TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03

BitterBetty12 · October 2016

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new):

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.):

3. Rants/raves:

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time?

BitterBetty12 · October 2016

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): TWW: 27/6 or 27/7

3. Rants/raves: Just not feeling optimistic this cycle and that sucks. I want to feel like I have a chance and for some reason I don't. It gets harder each month that passes. I convinced myself after my loss that it wouldn't take long to get KU again. But I know that's nonsense. I never imagined I wouldn't be KU by Christmas and now that possibility becomes more real each day. I still hope that I'm being a Debbie downer for no reason. And that despite feeling like I have no chance I'll still be KU. Oh well. At least it makes waiting to test easier.

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time?

I read and play games! Though lately I feel like my free time has been so sparse that I just veg out with Netflix on while hanging out with you lovely ladies on the bump!

chloe97 · October 2016

1.) Hi I'm Chloe. MMC at 10 weeks November '15 and MMC/triploidy at 13 weeks in May.

2.)CD 10 WTO. Broke out the ole Clear Blue Easy Advanced Ovulatuon predictor this morning. That's how you know I'm finally serious about this cycle. I don't waste the $40 on just any cycle!

3.) I have my saline sonogram today. I'm a little annoyed because I decided to stop all Advil while TTC. I took 4 Advil for the HSG and needed it. Hopefully it's not too painful. I'm so nervous that they will find something and bench me. My last 2 AFs have been normal. The second was lighter than the first, which makes me think I don't have scarring, but thinner lining due to hormonal issues.

4.) I need more hobbies! Right now working out ( I just started Orange Theory) is my hobby. I watch a lot of Netflix and take care of my dog.

MimoCa · October 2016

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.):
In limbo waiting for AF then WTO

3. Rants/raves: I'm so exhausted today and this week I have to gear my behind up and try not to be lazy so I can just push through this restaurant crap. I wish I could just stay in bed all day everyday forever but I know after 2 days I'm over it lol. I'm also pissed off that I'm at CD38 waiting patiently for AF but cramping like she's here for 3 weeks already. Come on already and stop toying with my emotions!

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? I haven't had a hobby in for ever, and I Netflix when I do have free time.

szwill86 · October 2016

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): WTO- CD 12. Not starting opks until tmrw but trying to HIO every other day regardless

3. Rants/raves: my rave is having off from work today!

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? I like to go to the gym, even though my body doesn't show it haha but I go to counteract my vegging on the couch the rest of the time. I just restarted Kayla Itsines' Beach Body Guide and it seems to be the only thing that works for me bc I am SO SORE two days later.

Wingless00 · October 2016

@chloe97 FX for this cycle! I have a bunch of Wondfo but remember getting pale pink lines that seems very ambiguous to me. I take it you like the Clear Blue Easy test?

1.) This is my first post after months of lurking. MMC at 10 weeks (2/29).

2.) Benched? WTO?

3.) This is definitely a Rant/Introduction. DH and I have been benched on and off since 2015. It started when we were waiting for genetic testing to determine whether or not he had a rare genetic disorder he had been tentatively diagnosed with as a child (he is, btw, perfectly healthy now). It took months of being shuttled around by specialists but we finally received good news and it was confirmed that he was misdiagnosed as a child! We put off TTC for a few months because the timing wasn't right but then started in January 2016, right after we returned home from a trip to the Dominican Republic but just before the Zika travel warnings were issued. We got pregnant on our first try but now I wish we hadn't been so lucky. Because we were ahead of the CDC on Zika, we were never able to be tested before I miscarried at the end of February and the CDC decided not to test our baby because we didn't have any of the classic Zika symptoms (only mild flu-like symptoms, which could have been a bug we caught on vacation). We have been benched ever since, waiting for better information about the risk to future pregnancies after a Zika infection. I have spent so much time researching and contacting specialists to see if we could get tested or if there was any information out there for us. It is so frustrating to not know if we were infected in the first place! The newest obstacle came up about a month ago, at a pre-conception appointment with our MFM clinic, when it was suggested to us that we get carrier screening tests since my husband has a family history of cystic fibrosis. It turns out, I'm a carrier for CF and now we are waiting on his results. The uncertainty and waiting has been very difficult on us both.

