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

[Bride2b]

Well I am out again ladies, now for a few months. It turned out to be a heterotopic pregnancy. They found it Friday night at the ER. I ended up having my right tube removed that as a surprise to us all held a twin babe. Is there anyone in here I could pm about what they experienced after their salpingectomy? Ttc will be on hold for 3 months now.

Oh I am so sorry about this, I have never heard to a twin ectopic.

I had a salpingectomy (removal of tube) in July, so if you have any questions feel free to ask. Mine was a shock too as I had gotten to 9 weeks with no problems and just had a scan for reassurance (luckily) as it was about to burst. My baby had a heartbeat which makes it even worse knowing it was thriving Anyway I started to bleed a few days after surgery and then I didnt get AF for 8-9 weeks after this bleed.

Sunny good luck for today - if you havent had it already. My doctor says they might send me for a lap & dye test, we are going through the motions and testing everything. I had swabs done on Friday and a physical exam. My tube feels fine & no signs of cysts. He was pleased I dont have any tenderness where my tube was removed. getting my bloods done on Weds, and waiting for an ultrasound scan in the post.

Good luck May - you chart looks good. Its so hard hearing news of friends getting pregnant when they started ttc after you. I have friends like this and their kids have already had their first birthdays when they didnt start ttc until after me.

 

[Renaendel]

Bride2b- thanks for answering. How long was it until walking And lifting things was comfortable?

 

[Sunny skies]

Well I had the HSG, it was very uncomfortable when they inserted the catheter and I felt a lot of pressure but didn't last very long. Unfortunately the news isn't as good as I hoped. The dye did go through my right tube but slowly and not as much dye as usually comes out. Not sure what exactly that means but I'll need to book an appointment with the Dr next week to get further details. I'm so frustrated, only one tube and now there may be more issues with my remaining tube ...ugh. I also had another ultrasound and looks like I'll be ovulating rom my tubeless side, so looks like everything is stacked against me this cycle. I go back Thursday which should be around O. Thank goodness I have my cruise coming up as I need to get away from all the bad news.

Rena, I'm so sorry about your loss I know how scary an experience like that can be and its both physically and emotionally draining. I had both a laporoscopy snd salpingectomy (left tube removed) due to rupture and internal bleeding. It took about 6 weeks for me to start bending and lifting and feel more myself. I was told to wait 3 months or 2 full cycles to start TTC. I got my first AF 6 weeks after my surgery.

 

[BamBamsMaMa]

Renaendel - so sorry about your experience. I hope you recover soon so you can start TTC again. I am sorry for your loss as well.

Sunny - Even though the dye went in slow, it still means it's open. I hope the dye was able to clear whatever blockage there might be in there. The HSG was a very uncomfortable experience for me as well. Please keep us posted as to what your doctor says. Good luck!

Gemma - Hi!! Thanks for noticing my chart. I am thrilled my temp has stayed high but I am afraid it'a another let down. My chart always looks good but it always end up being BFNs.

 

[Jessica28]

May - I have nevr stopped following your chart. Fingers crossed for your and lots of prayers your way!

 

[BamBamsMaMa]

Jessica - thanks, girl! You are almost there! How are you feeling?

 

[krystinab]

Hey ladies!

Sunny, as long as the dye went though you should be fine. As for O'ing on the "wrong side" dont fret honey they say the egg can jump to the good tube. I know it sounds crazy but you should google it. I read some stories of women who had successful IUI's and the O'd on the side they had no tube or a bad blockage...

May, its tough staying positive and we "women" are such emotional beings. Just remember that your time will come and try to keep your chin up. Your chart looks fab as ever...fx

Ren, I am so sorry to hear that. Take care of yourself! The girls on this thread that have been through that shoudl be able to provide you with some sound advice.

Gemma, whats going on lady?? I know Im not beign a good cycle buddy...sorry


AFM, THE RAVENS WON THE SUPERBOWL!! As for TTC, I think I am like 6dpo...nothing really going on to report..except super gas...OMG it was so embarrassing last night, I was farting like a damn frat boy...and I am very shy about body sounds...I didn't get any sleep last night cause I woke up every time I passed gas...LOL...I need to call DH and apologize...LMAO

 

[Jessica28]

I am feeling great, aside from a little bored. We are having some transportation issues back home so I had to leave at 37 weeks. I am staying with my sister who is close to a hospital but OH is working and with the transportation issues, he isn't able to be here with me much. Hoping the next time he comes in (8 days) that labor starts though I am praying it happens before then...lol

 

[Sunny skies]

May and Krystina, hope your right and slow moving dye is nothing to worry about. Unfortunately there's so much contradicting info out there about the tube from the opposite side picking up the egg. I'm trying to stay positive but this cycle has been stressful with all the tests and worry about all the bad news.
I hope you both get your BFP this cycle. FXd.

