Almost 44 final ttc journey -- buddies needed : )

[CaliDreaming]

I am just getting to know everyone but Sophie I didn't realize you had children already, what are everyone's ages and how many, if any kids do you have.

I just turned 40 and I have a one year old she is the light of my life!

Jenny I am 41 and will be 42 in September. I have two children--a 5 year old and a 2 year old. We hope to start TTC our third and final child in November.

It took extended periods of time to conceive both--8 months of trying for my first and 2 years for my second. We went to the RE and everything looked great on my end other than age so we found out hubby's sperm count was on the low end and I think that is why it took so long. We got pregnant one month after hubby started taking vitamins--after two years of endless clomid, injectibles, a lap, hsg, bloodwork on me..

How many children are you trying to have? I will be happy with my two children and feel very lucky to have them even if we aren't successful this time around, but would feel complete with 3.

 

[Sophie2015]

Whew! Beta went from 463 to 1079 in 48 hours. Such a relief. Now to wait the 2 weeks to my ultrasound.

 

[AngelUK]

Brilliant news! Continuing to FX for you

 

[Sophie2015]

Thank you so much AngelUK. I couldn't wait this out as easily without all you ladies waiting with me. So thankful you are here!!

 

[AngelUK]

I know, it does so help to have support and ppl who are interested

 

[CaliDreaming]

Awesome news Sophie!!! I sure hope you have something to keep you occupied for the next two weeks. The waiting is torture!

 

[Sophie2015]

Awesome news Sophie!!! I sure hope you have something to keep you occupied for the next two weeks. The waiting is torture!

I wish I did too! Lol

 

[TTC74]

Great news, Sophie! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a sticky bean for you!

 

[Jenny Bean]

I am just getting to know everyone but Sophie I didn't realize you had children already, what are everyone's ages and how many, if any kids do you have.

I just turned 40 and I have a one year old she is the light of my life!

Jenny I am 41 and will be 42 in September. I have two children--a 5 year old and a 2 year old. We hope to start TTC our third and final child in November.

It took extended periods of time to conceive both--8 months of trying for my first and 2 years for my second. We went to the RE and everything looked great on my end other than age so we found out hubby's sperm count was on the low end and I think that is why it took so long. We got pregnant one month after hubby started taking vitamins--after two years of endless clomid, injectibles, a lap, hsg, bloodwork on me..

How many children are you trying to have? I will be happy with my two children and feel very lucky to have them even if we aren't successful this time around, but would feel complete with 3.

I feel super blessed to have this one, but I would love to have one more!

Just curious if anyone is in a similar situation as me! I feel definitely late in the game so I don't want it to take too long!! I fear it will! Due to my blighted ovum a few months ago!

 

[CaliDreaming]

Jenny, you look like a very young 40! I bet you fit right in with all the other young moms.

I have not really felt that self conscious about my age until now. Looking at Facebook a lot of my high school classmates have children that are graduating from high school, and I'm still finishing up! Often I'll see 20 somethings and they just look so so young.

Sometimes I do wonder if I should just be content with my 2. My youngest is 2 and he really wears me out sometimes. I feel really tired sometimes and I'm not sure if it's my age or just the effects of being a full time working mom of 2 young kids who doesn't get a lot of chances to catch up on sleep. But then there is something in me that just feels like I *need* that third kid and I put all caution aside. I'll be happy when I can say that I am done and three would definitely be as much as I could handle..

 

[CaliDreaming]

So I've been taking 50mg DHEA for about a week and now I'm feeling really strong O pains about 1-2 days before O. I'm taking this as a good sign that DHEA is working its magic because I haven't felt O pain this strong since I took Clomid/injectibles 2 years ago and when I was much younger.

I haven't experienced any other side effects. So do you all think 50 mg is a good dose for me or should I increase to 75mg?

 

[Sophie2015]

So I've been taking 50mg DHEA for about a week and now I'm feeling really strong O pains about 1-2 days before O. I'm taking this as a good sign that DHEA is working its magic because I haven't felt O pain this strong since I took Clomid/injectibles 2 years ago and when I was much younger.


I haven't experienced any other side effects. So do you all think 50 mg is a good dose for me or should I increase to 75mg?

Stick with 50mg for now. It sounds like it's working and there's less chance of side effects with the 50mg. That's what I always took. And it was plenty.

 

[CaliDreaming]

So I've been taking 50mg DHEA for about a week and now I'm feeling really strong O pains about 1-2 days before O. I'm taking this as a good sign that DHEA is working its magic because I haven't felt O pain this strong since I took Clomid/injectibles 2 years ago and when I was much younger.


I haven't experienced any other side effects. So do you all think 50 mg is a good dose for me or should I increase to 75mg?

Stick with 50mg for now. It sounds like it's working and there's less chance of side effects with the 50mg. That's what I always took. And it was plenty.

Thanks! That makes me feel much better about the dosing. There's so much conflicting info out there.

 

[Sophie2015]

So I've been taking 50mg DHEA for about a week and now I'm feeling really strong O pains about 1-2 days before O. I'm taking this as a good sign that DHEA is working its magic because I haven't felt O pain this strong since I took Clomid/injectibles 2 years ago and when I was much younger.


I haven't experienced any other side effects. So do you all think 50 mg is a good dose for me or should I increase to 75mg?

Stick with 50mg for now. It sounds like it's working and there's less chance of side effects with the 50mg. That's what I always took. And it was plenty.

Thanks! That makes me feel much better about the dosing. There's so much conflicting info out there.

I suspect what you are feeling in your ovaries are multiple follicles. At my first RE appt over a year ago I had 29. 15 on the R and 14 on the L. He was stunned. I was 42 at the time. Ultrasound showed only one was mature and had taken over as the lead follicle but this was a completely natural cycle after 5 months of 50mg DHEA. Good luck!!
Just if you conceive stop taking it ASAP.

 

[CaliDreaming]

So I've been taking 50mg DHEA for about a week and now I'm feeling really strong O pains about 1-2 days before O. I'm taking this as a good sign that DHEA is working its magic because I haven't felt O pain this strong since I took Clomid/injectibles 2 years ago and when I was much younger.


I haven't experienced any other side effects. So do you all think 50 mg is a good dose for me or should I increase to 75mg?

Stick with 50mg for now. It sounds like it's working and there's less chance of side effects with the 50mg. That's what I always took. And it was plenty.

Thanks! That makes me feel much better about the dosing. There's so much conflicting info out there.

I suspect what you are feeling in your ovaries are multiple follicles. At my first RE appt over a year ago I had 29. 15 on the R and 14 on the L. He was stunned. I was 42 at the time. Ultrasound showed only one was mature and had taken over as the lead follicle but this was a completely natural cycle after 5 months of 50mg DHEA. Good luck!!
Just if you conceive stop taking it ASAP.

29 follicles??? OMG that is amazing! When I was 38 years old I only had about 18 and they thought that was really good. It really is comforting to be able to feel the eggs. I have about 4 months before we start trying so it looks like we'll be as prepared as can be.

 

[TTC74]

Yes. That DHEA is good stuff! Good luck, Cali!

 

[Jenny Bean]

I look forward to continuing this journey with everyone!

 

[mitchnorm]

Congratulations Sophie!!!! X x x so pleased for you, great beta results...everything crossed for you xx

Hi Jenny...I was 43 in May and have left it pretty late. I have one daughter who is now 4 years old and about to start school. I have had 3 mc's and 1 chemical in the last 12 months (after falling pregnant 2nd month with my daughter) so I'm feeling a little sad. If I am only meant to have one then so be it I guess

I think I need to try this DHEAS. Difficult to find places to buy in UK....found one link it's £50 but if it works it's worth it eh

 

[AngelUK]

The price for it on the link I shared is just under £40 and that is for enough for 3 months if you take 2 tablets of 25ml a day.

 

[mitchnorm]

The price for it on the link I shared is just under £40 and that is for enough for 3 months if you take 2 tablets of 25ml a day.

Thanks angel....it's £13 p&p however so takes it over £50. Have ordered anyway...worth a try x