Hey ladies! Welcome to the Tuesday ticker check-in! If your ticker changes over to a new week today, feel free to join our check-in. Help us get to know you better by giving us a brief intro and including your estimated due date.
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The Tuesday ticker change ladies!!
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How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? XXX
If you’re far enough along, are you having a boy or girl or are you team green? (This is to update the list, so if you’re already on there no need to answer again!) XXX
How are you feeling? XXX
Favorite moment of the week? XXX
Least favorite moment of the week? XXX
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? XXX
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? XXX
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? XXX
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TTC since Sept 2011, Unexplained IF
Oct 12 - Jan 14: 3 clomid/TI cycles, 2 hysteroscopies, 2 IUIs, 1 BFP (MMC @ 12w), 2 more IUIs
Feb 14: Gonal-f + IUI #5 = BFP! (EDD 11/4/14)
Baby boy arrived 11/13/14!
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TTC since Sept 2011, Unexplained IF
Oct 12 - Jan 14: 3 clomid/TI cycles, 2 hysteroscopies, 2 IUIs, 1 BFP (MMC @ 12w), 2 more IUIs
Feb 14: Gonal-f + IUI #5 = BFP! (EDD 11/4/14)
Baby boy arrived 11/13/14!
How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? 32 weeks, squash
How are you feeling? Really good this week!
Favorite moment of the week? All weekend! I had my shower on Saturday and it was so much fun! I felt so happy and grateful to have family and friends there to celebrate the baby, my mom and sister did a great job hosting, and everyone was so generous. We started TTC 3 years ago this month, not as long as some, but there were definitely times when I thought it wouldn't happen. I've been floating along on a happy cloud since Saturday, and I keep thinking that I can't believe I'm close enough to having a real, live baby that I actually just had a baby shower! One of my BFFs came on Friday from out of state for the shower and then on Sunday I went wedding dress shopping with my sister, so it was a long weekend of fun!
Least favorite moment of the week? Going back to work yesterday.
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? My feet are starting to swell a little, that's new.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? I had a sad moment Saturday morning before the shower thinking about how I never got the chance to celebrate our 1st pregnancy. But I'm so grateful to have the opportunity with this baby.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? No milestones until next month (our 1st loss date), next check-up appointment is Thursday.
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TTC since Sept 2011, Unexplained IF
Oct 12 - Jan 14: 3 clomid/TI cycles, 2 hysteroscopies, 2 IUIs, 1 BFP (MMC @ 12w), 2 more IUIs
Feb 14: Gonal-f + IUI #5 = BFP! (EDD 11/4/14)
Baby boy arrived 11/13/14!
@rox825 My heartburn is just like yours, awful some days, non-existent on others. I have Prevacid, but I still haven't taken it. Any meds make me jumpy while pregnant and so far the heartburn hasn't been as bad as it was that week when I asked for the prescription. I also think I've able to tune into foods that make it worse; so maybe avoiding those foods is helping?
How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you?
29 weeks, acorn squash
How are you feeling?
Still feeling pretty good. I tire easily, but all things considered I'm pretty good. I can still get up off from the floor unassisted, so I count that as a win!
Favorite moment of the week?
The upside of GD is extra growth scans. I got a surprise u/s at my appointment yesterday and it was magical. She is just gorgeous. I got to watch her practice breathing! She was 3lb 0oz which puts us in the 57th percentile. According to the doctor it was a beautiful and boring u/s. Yay!
Least favorite moment of the week?
I woke up from a nap yesterday to find a strange man taking surveyor measurements in my back yard. I politely asked him wth he was doing in my yard and he told me that he was taking measurements for the closing. Um, say what? We rent this house and nobody let us know about it being sold, so I was pretty angry. I told him he was probably mistaken. He said no, he had just done 3 other houses for our property group. Long story short, our house is NOT being sold. That guy was either very confused or a criminal. So if I see him again on the property I have been advised to call the police. I really just hope he was confused.
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones?
Hanging steady. Feeling pretty good for now.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests?
Feeling very good after yesterday. 3lb feels like a solid number to me. I'm starting to calm down about preterm labor. Also she is moving a LOT so that helps me.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to?
Next week I'll be in the 30's!
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21 weeks!!
If you’re far enough along, are you having a boy or girl or are you team green? (This is to update the list, so if you’re already on there no need to answer again!) XXX
How are you feeling?
Wonderful. I've been feeling her more and more every week.
Favorite moment of the week?
We sent a reveal picture to my family this week and we bought a travel system for $75 after a coupon and a mail in rebate!
Least favorite moment of the week?
My A/s on Thursday cause you had to go in with a full bladder.... it was awful
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones?
Heartburn a lot and aching feet and back but it's all worth it.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests?
As long as she is moving I am good I've passed my milestone this week! I'm so happy this is my rainbow.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? I have a 22 week appointment next Monday. That will make me feel even better.
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I may have already done this one, can't remember! What have been your favorite and least favorite things about pregnancy so far?
The fear is my least favorite! The movement is my favorite thing.
How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? 20 weeks! Banana
How are you feeling? I think I have an ear infection? I haven't had one since I was like 3 years old but I called my OB and they want to me to see my GP because they think I might have one. Kind of weird. I have that appointment later today.
Favorite moment of the week? Finally felt LO move! 5 precious little kicks Sunday night when I was laying in bed. Just amazing!
Least favorite moment of the week? XXX
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? Heartburn is finally under control, so long as I take my Zantac twice a day. And I don't know if the potential ear infection counts as a symptom, but it's certainly uncomfortable.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? So much better since feeling movement Sunday night!
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? I have my anatomy scan next Monday. Seriously can not wait!
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About the same but not too bad right now.
I had my glucose test over the weekend, so just waiting for my results. I hate looking at my patient portal to check because it also still lists all my old, more depressing loss appointments.
How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? 26 week = lettuce!
How are you feeling? Hip pain is still there, but there's a light at the end of the tunnel. My rheumatologist said she could do local steroid shots after I take my GTT next week. Sweet relief is in sight!
Favorite moment of the week? Had a great weekend; Fri/Sat were full of baby-related sewing projects and then Sunday we went to a Celtic Festival, a fabulous taco restaurant, and a rock concert! Exhausting, but definitely fun!
Least favorite moment of the week? Can't really think of one? Guess that's a good sign...
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? Baby is definitely getting lower and it's putting lots of pressure on my pelvis. Also, nips are back to hurting, which I'm guessing is due to the intermittent leakage.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? Doing okay.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? Next Thursday is the GTT, so that will be fun (not) and my first cervical check. Fingers crossed for no progress!
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TTC since Sept 2011, Unexplained IF
Oct 12 - Jan 14: 3 clomid/TI cycles, 2 hysteroscopies, 2 IUIs, 1 BFP (MMC @ 12w), 2 more IUIs
Feb 14: Gonal-f + IUI #5 = BFP! (EDD 11/4/14)
Baby boy arrived 11/13/14!
How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? 20 weeks, banana
How are you feeling? Great! Sleeping with the body pillow is making it so much more comfortable. I talked to my OB today about the pain I'm having in my hip/low back and he agrees that it's the sacroiliac join that's unstable. If I stand or walk a lot (particularly while working), it makes it really painful to walk. He recommended getting a support belt for around my hips, which I will be doing pronto.
Favorite moment of the week? I have two! We had a great A/S yesterday and were able to stay team green! On Saturday, I could feel some definite kicks/punches from the outside. I told MH about it and then Baby Dreamer showed off and was punching/kicking for him, too. It was so fun seeing his expression as the baby was moving all around.
Least favorite moment of the week? Late afternoon last Tuesday, we got a call from my MIL saying that FIL's cancer is more extensive than they originally thought. On the bright side, they're moving back near us so he can get a second opinion and likely treatment at the university hospital here.
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? My nose and gums bleed more easily now. It's not uncommon for my nose to bleed a little when I even gently blow my nose.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? I'm ok. I had the EDD for my second loss last week on the 3rd and have another loss anniversary on the 18th of this month. I'm doing much better than I was a year ago and it's easier since this pregnancy is going well. Although they aren't forgotten, it's good that the anniversaries are getting easier as time goes on.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? I just had my 20 week appointment this morning, so not another one for another month.
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BFP #2: EDD 9/3/13~~Slow HB at 1st U/S~~MMC -Loss on 2/13/13
@rox825 Thanks for the check-in! Yay for a great shower! You’re getting so close.
@mrstuna08 That is so creepy about the person in your backyard. I really hope that they were just confused and that you never have to see them again.
@elysa15 That’s a great deal on your stroller. Wow!
@larahouseman Yay for feeling movement! That is so exciting. Sorry to hear about your ear, yuck.
@megbmeg Awe, so glad that DH got to feel the movement! FX that the glucose test went well.
@grailseeker14 Congrats on a great u/s! That’s wonderful news!
@haleyusf I’m glad that you’ll be able to get some treatment soon for your hip pain, what sweet relief.
BFP #2: EDD 9/3/13~~Slow HB at 1st U/S~~MMC -Loss on 2/13/13
How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? 19 weeks! Heirloom tomato or mango
How are you feeling? Such a loaded question
Favorite moment of the week? My niece (19 months) running up and running into me; I pick her up, and she just clung to me. All because she was just happy to see me.
Least favorite moment of the week? Work.
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? Same ol' all-day-morning sickness.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? Rough mental moments, but the home doppler helps.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? Anatomy scan in the morning! I just want to see the little guy, and it's my husband's first u/s this pregnancy.
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How far along are you? What fruit/veggie are you? 21 weeks - Pomegranate
How are you feeling? Feeling pretty good this week. Still tired early at night though.
Favorite moment of the week? Feeling baby move more and more everyday. And my husband came home and surprised me today a few days early
Least favorite moment of the week? Sept 5th - Facing the anniversary of my loss date.
How are your symptoms? Getting better? Worse? Any new ones? Getting more energy during the day but still pretty tired early on at night. Still getting heartburn/acid indigestion. Starting to get insomnia between 4 & 6 every morning.
How is PGAL brain treating you? Any T&P requests? Feeling pretty dang good this week since I can feel him more everyday. Finally bringing myself to start my registry and start baby room shopping.
Any upcoming appointments or milestones you're looking forward to? I have my 24 week check up the end of this month. I am ready to hit V Day for sure!
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BFP 6/29/2013 - EDD 3/16/14 - MMC 9/5/2013
April 2014 - - 1st ICI Cycle - BFP 5/15/14 EDD: 1/20/15
A/S 8-22-14 - Its a BOY!!
12/15 Checkup & heard his beautiful heartbeat
ALL WELCOME -
Finally made 20 weeks! :-) Bananas
I am feeling "ok, good, fine" mostly... some anxiety. Some heartburn
Fave this week, getting to 20 weeks :-) Also my coworkers being so supportive!
Least fave... My boss is "starting" formal steps to fire me... something that has been in the works since May, I just found out a week and a half ago, they delivered the formal memo a few hours before my a/s.... She's horrid, really the only downside to this job.
Symptoms, my carpal tunnel is worse... hands go numb doing this with my phone, or brushing my hair, or anything :-( And my legs go numb when I've been standing awhile, different nerve than sciatic- grateful its numb and not pain! Heartburn and some cramping when I overexert?
PGAL brain is not too bad, unless I start cramping, still not feeling movement. Sometimes I get a bug in my ear and start to worry a lot, but I can usually put that away and regroup... so far, so good :-) My cervix shortened a little bit from over 6cm to 5cm, I dont think the OB will be concerned... but now I will be thinking I should watch that... and I can't, I have to wait for their concern to catch up to mine :-(
Upcoming appointments: We had our a/s on the 3rd, and they want to see us in 6 weeks. Babies were a little ahead of schedule at 10 oz each then :-), very mobile- so MFM would like to look again when they are bigger, mid OCT. See the OB Friday and leave next Tuesday for Seattle and Denver, as long as everything looks good still :-) We have a shower in Denver, very excited!
GTKY, Favorite thing, being pregnant-with twins!!! Least favorite, symptoms- though still grateful mine have been manageable and not debilitating. .. :-)
I have missed you ladies, and will try to be better with check ins, 1 finger typing makes it hard to tag all, but you have love tits, hugs, and support.... watch for the love tits ;-)
TTC since Sept 2011, Unexplained IF
Oct 12 - Jan 14: 3 clomid/TI cycles, 2 hysteroscopies, 2 IUIs, 1 BFP (MMC @ 12w), 2 more IUIs
Feb 14: Gonal-f + IUI #5 = BFP! (EDD 11/4/14)
Baby boy arrived 11/13/14!
MrsTuna08 – That is so awesome that you got another ultrasound! I am thinking about getting another one at 30 weeks just to get some more pictures if my OB does not want to give me another one. Sorry you had to deal with the crazy guy in your yard, that is really freaky.
Elysa15 – I refused to go into the ultrasound with a super full bladder this time around because it is soo miserable and last time it smooshed the baby down so much they couldn’t see him great anyways and just had me empty it.
larahouseman – I hope you start to feel better and that they figure out what is going on.
megbmeg – FX that you pass your glucose test! I know that I am not looking forward to mine. So exciting you are starting your 3rd trimester!
GrailSeeker14 – Congrats on the awesome ultrasound! That is so exciting! Sending lots of T&P for a great ultrasound the next time.
haleyusf – I hope that the shot helps your hip pain, that sounds miserable. Your weekend sounds like it was a blast!
Birch113 – I hope that you are able to keep your nausea under control, that sounds miserable. Sending BIG ((Hugs)) your way with your EDD coming up. Please try to take care of yourself, they are pretty rough. It would be a perfect day to go and do something special for yourself.
luciddreamer106 – Congrats on your great ultrasound and that you were able to stay team green! Sending Big ((Hugs) your way for both your past EDD and your upcoming loss anniversary.
jcar2 – Sending Big ((Hugs)) your way for your upcoming EDD. Good luck with your upcoming ultrasound! I hope that you are able to find out what you are having.
meagpt22 – You are so close to meeting your little one! Very exciting!
stefani103 – Good Luck at your anatomy scan!
Bigboneded – My hands go numb pretty often too but mostly just when I am laying in bed. I hope that you have a blast on your trip!
BFP 6/29/2013 - EDD 3/16/14 - MMC 9/5/2013
April 2014 - - 1st ICI Cycle - BFP 5/15/14 EDD: 1/20/15
A/S 8-22-14 - Its a BOY!!
12/15 Checkup & heard his beautiful heartbeat
ALL WELCOME -
@birch113 Oh, no! I hope you’re feeling better today back on the Zofran. I’m sorry you’re having a hard time with your EDD coming up. ((hugs)) It’s ok to have mixed feelings.
@jcar2 Awww! I bet it was the baby moving. So exciting!
@meagpt22 I’m sorry you’re so uncomfortable, but you’re so close to the finish line!
@stephani103 I hope the nausea subsides and you can’t get it under control.
@samanthalaura16 I’m glad that you’re feeling better and even starting the registry. To others it may seem like NBD, but to PGAL it’s a huge step.
@bigboneded Try not to worry about not feeling movement yet, especially since you could see their activity on the u/s. I’m sorry to hear about your job, that just sucks. ((hugs))
BFP #2: EDD 9/3/13~~Slow HB at 1st U/S~~MMC -Loss on 2/13/13