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JGator, YAYYYYYYY!!!!!! I'm so so so so thrilled for you my dear!!!
Hi tammy! Yep, I'm still holding out! I hope your 2ww is flying by for you! GOOD LUCK!!
LtlF, yep I agree, I'm trying to stay pretty relaxed about the whole thing... easier said than done! I guess Friday's the day!
mp, I hope you're keeping well, and I'm so excited you saw your little bean! How amazing for you and your DH. I hope everything continues well for you three!
enbcfsobe, grrrrrrr about your BFF! That is really crossing the line, I'm sorry that you had to go through that hon, like you don't have enough on your mind already! Big hugs, and I hope that sushi was the best sushi ever!!!!
Hi hot! How are you hon? Oooh everything seems to be falling neatly into place for you, I hope hope hope this is your time! Have a wonderful holiday!!!!
Trekkie, any news??
Hi mlk! Hehe no I haven't caved yet, but never say never! How are you?
Good luck with your IVF cycle Jen!! ACK about the blood letting, that sounds nasty! Poor thing. Hope everything goes smoothly from here.
Bright, thinking of you and hoping your vacation is just amazing!!
Hello to any lovely ladies I have missed!
So, 12 dpo for me today, if AF doesn't show her feral face on Friday (that's alot of Fs, innit?!) I'll test then, which will be 15 dpo. My body is putting on the usual pre-AF show, so I'm definitely not holding my breath. I guess by the end of the week I'll know one way or the other hey?!
JGator, YAYYYYYYY!!!!!! I'm so so so so thrilled for you my dear!!!
Hi tammy! Yep, I'm still holding out! I hope your 2ww is flying by for you! GOOD LUCK!!
LtlF, yep I agree, I'm trying to stay pretty relaxed about the whole thing... easier said than done! I guess Friday's the day!
mp, I hope you're keeping well, and I'm so excited you saw your little bean! How amazing for you and your DH. I hope everything continues well for you three!
enbcfsobe, grrrrrrr about your BFF! That is really crossing the line, I'm sorry that you had to go through that hon, like you don't have enough on your mind already! Big hugs, and I hope that sushi was the best sushi ever!!!!
Hi hot! How are you hon? Oooh everything seems to be falling neatly into place for you, I hope hope hope this is your time! Have a wonderful holiday!!!!
Trekkie, any news??
Hi mlk! Hehe no I haven't caved yet, but never say never! How are you?
Good luck with your IVF cycle Jen!! ACK about the blood letting, that sounds nasty! Poor thing. Hope everything goes smoothly from here.
Bright, thinking of you and hoping your vacation is just amazing!!
Hello to any lovely ladies I have missed!
So, 12 dpo for me today, if AF doesn't show her feral face on Friday (that's alot of Fs, innit?!) I'll test then, which will be 15 dpo. My body is putting on the usual pre-AF show, so I'm definitely not holding my breath. I guess by the end of the week I'll know one way or the other hey?!
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Wonderful news JGator!!!!!
MP - I think I have my chart figured out. I have a dashed cross hair on FF because my OPK came back pos the day after my temp shifted. But the day before I could not sleep, and the temp was not out of range for the first half of the cycle. So I think I O's a day after FF does. Had some trouble with the screen shot but here it is.
Wonderful news JGator!!!!!
MP - I think I have my chart figured out. I have a dashed cross hair on FF because my OPK came back pos the day after my temp shifted. But the day before I could not sleep, and the temp was not out of range for the first half of the cycle. So I think I O's a day after FF does. Had some trouble with the screen shot but here it is.
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YAY for JGator!! Yay for tripling betas!
Sorry you had to go through the anxiety of no phone call then being put on hold but great news in the end.
drk - thanks for chiming in! If I recall, you did a successful IVF cycle a while back, is that right? I believe I remember going back and reading your posts at one point. It's reassuring to see your input on the follicle count and FSH. Also, thanks for the note on the stims and reaction time- it's helpful to know that things may not be too different tomorrow. And, thanks for the bloodwork tip- I will do that tomorrow. It's so helpful when you "vets" come back to share your experiences and advice. It's what makes this board so wonderful.
MP - Thank you so much for your insight on FSH and the pill. That's comforting to know and I hope it is the reason. I'll ask my RE about it tomorrow. I think I said it before but I'm glad you still check in with us here, you are a real asset to this thread, for lack of a better word. Of course, it's the best of both words that you are posting here as a preggo lady!
Tammy, thanks for your thoughts. I really hope this is it for you too. It's hard when you know you're timing everything perfectly and it doesn't work out, so I totally get your nerves. Maybe holding off until Friday to test will help, but I know it will be tough!
enbcfsobe - What an awkward and upsetting situation with your BFF. It's completely NOT ok- even if she didn't have any malicious intent, which I'm sure she did not- that is your personal information to share and only yours. So sorry you are going through this.
Hi ltl! Any new clarity on your chart? Thanks for your feedback on the lab values.
AFM, not much new. Just did my third night of injections. I have an ultrasound super early tomorrow morning so I'll check in tomorrow with an update on that.
eta - Hi Dandi, think we were posting at the same time! I hope your pre AF symptoms are really preggo symptoms. AF stay away!!!
YAY for JGator!! Yay for tripling betas!
Sorry you had to go through the anxiety of no phone call then being put on hold but great news in the end.drk - thanks for chiming in! If I recall, you did a successful IVF cycle a while back, is that right? I believe I remember going back and reading your posts at one point. It's reassuring to see your input on the follicle count and FSH. Also, thanks for the note on the stims and reaction time- it's helpful to know that things may not be too different tomorrow. And, thanks for the bloodwork tip- I will do that tomorrow. It's so helpful when you "vets" come back to share your experiences and advice. It's what makes this board so wonderful.
MP - Thank you so much for your insight on FSH and the pill. That's comforting to know and I hope it is the reason. I'll ask my RE about it tomorrow. I think I said it before but I'm glad you still check in with us here, you are a real asset to this thread, for lack of a better word. Of course, it's the best of both words that you are posting here as a preggo lady!
Tammy, thanks for your thoughts. I really hope this is it for you too. It's hard when you know you're timing everything perfectly and it doesn't work out, so I totally get your nerves. Maybe holding off until Friday to test will help, but I know it will be tough!
enbcfsobe - What an awkward and upsetting situation with your BFF. It's completely NOT ok- even if she didn't have any malicious intent, which I'm sure she did not- that is your personal information to share and only yours. So sorry you are going through this.
Hi ltl! Any new clarity on your chart? Thanks for your feedback on the lab values.
AFM, not much new. Just did my third night of injections. I have an ultrasound super early tomorrow morning so I'll check in tomorrow with an update on that.
eta - Hi Dandi, think we were posting at the same time! I hope your pre AF symptoms are really preggo symptoms. AF stay away!!!
