Newbie Intro Thread Week of 5/22

pebbledam · May 2017

Please read The Ultimate TTGP Guidepinned at the top of the board. It's full of information about TTGP, and about our community here on TB.

Once you feel comfortable, feel free to jump in to any of our daily/weekly threads to start participating in the community.

Please introduce yourselves, and share as much or as little as you are comfortable with.

Welcome!

Ages (you and SO):

How many months have you been TTC?

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.)

wal2017 · May 2017

Ages (you and SO): 29 (me) and 32 (dh)

How many months have you been TTC? Just about 4 months

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Temping, opks, trying to bd as much as we can without exhausting ourselves

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) No kids - yet! Currently working a job i don't totally love, and job hunting. Which doesn't exactly help with stress levels!

I'm so excited to officially be here after lurking/reading for a while!

olive_lane · May 2017

Ages (you and SO): 31 and 32 (dh)

How many months have you been TTC? Just started this month (well...week) but so excited!

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Charting with Shine and stopping BC

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I have a job that I love and am working towards a management position in. We live in a great neighborhood with our two dogs where we have made great friends. My favorite things include cooking and spending time outdoors and I'm really looking forward to my time in this community and graduation to the next (fingers crossed)!

akcrrr · May 2017

Ages (you and SO): Both 32

How many months have you been TTC? We haven't been preventing since 12/16 but have been actively TTC #2 since last month

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Charting using a fertility app and OPK

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) Both of us work full time (I am lucky enough to be working from home). We have an almost 2 year old daughter which took us 4 years to conceive and who was born at 25 weeks due to PPROM and my uterus being improperly shaped. Not sure what this TTC journey will bring but looking forward to keeping it moving and hopefully having good news soon. Made tons of friends off this board over the years and look forward to making many more!

grnmtnmama · May 2017

Ages (you and SO): I am 31, DH is 34.

How many months have you been TTC? I have had my IUD out since September but we haven't been actively trying. We plan to start for real sometime this summer!

What are you doing to get knocked up? At the moment nothing! I track my cycles with FF but only pay attention to CM. I need to get back to temping next cycle.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I am a nurse and my hubby teaches. We have one son who is somehow 4 already! We live in the mountains and love to hike and explore. I love being in the kitchen cooking and a good Netflix binge. We lost our pup of 16 years to cancer in January and have recently started looking for a rescue dog!

In the interest of full disclosure I come from the other place but you need not be afraid lol. My BMB moved over there after the implosion of 2015 here and then eventually we moved to FB. I was on the TTGP board over there but we were never actively TTC because we kept pushing our timeline back and the board was dying a slow death. Then of course as we are ready to TTC another implosion happens! I made an account here a few months ago and finally decided to move over here in light of what is going on over there. I am over the drama and want a more professionally run site!

jeg07 · May 2017

Hi everyone! I was active last fall and took a break after being too overwhelmed (I'm very type A and it felt terrible to do something that I couldn't control... or at least couldn't control the outcome). I took a break from tracking anything or really trying to hit my fertile week this winter and spring. We decided to seriously start trying again this weekend after some family stuff happened. So I'm jumping back in. I bought the Taking Charge of Your Fertility book and plan to start tracking my temps and CM next cycle (AF is due this week).

Ages (you and SO): both 28

How many months have you been TTC? Started last August for 3 months in earnest, took a break from seriously trying from Nov-now. There were probably 3 months of that where we actually had the possibility of getting pregnant so I'm going to say 6/6.

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Charting with FF and OPK

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.): No kids yet, we love animals, and we are both introverts that love to hang out together at home. We bought a house last year and are slowly fixing it up.

holly321 · May 2017

I figured I would reintroduce myself since a I have been mostly lurking for a while now.

Ages u and SO): I am 30, he is 31.

How many months have you been TTC? 4

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? I am starting provera today, and clomid this cycle. I think I am going to chart. I am not sure if I want to though. I am already neurotic as it is, and I think watching for a triphasic chart will only make me worse.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I have two kids. A 6 year old girl and a 4 year old boy. They are great, but both are special needs, so life can get hectic. We have 2 cats ( one is an emotional support animal) a dog and a rabbit. I work part time as an ophthalmology tech. I don't have a ton of hobbies. I love to read, specifically high fantasy sagas.

hedgepig · May 2017

@holly321 Welcome! What are some of your favorite book series?

holly321 · May 2017

hedgepig said:

@holly321 Welcome! What are some of your favorite book series?

