Anyone due May 2014?

[ece77]

Hi ladies,

I found out last week that I'm pregnant but was so afraid I would jinx it and decided to wait until AF was due, which was today. So here I am no spotting, no wild cramps or such .

I must say I still am not confident and I'm sure I won't be, until I hold my rainbow in my arms.

So, I am looking for people who are due May 2014, to share our progress, symptoms, worries, scans, bumps and everything else that comes with being pregnant at 35+

A little about me: I'm Ece, from Turkey, 36. Last October I've married the love of my life (literally! we were together for 17 years). We started TTC in January and got pregnant right away. So imagine our surprise!

Sadly we learnt at 7+5 scan that our baby did not develop past 6 weeks . I had to have a d&c and learnt 1 week later that it was a suspected partial molar pregnancy.

My HCG took almost 10 weeks to reach negative and we waited 3 months after that to start TTC again. Well, I fell pregnant on first month again and scared as hell as I've learnt it the hard way that the important thing is not to get pregnant but stay pregnant!

So please do join and let's share our journey.

 

[Havmercy]

I'm 40 years old. We just tested positive last weekend. This is our 2nd BFP since our miscarriage this past June 2013. We have a one year old son. I'm hoping everything is going well, but I haven't contacted my obgyn yet. My doc's office doesn't do prenatal appointments before 8 weeks. Good luck to you, and hope all continues to be good for you.

 

[ece77]

Hi Havmercy!

Congratulations on your BFP. Hope we both have sticky beans. I didn't contact my OB either and infact I'm looking for a new one since the previous is very far and I'm worried I can't reach him in cases of emergency.

I've narrowed the list to a couple of names and I think I'll call one of them on Monday. I don't know when they will book an appointment but I guess it will be around 6-7 weeks.

So do you have any symptoms already? It seems I only have very mild nausea that comes and goes and my boobs are starting to get a little bigger if you examine very carefully . Other than those, the only proof to my pregnancy are my +HPTs

 

[Havmercy]

No major symptons yet except sleepy and starting to have to pee alot. I didn't have any morning sickness with our son. The worst sympton I had was nasal congestion in my 2nd trimester!! I hope I get to skip that one this time. I'm trying to be nonchalent about this pregnancy until we can see a doctor. I'm paranoid about miscarrying but I feel positive because I was already taking 800mg of folic acid.

 

[Adelicia]

Expecting mid May 2014. I have a 2.5yr old already and I'm just allowed in this forum as I turned 35 in June.

 

[ece77]

Adelicia - Hello & congratulations, both on your BFP and your birthday! I turned 36, in June too

Havmercy - How are you?

I had my first scan yesterday and the doctor eliminated the 2 things I feared most: complete molar and ectopic. There was only the gestational sac and a clear, round yolk sac. He said the GS measured 6 weeks which is not at all possible, since we even didn't have intercourse that early. We didn't see the heartbeat yet, but I can be at most 5+4 so I guess it can be early for that. He called in for another scan on Wednesday to see if the heart starts beating. But I think I'll wait until the other week to be sure, since I'll be around the 7 week mark then!

 

[Adelicia]

Fingers crossed for you ece77 XXX

 

[smallhelen]

Hello ece, Adelicia and Havmercy!

OK, I think it's time I actually put this in writing: I got my BFP last week!
DH and I are both 38, and we have been TTC for our first for 11 months. And then last week it finally happened: two pink lines!!! So of course I had to do a few more, and over the next 9 days I got another 6 BFPs (just had to completely sure )
I went to see the doctor on Friday, and she's booked me another appointment in 4 weeks to get things moving with the midwife and scans (this is the UK, so you don't get beta tests or anything else unless you pay for them).
I'm still in shock, and as my only symptoms are sore bbs (especially my nipples) and occasional bloating, I keep having to remind myself that I am very probably a little bit pregnant! Please let it be a sticky bean!

I think I'm 5 weeks + 2 days, and EDD is 9 May 2014. Might think about a ticker in a few weeks, but not yet.

So nice to be here at last.

 

[ece77]

Welcome and congratulations Helen!

I understand you trying to be cautious and continuously doing hpts, postponing tickers and such. Believe me I was there couple of weeks ago!

I had beta's because I was afraid my hpt's weren't getting darker as they should be! But it turned out they were rising quite a bit, which made me even more anxious because of the partial molar I had earlier this year!

I must admit I am going to a private hospital, since public healthcare is not best in here and I'm sure I'd want additional scans and so throughout my pregnancy.

Regarding symptoms, nausea started very recently and sometimes I really need to force myself to eat. It's not at its worst yet, I'm sure; but my stomach has always been sensitive and so I'm afraid of what might come next!

Also my nipples started to hurt couple of days ago, which is very new for me! I have never ever experinced breast/nipple pain in my life (before-during period, during previous pregnancy etc); so I'm taking it as a good sign!

My EDD seems to be May 8th according to my LMP, but I guess I O'd earlier and it may be around the 5th or so!

H&H 9 months to you!

 

[Alita]

hello ladies
I am due may 14 aswell , today is the first day i feel rather sick
strange stomach, little nausea and everything seems smelly..

I miscarried last year so I am being extra cautious and paranoid , have a high risk job that requires flying , stress and night shifts so I am thinking of taking time off, unfortunately that means no money..so also stress!
I wish this 2 next months go faster !
Wishing you all a sticky!

 

[ece77]

Welcome and congrats Alita!

