Getting to Know You

[aferny77]

Well ladies - since we'll all be camping out here the next 9 months or so, I'd love to get to know everyone a little better. So, I stole this from another forum. :) Feel free to add your info. I'll ask for this to be added as a sticky post, so we can at least track our due dates here.

Location - Ontario, Canada
ME - Andrea
Why did you chose your screen name? A combo of my first initial, part of my last name, and my birth year
What I Do - Global Process Manager for a technology company
Significant Other (SO) - Andrew
What he does - Manages client reporting systems for a real estate company
DD - Abbie (6)
DS - John (12)
Pets - none
Hobbies - soccer (well, not anymore), reading

BFP Date: December 9, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I put a bow on the test and gave it to him when he got home that night
Due Date - August 7, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 3
Gender Guess: Boy
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends, my boss, and all of you guys. :)
Any names picked out yet? We think so...Isabella (Ella) or William (Liam)
What's your TTC Story? We were letting nature take its course after we miscarried at 11 weeks in September. And voila - here we are.

[kaprovea]

Location - Michigan
ME - Amanda
Why did you chose your screen name? last name and first initial
What I Do - Special Ed teacher
Significant Other (SO) - Matt
What he does - MBA student
Pets - Buster- 4 and Daisy- 1 both dogs
Hobbies - reading, sewing and scrapbooking

BFP Date: December 1
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? He was there when I took the test
Due Date - August 9, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - yes
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: Girl
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close friends
Any names picked out yet? Boy- Jack or Jackson
What's your TTC Story? After many let downs with IVF and hyperstimulating we did FET.  We transferred two embies and got pregnant the first time.

[drmwvrjean]

i think this is a wonderful idea, aferny!!  kudos to you!!



Location - Montana
ME - Jeannie
Why did you chose your screen name? it is actually my nickname from growing up!!
What I Do - stay at home mom and wife
Significant Other (SO) - Gene
What he does - he is a construction contractor, working as a sub for another outfit right now
DD - Makenzie and Jessica ages 4 and 5
DS - Tristen and Joe ages 6 and 15 (Joesph and Jess are my step-children)
Pets - lol, 2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 guinea pigs
Hobbies - writing, reading and the computer

BFP Date: December 21, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I wrapped it up as an "early Christmas present"
Due Date - August 24, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 5
Gender Guess: i am swayed towards a girl, because as a close friend put it, "you talk about is this baby being a girl"
Have you told anyone yet? yes, most of our family and close friends
Any names picked out yet? not yet
What's your TTC Story? well we were not expecting another baby, but are happy about it....i suffered 2 m/c's within a year so we are still pretty scared about it happening again, but are keeping positive thoughts and an attitude!!


congrats to all of you!!  i will keep you and your families in my prayers!!!  xxxxx

[Dani711]

aferny- WELCOME!  And this is such a good way to get to know each other...thanks and congrats on your pregnancy!

Location -Idaho
ME - Danielle
Why did you chose your screen name? first name/year I was born
What I Do - help run our fence company and partner in team-roping productions co.
Significant Other (SO) - Bryan
What he does - owner of fence company
Pets - Dog, Jackpot
Hobbies - riding horses, reading, painting

BFP Date: Nov 6
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? brought it with his lunch to work to verify if it was really a bfp
Due Date - August 3, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - yes
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: ????? boy????
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, everyone
Any names picked out yet? Boy- Colter  Girl-Saige
What's your TTC Story? Lost a child in April due to abnormalities and finally preg after all those months OPKing

[jenntanis]

Location -  Bel Air, MD (north of Baltimore)
ME - Jenn
Why did you chose your screen name?  My nickname and my maiden name, also my screenname on AOL
What I Do - Registered Nurse Case Manager for insurance company
Significant Other (SO) - Mike
What he does - Senior Network Administrator for accounting firm (AKA computer guy)
Pets - Maggie (Beagle/Chow Mix, see my photos for a pic)
Hobbies - reading, watching sports, going to the Beach

BFP Date: December 18,2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I had taken a First Response test, and I wasn't sure if I was seeing things, so I took a digital, and he was holding it when "Pregnant" came up
Due Date - August 28, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: Hoping for boy
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, told family for christmas, told friends and extended family after first ultrasound
Any names picked out yet?  Matthew, John, Thomas for Boy, Catherine (nickname Casey) for girl
What's your TTC Story? Well, I had back surgery in Jan 2008, so I had to wait until the 6 month mark.  I went off of Birth control in September, and got BFP on 3rd month of trying!

So glad that someone started this tread!  Love getting to know everyone a little better!

[belana]

This is a great idea!  Thanks for taking the initiative.

