Introduce yourself: Hello! I’m Rhea, I’m 33 and live on the east coast, mid-Atlantic.
Due date? 7/20
How did you find out? We only decided to TTC at the end of August, so I only had one real cycle before this one. I had a business trip planned to Las Vegas when my period was supposed to be due, so I took a test before I left to make sure it would be ok drink while I was there. It was negative, but my period never showed, so I tested when I got back and voila! I was very surprised it happened so fast as I was only tracking using the calendar, it took us 7 cycles to conceive our DD and that was with temperature tracking and ovulation testing.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) DH is 37 and an engineer, we have been together for 10 years, married for almost 5. DD is 20 mos old, I was in the March 2020 BMB. It feels so funny to be posting in one again! We have two cats. I work for an art museum handling the wedding and private event rentals there. Pre-COVID and baby times, I also face painted professionally and hope to get back to it soon.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I am feeling cautiously excited *TW*
my first pregnancy before DD happened very close to this time of year and I had an MC right after Thanksgiving when we had *just* told my family so I am having flashbacks to that time.
*End TW* also feeling a little stressed thinking about how we will afford child care now that this is a reality. Only real symptom so far is that I am RAVENOUS, my appetite has like tripled. I get my blood drawn tomorrow and my first U/S is on 12/17. I want to wait til after the U/S to tell family but that’s going to be real hard at Thanksgiving and Hannukah coming up!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Grilled cheese and tomato soup, best comfort food ever.
Introduce yourself: Hi! You can call me D! I’m 33 and my husband and I have been trying for 5 1/2 years. After two rounds of IUI, we decided to take the holidays off to recharge.
Due date? July 30
How did you find out? My cycle is synced with one of my girlfriends at work. She was talking and I was trying to figure her mood. Then she asked how my period was treating me. How has I forgotten it was coming? I tested when I got home!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) I have known my husband since middle school but we have only been together for 7 years. W have been married for 5 1/2 years. We have two making kittens. He is PGA pro and runs a local golf course. I am a Corporal in hospital security.
How are you feeling? After 3 miscarriages I am surprised at how optimistic I am. I feel completely different then I have before. My boobs are slightly sore and I’m tired. I also have some food adversions
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Frozen Reese’s peanut butter cups!
Introduce yourself: Hello! My name is Joëlle, I’m 41 and my husband is 37, and we live in Canada (any other fellow Canadians?)
Due date? 7/7/22
How did you find out? Long story short, we decided not to have kids last year and within a couple of months from that decision, I find out I’m pregnant!
*TW*
The pregnancy ended in a missed miscarriage around Christmas but it made us realize that we’d love to be parents. *END TW*
So, we’ve been working with a fertility clinic, have done 5 IUIs, and didn’t expect the 5th IUI to work. When I got the call from the clinic with the beta test results, it was quite the surprise!!! The poor nurse, I think I yelled in her ear I was so excited.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) FTM, we have a 12 year old Boston Terrier, she is and has been our baby. We’ve been together for 10 years. We love to stay active, whether it’s going to the gym (F45) or cycling during the summer.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) Emotionally, I’m protecting myself, so I’m cautiously optimistic.
Physically, I’m nauseous, my boobs are massive and sore, and I have an appetite of a baby bird???!!! I eat half of what I used to and get full so quickly and the indigestion, oh man! My first appointment was at 6 weeks and we saw a heart beat (112bpm) which definitely helped with the anxiety (until the next appointment which is this Friday)
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Oh this is a tough one but most likely pizza, you can have so many different variations
Due date: 7/31 — just squeaking into the July club!
How did you find out: My husband and I have been TTC our first child since April. I’ve been ovulation tracking. I had a feeling I was maybe pregnant, and took a test a few days before I expected my period. Came back positive!
Tell us about yourself: I’m 33 and a nurse. I shifted down to part-time in August after a stressful year and a lot of burnout feelings. It’s been the best thing and I find myself actually enjoying work again! My husband is a data analyst and works remotely from home/at the “office space” he “rents” from his best friend (a big above the garage loft). LOL. We have been married 5 years, together almost 8. Last year we moved from Texas to Wisconsin when his mom was in a serious accident. She has made a huge recovery but still needs help. Moving here has been the best thing! We have a 100 year old farmhouse on 40 acres and love being out in the woods. Hiking, camping, writing, and travel are some of my favorite things to do. And I’m an animal lover—have a geriatric German Shepherd and 2 cats. Started X country skiing last year and loved it! Hopefully I can still safely do some easy trails this year.
How are you feeling: Excited but also super anxious. TW: I had a chemical pregnancy in June and even though I only knew I was pregnant for 4 days, I felt devastated. I am feeling hopeful this time around. Trying to avoid the google rabbit hole. After all, google doesn’t know the future and can’t tell me if this will be a sticky healthy baby, but I sure wish it could! End TW: already having nausea and sore boobs although I’m only 4w 3d. My first midwife appointment is 12/3 and I can’t wait.
