~~TTCAL newbie check-in 8/19~~

rslh10

Hi Ladies! I am posting for KT today. She’s totally slammed, and I’m happy to help her out! 

**BFP warning after check-ins**

Welcome to TTC After Loss. I'm so sorry for your loss but am happy you have found us. ((hugs)) This board is full of brilliant and kind women who have experienced the hardship of losing that which is most precious, and I hope you find great comfort and support here in your journey!

For those of you so new that you don't know the routine, this is a check-in for newer members of the TTCAL Board. Please feel free to use this space to ask those "newbie" questions that feel intimidating to ask on the main board and I will try my best to get you an answer.

**Please don't feel that you have to provide individual feedback to all of the posters ahead of you. Many do and it's great, but it's most definitely not required to be a part of this check-in. I'd just hate to think people might feel intimidated and not post because of this. All posts and responses are welcomed!

Please take the time to read the TTCAL blog to answer any questions you may have regarding our board etiquette, TTC, miscarriage & loss, and much more: https://ttcalblog.wordpress.com/ If you are a check-in regular and get a BFP, please PM me so that I can add it to the weekly check-in with a warning for other members. If I don't get a PM, I will not mention your BFP on the check-in.

Finally, if you haven't done so, please post your introduction on the main board including your story.

Weekly Update:  How are you doing?  Post an update including any news, thoughts, or questions - let me know how things are going for you! If you don’t see your name, it’s only because you didn’t check in last week.

No individual check-ins this week, I’m sorry! I’m getting ready to go out of town with DH for a few days and I have a lot of stuff to do around the house. So fill us in. What’s new TTCAL related, and not!

@stinybean 

@merc5411 

@LDubHawksFan 

@jj32 

@natalie115 

@readinglove 

@Lalalady

@Greeneyes842 

@rslh10 

@MrsPhD83 

@MBJune 

@heartbot 

@Nieko0423 

@CFearsy 

@goldengirl84

@yellowcat10 

@nnjj

@Elliecat17

@Amybunny30 

pink*sheep 

@paintdadanta 

@mrandmrsv 

QOTW - What is your favorite food? It can be anything from breakfast to dessert to a snack! 

**BFP warning**

Congrats to Sllinge who got her BFP. If you wish to congratulate her, please don’t do so here. You can go stalk her on PgAL, or PM her Thanks Ladies!

rslh10

Amybunny30 said:

@rslh10‌ thanks so much for the check in woman! @ktlovess hope all is well!

I think this will be my last week in the newbie Check in. I feel pretty comfortable. I'll probably still stall you all in here though

I've had a good week. This coming week is slow with work but busy otherwise. My training course started yesterday and that will be keeping me busy. I'm definitely not out of the woods... It is an effort each day to focus on the positive but it is getting easier.

I am so happy you're starting to feel better, love. You deserve it and I feel like I've seen you come so far since the first time we talked. Big hugs, and well miss you on check in. (Truth be told I'll be following your steps, 4 months on here I don't feel like a newb anymore!) hugs!

stinybean

@rslh10‌ Thanks for stepping in for @ktlovess‌ this week.

KT I hope your move goes smoothly!

Rslh hi! I love that you chose a food question! It's a hard one though I think I change my answer everytime! Hmmm.... I will go with my generic answer: cheese.

@Amybunny30‌ we'll miss you! I'm glad that you have found a way to stay positive! I hope your training this week goes well!

I'm on vaca, drinking way too much and using my data plan way too much! I'm having a great time and hoping that when I get back MH won't ruin my high

((((HUGS)))) to all that need it!

MBJune

Good morning ladies! @rhls10 Thanks for stepping in! @ktlovess‌ hope things settle down for you soon!

As for me, I'm 5dpiui and haven't been too crazy. I've been really busy since the iui. Had a huge fight with DH last night, 3 hours of straight up bawling. I do not want to go to work, but such is life I guess.

(((Hugs))) for those who need them this week!

rslh10

stinybean said:

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I'm on vac a, drinking way too much and using my data plan way too much! I'm having a great time and hoping that when I get back MH won't ruin my high ((((HUGS)))) to all that need it!

I hope you have a great time, and get to myrtle today before the sun goes down  )

If your DH ruins your vibe, just add that to the TP thread Have fun Lady!!!

rslh10

MBJune said:

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 As for me, I'm 5dpiui and haven't been too crazy. I've been really busy since the iui. Had a huge fight with DH last night, 3 hours of straight up bawling. I do not want to go to work, but such is life I guess. (((Hugs))) for those who need them this week!

I am so sorry you and DH had a fight! I hate fighting with my H, and it's even worse when it ends in me crying for longer than 5 minutes!! Big hugs to you, and I hope that everything gets resolved soon. You're in your tww and you don't need any more stress than you have now! I have my fx for you. Are you getting betas drawn, or are you testing at home? What day?

MBJune

@rhls10 Thanks! I have a clearer head this morning than last night so hopefully it stays that way. I hope I finally made him understand though. Beta is on the 28th, I may test at home that morning though because I won't get the results until the 29th.

rslh10

@jj32 tww! woot! I have my fx for you, love! See you on the Jan board. 

jms627

Good morning all!  Wasn't listed on here but jumping in on the newbie status  Thanks for having this thread @rslh10!  

I have my follow up with the OB/GYN tomorrow to make sure my mc completed.  I'm sure it'll be a blast. 8-|

Feeling really torn now on when to actually TTC.  I was adamant about waiting until after my wedding in December (as is the husband-to-be) but now second guessing myself.  Hopefully after my follow up I'll have the info needed to make a more informed decision.  

Have a great day ladies!

negritosmami

well..im a newbie so ill check in..i posted this in the TTA board so sorry if its a repeat for anyone but its been almost three weeks since my d&c. I went to the Doctor yesterday and she cleared me to try after one cycle. and i seriously think im ovulating as i had pain on my right side, took an OPK which came back positive and have other symptoms. Im shocked and kind of in disbelief that i could be ovulating so soon but if i am thats a little ray of hope for me. anyways so thats whats new...just trying to remain hopeful and positive

didnt see the QOTW: My favorite food is pizza because i can eat it anytime and theres so many variations to it that i never get tired of it. Close second is red beans and rice with some sort of well seasoned meat(half puerto rican )

rslh10

jms627 said:

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I have my follow up with the OB/GYN tomorrow to make sure my mc completed.  I'm sure it'll be a blast. 8-|

Feeling really torn now on when to actually TTC.  I was adamant about waiting until after my wedding in December (as is the husband-to-be) but now second guessing myself.  Hopefully after my follow up I'll have the info needed to make a more informed decision.  

Have a great day ladies!

Hi lady! I'm sorry you weren't listed! I'm sure KT will add you for next week, I apologize! I hope your appointment goes well tomorrow and everything is complete.

As for ttc, you'll know in your heart when it's right. For me, personally, I know that I wouldn't have wanted to TTC around the months prior to my wedding for no other reasons except it was stressful!! The wedding planning was stressful, and to add TTC in there during that time would have been to much for me to handle.

Obviously that is just my opinion, and I wish you luck in trying to figure out what you want to do Welcome to the check in, by the way. 

jms627

No worries at all @rslh10!  Thank you so much for the feedback.  It helps to get outside perspective - right now I feel like it's hard to see outside my own tunnel vision

rslh10

negritosmami said:

well..im a newbie so ill check in..i posted this in the TTA board so sorry if its a repeat for anyone but its been almost three weeks since my d&c. I went to the Doctor yesterday and she cleared me to try after one cycle. and i seriously think im ovulating as i had pain on my right side, took an OPK which came back positive and have other symptoms. Im shocked and kind of in disbelief that i could be ovulating so soon but if i am thats a little ray of hope for me. anyways so thats whats new...just trying to remain hopeful and positive

It's absolutely possible for you to O after only 3 weeks. I know that I did (per digi opk)! It gave me a feeling of happiness because I knew my body was trying to regulate itself. I'm glad you were cleared to ttc. I love positivity, so I'll help you stay happy and hopeful!

rslh10

heartbot said:

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Thank you for doing this this week, @rslh10! How are you doing this week?


