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TWW Weekend 8.22-8.23
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Timing:
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Testing:
R/R:
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend?
CS/Q:
Re: TWW Weekend 8.22-8.23
Month/Cycle: 9/10
CD/DPO: 22/idk
Timing: meh
Typical LP length: 9-11 days
Testing: probably not
R/R: No rant or rave, just an update. My lab results posted this morning (had my CD21 labs yesterday) and I won’t be able to talk to the doctor until next week since it’s the weekend but if I interpreted them correctly, I didn’t ovulate well which I figured and honestly I’m glad because it means I can start meds next cycle. Going to stay in the TWW until AF likely shows up next week.
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend? Doing absolutely nothing and being waited on hand and foot lol Plus a 90 minute massage.
CS/Q:
Month/Cycle: an eternity
CD/DPO: 26/10
Timing: -3, -1, 0, +1
Typical LP length: 13 days
Testing: bold AF test line (aka stark white BFN) today. Might entertain myself with a test this evening since that's supposedly a more likely time to get a BFP at 10dpo. Thank god for cheapies!
R/R: so far this morning is a big thumbs down - who doesn't feel that way after a BFN though? But I finally got my registration form, etc filled out and in our mailbox for my car so I can at least put my plates on the car. DH and I had a lovely afternoon going out for lunch. Made a pit stop at the jeweler to have my rings rhodium plated and also just spent the rest of the afternoon relaxing. Feeling a bit of motivation today so hopefully I can get some good cleaning done around the house or get a few things organized!
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend? An ideal weekend for me involves waking up semi-early (like 7am), sitting around either watching some YouTube or doing some word puzzles having maybe 1 or 2 things I want to accomplish in the day. Some self-pampering if there's nowhere to be (like shaving my legs, they're kinda gross right now). Otherwise I'd love to lay outside on a nice summer day.
CS/Q: temped dropped a little this morning. Been feeling some slight pressure in the ute area, but I'm trying not to think too much about it with the BFN. I haven't been eating much lately so it could be from not having a full stomach.
TTC #1 since 7.2017
Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3 | all BFN
IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys
FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name"
RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET
FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer
2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle
Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks
TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20
Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21
Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation
Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal
Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations
BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22
DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023
Consultation with RI | 6.6.23
Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal
Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56
Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine
Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds
Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox
Repeat labs in 8 weeks
Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues
TTC put on pause
@gusgus14 agree with above..such a bummer but at least you can have a plan moving forward now.
@inthewoods23 FX for different test results tonight!
Month/Cycle: 2/2
CD/DPO: 18/1 (I think...)
Timing: -5 (x2), -4, -2, -1, O (If above is right)
Typical LP length: 11 (only 1 cycle recorded to know)
Testing: Not even thinking about it yet
R/R: It’s so Smokey outside from the fires. Guessing between quarantine and smoke, it’ll be a weekend relaxing inside. Also so glad it’s O time...so tired of DTD 😂
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend? Right now because of Covid...Anything!
CS/Q: Not sure if I’m supposed to be here in TWW yet. I posted my FF “chart” below. Had two full days of positive OPKs. Would you all normally agree with FF that O was yesterday or would O potentially be today? In which case...oh no! I’ll need to muster up energy to DTD on O day again. I know for reading a chart, BBT really helps (since mine isn’t really even a “chart”) so if I’m here in TCC still next cycle, maybe I’ll start temping.
@inthewoods23 I always feel miserable after a BFN, so I’m right there with you. I’m sorry it was negative.
Me: 26 DH: 27
TTC #1 | June '18-August '18 | DD | Born April 21, 2019 | Due May 10, 2019
TTC#2 | June '20-February '21 | DS | Due October 27, 2021
@inthewoods23 🙁at "an eternity"; I'm sorry for yet another BFN. It's still 10DPO though... also you made lots of steps forward this cycle anyway.