4.) In a previous life, I would have answered that my hobbies were exercising (I love the Tracy Anderson Method) and cooking. Now, it is definitely this message board and Zika-related googling. This board has helped me so much over these long, stressful, and sad months and I am so grateful to all of your for sharing your stories! It helps to know that I'm not alone in my struggles!

amberruka · October 2016

FX for your sonogram @chloe97, a weird wish, but "hopefully nothing."
@BitterBetty12 I hope you're being a Debbie Downer for no reason too

. I'm sorry, this whole process just sucks.

2. WTO CD9.
3. R/R: We BD last night, hopefully tomorrow before leaving for vacay--was talking with DH last night and he needs to get over the fact we are staying in his mom/SD's room and....need. To have. Sex in their bed. Even though it feels weird to him. F--k it, we can do it on the floor or get a hotel room, k? We BD in that bed right after our wedding reception, oi. Maybe I'll just get him drunk

4. I run 4x/week, try and read as much as I can. I like to follow political blogs (all kinds), but only as an observer--don't reveal my idealogical leanings on the internets.

DungeonTrollMel · October 2016

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): not new. I'm a lifer here. MMC at 9w 2/29, CP first cycle back, benched and then another CP. now on my second medicated cycle with my RE

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): TWW dp first IUI.

3. Rants/raves: tomorrow is due date #1. I can't believe it's here already. It actually feels surreal at this point

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time?
i work. A lot. And then I work some more. Other than that i read, try to run, volunteer with Junior League and hang out with my dogs

dpjennifer · October 2016

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): CD 23. 3 DPO. 3. Rants/raves: Finally got confirmation from my insurance that they did pay for the MFM appointment that I had in mid-July after my second MC. I’m hoping that means they’ll pay for genetic testing. Will have to call and get some information about that. ::fingers crossed:: 4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? Oh goodness, I have a ton of hobbies. I love to read and sew. I bake. I enjoy gardening and swimming. I roller skate and enjoy working on my competition dances and figures. I love board games. When I’m stressed out I really enjoy coloring in my adult coloring books and building a puzzle (sometimes with a glass of wine!). @BitterBetty12 Sorry you feel like a Debbie Downer. I completely get that. I wish none of us were here! @chloe97 Hopefully the predictors give you some uplifting info this cycle! @amberruka Good luck convincing your DH. I was giggling at your story! But in a funny *sigh* been there kinda way. @DungeonTrollMel LOL. Lifer. *sigh* That's exactly how I feel. Good luck dealing with the upcoming due date. I hope you can relax and do something nice for yourself.

dpjennifer · October 2016

Also, a zillion apologies to everyone lately... my stupid work computer keeps saying I don't have Java installed correctly or something and I thus I can't "like" people's statuses from my work computer, nor apparently does it allow any sort of formatting whatsoever to my responses. Grrr... End Rant!

SoonToBeMommaHowe · October 2016

1) The dreaded month...we have officially reached the 3 year mark of TTC. How does time go by like that?!?

2) WTO, CD9

3) I ranted a few days ago on the Thankful Thurs board. Basically just in shock that I'm still child less.

4) My hobbies include crafting, baking, working out, watching sports, spoiling my pit bull and as crazy as it sounds I love cleaning my house!

sorry about your EDD @DungeonTrollMel

@amberruka we are also headed to my parents house this weekend which will be the very beginning of FW. So you will not be the only one being scandalous at the parentals casa

fivetimesnoluck · October 2016

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): Don't know if it's just my computer, but I can't see anyone's signatures anymore, so for those unfamiliar, I am still trying for #1 after having had five losses. First was in early 2013. Currently seeing an RE who specializes in RPL and although we didn't previously have trouble conceiving, when we started seeing this doc, all of a sudden IF is an issue too! This is our sixth and likely final medicated cycle before considering IVF with donor egg.

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): CD 11, WTO. Had follicle check this morning and for the second time ever on stims, I have multiple follies! YAY! There are three that could be contenders and while my doc is typically cautious, he encouraged us to not skip this cycle for fear of multiples. Instead, he believes this may be what we need to have a better chance! We were both pleased with the outcome. He's going to monitor me closely so that we can try and time it just right. I gave blood for an LH test this morning and will go back for another U/S tomorrow, but he thinks we might trigger Wednesday and have IUI on Friday.

3. Rants/raves: My husband has renovated our entire kitchen after a water leak ruined our floor. He's done it after work and on weekends, largely by himself. It looks amazing. I am so impressed with him. This weekend, with the help of a plumber friend, he reconnected the water lines and for the first time in almost two months, I have a kitchen sink! (And it is awesome.)