I got really good news yesterday. I've been having lots of spotting and clots the last week. I wasn't sure if it was AF or more tissue, since it hasn't been that long since my last bleed. I've also been having constant heart palpitations since Friday, which can be a sign of infection, so the doctor had me come in for a u/s to see if I have any retained tissue. My uterus is clear, it looks like I'm ovulating (on my right side, which is where I thought I'd ovulated!), and my hCG is back to 0. The doctor cleared us to start trying again right away. It was such a relief. So...no longer TTA.

QOTW: I don't know if I have a favorite food. I love pretty much all food. Maybe tacos? I could eat tacos breakfast, lunch, and dinner from here to eternity.

That is amazing news! I'm so happy everything is clear, and you've been given the green light. Does that mean that you and DH are trying this cycle, or are you waiting until next cycle? Whatever you decide, FX for you! Oh and yes, I agree. Tacos are fantastic!

negritosmami

@heartbot wow its soo cool to see someone in the exact same boat as me at the same time..like just finding out ur ovulating..down the same side as me and everything...thats pretty cool..im happy for you as well and @rslh10 aww thanks hun..i appreciate that..and yes thats exactly how i felt..like wow..the human body is amazing..its really trying its hardest to get back to normal...i truly appreciate that..i know its just a first step but hey..at least its a step..ill take it

@jms627..congrats on your upcoming wedding..its a beautiful thing...i totally get not wanting to TRY to conceive...but hey maybe just take the pressure off by saying im not going to try...we arent going to track a single thing..we will focus on this wonderful day coming up but we will also "get it in" whenever we feel like it..and if it happens cool..if it doesnt...thats cool too...and maybe itll just happen on its own. Im new so pardon my ignorance on your TTC journey and know that i mean no harm in what im saying...just thought maybe that would be a good way to take some pressure off of you. Best of luck to you though and i hope your wedding day is awesome

negritosmami

@greeneyes842 sooo surprising..i acutally cried when she told me that...and she wasnt the mushiest of doctors..she was very just matter of fact so im sure she was like umm wtf are you crying for lol but that was literally the best news ive gotten since my world came crashing down three weeks ago..so sorry doc..i will cry these tears of joy lool

tigerlynx31413

Thanks for running the check-in @rslh10! KT, hope everything is going smoothly!

It looks like quite a few of us are deciding it's time to leave, me included. I had a week break, but have technically been with this group for over 4 months now. I'm much more comfortable in my March check-in and the board as a whole. I will see you all over there!

Final update for me, I got CH to indicate my wait for AF post loss is finally coming to an end! Hoping all stays normal so I can get back to TTC in October/November. Hugs to all who need it and much love for all the support!

QOTW: Cheese and Spaghetti!

rslh10

Greeneyes842 said:

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As for me, slowly been working on house projects.  Our furniture for the downstairs has been coming in piece by piece, so I'm anxious to have it all here.  Always fun when there is a delivery Not too much else has been going on - AF showed, so yet another cycle begins!

QOTW: This is a hard one.  Major cheese lover here.  I'd probably have to pick Mexican food - never get tired of it!

 I love hearing about your furniture stuff! It's exciting for me to hear when you get a new piece! I love getting stuff for my house, so I can't imagine. I bet it's like christmas every few days haha! I think you and I are around the same CD, along with @cfearsy, and redheadrunning I think. We can all be buddies! 

rslh10

Nieko0423 said:

Thanks for running the check-in @rslh10! KT, hope everything is going smoothly!

It looks like quite a few of us are deciding it's time to leave, me included. I had a week break, but have technically been with this group for over 4 months now. I'm much more comfortable in my March check-in and the board as a whole. I will see you all over there!