I guess we all have some sort of history (mc or long time ttc) in this thread, so I'm sure everyone will sympathize with being extra-cautious!

I haven't been very sick so far, but my stomach is also funny, and I totally understand you about everything being smelly!

Hope you can arrange your job and finances! And H&H 9 months...

 

[smallhelen]

Welcome Alita.

I started feeling nauseous yesterday, and would have liked to stay in bed all day. Unfortunately I had to go to work, and at least I'm not actually vomiting!
Have booked a private scan for two weeks time (will have to wait at least another five weeks for my NHS one). Things are almost feeling real now, but am still going to wait to get a ticker!!!

 

[Drsamyjohn]

Hi Ladies!

I'm so happy for everyone! I got the BFP on Sept 5, just one cycle after D&C for blighted ovum. Also lost the two before that, all in 12 months.

We THINK the due date is May 14, but cycles may be wacky from the D&C, so hard to tell.

I am baffled by the lack of symptoms this time around....I've got sore nipples. THATS IT. Sooo unlike the previous pregnancies. But I've had two betas, 101 & 1279, doubling in 36 hours, so trying to hang on to that as a great sign.

I've got an ultrasound booked for next Friday, I should be about 6 weeks, praying its not too early for heartbeat...

The doc agreed to weekly betas for peace of mind, but my hcg rose appropriately with the miscarriages too, right up until I lost them.

So on a teeter totter, I want to hope so badly that this will work out, but I'm scared to death to hope because if it doesn't the pain will be unbearable.

Anyhoo- Happy to be part of of this group, if y'all will have me.




Anyhoo-

 

[ece77]

Welcome and congrats Drsamyjohn!

Sorry for your recent losses, hope this will be one sticky bean for you . It seems symptoms can vary so much over different pregnancies, so do not let that bother you! Your hcg # sounds wonderful!

6 weeks seems like the corner stone. So it would be great if you do see the HB, but even if you don't, the little bean may be just a couple of days away from that flicker! So if you think your cycles may be wacky, I'd recommend a scan 1 week later, if you can manage to wait...

We all have been through loss/es so we'll keep each other sane in this thread I hope

H&H 9 months!

 

[Havmercy]

Sounds like all our pregnancies are the same.lol. We had a miscarriage @ 5 weeks June 2013. I estimated our due date for this pregnancy to be May 4, 2014. I only had one cycle after the miscarriage, so i'm basing my due date on that. I haven't had many symptoms either. I have only had a few spells of nausea when riding in my husband's truck. My nipples have started tingling, I'm super sleepy, and the cravings have started. I have to pee alot some days, but not as bad others. Since my job is demanding, my husband wants me to leave it, and be a stay at home mom to our 15 month old son. I really don't mind since I work rotating 12 hour shifts. I will probably try some type hobbies to keep me busy. Congratulations to everyone! Keep me posted on your progress. I need the encouragement.

 

[fxforbabyb]

Hi Ladies

H&H 9 months to all!!

I found out on Friday that i was finally pregnant with my first on my 37 birthday. went to the dr's yesterday to get blood work done to confirm, as i am in complete shock and it doesnt seem real yet.
Based on my LMP, my EDD is May 13.

just keeping my fingers crossed that everything works out.

 

[fxforbabyb]

forgot to ask.... how do you guys keep a postive attitude?
I'm so worried about something going wrong, probably doesnt help to read all the odds about miscarriage or the possibility of your child having issues etc...... its just so scary

 

[ece77]

Havmercy - It must be really difficult with a demanding job, even more so at our age! So I'd say go for it and be a stay at home mum! I'm planning to look after our baby at least a year, if everything goes ok!

fxforbabyb - Welcome and congrats! The greatest birthday present ever. FX everything will go smoothly. As for keeping a positive attitude, I'm no help! As I'm a nervous wreck all the time. But the saying goes: "take each day at a time"...

AFM - My symptoms are coming and going which makes me crazy! I finally had sore boobs (never had them before in my life) but now soreness seems to have subsided. Nausea also comes and goes. I almost find myself wishing for morning sickness

Oh and we had a scan last Friday which showed a healthy HB of 122 bpm. I'll go back next wednesday and praying everything will be fine...

When will your first scans be?

 

[Havmercy]

My first appointment is Sept. 23rd. I will be 8 weeks then. The offices here won't accept appointments before then. When we had our son last year we were seeing a fertility specialist. He saw us every 2 weeks until he released me to my regular obgyn. It's hard this time around because all I have to go on are symptoms. I'm almost wishing for morning sickness and sore boobs all the time as well just to keep feeling pregnant. I have gotten a little thicker around my waist and cravings are through the roof! I hate salt, but lately I can't get enough of salty foods,grits, chips, pickles, baked chicken, etc. I'm still trying to eat healthy though. I worried every trimester my last pregnancy, so I can't give any words of wisdom on not worrying. The only thing that kept me sane was pregnancy tickers. It helped to read what to expect everyday. Even now, I know we have that first trimester wetness down there, but I run to the bathroom every time I feel too wet checking to be sure I'm not losing this pregnancy. Oh and I almost forgot, (go figure) I've got mommy brain. I can't seem to remember small things especially if it's nap time!

 

[fxforbabyb]

The only symptoms I have are the occasional sore boobs, but that somes and goes. Also felt a little sick yesterday but that too went away. Maybe if I had more symptoms, I would actually feel pregnant.

I'm waiting for my family doctor to get the blood work back and then I'll ring my ob/gyn and see when he wants to see me.