Jess, glad your feeling well at the end of your pregnancy.

 

[stacergirl]

Good luck sunny-hope everything turns out okay for you!!

May-keeping everything crossed bc your charts looking good!!

Krystina-keeping everything crossed for you too!

Hope everyone else is doing good!!

Afm-I can't get into the RE til march 6, which is just after my next fertile window. Do you think I should ask my ob to try clomid and prog cream next cycle so I don't miss a month? Hubs is gone for another 2 weeks in April. And if the RE makes us do all the testing again then there's another delay. Our Issues are possible lpd, and slight morph/motility problem but great numbers and volume. Thanks in advance!!

 

[Bride2b]

Krystina this month is fucked (LOL - there is no pun intended at all) we basically DTD CD14 and I got a peak on CBFM CD 16 & 17 and didnt BD sucessfully as OH having issues with finishing. I think its all the stress and pressure of needing to get the job done at the right time after months (and years of disappointment). So I feel gutted that this month has been wasted when I was O'ing from my tube side! Blah!!!!!
OH has got to go and give a sample to get it checked, my doctor said they might want me to have a lap & dye test - but he needs to do his sample before this (so need to get him to get his arse in gear).
If I hadnt had the ectopic I would be due in 2 days - so feeling a bit tender about that, just really hoping that because I should still be pregnant that is the reason why I havent had my bfp yet. So next month I will expect it LOL!

I'm still hoping you dont need IUI!!!!
Sunny - I am glad that slow dye doesnt mean there is anything wrong, I bet that was a scarey moment! Krystina is right there is alot of info out there about the other tube moving across to catch the egg, so its not impossible (well I hope its not!)

May I hope your chart stays like this!!!!

Ren for the first week or so I couldnt hold myself up straight to walk, (first 4 days were worst) walking was such a mission. I had a wedding dress fitting 3 days after my surgery and hobbled in but couldnt put my dress on properly due to the pain & the swelling. Do you have swelling? My tummy was massive - I ended up drinking lots of peppermint tea to relieve this as it was mainly the gas from the surgery. I was advised not to life for 8 weeks I think, as was still quite tentertive after this. I am all back to normal now and all my scars are healing nicely, the worse part if my belly button - it looks like I was attacked with a sword or something. Physically the pain is horrible - I have never felt anything like it in my life. The day I was discharged I couldnt even cry because it hurt so much but all I wanted to do was scream in pain. Luckily I got some pain relief which worked wonders and allowed me to move about a bit better than without it (tramodol) I took this for about 8 days then weaned myself off.

 

[Bride2b]

Good luck sunny-hope everything turns out okay for you!!

May-keeping everything crossed bc your charts looking good!!

Krystina-keeping everything crossed for you too!

Hope everyone else is doing good!!

Afm-I can't get into the RE til march 6, which is just after my next fertile window. Do you think I should ask my ob to try clomid and prog cream next cycle so I don't miss a month? Hubs is gone for another 2 weeks in April. And if the RE makes us do all the testing again then there's another delay. Our Issues are possible lpd, and slight morph/motility problem but great numbers and volume. Thanks in advance!!

Have you tried B6 for your LPD? Sorry I dont know much about clomid x

 

[Sunny skies]

Gemma, sorry about this cycle being so stressful on you and your OH. My OH had a hard time with having to do the SA as he didn't like the pressure. He did agree but I know if it comes down to needing IUI or IVF he's going to have a hard time with it. I hope all your tests go well, it's tough but getting the answers is better than wondering. Is fertility testing covered in the UK? Luckily, I only had to pay 25 dollars for the catheter for the HSG and the testing is free minus one or two optional tests. Some women do fall pregnant shortly after their HSG so hopefully if I did have any blockage the dye cleared it out. Thanks for the support. Keep us posted.

Stacer, sorry about the wait for the Re and the timing. Hope you can get the clomid before your appointment not sure if the re would need to prescribe this or have further testing. Good luck. I'm taking a hormone supplement to bring my thyroid levels to where they should be for TTC but no meds yet. They'll decide once this cycle is done.