Location - Yonkers, NY
ME - Kimberly
Why did you chose your screen name? Great female character on Star Trek, Deep Space Nine & liked the name
What I Do - attorney - partner in a small law firm in White Plains, NY
Significant Other (SO) - Stewart
What he does - controller of oil and gas company (accounting)
Child #: 1
Pets - none (beloved cat died last year)
Hobbies - reading, movies (used to be going out with friends for drinks)

BFP Date: December 5, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I called him from car after getting blood test at doctor's.  Had 3 biochems, so needed confirm from doctor after positive stick reading.
Due Date - August 19, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - not sure (I think once you find out, you stop living in the moment and start daydreaming about what your son or daughter will be like when they get older)
Does SO want to know the sex - He's not sure
Gender Guess: Boy
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, 4 family members and 2 close friends.  Waiting til 12th week to announce to everyone else, but I'm getting bigger and may not be able to hide it from people at work much longer
Any names picked out yet? Not yet for boy, but if it is a girl, I like kayle or sienna.
What's your TTC Story? We spent just over a year ttc.  Went through 3 biochem pregnancies that m/c within wks of conception.  Had 2 failed iui's then went for ivf. IVF was cancelled since I produced only 2 eggs, but luckily I got pregnant anyway and started on progesterone supplements right away (which may have been the problem all along). So far so good!!  9w5d. Going for ultrasound on Sat.

[lmcrt]

Location -  Chicago, IL
ME - Lisa
Why did you chose your screen name? My initials and creditentials
What I Do - Registered Respiratory therpaist
Significant Other (DH) - Brian
What he does - Firefighter/paramedic
Pets - Max the cat
Hobbies - Gosh nothing besides sleep now.

BFP Date: December something
How did you tell DH about your pregnancy? I went outside where he was working on the garden and said we're pregnant, my RE called.
Due Date - August 05, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - NOPE
Does DH want to know the sex - Yes initially but now he's good with not knowing
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: Thinking a girl
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, told everyone as soon as we found out.
Any names picked out yet?  Kyle or Kaden for a boy or Kylie or Alyssa or Journey for a girl.
What's your TTC Story? I have pcos had to do IVF.

[colorado_g]

Location - Denver, CO
ME - Karolina
Why did you chose your screen name? where i live
What I Do - for now i stay home.
Significant Other (SO) - Darek
What he does - owner of construction company
Pets - Dog - Junior
Hobbies - snowboarding (missing it this season)

BFP Date: beginning of december
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? i asked him what he thinks about the test since it was faint line and then we went to dr and i told him yes we are pregnant
Due Date - August 4 by lmp Agust 15 by ultrasound
Do you want to know the sex - yes
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: girl (also ring test show girl)
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, familly and couple close friends i was so exited so it was hard not to tell, espacially when everybody were wishing on christmas "get pregnant"   so i was " oh i am already"
Any names picked out yet? Boy- Jan (after my grandfather)  Girl- Agata (agatka) I  am polish so the names are polish pronanciations jan stands here for john
What's your TTC Story? We were trying for about 6 years i went from laparoskophy october and next month without trying i got pregnant what was a huge suprice for me , but i guess miracles do happened



Thanks for starting that , nice to know all of you, and good luck
Cheers to healthy pregnancy and healthy babies:)

[Jen8950]

Location - Charleston, South Carolina
ME - Jennifer
Why did you chose your screen name? my first name and favorite numbers
What I Do - Account Clerk
Significant Other (SO) - Derrick
What he does - Service Manager
DD -
DS - Sean (5)
Pets - an Oscar (fish)
Hobbies - reading

BFP Date: November 20, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I took a digiital test at work, I took a picture of it and text messaged it to him. He called me back immediately.
Due Date - August 4, 2009, but will have the baby the last week of July (c-section)
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #:2
Gender Guess: Not sure. Hoping for a girl this time.
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends, my boss, and all of you guys. :)
Any names picked out yet? Girl: Peyton Elizabeth or Cailee Peyton. Boy: no idea
What's your TTC Story? We were letting nature take its course after we miscarried back in April. and finally here i am 11 wks. i'll be 12 wks on tuesday.  :)

[martinsbride]

Location - Fort Walton Beach, Fl in another month.
ME - Stephanie
Why did you chose your screen name? Because in March I'll be marrying Martin
What I Do - Radiology Tech at the moment.  Looking forward to finding a nice office job in bookkeeping after I get out of the AF.
Significant Other (SO) - Martin
What he does - Lead Electrical Engineer
DD -
DS -
Pets - Fishies: Countessa and Leon, and Snow White and the seven Dwarves.
Hobbies - Yoga, rolling change (don't laugh - it relaxes me), watching movies, bowling

BFP Date: December 18, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I put the test in a plastic baggie and wrapped it up with a set of pacifiers.  Then I told him I had only gotten him one non-returnable gift for Christmas and I wanted him to open it before Christmas.
Due Date - August 19, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: Boy
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, family and close friends, my supervisor, my exes, pretty much everyone.
Any names picked out yet? None yet, but if it's a boy, I'd like to honor his father.
What's your TTC Story? I had gone off birth control and we were just going with what happened.  Didn't ever think I'd actually get pregnant.

