For other STM+ out there. What's something you consider an essential part of the job description of "Mom" that you weren't expecting/no one warned you about?
@mrosek91 I didn’t know what to expect the first time, but going from 1 to 2 I didn’t realize how much I would have to referee/ mediate. I imagine going to three will only add to that role.
Not quite part of the job description but I think something first time mons would benefit from hearing...For me I think it is that so much of our kids personalities are there from birth and we all give ourselves way too much credit for how they turn out. DD is a terrible sleeper - DS is great. DD is a great eater - DS is horribly picky. DD is stubborn and defiant -DS is super chill. DD hated other people as a baby but is now a social butterfly - DS never cared who was holding him. So if your kid is a challenge, don't beat yourself up . If your kid is super chill/ easy, dont take all the credit .
11/2010 Diagnosed with PCOS
10/31/11 M/C at 9 weeks 1/12/13 DD was born 4/9/16 DS was born 9/17 CP 6/23/18 BFP EDD 3/4/19
@Allycat11 yes yes yes. Both of my kids had certain traits from birth that are still hanging on 2 and 4.5 years later. With dd1, we didn't think it could be her personality emerging that soon (literally the day she was born we noticed stuff) but about a year later we laughed at our second guessing it.
And my 2 girls are so so different. Hard to believe they are related and being raised in the same house!
@sourlemon exactly! Within a week of DS being born we cut back on beating ourselves up over screwing up DD. The fact they are full blood siblings being raised in the same house is mind blowing considering how different they are.
11/2010 Diagnosed with PCOS
10/31/11 M/C at 9 weeks 1/12/13 DD was born 4/9/16 DS was born 9/17 CP 6/23/18 BFP EDD 3/4/19
Who has taken an NIPT this pregnancy, which brand, and how long have you been waiting for results to come in (or how long total until you got them). I just took the Qnatal and am awaiting the results, with our last it took forever, about 16 days total.
@mrosek91 - DUDE, when did I sign up to be a flippin' jungle gym!? DH is getting irritated because DD only does it to me ... and I'm the one carrying the fetus.
@velvetskyy - There is an NT/NIPT thread a little further down in the group, there are several who took the Qnatal and I think the average wait was about 8 business days (for all the panoramic tests, not just this one).
I was most surprised with how intuitively I "knew" DD's personality even before she was born. She would lose her shit before meals (i.e. get VERY active) and then pass out as soon as I ate. At 2.5 she still loses her mind, as I was blowing on her food last night so she could eat - because Lord help me if it's not perfectly room temp - she was obnoxiously announcing "HUNGRY!" ... and then proceeded to eat about 20% of her food and then run around. Sigh. She also preferred my circadian rhythm and was a night sleeper/day waker, even in utero. And soooooo fiesty. She had me fooled during infancy (through about 14 months, really) as this super chill, laidback baby. And now she's just a loud, highly-opinionated, overly active toddler. But I don't try to dull her flame ... even when I'm exhausted and she's being insane.
**History in Spoiler**
Me-35, DH-36 - TTC since 08/10 Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil) ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day) FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok) FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
Oh and I'll ask this one here (since I posted in last week's thread): does or has anyone used magnesium infused lotion to assist with sleeping issues? It's been hit-or-miss whether I can fall back asleep when I get up to go to the bathroom. This morning I was up from 1:30-4:00 (and I have to get up at 5:45).
**History in Spoiler**
Me-35, DH-36 - TTC since 08/10 Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil) ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day) FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok) FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
Has anyone used the Blanqi maternity leggings? I’m sorry I know there was a pregnancy clothing thread but I’m specifically interested in these and don’t remember them being mentioned. Thinking of ordering a couple of pairs...
I think so much of it is letting go of any expectations that you have about your kids and letting them be them. I have had a much easier job at this than my husband, but my mom was very forceful about who / what she wanted us to be like (in the eyes of other people) and I just let my kids do them.