Thanks, some of my favorites are The kingkiller Chronicles. The Realm of the Elderlings, and The Lord of the Rings.

jellybean529 · May 2017

Hi everyone!
As you can see maybe see, I'm my no means a newbie to TB -- been a member of TK/TN/TB since 2001, and grew with the community through my first marriage, TTC (for 12 months) and the birth of my first daughter almost 9 years ago, my divorce, a few years of single parent life, a long hiatus from TB, and now that I've remarried and we're TTC #2, I'm coming back to the boards

I've missed this place! I see it's a lot different now than it was.

Anyway, answers to your questions!

Ages (you and SO): DH is 42, I'm (almost) 37.

How many months have you been TTC? 5 months

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Temping, timing, supplements, preseed

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I have an almost 9-year-old daughter from my first marriage. We have two cats. We both work in the marketing field. All three of us are big nerds, e.g. we're into anime, DND, Star Wars, video games, etc.

lulu1180 · May 2017

@holly321 There's a book club on here if you're interested in joining: https://forums.thebump.com/group/1057-tb-book-club

LOTR was my favorite series (I own the extended edition of all 3 movies) until I read Kushiel's Legacy by Jacqueline Carey. Great series if you've never read it!

AlohaKumu · May 2017

Welcome to all our new members! It looks like it's a busy Monday.

I look forward to getting to know all of you, but hopefully we will all "graduate" soon!

grnmtnmama · May 2017

@jellybean529 I recognize you! We were on OAD together (I had a different screen name back in the day here but deleted my account when shit hit the fan here and we moved). Glad to see a familiar "face" over here

holly321 · May 2017

@lulu1180, thanks, I will have to check that out. I need to start a new series.

linzrunz · May 2017

Re-introing after a fairly decent Bump break. I recognize some names, but so many are new!

Ages (you and SO): H is 32 and I'm 31.

How many months have you been TTC? 21 months

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? I used to do all the charting and the temping and the peeing on the sticks, but we are now expecting an RE referral at my next appt.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) H and I have two boys, two cats, two dogs, and two guinea pigs and we both work for local government. I like to run, take nice long bubble baths, cuddle with my cats, and be alone. Really not sure why H still likes me - I sound pretty boring.

icecubeinthedesert · May 2017

@lizrunz, I remember you from my lurking days.... I've been wondering where you were, and sorry you're still here. I hope you get in to see the RE soon.

olive_lane · May 2017

olive_lane said:

Ages (you and SO): 31 and 32 (dh)
How many months have you been TTC? Just started this month (well...week) but so excited!
What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Charting with Shine and stopping BC
Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I have a job that I love and am working towards a management position in. We live in a great neighborhood with our two dogs where we have made great friends. My favorite things include cooking and spending time outdoors and I'm really looking forward to my time in this community and graduation to the next (fingers crossed)!

Ladies,

Can you give any tips on interacting with the board/members? I've read the tips/start here thread and lurked quite a bit before even posting in this thread initially but still want to be sure to avoid a faux pas! Everyone seems to be so close and jumping in (commenting) seems like rudely interrupting a convo IRL.

Also.. yes, I'm very new to this journey but I'm anticipating a bumpy road based on some medical history. Please do not expect a 1/2 cycle then peace out

50Wife · May 2017

Hi @olive_lane I say jump right in!! If you want to participate in the TWW or WTO thread, feel free to give a quick, "Hey guys, this is my first post, I intro'd yesterday." Type start to your post if you'd like. But the only way to get to know everyone and have everyone get to know you is to jump on in. Welcome!

lulu1180 · May 2017

@olive_lane I second @50Wife (hey friend!) to just start a post in WTO or TWW and mention it's your first post. If you read all of the pinned posts and have lurked for at least a week or two, I think you'll most likely be ok. If you do accidentally step out of line, someone will gently let you know as we do understand that honest mistakes happen. Welcome to the board, this is really an amazing group of women! And I hope that you do get your 1/1 or 2/2 BFP and peace out quickly, like we hope for everyone on here!