[drmwvrjean]

i just had to post that it's so awesome reading your responses to the "questionaire"...i have really enjoyed logging on and to see what everyone has put!!  :)  blessings on your day!!  xxxx

[SoCalTricia]

This is a great idea! Okay...here's me:

Location - Southern California
ME - Tricia
Why did you chose your screen name? - I'm from So Cal and I'm Tricia! :-)
What I Do - Probation Officer
SO - Brandon
What he does - Carpenter
DD - Alexandra (Lexie) - 18
DS - Garrett - 9
Pets - 2 dogs, Buster and Frog
Hobbies - Riding my Harley, dirt bikes, sewing, reading, playing the piano, and I USED to love snowboarding, but can't do it this year!
BFP Date - 11/20/08
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? - Told him I had a surprise for him and showed him the test!
Due Date - August 5, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Definately!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 3
Gender Guess: Hoping for a boy.
Have you told anyone yet? - EVERYONE!
Any names picked out yet? - For a boy, Ian. No girls names yet.
What's your TTC Story? - We decided in September to try for a baby...thought it would take several months, so we figured we'd be married already (getting married in February). But...started trying in October and SURPRISE, pregnant in November!

[People_Person]

Location - SE Michigan
ME - Trudy
Why did you chose your screen name? Describes my profession
What I Do - HR Manager
Significant Other (SO) - Pat
What he does - Finance Manager
Pets - Dog
Hobbies - Reading pregnancy related books
BFP Date: December 21, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? He was there when I took the test
Due Date - August 28, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Yes
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child # 1
Gender Guess - Boy
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends
Any names picked out yet? Still working on it
What's your TTC Story? We began trying to get pregnant 12/1/2008 and by 12/21/08 we were!  Yikes, that was FAST!!

[jenkaye21]

Maryland
Jen
What I Do - teach
Significant Other (SO) - Clair
DD - Reygan (9)
DS - Jesse (6)
DS - Eli (3)
Pets - none
Hobbies - reading, camping, traveling (I wish!)

Due Date - August 2, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Child #: 4
Gender Guess: girl
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends, my boss, and all of you guys. :)
Any names picked out yet? not really

What's your TTC Story? Miscarried in September. Get pregnant immediately after.

[blueeyedtabbycat]

Location - Roseville,MN
ME - Tabitha
Why did you chose your screen name? I have blue eyes and my nick name is tabby
What I Do - stay at home mom
Significant Other (SO) - Jamison aka Jamie
What he does -Runs a repo company
DD -
DS - Tristan (7) Hunter (4) Dalton (4.5 months)
Pets - Asia (cat)
Hobbies - reading, cooking,

BFP Date: December 10, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy?  I just told him over the phone that he has super sperm, lol!
Due Date - August 21, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 4
Gender Guess: Boy, I dont want to be disappointed if its another boy so im just exspecting another boy (Im keeping my fingers crossed for a girl though:)
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, everyone!
Any names picked out yet? not a clue, we have ran out of boy names...........lol:)
What's your TTC Story?  Well it took us almost 2 years to get pregnant with our now 4 month old so against everyones wishs(doctors, family and friend) we skipped b/c. 7 weeks after he was born I had a hernia repair surgery and than started trying thinking it would take at least a year. Lo and behold we got pregnant the first month!! The new baby is due befor his 1st birthday!! WOW!!

[JAXX55]

well this is a good idea!

Location - Arizona
Me-Jane
Why did you choose screen name? - because its my name with the last two x'd out for anonymity, and 55 has always been a lucky # of mine
What do I do? - Stay at home mom\
Significant other - Christophe
What does he do? - Farm&Dairy
DS-Cody Jack "CJ"
DD-Aimee Quinn "Quinn"
Pets - Carlos(pit bull dog)
BFP-Dec.9,08
How did I tell SO I was Pg? on the phone
Due Date - Aug 16, 2009
Do I want to know the sex? FOR SURE!
Child # - 3
Gender Guess - I go back and forth but MOST chinese charts say boy, so I'll go with Boy
Have we told anyone yet? Yes, everyone knows(that we're pregnant)lol
Any names picket out? yes, but not positive just yet
TTC Story - After my last child(dd)in 2000, I got a Copper IUD, had it in for nearly 7 yrs. Had it out on 2/08 - got Pg in 3/08, mc'd 4/08, got pg again 12/08 and here we are!