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time?
I am a Rotarian in an awesome club and am involved with a couple of other community organizations on their boards. DH and I socialize a good bit with our group of friends (watching football and playing fantasy this time of year), but my time lately is spent daydreaming about becoming a better cook since I have this gorgeous new kitchen in which to work.

ETA:

Image: https://content-na.drive.amazonaws.com/cdproxy/templink/ilmjdX8pMpo1MHxGsIsjvH38_KA9N2uvsN74WETOpBkLAYspN/alt/thumb?viewBox=1600

Not done yet, but getting so close!

fivetimesnoluck · October 2016

@BitterBetty12 I hear ya, Debbie downer. I have been mighty depressed as this cycle progresses. It's so hard to manufacture hope everyday when we have been so worn down by all of this.

@chloe97 Cheers for breaking out the big guns! Welcome back to the game! I am hopeful that today's sonogram gives you total clearance to move ahead. I didn't take anything for my saline u/s, but definitely remember it being uncomfortable. That discomfort didn't last long though!

@MimoCa Here's hoping AF shows her head soon so that you can move forward. I am sure waiting for it sucks.

@szwill86 That workout sounds awesome. I have got to find my motivation to get back into shape. I've never been super athletic or anything, but last year at this time, I was about 15 lbs less and felt great. But, I have not been doing much to counter my frequent vegging out!

@Wingless00 I am so sorry for your loss, but am grateful that you have been able to find comfort here. It's a great group, even though I wish none of us had to get to know each other like this. I am also so sorry that you haven't had clear direction or feedback about moving forward. No one needs extra fear and confusion when it comes to Zika and pregnancy. Hopefully the CF carrier test comes back soon and you can feel good about moving forward!

@amberruka I too am a political junkie, but would never discuss (or debate) it on the interwebs. I just like being informed and this year, entertained! Good luck convincing H to get busy in the parents' room! HA! Hopefully he will loosen up!

@DungeonTrollMel You're like 8dpIUI? How are you holding up? I know they said not to test early.... do you think you'll wait it out??

Also, I am sorry for EDD #1. It is definitely surreal.

@dpjennifer Good luck with the insurance... I have been so disappointed with what is covered while I have been on this path, but I try to be grateful that I have the means* to do what we are trying to to. (means = credit!)

I also love coloring and doing puzzles! They're great distractions and usually make the time pass quickly.

@SoonToBeMommaHowe Time really flies, even when it's not fun, right?! We are creeping near four years and I can't really believe it. I have been thinking a lot about what it would mean to end our trials and if I could ever come to terms with not having a child..... I just don't know.

Good luck with your BD schedule at the parents' house! I think it just adds a layer of excitement!

DungeonTrollMel · October 2016

@fivetimesnoluck yes! Why is it we get pregnant easily and then as soon as we start with the RE for healthy eggs, it all comes to a screeching halt.

fivetimesnoluck · October 2016

I wish I knew, @DungeonTrollMel - it really just feels like a cruel joke at this point.

chloe97 · October 2016

@fivetimesnoluck Yay for 3 follicles! That's awesome news. Im very hopeful that this is your cycle! Your kitchen is awesome. I wish my DH was that handy!

@SoonToBeMommaHowe Im so sorry that this starts year 3 of TTC for you. I'm just starting year 2 and that is devastating for me. It's gotta be so tough.

@DungeonTrollMel I'm sorry about your EDD tomorrow. I found that I felt better when my first was over with. Hopefully it's the same for you. How many DPIUI are you? When will you test? This weekend?

@dpjennifer I'm glad your insurance covered the MFM. Hopefully they cover your genetic testing. I actually waited a cycle for my saline sonogram because my insurance took forever to pay my HSG. The last thing I wanted is to have to fight insurance bills. I just don't have the energy for it on top of everything else, so I get what your going through.

@amberuka I was just thinking about how we don't talk about the election on this board at all. This is a good thing, but I feel like politics comes up all the time on other boards I've been on. No need to go there.

@Wingless00 I hope you get answers soon! I only used CBE Advanced with my loss. And of course that cycle I ovulated 7 days late (for me), so it didn't work.

AFM Clean saline sonogram!! We are officially cleared.

SoonToBeMommaHowe · October 2016

Congrats on being cleared @chloe97!!!!! That is AWESOME! Let the BD really begin!