@sienna221 I wouldn't discourage another BD sesh today! If only just for fun! 😉
Month/Cycle: 7/7
CD/DPO: 32/12
Timing: doesn't matter
Typical LP length: however long I want it to be since I'm on progesterone
Testing: BFN this morning at 12DPO which means I stop taking progesterone and WFAF
R/R: I'm supper bummed that my body betrayed me. Was really hoping it was going to happen this month naturally before we start our first IUI cycle. Oh well. And because I was anticipating testing this AM, I had a night full of "positive test" dreams; it was lovely while it lasted. I also dreamt that my bff texted me saying she's KU'ed and expecting on April 24, 2021 (yes, the dream was that precise!) LOL.
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend? First of all, it would have to be a 3-day weekend. Then, no plans. A bit of housework. A bit of fitness (i.e. hiking with friends). A bit of pampering! (+1 on the 90-min massage; make it a Thai massage). Maybe a haircut? A fancy dinner with fancy wine (doesn't have to be at a restaurant.) But key is definitely 3-day weekend.
CS/Q: progesterone has been propping my temps up, so I won't bother sharing.
TTC#2
TTC #2 ... preparing as of March 2024
TTC #1
TTC #1 02/2020 - 07/2022
2009 | Dx PCOS; likely a misdiagnosis
07/14/20 | Dx Hashimoto's Thyroditis
07/21/20 | 1st RE appointment
07/2120 - 08/20/20 | so much testing; no signs of PCOS
08/20/20 | Dx Unexplained; AMA
09/08/20 | IUI #1 Clomid + Trigger + Prometrium | BFN
09/30/20 | Urology consult; more testing required
10/2020 | Clomid + OPK + TI + Prometrium | BFN
10/26/2020 | Starting 2nd IUI cycle, with Letrazole and with a new RE / different clinic
11/03/2020 | New Dx "poor egg quality"; IUI cancelled in favor of Trigger + TI + Prometrium | BFN
11/26/2020 | Combo IUI (Clomid + Menopur) + Trigger + Prometrium | BFN
12/20/2020 | Combo IUI (Clomid + Gonal-F) + Trigger | IUI Cancelled due to thin lining; TI only | BFN
01/14/2021 | Combo IUI (Letrazole + Menopur) + Trigger | BFN
02/06/2021 | Switched to a new RE (TEW) ; trying naturally until we complete additional testing
03/14/2021 | Hybrid Double IUI, with Zymot (Letrazole, Gonal-F) + Trigger + Endometrin | Ovulated 4 mature eggs but still a BFN ☹️
04/07/2021 | Natural cycle while we regroup | BFN
04/09/2021 | Employer announces fertility benefits starting 05/01/2021! | Search for a new doctor who accepts insurance
05/10/2021 | New RE consult & plan for IVF
05/13/2021 | Mid-luteal IVF cycle #1 interrupted; had to get cancer genetic screening done to make sure I didn't have the same SDHA gene mutation as MH.
06/10/2021 | Aygestin priming IVF cycle #1; opted to Cx after 9 days of stims since only 5-6/12 follicles responded
07/26/2021 | Attempt #2 at IVF cycle #1 (mid-luteal start): 8 retrieved, 8 MII, 6 fert (1 PN3), 3 Day 5 & 6 blasts: 3AA, 3AA, 6AB; 3 euploid
08/09/2021 | Rest cycle / unmedicated TTC | Shockingly, a BFP! EDD: 5/25/202 | CP at 4w4d
09/23/2021 | IVF cycle #2 (mid-luteal start): 14 retrieved, 13 MII, 11 fert, 5 Day 5 & 6 blasts: 2 x 3AA, 2 x 3AB, 3BB; 2 euploid
11/12/2021 | IVF cycle #3 (mid-luteal start): cancelled due to ovaries being on vacation
12/20/2021 | Rest cycle / unmedicated TTC + Pregmune Immunology Testing; BFN
01/22/2022 | Rest cycle / unmedicated TTC + understanding uncovered immunological issues; BFN
02/18/2022 | Mock transfer cycle! ERA, ReceptivaDx, EMMA/ALICE; start Prednisone to address NK activity
03/16/2022 | Final, "Hail Mary" super-ovulation + TI cycle before FET; BFP! EDD: 12/21/2022 | MMC 05/08/2022
05/20/2022 | D&C; recovering...
