It's funny how it's the little things in life that mean the most...not where you live, or what you drive, or the price tag on your clothes... There's no dollar sign on a piece of mind, this I've come to know! *ZBB*
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc.
Status:
How are things going?
What is something that you are struggling with this week?
What is going well for you this week?
R/R?
Any testing coming up/any recent results?
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you?
Re: TTCAL Week of 11/18-11/25/19
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc. Early miscarriage at 5 weeks, December '18, CP July '19
Status: TWW
How are things going? I am doing better than I thought I would at this point in the pre-holiday season. I went on a much-needed cleaning binge yesterday to make our livingroom/dining room area ready to decorate for Christmas. I've also been collecting some new little decorations so I will hopefully be excited to decorate.
What is something that you are struggling with this week? It's the end of term crunch at work, and I am trying not to get stressed out, but it's really hard to stay on top of everything. I'm also not feeling very optimistic that this IUI worked. I don't know if it's truly a gut feeling or if I am subconsciously thinking this way so I don't get my hopes up.
What is going well for you this week? We have a week-long community service project happening this week and we get to dress down. Glad I can wear jeans every day!
R/R? I took my best friend to afternoon tea over the weekend and it was exactly what I needed. We do this every year for our birthdays.
Any testing coming up/any recent results? Betas a week from today, but I'll probably test with a FRER on Friday.
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? I wish I could be more open about my mental health and history with anorexia. There's still such a stigma about it, especially in DH's family. There shouldn't be.
Status: WFAF - beta tomorrow so I’ll take my last progesterone pill tonight, get my negative blood test results, and wait
How are things going? All over the place emotionally
What is something that you are struggling with this week? At least it won’t be a long cycle...
What is going well for you this week? Going to be busy with my last few conferences and report cards, so no time to sulk.
R/R? *TW loss and LO mentioned*
Any testing coming up/any recent results?
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? I am extremely sensitive, even if I don’t show it. I have been through a lot in life and just want to be happy as well as have others around me feeling the same way, which is why I avoid confrontation.
TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc. MMC Oct. '19
Status: WTO, I think. Still not 100% sure that CD1 was last week.
How are things going? Surprisingly well. We've decided not to host Thanksgiving/Friendsgiving this year (the first time since 2013), and I am totally okay with that. It's stressful and expensive and I just don't have the energy or mental capacity to feed 35+ people next week.
What is something that you are struggling with this week? I had a bit of a gut-check moment over the weekend where I was laying down and went to roll over and grabbed my stomach like I did when I was pregnant. And then I had the fleeting thought of "I really miss being pregnant". Even though I was still in the throes of the 1st trimester blues when I experienced my loss, it's hard adjusting back to not being KU.
What is going well for you this week? Both school & work are going great, which is weird because usually it's one or the other, not both. I'm counting my blessings. Also, a few weeks ago I volunteered to be a mentor at work, and got notification this morning that I have been selected to mentor someone! I feel honored.
R/R? Kind of a rant, but I think I scratched my right eye yesterday somehow. I think I got a stray hair in there when I got my hair trimmed yesterday, and then overnight it just scratched the hell out of my eye. Something similar happened back in August, so thankfully I had some eye medicine, but it's hardly helping.
Any testing coming up/any recent results? I have a follow-up with my primary care doctor to go over my thyroid test results this afternoon, then I have a follow-up with my OB on Friday morning to go over the other bloodwork I had done after my MC. I'd like him to explain to me exactly what the results mean for me, even though I know what they are since they're posted in my patient portal online.
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? Even though I can appear very extroverted when need be (say, giving a presentation at work), I am a hardcore introvert. Like, if I hadn't gotten married, I'd probably wind up living by myself in a cottage deep in the woods with 35 dogs. Thankfully, I married a fellow introvert, so his presence is not as exhausting to be around as other people.
Due with baby #2: Feb 2022
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc.: Early loss in May 2019
Status: TWW
How are things going? My life is in shambles
What is something that you are struggling with this week? My mom. We are not speaking still. I’m now suddenly hosting Thanksgiving and my MIL is still a heinous bitch.
What is going well for you this week? My MIL went back to the depths of whatever hell she crawled out of. She is mentally draining but I was able to put my rage aside and get some good timing for this cycle.
R/R? My MIL stayed at my mom’s house because last year her and I had a huge blowout fight (I overheard her telling my mom that my husband was miserable being married to me). So I no longer welcome her to stay in my home. But my mom is a sucker and allowed her to stay with her. Well, my mom and I happen to have a fight right in the middle of MIL’s visit. Any time we spent with my MIL she took the opportunity to mention how my mom needs mental help or discuss something my mom told her or something she observed my mom doing. The whole purpose of saying these things was to get a reaction out of me. I hit my limit with her commentary yesterday, turned to my husband and said, “man, we drew the short stick on mothers, didn’t we?”