Fun fact: what would I eat forever? Mmmm, it’s a toss up between fresh pasta and super dark chocolate.
@appleblossom88 hurray another WI member! We have a handful in this BMB. Welcome!
*TW* History:
Me: 34 DH: 36 | Together since 2007 | Married July 2016
TTC #1 since 7.2017 Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3| all BFN IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name" RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer 2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20 Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21 Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22 | biopsy provided same effect as endometrial scratch; added supplemental progesterone and estrogen, prednisone, levothyroxine, and MTX Support to maintain pregnancy DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023 Consultation with RI | 6.6.23 Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56 Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox Repeat labs in 8 weeks Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues TTC put on pause
@appleblossom88 welcome! I also love hiking. We live in the mountains in Vermont and I enjoy hiking even in the winter. So I'm looking forward to doing that to stay active this winter. It's usually the most peaceful time because there are fewer people out on the trails, and it's easier to see birds. And also you need snowshoes or microspikes for the snow and ice, which deters the fair-weather hikers. So awesome that you have 40 acres!
@zinnia19 we are also in Vermont! We just moved here from New Hampshire last year and we are still trying to figure out what is around us haha. I miss hiking, I knew all the mountains and trails in NH
@jellie603 Awesome! I've lived here about 10 years now and I love it. Lots of outdoor opportunities, great local food and farms, and no billboards! Haha. Yeah it takes time to get to know a place and the trails. But I've found that there are so many great places to hike in VT, no matter where you are! There are some good books out there, like the Long Trail Guide and 50 Hikes in Vermont.
@zinnia19 I’ve always wanted to go to Vermont! It looks stunning. Winter hiking is a favorite for me too. It’s so quiet and peaceful and the views are so different with the trees all bare. I love snowshoeing! We have lots of public land nearby and after hunting season, I really want to do some off trail exploring. We don’t have that steep of slopes that I’ve needed micro spikes here yet though!
How did you find out? I suspected that I could be expecting because my cycle was late. I took two home test and they both were positive immediately. Went to doctor the next day for a blood test and it was positive. My beta hcg was 3000. I was told I was 4weeks+4. I go back next week for labs and ultrasound.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) My husband and I have been married for 10 years. We have been actively trying for 8 years. This is our first positive. I have had several surgeries and 3 failed IUIs. It has been a very emotional journey. We took two month off of trying and low and behold, I got my first positive!
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I am extremely excited and very hopeful! I have had some heartburn, mild cramping and yesterday I began having headaches. Emotionally I still am in shock! I have been waiting for my turn for years. :)
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Definitely sushi!! I’m already missing it, but if there ever was a good reason to stop eating it is this.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): My husband and I have one other child, he is 4.5. I work from home. We have A LOT of pets lol, 4 cats and 2 dogs.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) Exhausted, nauseous off and on, and super nervous for my first appt on 11/30.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Cheeseburger, fries and a milkshake!
Introduce yourself: Hi everyone! My name is Stephanie. I honestly don't really feel like I belong here because I myself am not pregnant but my husband and I are expecting via a gestational carrier after a very extensive and traumatic personal loss history (lost 7 babies at varying stages including the loss of our son at 39 weeks). I remember how wonderful my mom group was when I was pregnant with my son and I was hoping to find a new group of ladies to connect with as discussing anything baby related with my husband is a no-go (he's scared to be hopeful at the moment)
Due date? July 23
How did you find out? The embryo transfer was on my birthday (Nov 4) and my friend texted me with the news when she got the 4 week blood draw results saying "Holy shiiiiit!" (Her HCG at 4 weeks was 547)
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) I have a dog an a cat that I am obsessed with, *tw- pregnancy loss* my son Jack was stillborn at 39 weeks (he was born with the cord wrapped around his neck) on May 11, 2017. We have had a total of 7 losses at varying stages, did 8 months of unsuccessful medicated cycles, 6 rounds of unsuccessful IUI, and one round of successful IVF that ended in a loss at 10 weeks. This embryo was our last one so I am really super hopeful for a biological rainbow baby! We are also in the process of trying to adopt internationally.
As for work, I teach at a school for kids with complex needs and I love it!!! My job is my passion. For fun, I like to craft (knitting, crochet, sewing, you name it!). I also like to tend to my plant babies and be physically active (I'm a runner in summer and curl in the winter)
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) Obviously I don't feel the physical pregnancy symptoms, though my friend says she is suuuuuper nauseous and craving water nonstop (lol, of all the things to crave). Emotionally, I am nervous though. My friend did have some spotting a few days ago and it wasn't much (like a tbsp at most she said) and did stop. The doctor had her redo her blood on Thursday and it was good (HCG was almost 18000) so they think it's a SCH which can be common in frozen embryo transfers. We are super anxious for the first ultrasound on the 6th though!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. I can't decide. I'm too much of a foodie!