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Thanks again to my lovely cheerleaders - Sha, Puppmom, enbsfsobe, Jen, MP, Dandi, MLK, HOT, Firecracker, Tammy, S&I, Lizzy, Choro, and Missy!
Trekkie, any luck with further POAsing?
HOT, have a great time in Bali. Enjoy the weather and relaxation. I hope you get a souvenir too!
DrK, thanks for the tip on the pressure. I'm a big bruiser and do not do well with getting my blood drawn. I will use your advice going forward.
enbcfsobe, sorry to hear about your BFF's big mouth. Totally uncool. You should really say something.
Tammy, I think 10 DPO is reasonable...or 9. I think NEL got a BFP at 9 DPO. I can totally relate on burning through the wondfos! I have done that so many times too. This cycle I only had one though. So, my hands were tied. I think a November/Thanksgiving birthday sounds great - my EDD from BabyCenter is in early November.
MP, I hear you on the lack of symptoms - I am a few weeks behind you though. I only have a few slightly crampy twinges here and there so far. I was super paranoid today before getting my beta results.
S&I, great to hear from you. I'm glad things are progessing well in your pregnancy, and you will get to hold your LO soon!
Dandi, you have such will power. I broke down at 10 DPO this cycle. But, I got good news - so you could too! I am an enabler....
Firecracker, I can't see the image you attached of your chart. Can you re-post? Good luck TWWing.
Jen, I am glad you have survived 3 days of the injections. Good luck tomorrow at your ultrasound. Can't wait to hear about your progress.
AFM, DH and I are happy with the test results, but of course, we are also super cautious. I'm hoping we have a good ultrasound next Friday. I think I'll probably go in at least once for another beta/progesterone check between now and then as I will go insane in the next 11 days if I don't. I hope you guys don't mind if I keep posting here for a while.
Thanks again to my lovely cheerleaders - Sha, Puppmom, enbsfsobe, Jen, MP, Dandi, MLK, HOT, Firecracker, Tammy, S&I, Lizzy, Choro, and Missy!
Trekkie, any luck with further POAsing?
HOT, have a great time in Bali. Enjoy the weather and relaxation. I hope you get a souvenir too!
DrK, thanks for the tip on the pressure. I'm a big bruiser and do not do well with getting my blood drawn. I will use your advice going forward.
enbcfsobe, sorry to hear about your BFF's big mouth. Totally uncool. You should really say something.
Tammy, I think 10 DPO is reasonable...or 9. I think NEL got a BFP at 9 DPO. I can totally relate on burning through the wondfos! I have done that so many times too. This cycle I only had one though. So, my hands were tied. I think a November/Thanksgiving birthday sounds great - my EDD from BabyCenter is in early November.
MP, I hear you on the lack of symptoms - I am a few weeks behind you though. I only have a few slightly crampy twinges here and there so far. I was super paranoid today before getting my beta results.
S&I, great to hear from you. I'm glad things are progessing well in your pregnancy, and you will get to hold your LO soon!
Dandi, you have such will power. I broke down at 10 DPO this cycle. But, I got good news - so you could too! I am an enabler....
Firecracker, I can't see the image you attached of your chart. Can you re-post? Good luck TWWing.
Jen, I am glad you have survived 3 days of the injections. Good luck tomorrow at your ultrasound. Can't wait to hear about your progress.
AFM, DH and I are happy with the test results, but of course, we are also super cautious. I'm hoping we have a good ultrasound next Friday. I think I'll probably go in at least once for another beta/progesterone check between now and then as I will go insane in the next 11 days if I don't. I hope you guys don't mind if I keep posting here for a while.
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JGator, I wouldn’t sweat the lack of symptoms since you’re just over 4 weeks. From what I’ve read and what others have said, that is expected. I’m 7.5 weeks, and starting to get a little antsy about my lack of symptoms. I know it can be normal, but it’s so hard not to have the extra reassurance! Anyway, everything is looking wonderful for you this time around, and I’m really hopeful for you that this baby is nice and healthy! Doing the math, it seems like they might have scheduled you a little early for your ultrasound. I wonder if it would be better to wait until the following Monday to give you a better chance at seeing the heartbeat…. But I completely understand your desire to have more betas and see the baby early. I’d do it everyday if they’d let me
Jen, hope you have a good scan today! Thanks for letting us follow along on your journey!
Dandi, you have so much self control for a first month TTC’er! I’m impressed. Sending you lots of dust!
Tammy, hope you’re holding up well. Just a few more days to go!
Bright, thinking of you and hoping you are hanging in there. You have no idea how hopeful I am that you get your sticky bean very soon!
Hello to all the other ladies!
JGator, I wouldn’t sweat the lack of symptoms since you’re just over 4 weeks. From what I’ve read and what others have said, that is expected. I’m 7.5 weeks, and starting to get a little antsy about my lack of symptoms. I know it can be normal, but it’s so hard not to have the extra reassurance! Anyway, everything is looking wonderful for you this time around, and I’m really hopeful for you that this baby is nice and healthy! Doing the math, it seems like they might have scheduled you a little early for your ultrasound. I wonder if it would be better to wait until the following Monday to give you a better chance at seeing the heartbeat…. But I completely understand your desire to have more betas and see the baby early. I’d do it everyday if they’d let me
Jen, hope you have a good scan today! Thanks for letting us follow along on your journey!
Dandi, you have so much self control for a first month TTC’er! I’m impressed. Sending you lots of dust!
Tammy, hope you’re holding up well. Just a few more days to go!
Bright, thinking of you and hoping you are hanging in there. You have no idea how hopeful I am that you get your sticky bean very soon!
Hello to all the other ladies!
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Hi, everyone! I'm back from paradise feeling rested & relaxed. (Only slightly less so now because my computer just ate my post!) It kind of felt like a reset for me, which was very much needed. DH & I had a great time & are hoping to carry over the vacation feeling as much as we can.
On the TTC front, I had a beta drawn on Monday & it came back at 9. I have to go again next week, so hopefully it will zero out by then so we can get this show on the road.
I'm trying to get caught up with everything that happened while I was gone. Sorry if I miss something!
MP, I was thrilled you got to hear the HB at your u/s. That must be such a relief! I hope you can relax & enjoy this special time. Big hugs & congrats to you & your DH (and continued sticky dust & prayers, of course.) I'm glad you're still posting here & cheering us on.
JGator, huge congrats to you, lady! Your progesterone & beta levels look terrific! Sounds like you have a strong bean in there. Sending you lots of sticky dust for a smooth pregnancy & healthy little one. And I hope you do stick around here for a while even though you've officially graduated.