pebbledam · May 2017

@olive_lane - Of course! If you commit a faux pas, someone will likely politely correct you and you learn and move on! This community is fierce and I was so intimidated when I started posting, but now I'm like "oh hell no, you can't post that here and hurt my friends!" We become really invested in each other's stories and journeys by talking in the daily and weekly threads. We get to *know* one another. The longer you stick around and the more involved you become, the easier it is to see.... But it would be awesome if you didn't have to stick around long and could move to your BMB where you will build friendships there. The fact that you are concerned with TTGP etiquette tells me that you're probably going to be ok. Welcome. :-)

LoveInDC · May 2017

@olive_lane First off, thank you far caring about this board and its members. Honestly, if you have that much empathy, you'll be fine. If you want to be a super star, here's a few tips:

- Respect rules on TW, thread usage, etc. If you're not sure, then ask.
- Paticipate in the dailies as much as you can Monday - Friday.
- Participate in the daily and weekly random threads.
- ETA: Lurk on other threads (WTO when you're in the TWW, IF when you're not dx'd, etc.) as much as you can so you can keep up with us.
- Tell us about yourself and what you're going through. We will remember that your cat was sick on Tuesday and ask about it on Wednesday.
- On that note, interact. Try to respond to other posts as much as you can with worth-while things to say. Be a friend and you'll get friends and respect back.
- Don't cry IF if you're not a 1/1 or 2/2 unless a doctor has specifically diagnosed you. You're welcome to ask questions in IF without doing the check-in.
- Actually listen and respect advice when it's given.
- When you get flamed (everyone does eventually) take it with grace. Figure out what happened. Give any necessary apologies, and move on.
- Most importantly, know when it's time to sneak out rather than take center stage for your goodbye.

50Wife · May 2017

@lulu1180

lulu1180 · May 2017

@olive_lane The only thing I will suggest (as will most of the other women on here) is downloading and using FF instead of Shine. I think I downloaded and looked at Shine for about 2 days after I had already been using FF and then I promptly deleted it.

hedgepig · May 2017

@holly321 Love to see lots of readers out there! I'm more of a sci-fi girl myself, but of course LOTR is up there on my favorites list as well!

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kittycat2017 · May 2017

Ages (you and SO): I'm 35 and H is 34

How many months have you been TTC? About 6.

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Went off of BC in December and my first few cycles were wonky. I've just been using OPKs. Went to gyn today and will begin the process of lab work for hormone levels since it's been 6 months and I'm 35.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) No kids - yet! I have 2 sweet cats. I work full time and enjoy shopping, spending time outdoors, cooking (usually lol) and baking.

dpjennifer · May 2017

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*TW* Pretty much my entire TTC journey... *TW*

Ages (you and SO): 32 (33 in a few weeks) DH is 36

How many months have you been TTC? Feels like forever… officially with tracking and everything it’s been 21 months I think? Although realistically I’ve been benched for some of that.

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Unfortunately I’m benched right now, although I’m still temping and charting some.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) I’ve lurked this board on and off the past few years and have seen a lot of changes. But I appreciate the gif game and snark and thought I’d officially intro. I was a part of the weight loss group like a year ago.

My TTC journey has been arduous as you can see from my signature. I’ve been highly active on the TTCAL board. We’ve had 4 losses and am currently benched for a second round of some RPL testing. I think I’ll be back off the bench again in September (or so I hope). DH and I are willing to give this another try, but if no dice on the next PG (or two) we may end up childless not by choice.

I work in Archives and love my job… most days. I enjoy reading, sewing, gardening, baking, watching movies, etc. and I have a fantastic collie named Starlord and 6 chickens.

lulu1180 · May 2017

@dpjennifer I'm so sorry for everything you've been through. I hope you get some answers and your rainbow baby soon! I also am a collie mom to a Arya and she's amazing and frustrating all at the same time! Welcome to the board!

dpjennifer · May 2017

lulu1180 Thank you. And collies are the best!

I would love to get a sheltie one day as well.

Ironring · May 2017

Alright, I'm back to introduce myself properly. Sorry for the dd earlier but now that I've had time to sulk I'm trying again (also I'm hoping my user name hasn't changed by now. Hopefully it has).

I have psoriatic arthritis and was diagnosed about six months ago. For those who don't know that that is, it is a type of autoimmune arthritis similar in some ways to rheumatoid arthritis. It's mostly a joint and skin issue, but it also sometimes attacks tendons, ligaments, eyes, major organs and apparently whatever else the F it feels like that day. My husband and I also got married six months ago so our first bit of marriage has been stressful and challenging dealing with my illness and some issues on his part.

