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so happy to hear this. Hugs. And the pic...wow! Looks like a baby for sure!
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Me too!! Bright, the no warning thing sucks but it will happen for you soon, and I felt so much better both physically and emotionally afterwards. Hope you do too!
MP -- YAY!!! So excited for you! (hops over to JBP to look for the referenced picture) -- so cute!! & looking like a baby, not just a bean!
Jen -- I'm so sorry that this cycle has been disappointing so far. I am thinking of you and hoping that those 3 surprise you with good news!
everyone else, happy tuesday!!
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Me too!! Bright, the no warning thing sucks but it will happen for you soon, and I felt so much better both physically and emotionally afterwards. Hope you do too!
MP -- YAY!!! So excited for you! (hops over to JBP to look for the referenced picture) -- so cute!! & looking like a baby, not just a bean!
Jen -- I'm so sorry that this cycle has been disappointing so far. I am thinking of you and hoping that those 3 surprise you with good news!
everyone else, happy tuesday!!
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Enbc, thanks! It's weird-I've been having mild cramps/twinges for a couple of weeks & keep thinking it must be af, but so far she's a no show. I'm starting to get a bit concerned, but I guess I'm still in the normal range.
Sorry your chart has been so crazy this month. It seems there were a lot of contributing factors. I hear ya about having mixed feelings about the idea of getting a bfp. Me too. I worry it would be crazy stressful considering last time.
Here's hoping we're both blessed with sticky beans soon. Hugs to you.
Tammy, glad to hear your test results came back well. Don't worry so much about the number (I know, easier said than done.) I have a feeling you'll be outta here soon. Congrats on the lifestyle changes & weight loss, btw! I'll bet that will help things move along more quickly.
Puppmom, yeah, I like a little warning too! The lack of it & feeling af can come any day has me a bit anxious.
Mp, yeah, hope my body is back on track soon. Sigh.
So excited about your news. Are you & dh celebrating tonight? Are you still feeling good?
Jgator, can't wait until your next u/s! So exciting! How are you feeling?
Jen, so sorry about your news. I don't know much about the IVF process but hoping your 3 blastocysts are healthy & your 2ww is as stress free as possible. Hugs.
Mlk, yep it does feel odd hoping for af! Sounds like things are working smoothly on your end. And hey, it only takes 1! Fingers crossed for you!
Mia, it's entirely possible your body functions better at a slightly heavier weight. If your BMI is healthy, why sweat it?
When I started temping, I didn't know you had to use a bbt. I loved my regular digital thermometer & was totally bummed when I had to switch. So I understand. I'm so sorry about Oliver. Hugs. Care to post a pic of your new pup? (bbt in mouth not necessary)
Dandi, hope you & your dh had a nice weekend together to relax & reconnect. Did you o?
Hi to prana, hot, Trekkie & anyone else I missed.
Afm, I had a nice visit with my family. I was worried I'd be pretty sad since I wasn't able to give my dad the birthday gift I wanted (news that he'll be a grandparent soon) but I was ok. I also confided in my grandmother & told her (in broad strokes) what we've been going through. She was really supportive & swore secrecy (I haven't told my parents as I don't want them to worry). She also said her hormones were off too (this is how I phrased it) & it took her 2 years to get pregnant with my mom, who is also an only child like me. She said they gave her "medicine" (don't know what kind) that really helped & things happened quickly after that. She did have 1 miscarriage but quickly became pregnant with my mom afterward. So I find this encouraging (except the part about the 2 years of trying!) She & I are extremely close & it was good to be able to talk to her about all of this.
Enbc, thanks! It's weird-I've been having mild cramps/twinges for a couple of weeks & keep thinking it must be af, but so far she's a no show. I'm starting to get a bit concerned, but I guess I'm still in the normal range.
Sorry your chart has been so crazy this month. It seems there were a lot of contributing factors. I hear ya about having mixed feelings about the idea of getting a bfp. Me too. I worry it would be crazy stressful considering last time.
Here's hoping we're both blessed with sticky beans soon. Hugs to you.
Tammy, glad to hear your test results came back well. Don't worry so much about the number (I know, easier said than done.) I have a feeling you'll be outta here soon. Congrats on the lifestyle changes & weight loss, btw! I'll bet that will help things move along more quickly.
Puppmom, yeah, I like a little warning too! The lack of it & feeling af can come any day has me a bit anxious.
Mp, yeah, hope my body is back on track soon. Sigh.
So excited about your news. Are you & dh celebrating tonight? Are you still feeling good?
Jgator, can't wait until your next u/s! So exciting! How are you feeling?
Jen, so sorry about your news. I don't know much about the IVF process but hoping your 3 blastocysts are healthy & your 2ww is as stress free as possible. Hugs.
Mlk, yep it does feel odd hoping for af! Sounds like things are working smoothly on your end. And hey, it only takes 1! Fingers crossed for you!
Mia, it's entirely possible your body functions better at a slightly heavier weight. If your BMI is healthy, why sweat it?
When I started temping, I didn't know you had to use a bbt. I loved my regular digital thermometer & was totally bummed when I had to switch. So I understand. I'm so sorry about Oliver. Hugs. Care to post a pic of your new pup? (bbt in mouth not necessary)
Dandi, hope you & your dh had a nice weekend together to relax & reconnect. Did you o?
Hi to prana, hot, Trekkie & anyone else I missed.
Afm, I had a nice visit with my family. I was worried I'd be pretty sad since I wasn't able to give my dad the birthday gift I wanted (news that he'll be a grandparent soon) but I was ok. I also confided in my grandmother & told her (in broad strokes) what we've been going through. She was really supportive & swore secrecy (I haven't told my parents as I don't want them to worry). She also said her hormones were off too (this is how I phrased it) & it took her 2 years to get pregnant with my mom, who is also an only child like me. She said they gave her "medicine" (don't know what kind) that really helped & things happened quickly after that. She did have 1 miscarriage but quickly became pregnant with my mom afterward. So I find this encouraging (except the part about the 2 years of trying!) She & I are extremely close & it was good to be able to talk to her about all of this.