Also, your kids will literally walk by your husband in the kitchen to come find you to get their milk. It is my biggest pet peeve.
@velvetskyy I did counsyl and it took exactly a week.
I'm with @Allycat11 and @sourlemon each kid is very different and needing to adapt my parenting style for each. What works for one does not necessarily work for the other... also there are so many ways to be a parent. you will find what works for you and its ok if your house is a hot mess and your not a pinterest mom... More of a PSA, but I feel like we can't hear that enough.
*TW*
TTC 1/2012 Diagnosed : unexplained infertility 6 rounds of IUI and a MC 2/2014, rainbow twins 4/2015 TTC #3 5/2016 Restarted Fertility tx IUI 2 rounds, baby girl 12/17
@velvetskyy - my OB used Natera and I got my results in two weeks
I’ve been drinking chamomile tea (1-2 cups a day) assuming it was safe because it’s caffeine free. Doing a quick internet search, I’m reading that some herbal teas aren’t safe/may not be safe during pregnancy, including chamomile. I plan on asking my OB during my next visit, but is anyone else avoiding chamomile or other herbal teas because their doctors advised against it?
Does anyone use LabCorp's patient portal? If so do you usually get lab results sooner on there or from your doctor? Or is it typically around the same time?
@sw1122 I saw the same online studies. My doctor does an intake appointment where the NP walks you through everything you are supposed to avoid, and didn't say anything about tea. I was talking to DH, the other day and mentioned I wanted tea, but the studies say it should be avoided. His response was basically that I shouldn't worry because (1) the doctor didn't say anything (2) the FDA is paranoid, and likes to put warning on all sorts of things saying not for pregnant woman, and these don't have those warnings (we actually do have one type of tea that says ask your doctor before drinking if your pregnant). Disclaimer neither DH nor I are doctors, but that's his opinion, which I am following.
@mrosek91 - thanks for this! I found a couple of articles stating that chamomile in large quantities can be an issue. I assume the 1-3 cups is fine - I may cut back a little until my next doctor's visit (which isn't until the end of the month, but after doing some more reading, I'm not terribly concerned).
I think the hardest thing for me about becoming "Mom" was how I had to almost re-learn how to be "wife" and find that balance. "Mom" institutionally takes over and you really have to communicate and prioritize your marriage. People told me this, but I didn't believe them. Almost 20 months later I am still learning balance.
Some things that surprised me after having my first:
- Sex hurts after delivery even if you had a c-section. It's hormone related & it will get better after a while. - Your heart grows so much when you have a baby. I was worried about bonding and what if I didn't love the baby as much as my DH? It somehow just happens. - The little things that will trip you up. The first time I had to trim DS's nails I was so worried. He was squirmy and fragile and what if I clipped his finger? (Pro tip: trim nails while babies are asleep). How do you actually lay a sleeping baby in a crib without waking them? It just takes practice. Everything the first time is a big deal.
@mamak225 - I've used it for charlie horses but never for aiding in sleep. Last pregnancy I got them weekly and it was a big help for that. I oddly slept like a log that entire pregnancy, but I think this one is going to be different.
@peachy0709 - Same. I slept great with DD, but am having issues (already!) being comfortable enough to sleep, so I'm willing to try anything to figure it out before it becomes a REAL issue.
**History in Spoiler**
Me-35, DH-36 - TTC since 08/10 Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil) ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day) FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok) FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
@baby3ob does having it toasted at Subway count? Pretty sure I don’t heat it enough to make a difference. Honestly, though, with how little I’ve been able to eat, if all this baby allows me to eat is cold lunch meat, that’s what I’m eating. But I didn’t worry too much with my first either.
I had an absolutely delicious corned beef sandwich the other day, and DH tried to guilt me about lunch meat. I eat sandwiches only like 3-4 times a year, so I'm not concerned ... also I picked up lunch for you while you were at the gym and, secondly, get out of my esophagus, dude.
