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Re: TWW Friday 4/10
Typical LP length: 12
Testing: BFN today, I have 1 more test that I’ll use tomorrow but no expectations
R/R: Sigh. This sucks. I miss my family, I miss MH’s family. It’s Easter weekend and we can’t go to church. I think I was holding onto the hope of a BFP without realizing it for some happiness so I’m more upset than I thought I would be. I’ll be okay just might need to wallow a bit today.
CS/Q:
Month/Cycle: 4/4
CD/DPO: 22/7
Timing: -5, -4, -2, O, +1
Typical LP length: 9-10
Testing: Tuesday
R/R: Really glad it's Friday even though we obviously have no big weekend plans. We had a virtual Passover Seder with DH's mom, brother and SIL and nieces, aunt, and cousins last night and that was really nice. I have kind of given up on not drinking during the TWW during quarantine and DH doesn't really drink so it was fun to have "virtual" drinking buddies lol. And both my MIL and DH's aunt live alone and haven't been able to see their kids or grandkids so I'm sure it was really nice for them too. Going to finish Schitt's Creek this weekend but I have mixed feelings about it because I hate finishing shows I love!
CS/Q:
Me: 37, MH: 38; Married August 2017
TTC #1 October 2017: BFP on 12/1/2017, DD born 7/24/2018 @ 37+1 after induction due to preeclampsia
TTC #2 January 2020: AMA, dx with DOR in May 2020
IVF July 2020: 16 eggs retrieved, 14 mature, 12 fertilized, 3 blasts, 2 PGT-A normal
FET 10/7/20: BFP on 10/12/20!!! (EDD 6/25/21); First beta 10/16/20 (9dpt): 148; Second beta 10/19/20 (12dpt): 621; Third beta 10/26/20 (19dpt): 4732; Fourth (and final!) beta 11/2/20 (26 dpt): 22,000+
Me: 37, MH: 38; Married August 2017
TTC #1 October 2017: BFP on 12/1/2017, DD born 7/24/2018 @ 37+1 after induction due to preeclampsia
TTC #2 January 2020: AMA, dx with DOR in May 2020
IVF July 2020: 16 eggs retrieved, 14 mature, 12 fertilized, 3 blasts, 2 PGT-A normal
FET 10/7/20: BFP on 10/12/20!!! (EDD 6/25/21); First beta 10/16/20 (9dpt): 148; Second beta 10/19/20 (12dpt): 621; Third beta 10/26/20 (19dpt): 4732; Fourth (and final!) beta 11/2/20 (26 dpt): 22,000+
@legallykate That’s so nice about your Passover Seder feast, I’m glad you all were able to celebrate “together”. Your chart is still looking so good, FX for Tuesday!
Month/Cycle: 23/IDK, too damn many
CD/DPO: 33/12
Timing: Clearly, not good enough
Typical LP length: 10-13
Testing: I did another self-torture test just to rub in the sting & make absolutely sure I can fall off the wagon. Yep, I will be drowning my sorrows in a huge jug of wine tonight! Gonna hang out here till AF shows, then move to WTO.
R/R: Rant: See above. Rave: I’m going to stream church online on Easter & make some nice festive food. We will stay at home, then maybe find a nice empty isolated area to take a walk. I will focus on being grateful for this life and being healthy & alive.
CS/Q:
Me: 37, MH: 38; Married August 2017
TTC #1 October 2017: BFP on 12/1/2017, DD born 7/24/2018 @ 37+1 after induction due to preeclampsia
TTC #2 January 2020: AMA, dx with DOR in May 2020
IVF July 2020: 16 eggs retrieved, 14 mature, 12 fertilized, 3 blasts, 2 PGT-A normal
FET 10/7/20: BFP on 10/12/20!!! (EDD 6/25/21); First beta 10/16/20 (9dpt): 148; Second beta 10/19/20 (12dpt): 621; Third beta 10/26/20 (19dpt): 4732; Fourth (and final!) beta 11/2/20 (26 dpt): 22,000+
@keikilove I'm sorry friend
BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12
DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018
Me: 36 | DH: 39
Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years
BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving
July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF
August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled
9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks
10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN
11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst
3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP
11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
Month/Cycle: 9/9
CD/DPO: who knows?
