Calling All Women of Strength!!!

[mommyin10]

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 =)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: 4/20/2009 Sahana was born! Congrats :)
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 - 36 weeks!
Stacey: BFP!!! 30 weeks!!! (u/s 7/7) C-section 8/12!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 25 weeks & It's a girl!!! =)
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 14 weeks!!! (appt 7/14 & 7/28)!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 6 Weeks!!!
Looloo: BFP!!! (1st u/s Today!)

Keyan: Will ttc again after only 2 more Lupron shots! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal & looking for a new RE!

Rachjas: Transfer Wednesday or Thursday!!!
Mommyin10: Continuing Lupron & stims. b/w today; u/s & b/w Thurs.
kmcarino: On bcps & Lupron

Naf: Awaiting AF...

ad_06:  CD1!
Hannah: CD6 (appt tomorrow)
Pyar: CD10
Lina: CD18
mrspace: CD18
Candie: CD30
jmh2005: CD30
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Well, my blood test today showed my estrogen at 265.  The nurse said it's good 'cause it shows I'm responding to the meds, but because it's over 200, they want me to come in for an u/s in the morning.  They said it's nothing to worry about, but in the back of my head I'm thinking it's gonna be too high & my cycle will be canceled...  Hopefully I'll check in with good news afterwards ;)

rachjas:  It sounds like your little embies are growing well! =)  I'm sure it's a little stressful not knowing when your transfer will be, but hopefully you'll have some answers tomorrow!  How are you feeling?

Stacey:  Thanks!  I'll be updating with u/s results tomorrow instead.  I have an appt in the morning...

ad_06:  Yay for AF! ;)  I'm glad she finally showed & you can move on with a regular cycle.  Sorry about your dad! ;(

mrspace:  Hang in there!  If I remember correctly, sometimes you'll O later when taking clomid.  Keep up the bd'ing! =)

[mrspace24]

Good morning everyone.  I got my +opk on cd22.  So according to my chart on here, I'm 4dpo.  That sounds about right.  I got to BD Friday, saturday, and sunday.  I think our chances are good.  The O pain was kickin' my but.  My chart looks amazing, but I'm not sure how much of it is true.  I have an absolutely TERRIBLE chest cold.  My mom thinks it might be the start of pneumonia, but I don't know about that.  I just have a TERRIBLE cough deep in my chest and I feel awful.  We'll see though.  Either way I'm pretty happy.  I O'd so we might get a bfp this month.  If I don't, I O'd late enough that my doctor will up my dose of clomid.  So overall I'm just happy!

[mommyin10]

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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 =)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! Congrats :)
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 - 37 weeks!
Stacey: BFP!!! 31 weeks!!! (u/s Tuesday) C-section 8/12!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 26 weeks & It's a girl!!! =)
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 15 weeks!!! (appt 7/14 & 7/28)!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 7 Weeks!!! (u/s Thurs!)
Looloo: BFP!!! (twins?!?)

Keyan: Will ttc again after only 2 more Lupron shots! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal & looking for a new RE!

Mommyin10: Continuing Lupron. u/s & b/w today!
kmcarino: On bcps & Lupron

ad_06:  CD7
Jmh2005:  CD11
Candie:  CD12
Hannah: CD12
Pyar: CD16
Lina: CD24
mrspace: CD24  
Naf:  CD35

Rachjas:  3dp6dt!!! (beta Friday!)
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Looloo:  Congrats on having your first u/s!  That is very exciting =)  Let's hope & pray your two little babies can hang on tight & thrive.  Best wishes to you & I hope you feel better soon!  Take care =)

[pyar]

happy 4th of july to all you guys across the pond

[looloo86]

hi everyone. couldn\t post before now.

well, had my first US on the 1st and they found twins...but dont get too happy coz there's something called the vanishing twin syndrome which is apparently very common. so have to scan next month to confirm for sure.

meanwhile, dh is home. i throw up about 5 to 6 times a day so they started me on meds. and on the meds, i still throw up twice everyday. last night i got admitted in the hospital and had to spend the night coz i fainted.

hope things look up soon. really weak these days so dont know when i'll post again.

once again, thanx for all of ur support. all the best to all of you. you're all in my prayers!!