Final update for me, I got CH to indicate my wait for AF post loss is finally coming to an end! Hoping all stays normal so I can get back to TTC in October/November. Hugs to all who need it and much love for all the support!

QOTW: Cheese and Spaghetti!

yay! Heres hoping she shows her ugly face soon! See you on the main board, Lady. 

jms627

You ladies are awesome   I really do appreciate the insight!

Lalalady54

Morning ladies! Thank you @rslh10 for running the check-in this week-  

AFM this week has been FW (or was, I am now 3-4DPO if FF can make up it's mind, it has moved my crosshairs 4 times already, first from day 8 to nothing, back to day 8 to day 13 and now day 14) and now I am in the 2WW, who knows how many days I am into it but I am trying to focus all my energy on packing to leave for Belgium in a couple days and I am debating whether I will bring a couple Wondfos or if I will leave them all behind as I am due for AF to show up the day we return, so I will have the most valid answer when we get home. (If anyone wants to stalk my crazy chart and provide insight to whether you think O was CD13 or CD14 you can, I am fairly sure we had good timing anyways, but who the heck knows…) 

Yesterday I developed some weird heart palpitations which I haven't had in a long time, so today I will go get my labs drawn to see if it is from my synthroid (My endocrine just upped my dose last month, since my levels have been very off since the D&C in June) or if it is actually my heart acting up. I am pretty bummed about it because I just got my cardiologist to sign off on me TTC in March so I am afraid they will take it back if they feel my heart is under any type of stress prior to TTC. Uggghhh.. Ill keep everyone updated.

I am sorry I didn't check in individually, honestly it is because the post is long already and I get overwhelmed easy. ((HUGS)) to everyone. And anyone else who is in there 2WW who wants to pee on all things, feel free to PM me and we can try and hold out together  

QOTW:Favorite food hands down is PIZZA  

negritosmami

@greeneyes842 the house projects is my thing also. Once i found out i was preggo i totally put decorating our new house on the back burner...like i couldnt care less about the bare windows, walls and floors..now im like omg DECORATING TIME!!!lol its an awesome distraction and omg what a rush like you said when there is a delivery 

MrsPhD83

@rslh10, thanks for checking in! Sorry to see you leave this check in, but I'll see you over at Jan Snowflakes! @ktlovess, I hope all is going well with the dissertation and moving!

@Amybunny30, So glad you are feeling better!! I'll see you over at Jan Snowflakes

@stinybean, enjoy your vacay!! so glad you're having a good time.

@MBJune, ((hugs)) fights with the H are the worst glad you're feeling more clear-headed today. FX'd for you on this cycle!

@jj32, I've said it several times already, but GL on this cycle!!!! I'll be stalking to see if you end up with a BFP And have fun on your trip!

@jms627, I hope your appt goes well!

@Greeneyes842, Sorry to hear about AF showing up. Hopefully all of your projects will be a good distraction. I love house projects!

@Nieko0423, yay for CHs!! And FX that all continues to go smoothly so you can TTC this fall.

@negritosmami, glad you're feeling so positive! finally seeing things normalize again is definitely a big relief

@heartbot, yay for no longer TTA!!

@petitchou1019, sorry to hear about the beta. it might be a good idea to ask for the U/S. I know some other women on here have had issues with retained tissue. They monitored me for tissue for almost 4 weeks until my betas zeroed out and the u/s finally came back clean. I felt more comfortable knowing for sure!

@Lalalady54, your FF is cracking me up with this CD8 thing. It's hard to say whether it's CD13 or 14 for sure, but you had awesome timing either way. FX'd! I hope your test results come back ok and that all is well with your heart. Keep us posted. And have a great time in Belgium!

