Any SMEPers!!!! 43 Testers! 22 BFP!!!!

[jrowenj]

I like liam. Also, my friend just had a boy and named him grayson which I like too

 

[Hayaddie]

Welcome newbies!!!

Jessica are we married to the same guy?!? Lol!!

I LOVE Grayson! And obviously Sawyer is a great name too! Bahahaha!
Here was my boy list... Sawyer, Grayson, Tuck, Tate, Emerson, Grayden, Nolen, and Brant

Tell him you are the one who fills out the Birth Certificate so he better get it together! Lol!

 

[krystinab]

Good morning ladies! I know all of the US ladies are excited about a three day weekend!!! Does anyone have any Labor Day plans?

Jamie, I love the name Liam...def a winner

Hayddie- 30 weeks?!?!?! Thats crazy I know you are so excited about your bundle of joy coming home soon!!

Lisa, I hope you have the best folicles possible and your lining is nice and thick and ready for some spermies

Jess- you may have to see the baby first before you decide on a name. Whats your hubbys name? How do yall feel about Jrs?

AFM, my temps are all over the place and I feel like shit...Still getting - OPKs but I didnt expect to get a postive until tomorrow or Saturday. Plan on going into baby making mode this weekend...

 

[jrowenj]

Krystina - sounds like your labor plans consist of lots of bedroom time and making babies!

My husband and I have off from today til tuesday!!! No fun though... his dad came up from NC to help with renovations alllll weekend!! I think maybe we will take off Sunday or Monday and go to the beach or something : ) We ordered all of our appliances the other day and we are ordering our cabinets tonight!!! Soooo excited... and nervous at the same time... this shit is costing me an arm and a leg!

 

[amytrisha]

Jessica - Love the name Liam and I also like Forrest! Men are so picky with names at least your OH actually chose a few names that were different, mine is so stuck back in the 80s or something and his mother is 10x worse!
I agree with Krystina as soon as you see him you'll have a name!!

Krystina - I like Jrs, my OH hates his name though & I wouldn't name it our child either (Brian) but I did love the name Brison (Bri's son) for ages but OH hates it

Jaime - I hate spending money! Will all be worth it in the end

 

[krystinab]

Jessica - Love the name Liam and I also like Forrest! Men are so picky with names at least your OH actually chose a few names that were different, mine is so stuck back in the 80s or something and his mother is 10x worse!
I agree with Krystina as soon as you see him you'll have a name!!

Krystina - I like Jrs, my OH hates his name though & I wouldn't name it our child either (Brian) but I did love the name Brison (Bri's son) for ages but OH hates it

Jaime - I hate spending money! Will all be worth it in the end

I like Brison...very cute you never know it may grow on him. I really like the name Kasim (controller of anger) for a boy since I have a lil temper myself

 

[Sunny skies]

Welcome to all the newbies I may have missed.

Lisa, I'm so excited for your appointment. Hope those follies and lining are in tip top shape.

Krystina, us Canadian Ladies have a three day weekend for labour day too. I'm actually off this whole week but my husband has his own business so he may have to work. Hoping to plan a beach day and have always wanted to go to a drive in movie theatre. How about you, besides all the Beding ?

Jessica, I love the name Grayson, its very unique.

Jamie, sorry you'll be busy with Renovations but it will be worth it. I love shopping for the house. What colour cabinets are you going with?

 

[amytrisha]

Thank you haha I wish it'd grow on him, I've been trying to drill it into his head for so long but he's wayyy too stubborn!
Hahaha I love that, that's a brill choice of name with a great meaning !
We've only just come to joint agreement on our 2nd lot of baby names (didn't want to use the ones we chose for our angel) and we've agreed on Skyla for a girl and Conor for a boy.. Hope they stick cos I like them lol!

 

[jrowenj]

We are gonna do an off white cabinet and the island will be dark chocolate color and I wanna paint the walla a blueish gray!!

We have a dark hardwood floors. Gonna do a light granite counter top : )

 

[krystinab]

uhhhh.....I need a nap!