@fivetimesnoluck tell DH great work with that kitchen!!!! Looks awesome

DungeonTrollMel · October 2016

@chloe97 I'm 8 dpIUI right now. H and the nurse said not til Sunday but that's asinine. Friday it is. Then I can get a full weekend of misery drinking in

chloe97 · October 2016

@DungeonTrollMel You and I think alike. I always like to test early so that I know that I can drink. FX that you will be going dry th next 9 months! Can Friday get here already?!?

TScalei · October 2016

@fivetimesnoluck- everything crossed for you this cycle - I hope this is it! Kitchen looks great - granite countertops?
@bitterbetty12 - its hard to think about going into another holiday season without being KU. Sorry you are feeling done and I hope you feel better!
@wingless00 - oh my goodness thats a lot. All those delays must be so frustrating. I hope you get some answers soon and welcome!

@amberruka - your story made me giggle..good luck! lol
@dungeontrollmel - Im sorry about the upcoming EDD.
@ soontobemommahowe - Im so sorry for the 3 year anniversary. Im almost at 2 years and I just never would have thought trying to have a baby would be so hard and take so long.

TScalei · October 2016

1. MMC in March and another in August.

2. Benched until AF which should be coming soon.

3.) Feeling fairly good lately - made it past my first EDD which kind of felt like a relief. Im worried that once AF returns and Im in the process of actively ttcal again Im not going to feel as good as I have been. Its been nice to have a break. The whole month of September was just nothing mc/ttcal related ( other an an RE appt) and it really was wonderful.

4.) My hobbies are barre and reading. I read a ton and reading has been a huge help and distraction through all of this. I also enjoy hiking when I get the time and netflix of course.

laeberge3 · October 2016

1. Natural MC in February at 8/9 weeks (measuring only 6w1d).

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): TWW, 11DPO. Waiting to test again tomorrow; thought I saw a squinter this AM on a wondfo, but it might just be line eyes. Going to pick up a FRER for tomorrow morning.

3. Rants/raves: How am I supposed to get work done when all I can think of is testing again? Must focus, as I have an important project which is due Wednesday. What's worked is giving myself 15 minute breaks to 'obsess' every couple hours.

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? Hmm, not many hobbies. We have two dogs, so I hang out with them. I also like Netflix. I need to find a hobby since my DH is gone a lot for work.

@TScalei I'm glad you made it through your EDD and are feeling good!

@fivetimesnoluck Fx for you! The kitchen counters & sink look great!

@dpjennifer I tried so much to like adult coloring books, but there are so many tiny spaces to fill and I'd get frustrated before ever finishing one. I do, however, have a kids coloring book that I'm enjoying - ha!

artemis618 · October 2016

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): Totally new here - just miscarried (or at least started to?) our little girl (first pregnancy - we'd just gotten our deceptively normal NIPT results two days prior) this past Saturday (10/1) at 11w5d

(we'd previously only heard the heartbeat ~160 when she measured on track at 8w2d). We are a bit anxious to try again as I'll be 39 in a week (DH was super excited to tell his mom on our birthday if we'd made it to 13 weeks - MIL and I share the same birthday, and the baby's EDD was DH's birthday, but alas, it wasn't meant to be) and DH is 41...

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): I think I'm still miscarrying and haven't even made it into the doctor yet (going tomorrow afternoon) to see what's still in there, so I'd call that benched.

3. Rants/raves: My extended family's pretty awesome and supportive. I started to miscarry en route to and continued in my childhood home (about 200 miles from home) because I was supposed to go to my cousin's wedding Saturday evening. Since everyone wanted to know where I was my mother kind of had to tell them and everyone was very supportive. Also really grateful that my husband could be there if it had to happen, and that he wasn't out of town.

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? I'd been quite tired from first tri fatigue (up until about a couple of weeks ago - I guess that should have been a sign :-/ I just thought that maybe it was a normal energy level improvement at 10w) so hadn't been doing much of anything. I am a private pilot but haven't been in the air since February since wedding planning took over, then the tired. I guess one "consolation" is that I'll be able to scuba dive off of Maui later this month, though of course I'd much rather be pregnant. Hoping NOT to be able to snow ski this winter if lucky enough to get knocked up again. I should probably find some cheaper hobbies

KarenBeth714 · October 2016

@Wingless00 so sorry about your zika scare. I hope you can get some answers and get off that bench soon. We are in the genetic carriers boat as well and all the waiting sucks. I hope the testing turns out well for you guys. This place is good to come while waiting.