[Li07]

Location - Australia (am i the only aussie? no wonder my timing is off sometimes)
ME- Lisa
Why did you choose screen name? - because its my nickname and 7 is my lucky number
What do I do? - Primary teacher
Significant other - Tony
What does he do? - Banking
Pets - no
BFP- Nov 24. 08
How did I tell SO I was Pg? I asked him to check the home tester
Due Date - Aug 3, 2009
Do I want to know the sex? Yes, but i think im guna wait
Child # - 1
Gender Guess - Boy
Have we told anyone yet? Yes, everyone knows(that we're pregnant). I'm hopeless with secrets! lol
Any names picket out? Boy-Luke? Girl- it changes daily
TTC Story - After trying for 8 months discovered i had PCOS and we did IVF

[2lilangels]

Location - California
ME - Christy
Why did you chose your screen name? From my 2 boys (2lilangels)
What I Do - Childrens Activity Coordinator at a private country club
Significant Other (SO) - Nick
What he does - Police Officer
DD - Nicky (4)
DS - Joe (3)
Pets -Hampster (whiskers)
Hobbies - soccer, gym, reading, preschool co-op parent, assistant coach for sons bball team.


How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? Took a pic and sent it to his phone with "surprise"
Due Date - Aug.23rd 2009
Do you want to know the sex - Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 3and 4 (twins)
Gender Guess: Boy and girl?!
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends, and all of you guys. :)
Any names picked out yet? No, not yet, have so many ideas...still waiting to get past 20 weeks!
What's your TTC Story? We have  2 boys and I had an iud in place after. We had it taken out in June, got pregnant soon after and had to have a d and c in october at 14.5 weeks due to the lack of heartbeat and it stopped growing at 12 weeks....now were 9 weeks pregnant with 2. Saw the heartbeats :)

[alexia226]

Location - monroe, ny
ME - alexis
Why did you chose your screen name? alexia - variation on my name
What I Do -marketing director for a professional development company
Significant Other (SO) - brendan
What he does - promotions coordinator for toys r us
DD - sienna (16 months)
Pets - none yet - waiting a few years to get a dog
Hobbies - traveling, reading, watching really bad vh1 shows

BFP Date: December 11, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? sent him a picture of the positive pregnancy test on his cell phone
Due Date - August 18, 2009 - but scheduled c-section for august 11 @ 9:30am
Do you want to know the sex - we have to find out...just like last time (thanks to my being a carrier of fragile x - need more invasive tests if it's a boy)
Does SO want to know the sex - yup
Child #: 2
Gender Guess: girl
Have you told anyone yet? family & friends - and a few people at work
Any names picked out yet? we can't really agree on any we LOVE - on the list for a boy: mason or xander...and maybe kayla for a girl, i really like jaide too.
What's your TTC Story? we decided to toss the condoms & see what happens in the beginning of november...it happened! =)

[bella12793]

ME - Bella
Why did you choose your screen name? My middle name  
What I Do – Outside services for one of RR Company
Significant Other (SO) - James
What he does – Software Engineering aka Computer guy ( we work for the same company)
Pets – Asia ( a black pug)
Hobbies – Surf internet, listening music, gardening, cooking

BFP Date: December 24, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I took a test, put it in the envelope and gave it to him; I told him this is his early Christmas present.
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Due Date – August 30, 2009
Do you want to know the sex- Absolutely!
Does SO want to know the sex- Yes
Child #: 1
Gender Guess: Not sure. Girl or Boy is a bless!
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, my sister and brother and my husband best friend family, I am waiting until 12 weeks to tell my friends and my boss!
Any names picked out yet? Not yet
What's your TTC Story? We have been trying to ttc for 2, 5 years after 5 failed IUI, and finally went to IVF last Sept, it was failed too, and we were taking a break and ready to do FET on Jan/Feb 2009 when we found out the day before Christmas, we pregnant naturally!!! It was a shocked!! Thank you Lord!!! Miracle does happen!!

[freya25]

Location - Knightbridge, London UK
ME - Freya-Grace
Why did you chose your screen name? My name & age when I joined
What I Do - Fashion make-up artist
Significant Other (SO) - Married to Oliver
What he does - Stock Broker
DD - n/a
DS - n/a
Pets - 2 hamsters called Nigella & Marmaduke & A ginger cat called George.
Hobbies - Fashion design, writing poetry & keeping fit!

