Newbie Intro w/o 3/4

jennifer_louise · March 2019

Welcome, new members! Please read The Ultimate TTGP Guide pinned at the top of the board (https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/12685680/the-ultimate-ttgp-guide-newbies-read-this-first/p1). It's full of information about TTGP and about our community here on The Bump. Please introduce yourself and share as much or as little as you are comfortable with. Once you're ready, feel free to jump into any of our daily/weekly threads to start participating in the community!

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.):

_khaleesi · March 2019

Hi everyone!

Ages (you and SO): 34 & 37

How many months have you been TTC?: 2nd cycle overall, 1st cycle AL

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?: Sex. 😀 We used FAM over a decade to avoid so BBT is old hat and doesn’t feel like extra effort but I guess that counts. 🤷‍♀️

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.): We’re pretty boring. No kids. 2 German Shepherds. I’m in healthcare analytics and H is a firefighter. I’m currently obsessed with Marie Kondo’ing the whole house. 🙃 I love gym time, specifically weight lifting (hate anything cardio). Deadlifts are my favorite.

binkiesandbiceps · March 2019

I am reluctantly intro-ing today. I lurked over the weekend to see what the atmosphere is on the page, but I'm really nervous to make a mistake. There were a lot of rules to take in.

Ages: I am 33, Partner is 34.

How many months of TTC: I just had my IUD removed last week, so I am taking a couple months to allow my body to regulate before we officially TTC.

Edited to add: WAYDTGKU?: I have started changing my diet specifically for those with PCOS, I'm starting inositol and have been taking PNV. As I said before, I had my IUD removed, so I'm trying really hard to get my body on track.

Tell us about yourself: I am a high school English teacher and partner is a store manager for a shoe store. We have a soon-to-be 2yo, E. I got involved in CrossFit in October, after being a powerlifter for ages, and I've really enjoyed it! The Crossfit Open started two weeks ago and I'm loving the opportunity to challenge myself. I'm obsessed, so I will warn that I will talk about it a lot. I was diagnosed with PCOS after close to a year of TTC E and eventually had to conceive via IUI. I am currently changing my diet and discussing treatments with my OB to see what we can do to not need medical intervention this time around.

b_1029 · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps I do Crossfit too

welcome!
And don't be scared...the main rules are to limit talk of your child to the TFAS thread and use *TW* if you talk about them anywhere else (here is totally fine)...don't ask if you're pregnant...and give as much support as you get!

kbrown2385 · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps welcome! Please don’t be nervous. There are a great group of ladies here and look forward to getting to know you.

binkiesandbiceps · March 2019

@b_1029 and @kbrown2385 - Thanks, ladies! I should have mentioned that I have severe social anxiety! I just don't want to make mistakes and make people think I am being rude on purpose!

inthewoods23 · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps I understand where you're coming from I'm similar in that I stress over whether or not I'm following the rules for anything. You're doing fine!

kimmer1412 · March 2019

Welcome @binkiesandbiceps and @_khaleesi

@_khaleesi love the SN and I also love weight lifting and hate cardio

b_1029 · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps I totally understand that- I’m the same way! I think I compulsively studied the rules when I first joined lol.

Also @kimmer1412 / @_khaleesi +1 for only liking weights but no cardio. I hate the actual CrossFit part of CrossFit but know I wouldn’t do any cardio otherwise 🤷🏼‍♀️

kagesstarshroom · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps I also felt like that at first for sure! That just means you'll probably make a stellar member of this community. Also, big props for being a HS English teacher!!! I'm getting my PhD right now in English & Creative Writing & I hope to stay in academic/teaching college. Teaching high school seems like it would be super rewarding but really hard. What are some of your fave lessons you get to teach? Let me know when you have the chance!

binkiesandbiceps · March 2019

kagesstarshroom said:

@binkiesandbiceps I also felt like that at first for sure! That just means you'll probably make a stellar member of this community. Also, big props for being a HS English teacher!!! I'm getting my PhD right now in English & Creative Writing & I hope to stay in academic/teaching college. Teaching high school seems like it would be super rewarding but really hard. What are some of your fave lessons you get to teach? Let me know when you have the chance!

@kagesstarshroom - Oh! I've been thinking about getting my PhD, but I keep finding excuses. I'm currently getting a second masters in Instructional Technology Leadership and I'm really excited! I only have a few more classes left.

I love my job! We are currently working on my favorite unit: Romeo and Juliet. (I personally prefer Hamlet, Julius Caesar, or Much Ado, but R+J is required!) They have really been getting into it. We're about to write an essay about how they felt about the ending (most of them have really hated it) and argue what they think Shakespeare's main message is (theme). We also watch clips from various versions and write a media analysis.

I am also a grammar nerd, so I really enjoy my grammar lessons!

kagesstarshroom · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps aw. I remember reading R+J in hs. Also not my fave Shakespeare (As You Like It & the Tempest, but so many memorable lines--plus I heart that 90s film w/ Leo & Claire Danes so so much. / Also a grammar nerd here! I taught a college level grammar class when I used to adjunct. I LOVED it. The students.... not so much haha. Would love to teach it again someday; it was centered on sentence diagramming.

binkiesandbiceps · March 2019

@kagesstarshroom - You just became my new best friend. I love sentence diagramming!