AFM, I'm 7DPO and getting antsy. My LP is only 10-11 days. I told myself I wouldn't test until Friday, but I'm already feeling weak!!! MH made me swear I'd wait until Thursday at the earliest, and I told him he would have to hide the FRERs from me. We are leaving Saturday to visit MH's family for a little weekend away and we're taking the dogs with us. Should be fun! But I'd really like to know if I can drink. MH's mom looooves her wine and she brings out the wino in me

QOTW - My FAVE is probably cheese, but I eat all the food, all the time

yellowcat10

@rslh10‌ thanks so much for the check in woman! @ktlovess hope all is well with the move and upcoming defense.

I also wanted to say that I think I am ready to move on from the newbie list.  Thanks to everyone for support the last few months, it has really helped.

I am sorry I can't comment individually today, I am on my way out to a meeting but wanted to post.  ((HUGS)) to everyone who needs them.  

I had my CD12 monitoring for the IUI today and have 4 follicles ready to go, so will probably trigger tonight just waiting to hear back about bloodwork..

rslh10

petitchou1019 said:

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I've been posting, but never joined the newbie check in, so I hope it's ok if I post here!

I have been posting on TTA but that's not until tomorrow and I need to vent!

My weekly update:  I just got a notice from my lab that at 8 weeks out my hcg is now 76..this is down from 224 two weeks ago. I am NOT happy.It's taking so long and I'm feeling really low. My Dr doesn't get into the office until this afternoon and I asked them to have her call me directly this time. So far the only contact I've had post mc is the biweekly call from a nurse about my beta #s. I'm thinking of asking for an ultrasound to check for retained tissue. Ugh, I just want to get AF and start moving on already!!!!

Favorite Food: Avocado and anything with it. I make a killer strawberry avocado salsa...mmmm

You are absolutely welcome to post here! I would probably be calling my dr for the US if I was in your shoes, too. I have my FX for you that it's just slow dropping betas and nothing else! Good luck, and I hope you hear from your Dr soon.

rslh10

Lalalady54 said:

Morning ladies! Thank you @rslh10 for running the check-in this week-  

AFM this week has been FW (or was, I am now 3-4DPO if FF can make up it's mind, it has moved my crosshairs 4 times already, first from day 8 to nothing, back to day 8 to day 13 and now day 14) and now I am in the 2WW, who knows how many days I am into it but I am trying to focus all my energy on packing to leave for Belgium in a couple days and I am debating whether I will bring a couple Wondfos or if I will leave them all behind as I am due for AF to show up the day we return, so I will have the most valid answer when we get home. (If anyone wants to stalk my crazy chart and provide insight to whether you think O was CD13 or CD14 you can, I am fairly sure we had good timing anyways, but who the heck knows…) 

Yesterday I developed some weird heart palpitations which I haven't had in a long time, so today I will go get my labs drawn to see if it is from my synthroid (My endocrine just upped my dose last month, since my levels have been very off since the D&C in June) or if it is actually my heart acting up. I am pretty bummed about it because I just got my cardiologist to sign off on me TTC in March so I am afraid they will take it back if they feel my heart is under any type of stress prior to TTC. Uggghhh.. Ill keep everyone updated.

I am sorry I didn't check in individually, honestly it is because the post is long already and I get overwhelmed easy. ((HUGS)) to everyone. And anyone else who is in there 2WW who wants to pee on all things, feel free to PM me and we can try and hold out together  

QOTW:Favorite food hands down is PIZZA  

Oh my gosh, Belgium! Is this just a vacation, or for work? If I was in your shoes, I think I would leave the tests at home (as hard as it would be for me) and enjoy the trip. If you are constantly testing and if you do get a BFN it could just put a damper on the whole trip. Also, if you're going to get AF anyway on the day you get back you will have a very clear answer But lets be honest, it would be pretty cool to get a BFP in Belgium! I hope your heart palpitations aren't anything serious, Lady. I will be thinking of you. FX for good labs.

mrandmrsv

@rslh10 Thank you for the check-in and @ktloves I hope things settle down for you soon

Last week was my one month mark since finding out about my MMC and having my D&C so I was feeling a little down toward the end of the week...

Tried to keep myself busy and distracted though and this week I'm feeling a little better.