We aren't TTC just yet. I have a ways to go before I have my medications works out with the doctor. But I am worried it is going to be a challenging process so I want to get as informed and ready as possible.

Ages (you and SO): 31 and 32

How many months have you been TTC? Not yet. Trying to prepare.

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? Don't have anything special for this category yet, but I'm going to be pretty type a about charting for awhile beforehand so that I have a better idea of what my body is doing.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.). No kids yet. We've only been married for six months so we are trying to enjoy the newlywed life in between all of our various health issues and obstacles.

lulu1180 · May 2017

@Ironring Welcome and thank you for doing an intro post! I hope you understand where the initial responses were coming from on your first post and I also hope that you are able to get a lot of information on this board.

icecubeinthedesert · May 2017

@Ironring, I'm glad you decided to post, and sorry that you took the initial reaction the wrong way. We're really a welcoming community, but we're really into organization here as well, which I really think helps us bond more than one off posts. In situations like yours though, pointed questions are sometimes warranted, so feel free to continue using that thread if you'd like. I'm so sorry about your diagnosis. I don't know much about how it will impact TTC, but I think it's a great idea to give temping and charting a try to see how it works out for you in the meantime! Feel free to participate in the daily threads to get to know everyone. We'd be happy to help you work through your chart questions.

ETA a word that was missing that really changed the time of this post... Sorry!

50Wife · May 2017

@Ironring welcome!! My mom has psoriatic and rheumatoid(she's been told that she's literally like one in a million), I'm so sorry...just from being around her, I can only imagine how painful it actually is
I hope you can find a treatment plan that is TTC friendly!

Ironring · May 2017

So can I start a new thread? Fwiw it's worth I had read the rules and lurked. I didn't make an intro post which I should have. I figured my post was unique enough to not fit into the existing larger threads and just get lost in an intro thread. I'm not trying to say I'm a speshel snowflake or anything, but my question was more than just "ohmygodIhadsexonceanddontunderstandwhyimnotpregnantyet".

RVAmom315 · May 2017

dpjennifer said:

lulu1180 Thank you. And collies are the best! I would love to get a sheltie one day as well.

We have a sheltie and he is a huge love bug

icecubeinthedesert · May 2017

@ironring, I think others have said on the original post you made that you could re-edit the post and title. Would be less clutter than doing another new thread.

lulu1180 · May 2017

Ironring said:

So can I start a new thread? Fwiw it's worth I had read the rules and lurked. I didn't make an intro post which I should have. I figured my post was unique enough to not fit into the existing larger threads and just get lost in an intro thread. I'm not trying to say I'm a speshel snowflake or anything, but my question was more than just "ohmygodIhadsexonceanddontunderstandwhyimnotpregnantyet".

I think you may fit in here just fine based on the bolded comment

Avrilmai · May 2017

@kittycat2017 welcome again!

@Ironring Welcome! I'm glad you decided to come back.

Dumbgurl04 · May 2017

Ages (you and SO): I'm 31 hubby is 32

How many months have you been TTC? 10 but not really so maybe out of the last 10 we have actually tried 5-6 of the months

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)? OPK's, CM. I tried temping once but it just threw me off.

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.) have a little girl who is just over 2 in half. No pets having a kid is plenty of excitement for me. I work in an office doing lot of spread sheets (fun stuff). Hobbies are watching TV and movies, reading books, musicals, video games. Sort of a nerd and proud of it

I was bad and made my own thread to intro myself. So glad now it seems I'm going down the correct path and glad to get to know everyone.

heatherdubrow · May 2017

@Dumbgurl04 I recognize you from Nov 17. Welcome

@Ironring glad you decided to stay!

[Deleted User] · May 2017

Welcome!!! @Dumbgurl04. @Ironring

This community is so great because of new members like you who keep coming in the door, learning the ropes, and contributing all the speshul things <i>you</i> have to offer this community... without you, we'd have no one to pass all these crazy knowledge bombs along to! We hope you will learn as much as we have here and will happily continue to pass onto the next wave of newcomers - snark and all. ;)

Well really, we hope you maybe only learn <i>half</i> the ttc shhh some of us here have had to, and just hurry on up over to enjoying your bmbs ❤

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