BFP Date: December 19, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? We did the test together :)
Due Date - August 22, 2009-But probably earlier as we have 3 waiting to pop!
Do you want to know the sex - Not sure but as we have 3 to plan for we might just have to!
Does SO want to know the sex - He wants what I want! Ahhhh!
Child #: 1 oh and 2 n 3! lol!
Gender Guess: Girl Girl Boy
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends, my boss, and all of you guys. :)
Any names picked out yet? We have a few- Theo/Beau/Ethan/Oscar-Boy & Faith/Saffron/Imogen/Ava-Grace/Isabella/Ruby/Scarlet/Hermione-girl erm I think we have too many names???
What's your TTC Story? We had been trying to conceive for over 5 years. We started on clomid In september-We found it difficult mainly down to me having endometriosis :( Anyway so we found out we were pregnant in December & found out we were having triplets in early January :o!!!!!!!!!!!
Great to meet you all xXx

[mtbakerboarder]

Location - Mount Vernon, WA (70 miles north of Seattle and 70 miles South of Canandian border)
ME - Lori
Why did you chose your screen name? I have snowboarded at Mt Baker, Wa for years!  But not this year, hahaha
What I Do - Courtroom Clerk for Superior Court
Significant Other (SO) - Aaron
What he does - Metal Fabricator on BIG yahts
No kids, this is our first.  Just 3 cats
Hobbies - reading, tv, true crime shows

BFP Date: Thanksgiving day 11-27-08
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? He saw results of test immediately!
Due Date - August 2, 2009
Do you want to know the sex - No...  It's one of life's little surprises!
Does SO want to know the sex - No
Child #: !
Gender Guess: I don't know, hahaha!
Have you told anyone yet? We told our immediate families at Christmas.  Now that I am 12 weeks I told my work and the rest of the world last Thursday.
Any names picked out yet? I can't think that far ahead
What's your TTC Story? Married for 14 years, decided to go to infertility clinic in March 2008.  All our testing came back normal.  So we did 4 round of Clomid with IUI and the 4th one took!!  Yippee!

We are very excited!

[drmwvrjean]

congrats, ladies!!  :)  as i said above, i love reading all of your stories!!  thanks for sharing!!  best of luck and best wishes!! xxxxxxxxxx

[Seas27]

Location - Tenino, Wa 20 mins outside of Olympia, state capital.
ME - Season
Why did you chose your screen name? Half of my name and then my age :) Super creative.
What I Do - Pharmacy Tech, and manage a beauty supply store
Significant Other (SO) - Fred
What he does - Construction, heavy equipment
Kids- We have a 6 year old boy, and baby makes 2
Hobbies - Shopping lol, hanging with my fam, taking walks with the doggies:), and singing.

BFP Date- Nov. 17th
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? He was home with me, analizing the results:)
Due Date - July 31st
Do you want to know the sex - Heck yes I do! I need to know. Too hard to prepare:)
Does SO want to know the sex - yes
Child #: 2
Gender Guess- My early prediction was a girl. I think it's a girl too, but you never know.
Have you told anyone yet? Everyone and their mom knows!! I am horrible with secrets.
Any names picked out yet? Girl: Katherine Lynne after husbands mom that passed, and middle name is mine and my mom's first name. Boy: I have no idea.
What's your TTC Story? Our first was an opps I am pregnant at 20 years old, so we waited awhile for baby number 2. When we decided to try in July '07 I found out I had PCOS which made it hard for me to concieve. Needless to say it took 15 months, but we did it!!!

[tiredbuthappy]

Location - NJ
ME - Kristina
Why did you chose your screen name? i think it explains itself :)
What I Do - pre-k teacher
What he does - pharmacist
DD - Sara (18 months)
Pets - 2 cats and fish
Hobbies - No time... working fulltime, taking 2 grad courses, and being mommy

BFP Date: December 17, 2008
How did you tell SO about your pregnancy? I woke him bright and early with my toddler because I had to leave for work and he had to take over... When he grumbled, I told him to enjoy it while it lasts, because he can look forward to even less sleep
Due Date - August 29, 2009, but it will be earlier due to scheduled c/s
Do you want to know the sex - Yes!
Does SO want to know the sex - Yes
Child #: 2
Gender Guess: girl
Have you told anyone yet? Yes, close family and friends, i had to tell work because of my complications
Any names picked out yet? argh... not looking forward to this battle. I hate all the names he likes... he hates all the names i like
What's your TTC Story? took about 4 or 5 months this time