06/21/2022 | Trying naturally until October 2022
07/21/2022 | BFP! EDD 04/02/2023; 👦🏼 born on 4/5/2023
@acleverusername Sorry for the bfn, especially after those convincing dreams. FWIW, I’ve also been doing progesterone after O & at first I disregarded the high temps too. But now, after many months, I see that I still have clear patterns—it’s just that the progesterone bumps it up by about 1 degree. For example, one recent cycle I had flat temps even on progesterone (at just a little higher temp degree than normal). So I wouldn’t totally disregard your chart in progesterone. Although this one sounds like it was deceiving. Sorry.// Your weekend sounds perfect! (Except the housework lol!)
Month/Cycle: 27/idk
CD/DPO: 30/11
Timing: Not good enough
Typical LP length: 10-13
Testing: Another BFN today. Stopping the progesterone tonight
R/R: Was also hoping to be a super special unicorn and get KU naturally before our IVF starts with this next cycle. Ah well....
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend? Also need it to be 3 days! Sleep in the first day, brunch & mimosas, pampering like pedicures & a massage. Nice dinner that night. The next day: up a bit early for a morning walk or run in nature, then relaxing at a pool or beach, then something healthy & satisfying to eat. On the final day: more relaxation, a nice leisurely healthy lunch, plus some time to get organized for the upcoming week. In reality, I’m heading out to get groceries & run errands right now.😆 #reallife
CS/Q: Slight temp drop this morning. Hope that AF will show quickly after stopping supplements.
@gusgus14 I hope that the meds you’ll start are the quick fix you needed!
@inthewoods23 oh wow productive day! Also I love love love cheapies for testing at night.
@sienna221 I agree that O was probably yesterday, but my RE recommends having sex when you see a positive OPK and then for the next 2 days after so you may want to rally for one more just in case! (We don’t always though)
@acleverusername I love the twist of the 3 day weekend! That makes perfect sense! I’m sorry about the BFN but yay for IUI!
@keikilove ah, I’m sorry for the BFN. Excited for things to come for you though ❤️ Also I want to change my ideal dream weekend to your answer. Is that not what happens every weekend when you live in Hawaii??
Month/Cycle: 21/23
CD/DPO: 22/6
Timing: -3,-2,-1
Typical LP length: 12
Testing: 10 or 11 dpo
R/R: Happy Saturday! I spent some time in the office today getting some things done that I didn’t get to this week. Feeling much better about the week ahead! Now we are relaxing and getting takeout for dinner and will probably catch up on Big Brother. Tomorrow is supposed to be beautiful in the morning so I’m hoping we can get outside and do something to make up for not doing much today.
CS/Q:
GTKY: Ideal dream weekend would be a trip somewhere by a pool with drinks. But ideal normal weekend is a mix of some productivity (preferably not work related though), some relaxing, and some fun. The specific details don’t matter as long as we hit those three categories!
@bows22 I totally misread that as "I hope we can get outside and do makeup". Like, why does it need to be nice outside for you to do your makeup? 😆
TTC #1 since 7.2017
Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3 | all BFN
IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys
FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name"
RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET
FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer
2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle
Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks
TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20
Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21
Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation
Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal
Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations
BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22
DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023
Consultation with RI | 6.6.23
Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal
Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56
Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine
Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds
Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox
Repeat labs in 8 weeks
Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues
TTC put on pause
@bows22 happy to hear that you caught up on work and feeling good about the week ahead! I love that feeling of accomplishment. Here's to hoping that we'll all be able to travel soon so that your dream weekend can be realized (multiple times).