My MIL got the point and shut her mouth. She’s lucky that’s all I said. I can not understand how the only things you have to talk about are other people?! What kind of a sad, twisted life is that?!
Any testing coming up/any recent results? No.
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? That I’m not ok. When I open up to people IRL I often get the response, “You’re always smiling, I would never know all of this is going on.”
Well, I’m not going to cry 24/7. I have to keep moving forward but don’t assume I’m ok when in reality my mind looks like the picture @ttcbabyodo posted above.
@emeraldduchess I’ll hold on to the hope for you. I don’t know if I want anyone to get pregnant more than you and @nytino24. I so badly want this for you guys 💗💗
@ttcbabyodo I hope your eye calms down, that sounds miserable.
Due with baby #2: Feb 2022
@tyrion_ I’m sorry you had to deal with that shitshow and I hope it’s better this year.
@ttcbabyodo Hope your eye heals fast and the your thyroid is okay.
TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
@emeraldduchess I need to binge clean sooo badly. I’m sorry you don’t feel the IUI worked. I hope it did!! I’m also so sorry to read about your history with anorexia. Hugs.
@nytino24 Are you still doing the progesterone orally? I am so sorry about not having the distraction to help you push through the upcoming date.
@ttcbabyodo I keep thinking I get CD1 and then I don’t bleed the next day.. I can’t ever tell what’s going on right now.
@tyrion_ I’m so sorry about not being ok. It’s hard to even answer pop’s questions sometimes when they ask how you’re doing and they just expect a “good” or “fine”
DS born 9.17
TFMR 10.19
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc. TFMR at 14 weeks in October
Status: I have no idea what's going on
How are things going? I had my follow up ultrasound today and the tech told me my uterus looks perfect and I have several follicles on both ovaries, but she also said I have a cyst on my right ovary. I have no idea what that means.. is it like a lead follicle I might ovulate or is it just a regular cyst. She couldn't answer and said I'd probably need bloodwork to confirm the answer. Does anyone else know how I could possible know? I've been having fertile CM the last few days, but I can't quite use OPKs until all the hcg is out of my system and I'm getting vvvvvvfl on wondfo hpt right now.
What is something that you are struggling with this week? I get so freaked out between wanting to TTC again and being afraid of having to go through another TFMR or struggling to even ovulate/get pregnant again.
What is going well for you this week? I have gained a lot of acceptance over the state of our lost pregnancy and my grief seems to be taking on a different shape which is nice I guess.
R/R?
Any testing coming up/any recent results? My OB should review my ultrasound and get back to me.. I had betas drawn today to see if we're getting close to zero and I made an RE appointment for Dec 10. I haven't decided if we'll pursue it (TW ****last time we got pregnant right before my monitoring cycle was supposed to start END TW**) I just want all the help I can get I guess.
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? I tend to be the person everyone reaches out to with their problems, yet I find I can't ever express my own. I, like others have said, carry a lot of anxiety and am sensitive but I feel I always have to be the rock for others.
DS born 9.17
TFMR 10.19
DS born 9.17
TFMR 10.19
TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
@NYTino24 I hope after your betas today that your body will reset quickly so you can move forward with your next cycle. I know that for me, after the BFN crush I feel better once the new cycle starts, I feel like my body hit the reset button.
@ttcbabyodo those out-of-nowhere gut punches can be the absolute worst. I'm glad you put your needs first and decided not to host those holiday gatherings.
@tyrion_ oh my goodness, friend. I am so, so sorry for all the emotional family drama rollercoaster you are on right now. All the hugs to you! If you need to vent, my inbox is always open!
Due with baby #2: Feb 2022
@emeraldduchess thank you! Me too!
In good news, the radiologist who looked at my ultrasound report said "unremarkable for age" so I guess that's a plus.
DS born 9.17
TFMR 10.19
DS born 9.17
TFMR 10.19
TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
Status: WFAF/waiting to test
How are things going? Mostly good.
What is something that you are struggling with this week? I don't know when or if I O'd this cycle, so I'm pretty sure I'm late, but I don't know how late. I got a BFN this morning, so I'll try again tomorrow. I was going to wait until tomorrow, anyway, because I have a dentist appointment and they always ask before they x-ray.