Jen, thanks for sharing your journey with us (& for your sweet post to me). I'm so glad you've started your IVF cycle & that things are moving along well (aside from the blood draw--yikes!) Are the injections getting easier? Hoping the cycle is smooth & successful.
Ltl, your chart looks great! Hoping your temps keep going up & up!
Dandi, I hope you get a hole in 1 this cycle! Have you tested yet? I'm impressed with your restraint.
tammy, how are you holding up? You're right around the corner from testing & your symptoms & chart sound pretty promising. Fingers crossed for you!
enbcfsobe, thanks for your good advice about getting back into the swing of things post-m/c. (And I don't think there's very much that is TMI on this thread.) I'm so sorry about AF & your BF's insensitivity. Have you talked to her about the situation? That was definitely not her news to share.
trekkie, any news? Hoping you got a bfp! Come join us!
mlk, I'm glad to hear your thyroid levels are better. Congrats on officially starting to TTC & good luck this month! How's the acupuncture going?
hot, great to see you! Your vacation sounds wonderful! I hope you guys have a great time & come back with a souvenir!
Apologies if I missed anyone. I'm so far behind!
Hi, everyone! I'm back from paradise feeling rested & relaxed. (Only slightly less so now because my computer just ate my post!) It kind of felt like a reset for me, which was very much needed. DH & I had a great time & are hoping to carry over the vacation feeling as much as we can.
On the TTC front, I had a beta drawn on Monday & it came back at 9. I have to go again next week, so hopefully it will zero out by then so we can get this show on the road.
I'm trying to get caught up with everything that happened while I was gone. Sorry if I miss something!
MP, I was thrilled you got to hear the HB at your u/s. That must be such a relief! I hope you can relax & enjoy this special time. Big hugs & congrats to you & your DH (and continued sticky dust & prayers, of course.) I'm glad you're still posting here & cheering us on.
JGator, huge congrats to you, lady!
Your progesterone & beta levels look terrific! Sounds like you have a strong bean in there. Sending you lots of sticky dust for a smooth pregnancy & healthy little one. And I hope you do stick around here for a while even though you've officially graduated. Jen, thanks for sharing your journey with us (& for your sweet post to me).
I'm so glad you've started your IVF cycle & that things are moving along well (aside from the blood draw--yikes!) Are the injections getting easier? Hoping the cycle is smooth & successful. Ltl, your chart looks great! Hoping your temps keep going up & up!
Dandi, I hope you get a hole in 1 this cycle! Have you tested yet? I'm impressed with your restraint.
tammy, how are you holding up? You're right around the corner from testing & your symptoms & chart sound pretty promising. Fingers crossed for you!
enbcfsobe, thanks for your good advice about getting back into the swing of things post-m/c. (And I don't think there's very much that is TMI on this thread.) I'm so sorry about AF & your BF's insensitivity. Have you talked to her about the situation? That was definitely not her news to share.
trekkie, any news? Hoping you got a bfp! Come join us!
mlk, I'm glad to hear your thyroid levels are better. Congrats on officially starting to TTC & good luck this month! How's the acupuncture going?
hot, great to see you! Your vacation sounds wonderful! I hope you guys have a great time & come back with a souvenir!
Apologies if I missed anyone. I'm so far behind!
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Bright, welcome back! You sound really good. I hope that last bit of hcg drops out of your system quickly, so you can, as you put it, "get the show on the road." Thanks for the continued prayers, I can't seem to shake my concerns over the baby measuring a bit small, so I still feel like we're kind of in limbo. None of this stuff is ever easy! Anyway, can't wait until you get to start trying again. I'm so hopeful for you that it will work out this time!
Bright, welcome back! You sound really good. I hope that last bit of hcg drops out of your system quickly, so you can, as you put it, "get the show on the road." Thanks for the continued prayers, I can't seem to shake my concerns over the baby measuring a bit small, so I still feel like we're kind of in limbo. None of this stuff is ever easy! Anyway, can't wait until you get to start trying again. I'm so hopeful for you that it will work out this time!
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Bright - Welcome back! It's always so hard to come back to reality after an amazing vacation, isn't it? But I'm glad you got some much-deserved relaxation and recharging. I too hope your beta is back at zero next week.
JGator - Of course everyone wants you to keep posting! I can't wait to hear your updates. I completely understand your cautiousness, and you should definitely request another beta if it will ease any anxiety. 11 days can feel like an eternity in this process.
MP - thanks for thinking of me today. I'm sorry you are still feeling a bit uneasy. Trust me, I can only imagine I would feel the same way. Remind me again when your next scan is?
AFM - ultrasound went ok this morning, I think. I had an extremely long wait because they were having all sorts of problems with their computers, so by the time I got in I could tell the nurse and doctor were pretty frazzled. At any rate, there doesn't seem to be much to report. The only numbers she gave the nurse were that I had one follicle measuring 11mm on my right ovary and the same for the left. All the others were still under 10. She said on Thursday many more should be in the "measurable" range.
I couldn't get a good read on if this is good, bad, normal etc.
I guess the only thing I'm concerned with is making sure those two 11s don't turn into dominant files that grow way ahead of the others. Of course I start letting myself get paranoid like that.
My e2 level rose from 46 on saturday to 258 today.
The nurse said to keep all medication as is for the next 2 nights.
My next ultrasound is Thursday morning and it couldn't come soon enough!... For some reason I feel uneasy/unsure about my progress so far but I really have no basis as to why I feel this way. I guess it's just nerves coming through.
Bright - Welcome back! It's always so hard to come back to reality after an amazing vacation, isn't it? But I'm glad you got some much-deserved relaxation and recharging. I too hope your beta is back at zero next week.
JGator - Of course everyone wants you to keep posting! I can't wait to hear your updates. I completely understand your cautiousness, and you should definitely request another beta if it will ease any anxiety. 11 days can feel like an eternity in this process.
MP - thanks for thinking of me today. I'm sorry you are still feeling a bit uneasy. Trust me, I can only imagine I would feel the same way. Remind me again when your next scan is?
AFM - ultrasound went ok this morning, I think. I had an extremely long wait because they were having all sorts of problems with their computers, so by the time I got in I could tell the nurse and doctor were pretty frazzled. At any rate, there doesn't seem to be much to report. The only numbers she gave the nurse were that I had one follicle measuring 11mm on my right ovary and the same for the left. All the others were still under 10. She said on Thursday many more should be in the "measurable" range.
I couldn't get a good read on if this is good, bad, normal etc.
I guess the only thing I'm concerned with is making sure those two 11s don't turn into dominant files that grow way ahead of the others. Of course I start letting myself get paranoid like that.
My e2 level rose from 46 on saturday to 258 today.
The nurse said to keep all medication as is for the next 2 nights.
