Frustrated. . .

Crzyblondie85

Yes, yes, yes I'm another one of those "lurkers" coming out from hiding.  My husband and I have been married since August of 2008.  In the back of my mind I've known I always wanted to be a summer mommy and knew how the whole "getting pregnant" process worked, it seemed easy enough. 

Now that we have been trying, this is cycle #5, it seems like EVERYONE I could possibly know is either having kids or announcing that they are pregnant except for us.  As much as I am happy for everyone on the outside I'm dying on the inside of jealousy and keep asking myself, "why not me?" 5 cycles into it I've decided I really could care less at this point when my child is born, I don't even care if they're born on Christmas I just know I want to hold my own child in my arms SO bad. 

As I've been reading all the posts on here I realize I'm not nearly as far into the TTC process as some are and I can only imagine the frustration you're feeling is so much stronger than what I'm feeling right now.  I find myself breaking down in tears everytime I see that "I'm pregnant" status update on FB.  After lurking for quite sometime I decided the only way to help myself is to talk to people who understand me, so what better place to do this but on the TTC board.  I've learned so much lurking and can't wait to share this TTC experience with everyone! 

SeptemberBride'08

Hi and welcome. I'm sorry you are feeling frustrated. Getting pregnant is not as easy as they make it sound in high school....well unless you're in high school )

This board may not be right for you though. This is Trouble Trying to get pregnant where most ladies have a dx like pcos, mfi, if or some other health problem that gives them trouble getting pregnant.

I would check out Trying to get pregnant which is one board below this. Also pick up a copy of "taking charge of your fertility". It's very helpful when you're in the beginning of trying. Best of luck on your journey!

Crzyblondie85

That is SO true regarding "unless you're in high school".  I watch those silly 16 and pregnant shows.  

Thank you for the information about switching boards, I'll go and post over there.  I actually bought TCOYF the 2nd month we were trying and it is chalked FULL of information.  Again, thank you for your information and good luck to you in your TTC journey!

Glowconsin

Not to snark, but as a bit of perspective, I'm on at least cycle #30.  I stopped counting after #18.

Hang in there and keep your chin up.  Learn as much as you can about your body, it will help you in the long run.

ChicagoWeded2007

Yes, I think you should visit the "Trying to Get Pregnant" board.  5 cycles?  I am sorry to be insensitive, but I almost laughed when I read that.  I am on cycle 24 or something.  If you are over 35 and try for 6 cycles, then you can go see your doctor.  If you are under 35 and try for 12 cycles, then you can go and see your doctor.  I would recommend going straight to an RE, and don't start any tests with your OB.  It is much easier to do it all at the RE and he will find the answers in weeks instead of months.

Jewlz018

 Ditto to what PPs said, TTGP might be a good fit for you.  Good Luck!

SeptemberBride'08

Crzyblondie85:

That is SO true regarding "unless you're in high school".  I watch those silly 16 and pregnant shows.  

Thank you for the information about switching boards, I'll go and post over there.  I actually bought TCOYF the 2nd month we were trying and it is chalked FULL of information.  Again, thank you for your information and good luck to you in your TTC journey!

Guys....she went over to TTGP.