[mommyin10]

Hello, everyone!  I hope you're all having a Happy 4th! =)  I'm relaxing at home, feeling really crampy.  My u/s went well today.  My follies are 13-16mm's & my lining is 5.  My lining has never been thicker than 5, even on the day of O (iui), so I'm hopeful that because it's 5 at CD9, it'll still get thicker :)  So, I had yet another blood test today & my nurse called to say not to take my Follistim tonight or my Menopur tomorrow, but to keep taking my Lupron.  Since it was just a message she left, I'm not sure why, but I'll find out tomorrow because I have another u/s and b/w! :)  The doc today estimated my retrieval would be Wed., so we'll see!  She also told me that if I'm feeling crampy, not to exercise, do crunches or go for a walk.  So, I'm just resting.  We're going to BBQ tonight & luckily it's just dh, the "kids" and I =)  Well, have a wonderful weekend!!!

[mommyin10]

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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 =)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: 4/20/2009 Sahana was born! Congrats :)
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 - 37 weeks!
Stacey: BFP!!! 31 weeks!!! (u/s Tuesday) C-section 8/12!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 26 weeks & It's a girl!!! =)
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 15 weeks!!! (appt 7/14 & 7/28)!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 7 Weeks!!! (u/s 7/9!)
Looloo: BFP!!!

Keyan: Will ttc again after only 2 more Lupron shots! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal & looking for a new RE!

Mommyin10: Continuing Lupron & stims, u/s & b/w TODAY!
kmcarino: On bcps & Lupron

ad_06:  CD6
Jmh2005:  CD10
Candie:  CD11
Hannah: CD11
Pyar: CD15
Lina: CD23
mrspace: CD23  
Naf:  CD34

Rachjas:  2dp6dt!!! (beta Friday!)
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Rachjas:  I'm so happy to hear that everything went well & you have such a short "tww"!  :)  I wish you all my best & can't wait to hear your BFP news!!!

Happy 4th of July, everyone!!! =)

[rachjas0623]

Sry I have been missing. Relaxing as much as possible. Here's a quick update. Transfer went well...it was kind of silly at one point...My RE kept saying "everything looks backward!" Come to find out... after a few mintues... the nurse who was doing the ultrasound had the wand backwards! lol. After that got situated.. all went fine!

Anyway, we transferred 2 blasts (both 1.0 --highest grade)!!! They are beautiful! I started crying when they showed me the picture. They were also able to freeze 2 other blasts yesterday and I just got a call from them today that another one made it to freeze today! So, I have a total of 3!!

Beta is Friday morning at a local lab. Last time I used this lab, I got the call from my clinic mid-afternoon. So, one week from today!

Everyone- I am thinking of all you no matter where you are in your journeys. I want to thank you all for your continuing support, prayer and well wishes.

[mommyin10]

It's great to hear from you!  I'm glad you're being monitored & you have a nice, big follie ready to O!  That is exciting =)  Have a wonderful time away & enjoy your 4th of July!!!

[candie429]

Hey there ladies!!

First of all, I am so sorry that I haven't posted in a while.  Sometimes life gets crazy I guess and it feels like we've just had one thing after another going on these past few weeks.  My back is feeling better, but still hurting at times, so the doctor is sending me for some therapy to try to stetch/strengthen it.  

Fertility-wise, I am having ultrasounds done this cycle to monitor my ovulation process.  I've had to be at the hospital every day at 7am!  Bad thing was, I got there at 7 today and since it was a holiday weekend, they couldn't do it until 10!  Ugh, no one told me, so I had to drive the whole way home (20 minutes each way) and then drive back later.  The good news is, I have one nice follie that is about 2cm, so they think I should O soon!  We're also going away for the weekend, so it's perfect timing!  There is a town about 2 hours away that we love and they have great fireworks tomorrow, so we're really excited for that.

Well, again, I am so sorry for being MIA lately.  I'll check in when we get back on Sunday and be sure to catch up on all of you.  I hope all you pregnant ladies are feeling great and growing bigger!  :)  I hope our IVF ladies are having success!  And I hope the rest of you are all doing well too.  Take care, and hope you all have a great holiday weekend!  :)

[mommyin10]

Dnikki:  Happy 7 Weeks!!!  Sorry, I'll update you tomorrow ;)  

Stacey:  Happy 31 Weeks =)  I'm sure your floors are looking amazing!  I hope you're holding up okay at your parents house.  Thinking of you! ;)

[mommyin10]

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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 =)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: 4/20/2009 Sahana was born! Congrats :)
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 - 36 weeks!
Stacey: BFP!!! 31 weeks!!! (u/s Tuesday) C-section 8/12!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 26 weeks & It's a girl!!! =)
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 15 weeks!!! (appt 7/14 & 7/28)!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 6 Weeks!!! (u/s 7/9!)
Looloo: BFP!!!

Keyan: Will ttc again after only 2 more Lupron shots! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal & looking for a new RE!

Mommyin10: Continuing Lupron & stims, u/s & b/w TODAY!
kmcarino: On bcps & Lupron

ad_06:  CD5
Jmh2005:  CD9
Hannah: CD10
Pyar: CD14
Lina: CD22
mrspace: CD22
Candie: CD34....We miss YOU!!!
Naf:  CD34 - Welcome Back :)

Rachjas:  1dp6dt!!!
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[leighanne143]

luvkayln- dogs always act up at the worst possible time.  i love pitts.  i had an american pittbull terrior growing up and he was the best dog anyone could ever have.  i hated when people turned a cold shoulder to him because of his breed when in all honesty he was better behaved than there lill old lady dog.  
getting the girls fixed is key because if one of them is in heat then they are moody and will snap at each other.  how is everything else going?  how are you feeling?
jaedyn is great, growing so fast.  i am going to try to post a funny pic of him sticking his tongue out, hes like a gene simmons in training.

[mommyin10]

JMH2005:  It's good to hear from you, but I'm so sorry you weren't treated nicely by your RE's office ;(  That su cks!  I think you should definitely search for someone else in your area.  They should really be much more understanding.  Hang in there! ;)

luvkayln:  OMG, I'm sorry about the fight! ;(  I'm sure that was scary & stressful being alone.  I'm glad they're okay & that's a great idea to get them fixed.  Relax tonight & no more stress for you! :)  I will for sure ask about my lining & I'll update after my appt.  We reduced the Follistim again tonight, to 100 iu's.  My estrogen was 1230.  I'm glad they're monitoring me so closely.  I feel like all's well =)  You have a great time this weekend with dh & baby ;)

Hannah:  Sorry your appt didn't go so well.  I hope you get your letter soon & some answers so you can move forward.  I know it's frustrating.  Just hang in there! :)

Rachjas:  Congrats on your transfer!!!  Let's do the "stick, babies, stick" cheer! =)  Take care & best wishes!!!

[luvkayln]

Hey girls! OMG, my dogs (the pitts) just got into a HORRIBLE fight while I was outside playing with all 4 of them with frizzbee's! It was bad b/c I was the only one here, and I had to drag them inside to get them to quit so I could hurry up and shut one in the bathroom just to get them to let go! :( It was bad you guys!! So, they're getting fixed next week! I can't have this around my child!!!! And you know what's crazy?! They only fight when I'm pregnant! I think seriously they can sense my hormones from the pregnancy, and it makes them b*tchy towards each other. They hadn't fought yet since I've been pregnant with this baby, but I'm not doing this and this has been long time coming anyways to get them fixed. They really are VERY good girls you guys, so please don't generolize (sp?) b/c they're pitts, ok? They're very good with kids, it's just weird they only act this way when I'm pregnant!! Anyway, I called Sean all out of breath, and told them it was time and it's happening next week to get them fixed, and he completely agrees. He was more worried about me sitting down and getting a drink and calming down, and of course I did, but I was concerned b/c I still hadn't checked them out to see if they were hurt and get them cleaned up. They're both fine though, Ava has a cut on her eye and that's about it. Anyway, I just had to vent...

Mommyin10- Thanks! You almost set me back a week on this pregnancy! lol ;) I can't believe 15 weeks is already here! I feel like Stacey was just here and we were so excited that she was almost half way done! :) Congrats on all the follies, and good luck at your u/s on Sat!! I'll be sure and check in on Sunday when we get home and see how everything is! Be sure and get your lining measurements too, k? ;) That's SO awesome ER will be next week! Gosh, that's just right around the corner, and then we'll be anxious to hear about your embies every day until they're ready for transfer!!! :)

Rachjas- I saw your mood, and congrats on getting 2 transferred!!! That's perfect! ;) Were you able to freeze any? Try and take these next few days easy and stay relaxed as possible! When's your beta?

Keyan- Thanks for the note! :) We're definately excited to go and have US time for once! :) It's important for your relationship, ya know? Life just gets so busy sometimes, so it's nice to be able to have a weekend to ourselves... Thanks for updating our thread for us today! :) Enjoy your weekend!!

Jmh2005- Thank you! :) I'm sorry your RE is being so unsupportive of you and dh! :( I would definately try on your own for a while, and in the mean time, find another RE near you who will not give up on you guys! Gosh, we tried for a year with our RE and he never once gave up, so there's hope out there and doctor's who really care about their job, and they put their heart into their job than those who just do it for a paycheck! Good luck, and quit staying gone for so long! ;)

Leighanne- I hope Jaedyn has a great first 4th of July!!! :)

Mrspace- That +OPK is on it's way, don't worry! :) That's crazy they don't want you to bring any "baby" stuff this weekend! I'm glad you will still do it, b/c you wouldn't want to miss your O time!

Well girls, I'll check in on Sunday and I'll be able to upload some new belly pics! Beware, b/c I'll have a 2 piece on! ;) I love wearing 2 piece's when I'm pregnant so I can really show off the belly!! :) Have a great weekend!!!!

[hannah1505]

hey all of you i have been so ill and down and busy lol :)

my doctor apt wasnt the best she said you have high testosetrone dont worry ( oh no problem cuz i never worry about ttc u go home have a good night sleep with ur family :@) your apt for the specialist will be soon. i said i havnt recived a letter she said dont worry it should be soon arrggghhhh.
I suffer with anxiety but its been thru the roof this week been so ill
also in england there r 3000 swine flu cases and were smaller than 1 state and there saying 100.000 ppl will get it every day in august wtf get the injection sorted then so convienient how this came out in a recesion and the cure will be found in september time ryt after the out break makes me so mad GRRRRR.

on the good side me and my girls are out on the town sat its b4 o so i am gonna have fun :)

How are you all


Mommyin10 And Rachjas GOood Luck :)

[leighanne143]

hey ladies.  quick check in.  glad many of you are progressing and have IVF's set up and growing follies.

i started my new job yesterday and its a little hectic but not too bad.  i have to run and make dinner and do the family stuff but i am going to try to catch up this weekend and write some individual notes to people.

[jmh2005]

Ooops I am CD 8 too I forgot to update!

[jmh2005]

Hey girls! I feel terrible I have not checked inwith you girls in ages. I am really down lately I called my RE today to tell them we are taking a break and they were rude. I asked if there wasa different plan we could do that was not so expensive or somethingbefore we move on to injectibles and the receptionist said she doubts it. First of all who are you? And wha gives you the education to tellme this?

Basically I feel like this office is givig up on me so we are just going to try naturally for a while and see where it leads us. Ill be researching more RE's in my area I am close to Pittsburgh so I am sure there are more doctors who wouldn't give up on us after just 10 months of going.