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Hello, ladies. Hope you don't mind if I join in. I've been lurking on this thread on and off for quite some time and finally got the urge to start posting.
First off, big, big congrats to MP and JGator! After following your stories, I'm so very happy that things are going well for both of you. For those of you hanging in there after several months of TTC or who have just recently taken the plunge, I'm looking forward to getting to know you and cheering you on.
Some background on me - I'm 36, hubs is 39. We've been together for about 4 years and married since October 2010. Went off BC right around the time of our wedding, started charting a month or so later, was pleased to see I have fairly regular cycles. Didn't actually TTC until a few months after that. After 6 months, no success, but I was hesitant to do any sort of fertility testing. Not sure why - just didn't feel right to me at the time (despite my very supportive OB suggesting it). Few months after that, still no success. Started to feel like testing might be a good idea, but still wasn't ready for it emotionally/mentally. I told myself (and my DH) that if we weren't pregnant by the end of 2011, we'd go to see the doc.
Lo and behold, on December 26th, I got a BFP. Even though I shouldn't have been shocked, I was (I guess after 10 months of BFNs, I just sort of came to expect them). I was also thrilled, but yet in the back of my head, I tried not to get too excited. But it was hard not to. Within a few weeks, we had already decided on our boy and girl names. I started looking at bigger car options to replace my 2-door hatchback. I couldn't help myself. Anyway... My first ultrasound was scheduled for 10 weeks. At the ultrasound, there was no heartbeat, and we were told the baby had stopped growing at about 7 weeks. When we got the news, my husband just squeezed my hand, and silent tears fell from my eyes. Five weeks ago, I had a D&C.
I know some of you current TTCers have had MCs, and I just want to say that reading your posts has been very therapeutic for me - so I thank you for that. It has meant a lot to me to read your stories.
At this point, I'm still waiting for good 'ole AF to come back, and our plan is to start trying again as soon as possible. I'm excited and hopeful for that, but there's a small part of me dreading the ups and downs of living my life in 2 week increments again.
Anyway... thanks for reading. Feels good to be able to share this with people who can, in some way, relate to it.
Hello, ladies. Hope you don't mind if I join in. I've been lurking on this thread on and off for quite some time and finally got the urge to start posting.
First off, big, big congrats to MP and JGator! After following your stories, I'm so very happy that things are going well for both of you. For those of you hanging in there after several months of TTC or who have just recently taken the plunge, I'm looking forward to getting to know you and cheering you on.
Some background on me - I'm 36, hubs is 39. We've been together for about 4 years and married since October 2010. Went off BC right around the time of our wedding, started charting a month or so later, was pleased to see I have fairly regular cycles. Didn't actually TTC until a few months after that. After 6 months, no success, but I was hesitant to do any sort of fertility testing. Not sure why - just didn't feel right to me at the time (despite my very supportive OB suggesting it). Few months after that, still no success. Started to feel like testing might be a good idea, but still wasn't ready for it emotionally/mentally. I told myself (and my DH) that if we weren't pregnant by the end of 2011, we'd go to see the doc.
Lo and behold, on December 26th, I got a BFP. Even though I shouldn't have been shocked, I was (I guess after 10 months of BFNs, I just sort of came to expect them). I was also thrilled, but yet in the back of my head, I tried not to get too excited. But it was hard not to. Within a few weeks, we had already decided on our boy and girl names. I started looking at bigger car options to replace my 2-door hatchback. I couldn't help myself. Anyway... My first ultrasound was scheduled for 10 weeks. At the ultrasound, there was no heartbeat, and we were told the baby had stopped growing at about 7 weeks. When we got the news, my husband just squeezed my hand, and silent tears fell from my eyes. Five weeks ago, I had a D&C.
I know some of you current TTCers have had MCs, and I just want to say that reading your posts has been very therapeutic for me - so I thank you for that. It has meant a lot to me to read your stories.
At this point, I'm still waiting for good 'ole AF to come back, and our plan is to start trying again as soon as possible. I'm excited and hopeful for that, but there's a small part of me dreading the ups and downs of living my life in 2 week increments again.
Anyway... thanks for reading. Feels good to be able to share this with people who can, in some way, relate to it.
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CurlySue, welcome!
I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you. Our stories are very similar. The wonderful ladies on this board have been a tremendous source of support for me through this journey & I hope posting here is as helpful to you too. Wishing you a sticky, healthy bean very soon!
CurlySue, welcome!
I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you. Our stories are very similar. The wonderful ladies on this board have been a tremendous source of support for me through this journey & I hope posting here is as helpful to you too. Wishing you a sticky, healthy bean very soon!
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Bright, glad you had a nice trip to see your family and that you were able to confide in your grandmother. I really think AF will be here before you know it. I am feeling fine. Not too many symptoms - just slight cramping from time to time.
CurlySue, welcome! I am so sorry for your loss. I completely relate to what you have been through as I had the same thing happen at my 10 week ultrasound. And, it has me quite nervous for this pregnancy, but I am trying to be optimistic and not let that experience put a damper on this one. I hope AF shows for you too soon. Do you think you will see an RE now?
Bright, glad you had a nice trip to see your family and that you were able to confide in your grandmother. I really think AF will be here before you know it. I am feeling fine. Not too many symptoms - just slight cramping from time to time.
CurlySue, welcome! I am so sorry for your loss. I completely relate to what you have been through as I had the same thing happen at my 10 week ultrasound. And, it has me quite nervous for this pregnancy, but I am trying to be optimistic and not let that experience put a damper on this one. I hope AF shows for you too soon. Do you think you will see an RE now?
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Bright, thanks for the welcome... and yes, I noticed that we had several similarites in our TTC journeys. Saw your last post after I posted, and that conversation you had with your grandmother must have been reassuring in many ways. I'm sure it also helps knowing you have support from someone you are so close to.
JGator, thanks to you as well for the welcome. I would imagine that it's hard to fight off the nerves, but it sounds like you have every reason to be optimistic right now!
To answer your question, at this point, I am going to give it a few more months before seeing an RE. At my post-D&C appointment, I did discuss the possibility of taking the next step with fertility testing with my OB, who I trust (not only due to our relationship, but also b/c she herself had fertility issues and eventually got pregnant through IVF). She said she does feel optimistic about our chances and that if we don't get pregnant within 3 months of trying to call her.
I have mixed feelings about it at the moment. I think if I start to feel impatient or frustrated before we reach 3 months of trying again, I will probably call sooner to try to move things forward.
Bright, thanks for the welcome... and yes, I noticed that we had several similarites in our TTC journeys. Saw your last post after I posted, and that conversation you had with your grandmother must have been reassuring in many ways. I'm sure it also helps knowing you have support from someone you are so close to.
JGator, thanks to you as well for the welcome. I would imagine that it's hard to fight off the nerves, but it sounds like you have every reason to be optimistic right now!
To answer your question, at this point, I am going to give it a few more months before seeing an RE. At my post-D&C appointment, I did discuss the possibility of taking the next step with fertility testing with my OB, who I trust (not only due to our relationship, but also b/c she herself had fertility issues and eventually got pregnant through IVF). She said she does feel optimistic about our chances and that if we don't get pregnant within 3 months of trying to call her.
I have mixed feelings about it at the moment. I think if I start to feel impatient or frustrated before we reach 3 months of trying again, I will probably call sooner to try to move things forward.
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Hi CurlySue and welcome! I'm so sorry for your loss hon, we're all here to support you and I hope hope hope your stay here is very short!
Hi Bright, I'm glad you enjoyed your time with your family. Sorrry to hear it was a bit tough on you emotionally, but it really sounds like you have a supportive and loving family. And no, no o yet! I'm getting impatient
MP!!! Your bean is WAY cute!!!!!!!!!
I'm so rapt for you!!
Thinking of you Jen, and hoping those 3 little eggies produce some amazing news for you and your DH! Hugs and dust dust DUST!!
Hello hello to JGator, mlk, tammy, enbcfsobe, Trekkie, mia, LtlF, Prana, HOT and anyone I may have missed I hope you're all well!
AFM, I'm a bit baffled... last cycle I o'ed on CD14 with a strong positive OPK. My cycles have been so regular, and I'm now on CD 15 with no positive OPK yet
I've been testing morning and night so I don't miss the surge, but so far nothing! Grrrr.
Hi CurlySue and welcome! I'm so sorry for your loss hon, we're all here to support you and I hope hope hope your stay here is very short!
Hi Bright, I'm glad you enjoyed your time with your family. Sorrry to hear it was a bit tough on you emotionally, but it really sounds like you have a supportive and loving family. And no, no o yet! I'm getting impatient
MP!!! Your bean is WAY cute!!!!!!!!!
I'm so rapt for you!!Thinking of you Jen, and hoping those 3 little eggies produce some amazing news for you and your DH! Hugs and dust dust DUST!!
Hello hello to JGator, mlk, tammy, enbcfsobe, Trekkie, mia, LtlF, Prana, HOT and anyone I may have missed
I hope you're all well!AFM, I'm a bit baffled... last cycle I o'ed on CD14 with a strong positive OPK. My cycles have been so regular, and I'm now on CD 15 with no positive OPK yet
I've been testing morning and night so I don't miss the surge, but so far nothing! Grrrr.
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I always had 29 day cycles with ovulation on CD 15 (based on cramping). The first month I used OPKs I had a 33 day cycle with ovulation on CD19. Sometimes the body just wants to do its own thing!
DandiAndi|1331731472|3148323 said:AFM, I'm a bit baffled... last cycle I o'ed on CD14 with a strong positive OPK. My cycles have been so regular, and I'm now on CD 15 with no positive OPK yet
I always had 29 day cycles with ovulation on CD 15 (based on cramping). The first month I used OPKs I had a 33 day cycle with ovulation on CD19. Sometimes the body just wants to do its own thing!
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I wanted to drop in real quick and say MP, I am just so so thrilled for you!! You can finally start easing into relaxing and enjoying your pregnancy. I know it's been quite a road for you and was so glad to see good news from your u/s.
I spoke with my RE last night. I'll come back and update and do a longer post.
I wanted to drop in real quick and say MP, I am just so so thrilled for you!! You can finally start easing into relaxing and enjoying your pregnancy. I know it's been quite a road for you and was so glad to see good news from your u/s.
I spoke with my RE last night. I'll come back and update and do a longer post.
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Dandi, I always ovulate on day 12 or 13 (in the 8 or 10 cycles I've charted) but last month didn't until cd 16. I *think* O was postponed due to illness. I was ill (with fever and took meds including ibuprofen) from day 9-12. I think it was either the illness or the fact that I was taking Ibuprofren around the clock. I've heard that can delay ovulation.
Dandi, I always ovulate on day 12 or 13 (in the 8 or 10 cycles I've charted) but last month didn't until cd 16. I *think* O was postponed due to illness. I was ill (with fever and took meds including ibuprofen) from day 9-12. I think it was either the illness or the fact that I was taking Ibuprofren around the clock. I've heard that can delay ovulation.
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Just dropping in to check up on everyone and I just wanted to say -Trekkie - I feel you honey. My cycles were 60-70 days this fall / winter and it just sucks waiting so long and wondering what's going on. For me, apparently, a little over a month on metformin did the trick. Not sure where you are in PCOS treatment but I would definitely try met and see where you are in a few months.
My comment is meant to be a 'don't give up hope' because I apparently ovulated on something like CD40 and got PG so it can happen, even when it happens late!
Just dropping in to check up on everyone and I just wanted to say -Trekkie - I feel you honey. My cycles were 60-70 days this fall / winter and it just sucks waiting so long and wondering what's going on. For me, apparently, a little over a month on metformin did the trick. Not sure where you are in PCOS treatment but I would definitely try met and see where you are in a few months.
My comment is meant to be a 'don't give up hope' because I apparently ovulated on something like CD40 and got PG so it can happen, even when it happens late!
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Thanks, missrachelk! I thought I had ovulated at CD12 but that was just on temperatures, not OPKs. I am not using OPKs but have just recently bought a little "lipstick microscope". I'm so eager for AF to get here and leave so that I can start using all my toys!
DandiAndi - Good luck with the OPKs! Maybe you and your DH can do the "every second day" thing and see if that works?
missrachelk|1331810104|3149107 said:
Thanks, missrachelk! I thought I had ovulated at CD12 but that was just on temperatures, not OPKs. I am not using OPKs but have just recently bought a little "lipstick microscope". I'm so eager for AF to get here and leave so that I can start using all my toys!
DandiAndi - Good luck with the OPKs! Maybe you and your DH can do the "every second day" thing and see if that works?
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Hi Ladies,
Sorry I've been so quiet lately! I'm trying to just settle down a bit again now that we have done the preliminary lab work and it's all come back fine. It feels VERY weird to not OPK or check CM, etc. because I've been doing that since October. It's just part of my month! I'm temping still just to confirm ovulation in case we need further testing, but that's about it. DH and I will make sure that we cover our bases as usual now that I'm heading into my fertile window but I have no idea when I'll ovulate. It could be in two days, it could be in a week. Why is that uncomfortable to me? I'm too much of a control freak.
I hope that everyone is doing well - AF's coming for those that want it, staying away for those that don't! I don't know if we have many in the TWW right now besides Jen, do we? Jen, I'm definitely sending healthy green light biopsy prayers and dust your way on a daily basis.
It's interesting seeing people come and go on this thread. I'm very happy for everyone that's gotten their BFP and it's fun to "meet" new ladies that are beginning the TTC journey/coming out of lurkdome (yay!). It is weird though to realize that I've been here the longest I think, except for Bright (oh Bright, I so hope that AF comes and goes quickly so you can get your BFP!!!). I'm just ready, you know?
Hi Ladies,
Sorry I've been so quiet lately! I'm trying to just settle down a bit again now that we have done the preliminary lab work and it's all come back fine. It feels VERY weird to not OPK or check CM, etc. because I've been doing that since October. It's just part of my month! I'm temping still just to confirm ovulation in case we need further testing, but that's about it. DH and I will make sure that we cover our bases as usual now that I'm heading into my fertile window but I have no idea when I'll ovulate. It could be in two days, it could be in a week. Why is that uncomfortable to me? I'm too much of a control freak.
I hope that everyone is doing well - AF's coming for those that want it, staying away for those that don't! I don't know if we have many in the TWW right now besides Jen, do we? Jen, I'm definitely sending healthy green light biopsy prayers and dust your way on a daily basis.
It's interesting seeing people come and go on this thread. I'm very happy for everyone that's gotten their BFP and it's fun to "meet" new ladies that are beginning the TTC journey/coming out of lurkdome (yay!). It is weird though to realize that I've been here the longest I think, except for Bright (oh Bright, I so hope that AF comes and goes quickly so you can get your BFP!!!). I'm just ready, you know?
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Trekkie, I mostly lurk but I just wanted to pop in when I read this. Last summer, I had a random looong cycle (56 days, I think) for no apparent reason. I took a couple pregnancy tests along the way and they were always negative, and then AF finally just showed up one day. The following cycle was a little longer than usual, too, but they went back to normal after that. Are you under a lot of stress? That can sometimes wreak havoc with O -- I think this is what happened to me, but it's not exactly something that they can test for so I don't know. I hope this cycle ends soon for you, though!
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Trekkie, I mostly lurk but I just wanted to pop in when I read this. Last summer, I had a random looong cycle (56 days, I think) for no apparent reason. I took a couple pregnancy tests along the way and they were always negative, and then AF finally just showed up one day. The following cycle was a little longer than usual, too, but they went back to normal after that. Are you under a lot of stress? That can sometimes wreak havoc with O -- I think this is what happened to me, but it's not exactly something that they can test for so I don't know. I hope this cycle ends soon for you, though!
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CurlySue -- welcome!! i am so very sorry for your loss. it seems like many of us have experienced a loss at some stage, and it can be so very isolating. everyone here is so very supportive, so you should feel free to participate as much or as little as you wish. sounds like you have a plan in place and hope you are successful soon!
Tammy -- i hear you on the control! but i'm so glad everything came back normal for you. hopefully it will be your time next!
Everyone i missed -- hugs and hello to all!
AFM not much to report. Halfway through TWW. (tick-tock-tick-tock...)
CurlySue -- welcome!! i am so very sorry for your loss. it seems like many of us have experienced a loss at some stage, and it can be so very isolating. everyone here is so very supportive, so you should feel free to participate as much or as little as you wish. sounds like you have a plan in place and hope you are successful soon!
Tammy -- i hear you on the control! but i'm so glad everything came back normal for you. hopefully it will be your time next!
Everyone i missed -- hugs and hello to all!
AFM not much to report. Halfway through TWW. (tick-tock-tick-tock...)
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Hey, ladies! Happy Thursday! Not sure where everyone is from, but... man, the weather here (Chicagoland) is GORGEOUS! Easy to smile when the sun's out and it feels like spring.
Jen - Hope you are hanging in there and handling your 2ww well. Would love to hear how the conversation with your RE went.
Trekkie - I had read about those microscopes you mentioned. Dying to hear how it works for you!
Tammy - Your comment about missing your OPKs cracked me up. It is so weird how it becomes addictive! I am the same way in that I'm an information junkie. The more tests I can take or the more data I can gather, the better I feel!
Enbc - Thanks for your kind words. Also, I don't think I realized you were in the 2ww. How long will you wait to test? Are you an early-tester or a wait-it-outer?
AFM, I don't want to jinx it, but... I've had some spotting today and think AF may be on her way! <insert celebratory happy dance here.> I am crossing my fingers that's the case, anyway, because I'm ready to get back in the game... AND, I would also love to attribute my recent breakouts and bloating to her arrival.
Hey, ladies! Happy Thursday! Not sure where everyone is from, but... man, the weather here (Chicagoland) is GORGEOUS! Easy to smile when the sun's out and it feels like spring.
Jen - Hope you are hanging in there and handling your 2ww well. Would love to hear how the conversation with your RE went.
Trekkie - I had read about those microscopes you mentioned. Dying to hear how it works for you!
Tammy - Your comment about missing your OPKs cracked me up. It is so weird how it becomes addictive! I am the same way in that I'm an information junkie. The more tests I can take or the more data I can gather, the better I feel!
Enbc - Thanks for your kind words. Also, I don't think I realized you were in the 2ww. How long will you wait to test? Are you an early-tester or a wait-it-outer?
AFM, I don't want to jinx it, but... I've had some spotting today and think AF may be on her way! <insert celebratory happy dance here.> I am crossing my fingers that's the case, anyway, because I'm ready to get back in the game... AND, I would also love to attribute my recent breakouts and bloating to her arrival.
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Tammy, lady, I know exactly where you are coming from. It's hard to feel left behind. I was posting on the TTC thread for nearly a year before I finally got a BFP, and in that time, so many people came and went, and it really felt like it would never happen for me. I still can't believe it is finally happening. Given all of the positive results you have gotten from your tests, I just know it is going to happen for you. It's frustrating when it doesn't happen on your timetable, but I really hope it is just around the corner for you.
Tammy, lady, I know exactly where you are coming from. It's hard to feel left behind. I was posting on the TTC thread for nearly a year before I finally got a BFP, and in that time, so many people came and went, and it really felt like it would never happen for me. I still can't believe it is finally happening. Given all of the positive results you have gotten from your tests, I just know it is going to happen for you. It's frustrating when it doesn't happen on your timetable, but I really hope it is just around the corner for you.
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CurlySue -- i'm trying really hard to be a wait-it-outer. both bfps were around 12 or 13 DPO anyway and previous tests before that were negative so there's not much point in testing too early. plus the earlier i test if its a bfp the more betas they draw the more agonizing i do over test results, so my RE suggested i wait as long as i can to test. glad the weather's nice in Chicago -- it can be crapola this time of year there! we're headed there at the end of the month (DH's hometown) and i'm hoping it will be much nicer than the last time we were there in the early spring.
Trekkie -- i've not heard about these microscopes. is it to test cm or pee or something else? how does it work? are the expensive? i'm intrigued.
Jen -- thinking of you and hoping you are feeling ok. this must be so nerve wracking.
CurlySue -- i'm trying really hard to be a wait-it-outer. both bfps were around 12 or 13 DPO anyway and previous tests before that were negative so there's not much point in testing too early. plus the earlier i test if its a bfp the more betas they draw the more agonizing i do over test results, so my RE suggested i wait as long as i can to test. glad the weather's nice in Chicago -- it can be crapola this time of year there! we're headed there at the end of the month (DH's hometown) and i'm hoping it will be much nicer than the last time we were there in the early spring.
Trekkie -- i've not heard about these microscopes. is it to test cm or pee or something else? how does it work? are the expensive? i'm intrigued.
Jen -- thinking of you and hoping you are feeling ok. this must be so nerve wracking.
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I have used the ovu scope type thing. I found it a little ambiguous for my tastes but basically you use saliva on it and look for "ferning" patterns. Ideally you'll have no ferning when not fertile at all, partial ferning leading up to and then full ferning when you're at peak fertility. I don't know if mine really worked or not, I wasn't able to let myself trust my own interpretations, I prefer POAS but it does cost less.
I have used the ovu scope type thing. I found it a little ambiguous for my tastes but basically you use saliva on it and look for "ferning" patterns. Ideally you'll have no ferning when not fertile at all, partial ferning leading up to and then full ferning when you're at peak fertility. I don't know if mine really worked or not, I wasn't able to let myself trust my own interpretations, I prefer POAS but it does cost less.
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Hi Ladies, Sorry to be MIA lately, ahve had a crazy busy week at work, working all last weekend and most nights each day last week and early this week...argh
Bright, how frustrating that AF hasn't shown up and you can move on to a new chapter. Hope you are holding up ok.
Jen, any more new on your 3 eggies? I really hope all 3 are thriving and growing!
enbcfscobe, TWW buddies! Are you feeling any symtoms yet? Fingers crossed for you this cycle.
Dandi, how annoying that O has been delayed this month. I didn't O this cycle until CD23, so just hang in there (easier said than done, I was a stressed mess while waiting). Are you having any other signs that it might be on its way?
Tammy, good to hear your blood test results all appear normal. I'm sure your time is just around the corner and you will be joinging the JBP thread very soon. I hope that is true for the rest of us too.
Trekkie, no need to go back into lurkdom, post here anytime.
Curly, welcome to the thread and sorry to hear of your struggles thus far. I hope your stay is short and sweet!
Hi to JGator and Monkey, our two resident mamas
AFM, 7DPO today, I have been feeling little funny twinges in my left side since 3DPO, but am sure it is all in my head. Had a temp drop today, so I am not sure what is going on. Would like to think it is implantation, but today no twinges. Here is my chart if anyone has any comments...
My Ovulation Chart
Hi Ladies, Sorry to be MIA lately, ahve had a crazy busy week at work, working all last weekend and most nights each day last week and early this week...argh
Bright, how frustrating that AF hasn't shown up and you can move on to a new chapter. Hope you are holding up ok.
Jen, any more new on your 3 eggies? I really hope all 3 are thriving and growing!
enbcfscobe, TWW buddies! Are you feeling any symtoms yet? Fingers crossed for you this cycle.
Dandi, how annoying that O has been delayed this month. I didn't O this cycle until CD23, so just hang in there (easier said than done, I was a stressed mess while waiting). Are you having any other signs that it might be on its way?
Tammy, good to hear your blood test results all appear normal. I'm sure your time is just around the corner and you will be joinging the JBP thread very soon. I hope that is true for the rest of us too.
Trekkie, no need to go back into lurkdom, post here anytime.
Curly, welcome to the thread and sorry to hear of your struggles thus far. I hope your stay is short and sweet!