**History in Spoiler**
Me-35, DH-36 - TTC since 08/10 Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium) FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil) ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day) FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok) FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used) FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
@baby3ob I've tried to avoid lunch meat, but when I have had it, its been from places that I know freshly slice the meat. I've heard that the "juice" is where most bacteria is found, so you want to avoid your sliced meat sitting around for long periods of time.
I was told that as long as it's from a reputable place and not sitting at room temperature for a long time, you should be fine. I did accidentally eat a turkey sandwich at a work conference, which was maybe sitting out for a bit too long, because I forgot I was pregnant for a second. It tasted delicious though.
Me 31 DH 34 TTC #1 5/13 BFP #3 5/2/14 DD born 1/19/15 NTNP #2 8/17 BFP 12/13/18 ED 8/21/19
Round ligament pain—-what did feel like and where was it for you?
I think I’m still too early but this morning I was laying sideways on the couch petting Bella. I stood up and there was a sharp feeling in my stomach – – a cross between a stabbing feeling and like a Charlie horse feeling. It was strong enough that I had to sit back down and kind of cringe for a while. Then throughout the day it’s been kind of aching. Almost like how if you have a Charlie horse in your leg, it hurts for a while. Is that a round ligament pain or is it something else? I’ve been reading that round ligament pain is lower in the abdomen but mine was to the right side of my belly button about halfway between my belly button and hip. So I’m freaking out that it’s something else
@purplg8r it could sure be round ligament pain. When I get it and that can be as early as 7-8 weeks, it sure makes me stop for a second. I tend to feel it maybe a little lower than you described but that doesn't mean that its not the same thing. When I get it it tends to go a way after a few seconds, but you could have also had some muscle cramping which is why it is still sore. I would say if it still hurts in the same place tomorrow then maybe message your doc just to be safe.
*TW*
TTC 1/2012 Diagnosed : unexplained infertility 6 rounds of IUI and a MC 2/2014, rainbow twins 4/2015 TTC #3 5/2016 Restarted Fertility tx IUI 2 rounds, baby girl 12/17
@baby3ob I am on baby #3 and have literally never heated lunch meat during any pregnancy.
@purplg8r definitely sounds like round ligament pain to me. I have been having it for a couple weeks already. i think it started fairly early with my other 2 as well.
11/2010 Diagnosed with PCOS
10/31/11 M/C at 9 weeks 1/12/13 DD was born 4/9/16 DS was born 9/17 CP 6/23/18 BFP EDD 3/4/19
What all are you doing to fight nausea and morning sickness? I feel nauseous almost all the time and seems like almost ALL smells get to me. I work at an elementary school so there’s weird smells all the time. Also, I can hardly stand to be in my kitchen or cook in my kitchen. Hoping being super sensitive to smells ends soon! Any tips or things that work for you all, would be much appreciated. Thank you!
*Side Note* I do carry peppermint essential oil and smelling that does help ease my stomach. I am also pregnant with twins.
@hg003 Frequently eating small amounts of things that sound appealing (mainly carbs, in my case!), and eating something substantial before bed helped me a bit. SeaBands seemed to help a little too. I was trying to “tough it out” but I finally started taking Unisom and Vitamin B6 at night and it was really what changed the nausea from debilitating to manageable for me. I would definitely recommend giving it a try!
Does anyone have a will or planning on getting a will? I wanted to when I got pregnant with DD but never ended up doing one. Now that we're expecting again, I'm thinking about it again and DH seems to be swaying more towards 'doesn't think it's necessary' but wanted to see who all has done one.
Me: 31 DH:35 Started TTC in June 2014 Started seeing RE in June 2015 HSG in July 2015 = normal, started Clomid/Ovidrel/IUI cycle in August 2015 Cycle #3 in October afforded 1st month of mature follicles - underwent IUI BFP on 10/27/15 - EDD 7/8/16 DD#1 born on 7/1/16
TTC #2 in September 2018 BFP on 12/2/18 - EDD 8/16/19
Team Green!