 

[Kdk24]

I love Grayson, Saywer and Liam! Liam was our number one but two of my closet friends named their boys Liam in the last six months... Bollicks!

 

[Sunny skies]

We are gonna do an off white cabinet and the island will be dark chocolate color and I wanna paint the walla a blueish gray!!

We have a dark hardwood floors. Gonna do a light granite counter top : )

That sounds beautiful.
I have dark brown expresso cabinets and light granite it's called Bianco Romano and my walls are a grey brown by Benjamin Moore called silver fox. I love the mix of dark and light cabinets. Kitchen renovations are worth every penny as it's one of the most used rooms in the house and brings a lot of re sale value. I'd love to see a pic when your done.

 

[Hayaddie]

We are gonna do an off white cabinet and the island will be dark chocolate color and I wanna paint the walla a blueish gray!!

We have a dark hardwood floors. Gonna do a light granite counter top : )

I'm officially jealous!! That sounds gorgeous!

 

[mammaspath]

i cant wait to see pics jaime!

 

[jrowenj]

Just got home from ordering the cabinets!!! I will def post pics when it's all done! The cabinets and new appliances should be here in 4 weeks!!! Now if only Kev would put the walls back up in the "nursery" so I can paint and decorate!

 

[BamBamsMaMa]

Hi girls. I am checking in from Mystic, CT. We just finished spending 4 days in Boston and tomorrow we are heading back home. My trip has been an emotional roller coaster. I had to put my dog to sleep yesterday. I am so sad and my heart is broken in a million pieces.

My baby girl, Bam Bam, was almost 10 years old. She was full of life and one of the best dogs anyone can have. She started gaining lots of weight back in April and we thought it was just her metabolism slowing down due to her age. Then about 3 weeks ago, she lost some of her eye sight. Last week, she started refusing to eat and that is rare because she usually begs for food. We brought her to the vet on Saturday and after intensive blood work and X-rays, the vet diagnosed her with diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Our choice was to either treat her and hope for the best, or to put her down because the illness would not resolve on it's own and would only get worst. I wasn't ready to put her down especially since she was still active and alert. She was not in pain or suffering. I decided on treatments even though I knew it was going to be costly. I would do anything to save her. As my friend said, "Fuck it, it's just money. Where are you going to find another faithful and loyal friend like that?". Bam Bam was hospitalized the same night and before I left, I kissed her forehead and told her to get better for me... that i will bring her home soon. That was the last time I saw her.

The vet started fluid therapy to treat the kidneys and also to rehydrate her. They also gave her insulin for the diabetes. The next day, I went to Boston and was in constant contact with the vet and my family to make sure Bam Bam was ok. Bam Bam was my dad's life so i knew she was in good hands. My dad went to see her every night she was in the hospital. She wasn't making any progress on her first day but it was still too soon to tell. The vet told me Bam Bam got fiesty when they put in the IV. That's my girl, shes got lots of fight in her. On Monday, the vet called to say the diabetes was under control but her kidneys were not responding. We should see how the test results look the next day and re-evaluate. Tuesday, the vet said the diabetes is no longer a concern as long as we are committed to giving her insulin at home twice a day. Even the kidney test results are looking better, though, we are not out of the woods yet. I was thrilled and hoped to take Bam Bam home in a few days. I have been so stressed and cried my eyes out everyday. I thought everything would be ok.

Then that night, the vet called to say Bam Bam started feeling a little discomfort. The vet gave her some pain meds. On Weds, the vet called to give us the bad news that even though all test results came back with improvements, Bam Bam is in pain and they think she is also suffering from pancreatitis. They told me they don't have the resources to continue to treat Bam Bam, and if we decide to continue treatment, we would need to transfer her to a 24 hour critical care hosiptal. Even then, she might not ever recover and will continue to suffer in pain. The vet suggested that we do what's best and put her down before she suffers any more. My heart sank. I don't want to lose her. But I know the most humane thing to do is to let her go peacefully while she's still not suffering much. I asked if we can take her home for a night to spend some time with her and then bring her back the next morning. The vet said she would not make it past 12 hours without medical intervention (IV, pain meds fluids, etc.). They are what's sustaining her life and if we were to bring her home, she would most likely pass away at home while enduring pain.

