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I have an update on my sister's nanny and her first IVF trial. Two embryos made it to day 5, but none made it to day 6 for freezing. She is sad, understandably. She took a loan to do this and now she doesn't know that she has any additional options. She goes in tomorrow to see the doctor but I know they are going to tell her that they'll increase her meds for better quality eggs. Same story, different day. I know the first time is not likely to be successful but I wish she could afford to try again. 😢 what really sucks is that my sister has four kids, all natural, no issues and 0 empathy. Hopefully she'll get a natural surprise. She's young enough where that could happen. I can't remember what her 'medical issue' is. Poor girl.
 
terri - ugh, that's so sad. Serious PTSD over here reading that, down to the loans. I hope they can give her some answers OR that she gets a miraculous natural surprise, like you said. I read an article this weekend on a couple that went with a surrogate and a couple months after having their son, she got pregnant naturally. Allllll after 'unexplained infertility'. So it definitely CAN happen.

ttc - yeah, I no longer put any stock into cervix state, amount of CM, veiny boobs, etc. All of those things that people had posted about having as their signs didn't happen to me until WEEKS later! I totally get it, though - you just want that ONE OBVIOUS SIGN, DAMMIT! :) I'm sorry AF got you but I am on board with your new vitamins and supps!! I agree - worked last time!! How long do you think you'll keep trying for?

miki - how are you?

mrsr - how's baby girl?? I hope we get to 'meet' her soon!!

everyone else - status please!! :wave:

afm - 3 more days until we find out gender!!! EEEEE!!! The babies have been going crazy, I feel them all the time now. I love it sooooo much, makes me smile. :cloud9: DH even got to feel them! Didn't seem as jazzed about it, haha! He gets easily grossed out by body things, and he hasn't seen them since our very first US, so I think it's just weird for him to envision things right now. He's coming with me on Friday so hopefully it all comes together a bit more for him. But I try to keep him included in things and say stuff randomly when the babies are karate-chopping me or doing gymnastics or something and say 'your children don't sleep very much!!' :haha: I hope these little monkeys cooperate and show us the goods!
 
Wow, a lot has happened in the last few days, here! I have been lurking but hadn't had time to post.

MsR - Congratulations on the baby girl! Can't wait to hear more when you have time. Hope you are enjoying your little bundle! :cloud9:

Miki - insurance issues suck. That is all.

Vonn - yay on the new house! Do you have a timeline for when you can move in? I hope you love the space and that moving with an infant isn't too stressful!

Terri - So sorry to hear about your sister's nanny. I'm glad that you have the empathy to make up for your sister's lack thereof. It just sounds heartbreaking.

TTC - evil AF... sorry she got you. FX for this to be your month!

Wish - So excited for you to see your little beans again. I think you're right that your husband just can't envision what's going on right now, and so feels disconnected/surreal to him. I hope this next appointment will help him feel more connected to his kids. I love how you randomly include him in updates about "his children." Great idea! I'm also thrilled to hear about your new boss's reaction to your news. My boss is super supportive and I know that makes a huge difference!

Bear - sorry this cycle didn't work. I hope that now you've got the timing worked out, it'll do the trick (and soon!)

Rawr - Welcome! I hope you find this group as wonderful as I do... such a sweet bunch of ladies :hugs:

Ask - your numbers sound great! FX for a good outcome :baby:

Sorry if I missed someone - hello to you, if I did... and also to anyone lurking!

AFM - it's been a rough week of highs and lows. I found out Friday morning that my brother's cancer is multifocal and therefore not treatable through any drug trials. This means he has no options left and we will lose him sometime in the relatively near future. I am mostly sad that I won't get to see him again before he passes, due to our financial situation. My other family members are all making plans for whenever he does pass so that we can all go to the funeral. I don't know if I will be able to go - unless another family member helps us out financially.

Saturday, I had my IUI, and it went well. Sooooo much better than last time! I didn't have any cramping or spasms, so I am feeling much better and less stressed out about this month. Also, I had at least 2 mature follicles, so a better chance to get at least one fertilized and implanted properly. FX!

After riding a happy weekend high and enjoying the long weekend with DW, we were completely gutted to find our kitty, Lexie, had passed away sometime in the evening. We went to check on her, as we hadn't seen her in a little while, and she had gone into her favorite corner hiding place to sleep and had passed away peacefully. :cry: DW was very distressed about the fact that Lexie had died alone, without us being there to comfort her, as DW had never had a pet die at home. I have, and I explained that it's normal for pets to go off by themselves to pass peacefully. I had to reassure DW that Lexie was probably very content to pass in her own home, surrounded by familiar sounds and activity. While I knew Lexie was old and frail and would likely pass soon, I think DW was caught by surprise because every cat she's had before has given more of an indication that they are not well, so she thought we had more time.

