Oh no, Wendy! I'm so very sorry to hear that. My heart truly goes out to you and your DH. I've had two miscarriages myself, so I know how difficult it can be when you get that dreaded no-heartbeat news. My first miscarriage was actually right around the same time...the baby stopped developing around 8 weeks. I know there's not much we can say or do to make you feel any better right now, but please know that we are all here for you if you need us. Sending you a big cyber hug!

[kdm805]

Im so sorry to hear your news. =( I cant imagine what youre going through right now. Know that we are here for you! ~~~~HUGS~~~~

[poeticnicky]

Wendy:I am so so sorry to hear this. My heart rejoice everytime you guys get the news of BFP!!!! My heart is now with you. My prayers are for you. My tears are crying for all of the ladies who heart was broken with bad news this month. Just know that God is with all of us. He can heal all pains and all heartaches. The time will come for all of us to concieve. This I must believe and I know in my heart for sure.

Trying: I am so sorry you feel that no one is paying attention to your needs. IT is never intentional in this thread. SInce I have been hear it has been very supportive and understanding. So I am sorry you feel that way. I hope you give us ( this thread) another chance.

Update:
I have been silently reading and watching the thread for some days now. I was very disappointed in the results that I got. But Again God is Good and he is in the blessing business so I know that my time is coming. I have to say through I am going nature for a while and pray we conceive that way if not I will reconsider my obtions.

Thank you ladies for being a blessing in my life, thank you for the support and love you have shown me. Thank God for a thread that gives so much understanding.

Sorry for all the heart ache and heart breaks. Our time is coming...
CONGRATS to all the BFP!!!!! I know it has been a long hard road and you deserve it.

[BabyMamas09]

Wendy: My heart goes out to you. Just know that you are in our thoughts and despite the difficulty of this all, GOD has a plan for you and all of us. Stay positive...

bfromthed: 18 sounds like a good number. I think they want anything above a 15 on a medicated cycle.....so, let us know how you are feeling during the dreaded 2WW and truckloads of sticky sticky dust and vibes to you!

mwhitcomb: Mary...I agree with bfromthed. Those all good signs, so rest up....take it easy and keep posted on your progress....lots of sticky vibes to you!

ALL: I had my appt with RE yesterday....I started AF on 7/22, so US showed thinning of lining (which is good at this point). Looks like the cysts are gone and I started baby aspirin this morning and will be receiving my first cocktail of injectables this everning. I go in for follies monitoring on Wednesday and Friday of next week. I am so excited about in vitro. ;)

[mwhitcomb]

Wendy: I really, really am so sorry for your loss.  I had mine in March, baby was 8 wks and 3 days.  He stopped developing right after I graduated from RE.  My prayers are with you :~)  We will all be here for you, just don't give up!  God's watching over us and will hear our prayers.

All:   So today I went to the restroom after coming back from graduation (IT WAS 2HRS LONG!!!!) and there was nothing on my pad.  When I got home had to go again, but this time there was some brown spotting on the pad.  I wiped (TMI I KNOW) and it was brownish.  I am hoping and praying that it was implantation bleeding.  I do not want to do a HPT until I closer to my beta date.  Poor dear hubby had to deal with me all day.  He said I am in "one of those moods" where I am very emotional or very p i s s y .  HAHA must be the meds, I think.  Any how, sending some good sticky, positive vibes.  

[Wendy1971]

Heather/kdm/poeticnicky/babymamas/mwhitcomb/all:

Thank you so much for your hugs and prayers.  It really does help.

DB and I cried and prayed all last night and most of this morning.  Even though the RE assured us that there was nothing we could have done to prevent this, DB feels responsible.  He thinks that he could have done more to reduce my stress level. I let him know that he did a great job putting up with my CRAZY mood swings and equally crazy demands.  We're going to focus on getting through the next week before deciding what to do next.

I am very grateful to have this group to share my thoughts with. Thanks you guys.

[bfromthed]

Wendy My heart goes out to you and your dh we lost our son after birth at 6 months so I can relate on a personal level!

Babymomma thanks for the prayers.....not feeling much at this point ( I know its early) bb's are not as tender :( from trigger just a sore throat and lower back pain.

