@wildrainbow I just saw you as I was scrolling through the intros! I'm pretty sure we were on the same BMB for November '18. I'm so glad you're here, and many prayers for a healthy pregnancy!
How did you find out? I am never late. So when I didn't get my period at the end of the day, I asked my boyfriend to get me a pregnancy test asap. It was positive
Job? I'm the CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) at a bank
Hobbies? I love being creative. I paint, draw, do some digital designing freelance work in my spare time and love doing web development (yes I'm an IT nerd)
Other children/pregnancies? A 3yo girl from a previous relationship
Pets? None
Spouse? No, we are not married but in a committed relationship. He's a sports project developer for our community
Anything else interesting? Happy to be here with you all!
I think my due date would be August 13th, according to my last period date. It's not confirmed by doctor yet. I found out by randomly testing. My husband and I have had fertility issues, so I randomly take tests in hopes that it will be positive. I've had 3 other pregnancies but all ended in MC. I hope this is my rainbow baby!!
how did you find out: we’ve been trying for about a year. Had a couple of miscarriages in that time and was ready to throw the towel in for a few months. Tested bit before my period was due as I was going out and there would be drinks involved, came back negative so I let myself have a few. then a week later still no period, tested and was a very dark line!
job: accountant.
Hobbies: I like cooking, baking, knitting, hiking, camping. Though not much of that is happening at the moment, I feel tired and nauseous all the time.
Other children/pregnancies: no children. Three other pregnancies. Missed miscarriage at 10 weeks in Nov 18, miscarriage at 6 weeks April 19 and cp October 19. Apprehensive about this pregnancy but spotting was my indicator in my last pregnancies and none so far!
pets: nah never been much of a pet person.
Spouse: husband. Married coming up three years
anything else interesting: i had an early scan due to previous losses and we found out that we’re having twins!! Fraternal twins, and no history in either of our families. I also have lots of nieces and nephews (come from a family of 5). They’re all getting big now but I know there’ll be super excited and good helpers.
Due date Unsure of the exact date. I had my IUD removed on 11/22 and did not have a period, so I am unsure of an exact date. How did you find out I had a dream last night that I took a pregnancy test and it was positive. I usually don;t remember my dreams, but I couldn't shake the feeling, so I took a test this morning and when I got home from work and both were positive. Job I work in healthcare at a nursing home Hobbies No hobbies really. Most of my time is spent working, or taking care of my toddler Other children/pregnancies One DS who just turned 3 over the weekend Pets Two dogs: a seven year old Australian Shepherd and a 4 year old Brittney Spaniel Spouse We've been married for 4.5 years. Together for almost 8 years
How did you find out? I had severe sensitive nipples! Like I couldn’t even wear a T-shirt without wincing in pain. I told my husband to stop by and grab a test on his way home from work. I took it the next morning and shoved it at the shower door while my husband showered and announced I would be taking him to work because I needed the car to go get medicine (progesterone). Job? I’m a stay at home mom but just recently got a teaching job for January but now I’m not sure if I’m going to take it or not. Hobbies? reading, board games, and staying in. Other children/pregnancies? We have a 3 year old son who joined our family via adoption. This is my 3rd pregnancy. The first two ended in miscarriage.
Pets? A 3 year old Great Dane named Linus and a 2 year old Snowshoe Siamese cat named Asha.
Spouse? An amazing husband! We’ve been married for 9 1/2 years. Anything else interesting? We’ve been trying for a baby for 9 years! We did all the fertility treatments and stopped when they told us nothing else would help except IVF. That’s just not what we wanted and we knew we would grow our family in a different way so we started the adoption process and eventually were matched and now have our beautiful son. I out of the blue got pregnant 2 years ago but lost that baby. Just last month I got pregnant again only to have a miscarriage shortly after finding out. To our shock I tested exactly4 weeks later and it was positive! We are hoping for a sticky baby this time!
How did you find out? I felt extremely exhausted one night, and realized I was one day late. Off I went to get a test, and then all our plans for the next 12 months changed (and I love it!).
Job? Yes, but I don’t want to talk about that lol. I’ll just say that we relocated to Germany last year, wonder what pregnancy would look like here vs. back home.
Hobbies? Yoga, traveling and family time.
Other children/pregnancies? Two girls: 6 yo and 3 yo
Spouse? Yes, dh and he’s still in shock about the news.
Anything else interesting? Tomorrow is my first visit and I couldn’t be more excited. Trying to stay as positive as I can, looking forward to. boring, healthy pregnancy with a healthy cute baby.