On the upside (silver lining?), all of this stuff going on with Lexie and my brother has made it easier to avoid symptom spotting and stressing about whether or not I will get my BFP this month.
 
oh wicky!! my heart breaks for you and DW - you've got so much going on right now, I'm so sorry. You sound like you're taking it all in stride but that's some heavy stuff.
1) good luck on the new IUI!! I hope it takes!!! FX and dust!
2) I'm so sorry about Lexie - we had to put down one of our kitties, our absolutely beloved, this June and it was horrible. She had kidney failure and I kept somewhat wishing she'd pass peacefully by herself in our closet or something - like you said, surrounded by her favorite stinky shoes and all our smells and such. I'm sure Lexie was quite happy with her situation. My Morgan was looking to me for comfort in the end and it absolutely broke my heart. I haven't had to choose to put down an animal until her. :cry:
3) Your brother - holy cow. I'm so sorry - I hope the family can get you there to say your final goodbyes, either before or after. I'm sure that will help with your healing. How far away are you? Ugh, I'm sure you feel so helpless. :hugs:
4) just to round out with a high - GOOD LUCK ON THIS IUI CYCLE!! I know that was #1 but it warranted being said again! ;)
 
Wish-so excited for your scan. What are you secretly hoping for? I'm torn (for you). I know you are kind of a tomboy, so two boys would be super fun, but two girls are also really cute. One of each would be cool too. I just can't decide. Hee hee. Then are you going to tell us, or you're going to make us wait and guess? I'm super excited, if you can't tell. Thanks for the thoughts on the nanny. When I have an update I'll give you one. Oh, and my hubs was talking about a kid the other day asking if I would still want one. Seriously??!! First I'm freaking tired and second, when you go to your college football games and don't get home until 3am when the game started at 7:30p? Give me a break!!
I think he's delusional and forgetful.

Wicky-I'm so sorry about your brother and your cat. Someone in your family will pay for you, right? That's a tough spot to be in if you can't go see him. Closure is nice and often super necessary. I'll keep you in my prayers.

Glad your IUI went well too. First you do a mock transfer? My IUI was like nothing so I'm glad you feel nothing this time. That's how it should be added far as I'm concerned.

Ooh, I gotta go. Hi everyone. ❤️
 
terri - that's some sort of cruel and unusual punishment bringing up having kids again by hubs!! slap him for me!! When you've put all of those thoughts away for good, it hurts to have them brought out again. And to have to be the one to remind him of current lifestyle choices. Sigh.
I promise, I will not make you all wait. I mean, maybe until Monday b/c I'm off on Friday and try not to come on to BnB over the weekends, but that's it! I might open a pool for everyone to guess! HA! What does everyone think? I honestly would love one boy and one girl but we'll be happy with any combo. 2 boys stresses me out a little bit since I'm just so familiar with girls (we basically only have girls in my family - me & my sister and she had 2 girls).

also ^^ 'subwoofer' :rofl:

how's everyone else doing this week? quiet bunch.
 
I fixed subwoofer like three times!! I fixed it again. Hee hee.

Oh I didn't say much to my hubs except that I'm old and don't have the time with my new job and such. He seemed to buy it. I'm not going to remind him of his terrible lifestyle choices. Only he will have to remember that. You know, in my old age I've decided that it's pointless to say mean things to people you love. So, I sit in silence.

I can wait a few days to find out, so don't break the rule. I'll be on here spying just in case. Hee hee

It is really quiet. What's up friends?
 
HELLO EVERYONE!! How’s that for non-quiet :haha:

Wish- Hi hi, I’m doing pretty great, thanks for asking. Glad to hear that you’re doing so well, and that your boss reacted in such a positive way to your news. I’m so excited about your scan! I’ve been thinking a boy and a girl for you. I think that would be so great! Yay for feeling the little ones, and that DH can feel the movements too. My DH has finally felt gummy's movements, and he loves the adorableness of it. He’s given gummy a personality from the start, and he speaks for him. Gummy has an attitude!

Wicky- I’m so sorry to hear about the sad news in your life. I really wish for you to be able to see your brother somehow. And it’s so sad about Lexie, I’m sorry for DW and your loss. Take care of yourselves in this difficult time.

Terri- How upsetting for the nanny. I really hope she gets a natural surprise or somehow manages to get enough funds to try again. And how upsetting for you that your hubs brought that up, I hope you’re feeling ok now.

Bear and TTC and others currently trying- Good luck for this month!

I found out that I can apply for something called "continuation of care"€ (or close, I can’t remember the term exactly). I need to fill in the form and send it out. I hope it solves my insurance issue! Went for a checkup today, and we only got to hear gummy’s heartbeat. OB said he’s doing well! My blood pressure was a bit low, but she didn’t say anything about that. We signed up for classes today...things are moving along! Oh and my co-worker and his wife gave us a bunch of baby stuff that they had left over (and a very nice card) after he found out I was pregnant. That was super nice.
 
Hi all! I'm on day 4 of 2 weeks of birth control. Ordered my IVF meds. I'll be on Follistim and Ganirelex (and micro dose hcg and pregnyl). We go in for our consent signing on the 18th of this month. It's all so close!