I was torn whether I wanted to be present while they finally put her to sleep. I decided not to go back home to see it happen. I know I would break down and wouldn't be able to control my emotions. I told my parents to tell Bam Bam I love her very much and I did everything I could to try and save her. That I would miss her forever and not to be mad at me for not being there. I feel guilty I wasn't there to hold my baby during her final breath. My parents were in the room with her when it happened and I know she knew she was loved.

My whole family is devastated. My heart hurts so much. I know I did the right thing by Bam Bam to prevent her from further suffering. But I question my decision every moment I am awake. I miss her so much. I am dying on the inside. I will be home tomorrow night and I know it's going to kill me to see her empty bed... not having her to welcome me when I get home. I lost my best friend and I can't get her out of my head. When is this going to get easier? I hope my baby rests in peace. Till I see you again... My heart will continue to break everyday.

 

[shellideaks]

Oh May, I was in tears reading that. I'm so sorry you had to have BamBam put to sleep. I can't even imagine how hard it must be to lose someone who has been in your life for 10 years. I hope the pain starts to ease for you soon and at least you have the knowledge of knowing that you did what's best for her and she's no longer in pain

 

[BeverleyLN]

Hi Girls...

May i am so so so so sorry to hear about bambam and i'm heartbroken for you.... You did the right thing letting her pass pain free... Big hugs!

Welcome Newbies! i think i've added you all to the first page if not let me know and i'll update again later....

So who is up to test next!!

AFM..... so had a growth scan yesterday due to my low fundul height and baby was checked she is perfect and growing fantasticly she's a smidge above the average for 35 weeks estimated at 5 pounds 7 ounces but my amniotic fluid is low it's below the chart recommended low at 5cm and she's frank breech.... i was booked to see the consultant immediately my urine and blood pressure where fine but the amniotic fluid is a concern i have to go back twice weekly for mini scans and full check over and this is all at my preferred hospital 100 miles away!! the consultant had said that with her being breech they would normally try a EVC but after doing a spot of research and with my low fluid i have decided definitely not to go for that so it looks like this little lady may be coming sooner rather than later and by C-Section..... The reality of it all is we are not going to find another house in 2 or 3 weeks so i'm going to have to book in here and have her here, i am miffed but at the end of the day her safety comes first.

Looks like Princess SMEP could be here within 3 weeks!!!

 

[snowflakes120]

May - My eyes are dripping with tears. I am so very sorry huns. I know she will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. I understand completely. My dog Demi, is my baby, my world. She has been with me through everything. I love her so much. I wish I could give you the most tightest hugs. Again, I am so very sorry. Rest softly Bam Bam. Til you meet again.

AFM, CD9 ultrasound went good. Also had estrogen bloods again. They found 3 follicles >10mm on my left and 1 >10mm on my right. My lining was 5mm - which seems decent from what Dr. Google says. Still too early to trigger. I will need to go back again Mon or Tues for another ultrasound to see where I stand. They are going to call me today and let me know when to come in.

 

[jrowenj]

ohhhh may.... as the other girls, i am sitting her hysterically crying for you. What horrible timing for this to all happen too as you were away on vacation. I completely understand how upset you are as my Lola is my little baby and losing your pet is just one of the hardest things to go through. I hope that you heal quickly from the sadness. Don't question whether or not you did the right thing. Poor little Bam Bam was in pain and you did what you needed to do. Just try and focus on all the wonderful times you had with her. Ughh.. my heart is so sad!!!! We are all sending you a million hugs from all over the world. xoxoxoxoxoxox

Bev - Im sorry you are having such a stressful time. Just try and relax... i can't believe your princess will be here so soon!!!!

Lisa - can you imagine if all 3 follies got fertilized? OH EM GEE! Glad everything is looking A-OK