I've decided to start eating healthier, get some exercise and try to work towards a healthier me so that whenever I do feel ready to TTC again, my body's there with me! I'm sure I'll feel better about myself and it's a tiny step forward (toward my little rainbow)

Big big hugs to all of you who are struggling...sending all of my love and positive energy!! xoxo

goldengirl84

I think I’m going to jump on the bandwagon and bow out from this check-in. It’s been so wonderful getting to know some great ladies over the past several months. I’ll still be active on my other check-ins but this one is just too big to keep up! AFM: I finally ovulated. First cycle on Letrozole and longest follicular phase I’ve EVER had. We BD’d anyway so I’m in my TWW now. 

@rslh10 you’re the best for helping out with the check-in this week! @ktlovess can’t wait to hear all about your new place! Take some pics for us.

@amybunny30 so happy you are in a better place. Keep up the positivity! 

@stinybean have so much fun on your vaca! 

@mbjune I’m sorry you and YH had a bad fight. We all have those days. The added stress of TTCAL makes it all the worse. I hate that feeling of having to cry my eyes out to get him to take me seriously. I hope you both have a better evening.

@jj32 good luck in your TWW!

@jms627 we all know how it feels to want to just be pregnant again. As long as you, your doctor and YH are on the same page, that’s all that matters. 

@negritosmami it’s definitely important to stay positive.

@heartbot I sometimes have anxiety and heart palpitations before O. Get busy girl!

@greeneyes842 I’m so jealous of your new furniture! We desperately need new sofas but it’s just not in our budget right now. Boo for AF but hoping for the best for you this cycle!

@nieko0423 that’s great news. Oct/Nov will be here before you know it. Cheese and spaghetti together? Ha, I love a good spaghetti casserole!

@petitchou1019 welcome!

@lalalady54 FF is so frustrating sometimes! My nana always talks about Belgium. It was one of her favorite places and she’s traveled all over the world! I hope all is well with your heart. 

I’m sorry I don’t have time to check in with the rest of you. I will try to catch up on everyone a little later. ((hugs))

cherylanddoug

Update:  This is the first time I've posted on this check in.  I intro'd last week (wednesday maybe?).  Anyway I called and scheduled the follow up for my D&E today, so I'm going in on the 26th.  I don't expect any news either way.  Last night I got bad cramps and a headache and woke up with a clot/tissue the size of a small marble on my pad.  I hope that the last of it.  

QOTW - What is your favorite food? It can be anything from breakfast to dessert to a snack! 

Anything chocolate.   If I have to be specific, Ben and Jerry's fish food is pretty up there or chocolate covered pretzels. This question is bad for my diet, LOL. 

mpiemont

Hey lady (@rslh10)- thanks for the check in! Any way I can added back to the list? I think I missed a week when I was on vacation and my name fell off the list.

I am currently 1DPO and trying to keep my mind occupied. All I can think about is what *might* be going on inside my body right now and it's making me nuts. The 2ww is the worst wait because it's waiting for something that might not even happen- it's not like waiting for vacation or waiting for a party you're excited to go to. It's anticipating and waiting and hoping- and you just don't know what you're waiting for. :-S

@amybunny30 Keep smiling

@stinybean Enjoy vaca!

@MBJune FX for you

@jms627 Good luck at the OB

@jj32 Don't pee on ANYTHING!!

@negritosmami Yay for O.

@heartbot Good luck trying!


(I have to run- I will catch up with the rest of you later!)

rslh10

MrsPhD83 said:

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AFM, I'm 7DPO and getting antsy. My LP is only 10-11 days. I told myself I wouldn't test until Friday, but I'm already feeling weak!!! MH made me swear I'd wait until Thursday at the earliest, and I told him he would have to hide the FRERs from me. We are leaving Saturday to visit MH's family for a little weekend away and we're taking the dogs with us. Should be fun! But I'd really like to know if I can drink. MH's mom looooves her wine and she brings out the wino in me