@peppylilfoxy I’m so sorry for the journey you have been on but I’m happy you’re here with us now. Crossing everything that you get your rainbow baby 🤞🏻🤞🏻
@peppylilfoxy welcome! you absolutely belong here! Pregnancy is just one aspect of motherhood. And it looks different for every couple. I'm so sorry to hear about your losses. That sounds so challenging. Hoping everything goes well.
Introduce yourself: Hi! I’m so excited to join this community! My name is Harman (she/her) and I am 30 years old. I was weary since it’s still so early but it’s great seeing so many people on here already!
Due date? 7/9/22
How did you find out? We’ve been doing IVF for about a year. *tw* We had a miscarriage last year and then two failed frozen embryo transfers. *end tw* We transferred two frozen embryos October 21 and one stuck! I tested at home on day 7 after my husband pushed because he couldn’t stand it any longer lol. We found out we were pregnant but we’re too nervous to celebrate. We got our beta back on day 10 and it was a little low so we braced ourselves. After doing bloodwork two more times, our numbers went up like crazy! We went in to do an early ultrasound to make sure it wasn’t ectopic and, thankfully, we were safe!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) no other children but we do have two dogs and three cats, so our house is crazy with a bunch of animal dynamics lol. I’m a school psychologist and my husband is an attorney with a non profit. He has been incredibly supportive. We love traveling, doing projects together, and walking our dogs! We got married a little over a year ago at a drive in movie theater (thanks, COVID) and then again in a small Indian ceremony!
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) My first appointment was a relief but following it I had *tw* some heavy bleeding accompanied with cramping and I was convinced I was miscarrying. We went to the er and they told us our chances with 50/50. After seeing our fertility doctor, they told us they were less concerned and that I have a subchorionic hemorrhage. *end tw* So now I’m trying to rest as much as possible but I am a busy bee and that is proving to be so difficult!! It’s been super emotional and we’re still holding on with a few reservations but we’ve been lucky to have had 4 ultrasounds already with another this week!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Omg right now all I want to eat is feta straight by itself lmao. I also LOVE any type of peanut butter ice cream!
On a side note…any MD/DC/VA expecting moms out there?
@peppylilfoxy Welcome mama! I’m so sorry, what a long journey you have been on. I think you definitely belong, and if I remember correctly you aren’t the only one who has done something like this ❤️ You could also invite your friend who is pregnant to join with you if that would be ok with you! But either way, I’m glad to have you
Hubby and Me Friends since 2008 Started dating: July 1st, 2013 Engaged: July 1st, 2014 Married: July 1st, 2016 R born: July 8th, 2017 N born: June 30th, 2019 Baby #3 Due: July 7th, 2022 (maybe I only ovulate in October XD)
@peppylilfoxy welcome! I am getting back into knitting and crocheting! For Halloween, I made my oldest a crochet crown and then weaved yarn into it for hair so she could be Ariel the little mermaid. I’m working on finger knitting a blanket right now. I can’t wait to get it done. Then (maybe, haha) I’ll make a baby blanket for this baby.
@harmank91 peanut butter ice cream? That sounds amazing! I’m going to have to look for some!
How did you find out? Pregnancy test on first day of missed period. My boobs were sore, and I was crampy, so I really thought I was about to get my period. I did not get my period, though. 😆
Tell us about yourself: I'm 38, 2 cats, 1 dog, 1 husband. Been trying for a couple of years. Had a consultation for financing IVF with a RE on Nov 2, but then SURPRISE! BFP on 11/10. Also, I'm referring to my passenger as a "her" until I learn otherwise. I come from a family of 4 girls, and I have 7 nieces, no nephews. 😁
How are you feeling? Super nervous. Saw the first images today, and she's 6w2-3d. ***TW!!***
Suffered a loss 2+ yrs ago around 9.5 weeks, so I have hope that this time she'll stay.
GTKY Fun fact: Could be pregnancy brain, or not, but I want spaghetti. Lots of spaghetti. 😆
Introduce yourself: I haven’t been on the bump since my first born in 2015. What is even my name on here? Lol
Due date? 7/10 unless they Adjust it
How did you find out? Was 5 days late and just kept testing. I really thought I was out this cycle.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) 3 kids, 1 cat, 2 dogs, 1 husband lol, I’m a baker and ultramarathon runner.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?)
first appt is tomorrow, feeling nauseous, tired, and sore boobs.
TW: I had a miscarriage in august so my emotions are all over the place. I have my first appt tomorrow so I’m hoping that helps my anxiety.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Peanut butter
Introduce yourself: Hi I am Nikki and am super excited to be amongst fellow July mamas!