My next ultrasound is Thursday morning and it couldn't come soon enough!... For some reason I feel uneasy/unsure about my progress so far but I really have no basis as to why I feel this way. I guess it's just nerves coming through.
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Jen, I don’t know much about IVF or how many follicles and sizes of follicles you should have at this point, but I honestly think if they were concerned, they would have let you know and possibly changed your meds. I’m sure it’s nerve-wracking. I was paranoid each of the three cycles I was on clomid that I’d find out my ovaries weren’t doing what they were supposed to. But they did each time. I’m feeling very hopeful for you.
To answer your question, my next scan is not until March 13th, so almost two weeks away. I honestly don’t think I will start “enjoying” this pregnancy until I see that baby is continuing to grow. I guess it is my way of protecting myself in case of bad news. This little one has continued to thrive and surprise me, so I hope that I will be pleasantly surprised on March 13th too.
Jen, I don’t know much about IVF or how many follicles and sizes of follicles you should have at this point, but I honestly think if they were concerned, they would have let you know and possibly changed your meds. I’m sure it’s nerve-wracking. I was paranoid each of the three cycles I was on clomid that I’d find out my ovaries weren’t doing what they were supposed to. But they did each time. I’m feeling very hopeful for you.
To answer your question, my next scan is not until March 13th, so almost two weeks away. I honestly don’t think I will start “enjoying” this pregnancy until I see that baby is continuing to grow. I guess it is my way of protecting myself in case of bad news. This little one has continued to thrive and surprise me, so I hope that I will be pleasantly surprised on March 13th too.
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Good Morning Ladies!
I hope everyone is doing well! I don't have much time, but I wanted to pop in and say that I have my fingers crossed for you, Andi! You too, Trekkie!
So I'm going to apologize for the "me centric" post here, but I honestly can't help it right now!
I'm 9 DPO, caved and of course it was a BFN but LOOK at this chart! Tammy's Chart. I know, I know. there's no such thing as an implantation dip and I don't have enough temps yet to be considered triphasic, and last month I had a bit of a dip too (but temps were also lower/peaked at 8 DPO) so I'm hopeful right now! I'm hesitant and nervous to possibly be jinxing myself, but I'd love to put in my first request for prayers and dust. I so want this to be our month.
Work has been *insane* and I need to get back to it, I just wanted to share and maybe get some opinions. Thanks, ladies!
Good Morning Ladies!
I hope everyone is doing well! I don't have much time, but I wanted to pop in and say that I have my fingers crossed for you, Andi!
You too, Trekkie! So I'm going to apologize for the "me centric" post here, but I honestly can't help it right now!
I'm 9 DPO, caved and of course it was a BFN but LOOK at this chart! Tammy's Chart. I know, I know. there's no such thing as an implantation dip and I don't have enough temps yet to be considered triphasic, and last month I had a bit of a dip too (but temps were also lower/peaked at 8 DPO) so I'm hopeful right now! I'm hesitant and nervous to possibly be jinxing myself, but I'd love to put in my first request for prayers and dust. I so want this to be our month. Work has been *insane* and I need to get back to it, I just wanted to share and maybe get some opinions. Thanks, ladies!
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Dandi, have you tested yet???
Tammy, how goes it in TWW-ville? Any POASing to report?
MP, thanks, I think I'll keep the appt on March 9th and just hope to see something. I am hoping to get in this Friday for another round of blood work to confirm the progesterone stays high.
Hi, Bright, Welcome Back! Sounds like you had an amazing vacation in Barbados. I hope your beta zeros out so you can get back in the TTC game. I will keep posting on this board probably until I see a heart beat. I really feel like if I move over to JBP, I might be jinxing myself.
Jen, sounds like things are moving along for you in the IVF process. I have been through 3 Clomid/Ovidrel cycles and they didn't monitor the follies until about CD 11 or CD 12, and I typically had 3 follicles in the 17-20 mm range. I was then instructed to either trigger that night or the next based on getting those results back. Looking forward to hearing about your results on Thursday. I would recommend trying to relax and not worry too much at this point. You really can't control much other than taking the medicines/injections.
Meg, thanks for the well wishes.
AFM, waiting to hear back from my RE on coming in on Friday for another beta/progesterone check. I'm sure they won't say no, though. Not much else to report - pretty symptom free. Hope you all get your BFPs super quickly!
Dandi, have you tested yet???
Tammy, how goes it in TWW-ville? Any POASing to report?
MP, thanks, I think I'll keep the appt on March 9th and just hope to see something. I am hoping to get in this Friday for another round of blood work to confirm the progesterone stays high.
Hi, Bright,
Welcome Back! Sounds like you had an amazing vacation in Barbados. I hope your beta zeros out so you can get back in the TTC game. I will keep posting on this board probably until I see a heart beat. I really feel like if I move over to JBP, I might be jinxing myself.Jen, sounds like things are moving along for you in the IVF process. I have been through 3 Clomid/Ovidrel cycles and they didn't monitor the follies until about CD 11 or CD 12, and I typically had 3 follicles in the 17-20 mm range. I was then instructed to either trigger that night or the next based on getting those results back. Looking forward to hearing about your results on Thursday. I would recommend trying to relax and not worry too much at this point. You really can't control much other than taking the medicines/injections.
Meg, thanks for the well wishes.
AFM, waiting to hear back from my RE on coming in on Friday for another beta/progesterone check. I'm sure they won't say no, though. Not much else to report - pretty symptom free. Hope you all get your BFPs super quickly!
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work is crazy but just dropping in to say a quick hi!
JGator yay for your betas! i don't blame you for not wanting to wait all that time to get more info. good luck!
Bright welcome back! glad your vacay was relaxing and hope you can retain some of that for a while. a beta at 9 is a good sign that your body is resetting. they didn't even check me again after i hit 6.
Tammy i'm still new to temping so i've got no help on your charts, but its still quite early! good luck!
Jen sounds like everything is going well -- i'm sure they'd have said something if they were concerned. it seems way too early to tell what the follicles will do, hopefully next visit you'll have a more definitive answer.
MP still thinking of you hoping for a good second scan! the caution is understandable - we each have to figure out what way of coping makes us most comfortable, whether its hoping for the best or bracing for the worst or somewhere in between.
to everyone i missed hello and happy waiting!
AFM not much to report. The sushi was AWESOME. So was the super-spicy szechuan. Still not indulging in alcohol or caffeine (and making DH go without too this cycle).
Thanks again all for the support. At some point I'll get myself together enough to confront BFF about the situation. Right now trying to plow through work.