Hey there! Due date? 8/23/2020 according to my last period.
How did you find out? I had a dream about puppies. I never have good dreams and the last dream I had about baby animals, I was pregnant! I took a test 4 days before my period was due and sure enough, there was a faint line.
Job? I'm a SAHM.
Hobbies? Taking care of the kids...? Haha. I like cooking, baking and gardening.
Other children/pregnancies? I have 2 kids. A 4yo boy and a 3 yo girl.
Pets? We have a soon to be 3yo american bulldog. He is basically our child.
Spouse? Yes, my husband and I have been married for 5 years. He runs a real estate development company and is in law school part time.
Anything else interesting? Nothing too exciting over here. I have to wait until the middle of January to see and hear baby so I'm trying to stay calm and positive until then!
Nice to meet all of you! Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy. ♥️
Hi everyone! I'm Jessica, 24 years old and this is my first pregnancy. I'm super excited to be a part of this group! I'm from Northern Ontario, Canada. 🙂
Due date: August 13, 2020
how did you find out: We had been trying for about 3 months and my cycles would be anywhere from 24-28 days. This last cycle it was day 27, no period, and I had night sweats, a back ache and was super tired, so I decided to take a test for the fun of it, and it came back positive. I took 2 more just to be safe, because I'm a super anxious person.
job: Stay at home wife right now. Up until August I was doing sales and account management for a moving company, but decided to quit due to a toxic environment.
Hobbies: I'm a big animal lover. I like to go snowmobiling, offroading, and mudding when the hubby's not working. I've been getting into puzzles alot lately too.
Other children/pregnancies: None of either. We've only been ttc since August 2019.
pets: I'd have a zoo if my husband let me. 😂 Right now I have a black lab & australian shepherd mix, a border collie & german shepherd mix, 2 domestic short hair cats, and my adorable little hedgehog.
Spouse: Husband ❤ He's a mechanic for a big mining company in this area. He's also a big goof ball and my best friend. We got married in August of this year and were together 5 years prior to that. If he had his way, we would have had 10 kids by now. Lol!
anything else interesting: My parents and in-laws are best friends. They literally hangout like school kids, and it's honestly the best thing ever!
Due date? I think it's 8/26 but my periods are not consistently 28 days
How did you find out? I waited until I knew my period was at least one day late before peeing on a stick. I don't buy tests in bulk and they are expensive. I also don't like to tease myself unnecessarily.
Job? I work in an office, sending emails and talking to people on the phone. really boring
Hobbies? I love working on jigsaw puzzles but I never have time to do it, nor space to have it just sitting out. I like to listen to music pretty much all day everyday. I also like to look things up-- I like to know a little bit about everything. I don't know if any of these are truly hobbies.
Other children/pregnancies? 1 living child (5), this is my 4th pregnancy
Pets? None
Spouse? yes. He's the best and I am grateful everyday that he's in my life.
Anything else interesting? ***TW*** I have been using The Bump community on and off for the last five or so years. I participated for my 1 LC and for my other two pregnancies. I was on TTGP/TTCAL here and there. I had two MC in 2018 while living abroad. We moved back to the US this year and I left the Bump and TTC for several months to handle the move and practice some self-care. I would lurk to see who was graduating from TTGP but that's about it. Now, I am in a mix of hopefulness, joy, and all out fear. Whatever may happen now, this is very likely my last pregnancy. Shout out and lots of love to any families who have struggled with infertility and loss. ***TW***
How did you find out? We did a FET last Wednesday on 12/11 and I started testing this Monday at 5dpt and got a squinter that day. I've been testing every days since and had my first beta today to confirm!
Job? I do QA and Knowledge for the Service Desk in my company.
Hobbies? Knitting, gaming, programming
Other children/pregnancies? I have a 14 month old son who was also an IVF baby.
Pets? We have a dog named River Song.
Spouse? My husband and I have been married almost 6.5 years.
Anything else interesting? I'm working on a second BS degree (I decided it was a great idea to go back to school when my son was 9 months old )
Infertility Journey (in spoiler because it's way too long and child/loss mentioned)
Married: 08/09/2013; TTC #2 Me: 31, possible PCOS and Septate Uterus (Septum removed in November 2017) DH: 31, MFI (Low Count and Low Motility) July 2017 - IUI #1 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN August 2017 - IUI #2 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN September 2017 - IUI #3 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN November 2017 - Uterine Septum removed December 2017 - IVF Consultation January 2018 - IVF #1 - Retrieval 1/24 - 2 Day 3 embryos (1 transferred fresh, 1 frozen) and 2 Day 5 embryos frozen February 2018 - Fresh Transfer - Transfer 1/27 (1 day 3 embryo) - BFN March 2018 - FET #1 - Transfer 3/2 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! 1st beta (10dp5dt) - 101; 2nd beta (17dp5dt) - 3061! Due 11/18/2018 March 2018 - Remaining embryos lost in malfunction.