All: tt re's office they said 18.1 is a good progestrone level and that it can sustain a viable pregnancy if we are blessed this month...also if no af by August 6th then we will test because my cycles run so far and in between...I will keep you ladies posted! Sticky Vibes Baby Dust and God's blessings to us all!

[trying2conceive]

So BT is tomorrow @ 14dpiui. I'm excited but at the same time I kind of want to wait at least until Wednesday to see RE. I think I'm trying to avoid hearing any bad news :(

Although AF is due to arrive tomorrow, I'm thinking it might not be 'til the evening or so. I usually break out right before AF...there's always that one that pops right out!!! This time, not so...well I had one last week, but it usually sticks around for AF and it vanished on its own w/in a couple of days. My PMS symptoms continue and I know it's not HCG in my system since it's been 15dphcg. I feel in need of naps and if I don't then I end up going to bed earlier than usual, moody (oh boy is my husband being patient - love him) and bb's are tender.

As for HPT, they have been negative. I took the last one yesterday just to get the dar n thing out of the way and not be wondering whether or not I should test. I have no more of those gadgets around the house :)

For those of you who haven't ready my posts before...the only hope I still have is the fact that I had spotting (bright red, a drop or two) on 7dpiui. Also, when I would go in to get checked, RE said lining of uterus was how it should be - at first it was thin but then as we were getting closer to do IUI, lining had become thicker like a sandwich, in other words 3 layers. Each time the RE would say something I would ask, "is that good?" I pretty much ask that question anytime I can :)

I truly hope everyone gets their little bundle soon enough :) Wish me luck!

[mwhitcomb]

Trying:  I sure hope you do get a BFP and that those HPT are just faulty.  Trigger shot should definitely be out by now, so I am crossing my fingers for you!!!!  Have you decided yet when to go to the RE.  I say the sooner you go, the sooner you can make plans, whether it's good or bad, definitely praying for the good though.  Keep us posted.

All:  I had brownish spotting all day yesterday, and a bit this morning, but nothing this afternoon.  I am so praying that was implantation bleeding.  I don't remember it lasting so long the first time I got a BFP.  Just praying that maybe more than one is getting comfortable.  

[vrgsmom]

WOW i haven't been in a few days as well, and it is so nice to hear some GREAT news from people! To give you all a quick update (some already know this)....my roller coaster journey this summer has sadly ended=( ET on may28, BFP on June 10, BFN on June 17, BFN on June 24, BFHEARTBEAT on July1, first ob july 6 Yeah everything healthy, BF NO heartbeat on july 20.....d&c that afternoon=( UGH...crazy 12 weeks but feeling much better today. Went to church w/ DH and DS this morning, and had a really hard time praying.....but we will get through this! We do believe that God has a plan for each of us (I know we all just wish that it was a little more clear!!!) and thank God for friends to pick us up and dust us off!
To all the BFP......YEAH...my prayers and thoughts are with all of you for a safe and healthy pregnancy, labor and delivery!!!
to all of us BFN or other issues: not only Baby dust and sticky vibes, but truly lots and lots and as wel like to say in our family oooodddles and oooodles of prayers your way!  We will prevail in some way, shape or form! My wish or prayer for all is that 2009 does get better or continues to go smoothly for all! Also, that all of our little angels up in heaven will watch over us and throw some extra baby dust our way!!!
God bless=) xoxoxo

[bfromthed]

Just checking in on you ladies....I did the Gonal F/Menopur mixture and just bd'ing this month....I took the trigger shot on 7/16 so today is day 10 and it should be gone...nothing going on here...just lower back ache tenderness in boobs is almost completely gone....:(  I have 11 more days before re thinks I should test since my cycles run so far and in between....so not sure what is what just hanging around as the days pass by. Good luck to us all and Congrats again to all the bfp's!

[bfromthed]

Just a quick question for this cycle is it too late to start taking my temps to see if they stay elevated (I hear this is a sign of pregnancy....sometimes)?

[BabyMamas09]

B,
Never too late to take your temps, especially if you know ur baseline. Take it in the AM. If they stay elevated throughtout the next ten days, I say it's a good sign. Sometimes you see a dip when AF is about to start. Hoping you stay up there and that you're blessed with that BFP in around ten days. Keep us posted and truckloads of Baby Dust ur way!

