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May 2014 Moms
newbs-lurkers-veterans
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Re: newbs-lurkers-veterans
It is pretty odd that half way through we're seeing an influx of complete strangers on the boards and in all honesty, it's hard to connect or remember a poster who uses the stock avatar rather than their own unique pic (Unless you are completely nutso like Ladyabigail).
But if you want to really feel like a part of the group, you have to get your toes wet and keep posting and contributing, Get to know those who have been here for the duration of our pregnancies and don't expect us to agree with you 100% or to blow sparkly smoke; it just isn't how we roll up in here.
And if you stay long enough, you'll find out that these "veterans" totally rock and will have your back on here when the poo hits the fan.
Don't judge, don't get Pissy, don't get discouraged and above all, don't stop believin'!
Xoxo,
The Bumpie formerly known as Debbie Downer
Also, does that mean I'm part of the cool kids clique?? :P
Huge, creepy internet hugs and T&Ps heading your way!
Anyway, I really like that this board is no nonsense. There is support for those who are active members who need it, honest and helpful opinions are given when a question is asked, and when people complain about commenters not agreeing with them, they get called out on it. Also, what's not to love about all the bitchin' gifs all the time?
Mommy to my sweet boy, JG, born May 15, 2014
Baby #2 due 4/26/16!
oh, wait, you mean I missed the gif boat because I work and am in CA so I miss all the fun all day?? FINE!
A non-clicky poll for you:
Will you be my friend? Circle yes or no.
DS#1 - Apr 22, 2010
DS#2 - Oct 26, 2012
DS#3 - May 28, 2014
Andplusalso, lurkers may continue to lurk. I don't care. I do care slightly when people start complaining that they weren't nominated for prom queen when they never bothered to be nice or present for any day of class for the last 6 months.
Nobody is kicking anyone off the bump or the birth month board. Contribute or don't but don't complain that you feel ostracized when you have ultimate control over your bumping actions.
Now can we got back to braiding hair at our gif party? This thread is really harshing my May momma mellow.
Yes, it is the internet. But we are also real people having real experiences. Some of us want that fellowship with others who are going through the same thing and have worked to build it. We will all get out of this board what we put into it. It's so nice to know you're enjoying the benefits of what others have taken the time to create while simultaneously thinking yourself above all of it. How great for you.
Yes, it is the internet. But we are also real people having real experiences. Some of us want that fellowship with others who are going through the same thing and have worked to build it. We will all get out of this board what we put into it. It's so nice to know you're enjoying the benefits of what others have taken the time to create while simultaneously thinking yourself above all of it. How great for you.
Sorry for the weeping willow of quotes, but I also want to add that even TB refers to these boards as "communities." It's not a search engine, there are real people being active members of this community on here.
As an aside, I am on a FB group with mamas in my area, who I could actually consider members of my community IRL, but most of those posts turn into one-ups and pissing contests, and don't offer real advice. I find a much more present sense of community here, with strangers from all over the country (and world, for that matter), which is really cool!
Mommy to my sweet boy, JG, born May 15, 2014
Baby #2 due 4/26/16!
2011: FSH 13.3 & E 99; AMH 0.54 2nd FSH 6.2 E 40's AFC: 8
BFP from Clomid/IUI ~ Pre-e and IUGR during pregnancy ~ DS born 9/4/12
Feb./March 2013: AMH less than 0.16 (undectable) and AFC = 4;
BFP from supps ~ DS#2 due May 2014
May 2014 January Siggy Challenge:
but i'd just like to echo all the good shizz muh pink-wearing-on-wednesday sistahs said.
i have also gleaned an unhealthy amount of affirmation from TB ladies.
but seriously, the M14 board has been a phenomenal tool for this pea-brained FTM. i have learned so much, seen things from different perspectives, and have offered and received very sincere support.
a fbook group was created and suddenly lurkers felt entitled to something we had debated and held off on due to privacy concerns. if all you crazies had come out of the woodwork last week there's no way any of us would have taken the plunge into fbook.
i'm all for peaceful discussion, but when you are unwilling to listen to views that vary from your own...get out.
we should form a sisterhood of the traveling maternity pants.
I'm headed out to the alley now with my chains and switchblades...
2011: FSH 13.3 & E 99; AMH 0.54 2nd FSH 6.2 E 40's AFC: 8
BFP from Clomid/IUI ~ Pre-e and IUGR during pregnancy ~ DS born 9/4/12
Feb./March 2013: AMH less than 0.16 (undectable) and AFC = 4;
BFP from supps ~ DS#2 due May 2014
May 2014 January Siggy Challenge:
I'm headed out to the alley now with my chains and switchblades...
That Elmo is badass.
Mommy to my sweet boy, JG, born May 15, 2014
Baby #2 due 4/26/16!
This needs to be our M14 official siggy or something. I'm cookie monster with the fully auto AR.
2011: FSH 13.3 & E 99; AMH 0.54 2nd FSH 6.2 E 40's AFC: 8
BFP from Clomid/IUI ~ Pre-e and IUGR during pregnancy ~ DS born 9/4/12
Feb./March 2013: AMH less than 0.16 (undectable) and AFC = 4;
BFP from supps ~ DS#2 due May 2014
May 2014 January Siggy Challenge:
2011: FSH 13.3 & E 99; AMH 0.54 2nd FSH 6.2 E 40's AFC: 8
BFP from Clomid/IUI ~ Pre-e and IUGR during pregnancy ~ DS born 9/4/12
Feb./March 2013: AMH less than 0.16 (undectable) and AFC = 4;
BFP from supps ~ DS#2 due May 2014
May 2014 January Siggy Challenge:
Mommy to my sweet boy, JG, born May 15, 2014
Baby #2 due 4/26/16!
2011: FSH 13.3 & E 99; AMH 0.54 2nd FSH 6.2 E 40's AFC: 8
BFP from Clomid/IUI ~ Pre-e and IUGR during pregnancy ~ DS born 9/4/12
Feb./March 2013: AMH less than 0.16 (undectable) and AFC = 4;
BFP from supps ~ DS#2 due May 2014
May 2014 January Siggy Challenge: