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Having a tough time

rascus15rascus15 member
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Having a tough time tonight dealing with the wait for further testing.  For those who are not familiar here is the link to what is going on

https://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/74587801.aspx

I have more bloodwork tomorrow with results on Tuesday and ultrasound on Thursday.  It is so tough not knowing if I should be preparing for the worst or if I should be hopeful and just enjoying the pregnancy.  I don't really know why I am typing this, just needed to vent I guess.  Thanks for listening.

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  • happywifemomofonehappywifemomofone member
    Hope that tomorrow you get the results of you bw, and are excited by the numbers.  Waiting to see if things are going to go your way just really sucks.  Sending hope and prayers for seeing a baby with HB on Thursday.  Thinking of you!
    TTC since 10/09 Me-43 DH-44 RE and testing 10/10-11/10, Recommending IVF 1/11 New RE AMA and DOR-DH low motility IVF #1.1 cancelled 3/11 due to poor response IVF #1.2 May 2011, one perfect 8-cell embryo, 3dt-BFN, IVF #2.1 Converted to IUI d/t poor response. New RE 9/2011. IVF 2.2 completed using HGH,EPP,DHEA, Q-10 and accupuncture. Transferred one 8-cell, grade one embryo on 10/19. BFP 10/31/11 Chemical pregancy on 11/2/11. Started stims for IVF #3, our final try, on 12-2-11. ET on 12/18. Transferred 3 Grade A embryos-BFFN Planning DE IVF, late March/early April- Donors ER expected to be 4/2-4/4. PAIF/SAIF welcome
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  • StephanieLove10StephanieLove10 member

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.  Prior to this pregnancy, I suffered three miscarriages in a row, all before 12 weeks.  I also have large fibroids. At one point, one was measuring 8 centimeters.  So, I've been there.  The blood tests, the ultrasounds, the waiting, praying, crying. 

    After my second loss, someone told me not to give up.  After the third, I was ready to throw in the towel.  I'm over 40, all of the post pregnancy testing came back with fetal abnormalities.  My husband and I entered counseling to deal with the grief.  I was at the point of deciding whether to have a hysterectomy (the fibroids are that large and numerous), or getting Mirena. 

    The month after I called my insurance company to pay for Mirena, I found out I was pregnant.  I was afraid to get excited at first, but I'm now almost in my third trimester, with no complications other than those pesky fibroids.  I just came back from a growth scan, and my son has pushed those buggers out of the way and is growing normally.

    So I'm going to tell you what I was told:  Don't give up hope.  This scare may just be a bump in the road on your way to a normal pregnancy and healthy baby.  Even if this doesn't turn out well, there's still hope. Hang in there.

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  • GuennieGuennie member
    I know how scary it is, wishing you great results and a healthy pregnancy. Hang in there and try not to focus on the fears and the whatifs. Your body needs positive thinking. Deep breath and find some happy distractions if you can, no matter how small they may be. Hugs.
    Me:41, DH:41 Positive for MTHFR mutations- one copy C677T, one copy A1298C. One daughter born on Thanksgiving in 2013. Six losses.
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  • rascus15rascus15 member
    Thank you everyone for all the prayers, positive thoughts, and well wishes.  I had my blood drawn today and will get the results tomorrow.  Feeling more positive today.  Getting the blood drawn made me feel like there is progress.  Fingers crossed for good results tomorrow :)

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  • Jacque SillsJacque Sills member

    *Lurker*

    I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers....I am glad to read that you are feeling more positive and I am wishing you the best for perfect results!  :)   Hang in there.......

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  • rascus15rascus15 member
    I got my lab results today.  Last week they were 14,725 this week they are 16,257.  Instead of doubling every 48-72 hours, they only increased by 1,532.  The nurse told me to come in Thursday for the ultra sound but she has never seen a pregnancy with such a low rate of increase be a viable one.  Waiting until Thursday to get some closure with the u/s.

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  • rascus15rascus15 member
    It is a blighted ovum.  Scheduled for D & C tomorrow.

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  • StephanieLove10StephanieLove10 member
    I am so, so sorry.
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  • rascus15rascus15 member

    Thank you, having that loss was incredibly difficult.  We didn't lose hope and we are now blessed with a pregnancy that has progressed to 7 weeks and we saw/heard a healthy heartbeat on ultra sound.  I will always feel a loss for the baby we didn't get to keep, but feel very happy and hopeful about what is yet to come.  :)

     

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  • happyturtle03happyturtle03 member
    I had a m/c literally right before this pregnancy. I lost the other in April, had one normal period in May, and then by early June was feeling very much like I might be pregnant again. I am still a little sad for the one that I lost, but I know that it just wasn't meant to be. This pregnancy has gone very smoothly so far, my baby girl is strong and active and I am feeling good. Wishing you all the best rascus15! I hope this is a great pregnancy for you and that baby continues to grow healthy and strong! Take care, get lots of rest, and enjoy this time!
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  • rascus15rascus15 member
    happyturtle03 said:
    I had a m/c literally right before this pregnancy. I lost the other in April, had one normal period in May, and then by early June was feeling very much like I might be pregnant again. I am still a little sad for the one that I lost, but I know that it just wasn't meant to be. This pregnancy has gone very smoothly so far, my baby girl is strong and active and I am feeling good. Wishing you all the best rascus15! I hope this is a great pregnancy for you and that baby continues to grow healthy and strong! Take care, get lots of rest, and enjoy this time!
    Thank you so much!  We just had our 10 week u/s and all is good :)

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