@artemis618 I'm so sorry. I hope things go well at the doctors tomorrow and you get some answers. I know what it's like to have those time pressures put on you, we are also in the late 30's crew. It sucks!

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): Karen, been here on and off since 17 week loss in end of March due to rare genetic disease dh and I found out we are carriers of. we ttc again in May and in July started process for ivf for pgd purposes, bc I decided I can't deal with another heartbreaking loss so we are giving it a shot. We have a 1 in 4 change of having an affected pregnancy each time.

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): Benched and awaiting genetic probe design in order to start ivf w pgd for genetic disease. Preparing in all the ways.

3. Rants/raves: Still pissed about everything, still sad at times, still going to therapy and working on it. But in general I'm happy and productive. Everything is taking so damn long.. way longer than we were initially told. We are stressed. It's just not fair that we have to go through this.. and for that matter.. any of us.

4. Hobbies - I love cooking, cardio kickboxing, yoga and trying out new fitness things (just tried pilates reformer this weekend!) I love going to hippie concerts, doing arty craftsy projects like card making ( although our loss has sucked out a lot of my creative energy) and playing my flute. I like reading nerdy articles, listening to nerdy podcasts and hiking.

weareturtles · October 2016

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): See signature...

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): Today is like CD60 for me since my MMC of identical twins and I just started spotting ever so slightly! My temp is also starting to head down, so I think I am expecting AF! If that happens, I'm off the bench and back in the game for October!!!

3. Rants/raves: HCG is still in my system. Ugh.

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? I work FT and am finishing up with a second graduate degree, so I'm a bit too busy these days, but I love traveling, cooking, gardening, swimming, skiing, & hiking.

fivetimesnoluck · October 2016

Welcome to the board, @artemis618 - I am so sorry for your loss. It sucks to have to be here, but this board is full of wonderful people. I hope you can find comfort here.

@weareturtles I am sorry for your loss. Hopefully, the spotting is a sign that your body is getting back on track!

Mack2342 · October 2016

Living child mentioned
1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): did an intro but still fairly new here. I miscarried in August. I was 10 weeks and went in for US but no heartbeat. Doctor said it happened that day or day before as the baby was measuring for 10 weeks. I'm 41 and so is DH so we are definitely pushing the clock to complete our family. We have a 13 month old and want a sibling for our LO. We were given the go ahead to try as soon as cycle returned. It returned 6 weeks post d & c.

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.): waiting to POAS. I can take the early test this Thursday. I usually wait until I miss period but I'm leaving for NYC on Friday so want to know if I can drink. Will test on Thursday but not too hopeful as I don't want to set myself up for disappointment

3. Rants/raves:hate that we are all here but thankful that we have each other

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? My only hobby right now is teaching aerobics. Without this I would go nuts

fivetimesnoluck · October 2016

Welcome, @Mack2342 - I am sorry for your loss. Hopefully you won't be drinking in NYC, but if it's a negative, at least you will have that trip as a distraction. (I have a lot of experience trying to find the silver lining.)

Question for the group - did I dream that there was a post last night from a complete stranger who asked us if she was pregnant? I swear that happened, but can find no evidence today and I didn't think you could fully delete a post. What happened?

I hope someone can corroborate this story, or else I might be crazier than I already assumed.

chloe97 · October 2016

@fivetimesnoluck I saw it too. I've been hanging around here since December and it was the first time I ever remember seeing a full-on Am I pregnant?/DD/Goodbye Cruel Bump in these parts.

Nice work on the smackdown @DungeonTrollMel and @BitterBetty12!

RiverSong15 · October 2016

@fivetimesnoluck No you are not crazy. I responded to her post last night myself, after love-titting the hell out of @DungeonTrollMel and @BitterBetty12's posts. I also reported the OP for a TOU violation, so maybe that's why the BGs took it down? No one on here deserves to see a drive-by.

fivetimesnoluck · October 2016

@chloe97 @RiverSong15 - ok, thanks! I reported it as well, but I have never seen a post completely disappear before, so then I thought maybe I had more wine than I had intended.

It was definitely the first drive-by that I had ever seen (since February)... I didn't engage in a response because I just didn't have the energy, but also appreciate the swift action by others. @BitterBetty12 and @DungeonTrollMel - They will bring the hammer.