Timing: apparently not good enough
Typical LP length: 11-12
Testing: nope, AF is coming
R/R:. I woke up this morning and this is the first day in a long time that I feel normal. DH asked what that meant... The world doesn't feel like it is ending and I am not completely overwhelmed by everything going on inside and outside of my house. Got dressed and did my face routine (don't wear makeup, but some moisturizer and such). We will see how long this lasts, but for today I will take it.
@bows22 oh Lady! I am so sorry! I was thinking about you this morning and hoping for good news. I was tempted to test and then chickened out. And then started spotting, so probably out. Be gentle with yourself today and this weekend. This isn't the Easter any of us were hoping for. (I did read an interesting post or article saying this seems very similar to the first Easter with everyone hiding at home afraid. I am trying to channel that similarity, but who knows what will come of it).
@legallykate. Happy Passover (is it appropriate to say that? My brief internet search said it was okay, but I will lean on your expertise.). I am glad you got to celebrate "with" family. Enjoy your weekend plans!
@stillcozy. Boo for AF!!
@keikilove. I love your gratitude and plans for the weekend. I will join you in the jug of wine tomorrow (since today is a fast day over here). Sorry for the BFN.
@stillcozy So sorry for AF coming early.
@bows22 Sorry to hear about the BFN. I am sorry things really suck right now. Hang in there and good luck tomorrow!
@legallykate Your virtual seder sounds like it was really nice! My husband did ours this year so I didn't have to cook! Score 😂
@dobiemom11 Sorry about the spotting and I know the feeling of anxiousness you described. I am glad today seems to be better. Hang in there!
@kpearse99 Hi friend! Good to see you and I hope you are staying sane during this pandemic. It is craziness.
@keikilove So sorry to hear
Sending you hopeful thoughts for next cycle.
Month/Cycle: 14/9
CD/DPO: CD 29
Timing: -1, 0
Typical LP length: 11-12
Testing: Not yet. I was going to wait for AF, but maybe buying some tests today.
R/R: My app said I should have had a period on Wednesday and no spotting so far... Part of me is getting excited. I will probably test tomorrow.
I have had a functional cyst since August. My RE ignored it/forgot about it then the pandemic happened. They said it was bigger last month and it has gotten more sore in the past few days.
Q: Anyone have experience with functional cysts? Maybe that is why my period is late. Stay sane everyone! Spending 4 weeks inside is craziness. Hang in there!
TTC #2: Jan 2019
DS: 2.5 yo
EDD: 12/2/16 DOB: 10/22/16
(Previously MBS2016 Dec 2016 board
CD/DPO: 20 something...
Timing: Meh...basically every 3 days.
Typical LP length: 15-16
Testing: Probably around 4/16 to stop Progesterone.
R/R: Happy Friday Ladies!! I was MIA for a couple days, just really needed a break after some triggers! I’m off today and it’s been so nice just having a lazy morning...and catching up on here! Hope you all have a great weekend ahead!
CS/Q: None, stopped tracking early.
@bows22 I’m so sorry for the BFN’s!! I‘ve been so hopeful for you for this cycle!! Sending you all the love and hugs!! 💜
@stillcozy so sorry AF made her arrival early!! Sending you all the hugs! 💜
@legallykate I’m glad you had a good virtual “visit” with family! Hope you have a great weekend!!
@keikilove ugh, so sorry for BFN’s for you too! Sending you all the love and hugs! 💜 Your weekend plans sound wonderful, and good for you on focusing on being grateful!!
@dobiemom11 I’m sorry you feel like AF is coming, but I’m going to remain hopeful for you! So glad you feel like yourself today, that is wonderful!! I hope you have a great Birthday tomorrow!!
@bobbyflies2020 hi friend...long time no see!! Hope you have been doing well! No insight on the cyst, but fingers crossed this is your cycle!!