I'm feeling a bit better now that the sun is actually up when i wake in the mornings, and sleeping has gotten easier. I got temps for a few days (though today i messed it up because i jumped out of bed when DH's alarm rang because my phone charger had come unplugged and it was late). At this point the temps are less about predicting O and more about being able to know if i'm having another m/c (if i'm lucky enough to get another bfp).
Continuing acupunture (yesterday's treatment also addressed some issues in my back from an old injury) and DH sounds like he's getting on board with also going. We'll see...
work is crazy but just dropping in to say a quick hi!
JGator yay for your betas! i don't blame you for not wanting to wait all that time to get more info. good luck!
Bright welcome back! glad your vacay was relaxing and hope you can retain some of that for a while. a beta at 9 is a good sign that your body is resetting. they didn't even check me again after i hit 6.
Tammy i'm still new to temping so i've got no help on your charts, but its still quite early! good luck!
Jen sounds like everything is going well -- i'm sure they'd have said something if they were concerned. it seems way too early to tell what the follicles will do, hopefully next visit you'll have a more definitive answer.
MP still thinking of you hoping for a good second scan! the caution is understandable - we each have to figure out what way of coping makes us most comfortable, whether its hoping for the best or bracing for the worst or somewhere in between.
to everyone i missed hello and happy waiting!
AFM not much to report. The sushi was AWESOME. So was the super-spicy szechuan. Still not indulging in alcohol or caffeine (and making DH go without too this cycle).
Thanks again all for the support. At some point I'll get myself together enough to confront BFF about the situation. Right now trying to plow through work.
I'm feeling a bit better now that the sun is actually up when i wake in the mornings, and sleeping has gotten easier. I got temps for a few days (though today i messed it up because i jumped out of bed when DH's alarm rang because my phone charger had come unplugged and it was late). At this point the temps are less about predicting O and more about being able to know if i'm having another m/c (if i'm lucky enough to get another bfp).
Continuing acupunture (yesterday's treatment also addressed some issues in my back from an old injury) and DH sounds like he's getting on board with also going. We'll see...
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Tammy, so sorry it was a BFN. It's still SO early though. Based on the faintness of my BFP on 12dpo, there's no way I would have gotten a BFP much sooner than that. If you can possibly make yourself wait 2-3 more days before taking another test, you should have a definitive answer without driving yourself too crazy. I don't know what to tell you about your chart. It looks good, but I wouldn't focus too much on the chart. I think they are much more useful for confirming ovulation than detecting an early pregnancy. Sending you loads of dust!
As always, I am thinking good thoughts for everyone on this thread that your day is coming!
Tammy, so sorry it was a BFN. It's still SO early though. Based on the faintness of my BFP on 12dpo, there's no way I would have gotten a BFP much sooner than that. If you can possibly make yourself wait 2-3 more days before taking another test, you should have a definitive answer without driving yourself too crazy. I don't know what to tell you about your chart. It looks good, but I wouldn't focus too much on the chart. I think they are much more useful for confirming ovulation than detecting an early pregnancy. Sending you loads of dust!
As always, I am thinking good thoughts for everyone on this thread that your day is coming!
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Hi Ladies, have been MIA this week as work has been crazy. Have been reading but everytime I trioed to post I got caught up with something else!
Bright, welcome back. I hope your holiday spirit continues and your return around here is brief. In the meantime, would love to see some of your pics from the bahamas.
Monkey, great to hear you got to see bub on the ultrasound and that everything is progressing well. Now the countodown is on until you see him or her again!
JGator, congratulations again and glad to hear your numbers are at a good level. Hopefully the dr will let you test again on Friday to ease your mond over the weekend. Keep baking away!
Jen, I completely understand your frustrations with the drs not saying one way or another if it is good news. I'ms sure if things weren't progressing as they would like, they would change up things without hesitation, so you have to assume it is all positive. When are they planning on doing the withdrawal and everything else that comes with it (excuse my lack of knowledge of the process).
LtlFire, when are you testing? Any different feelings/sensations?
Dandi, sorry to hear AF showed up. I'm sure next month will be your month now that you have no stress from awaiting results etc (and more chance to BD)
Tammy, the BFN means nothing at this point but GL for testing again tomorrow
Enbcfsobe, can't believe your BFF could be so dismissive of your need for support and privacy. Sometimes they just don't get it. Hope the acupuncture is helping. Do you mind sharing details of what she is doing/prescribing. When I saw mine last week, she said she was concentrating on my central line as if it is not open, conception cannot progress. She then pressed down around my sides near my belly button which was very tender. After the accupuncture it was less tender.
Trekkie, I think freak outs are normal at this early stage of the TTC process. There are so many what ifs and it does become very overwhelming at times. Where are you up to in your cycle now?
AFM, well I am not entirely sure I am in this cycle or not. I had a schedule to start trying on Sunday (a bit early I know) and then every second day until Thursday (today) then every day until Sunday. That means if my O date stays the same, then I will likely O on saturday or Sunday. Well DH was fine on Sunday (don't think he figured it all out) but then had excuses that he was tired/sore neck on Tuesday and Wednesday. He did say he wants this as much as me, but given his past history of being very slow to commit (he has mother issues as she lives over the other side of the world) I am worried there will continue to be excuses for the next few days too.
Also, I have not started getting CM yet or any line on my OPKS so I hope I will still O this cycle (its CD15 now). My chart is all over the place once again, but consistent with last cycle (other than my temps are slightly lower this time). Endo appointment is Monday so will be interesting to see what he has to say.
Anyway, enough about me, I am just feeling very frustrated atm. See you ladies tomorrow!
Hi Ladies, have been MIA this week as work has been crazy. Have been reading but everytime I trioed to post I got caught up with something else!
Bright, welcome back. I hope your holiday spirit continues and your return around here is brief. In the meantime, would love to see some of your pics from the bahamas.
Monkey, great to hear you got to see bub on the ultrasound and that everything is progressing well. Now the countodown is on until you see him or her again!
JGator, congratulations again and glad to hear your numbers are at a good level. Hopefully the dr will let you test again on Friday to ease your mond over the weekend. Keep baking away!
Jen, I completely understand your frustrations with the drs not saying one way or another if it is good news. I'ms sure if things weren't progressing as they would like, they would change up things without hesitation, so you have to assume it is all positive. When are they planning on doing the withdrawal and everything else that comes with it (excuse my lack of knowledge of the process).
LtlFire, when are you testing? Any different feelings/sensations?
Dandi, sorry to hear AF showed up. I'm sure next month will be your month now that you have no stress from awaiting results etc (and more chance to BD)
Tammy, the BFN means nothing at this point but GL for testing again tomorrow
Enbcfsobe, can't believe your BFF could be so dismissive of your need for support and privacy. Sometimes they just don't get it. Hope the acupuncture is helping. Do you mind sharing details of what she is doing/prescribing. When I saw mine last week, she said she was concentrating on my central line as if it is not open, conception cannot progress. She then pressed down around my sides near my belly button which was very tender. After the accupuncture it was less tender.