@dungeontrollmel - thinking of you today. EDDs are hard. Please accept this virtual hug. xo

funny finding nemo hug gif

DungeonTrollMel · October 2016

There was definitely something there. The admins are much better about completely removing things like that here since we are a more vulnerable population it's far from the first I have had to fend off over here. They get me a special kind of rage-y but it's hard to full on snark a loss mama. I was very glad to see it gone today

@fivetimesnoluck thanks. I had my first session with a therapist today and it was helpful and validating and invoked lots of crying and self analysis but I think going forward it will make all the difference for me

roxgibbons · October 2016

@DungeonTrollMel thinking of you today. EDDs are hard. I'm glad you had a good session today and hope you do what makes you happy today.

szwill86 · October 2016

I was late to the party (as always) so I saw the tail end of the drive-by post. Golf clap to @bitterbetty12 and @DungeonTrollMel for handling it so well as I would not have been able to do so.

@DungeonTrollMel thinking of you today on your EDD. Glad the first therapy session went well.

SoonToBeMommaHowe · October 2016

I agree with pp's...well done by @DungeonTrollMel and @BitterBetty12.

Sorry about the EDD @DungeonTrollMel but glad you got something out of your therapy session

BitterBetty12 · October 2016

Thanks ladies

I was having a fine night TTC wise and wanted to make sure it was taken care of before too many of you had to see / deal with it. @DungeonTrollMel and I are good with the smack down because of our time on TTGP

I was SO happy to see the BGs took it down this morning. They are better at making stuff like that disappear here because of the overall topic of the board.

Also, @DungeonTrollMel, love you friend

rainbowturtles · October 2016

I know I'm late to the party but I'm reading everyone's posts and love-titting! DH was home most of the day yesterday before taking off again for another OOT trip so I didn't get in much Bumping

Internet hugs to all

bktosf78 · October 2016

Been off the boards for the past week, and really have missed a ton!

@DungeonTrollMel Thinking of you today. I'm so sorry about EDD #1.

1) MC on Aug 3, lurked for a few weeks, posted for two cycles, prolly gonna go back to lurking after this post.

2) Benched as of this cycle, as I was too depressed/angry/mood swingy to handle timed BDing and the TWW in the two cycles since the MC. AF showed up five days late, but I've been avoiding the Sept TWW board cuz I was just too sad to actually post my BFN.

3) Rave: Heading to SF to see friends for a couple weeks. Excited to see people and feel loved.

4) I used to do a ton of surfing, yoga-ing, cooking, and spoiling my dog. Hoping to pick up a couple of these when we move back out of the woods in a couple months.

I am so, so grateful for this group of ladies. Thank you for being such a supportive, generous, thoughtful bunch. I'll try to lurk as regularly as I can to see how everyone is doing.

sparrowmomma24 · October 2016

1. Introduce yourself (if you're new): My name is Jess and I'm new here! I joined the bump 3 years ago when I was pg with my DD who was stillborn at 22 weeks. My mommy group helped so much. So now that I'm back on the TTC journey, I wanted to get involved again!

2. Status (WTO, TWW, Benched, etc.):Well I'm not really sure what my status is yet. I had my first dr appointment yesterday and had my Mirena removed. We meed with the perinatologist and specialists on Friday to discuss the next steps. So right now, I'm trying to gauge my cycle and see where we are.

3. Rants/raves: I'm newly married and my new hubby has never ttc or even had a pg scare before. So it's a lot of information right up front and he's a little overwhelmed. I feel for him, but right now we are just trying to stay stress free and prep for the TTC journey as much as possible.

4. GTKY: Let's talk hobbies. What do you like to do to pass the time? I'm an avid crochet-er. After my DD passed I started donating to local NICU's and hospitals. So to stay stress free and keep myself sane, I crochet projects.

Also as a side note... thanks for the welcome everyone! I'm glad to be in a support group again!

szwill86 · October 2016

@sparrowmomma24 welcome and I'm so sorry for your loss. These ladies are a wonderful support group and full of great knowledge!

That's so sweet and kind of you to put your crocheting talents to good use.

sparrowmomma24 · October 2016

@szwill86 Thank you! I feel like donating and helping others is the best way for me to honor her memory.

Want a personalized experience?

TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03

Re: TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03

Choose Another Board

Search Boards

Want a personalized experience?

**** TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03 ****

Re: **** TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03 ****

Choose Another Board

Search Boards

TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03

Re: TTCAL Weekly Check In 10/03