October 8, 2018 - Son born at 34 weeks and a day due to preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome. Spent 13 days in the NICU.
June 2019 - IVF #2 - Cancelled - Cyst on Ovary July 2019 - IVF #2 Take 2 - Retrieval 8/1 - 5 Day 5 embryos frozen August 2019 - FET #1 - Cancelled - No Trilaminar Lining September 2019 - FET #1 - Transfer 9/25 (1 day 5 embryo) - Chemical Pregnancy - 1st beta (9dp5dt): 110; 2nd beta (14dp5dt): 357; 3rd beta (16dp5dt): 188; 4th beta (23dp5dt): 7 November 2019 - FET #2 - Transfer 11/6 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFN December 2019 - FET #3 - Transfer 12/11 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! - 1st beta (8dp5dt): 102; 2nd beta (15dp5dt): 2636! Due 08/28/2020
August 13, 2020 - Son born at 37 weeks an 6 days due to failed BPP (Gestational Diabetes).
Infertility Journey (in spoiler because it's way too long and child/loss mentioned)
Married: 08/09/2013; TTC #2 Me: 31, possible PCOS and Septate Uterus (Septum removed in November 2017) DH: 31, MFI (Low Count and Low Motility) July 2017 - IUI #1 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN August 2017 - IUI #2 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN September 2017 - IUI #3 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN November 2017 - Uterine Septum removed December 2017 - IVF Consultation January 2018 - IVF #1 - Retrieval 1/24 - 2 Day 3 embryos (1 transferred fresh, 1 frozen) and 2 Day 5 embryos frozen February 2018 - Fresh Transfer - Transfer 1/27 (1 day 3 embryo) - BFN March 2018 - FET #1 - Transfer 3/2 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! 1st beta (10dp5dt) - 101; 2nd beta (17dp5dt) - 3061! Due 11/18/2018 March 2018 - Remaining embryos lost in malfunction.
October 8, 2018 - Son born at 34 weeks and a day due to preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome. Spent 13 days in the NICU.
June 2019 - IVF #2 - Cancelled - Cyst on Ovary July 2019 - IVF #2 Take 2 - Retrieval 8/1 - 5 Day 5 embryos frozen August 2019 - FET #1 - Cancelled - No Trilaminar Lining September 2019 - FET #1 - Transfer 9/25 (1 day 5 embryo) - Chemical Pregnancy - 1st beta (9dp5dt): 110; 2nd beta (14dp5dt): 357; 3rd beta (16dp5dt): 188; 4th beta (23dp5dt): 7 November 2019 - FET #2 - Transfer 11/6 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFN December 2019 - FET #3 - Transfer 12/11 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! - 1st beta (8dp5dt): 102; 2nd beta (15dp5dt): 2636! Due 08/28/2020
August 13, 2020 - Son born at 37 weeks an 6 days due to failed BPP (Gestational Diabetes).
Finally past my days of waiting until I can comment! New user here- although I was very active about 5yrs ago when a previous partner and I were doing IVF (unsuccessfully).
Due date? August 22, 2020 (based on LMP, but I ovulated late... so they will probably adjust)
How did you find out? We were trying, so I was a testing fool from 8dpo, bfp on 10dpo
Job? Scientist
Hobbies? 4wheeling, camping, fishing- we live in an outdoorsy state!
Other children/pregnancies? 2 step-daughters, this will be our first together (one MC 5yrs ago after IVF @ 8 weeks)
Pets? 1 cat and 2 dogs
Anything else interesting? Not really- just cautiously excited to finally being here after a vasectomy reversal in August!
How we found out: Me and my best friend usually have our cycle at the same time well this time she had hers and I didn’t so I went and got a test and it was positive!!!
Job: unit secretary at a hospital and my husband is a truck driver
Hobbies: spending family time and shopping and I love to do hair
Other pregnancy’s: We have 6 beautiful babies already two girls age 10 & 8 and 4 boys ages 12/6/5&3 well the 3 year old will be 4 on January 1st ❤️
Spouse: I have an amazing husband who I have been with for 3years this is his 1st biological child so he is beyond excited ❤️
Hi everyone! This is my first pregnancy and my husband and I are excited but also on pins and needles over this. We’ve been married for over 13 years, together for 16 years and had accepted that we would never be parents. This was a TOTAL surprise! And a complete miracle.