_khaleesi · March 2019

@kimmer1412 I have a total lady crush on Khaleesi! 😀 She is such a badass. Are you ready for the final season?! We are rewatching the series to have it fresh in our heads. Currently in season 3. Everyone’s still alive! 😂

+ @b_1029 boooo cardio. I tell myself I’m basically doing HIIT with the weightlifting and that’s good enough! Cardio is just so borrrrring to me!!! Andplusalso, if I need to go somewhere 5 miles away that’s why I have a car.

@binkiesandbiceps I totally hear you on fear of breaking the rules. I kind of already broke them by posting before intro-ing. 😀 I was on the TTCAL thread before I was ready to intro. They greeted me with open arms anyways and helped lift me up. 🙂 So there is some flexibility and understanding.

kimmer1412 · March 2019

@_khaleesi I'm dying for the new season and I totally have a girl crush on Khaleesi. I'm so sad it's the last season though. I'm trying to convince MH to rewatch the series but he's not into it as much as me.

littlesheep123 · March 2019

Hi everyone

Ages (you and SO): Me 26 & DH 28

How many months have you been TTC?: not trying not preventing 10~12 months; OPK+BBT tracking 2 months

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?: OPK+BBT & doing IF testings these two cycles

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.): Got married 3 years ago; TTC #1 for almost a year. Just started IF testings with my OB... Everything looks fine so far (day 3 tests, day 21 tests and DH's SA all normal). Checking if my tubes are clear this week. I love going to the symphony performances. DH loves K-Pop.

lcking82 · March 2019

@binkiesandbiceps: I had to giggle about your "nervous" entry - no worries, if you're generally trying to be decent folks are pretty forgiving!!! It's the one-off posts that rub everyone the wrong way!!

@_khaleesi: welcome!!! I love GOT and cannot wait for the final season!!!!

@littlesheep123: welcome!

popoverthemoon · March 2019

Hi all! Looking forward to joining in!

Ages (you and SO): We're both 32

How many months have you been TTC?: 3

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?: OPK last month

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.): My DH and I have been married for a little over 2 years. We have two golden retrievers and love to travel! @binkiesandbiceps - I'm a high school teacher too!

chichiphin · March 2019

re-intro since there are so many new faces here... **TW** for loss ahead

Ages (you and SO): 28 & 30

How many months have you been TTC?: 8 prior. Currently going through our loss & not sure when we will jump back in... really I just want to be back where it is comfortable and participate in randoms again, as well as TTCAL when able. Hopefully that is okay.

What are you doing to get knocked up (WAYDTGKU)?: nothing yet...

Tell us about yourself! (Kids, pets, job, hobbies, etc.): We have 2 chihuahuas that are our bebes. East coasters. I love to read and come with a wealth of book suggestions. Oh and VERY UNPOPULAR OPINION (tbh might need a TW) but I hate oreos.

brookert615 · March 2019

@chichiphin I am so sorry you're back here, friend

. You've been on my mind and in my prayers lately! Also, I hate Oreos as well.

misshelen86 · March 2019

@chichiphin So sorry for your loss

celticknotfire · March 2019

@chichiphin my heart is breaking to see you back here. I am so sorry. Take time for yourself and YH.

keikilove · March 2019

@chichiphin I am so sorry to see you back here!

My heart dropped when I saw your name on this thread. Of course, we welcome you back with open arms.

I’m just so sorry.

b_1029 · March 2019

@chichiphin my lovetit is a hug. So sorry you’re back here and you and YH are going through this.

rikiteacup · March 2019

@chichiphin I am sorry to see you back here

I am sending you lots of love

kiki047 · March 2019

@chichiphin I am so very sorry you are back here, but you will always be welcome with open arms. Whenever you're ready. Sending you lots of love and hugs in the meantime. And I really don't like oreos as much as it may seem, I just have FOMO and like to know what's new and hot lol. I have a couple new packs of cookies as a direct result of that convo but it'll probably take me 3 months to eat them.

kagesstarshroom · March 2019

@chichiphin I am so sorry for your loss. And for your opinions on Oreos. But truly, so much love to you.

marebear15 · March 2019

@chichiphin - I understand that feeling of needing to be back in familiar territory. We love you and are mourning your loss with heavy hearts. Feel free to rant or ask for support in the TTCAL group, or just hang if that's what you need.
Okay...so no Oreos, but what about Peeps??

lcking82 · March 2019

@chichiphin: many hugs to you.

inthewoods23 · March 2019

@chichiphin so sorry to see you back here 😢

chichiphin · March 2019

thank you guys

I've been lurking a lot since we got the news, wondering if I'd be back here and it was comforting knowing the support that is here.
@marebear15 hard pass on peeps lol

emeraldduchess · March 2019

@chichiphin I am so very sorry for your loss. Of course you are welcome, you have many people here who love you. Jump in whenever you are ready, we are all here for you. So many hugs. 💜

jennifer_louise · March 2019

@chichiphin ^^^WSS. Wish you weren't back here.

binkiesandbiceps · March 2019

I don't know you, but @chichiphin, I am so sorry for your loss.

kels0091 · March 2019

@chichiphin
I’m so sorry you’re back

_khaleesi · March 2019

So sorry for your loss @chichiphin

@popoverthemoon welcome to the board fellow newbie!

shamrocandroll · March 2019

Oh @chichiphin I am sorry for your loss. Please take however much time you need and participate however you see fit. TTCAL has been an amazing support system for me after my 2 recent losses, and we'd love to have you over there regardless of whether or not you're actively trying.

Spartanrd4 · March 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss @chichiphin

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