[chrisdaniel]

Well I went for my BT this morning won't have any answers until this afternoon, I am really hoping I wasn't mislead by all the tests I have been taking at home, and if I get a BFP, I just really hope the numbers are good, this was our last month as well before we were moving on to IVF!  Baby dust to all, and sticky baby dust to all with the BFP!!

[grissco]

Ok it's official, I started my pd. The hpt's were correct. I had iui done on July 12, Im truely disapponted!! It's our first iui so I was kinda expecting it.  I hosted my nieces 10th birthday party yesterday, I had cramps all day and felt so upset I could not even enjoy my self. We will be trying agian in October or as soon as my dh thinks it's a good time to do it agian.
Good luck to all lots of baby dust your way and congrats to all bfp!!  

[Heather5]

Chrisdaniel: A line is a line, no matter ho faint…so I’d say CONGRATS!!!! Best of luck today! I hope you get a good, strong number!

Vrgsmom: Oh, no…I’m so sorry to hear about your loss! My heart truly goes out to you and your family... I had to have a D&C after my first miscarriage too. Same thing…not heartbeat, but my body was still holding on to the pregnancy. I hope you get blessed with another BFP very soon! HUGS!

Trying2conceive: Best of luck with your blood test today! Remember PMS symptoms and pregnancy symptoms can be very similar, and some women won’t get a positive home test until they’re periods are actually late. So hopefully, you’ll get some good news today! By the way, how many days past IUI are you?

BabyMamas: Yay! You’re on your way to that BFP!!!! How did your first two days of injectables go? Can’t wait to hear your progress after your next appointment later this week! Oh, and yeah, I’ll definitely post as soon as I get back on Friday… You know what, though? Lately, I keep thinking it’s a girl. Not really sure why…I just find myself thinking “she” and “her” when referring to the baby. Hmmmm! I guess we’ll find out on Friday ;-)

Bfromthed: I agree with BabyMamas…might as well try the temping! It’s a little bit harder to interpret your temps when you don’t have the full cycle as a reference. But generally, you just want the temps to remain in the same (higher) range for a BFP. Oh, and by the way, 18 is a great progesterone number!!!

Mwhitcomb: Oooooh, that sounds very promising! Cramping AND spotting!!! Keep us posted, OK? Oh, and congrats on your graduation!

Cwolf: I’m so glad everything went well with your FET last week. Sending you tons and tons of SSBD for a tiny little bean or two ;-)

Poeticnicky: I noticed you’re already CD9 this cycle, so maybe this will be your month! So, your plan is to try naturally for a few cycles then? Either way, I hope you get your BFP very soon! SSBD!

Wendy: Oh, Wendy! I’m so sorry your DB feels that way. I’m sure he was a GREAT support to you during your cycle, and he should not feel responsible at all for what happened. Take your time, both of you, to grieve…and don’t feel like you need to talk about the next step until you’re ready… HUGS!

A_Muse4U: How did it go on Thursday? Still hoping for some good news!

Kramik: Four follies sound great! Let us know how it goes today!

Kdm: How are things going with you?

Grissco: I’m so sorry about stupid AF! It’s always such a letdown when she decides to rear her ugly head! I hope you get to see those two little lines very soon! Will you be trying naturally for the next few months then…or just taking a break until October?

Patience, Hruffo, Sahiti & Lisa:
Let me know what your due dates are and I’ll add them to the list!

Twinmom, Ree & Bncytigger: Any news?


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BFPs:
Mona: EDD 11-17-09
Kellym: EDD 11-27-09
tab6171975: EDD ??
Melandyb: EDD 12-16-09 (triplets!)
Heather: EDD 12-30-09 (IVF)
Agini: EDD 1-1-10 (IVF)
sunshine: EDD ??  (IVF) (multiples!)
beingstrong: EDD ??  
prayingforbaby: EDD 1-24-10 (FET)
Quinns momma:  EDD 2-8-10
June72: EDD 2-9-10 (IVF) (twins!)
MGS: EDD 2-9-10 (IVF)
Shellbell: EDD 2-10-10 (IVF)
smahoney: EDD 2-17-09 (IVF)
mommyoftwo: EDD 2-20-10  
Patience: BFP!
Hruffo: BFP! (IVF)
Sahiti: BFP!
Lisa: BFP!  