Due date? It Changed from 7/18 to 8/9 due to my irregular cycles.
How did you find out? I honestly just felt different. Really full and bloated and the strongest desire to watch adoption stories and mommy vlogs. I even made an orientation meeting for an adoption agency.
Job?
I am an actor, singer and voice over artist. I haven’t told my agent yet (eek) but I will after I tell my family at Christmas.
Hobbies? I am a huge cooking and baking enthusiast. If I had the resources I would get my degree in culinary arts. I crochet and like to canoe and travel.
Other children/pregnancies?
This is our first ever pregnancy in 16 years. Its a miracle!
Pets?
4 cats( who knew I was pregnant before I ever did) and a toy poodle and a chihuahua who will be very jealous of the baby.
Spouse? Todd, married for over 13 years. We’ve had some bumps on the road but all in all we are better together then apart. He is a theatrical Tech Director, Scenic and lighting designer and works full time as a Scenic carpenter.
Anything else interesting? I am in the process of filming vlogs for my future YouTube channel. I feel like the story of this pregnancy will help others out there. It will go viral when we are through our first trimester. We are huge Halloween fans and big theme park enthusiasts.
Ah! @cornichonmam I <i>Knew</i> your name was super familiar! I just couldn't place from where! How cool! This is what I get for not keeping up with the pg. :P
@BusinessWife The name is an in joke really, me and my husband call each other Pickle as a pet name and we talked about having cornichons in the future for years. I haven posted much so far as the app takes So long to load on my phone. 😒
How did you find out? The night before thanksgiving I woke up sick which is completely unlike me. I found myself sick the next few days after that and decided to wake up and take a test on that Saturday! It was a FRER and the second line made me question myself so I ran back to the store to grab clear blue digitals. They both came back positive! I later confirmed with yet another test a week later after missing my period.
Job? I’m a fourth grade science and reading teacher
Hobbies? I’m a video game nerd! I also love kayaking and spending time with my dogs.
Other children/pregnancies? Our first
Pets? Two rescue dogs, Boomer and Buddy. Beagle mix and basset mix.
Spouse? Yes, married October 19, 2019! We’ve been together for four years.
Anything else interesting? I’m pretty boring, but excited to finally be able to post in here!
Hey ladies congratulations everyone on your pregnancy!
My name is Rosie this is my 4th pregnancy 3rd child. I also have a June 2017 girl and a August 2018 boy.
My hobbies include chasing after my toddlers and napping while I can. As well as trying to drink my coffee while it is hot.
I left my career to be a sahm and help my husband with our family business. We have one dog a Maltese named Bella. Been with my husband for 8 years married 10/24/15.
I'm late to this thread but so glad to be here! I just got the app and impatiently waited to post!
Due date?
8/25 - to be confirmed (yay Virgo baby like mama)
How did you find out? I had sore boobs and slight nausea. I took the test 6 days before my missed period and got a positive! So I knew very early on!
Job?
I start a new job in January (HR/Intl Mobility) - as if being pregnant is not enough! I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed but I guess everything happens for a reason.
Hobbies?
My hubby and I love to travel and spend time outdoors. I'm also an indoor cycling instructor.
Other children/pregnancies?
First time mom
Pets?
One fat chihuahua min-pin mix named Champ
Spouse?
Hubby Leon and I are coming up to our 2 year anniversary in February.
Anything else interesting?
We currently live in Bahrain. As we are away from friends and family AND are first time parents, I'm super nervous. I may need some help along the way.
SO excited to meet all of you ladies!!! My names LeighAnn, I'm 21 years old! I hope everyone has a lovely and safe pregnancy ❤
Due date? 8/29 as far as I know!!
How did you find out? Me and my husband started trying last month! I was feeling more tired than usual, but also I was impatient! I took a test 3 days before my missed period and got a positive!!!
Job? I work as a saute cook in a restaurant!
Other children/pregnancies? This will be my first!
Pets? Two long hair dachsund, one is 7 years old, the other is 7 months ❤
Spouse? Matty and I have been married one year this past october! Been together for three and a half years!
I've been incredibly happy since finding out im pregnant and I cant wait to experience this journey with all of you ladies!!!
How did you find out? We were TTC and I was a day late. Took a test and showed my husband and daughter right away.