TTC#2
TTC #2 ... preparing as of March 2024
TTC #1
TTC #1 02/2020 - 07/2022
2009 | Dx PCOS; likely a misdiagnosis
07/14/20 | Dx Hashimoto's Thyroditis
07/21/20 | 1st RE appointment
07/2120 - 08/20/20 | so much testing; no signs of PCOS
08/20/20 | Dx Unexplained; AMA
09/08/20 | IUI #1 Clomid + Trigger + Prometrium | BFN
09/30/20 | Urology consult; more testing required
10/2020 | Clomid + OPK + TI + Prometrium | BFN
10/26/2020 | Starting 2nd IUI cycle, with Letrazole and with a new RE / different clinic
11/03/2020 | New Dx "poor egg quality"; IUI cancelled in favor of Trigger + TI + Prometrium | BFN
11/26/2020 | Combo IUI (Clomid + Menopur) + Trigger + Prometrium | BFN
12/20/2020 | Combo IUI (Clomid + Gonal-F) + Trigger | IUI Cancelled due to thin lining; TI only | BFN
01/14/2021 | Combo IUI (Letrazole + Menopur) + Trigger | BFN
02/06/2021 | Switched to a new RE (TEW) ; trying naturally until we complete additional testing
03/14/2021 | Hybrid Double IUI, with Zymot (Letrazole, Gonal-F) + Trigger + Endometrin | Ovulated 4 mature eggs but still a BFN ☹️
04/07/2021 | Natural cycle while we regroup | BFN
04/09/2021 | Employer announces fertility benefits starting 05/01/2021! | Search for a new doctor who accepts insurance
05/10/2021 | New RE consult & plan for IVF
05/13/2021 | Mid-luteal IVF cycle #1 interrupted; had to get cancer genetic screening done to make sure I didn't have the same SDHA gene mutation as MH.
06/10/2021 | Aygestin priming IVF cycle #1; opted to Cx after 9 days of stims since only 5-6/12 follicles responded
07/26/2021 | Attempt #2 at IVF cycle #1 (mid-luteal start): 8 retrieved, 8 MII, 6 fert (1 PN3), 3 Day 5 & 6 blasts: 3AA, 3AA, 6AB; 3 euploid
08/09/2021 | Rest cycle / unmedicated TTC | Shockingly, a BFP! EDD: 5/25/202 | CP at 4w4d
09/23/2021 | IVF cycle #2 (mid-luteal start): 14 retrieved, 13 MII, 11 fert, 5 Day 5 & 6 blasts: 2 x 3AA, 2 x 3AB, 3BB; 2 euploid
11/12/2021 | IVF cycle #3 (mid-luteal start): cancelled due to ovaries being on vacation
12/20/2021 | Rest cycle / unmedicated TTC + Pregmune Immunology Testing; BFN
01/22/2022 | Rest cycle / unmedicated TTC + understanding uncovered immunological issues; BFN
02/18/2022 | Mock transfer cycle! ERA, ReceptivaDx, EMMA/ALICE; start Prednisone to address NK activity
03/16/2022 | Final, "Hail Mary" super-ovulation + TI cycle before FET; BFP! EDD: 12/21/2022 | MMC 05/08/2022
05/20/2022 | D&C; recovering...
06/21/2022 | Trying naturally until October 2022
07/21/2022 | BFP! EDD 04/02/2023; 👦🏼 born on 4/5/2023
@inthewoods23 sorry about the BFN. Glad you took care of your car stuff and hope you can get some cleaning done around the house tomorrow.
@sienna221 sorry you are trapped inside for the weekend. Stay safe!
@acleverusername sorry about the BFN. I'm sorry all of your lovely dreams did not come to fruition, that is so hard.
@keikilove sorry about the BFN. Hopefully the IVF is your answer!
@bows22 I hope you are able to get outside and enjoy the beautiful morning tomorrow.
Month/Cycle: 4/3
CD/DPO: 33/11
Timing: -3
Typical LP length: 12ish
Testing: BFN yesterday.
No other plans unless AF doesn't show up in the next week.
R/R: DH's grandfather is hanging in there. We got to talk to him on the phone yesterday from his hospital room, so at least we have been about to say we love you. Glad to be away this weekend at the lake! Been relaxing and great to see my mom and dad.
GTKY: What’s your ideal dream weekend? DH and I at the lake on a crisp fall weekend. Definitely a 3-day weekend! We have the place to ourselves. We get to go out to some of our favorite restaurants for dinners and drinks. Hikes to enjoy the fall foliage and lots of time enjoying the scenery and also enjoying a warm fire and drinks together in the evenings.
CS/Q: edit to add chart.
**TW Living Child**
BFP 2/2014 - DS - 10/2014