 

[stacergirl]

Thanks bride-I am actually taking b6, just started a month ago. I put in a call to my ob to see what she says. I can get a male re sooner that march but just not sure how I feel about a male. I know I'm probably one of the few that doesnt prefer men down there! Lol

Sunny your absolutely right about a lot of pol falling of after the HSG. And hopefully that's the case for you! They told me the same thing when I went, but no such luck over here!

 

[Renaendel]

Stacergirl- I have always had female OBs except for one. I just feel more comfortable with them. They seem more gentle.

Sunny-I also hope the hsg is successful for you. I have heard they can be kind if a miracle cure.

Bride2b- thank you so much for sharing your experience. I am certainly swollen. My belly still has a yellow cast from the iodine and then I have a nice trail of bruising from my belly button incision down to the inch long bikini incision. The right hole in my abdomen seems to be great. I was able to walk to the kitchen on my own tonight so I am clearly improving. Post op and stitches removal is scheduled for the 26th.


to you all

 

[Tasha S.]

Renaendel-I just want to say that I'm so sorry for what you're going through/what you had to go through! I don't have any personal experience with that, so I feel kind of useless to you, but for all it's worth I'm really thinking about you!! I think you're brave!!! I hope the recovery is speedy and as painless as possible!!! Hang in there!!! xoxo

 

[snowflakes120]

MAY!! Seriously your chart is freaking amazinggggggg!! I can't wait for your to test but I'm not going to put pressure on you!! Also, have you tried any of the new sand type nail polishes yet? I can't decide whether to get them or not - I'm afraid they will be too gritty and catch on my clothes!! I did Butter London Knackered this past weekend. I like it but had to do 3 coats for good color coverage.

Stacer - My RE never saw my hoo-ha. I barely saw her. I always talked to a nurse for everything and even 2 nurses did the IUI. So it's really up to you but just wanted to put that out there.

Gemma - Sorry about hubby being too pressured. You never know those swimmers can live for awhile!

Krystina - FX for you this cycle! As always!

Tasha - Is spotting all gone now? Keep resting and keep drinking tons of water!

Sunny - Thanks for the kind words. I love being around and trying to give advice - I wish I had someone to tell me these things when I was going through it so I just hopes it helps y'all. Glad the HSG is over and you found out about the tube and hope that slow dye nothing to worry about!

Jess - Hope baby makes appearance soon!

Ren - Soo sorry about the ectopic. Major hugs and hope recovery is kind to you!

 

[krystinab]

Lisa...what is this sand nail polish? I am obsessed with nail polish but I know there will be no cervix checking with gritty nails...LOL How's that baby doing? Is he moving all around? Have you and DH come up with names?? I am so excited! You will be telling us about your delivery in no time.

Tasha, how are you doing love?

Satcegirl, does the B6 give you any side effects??

May, when do you plan on testing??

Jess, so exciting! I cant wait to see baby pictures!!

Gemma, I know it has to be tough thinking about your due date... don't worry your little angels are pulling for their mommy! It takes a strong woman to go through what you've been through. I am proud of you!

AFM, I am starting to be a cry baby so I guess AF is coming...exciting!! I am so ready for this IUI. I so needed to POAS this morning so i peed on an OPK and the damn thing didn't work...i got an error message.

 

[snowflakes120]

Krystina - It's like this really gritty sandy looking/feeling nail polish. I know it is a part of Mariah Carey's OPI line. Baby Boy is doing good. He is moving all over. Hubby felt him for the 1st time on Saturday. I can also see my belly moving (little thuds) when he's really kicking. It's really weird looking - like an alien is in there or my dinner is fighting back!! Names are proving to be really tough for us. I like modern names and hubby like more traditional names. I'm hoping to have a few picked out that we both like by the time he is born!!

I am so excited for you get started on your IUI process!! Bring it on!! Sorry for the pee stick error message - damn electronics!!

 

[krystinab]

Krystina - It's like this really gritty sandy looking/feeling nail polish. I know it is a part of Mariah Carey's OPI line. Baby Boy is doing good. He is moving all over. Hubby felt him for the 1st time on Saturday. I can also see my belly moving (little thuds) when he's really kicking. It's really weird looking - like an alien is in there or my dinner is fighting back!! Names are proving to be really tough for us. I like modern names and hubby like more traditional names. I'm hoping to have a few picked out that we both like by the time he is born!!

I am so excited for you get started on your IUI process!! Bring it on!! Sorry for the pee stick error message - damn electronics!!

I feel you on the names, its tough if you and DH dont agree. Maybe he can have a modern first name and a traditional middle...i dunno...I am excited, anxious, scared, hopeful and a whole bunch of other emotions about htis IUI...