Job: School psychologist
Other children: 3.5 year old daughter
Pets: An amazing Maltese who is the light of my life! I mean with my daughter too obviously
Spouse: Married for 6 years, together for 10
I've been really nervous to have a second child so we put it off for a long time. My daughter is needy and intense. I'm still nervous to balance two, but here we go 🤪
Married July 2014 DD born June 2016 Second due August 2020 (team green!)
Due date? August 29, 2020 eta: I will likely be due closer to the 22nd since I will have a c-section.
How did you find out? I just Found out this morning. Tested with a cheapie and confirmed with a frer. I’ve been temping and my temp has stayed high to 16dpo. I took at test at 12dpo that was negative. That and the cramping I’ve been having made me think that I was out this cycle. I’ve also been sick so I was blaming the high temps on that. I’m so happy that it wasn’t though.
CS:
Job? I work part time in banking and stay at home with my son during the week.
Hobbies? Photography, reading.
Other children/pregnancies? I have a DS who just turned 2!
Pets? We have 4 cats.
Spouse? DH and I have married for 6 years, together since 2011.
Anything else interesting? I’ve been on ttgp for the past 6-7 months. On this journey with a wonderful group of ladies who I will miss (and pray for). But I am glad to follow a couple of you over here! ♥️
@photographerwife AAAAHHHHHHHHH OMGGGGG YAYYYYYYYYYYYYY I am so unbelievably happy for you!!! I really had a strong feeling that you would be joining me over here, and I'm over the moon that you are!!! Congratulations girl!! So so so happy for you
Me: 33 DH: 36 Dating 4/2008 Married 6/2016 TTC #1 9/2019 BFP 12/13/2019! EDD 8/27/2020 Baby Girl
Yay!!! @photographerwife Congratulations and Welcome! Those cheapies can be so tough. My test at 4dp5dt was so faint it really looked negative.... Except for the faintest hint of a shadow I really thought I might be imagining! Lol next days frer was much more clear. So glad to have you here!
@businesswife I totally agree! Thats amazing that you were able to see a line then! At first I thought it was negative but it slowly became visible. . probably why it was negative on 12dpo, either that or late implantation! FRER was much darker! Im so glad to be here with you!
Re: The Introduction Thread
8/23
How did you find out?
I am never late. So when I didn't get my period at the end of the day, I asked my boyfriend to get me a pregnancy test asap. It was positive
Job?
I'm the CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) at a bank
Hobbies?
I love being creative. I paint, draw, do some digital designing freelance work in my spare time and love doing web development (yes I'm an IT nerd)
Other children/pregnancies?
A 3yo girl from a previous relationship
Pets?
None
Spouse?
No, we are not married but in a committed relationship. He's a sports project developer for our community
Anything else interesting?
Happy to be here with you all!
I think my due date would be August 13th, according to my last period date. It's not confirmed by doctor yet.
I found out by randomly testing. My husband and I have had fertility issues, so I randomly take tests in hopes that it will be positive.
I've had 3 other pregnancies but all ended in MC. I hope this is my rainbow baby!!
how did you find out: we’ve been trying for about a year. Had a couple of miscarriages in that time and was ready to throw the towel in for a few months. Tested bit before my period was due as I was going out and there would be drinks involved, came back negative so I let myself have a few. then a week later still no period, tested and was a very dark line!
job: accountant.
pets: nah never been much of a pet person.
anything else interesting: i had an early scan due to previous losses and we found out that we’re having twins!! Fraternal twins, and no history in either of our families. I also have lots of nieces and nephews (come from a family of 5). They’re all getting big now but I know there’ll be super excited and good helpers.
How did you find out I had a dream last night that I took a pregnancy test and it was positive. I usually don;t remember my dreams, but I couldn't shake the feeling, so I took a test this morning and when I got home from work and both were positive.
Job I work in healthcare at a nursing home
Hobbies No hobbies really. Most of my time is spent working, or taking care of my toddler
Other children/pregnancies One DS who just turned 3 over the weekend
Pets Two dogs: a seven year old Australian Shepherd and a 4 year old Brittney Spaniel
Spouse We've been married for 4.5 years. Together for almost 8 years
How did you find out? I had severe sensitive nipples! Like I couldn’t even wear a T-shirt without wincing in pain. I told my husband to stop by and grab a test on his way home from work. I took it the next morning and shoved it at the shower door while my husband showered and announced I would be taking him to work because I needed the car to go get medicine (progesterone).
Job? I’m a stay at home mom but just recently got a teaching job for January but now I’m not sure if I’m going to take it or not.
Hobbies? reading, board games, and staying in.
Other children/pregnancies? We have a 3 year old son who joined our family via adoption. This is my 3rd pregnancy. The first two ended in miscarriage.