QOTW - My FAVE is probably cheese, but I eat all the food, all the time

Ugh 7dpo is the worst for me!! You know its too early to test, but you still have that thought in your mind like "hmm....well..." But then you get a BFN and you're all pissed. I've been there

I hope that you have a great weekend get away, and honestly, I hope that you CAN'T drink! FX for you! You know i'll be PM'ing you Thursday

rslh10

LDubHawksFan said:

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 My update, AF still hasn't arrived but I'm hoping it will be the end of the week based on when I got O signs two weeks ago. I'm really excited that I am switching drs! My friend recommended hers who was great during their testing, etc. He is in my network and taking patients!!! I have an appt in a few weeks to meet and just download my history to him. My husband was sweet last night asking when we can try again and he was a little bummed that it's still a whole other cycle once I get AF. I guess time has gone faster for him! I thought it was sweet and I wish we were released next month too. Qotw: something sweet. Or for entrees probably pizza.

Come on, AF! Lets get this ball rollin'! I'm so happy that you're finally comfortable with your Dr. I hope that he is the one that makes you feel right at home for the long haul. That was very sweet for your DH to ask about ttc. I think that men sometimes don't really have a concept of time (my H..awful...) and i'm so happy that he's on board to continue when you guys get the green light! 

rslh10

ktlovess said:

@rslh10‌ - thanks for posting the check in!

Crazy week for me. Today is MH's last day at his current job and I am in the lab trying to tie up loose ends. Tomorrow we meet with lawyers to sign our sale paperwork, and then pack, pack, pack! ((Hugs)) ladies! Happy Tuesday!

:x You're so very welcome, my love! I hope you get everything done that you needed to!  Yay for busy days with great outcomes!!  >:D<

rslh10

yellowcat10 said:

I had my CD12 monitoring for the IUI today and have 4 follicles ready to go, so will probably trigger tonight just waiting to hear back about bloodwork..

Yay!! 4 follies! That's amazing! I have my FX everything goes great for you this cycle. Do you give yourself the trigger or do you have it done in the office? I have done both. It's not too bad either way, I got a lot of extra area for her to give it to me in Good luck lady!!

rslh10

mrandmrsv said:

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Last week was my one month mark since finding out about my MMC and having my D&C so I was feeling a little down toward the end of the week...

Tried to keep myself busy and distracted though and this week I'm feeling a little better.

I've decided to start eating healthier, get some exercise and try to work towards a healthier me so that whenever I do feel ready to TTC again, my body's there with me! I'm sure I'll feel better about myself and it's a tiny step forward (toward my little rainbow)

Big big hugs to all of you who are struggling...sending all of my love and positive energy!! xoxo

I think what you're doing to stay occupied is a great step. I think we could all probably do a little extra to be more healthy (as I sit here drinking a white chocolate mocha....). I'm proud of you for taking that step! Having something to work towards always keeps me motivated. I'm so sorry last week was rough for you. I had a weird week last week as well. Big hugs that this one is 100% better for you!!

rslh10

goldengirl84 said:

I think I’m going to jump on the bandwagon and bow out from this check-in. It’s been so wonderful getting to know some great ladies over the past several months. I’ll still be active on my other check-ins but this one is just too big to keep up! AFM: I finally ovulated. First cycle on Letrozole and longest follicular phase I’ve EVER had. We BD’d anyway so I’m in my TWW now. 

*snip*

Man, you make like 6 of us that are leaving! I think we all came around the same time, so It's probably time. I really have my fingers and everything else crossed for you, Lady! If you don't get your BFP this cycle, what is the next step in your journey? Also, sorry I never responded to your PM, I swear I don't hate you--I've been slammed at home!  

rslh10

cherylanddoug said:

Update:  This is the first time I've posted on this check in.  I intro'd last week (wednesday maybe?).  Anyway I called and scheduled the follow up for my D&E today, so I'm going in on the 26th.  I don't expect any news either way.  Last night I got bad cramps and a headache and woke up with a clot/tissue the size of a small marble on my pad.  I hope that the last of it.  