@MollyH1987 we do not yet have a will which is a bit of a sore point. I think it's partly how you grew up. My parents have one, and have had it my whole life. My in-laws do not have one. I keep telling DH we need one, and he doesn't understand it. I finally got him to agree to have one made, but every time I try to get him to schedule something with a lawyer he says now doesn't work we'll do it soon.
@MollyH1987 We absolutely have a will, and part of that is because the state we live in has some really outdated laws/rules of how your estate is broken up if there is not a will. We had a friend do it pro bono for us. You don't have to have the second child specifically named, they can write "Child 2 and any subsequent children" kind of deal.
@MollyH1987 we got wills, living wills/advance directives, power of attorney (medical) stuff all done when DS was born. I have issues with my family and I wanted to make sure if anything happened, there'd be no question of who would take care of my child. We meant to have the POA and advance directive stuff done prior to his birth but...stuff happens.
We had the benefit of legal from DH's job handle it so it was easy, but I would 100% make the time and money for it in any other case.
Thanks everyone. I'm not sure what sort of "default" laws they have in Texas if there is no will but I think I definitely would rather have in writing what our wishes would be if something happened.
Me: 31 DH:35 Started TTC in June 2014 Started seeing RE in June 2015 HSG in July 2015 = normal, started Clomid/Ovidrel/IUI cycle in August 2015 Cycle #3 in October afforded 1st month of mature follicles - underwent IUI BFP on 10/27/15 - EDD 7/8/16 DD#1 born on 7/1/16
TTC #2 in September 2018 BFP on 12/2/18 - EDD 8/16/19
Team Green!
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For me I think it's being a jungle gym.
1/12/13 DD was born
4/9/16 DS was born
9/17 CP
6/23/18 BFP EDD 3/4/19
And my 2 girls are so so different. Hard to believe they are related and being raised in the same house!
1/12/13 DD was born
4/9/16 DS was born
9/17 CP
6/23/18 BFP EDD 3/4/19
BFP 06/25/17 | EDD 02/24/18 | DS2 02/19/18
@velvetskyy - There is an NT/NIPT thread a little further down in the group, there are several who took the Qnatal and I think the average wait was about 8 business days (for all the panoramic tests, not just this one).
I was most surprised with how intuitively I "knew" DD's personality even before she was born. She would lose her shit before meals (i.e. get VERY active) and then pass out as soon as I ate. At 2.5 she still loses her mind, as I was blowing on her food last night so she could eat - because Lord help me if it's not perfectly room temp
Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count
IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM
IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice
FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil)
ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day)
FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok)
FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count
IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM
IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice
FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil)
ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day)
FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok)
FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
Also, your kids will literally walk by your husband in the kitchen to come find you to get their milk. It is my biggest pet peeve.
@velvetskyy I did counsyl and it took exactly a week.
also there are so many ways to be a parent. you will find what works for you and its ok if your house is a hot mess and your not a pinterest mom... More of a PSA, but I feel like we can't hear that enough.
Diagnosed : unexplained infertility
6 rounds of IUI and a MC 2/2014, rainbow twins 4/2015
TTC #3 5/2016
Restarted Fertility tx
IUI 2 rounds, baby girl 12/17
I’ve been drinking chamomile tea (1-2 cups a day) assuming it was safe because it’s caffeine free. Doing a quick internet search, I’m reading that some herbal teas aren’t safe/may not be safe during pregnancy, including chamomile. I plan on asking my OB during my next visit, but is anyone else avoiding chamomile or other herbal teas because their doctors advised against it?
Thanks!
I was talking to DH, the other day and mentioned I wanted tea, but the studies say it should be avoided. His response was basically that I shouldn't worry because (1) the doctor didn't say anything (2) the FDA is paranoid, and likes to put warning on all sorts of things saying not for pregnant woman, and these don't have those warnings (we actually do have one type of tea that says ask your doctor before drinking if your pregnant).