Due date? July 29th
How did you find out? Had FET of 2 littles Nov 10th and I couldn’t make it the entire TWW so I ended up using a HPT 7DPT and got a faint line. Proceeded to take a test daily until my beta on the 22nd. Confirmed pregnant and have been on cloud9 ever since.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) DH and I have been married and TTC for over a decade. I have no other children, this was our first round of IVF and as I am 39 most likely my last. I have 2 furbabies. I run my own Ecom biz and am currently an MBA student.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I had my first ultrasound this morning and showed two sacks and two yolks… twins! I have been having mild cramps, gas, runny nose and a sore butt from all these dern shots. I have been nauseous for a week or so, mild but it’s there. I get winded super quick. And the craziest most vivid dreams started a little over a week ago.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Vietnamese Hot Soup or dennys cheese sticks
How did you find out? Pregnancy test a week after missed period.
Tell us about yourself: I'm 35 years old. Married with two cats. We both work at tech companies. My husband (36) & I have been trying since **TW** my last pregnancy which miscarried at 10 weeks in late Sep’21, it was my first pregnancy. It feels great to be back in The Bump community again! **End TW**
How are you feeling? Excited, but also trying to stay mentally prepared in case it turns out like last time (see above section). My first prenatal appointment is Week 11. Not sure if this is normal, but the healthcare facility I’m going to generally only schedule first prenatal appointments during Week 11-13, which seems later than what I’ve read from pregnancy books and articles (Week 8-10). Midwife who handled my post miscarriage appointment previously mentioned I could come in at Week 6 for blood test, urine test, and ultrasound to check for viability. After talking to my husband about it and asking myself what I’d do with the information, I decided to just wait until my first appointment in Week 11.
GTKY Fun fact: I didn’t have any nausea in my previous/first pregnancy, but this time I felt a very mild nausea/dizziness in the past few days and sudden cravings for food that my grandma used to make for me. Ramen with dumplings, porridge with Chinese pickled cucumbers (marinated in sweet soy sauce), and green onion pancakes. Not a lot of good Chinese restaurants where I live now, so I might have to make them myself!
Introduce yourself- my name is Katie and I have been TTC for a year, we did IVF and this is our second transfer. So grateful and nervous!
Due date- 7/31
Tell us about yourself- I’m 32 and live in LA with my husband and my golden doodle.
How are you feeling- I am feeling so excited and nervous! I have been feeling slight cramping and sore boobs, last week I had some spotting. I actually had more spotting today- thick dark brown- fingers crossed all is ok!! We had two betas - 375 (9 days post transfer) and 1200 (12 days post transfer) and our first ultra sound next week. We might get in early because of the spotting will continue to monitor!
Fun fact- I would eat think pizza with prosciutto and lots of cheese everyday!
so nice to be here and to support one another! Sending good vibes to all!
Introduce yourself: My name is Tiffany, we started TTC in September and got our BFP on Halloween.
Due date: 7/10
How did you find out? We were tracking ovulation and although I didn't have many symptoms I took a cheap test 10.31 and could see a faint line. Took a clearblue 11.2 which confirmed
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) This is our first. We have 3 dogs and parakeets. I'm an Accounting Supervisor for the Marine Corps. My husband is a Grounds Supervisor for a local baseball complex. We live in Kansas. I like to craft and am all for a DIY project.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I feel pretty normal. Bloating and heartburn but not too bad. We had our first appointment the day before Thanksgiving and got to see baby (which tbh looked more like a blob, sorry future child). We haven't told family yet so emotionally I'm ready to tell everyone!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Pasta. All the pasta.
Introduce yourself:Hey there! I'm a mama in her mid 30s with a 4.5 year old
girl. My life has changed drastically since she was born, and now I'm so
excited about this next adventure.
Due
date? July 25th, although I delivered 3 weeks early last
time.
How
did you find out? It took me 4 years to get pregnant with my
first child. I ended up taking letrozole and conceived on the 3rd cycle.
Knowing that my boyfriend and I decided to start fertility testing next year.
Well - we stopped being careful and got a great surprise. I felt like crap one
day and realized I should have already gotten my period (something I've tracked
like a crazy person for all but the last 2 months). Took a test and bam!
Tell
us about yourself I never know what to say here. I have a
really sarcastic terrible sense of humor, so sorry in advance. I work from
home, have 2 dogs and watch other dogs as a side business. My daughter is wild
and crazy, and too much fun. Divorced from her dad, and have been with my
boyfriend for the last couple years.
How
are you feeling? Tired, yucky, happy. First appt is Dec 20th.
GTKY
Fun fact: Nachos. For sure nachos.