What is going well for you this week? I'm excited for my birthday party Saturday (yes, I still have birthday parties). Last year, everyone was out of town and my party was lame, so I ended up forcing the few people who showed up to sing karaoke. We're having it at a brewery this year and I'm excited that I don't have to clean my house or prepare any food.
R/R? My boss makes a big deal about me taking time off because I'm the only person who "can" cover for our receptionist when she's out. I was complaining about it to my co-worker and told him it's probably because I have a vagina and he started rambling on about how women have a different gene or something. WTF? I work with a bunch of boomers, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised.
Any testing coming up/any recent results? Negative
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? I sometimes have a morbid sense of humor, which I think people read as insensitive. I'm not insensitive, I just have a really hard time dealing with bad stuff and joking about it makes me feel better.
@ttcbabyodo I feel you on the extrovert-introvert thing. DH is an extrovert and doesn't understand that sometimes I need to check out and be alone. On the other hand, I'm glad I married him because he's our social coordinator.
@tyrion_ I'm so sorry for everything you're going through with your family. I thought talking crap about other people was something "young people" did and then they grew out of it at some point. People like that are so draining to be around.
@flintstone-2 when I had my FU u/s, there was a cyst on my ovary from where I o'd (from the last pregnancy). My dr. didn't seem to think it was a big deal. I guess a lot of things cause cysts and they're not all bad. I feel the same way about TTC. I'm anxious to get KU again but I'm also afraid it won't end well.
Me: 35 DH: 34
Married: April 2014
DS born 9/16
TTC #2 since December 2018
BFP 8/19 MMC 10/19
BFP 5/20 MC 6/20
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc.
MC at 7 weeks in 1/19 & at 5 weeks (CP) in 8/19
Status: WTO
How are things going? Pretty good...I feel hopeful for this cycle! I did last cycle as well though, and then just got my hopes up to ultimately be let down! I think I’m putting pressure on this cycle, because this would give us a due date before our original one (just a year later)...even though I know deep down it shouldn’t matter!
What is something that you are struggling with this week? Work has just been really busy, so trying to keep up with everything has been a challenge!
What is going well for you this week? The wedding I was dreading this past weekend for potential questions about being KU was perfectly fine... no nosey questions!
R/R? Disney+ may have been my rave last week, but it still is! We are loving it!! Oh, and we got our new living room furniture and could not be happier with it!
Any testing coming up/any recent results? None.
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? That I am shy/introverted...if I don’t talk to you IRL, it’s not because I don’t want to (most of the time). ☺️ I’m with you @ttcbabyodo luckily I married an introvert too, so we totally get each other!!
@emeraldduches I’m glad you are doing well and getting excited about decorating for Christmas! I think we are going to start this weekend! I hope the end of term crunch isn’t too stressful! Also, I’m still super hopeful for this IUI for you!
@NYTino24 I’m so sorry for this cycle, and that you are struggling with your conception date anniversary! Sending hugs!! I’m glad things have been busy to keep you occupied though!
@ttcbabyodo I’m so glad work & school are going well! That is wonderful about becoming a mentor too! So sorry for the gut check moment!! Sending hugs! Glad your thyroid levels came back normal...I hope your check-up goes well on Friday!
@tyrion_ ugh, I’m so sorry for all the mom & MIL drama...and that you still aren’t speaking to your mom! I hope you all can reconcile soon! Sending so many hugs your way!
@flinstone-2 so sorry for all the uncertainty right now! I hope your OB gets back with you soon and you feel comfortable with whatever you decide about seeing the RE or not!
@mamasloth I hope you have a great birthday party this weekend!! Fingers crossed it was just too early to test!
Due with baby #2: Feb 2022
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc. MC#1 @ 7 weeks, Dec 2018 and MC#2 @ 12 weeks, June 2019; RPL testing is positive for hashimoto's/thyroid antibodies and lupus anticoagulant syndrome; last pregnancy confirmed Trisomy 18 mutation in FSH analysis.
Status: TTC for 1st time since last D&C, window is coming up
How are things going? Things have been pretty hectic! Looking forward to some much needed holiday R&R 🙂 ready to ttc again, but also have some apprehension for the future.
What is something that you are struggling with this week? Just trying to keep everything in balance. Work, grad school, personal life/hubby time ... there are not enough hours in the day. I need to reduce my day-to-day stress.
What is going well for you this week? Im about to close out a big project at work, which will definitely lighten my load!
R/R? My friend and I are doing a dumplings cooking class this coming weekend. I have no idea what that will entail, but I'm pretty pumped for it.