CD/DPO: 24/6
Timing: -5(x2), -4, -2, -1, 0
Typical LP Length: 9-10 days
Testing: No WFAF
R/R: Enjoying the day off today at home. Relaxing on the couch. It’s another beautiful day here today. Loving all this sunshine lately. Makes me happy. I’m still trying to stay positive and hopeful for this cycle. I have no idea why but my cat has been sitting on my lap all the time like crazy lately and he never does. 🤔 He always wants to cuddle with DH.
CS/Q: none
@bluetickgal man, I wish I had your LP length. I want mine to be a bit longer. Seems not enough. Happy Friday! Sorry you had those triggers. Hopefully you feel more relaxed now.
@stillcozy aww girl.. I’m sorry AF came early boo erns! 😔 Sending you a virtual hug today.
@dobiemom11 I’m glad your feeling normal today. That’s great to hear. You never know.. AF might not come. Stay positive and hopeful.
@stillcozy That sucks that AF came early. Sending comforting vibes your way.
@legallykate Your virtual party sounds so nice! I'm glad you had some virtual drinking buddies to drink with you. Sometimes it's not as fun to drink alone.
@keikilove So sorry for the BFN. I like your rave though. Way to have a positive attitude and try to look at the good things in life right now.
@dobiemom11 I'm so glad you're having a good day despite everything going on! Sometimes getting up and having a good routine can help.
@bobbyflies2020 I don't have any experience but I'm sorry for what you're dealing with. That sucks that your RE basically forgot about it.
@bluetickgal I'm glad you're back and I'm glad that you're taking care of your mental health! Sometimes a few days off of here is needed.
@mindyb2019 Yay for such a gorgeous day! Sunshine can definitely make you feel better. Are you able to get out for a walk to enjoy it?
Month/Cycle: 3/3 after 3 years during round 1
CD/DPO: 32/6
Timing: -2, -1, 0
Typical LP length: unsure
Testing: nope nope nope
R/R: I was up so much last night and had some horrible dreams. It was definitely my anxiety coming out and I don't like it. I still feel uneasy from the dreams this morning. Going to take today slow and make sure to take it easy. And then an early bedtime tonight!
CS/Q: nope
Married 07.21.07
DS#1 01.23.09
DS#2 08.01.11
TTC#3 08.31.15
Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy/HSG 05.16.17
Hysteroscopy 10.04.17 10.05.17
Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy/HSG 01.10.19
Left tube removed
dx: Endometriosis, Adenomyosis
BC: February-October 2019
TTA: November-December 2019
NTNP: January 2020!
Married 07.21.07
DS#1 01.23.09
DS#2 08.01.11
TTC#3 08.31.15
Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy/HSG 05.16.17
Hysteroscopy 10.04.17 10.05.17
Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy/HSG 01.10.19
Left tube removed
dx: Endometriosis, Adenomyosis
BC: February-October 2019
TTA: November-December 2019
NTNP: January 2020!
@bluetickgal. We missed you but understand about taking some time off. I did as well earlier in the week. Any fun bday plans for you? Obviously gonna be quiet over here, but we will see what happens.
@linzrunz hopefully you can rest up this weekend! Wishing you fun dreams only!
@legallykate thank you! I’m sure we will do a zoom date with both families. And we have small Easter baskets for our nieces and nephews so we will go and drop those off and wave through the window or something. DH knows I’m sad and feels terrible so I’m sure he will come up with something to try to make me happy. Your Passover Seder sounds so nice! I really need to get some zoom drinking buddies. Your chart looks awesome!
@keikilove a self-torture test is the perfect way to describe it! That’s what mine will be tomorrow. Enjoy as much wine as you want!!
@kpearse99 ❤️❤️
@bobbyflies2020 good luck testing!
@bluetickgal you’ll just have to go to December without me!! I hope the little break helped and you are feeling better
@mindyb2019 enjoy the sunshine and the kitty cuddles!
@linzrunz you be kind to yourself too! I hope you have a better sleep tonight
TTC #2: Jan 2019
DS: 2.5 yo
EDD: 12/2/16 DOB: 10/22/16
(Previously MBS2016 Dec 2016 board