Trekkie, I think freak outs are normal at this early stage of the TTC process. There are so many what ifs and it does become very overwhelming at times. Where are you up to in your cycle now?
AFM, well I am not entirely sure I am in this cycle or not. I had a schedule to start trying on Sunday (a bit early I know) and then every second day until Thursday (today) then every day until Sunday. That means if my O date stays the same, then I will likely O on saturday or Sunday. Well DH was fine on Sunday (don't think he figured it all out) but then had excuses that he was tired/sore neck on Tuesday and Wednesday. He did say he wants this as much as me, but given his past history of being very slow to commit (he has mother issues as she lives over the other side of the world) I am worried there will continue to be excuses for the next few days too.
Also, I have not started getting CM yet or any line on my OPKS so I hope I will still O this cycle (its CD15 now). My chart is all over the place once again, but consistent with last cycle (other than my temps are slightly lower this time). Endo appointment is Monday so will be interesting to see what he has to say.
Anyway, enough about me, I am just feeling very frustrated atm. See you ladies tomorrow!
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Hi Girls,
Insomnia? Yep! Andi, I'm so sorry to her that AF arrived! We'll just consider that a practice round, next month is it! Hugs and wine, oh and sparkly distractions!
MLK I wanted to chime in a bit about your comments w/your DH and possible hesitations. I had a little bit of this w/my DH early on because he felt like we didn't need to worry so much about timing and he wanted to just go with the flow. I know we were also BOTH a little nervous about going from preventing to full on TTC. Once a few months of so-so timed cycles went by w/BFN he came around and has been super supportive since cycle 3 started (we're in the TWW of cycle 4 now). So my advice is to try to be patient with him and avoid using words like "schedule" in the same sentence as bd'ing, for now.
Regarding being on CD15 and not having any EWCM, have you charted CM/CP before? Forgive me if you've already told us! All I will say is that if you do know for sure that you don't have any fertile signs yet, at least you're still in the game this month!
Hi Girls,
Insomnia? Yep! Andi, I'm so sorry to her that AF arrived!
We'll just consider that a practice round, next month is it! Hugs and wine, oh and sparkly distractions!MLK I wanted to chime in a bit about your comments w/your DH and possible hesitations. I had a little bit of this w/my DH early on because he felt like we didn't need to worry so much about timing and he wanted to just go with the flow. I know we were also BOTH a little nervous about going from preventing to full on TTC. Once a few months of so-so timed cycles went by w/BFN he came around and has been super supportive since cycle 3 started (we're in the TWW of cycle 4 now). So my advice is to try to be patient with him and avoid using words like "schedule" in the same sentence as bd'ing, for now.
Regarding being on CD15 and not having any EWCM, have you charted CM/CP before? Forgive me if you've already told us! All I will say is that if you do know for sure that you don't have any fertile signs yet, at least you're still in the game this month!
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Hi Tammy sorry about your insomnia...does it have something to do with testing when you wake?
Thanks for your thoughts re DH. I'm sure you're right and he will get there eventually, it's just that he is getting older (well more than me anyway). He will be 39 next month and I don't want to leave it too much longer. He is really not the every second day/ every day type ( not anmore after 7 years) so it is hard without him realizing what my advances are all about! We'll see what he has to say tonight.
Last cycle ( my first) I had 2 days of wet cm starting on cd 13 and then 3 days of ew with a positive opk on cd 17. Ff gave me crosshairs for cd17 but may have actually been cd18. Well it's now cd15 and no signs whatsoever. I really hope last wasn't my best cycle and it's all downhill from here! Thanks for listening to my rant!
I hope to hear good things when I log on tomorrow morning
Hi Tammy
sorry about your insomnia...does it have something to do with testing when you wake?Thanks for your thoughts re DH. I'm sure you're right and he will get there eventually, it's just that he is getting older (well more than me anyway). He will be 39 next month and I don't want to leave it too much longer. He is really not the every second day/ every day type ( not anmore after 7 years) so it is hard without him realizing what my advances are all about! We'll see what he has to say tonight.
Last cycle ( my first) I had 2 days of wet cm starting on cd 13 and then 3 days of ew with a positive opk on cd 17. Ff gave me crosshairs for cd17 but may have actually been cd18. Well it's now cd15 and no signs whatsoever. I really hope last wasn't my best cycle and it's all downhill from here! Thanks for listening to my rant!
I hope to hear good things when I log on tomorrow morning
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mlk, rant away my dear, that's what we're here for! You're so right about this not being the best cycle, hopefully nothing will stop me this time around!! Wishing you the absolute best this cycle!!!!!!
tammy, sorry to hear about your insomia hon, that must be awful, especially when you want to be in peak form to grow a baby! And YES, wine for me! My 30th birthday is a few weeks away but we're celebrating this weekend, and I'm looking forward to getting stuck into a champagne or five! Thanks for the hugs my love xx
mlk, rant away my dear, that's what we're here for! You're so right about this not being the best cycle, hopefully nothing will stop me this time around!!
Wishing you the absolute best this cycle!!!!!!tammy, sorry to hear about your insomia hon, that must be awful, especially when you want to be in peak form to grow a baby! And YES, wine for me! My 30th birthday is a few weeks away but we're celebrating this weekend, and I'm looking forward to getting stuck into a champagne or five! Thanks for the hugs my love xx
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Hi Girls.
Yep, jinxed myself, I never learn.
This morning's temp plummeted and a BFN. I know, it's early still but at this point I feel like it's just not happening and I don't want to string myself along emotionally. I'd rather just accept it and brace for AF in a couple of days (or today, given how low my temp was).
Sorry, just down.
Andi, my birthday is in a couple of weeks too, the 17th. It's my 35th, which adds a whole new layer of not good feelings.
So for the productive part of my post vs. the self loathing and wallowing...I'm starting to seriously think about what our next steps should be and when is the soonest that we can start working on them. I want to get an HSG to see if everything is working right with my tubes, etc. since I know I'm ovulating and I've had two children (they're 7 & 9 though, so eons ago) and for DH to get an SA (he hasn't had any children yet but he's only 31). I don't know if that's truly the correct first steps or what to do at this point though because this is all uncharted territory for DH and I. I feel like we're really doing everything right and I just don't see us falling pregnant in the next cycle or two if we haven't already...so why should we have to wait a full 6 months? Anyhow, I know we have many ladies that are or have been down this road, so if anyone is willing to give me some advice, I'd gladly listen.
Thanks ladies, hope everyone is having a good day so far.
Hi Girls.
Yep, jinxed myself, I never learn.