Any testing coming up/any recent results? Started levothyroxine treatment in early November, so I'll have my thyroid panel redone 1st week of December. Have been doing RPL testing all summer long
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? We don't always have to be making plans or doing something! Life is so busy, that doing nothing seriously sounds amazing. Let's make the new "going out" sweat pants and Disney+ night, lol
@tyrion_ - we were both on the Jan 2020 board I believe. FX for a better outcome this time ♡ I'm excited for us even though it's terrifying and frustrating.
@bluetickgal - Yes for the Disney+! Hoping to have some more free time in the coming weeks for some serious chill time. We go to WDW every summer with my husband's fam and I love it!
@mamasloth - I've been having some trouble with identifying my ovulation in some recent bbt cycles too... not always easy! I tend to have a more gradual temp increase that doesn't always clearly coincide with LH testing. A few days can make a difference when you're on the tww. I love that you still have a bday party every year!
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@bluetickgal I really hope this is your cycle! Fingers crossed! I’m glad the wedding went better than you expected.
@ruby0902 welcome! I am so sorry for your losses. This is a really supportive group of ladies. I hope you'll find the support you are looking for!
@bluetickgal I'm so glad that you're feeling so positive about this cycle. 💙
@ruby0902 dumpling cooking class sounds amazing. Please report back on whatever you learn!
bluetickgal thank you! I think we're gonna sign up for Disney+ as a Christmas gift to ourselves
@mamasloth ok, maybe it's leftover from that then! Nobody seemed worried it was just weird that I was asked if I were in pain
Well, I got a positive OPK today so we'll see what happens on this fun ride.. Luckily I started temping a few days ago so I'll have some idea of if I actually ovulate or not.
DS born 9.17
TFMR 10.19
TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
@flinstone-2 FX for some sticky baby dust for you this cycle!
@tara4910 - Yes! I will update on how the dumplings class goes 😁
Introduce yourself and anything you think is important: number of loss(es), when you had the loss(es), diagnosis/conditions surrounding loss, etc. I had a CP/MC at 5 weeks in October (I’m not sure where the cutoff is for terminology, whatever it was sucked though)
Status: WTO, I think? I’m just counting the MC bleeding as a period, but not really sure if I’m going to ovulate on schedule or what... I’ve been OPK testing pretty early since I stopped bleeding, but nothing yet. Hoping this weekend.
How are things going? Ok. DH and I had done a bunch of planning for the EDD of our loss. We had planned when to tell our families, when we’d take time off work...silly things too, like whether we’d want him/her to start school and be one of the youngest or wait a year and be older. Seems ridiculous now that we got so ahead of ourselves in the 10 days after a BFP.
I keep feeling like we’re falling behind schedule now, I know it’s only our first cycle after loss, but I keep willing my O to come sooner so that if we conceive the baby will be born as close as possible to that old EDD... I know it’s sounds crazy, and obviously that won’t erase what happened, but it’s how I’m feeling.
What is something that you are struggling with this week? I was interviewing new candidates for my company when we had our loss, and I did it again last week, and there were a lot of reminders. Last time I took the candidates to dinner I wasn’t drinking and made a bunch of excuses, but this month I could’ve had a glass of wine. I was sitting in the same office, doing the same thing on Friday as I was a month ago when I knew something was wrong. I also have a friend who just had a baby and a coworker who is currently pregnant, so when I’m feeling down it’s hard to hide from reminders.
What is going well for you this week? Holidays are coming, and my mom is going to come visit. I haven’t seen her in a while, and it’s always comforting when I do. Plus I know she’s going to shield me from any tough questions from family...
R/R? New season of The Crown... not digging it
Any testing coming up/any recent results? Nope, and DH and I made a pact that I would wait and wouldn’t POAS unless AF is late this cycle: no early FRER testing.
GTKY: What is something you wish others knew about you? Most of the time when I’m grumpy, I’m really just tired from my weird work schedule or hungry.
Me: 35 DH: 34
Married: April 2014
DS born 9/16
TTC #2 since December 2018
BFP 8/19 MMC 10/19
BFP 5/20 MC 6/20
Good luck to all on this current or upcoming cycle!
I've heard good things about The Crown but have never watched. I'm def on the lookout for some binge-worthy shows as the holidays approach and open to recommendations 😁
Dumplings class was awesome! There were 2 tables making pork dumplings and two making zucchini and we fried some and boiled others. I also got to catch up with a good friend. Lotta work though, I think I prefer just eating them from a restaurant, but could be fun for an every now and then 🥟🥟🥟
TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
I ended up finishing the crown this weekend and I started to like this season more. But I really loved seasons 1-2. I also liked Victoria on PBS (embarrassingly into British monarchy apparently) although there are some scenes/plot lines that may be triggering regarding pregnancy/children.