Pets? A 3 year old Great Dane named Linus and a 2 year old Snowshoe Siamese cat named Asha.
Spouse? An amazing husband! We’ve been married for 9 1/2 years.
Anything else interesting? We’ve been trying for a baby for 9 years! We did all the fertility treatments and stopped when they told us nothing else would help except IVF. That’s just not what we wanted and we knew we would grow our family in a different way so we started the adoption process and eventually were matched and now have our beautiful son. I out of the blue got pregnant 2 years ago but lost that baby. Just last month I got pregnant again only to have a miscarriage shortly after finding out. To our shock I tested exactly4 weeks later and it was positive! We are hoping for a sticky baby this time!
Due date? 8/16
How did you find out? I felt extremely exhausted one night, and realized I was one day late. Off I went to get a test, and then all our plans for the next 12 months changed (and I love it!).
Job? Yes, but I don’t want to talk about that lol. I’ll just say that we relocated to Germany last year, wonder what pregnancy would look like here vs. back home.
Hobbies? Yoga, traveling and family time.
Other children/pregnancies? Two girls: 6 yo and 3 yo
Spouse? Yes, dh and he’s still in shock about the news.
Anything else interesting? Tomorrow is my first visit and I couldn’t be more excited. Trying to stay as positive as I can, looking forward to. boring, healthy pregnancy with a healthy cute baby.
Due date? 8/23/2020 according to my last period.
How did you find out? I had a dream about puppies. I never have good dreams and the last dream I had about baby animals, I was pregnant! I took a test 4 days before my period was due and sure enough, there was a faint line.
Job? I'm a SAHM.
Hobbies? Taking care of the kids...? Haha. I like cooking, baking and gardening.
Other children/pregnancies? I have 2 kids. A 4yo boy and a 3 yo girl.
Pets? We have a soon to be 3yo american bulldog. He is basically our child.
Spouse? Yes, my husband and I have been married for 5 years. He runs a real estate development company and is in law school part time.
Anything else interesting? Nothing too exciting over here. I have to wait until the middle of January to see and hear baby so I'm trying to stay calm and positive until then!
Nice to meet all of you! Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy. ♥️
hubs: 26
ttc #1: 4/19
dx: PCOS
Due date: August 13, 2020
how did you find out: We had been trying for about 3 months and my cycles would be anywhere from 24-28 days. This last cycle it was day 27, no period, and I had night sweats, a back ache and was super tired, so I decided to take a test for the fun of it, and it came back positive. I took 2 more just to be safe, because I'm a super anxious person.
job: Stay at home wife right now. Up until August I was doing sales and account management for a moving company, but decided to quit due to a toxic environment.
pets: I'd have a zoo if my husband let me. 😂 Right now I have a black lab & australian shepherd mix, a border collie & german shepherd mix, 2 domestic short hair cats, and my adorable little hedgehog.
anything else interesting:
My parents and in-laws are best friends. They literally hangout like school kids, and it's honestly the best thing ever!
I think it's 8/26 but my periods are not consistently 28 days
How did you find out?
I waited until I knew my period was at least one day late before peeing on a stick. I don't buy tests in bulk and they are expensive. I also don't like to tease myself unnecessarily.
Job?
I work in an office, sending emails and talking to people on the phone. really boring
Hobbies?
I love working on jigsaw puzzles but I never have time to do it, nor space to have it just sitting out.
I like to listen to music pretty much all day everyday. I also like to look things up-- I like to know a little bit about everything. I don't know if any of these are truly hobbies.
Other children/pregnancies?
1 living child (5), this is my 4th pregnancy
Pets?
None
Spouse? yes. He's the best and I am grateful everyday that he's in my life.
Anything else interesting?
***TW***
I have been using The Bump community on and off for the last five or so years. I participated for my 1 LC and for my other two pregnancies. I was on TTGP/TTCAL here and there. I had two MC in 2018 while living abroad. We moved back to the US this year and I left the Bump and TTC for several months to handle the move and practice some self-care. I would lurk to see who was graduating from TTGP but that's about it. Now, I am in a mix of hopefulness, joy, and all out fear. Whatever may happen now, this is very likely my last pregnancy. Shout out and lots of love to any families who have struggled with infertility and loss.
***TW***
****trigger warning****
1 LC, girl 5 years old
TTC #2 Summer 2017
BFP 1/5/2018, MC (D & E) 2/23/2018
TTCAL May 2018
BFP 9/20/2018, MC (D & E) 11/16/2018
How did you find out? We did a FET last Wednesday on 12/11 and I started testing this Monday at 5dpt and got a squinter that day. I've been testing every days since and had my first beta today to confirm!