Hi to JGator and Monkey, our two resident mamas
AFM, 7DPO today, I have been feeling little funny twinges in my left side since 3DPO, but am sure it is all in my head. Had a temp drop today, so I am not sure what is going on. Would like to think it is implantation, but today no twinges. Here is my chart if anyone has any comments...
My Ovulation Chart
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Re: The Official TTC Thread!
Hey everyone,
Thank you all for keeping me in your thoughts. It means a lot.
mlk - it sounds promising! But, I know how it feels to analyze everything in the TWW, and I kinda want to do that for you too!... but here's hoping this is really it for you!
Enbc - thank you for your kind words. I hope the second half of your TWW goes quickly. (And ends with happy news!)
CurlySue - Welcome! I wish you could be welcomed under easier circumstances. I'm sorry you had to go through what you did. I wish only sticky beans for you for the future. I hope AF is on her way!
Tammy - Thanks so much for the biopsy prayers, I need 'em! I hear you about being ready! (to graduate from the TTC thread). I know I haven't been on this board consistently throughout my journey, though I've lurked, but know I do understand the feeling. It is tough in "real life" too to have friend after friend get pregnant so easily and to be going through what DH and I are. I hope it's both of our time to join JBP very soon.
MP - just want to let you know I saw the pick of your little bean in JBP, how heart warming. Just want to let you know again how happy I am for you.
Dandi - Thank you so much for your dust. I hope you and your DH catch your egg this month!
Bright - I was glad to read you were able to confide in your grandmother. It must have been a slight weight off your shoulders to be able to share that with a family member and to get some encouraging feedback. Gosh, I hope AF rears her ugly head soon.
AFM - Well, I am hanging in there the best I can. I'm not sure if I should be staying positive and optimistic or be steeling myself for bad news. I spoke to my RE for a bit on Tuesday. She understood my disappointment and acknowledged she was pretty surprised by the results of the cycle. She actually thinks something was awry with my egg quality... that maybe it wasn't the best stimulation protocol and I ended up with a great quantity but not the best quality. But then she also alluded to the idea that maybe they had me do my trigger injection a day too late. (They were on the fence, actually told me they were prob going to do it on Sat, then changed their minds and decided to "let it go one more day".) She kind of implied this could have overdone my eggs or something. I don't know. There is so much to think about, and the whole process is largely trial and error for them. She said often they learn a lot from the first cycle and make adjustments going forward.
Well, I told her with all do respect I completely understand that, but it's devastating to me that we are nearly at the end of our insurance coverage rope and may need to find a way to come up with cash to do another cycle.
But, I suppose that is getting ahead of things as I do have 3 embryos on ice that I'm waiting to hear about.
My RE was extremely compassionate, but I do feel like she wasn't on the same page as me with my concerns about possible sperm DNA fragmentation. She said those tests are not very reliable. Hmm. But, she said since it seemed psychologically important to me to look into things more, she referred us to a urologist who specializes in male infertility. My clinic is going to order some additional bloodwork for DH to do so that by the time we go to the urologist in 4 weeks he will have lots of information. I appreciate her "humoring" me on this subject even if she doesn't personally feel it's necessary.
For now, just waiting on the biopsy results. I am so glad, even though it was ridiculously expensive & out of pocket, that we decided beforehand to biopsy our embryos, because I don't think I would have felt confident transferring any otherwise after we had lost the 19 others.
I spoke to my nurse today who told me to get some co Q-10, which may help with egg quality and start taking it. Besides that she said to call her on Day 1 of my next period. No signs of that so far.
Sigh. This is tough because my clinic is considered one of the best in the country and is a very large practice with tons of cases each year. I have always felt grateful to be going there, and it's not that I've lost all faith in them, but now I do feel a little disillusioned.
Hey everyone,
Thank you all for keeping me in your thoughts. It means a lot.
mlk - it sounds promising! But, I know how it feels to analyze everything in the TWW, and I kinda want to do that for you too!... but here's hoping this is really it for you!
Enbc - thank you for your kind words. I hope the second half of your TWW goes quickly. (And ends with happy news!)
CurlySue - Welcome! I wish you could be welcomed under easier circumstances. I'm sorry you had to go through what you did. I wish only sticky beans for you for the future. I hope AF is on her way!
Tammy - Thanks so much for the biopsy prayers, I need 'em! I hear you about being ready! (to graduate from the TTC thread). I know I haven't been on this board consistently throughout my journey, though I've lurked, but know I do understand the feeling. It is tough in "real life" too to have friend after friend get pregnant so easily and to be going through what DH and I are. I hope it's both of our time to join JBP very soon.
MP - just want to let you know I saw the pick of your little bean in JBP, how heart warming. Just want to let you know again how happy I am for you.
Dandi - Thank you so much for your dust. I hope you and your DH catch your egg this month!
Bright - I was glad to read you were able to confide in your grandmother. It must have been a slight weight off your shoulders to be able to share that with a family member and to get some encouraging feedback. Gosh, I hope AF rears her ugly head soon.
AFM - Well, I am hanging in there the best I can. I'm not sure if I should be staying positive and optimistic or be steeling myself for bad news. I spoke to my RE for a bit on Tuesday. She understood my disappointment and acknowledged she was pretty surprised by the results of the cycle. She actually thinks something was awry with my egg quality... that maybe it wasn't the best stimulation protocol and I ended up with a great quantity but not the best quality. But then she also alluded to the idea that maybe they had me do my trigger injection a day too late. (They were on the fence, actually told me they were prob going to do it on Sat, then changed their minds and decided to "let it go one more day".) She kind of implied this could have overdone my eggs or something. I don't know. There is so much to think about, and the whole process is largely trial and error for them. She said often they learn a lot from the first cycle and make adjustments going forward.
Well, I told her with all do respect I completely understand that, but it's devastating to me that we are nearly at the end of our insurance coverage rope and may need to find a way to come up with cash to do another cycle.
But, I suppose that is getting ahead of things as I do have 3 embryos on ice that I'm waiting to hear about.
My RE was extremely compassionate, but I do feel like she wasn't on the same page as me with my concerns about possible sperm DNA fragmentation. She said those tests are not very reliable. Hmm. But, she said since it seemed psychologically important to me to look into things more, she referred us to a urologist who specializes in male infertility. My clinic is going to order some additional bloodwork for DH to do so that by the time we go to the urologist in 4 weeks he will have lots of information. I appreciate her "humoring" me on this subject even if she doesn't personally feel it's necessary.
For now, just waiting on the biopsy results. I am so glad, even though it was ridiculously expensive & out of pocket, that we decided beforehand to biopsy our embryos, because I don't think I would have felt confident transferring any otherwise after we had lost the 19 others.
I spoke to my nurse today who told me to get some co Q-10, which may help with egg quality and start taking it. Besides that she said to call her on Day 1 of my next period. No signs of that so far.
Sigh. This is tough because my clinic is considered one of the best in the country and is a very large practice with tons of cases each year. I have always felt grateful to be going there, and it's not that I've lost all faith in them, but now I do feel a little disillusioned.
monkeyprincess
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Jen, thanks for the sweet comment about the ultrasound pic. I just wanted to say that I'm thinking about you, and I'm so sorry about how this cycle played out for you. It is so frustrating that it is such a trial and error process, even more so because of the financial aspect. I guess it is somewhat good to know there may be an explanation for why so many of the fertilized eggs didn't develop properly in case you need to go through another IVF cycle. But you can add me to the list of those that are praying you hear good news about your 3 embryos.
Bright, I forgot to mention that I'm so happy to hear you were able to confide in your grandmother, and that she was a good support for you. It is way to heavy of a burden to carry alone, so I'm glad you have a few people in your life who are there to support you.
Jen, thanks for the sweet comment about the ultrasound pic. I just wanted to say that I'm thinking about you, and I'm so sorry about how this cycle played out for you. It is so frustrating that it is such a trial and error process, even more so because of the financial aspect. I guess it is somewhat good to know there may be an explanation for why so many of the fertilized eggs didn't develop properly in case you need to go through another IVF cycle. But you can add me to the list of those that are praying you hear good news about your 3 embryos.
Bright, I forgot to mention that I'm so happy to hear you were able to confide in your grandmother, and that she was a good support for you. It is way to heavy of a burden to carry alone, so I'm glad you have a few people in your life who are there to support you.
mlk
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Re: The Official TTC Thread!
Jen, oh I can't believe how composed you are remaining after what your RE alluded to. I apologise for my lack of knoweldge, but what is the purpose of the biopsies, is it to find out why the others failed?
Just on COQ10, I ahve also heard that Royal Jelly is helpful in improving the quality of eggs. I have just started on both as a preventative measure as I have no idea what my eggs are like.
Have you been given any timeframe when you will know whether the 3 remaining are viable?
I have all my fingers and toes crossed for you this cycle
Jen, oh I can't believe how composed you are remaining after what your RE alluded to. I apologise for my lack of knoweldge, but what is the purpose of the biopsies, is it to find out why the others failed?
Just on COQ10, I ahve also heard that Royal Jelly is helpful in improving the quality of eggs. I have just started on both as a preventative measure as I have no idea what my eggs are like.
Have you been given any timeframe when you will know whether the 3 remaining are viable?
I have all my fingers and toes crossed for you this cycle
enbcfsobe
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Re: The Official TTC Thread!
Jen -- I agree I am so impressed that you've kept such a cool head about this. I have been consistently horrified and furious at what seems to be an overall haphazard trial-and-error approach to fertility diagnoses and treatment when it impacts us so deeply on not only financial but physical and emotional levels. Kudos to you for keeping some perspective -- I find it nearly impossible. We are all, of course, hoping that one of the remaining three ends up being your bfp.
mlk -- I'm so bad at keeping track of everyone -- didn't realize we're tww buddies right now! as described below my temp dropped today as well but still keeping fingers crossed for us both!
Bright -- its so important to have someone in your family to confide in. glad you were able to talk to your grandma and even get some more information about your family history.
tammy -- interesting about the microscope. i'm not sure i'd trust my readings on something like that either. i can barely figure out which line is darker on the opk (one reason i gave up on them).
everyone else happy Friday!!
AFM, had a crappy night's sleep woken by meowing cats and night sweats. I was literally mopping sweat off my inner elbows and back with the corner of the sheet (sorry TMI). I temped when I woke anyway and it was 97.5 (down from 98.1 yesterday). I was so startled by it I took it again right away -- 97.7. So 97.5 is right about at the cover line (though not sure how accurate the coverline was given poor sleep earlier in the cycle and some strangely high temps early on). Today is CD 22, approx 8-9 DPO. I've had some short cycles before so it could be impending AF. This would be bad news on my luteal phase, perhaps confirming my earlier suspicions. This is my first cycle charting so I don't have any frame of reference. No other particular symptoms yet other than fatigue, but I have been sleeping so poorly I don't think that really counts. I guess I'll just have to wait until tomorrow AM to find out how close to AF I am (barring her arrival during the day today)!
I also am starting to worry that I'm going lactose intolerant. Had a milkshake last night (homemade - a specialty of DH's) and subsequently had (sorry more TMI) the nastiest gas I've experienced in a long time. Hope that's not a trend -- it is NOT romantic.
Jen -- I agree I am so impressed that you've kept such a cool head about this. I have been consistently horrified and furious at what seems to be an overall haphazard trial-and-error approach to fertility diagnoses and treatment when it impacts us so deeply on not only financial but physical and emotional levels. Kudos to you for keeping some perspective -- I find it nearly impossible. We are all, of course, hoping that one of the remaining three ends up being your bfp.
mlk -- I'm so bad at keeping track of everyone -- didn't realize we're tww buddies right now! as described below my temp dropped today as well but still keeping fingers crossed for us both!
Bright -- its so important to have someone in your family to confide in. glad you were able to talk to your grandma and even get some more information about your family history.
tammy -- interesting about the microscope. i'm not sure i'd trust my readings on something like that either. i can barely figure out which line is darker on the opk (one reason i gave up on them).
everyone else happy Friday!!
AFM, had a crappy night's sleep woken by meowing cats and night sweats. I was literally mopping sweat off my inner elbows and back with the corner of the sheet (sorry TMI). I temped when I woke anyway and it was 97.5 (down from 98.1 yesterday). I was so startled by it I took it again right away -- 97.7. So 97.5 is right about at the cover line (though not sure how accurate the coverline was given poor sleep earlier in the cycle and some strangely high temps early on). Today is CD 22, approx 8-9 DPO. I've had some short cycles before so it could be impending AF. This would be bad news on my luteal phase, perhaps confirming my earlier suspicions. This is my first cycle charting so I don't have any frame of reference. No other particular symptoms yet other than fatigue, but I have been sleeping so poorly I don't think that really counts. I guess I'll just have to wait until tomorrow AM to find out how close to AF I am (barring her arrival during the day today)!
I also am starting to worry that I'm going lactose intolerant. Had a milkshake last night (homemade - a specialty of DH's) and subsequently had (sorry more TMI) the nastiest gas I've experienced in a long time. Hope that's not a trend -- it is NOT romantic.
BrightSpot
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Re: The Official TTC Thread!
Jen, I'm glad you could talk to your RE but sorry you didn't get more info. It's hard when we're so invested (physically, financially & emotionally) in the process. I don't think people who aren't going through this truly understand. Hugs to you. I'm keeping you & your 3 blasocysts in my thoughts & prayers.
Enbc, so sorry about the
poor sleep & dairy issues. I hope af stays away for you & this is your sticky bean!
Mp, yeah I went from not wanting to tell anyone we were ttc to telling several people. Dh still has not, though, mostly since I wanted to keep
it quiet, but I worry it's too much for him to carry alone.
How are you feeling? I hope more relaxed & that you're truly enjoying your pregnancy now. I can't believe you're almost out of your first tri!
Mlk, your chart looks great & symptoms sound promising. Fingers crossed for you!
Tammy, I hear ya. It's really hard to see people come & go while you are still here. (Even worse when you realize they've actually given birth!)
Your results are really great & I have a feeling you'll be out of here soon.
Curly, glad you've had some nice weather & really hope af is coming indeed! It's time for a new beginning. I really hope your sticky bean is right around the corner.
I meant to mention that I did a lot of preliminary testing through my ob (cd3 tests, progesterone, hsg & sa for dh) before switching to a RE so if you want to do some investigating without leaving your wonderful ob, it's possible.
Miss rach, hi! Good to see you! Hope you're well & baking away.
Trekkie, sorry your cycles have been so odd. Pcos sucks. I hope af comes soon or not for another 9 months!
Dandi, how are you holding up, dear? Hope you're well & in your 2ww.
Jgator, glad you're feeling well. When's your next scan? You & mp take care of each other over in jbp land.
Hi to hot, prana, Mia & Ltl & anyone else I missed.
Afm, so I went in for another beta yesterday, as requested by the nurse
in the RE's office. I mentioned that my last one came in at 4.4 & the nurse went to ask my doc if another one was necessary since that's considered negative (<5). Doc said another one wasn't needed (would've been nice to know before I came in to the office. I asked how much longer until af shows since its already been 6 weeks since my d&c. The nurse said I could come in early tomorrow morning for a monitoring u/s to see where things are. It would be nice to know what's going on but doing that will mean I'll have to juggle my weekend plans a bit & I'm not sure if it's worth it. The nurse said maybe I could start the meds sooner but I don't understand how that's possible since my doc told me to wait for af.
Also, I have jury duty starting Monday. Yay. Aren't I just a ray of sunshine today?
Jen, I'm glad you could talk to your RE but sorry you didn't get more info. It's hard when we're so invested (physically, financially & emotionally) in the process. I don't think people who aren't going through this truly understand. Hugs to you. I'm keeping you & your 3 blasocysts in my thoughts & prayers.
Enbc, so sorry about the
poor sleep & dairy issues. I hope af stays away for you & this is your sticky bean!
Mp, yeah I went from not wanting to tell anyone we were ttc to telling several people. Dh still has not, though, mostly since I wanted to keep
it quiet, but I worry it's too much for him to carry alone.
How are you feeling? I hope more relaxed & that you're truly enjoying your pregnancy now. I can't believe you're almost out of your first tri!
Mlk, your chart looks great & symptoms sound promising. Fingers crossed for you!
Tammy, I hear ya. It's really hard to see people come & go while you are still here. (Even worse when you realize they've actually given birth!)
Your results are really great & I have a feeling you'll be out of here soon.
Curly, glad you've had some nice weather & really hope af is coming indeed! It's time for a new beginning. I really hope your sticky bean is right around the corner.
I meant to mention that I did a lot of preliminary testing through my ob (cd3 tests, progesterone, hsg & sa for dh) before switching to a RE so if you want to do some investigating without leaving your wonderful ob, it's possible.
Miss rach, hi! Good to see you! Hope you're well & baking away.
Trekkie, sorry your cycles have been so odd. Pcos sucks. I hope af comes soon or not for another 9 months!
Dandi, how are you holding up, dear? Hope you're well & in your 2ww.
Jgator, glad you're feeling well. When's your next scan? You & mp take care of each other over in jbp land.
Hi to hot, prana, Mia & Ltl & anyone else I missed.
Afm, so I went in for another beta yesterday, as requested by the nurse
in the RE's office. I mentioned that my last one came in at 4.4 & the nurse went to ask my doc if another one was necessary since that's considered negative (<5). Doc said another one wasn't needed (would've been nice to know before I came in to the office. I asked how much longer until af shows since its already been 6 weeks since my d&c. The nurse said I could come in early tomorrow morning for a monitoring u/s to see where things are. It would be nice to know what's going on but doing that will mean I'll have to juggle my weekend plans a bit & I'm not sure if it's worth it. The nurse said maybe I could start the meds sooner but I don't understand how that's possible since my doc told me to wait for af.
Also, I have jury duty starting Monday. Yay. Aren't I just a ray of sunshine today?
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