😊
34 year old mama of a 4 year old girl. 1st birth through years of trying and the wonder drug letrozole. Second a great surprise.
Introduce yourself: Hi! I'm Glo 29 FTM. Was told this year I was most like infertile because we had been together 13 years and it never happened and we weren't being safe. I started fertility testing so I started to believe It wasn't going to happen naturally.
Due date? July 17
How did you find out? I went to Mexico and on Nov 10 i felt a sharp pain in my belly, made a joke after searching up round ligament and how it's related to pregnancy. My husband said maybe you're pregnant first thing I did when I got back home Nov 12 took a test, negative. Saturday i start feeling weird, don't think anything of it just feel different i ran out of home test so i ordered a digital and the pink dye test. Sunday Nov 14 I get home from work at 3:30am and was craving a cup of noodles soup not unusual started eating and it felt like I was eating a salt block. The thought sunk in more, maybe I'm pregnant but no it was negative? Amazon delivers the tests later that day I've taken so many test at this point I don't want to look or stare at it and while I'm waiting i realized I'm 7 days late kid you not i felt like I was in an alternative universe when i saw the word pregnant my first reaction was to call out to my husband to come see ❤️ he said don't get to excited this has happened before so we confirmed Monday Nov 15 via HCG test came out at 19. I had to go retest a few more times because my doctor wanted to make sure is growing properly. I baby is growing as it's supposed to i got to do 4 HCG tests it's great seeing the numbers multiply.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) I work in renewable energy, I'm married to my highschool sweetheart. I love to spend time at home with my niece and nephew that were my foster babies for 3 1/2 years now they're back with mom, that really opened the desire more to have my own kids. I loved being a mom to them during that time.
How are you feeling? Very little to no symptoms, I'm happy about that because my periods kill me so experiencing pregnancy with minimal symptoms has been great!!! Week 7 starting to get a little more tired.
GTKY Fun fact: I have uterus didelphys ( two uterus, two cervixes, two or 1 vagina still haven't confirmed just found out in April after a false positive ( or chemical pregnancy) not sure which one.
@glomommy Welcome! I'm an MA in an OB office and I was so confused when one of the doctors did 2 paps and labeled them left and right. This was within my first couple months of starting and one of my coworkers explained to me what didelphys is.
Introduce yourself: Hi! I’m Julz. 34 year old mom of 3 and attorney. Originally from NYC but recently moved to South Jersey.
Due date? 7/15 is my guess but I’ll know more after my ultrasound next week
How did you find out? I felt off and I just knew. I got a faint positive and then faint the next morning. Ended up having an appointment for a pap that day and I told them I got a positive test result but then I tested negative on their test in the office. I asked for beta draws. They did a beta draw and it showed I was super early. I wasn’t feeling too confident though with TW…. two previous loses and that the tests were showing up so light. But then the beta more than doubled. We did two more draws. One in two days and then one a week after that and my levels look great.
We weren’t trying but also weren’t not trying. I was pretty sure I wanted a 4th and so we sorta left it up to chance.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) I have three kids, my son is 6, middle daughter is 3 and my youngest was born during the start of the pandemic in June 2020 and is one and a half. My husband and I both own our own businesses and worked from home even pre-pandemic. I landed a big client and started with them the week I found out I was pregnant so I’m really nervous about them finding out eventually since I know I’m not going to be able to hide it long being my 4th.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I honestly feel awful. My boobs are really sore and I’m still nursing my youngest so it hurts so bad. I’m exhausted. And my morning sickness is so bad. I’m having a hard time keeping any fluids down and my insurance company is giving me a hard time covering Bonjesta which is the only thing that helped with my 3rd. I’m taking benedryl and b6 but it’s really not helping as much as I need it to.
Emotionally I’m anxious. I’m anxious that things aren’t going to go well but also nervous they will and that holy crap, I’m going to have 4 kids. A few people know already and the response has honestly been a little upsetting. My mom was really negative about it and it really has messed with my head a lot. 😭 I know we’re going to get a lot of judgement.
But I’m also and mostly thrilled. I love being a mom and honestly I’ve never felt more powerful than in childbirth.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever I honestly can’t answer this question right now because I just puked. 😂🤢😩
Emotionally I’m anxious. I’m anxious that things aren’t going to go well but also nervous they will and that holy crap, I’m going to have 4 kids. A few people know already and the response has honestly been a little upsetting. My mom was really negative about it and it really has messed with my head a lot. 😭 I know we’re going to get a lot of judgement.
I'm sorry the responses haven't been great. That always sucks. Want me to prank call her? I'm pretty good at it. 😂❤️
34 year old mama of a 4 year old girl. 1st birth through years of trying and the wonder drug letrozole. Second a great surprise.