Chrisdaniel: BFP! Waiting for beta results
A_Muse4U: BFP (DET), but bleeding :-(

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trying2conceive: ? dpiui, beta today!
mwhitcomb: 10 dpt, FET
bfromthed: 9 dpo, gonal-f/menopur
Looking4ablessing: 6 dpt, IVF
cwolf: 4 dpt, FET

Kristine: CD37
Jamie: CD25
Mama1981: CD19
Kdm: CD16, Natural cycle
Kramik: CD15
Poeticnicky: CD9
grissco: CD1

Silapooh: Started lupron on 6-27, DET scheduled for July
Mypleatogod: IVF scheduled for July
BabyMamas: Start stims 7-25, IVF retrieval around 8-5
KellyD: Start stims 7-31, IVF retrieval around 8-10
Fairyzduzt: Started lupron on 7-13, IVF scheduled for August
Pearl: IVF scheduled for September
Twinsdesires: Start stims on July 17, FET the following month.
Pebbles: FET scheduled for September
KIBBLES: On b/c, starting new IVF cycle soon

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Wendy: Miscarriage :-(
vrgsmom: Miscarriage :-(

Angeldream: BFN, waiting to start new cycle
Devistated: BNF, waiting to start new cycle
sotired: BFN, waiting to start a new cycle

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Need updated info:
Twinmom, Ree, Bncytigger, Turtle, Wannahaveababy, Jessime, Lilyanne, Mommica, toni81, Jennifer, Baby4Shellbie, Beth, Susannah

[bfromthed]

Thanks for the update...you know I know my bidy and i have started having chills (which is a negative sign for me because I pms for about 7-10 days before af)..usually cold nose and hands have always been bfn for us and for the last 2 days I have been on the cold side... :( I will start doing temps today and since Im at work I will probably draw my own progestrone to see if it has went down...I will post numbers when I get them :)

[Quinns momma]

Hi all I just wanted to pop on and see how everyone is doing. I am now 12w1d and going for my NT u/s and labs on Wed.  Wish us luck. I am sure everything is fine with the baby tho. I will post an update when I have the results.

congrats on the new BFP's
and TONS of stick baby dust to those ttc or in the 2ww.

[chrisdaniel]

Thnaks for the support and help getting through th 2ww once again. Well I guess third time is a charm, after this we were going to IVF, but I got my bw back today and confirmed BFP++++++++++. We are very happy, relieved, scared, and cautious. We won't truly be able to start believing this until the heartbeat, and I will probably tell friends and family after 12 weeks. Go back on Wed, will keep everyone posted.
Praying always for all of us ttc,BFP'S, and all those who unfortunately had heartache.
You are all in my heart and prayers, and not only have I been constantly thinking about my own 2ww, but I feel like I have come to know alot of you so well, that now I am also thinking about your 2ww, too. Good Luck. Sticky baby dust to all of us!

[Quinns momma]

Congrats! I am so very happy for you!  Wishing you a happy and healthy 9 months.

[Heather5]

Chrisdaniel: Yay! I'm so glad you got your BFP confirmed today!!! Congrats again!

Quinns momma: Best of luck on Wednesday! I'm sure everything will look fine!

bfromthed: I really hope the chills are just a random coincidence. Let us know what your new progesterone levels are. By the way, you're one tough chick, drawing your own blood!

[bfromthed]

Quinns: Glad to hear from you...keep us posted on beenies progress!!

Chris: Congrats to you mommy! Keep us posted  with numbers and wising you a happy healthy 40 wks!

ALL: I had my progestrone checked today and it went from  18.1 (3 days ago) to 6.0 today so I guess the game is all over for us this month...I think Im ready to throw in the towel things are too expensive with DH losing his job and us not being able to afford  the IVF...so Good luck to you all God Bless you and I will check in every now and then....

[Quinns momma]

I am so sorry to hear about your levels. I think about you often!  (hugs)  I know it will happen for you.

[prayingforpatience]

I'm close to the end of my 2ww.  I am 13dpiui and got a BFN this morning.  It was our first one and didn't know what to expect.  It has been nice to see all the success stories and find out all the stuff we didn't know.  Good luck to all!!!