Miki - that's so exciting that your DH can feel the baby now! And that you've started birthing classes. What is your EDD again?

Wicky - sending big hugs! Life can be so tough sometimes. My 36 year old sister in law was dx with stage 4 lung cancer almost 2 years ago, 2 weeks after her 2nd daughter was born. Never smoked a day in her life. In fact, she's a doctor herself. It is a miracle she is still here. It recently metastized to her liver and she did a 2nd round of hard hitting chemo and is starting a trial drug next week. My heart breaks for her and my brother and their 2 little girls, my sweet nieces, every day. Cancer sucks. Thinking of you and your family. :hugs:

Terri - what can I say...men! Clueless! I should follow suit and bite my tongue more often too...that's a tough one for me!

Wish - can't wait to hear your update on the twinsies! Sooo exciting! My vote is 1 of each! :)
 
terri - that's probably the best plan. I'll just complain on here for you then! :) How's the job going? getting any better leads lately?

miki - hi! :wave: so glad you have a potential option for your insurance! I'm sure that takes a load off. And so happy to hear that DH can now feel gummy! I'm literally obsessed with feeling them, I love it so much. I say that now, until I have 4 feet in my ribs...

ask - GOOD LUCK!! Your party is starting!!

I hope everyone else is doing well! T-25.5 hrs until we get to learn the genders! :)

thanks for all the guesses!
 
The results are in...

2 baby boys!! Two very healthy baby boys!! Great heartbeats, all anatomy is accounted for and correct totals of each :rofl:
They are even head down (for now). Hopefully they stay that way.
My cervix is also closed and the placenta is away from it so no previa.
Happy news all around!
 
Woohoo! Congratulations on your two very healthy baby boys, Wish! :happydance: We're both having boys! It's fun feeling them move, isn't it? But... I'm a little worried about the future hard kicks and uncomfy movements. Both cats do like to rest on my belly, and gummy gives them little kicks when they do. But they don't react at all, much to DH's disappointment.

Thanks, Ask! My EDD is now 29th Dec. How exciting that you're starting your cycle. I hope that you have a very successful one!
 
We needed some boys on this thread. Yeah!! Congrats Wish. I'm so happy all parts were accounted for. That was a funny comment.

Miki-glad things are going well for you too and your coworker was so sweet to offer you some things. See, people do care. Your family is just weird. J/k. Hee hee. I'm still waiting for my virtual invitation to your shower.

Oh and TTC, aren't you in Florida? Hope you are inland and not affected by the upcoming storms. Scary mama.
 
Congrats Wish, boy mumma. Any name ideas? Will you get induced early or carry as long as possible?
 
Wish!!! So happy for you and DH :twinboys: How is DH feeling now about being a daddy to twins? I hope this scan has helped him feel more connected. Also, great that all the anatomy looks good!

TTC - I hope you and your family are okay and will be safe during Irma. I've been wondering how Caribbean is doing, since Irma presumably went right over her home.

Miki - that's so cute that your cats sit on your belly. I am with your DH in wondering when the kicks will get a reaction from them :haha: I hope everything works out with your insurance and isn't too difficult.

Ask - yay! That's so exciting to begin the IVF treatments. FX for a great success!

Terri - subwoofer... I read that about 10 times trying to figure out if that was some kind of euphemism for a wealthy relative before I realized it was probably an autocorrect typo! :rofl:

AFM, thank you for all your kind words and support about my cat, Lexie, and my brother. I am feeling a little better about everything now and am beginning to accept my brother's condition and declining health. I spent the day today with my mom, my sister, and two of my cousin's kids :icecream:, and that definitely helped me see the bright side of life again.

I'm halfway through the TWW and feeling much more relaxed compared with last month. I have noticed some differences in my body, but I'm just observing them and not trying to say they are a sign of early pregnancy. Maybe they are, maybe they aren't. The odds say they probably aren't, even if I end up getting a BFP, so I feel pretty good. :-=
 
Afm - we are in the south of France. We have about 9 more days of our trip. We have a couple of nights in France and then head for Spain. Then we get a ferry to England.

So a few weeks ago we had an email from our ( DHs) business partner saying he wanted to buy our half of the business as he did more than DH. So we said ok we'll sell. In reality DHs heart was not in it and neither was mine. I'm calling it out rebound business and the split 'our divorce'. Anyway it means that we are free. I asked DH to stay in England for a year as I really miss home and want to live near my family. DH said no at first but now he will (I just let him think on it).
I've been studying photography. I'm enjoying it alot. Maybe I can start my own business but my self confidence is low.

And last night I found out my aunty was found dead sitting on her chair. Suspected heart attack.

We weren't close. I think I saw her 5 times at the most in my life. But it's a shock anyways.
 
Spud, I'm so glad to hear the weight is off your and DH's chests from the "rebound business." I'm especially happy to hear that he's going to stay in the UK with you.

I'm so sorry to hear about your aunt. I hope you and your family are able to comfort each other, even if you weren't close to your aunt. :hugs:
 
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