Disclaimer neither DH nor I are doctors, but that's his opinion, which I am following.
And I am also the jungle gym!
- Sex hurts after delivery even if you had a c-section. It's hormone related & it will get better after a while.
- Your heart grows so much when you have a baby. I was worried about bonding and what if I didn't love the baby as much as my DH? It somehow just happens.
- The little things that will trip you up. The first time I had to trim DS's nails I was so worried. He was squirmy and fragile and what if I clipped his finger? (Pro tip: trim nails while babies are asleep). How do you actually lay a sleeping baby in a crib without waking them? It just takes practice. Everything the first time is a big deal.
Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count
IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM
IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice
FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil)
ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day)
FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok)
FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
Me - anovulatory, non-Insulin PCOS, DH - low end of "normal" sperm count
IUI#1 - 02/15 - Cancelled due to scrubbed sperm count <1MM
IVF#1 - 08/15 - 13x5-day blastocysts (ranging from AA-BB, most are 5 or 6), not PGS, on ice
FET#1 - 10/15 - 1 emb - BFP (DD 07/16) (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#2 - 07/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#3 - 08/17 - 1 emb - BFN (estrace + PIO sesame oil + prometrium)
FET#4 - 10/17 - 2 emb - BFN (changed to estrace + prometrium because of allergic reaction to PIO sesame oil)
ERA Testing - 12/17 - window moved (-1 day)
FET#5 - 03/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
Karyotype Testing - 04/18 - Negative (we're ok)
FET#6 - 06/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#7 - 10/18 - 2 emb - BFN (estrace + prometrium, ERA-timing used)
FET#8 - 11/18 - 2 emb - BFP; looks like one baby is going to make it, DD is due 8/16 (though likely to be 8/9)
TTC #1 5/13 BFP #3 5/2/14 DD born 1/19/15
NTNP #2 8/17 BFP 12/13/18 ED 8/21/19
I’ve been reading that round ligament pain is lower in the abdomen but mine was to the right side of my belly button about halfway between my belly button and hip. So I’m freaking out that it’s something else
Diagnosed : unexplained infertility
6 rounds of IUI and a MC 2/2014, rainbow twins 4/2015
TTC #3 5/2016
Restarted Fertility tx
IUI 2 rounds, baby girl 12/17
@purplg8r definitely sounds like round ligament pain to me. I have been having it for a couple weeks already. i think it started fairly early with my other 2 as well.
1/12/13 DD was born
4/9/16 DS was born
9/17 CP
6/23/18 BFP EDD 3/4/19
@baby3ob thank goodness for Firehouse Subs!!
*Side Note*
I do carry peppermint essential oil and smelling that does help ease my stomach. I am also pregnant with twins.
PS - I’m pregnant with twins too!
Started TTC in June 2014
Started seeing RE in June 2015
HSG in July 2015 = normal, started Clomid/Ovidrel/IUI cycle in August 2015
Cycle #3 in October afforded 1st month of mature follicles - underwent IUI
BFP on 10/27/15 - EDD 7/8/16
DD#1 born on 7/1/16
TTC #2 in September 2018
BFP on 12/2/18 - EDD 8/16/19
Team Green!
I keep telling DH we need one, and he doesn't understand it. I finally got him to agree to have one made, but every time I try to get him to schedule something with a lawyer he says now doesn't work we'll do it soon.
We had the benefit of legal from DH's job handle it so it was easy, but I would 100% make the time and money for it in any other case.
Started TTC in June 2014
Started seeing RE in June 2015
HSG in July 2015 = normal, started Clomid/Ovidrel/IUI cycle in August 2015
Cycle #3 in October afforded 1st month of mature follicles - underwent IUI
BFP on 10/27/15 - EDD 7/8/16
DD#1 born on 7/1/16
TTC #2 in September 2018
BFP on 12/2/18 - EDD 8/16/19
Team Green!