QOTW - What is your favorite food? It can be anything from breakfast to dessert to a snack! 

Anything chocolate.   If I have to be specific, Ben and Jerry's fish food is pretty up there or chocolate covered pretzels. This question is bad for my diet, LOL. 

I hope that is the last of the tissue that you will pass. I remember when I finally passed the last of mine. I felt instantly better inside. FX that your follow up goes well. Welcome to the check in! KT is amazing and she really takes care of you and will guide you!

rslh10

mpiemont said:

Hey lady (@rslh10)- thanks for the check in! Any way I can added back to the list? I think I missed a week when I was on vacation and my name fell off the list.

I am currently 1DPO and trying to keep my mind occupied. All I can think about is what *might* be going on inside my body right now and it's making me nuts. The 2ww is the worst wait because it's waiting for something that might not even happen- it's not like waiting for vacation or waiting for a party you're excited to go to. It's anticipating and waiting and hoping- and you just don't know what you're waiting for. :-S

I will make sure KT adds you back into the list! I don't know where you went, Love! I'm taking it you got the official temp shift to let you know your O date? Awesome! I am rooting so hard for you!!! I always get crazy during the TWW. I have noticed that on my medicated cycles I don't feel as crazy? I don't know if it's because I know i'm being medicated and hitting all the right times and stuff? I do know that when I was naturally ttc, I was straight up CRAZY. I would symptom spot from like 4dpo and convince myself EACH cycle I was KU. I'm so happy I'm not doing that anymore, it was so stressful. I think I just wanted it so badly, and didn't know I actually had something wrong with me that is not helping the situation! I hope that you can keep the crazy at bay for a few days longer! Email me if you need to get all nuts-o!  

MrsPhD83

rslh10 said:

Ugh 7dpo is the worst for me!! You know its too early to test, but you still have that thought in your mind like "hmm....well..." But then you get a BFN and you're all pissed. I've been there

I hope that you have a great weekend get away, and honestly, I hope that you CAN'T drink! FX for you! You know i'll be PM'ing you Thursday

@rslh10, this exactly!!! I catch myself doing math (not my strongest subject, btw) on %accuracy by DPO while I'm showering every morning. GAH!!! Thanks so much for being such a great cheerleader

ETA: the phantom symptoms, as you previously mentioned to mpiemont, are *not* helping!!!

rslh10

MrsPhD83 said:

rslh10 said:

Ugh 7dpo is the worst for me!! You know its too early to test, but you still have that thought in your mind like "hmm....well..." But then you get a BFN and you're all pissed. I've been there

I hope that you have a great weekend get away, and honestly, I hope that you CAN'T drink! FX for you! You know i'll be PM'ing you Thursday

@rslh10, this exactly!!! I catch myself doing math (not my strongest subject, btw) on %accuracy by DPO while I'm showering every morning. GAH!!! Thanks so much for being such a great cheerleader

MINE EITHER. I'M TERRIBLE!!! lol

goldengirl84

rslh10 said:

goldengirl84 said:

I think I’m going to jump on the bandwagon and bow out from this check-in. It’s been so wonderful getting to know some great ladies over the past several months. I’ll still be active on my other check-ins but this one is just too big to keep up! AFM: I finally ovulated. First cycle on Letrozole and longest follicular phase I’ve EVER had. We BD’d anyway so I’m in my TWW now. 

*snip*

Man, you make like 6 of us that are leaving! I think we all came around the same time, so It's probably time. I really have my fingers and everything else crossed for you, Lady! If you don't get your BFP this cycle, what is the next step in your journey? Also, sorry I never responded to your PM, I swear I don't hate you--I've been slammed at home!  

Oh, geez. I don't know what I'll do next if this month doesn't work out. Now I've psyched myself out that meds aren't the answer for me. I think I try to get healthier. I eat well and I'm pretty small, but I never really exercise. I feel like joining the gym and taking some classes would be good for me and reduce some of my stress. Girl, no worries on the PM! I know you've got a lot going on.