This morning's temp plummeted and a BFN. I know, it's early still but at this point I feel like it's just not happening and I don't want to string myself along emotionally. I'd rather just accept it and brace for AF in a couple of days (or today, given how low my temp was). Sorry, just down.
Andi, my birthday is in a couple of weeks too, the 17th. It's my 35th, which adds a whole new layer of not good feelings.
So for the productive part of my post vs. the self loathing and wallowing...I'm starting to seriously think about what our next steps should be and when is the soonest that we can start working on them. I want to get an HSG to see if everything is working right with my tubes, etc. since I know I'm ovulating and I've had two children (they're 7 & 9 though, so eons ago) and for DH to get an SA (he hasn't had any children yet but he's only 31). I don't know if that's truly the correct first steps or what to do at this point though because this is all uncharted territory for DH and I. I feel like we're really doing everything right and I just don't see us falling pregnant in the next cycle or two if we haven't already...so why should we have to wait a full 6 months? Anyhow, I know we have many ladies that are or have been down this road, so if anyone is willing to give me some advice, I'd gladly listen.
Thanks ladies, hope everyone is having a good day so far.
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Tammy, so sorry about the BFN again. I really do think that is why I never let myself get my expectations too high or read too much into temps or "symptoms." It's just too hard to have the letdown every cycle. It ain't over til it's over, so I'll keep thinking positive thoughts for you for now. Big hugs. It is such a painful situation to be in, and I'm so sorry things are not happening easily for you. As to your question, I think it would be okay to talk to your doctor about getting some of the preliminary testing done. I think it is standard to start with CD3 bloodwork to test your LH/FSH, etc., and then a 7DPO progesterone test to confirm ovulation. Because my bloodwork and cycles didn't raise any red flags, the next step was for DH to do the SA, and then I had an HSG. I'm 31, so the standard was to wait a year, but when I saw my doctor after trying for 6 months (it had been 8 cycles), I exaggerated and said we'd been trying 9 months. I just knew something was not working quite right because we had good timing every cycle. I had to be pretty assertive because my doctor was a bit dismissive at first, but when she realized how upset I was and that I had done my research, she gave me the go ahead to start testing. I think you need to be your own advocate in these situations. If you really feel like something is not quite right, I don't think it hurts to make an appointment.
Dandi, sorry AF arrived
I think it's pretty rare to hit gold on the first cycle, so you've got the right attitude. I really hope you are able to stay so level-headed and that you get your BFP quickly. At least you get to enjoy your birthday party properly. Happy early birthday!
MLK, I think most of us who have actively tried to conceive can relate to what you're going through. It's sort of a right of passage unfortunately. My DH did not want to feel any pressure either at first, and I was all let's do this right and get it done. But like Tammy said, after a couple months of BFNs and seeing how sad it made me, DH was fully on-board with the timed BD'ing. At this point, you really only need to make sure you get in a couple of sessions during your fertile window. I wouldn't make it too scheduled just yet if at all possible. I know it's hard when you are so goal-oriented, but I do think it just takes guys a few more months to understand the biology of it all. Good luck!
Tammy, so sorry about the BFN again. I really do think that is why I never let myself get my expectations too high or read too much into temps or "symptoms." It's just too hard to have the letdown every cycle. It ain't over til it's over, so I'll keep thinking positive thoughts for you for now. Big hugs. It is such a painful situation to be in, and I'm so sorry things are not happening easily for you. As to your question, I think it would be okay to talk to your doctor about getting some of the preliminary testing done. I think it is standard to start with CD3 bloodwork to test your LH/FSH, etc., and then a 7DPO progesterone test to confirm ovulation. Because my bloodwork and cycles didn't raise any red flags, the next step was for DH to do the SA, and then I had an HSG. I'm 31, so the standard was to wait a year, but when I saw my doctor after trying for 6 months (it had been 8 cycles), I exaggerated and said we'd been trying 9 months. I just knew something was not working quite right because we had good timing every cycle. I had to be pretty assertive because my doctor was a bit dismissive at first, but when she realized how upset I was and that I had done my research, she gave me the go ahead to start testing. I think you need to be your own advocate in these situations. If you really feel like something is not quite right, I don't think it hurts to make an appointment.
Dandi, sorry AF arrived
I think it's pretty rare to hit gold on the first cycle, so you've got the right attitude. I really hope you are able to stay so level-headed and that you get your BFP quickly. At least you get to enjoy your birthday party properly. Happy early birthday!MLK, I think most of us who have actively tried to conceive can relate to what you're going through. It's sort of a right of passage unfortunately. My DH did not want to feel any pressure either at first, and I was all let's do this right and get it done. But like Tammy said, after a couple months of BFNs and seeing how sad it made me, DH was fully on-board with the timed BD'ing. At this point, you really only need to make sure you get in a couple of sessions during your fertile window. I wouldn't make it too scheduled just yet if at all possible. I know it's hard when you are so goal-oriented, but I do think it just takes guys a few more months to understand the biology of it all. Good luck!
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Thanks, MP. I just sent a message to my doctor requesting those two specific tests. Hopefully she'll say yes. I am guessing that I couldn't get it all set up in time to do this month, but my goal is to have it in place over the coming month so when AF comes at the beginning of April I am ready. As a side note, I can't seem to find any red flags on my chart. Is it possible to have normal charts but still have issues that can be detected by the blood work? I'm sorry for all of the questions, trying to process everything but pretty confused/overwhelmed.
Thanks, MP. I just sent a message to my doctor requesting those two specific tests. Hopefully she'll say yes. I am guessing that I couldn't get it all set up in time to do this month, but my goal is to have it in place over the coming month so when AF comes at the beginning of April I am ready. As a side note, I can't seem to find any red flags on my chart. Is it possible to have normal charts but still have issues that can be detected by the blood work? I'm sorry for all of the questions, trying to process everything but pretty confused/overwhelmed.
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I think the big thing to remember is everything can be 100% perfect and you can still not get pregnant. It's that darn "20% chance each month" thing. 85% of couples will get pregnant in a year. So it could very well be that there's absolutely nothing wrong with either of you. Having said that, I do think it's wise to be proactive. Hopefully your doc will agree to the testing! Your charts look fine and I don't see anything alarming.
tammy77|1330624850|3138406 said:
I think the big thing to remember is everything can be 100% perfect and you can still not get pregnant. It's that darn "20% chance each month" thing. 85% of couples will get pregnant in a year. So it could very well be that there's absolutely nothing wrong with either of you. Having said that, I do think it's wise to be proactive. Hopefully your doc will agree to the testing! Your charts look fine and I don't see anything alarming.