Congrats to luvkayln on your second trimester.

Good luck to everyone and I will be posting now more often.

[mommyin10]

Oops! Happy 15 Weeks!!!!

[mommyin10]

Happy 14 Weeks!!! Enjoy your camping trip :-)

[mommyin10]

Keyan: Thank you for updating our thread! :)

I had a late start this morning & then had to leave early for my appt! My follies are growing well. I have lots of 10mm & 11mm's on both sides. My doc estimated my retrieval to be Tuesday, possibly Monday! I have another u/s & b/w on Saturday, so I'll know more then. I had a blood test also & may lower my dose again depending on the results. So far, so good! :)

Rachjas: I'm thinking of you today! Can't wait to hear your update :) Were you told not to bd close to your retrieval date? I remember hearing something like that many months ago, but nothing was said today, so I just wondered what your instructions were ;) Anyway, take care & update when you're rested & ready :)

Mrspace: You're getting close! Good luck :) Did you decide to go back to the doctor re: your car accident?

[Keyan]

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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 =)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: 4/20/2009 Sahana was born! Congrats :)
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 - 36 weeks!
Stacey: BFP!!! 30 weeks!!! (u/s 7/7) C-section 8/12!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 26 weeks & It's a girl!!! =)
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 15 weeks!!! (appt 7/14 & 7/28)!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 6 Weeks!!! (u/s 7/9!)
Looloo: BFP!!!

Keyan: Will ttc again after only 2 more Lupron shots! =)
Guesito: Planning to have a tubal reversal & looking for a new RE!

Rachjas: Transfer TODAY!!!
Mommyin10: Continuing Lupron & stims, u/s & b/w TODAY!
kmcarino: On bcps & Lupron

ad_06:  C4
Hannah: CD9
Pyar: CD13
Lina: CD21
mrspace: CD21
Candie: CD33....We miss YOU!!
jmh2005: CD33
Naf:  CD33 - Welcome Back :)
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Good Morning Everyone...Mommyin10 is having a busy day today.

Mommyin10: Good luck today!!

Rachjas: We are all thinking of you, hoping for a save and successful transfer!!!

MrSpace: Come on O!!! it sounds like is is real close!!

[mrspace24]

Good morning everyone.  cd21 and I got another -opk.  The O pain is horrendous.  I just hope that I O soon.  I leave this afternoon for my big family thing, and I'm NOT looking forward to it.  I'm already getting yelled at and I'm not even there. It's called Cousin Camp and it's just the cousins and granny and papa.  Well, there is a no cell phone rule this year.  Well that won't work for me.  My boss has to be able to get ahold of me since we have seminars coming up.  And I got a lecture last night about not bring any of my "baby stuff' (opks, temp stuff, charts) and not talking about baby stuff because it's inappropriate.  Well, I have to keep up my temps and opks so they can just get over it.   Whatever.  That's just me being cranky this morning.

I'm feeling better than I was yesterday with the car accident stuff.  I have a nasty bruise on my chest because my seatbelt didn't lock like it was supposed to and I hit the steering wheel.  I have a headache, but the doctor yesterday said I didn't have a concussion.   DH thinks I should go back in now that I am having headaches. We'll see.  

I hope you all are doing GREAT!  I can't wait to catch up with you all after this weekend.

[luvkayln]

Good morning! :)

Rachjas- Thinking of you today!! Go home and rest, and then update us on how everything went! Good luck! :) (Stick, baby(ies), stick!!!!!)  ;)

Mommyin10- Thinking of you today as well! ;) Can't wait to hear about your progress!

Candie- How are you doing? We miss you! ;)

Well, we didn't get any shopping done last night! I came home and checked on you guys, and then took a 3 hour long nap! So of course I'm up at the crack of dawn this morning! ;) I'm going in to work an hour early though so I can leave an hour early and get everything finished as far as food shopping, and then we'll be all set to leave in the morning! :) If I don't check back in, I hope everyone has a great Independence Day weekend!! :)