Re: Introductions
Due date? 7/20
How did you find out? We only decided to TTC at the end of August, so I only had one real cycle before this one. I had a business trip planned to Las Vegas when my period was supposed to be due, so I took a test before I left to make sure it would be ok drink while I was there. It was negative, but my period never showed, so I tested when I got back and voila! I was very surprised it happened so fast as I was only tracking using the calendar, it took us 7 cycles to conceive our DD and that was with temperature tracking and ovulation testing.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?)
DH is 37 and an engineer, we have been together for 10 years, married for almost 5. DD is 20 mos old, I was in the March 2020 BMB. It feels so funny to be posting in one again! We have two cats. I work for an art museum handling the wedding and private event rentals there. Pre-COVID and baby times, I also face painted professionally and hope to get back to it soon.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I am feeling cautiously excited *TW*
*End TW* also feeling a little stressed thinking about how we will afford child care now that this is a reality. Only real symptom so far is that I am RAVENOUS, my appetite has like tripled.
I get my blood drawn tomorrow and my first U/S is on 12/17. I want to wait til after the U/S to tell family but that’s going to be real hard at Thanksgiving and Hannukah coming up!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Grilled cheese and tomato soup, best comfort food ever.
Due date? July 30
How did you find out? My cycle is synced with one of my girlfriends at work. She was talking and I was trying to figure her mood. Then she asked how my period was treating me. How has I forgotten it was coming? I tested when I got home!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?)
I have known my husband since middle school but we have only been together for 7 years. W have been married for 5 1/2 years. We have two making kittens. He is PGA pro and runs a local golf course. I am a Corporal in hospital security.
How are you feeling? After 3 miscarriages I am surprised at how optimistic I am. I feel completely different then I have before. My boobs are slightly sore and I’m tired. I also have some food adversions
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Frozen Reese’s peanut butter cups!
Due date? 7/7/22
How did you find out?
Long story short, we decided not to have kids last year and within a couple of months from that decision, I find out I’m pregnant!
*TW*
*END TW*
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?)
FTM, we have a 12 year old Boston Terrier, she is and has been our baby. We’ve been together for 10 years. We love to stay active, whether it’s going to the gym (F45) or cycling during the summer.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?)
Emotionally, I’m protecting myself, so I’m cautiously optimistic.
Physically, I’m nauseous, my boobs are massive and sore, and I have an appetite of a baby bird???!!! I eat half of what I used to and get full so quickly and the indigestion, oh man!
My first appointment was at 6 weeks and we saw a heart beat (112bpm) which definitely helped with the anxiety (until the next appointment which is this Friday)
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever.
Oh this is a tough one but most likely pizza, you can have so many different variations
Due date: 7/31 — just squeaking into the July club!
How did you find out: My husband and I have been TTC our first child since April. I’ve been ovulation tracking. I had a feeling I was maybe pregnant, and took a test a few days before I expected my period. Came back positive!
Tell us about yourself: I’m 33 and a nurse. I shifted down to part-time in August after a stressful year and a lot of burnout feelings. It’s been the best thing and I find myself actually enjoying work again! My husband is a data analyst and works remotely from home/at the “office space” he “rents” from his best friend (a big above the garage loft). LOL. We have been married 5 years, together almost 8. Last year we moved from Texas to Wisconsin when his mom was in a serious accident. She has made a huge recovery but still needs help. Moving here has been the best thing! We have a 100 year old farmhouse on 40 acres and love being out in the woods. Hiking, camping, writing, and travel are some of my favorite things to do. And I’m an animal lover—have a geriatric German Shepherd and 2 cats. Started X country skiing last year and loved it! Hopefully I can still safely do some easy trails this year.
How are you feeling: Excited but also super anxious. TW: I had a chemical pregnancy in June and even though I only knew I was pregnant for 4 days, I felt devastated. I am feeling hopeful this time around. Trying to avoid the google rabbit hole. After all, google doesn’t know the future and can’t tell me if this will be a sticky healthy baby, but I sure wish it could! End TW: already having nausea and sore boobs although I’m only 4w 3d. My first midwife appointment is 12/3 and I can’t wait.
Fun fact: what would I eat forever? Mmmm, it’s a toss up between fresh pasta and super dark chocolate.
TTC #1 since 7.2017
Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3 | all BFN
IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys
FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name"
RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET
FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer
2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle
Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks
TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20
Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21
Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation
Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal
Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations
BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22
DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023
Consultation with RI | 6.6.23
Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal
Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56
Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine
Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds
Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox
Repeat labs in 8 weeks
Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues
TTC put on pause
Due date? July 30
How did you find out? I suspected that I could be expecting because my cycle was late. I took two home test and they both were positive immediately. Went to doctor the next day for a blood test and it was positive. My beta hcg was 3000. I was told I was 4weeks+4. I go back next week for labs and ultrasound.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) My husband and I have been married for 10 years. We have been actively trying for 8 years. This is our first positive. I have had several surgeries and 3 failed IUIs. It has been a very emotional journey. We took two month off of trying and low and behold, I got my first positive!
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I am extremely excited and very hopeful! I have had some heartburn, mild cramping and yesterday I began having headaches. Emotionally I still am in shock! I have been waiting for my turn for years. :)
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Definitely sushi!! I’m already missing it, but if there ever was a good reason to stop eating it is this.
How did you find out: by obsessively testing lol
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): My husband and I have one other child, he is 4.5. I work from home. We have A LOT of pets lol, 4 cats and 2 dogs.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) Exhausted, nauseous off and on, and super nervous for my first appt on 11/30.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Cheeseburger, fries and a milkshake!
As for work, I teach at a school for kids with complex needs and I love it!!! My job is my passion. For fun, I like to craft (knitting, crochet, sewing, you name it!). I also like to tend to my plant babies and be physically active (I'm a runner in summer and curl in the winter)
I can't decide. I'm too much of a foodie!
Due date? 7/9/22
How did you find out? We’ve been doing IVF for about a year. *tw* We had a miscarriage last year and then two failed frozen embryo transfers. *end tw* We transferred two frozen embryos October 21 and one stuck! I tested at home on day 7 after my husband pushed because he couldn’t stand it any longer lol. We found out we were pregnant but we’re too nervous to celebrate. We got our beta back on day 10 and it was a little low so we braced ourselves. After doing bloodwork two more times, our numbers went up like crazy! We went in to do an early ultrasound to make sure it wasn’t ectopic and, thankfully, we were safe!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) no other children but we do have two dogs and three cats, so our house is crazy with a bunch of animal dynamics lol. I’m a school psychologist and my husband is an attorney with a non profit. He has been incredibly supportive. We love traveling, doing projects together, and walking our dogs! We got married a little over a year ago at a drive in movie theater (thanks, COVID) and then again in a small Indian ceremony!
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) My first appointment was a relief but following it I had *tw* some heavy bleeding accompanied with cramping and I was convinced I was miscarrying. We went to the er and they told us our chances with 50/50. After seeing our fertility doctor, they told us they were less concerned and that I have a subchorionic hemorrhage. *end tw* So now I’m trying to rest as much as possible but I am a busy bee and that is proving to be so difficult!! It’s been super emotional and we’re still holding on with a few reservations but we’ve been lucky to have had 4 ultrasounds already with another this week!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Omg right now all I want to eat is feta straight by itself lmao. I also LOVE any type of peanut butter ice cream!
On a side note…any MD/DC/VA expecting moms out there?
Friends since 2008
Started dating: July 1st, 2013
Engaged: July 1st, 2014
Married: July 1st, 2016
R born: July 8th, 2017
N born: June 30th, 2019
Baby #3 Due: July 7th, 2022
(maybe I only ovulate in October XD)
@harmank91 peanut butter ice cream? That sounds amazing! I’m going to have to look for some!
Due date? 7/22/22
***TW!!***
Suffered a loss 2+ yrs ago around 9.5 weeks, so I have hope that this time she'll stay.
Due date? 7/10 unless they Adjust it
How did you find out? Was 5 days late and just kept testing. I really thought I was out this cycle.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) 3 kids, 1 cat, 2 dogs, 1 husband lol, I’m a baker and ultramarathon runner.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?)
first appt is tomorrow, feeling nauseous, tired, and sore boobs.
TW: I had a miscarriage in august so my emotions are all over the place. I have my first appt tomorrow so I’m hoping that helps my anxiety.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Peanut butter
Due date? July 29th
How did you find out? Had FET of 2 littles Nov 10th and I couldn’t make it the entire TWW so I ended up using a HPT 7DPT and got a faint line. Proceeded to take a test daily until my beta on the 22nd. Confirmed pregnant and have been on cloud9 ever since.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?) DH and I have been married and TTC for over a decade. I have no other children, this was our first round of IVF and as I am 39 most likely my last. I have 2 furbabies. I run my own Ecom biz and am currently an MBA student.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I had my first ultrasound this morning and showed two sacks and two yolks… twins! I have been having mild cramps, gas, runny nose and a sore butt from all these dern shots. I have been nauseous for a week or so, mild but it’s there. I get winded super quick. And the craziest most vivid dreams started a little over a week ago.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever. Vietnamese Hot Soup or dennys cheese sticks
Due date? 7/20/22
How did you find out? Pregnancy test a week after missed period.