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Tammy, I think the fact you have regular cycles and your charts show a clear biphasic pattern makes it more likely that your bloodwork will come back just fine. But I do think it is an important diagnostic tool, and it's always possible that you could have some sort of hormonal imbalance that is not apparent from your chart. Also, if everything comes back normal, your doctor would at least be able to rule out potential issues. I will say that in your case, it is still pretty early for you to assume that you have any problems and it might just be taking a little longer this time around. But I've been exactly where you are and know how frustrating and overwhelming it is. Big hugs.
ETA: I agree with amc. It honestly might be taking just a little longer this time around for you.
Tammy, I think the fact you have regular cycles and your charts show a clear biphasic pattern makes it more likely that your bloodwork will come back just fine. But I do think it is an important diagnostic tool, and it's always possible that you could have some sort of hormonal imbalance that is not apparent from your chart. Also, if everything comes back normal, your doctor would at least be able to rule out potential issues. I will say that in your case, it is still pretty early for you to assume that you have any problems and it might just be taking a little longer this time around. But I've been exactly where you are and know how frustrating and overwhelming it is. Big hugs.
ETA: I agree with amc. It honestly might be taking just a little longer this time around for you.
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Tammy, how long have you been trying? I sneaked on to your FF page and it looks like 3 or 4 cycles? Statistics say 50% of couples get pregnant after 4-5 months of trying and 70% within 9 months. You probably already know that because, if you’re like me, you’ve Googled the hell out of all things TTC! DH and I started TTC in July of 2009 and I became pregnant in November of that same year. By September, I was convinced there was something wrong. I was spotting for at least a week before my period each month and we were doing everything *perfect* and not getting pregnant. Of course there wasn’t anything wrong and I was pregnant two months later. I was really stressed out during the process and didn’t enjoy it. As soon as I found out I was pregnant, I was kicking myself for not being more relaxed about it. Don’t do that to yourself. Odds are, there's nothing wrong with you and DH and you WILL get pregnant.
Ok, getting off my high horse now since the same exact thoughts ran through my head 2.5 years ago.
ETA - did you guys know they started selling at home semen analysis kits at Walgreens and CVS (online only now)? I think it only does count...
Tammy, how long have you been trying? I sneaked on to your FF page and it looks like 3 or 4 cycles? Statistics say 50% of couples get pregnant after 4-5 months of trying and 70% within 9 months. You probably already know that because, if you’re like me, you’ve Googled the hell out of all things TTC! DH and I started TTC in July of 2009 and I became pregnant in November of that same year. By September, I was convinced there was something wrong. I was spotting for at least a week before my period each month and we were doing everything *perfect* and not getting pregnant. Of course there wasn’t anything wrong and I was pregnant two months later. I was really stressed out during the process and didn’t enjoy it. As soon as I found out I was pregnant, I was kicking myself for not being more relaxed about it. Don’t do that to yourself. Odds are, there's nothing wrong with you and DH and you WILL get pregnant.
Ok, getting off my high horse now since the same exact thoughts ran through my head 2.5 years ago.
ETA - did you guys know they started selling at home semen analysis kits at Walgreens and CVS (online only now)? I think it only does count...
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Tammy, do you think your temp could have fallen because you didn't get a good night's sleep due to insomnia? If you do end up going for testing, I had the different cycle day blood testing like MP mentioned and an ultrasound to check follicles prior to ovulation. They are looking at your estrogen and progesterone levels on different days in the cycle. And, DH had the SA around the time I had the HSG. We went to an RE, but you can do it likely at your OBGyn's office. I knew my ObGyn wanted me to wait a year, and I was already 39 so that is why we went to an RE. Likely everything will turn out fine, and it's just the 20% odds going against you. Or, your temp drop was a fluke. I'll hold out hope for you, my dear.
MLK, I don't think you need to worry about BDing so much. When we did the trigger shot and knew when I was going to ovulate, we only BD'ed - the day before and the day of ovulation and I got a BFP a week ago. Try drinking grapefruit juice - that may help with your CM. I would drink it every day the the week of ovulation. Also, you can take Robitussin. I did that too in addition to the grapefruit juice the week of ovulation.
Dandi, sorry you are out, but enjoy your birthday celebration this weekend!
MP, how are you feeling? How much longer till your next ultrasound?
AFM, I got my Thyroid/TSH results yesterday from Monday's blood test. My TSH is now 2.73. My RE likes it under 2.5. I have read online it's best between 1-2 during pregnancy. So, I am now on 25 mcg of Snythroid daily. I hope it gets under control quickly. In November, my TSH was 1.73 which was a good number. Back when I was pregnant last summer it was over 3. So, my body seems to elevate my TSH during pregnancy for some reason - pesky hormones!! I am going in tomorrow for more Beta/Progesterone blood work. I don't think the TSH will drop by tomorrow so not sure if they will test that again. I made an appt with my endocrinologist for 8 weeks from now as that is when she wants to check it after I called her yesterday and let her know about the pregnancy, TSH level, and Synthroid.
Tammy, do you think your temp could have fallen because you didn't get a good night's sleep due to insomnia? If you do end up going for testing, I had the different cycle day blood testing like MP mentioned and an ultrasound to check follicles prior to ovulation. They are looking at your estrogen and progesterone levels on different days in the cycle. And, DH had the SA around the time I had the HSG. We went to an RE, but you can do it likely at your OBGyn's office. I knew my ObGyn wanted me to wait a year, and I was already 39 so that is why we went to an RE. Likely everything will turn out fine, and it's just the 20% odds going against you. Or, your temp drop was a fluke. I'll hold out hope for you, my dear.
MLK, I don't think you need to worry about BDing so much. When we did the trigger shot and knew when I was going to ovulate, we only BD'ed - the day before and the day of ovulation and I got a BFP a week ago. Try drinking grapefruit juice - that may help with your CM. I would drink it every day the the week of ovulation. Also, you can take Robitussin. I did that too in addition to the grapefruit juice the week of ovulation.
Dandi, sorry you are out, but enjoy your birthday celebration this weekend!
MP, how are you feeling? How much longer till your next ultrasound?
AFM, I got my Thyroid/TSH results yesterday from Monday's blood test. My TSH is now 2.73. My RE likes it under 2.5. I have read online it's best between 1-2 during pregnancy. So, I am now on 25 mcg of Snythroid daily. I hope it gets under control quickly. In November, my TSH was 1.73 which was a good number. Back when I was pregnant last summer it was over 3. So, my body seems to elevate my TSH during pregnancy for some reason - pesky hormones!! I am going in tomorrow for more Beta/Progesterone blood work. I don't think the TSH will drop by tomorrow so not sure if they will test that again. I made an appt with my endocrinologist for 8 weeks from now as that is when she wants to check it after I called her yesterday and let her know about the pregnancy, TSH level, and Synthroid.
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