Job? I do QA and Knowledge for the Service Desk in my company.
Hobbies? Knitting, gaming, programming
Other children/pregnancies? I have a 14 month old son who was also an IVF baby.
Pets? We have a dog named River Song.
Spouse? My husband and I have been married almost 6.5 years.
Anything else interesting? I'm working on a second BS degree (I decided it was a great idea to go back to school when my son was 9 months old
Me: 31, possible PCOS and Septate Uterus (Septum removed in November 2017)
DH: 31, MFI (Low Count and Low Motility)
July 2017 - IUI #1 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN
August 2017 - IUI #2 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN
September 2017 - IUI #3 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN
November 2017 - Uterine Septum removed
December 2017 - IVF Consultation
January 2018 - IVF #1 - Retrieval 1/24 - 2 Day 3 embryos (1 transferred fresh, 1 frozen) and 2 Day 5 embryos frozen
February 2018 - Fresh Transfer - Transfer 1/27 (1 day 3 embryo) - BFN
March 2018 - FET #1 - Transfer 3/2 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! 1st beta (10dp5dt) - 101; 2nd beta (17dp5dt) - 3061! Due 11/18/2018
March 2018 - Remaining embryos lost in malfunction.
October 8, 2018 - Son born at 34 weeks and a day due to preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome. Spent 13 days in the NICU.
June 2019 - IVF #2 - Cancelled - Cyst on Ovary
July 2019 - IVF #2 Take 2 - Retrieval 8/1 - 5 Day 5 embryos frozen
August 2019 - FET #1 - Cancelled - No Trilaminar Lining
September 2019 - FET #1 - Transfer 9/25 (1 day 5 embryo) - Chemical Pregnancy - 1st beta (9dp5dt): 110; 2nd beta (14dp5dt): 357; 3rd beta (16dp5dt): 188; 4th beta (23dp5dt): 7
November 2019 - FET #2 - Transfer 11/6 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFN
December 2019 - FET #3 - Transfer 12/11 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! - 1st beta (8dp5dt): 102; 2nd beta (15dp5dt): 2636! Due 08/28/2020
August 13, 2020 - Son born at 37 weeks an 6 days due to failed BPP (Gestational Diabetes).
Me: 31, possible PCOS and Septate Uterus (Septum removed in November 2017)
DH: 31, MFI (Low Count and Low Motility)
July 2017 - IUI #1 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN
August 2017 - IUI #2 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN
September 2017 - IUI #3 - Letrozole 2.5 mg, no trigger, Prometrium 100 mg 2x a day - BFN
November 2017 - Uterine Septum removed
December 2017 - IVF Consultation
January 2018 - IVF #1 - Retrieval 1/24 - 2 Day 3 embryos (1 transferred fresh, 1 frozen) and 2 Day 5 embryos frozen
February 2018 - Fresh Transfer - Transfer 1/27 (1 day 3 embryo) - BFN
March 2018 - FET #1 - Transfer 3/2 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! 1st beta (10dp5dt) - 101; 2nd beta (17dp5dt) - 3061! Due 11/18/2018
March 2018 - Remaining embryos lost in malfunction.
October 8, 2018 - Son born at 34 weeks and a day due to preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome. Spent 13 days in the NICU.
June 2019 - IVF #2 - Cancelled - Cyst on Ovary
July 2019 - IVF #2 Take 2 - Retrieval 8/1 - 5 Day 5 embryos frozen
August 2019 - FET #1 - Cancelled - No Trilaminar Lining
September 2019 - FET #1 - Transfer 9/25 (1 day 5 embryo) - Chemical Pregnancy - 1st beta (9dp5dt): 110; 2nd beta (14dp5dt): 357; 3rd beta (16dp5dt): 188; 4th beta (23dp5dt): 7
November 2019 - FET #2 - Transfer 11/6 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFN
December 2019 - FET #3 - Transfer 12/11 (1 day 5 embryo) - BFP! - 1st beta (8dp5dt): 102; 2nd beta (15dp5dt): 2636! Due 08/28/2020
August 13, 2020 - Son born at 37 weeks an 6 days due to failed BPP (Gestational Diabetes).
How did you find out? We were trying, so I was a testing fool from 8dpo, bfp on 10dpo
Job? Scientist
Hobbies? 4wheeling, camping, fishing- we live in an outdoorsy state!
Other children/pregnancies? 2 step-daughters, this will be our first together
Pets? 1 cat and 2 dogs
Anything else interesting? Not really- just cautiously excited to finally being here after a vasectomy reversal in August!