Tell us about yourself: I'm 35 years old. Married with two cats. We both work at tech companies. My husband (36) & I have been trying since **TW** my last pregnancy which miscarried at 10 weeks in late Sep’21, it was my first pregnancy. It feels great to be back in The Bump community again! **End TW**
How are you feeling? Excited, but also trying to stay mentally prepared in case it turns out like last time (see above section). My first prenatal appointment is Week 11. Not sure if this is normal, but the healthcare facility I’m going to generally only schedule first prenatal appointments during Week 11-13, which seems later than what I’ve read from pregnancy books and articles (Week 8-10). Midwife who handled my post miscarriage appointment previously mentioned I could come in at Week 6 for blood test, urine test, and ultrasound to check for viability. After talking to my husband about it and asking myself what I’d do with the information, I decided to just wait until my first appointment in Week 11.
GTKY Fun fact: I didn’t have any nausea in my previous/first pregnancy, but this time I felt a very mild nausea/dizziness in the past few days and sudden cravings for food that my grandma used to make for me. Ramen with dumplings, porridge with Chinese pickled cucumbers (marinated in sweet soy sauce), and green onion pancakes. Not a lot of good Chinese restaurants where I live now, so I might have to make them myself!
Introduce yourself- my name is Katie and I have been TTC for a year, we did IVF and this is our second transfer. So grateful and nervous!
Due date- 7/31
Tell us about yourself- I’m 32 and live in LA with my husband and my golden doodle.
so nice to be here and to support one another! Sending good vibes to all!
My name is Tiffany, we started TTC in September and got our BFP on Halloween.
Due date: 7/10
How did you find out?
We were tracking ovulation and although I didn't have many symptoms I took a cheap test 10.31 and could see a faint line. Took a clearblue 11.2 which confirmed
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?)
This is our first. We have 3 dogs and parakeets. I'm an Accounting Supervisor for the Marine Corps. My husband is a Grounds Supervisor for a local baseball complex. We live in Kansas. I like to craft and am all for a DIY project.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?)
I feel pretty normal. Bloating and heartburn but not too bad. We had our first appointment the day before Thanksgiving and got to see baby (which tbh looked more like a blob, sorry future child). We haven't told family yet so emotionally I'm ready to tell everyone!
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever.
Pasta. All the pasta.
Introduce yourself: Hey there! I'm a mama in her mid 30s with a 4.5 year old girl. My life has changed drastically since she was born, and now I'm so excited about this next adventure.
Due date? July 25th, although I delivered 3 weeks early last time.
How did you find out? It took me 4 years to get pregnant with my first child. I ended up taking letrozole and conceived on the 3rd cycle. Knowing that my boyfriend and I decided to start fertility testing next year. Well - we stopped being careful and got a great surprise. I felt like crap one day and realized I should have already gotten my period (something I've tracked like a crazy person for all but the last 2 months). Took a test and bam!
Tell us about yourself I never know what to say here. I have a really sarcastic terrible sense of humor, so sorry in advance. I work from home, have 2 dogs and watch other dogs as a side business. My daughter is wild and crazy, and too much fun. Divorced from her dad, and have been with my boyfriend for the last couple years.
How are you feeling? Tired, yucky, happy. First appt is Dec 20th.
GTKY Fun fact: Nachos. For sure nachos.
😊
1st birth through years of trying and the wonder drug letrozole.
Second a great surprise.
1st birth through years of trying and the wonder drug letrozole.
Second a great surprise.
Due date? 7/15 is my guess but I’ll know more after my ultrasound next week
How did you find out? I felt off and I just knew. I got a faint positive and then faint the next morning. Ended up having an appointment for a pap that day and I told them I got a positive test result but then I tested negative on their test in the office. I asked for beta draws. They did a beta draw and it showed I was super early. I wasn’t feeling too confident though with TW….
two previous loses and that the tests were showing up so light. But then the beta more than doubled. We did two more draws. One in two days and then one a week after that and my levels look great.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?)
I have three kids, my son is 6, middle daughter is 3 and my youngest was born during the start of the pandemic in June 2020 and is one and a half. My husband and I both own our own businesses and worked from home even pre-pandemic. I landed a big client and started with them the week I found out I was pregnant so I’m really nervous about them finding out eventually since I know I’m not going to be able to hide it long being my 4th.
How are you feeling? (First appointment? Any symptoms? Emotionally?) I honestly feel awful. My boobs are really sore and I’m still nursing my youngest so it hurts so bad. I’m exhausted. And my morning sickness is so bad. I’m having a hard time keeping any fluids down and my insurance company is giving me a hard time covering Bonjesta which is the only thing that helped with my 3rd. I’m taking benedryl and b6 but it’s really not helping as much as I need it to.
But I’m also and mostly thrilled. I love being a mom and honestly I’ve never felt more powerful than in childbirth.
GTKY Fun fact: Tell us what you would choose if you could only eat one thing forever
I honestly can’t answer this question right now because I just puked. 😂🤢😩
1st birth through years of trying and the wonder drug letrozole.
Second a great surprise.