How we found out: Me and my best friend usually have our cycle at the same time well this time she had hers and I didn’t so I went and got a test and it was positive!!!
Job: unit secretary at a hospital and my husband is a truck driver
Hobbies: spending family time and shopping and I love to do hair
Other pregnancy’s: We have 6 beautiful babies already two girls age 10 & 8 and 4 boys ages 12/6/5&3 well the 3 year old will be 4 on January 1st ❤️
Congrats @BusinessWife I'm sooooo excited for you!!! *Enter in jumping and screaming*
I don't know if you remember me from the Sept 18 group. I'm also trying to have my second little. I have missed chatting with you.
It Changed from 7/18 to 8/9 due to my irregular cycles.
I honestly just felt different. Really full and bloated and the strongest desire to watch adoption stories and mommy vlogs. I even made an orientation meeting for an adoption agency.
Job?
I haven’t told my agent yet (eek) but I will after I tell my family at Christmas.
I am a huge cooking and baking enthusiast. If I had the resources I would get my degree in culinary arts. I crochet and like to canoe and travel.
Other children/pregnancies?
Its a miracle!
Todd, married for over 13 years. We’ve had some bumps on the road but all in all we are better together then apart. He is a theatrical Tech Director, Scenic and lighting designer and works full time as a Scenic carpenter.
Anything else interesting?
I am in the process of filming vlogs for my future YouTube channel. I feel like the story of this pregnancy will help others out there. It will go viral when we are through our first trimester.
We are huge Halloween fans and big theme park enthusiasts.
Due date?
8/13
How did you find out?
The night before thanksgiving I woke up sick which is completely unlike me. I found myself sick the next few days after that and decided to wake up and take a test on that Saturday! It was a FRER and the second line made me question myself so I ran back to the store to grab clear blue digitals. They both came back positive! I later confirmed with yet another test a week later after missing my period.
Job?
I’m a fourth grade science and reading teacher
Hobbies?
I’m a video game nerd! I also love kayaking and spending time with my dogs.
Other children/pregnancies?
Our first
Pets?
Two rescue dogs, Boomer and Buddy. Beagle mix and basset mix.
Spouse?
Yes, married October 19, 2019! We’ve been together for four years.
Anything else interesting?
I’m pretty boring, but excited to finally be able to post in here!
Due date?
8/25 - to be confirmed (yay Virgo baby like mama)
How did you find out?
I had sore boobs and slight nausea. I took the test 6 days before my missed period and got a positive! So I knew very early on!
Job?
I start a new job in January (HR/Intl Mobility) - as if being pregnant is not enough! I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed but I guess everything happens for a reason.
Hobbies?
My hubby and I love to travel and spend time outdoors. I'm also an indoor cycling instructor.
Other children/pregnancies?
First time mom
Pets?
One fat chihuahua min-pin mix named Champ
Spouse?
Hubby Leon and I are coming up to our 2 year anniversary in February.
Anything else interesting?
We currently live in Bahrain. As we are away from friends and family AND are first time parents, I'm super nervous. I may need some help along the way.
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy pregnancy!
Due date?
8/29 as far as I know!!
How did you find out?
Me and my husband started trying last month! I was feeling more tired than usual, but also I was impatient! I took a test 3 days before my missed period and got a positive!!!
Job?
I work as a saute cook in a restaurant!
Other children/pregnancies?
This will be my first!
Pets?
Two long hair dachsund, one is 7 years old, the other is 7 months ❤
Spouse?
Matty and I have been married one year this past october! Been together for three and a half years!
I've been incredibly happy since finding out im pregnant and I cant wait to experience this journey with all of you ladies!!!
How did you find out? We were TTC and I was a day late. Took a test and showed my husband and daughter right away.
Job: School psychologist
Other children:
3.5 year old daughter
Pets:
An amazing Maltese who is the light of my life! I mean with my daughter too obviously
Spouse: Married for 6 years, together for 10
I've been really nervous to have a second child so we put it off for a long time. My daughter is needy and intense. I'm still nervous to balance two, but here we go 🤪
DD born June 2016
Second due August 2020 (team green!)
Me: 39 DH: 36
Married: Sept 2018
DS: December 2016
#2 EDD Feb 2020
eta: I will likely be due closer to the 22nd since I will have a c-section.
Job? I work part time in banking and stay at home with my son during the week.
Dating 4/2008
Married 6/2016
TTC #1 9/2019
BFP 12/13/2019!
EDD 8/27/2020 Baby Girl