Christian ladies TTC, we can encourage one another.

[steph_466]

Congrats Jett55!! Thats so exciting!

 

[Godsjewel]

4 days until my first baby doc appointment I'm so excited & nervous.

Yay!!! I'm so happy for you. It's so exciting to be able to see the gift that is growing inside of you.

Are you having any morning sickness?

 

[Jett55]

A little bit not too bad so far I have no complaints except I've been unable to eat pizza. Every time it's made me sick. I'm mostly just tired all the time.

 

[Jett55]

I just read your sig Sarah triplets wooow... how far along? Def praying for some sticky beans

 

[Godsjewel]

I just read your sig Sarah triplets wooow... how far along? Def praying for some sticky beans

Yup, Triplets! I am 8 weeks and 2 days along. I had to go to the Dr's last Thursday because I couldn't keep anything down and have lost 11 lbs in about 2 weeks. They had to give me an IV to hydrate me since I couldn't even keep liquids down.

The Dr prescribed me promethazine which has helped calmed down the nausea, but I still get sick a couple of times during the day. My main diet right now is anything bland like crackers, toast, pretzels and oatmeal. I have no desire to eat.

Thankfully the Dr did a scan while I was there and we got to see all 3 beating hearts again. Not sure what's in store, but I pray for the health and safety of each one of them.

I have an appt next Tues with a Maternal-Fetal Doctor who handles high risk pregnancies, we will go over my history and the plan of action for this pregnancy.

Praying for good news for the both of us

 

[Jett55]

We're not far apart in our pregnancies. I hope there is only one in there for me though. Toast has been wonderful for me when I have nausea. I'm just so excited to finally see my little peanut & be reassured everything is ok in there.

I do have a prayer requests a friend of mine had a c-section today & is in a lot of pain. They also sent her baby boy over to a children's hospital. I don't know the situation but prayers for her & little Jaxon are much appreciated

 

[ProfWife]

Oh my gosh! TRIPLETS! I'm so excited for you, Sarah! You are almost past that first hump! Praying the nausea settles and you can enjoy (and relax). Praying so hard your journey ends with three little miracles in your very full arms!

 

[me222]

Ooo Sarah! CONRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Praying for you and the little ones.

 

[Godsjewel]

Why look to Scripture to find help for my infertility? Why not just rely on doctors and support groups? It may seem rather odd to turn to Scripture to help with the daily, weekly, monthly and yearly fight of infertility, but there is good reason to go to God. There is no problem you could ever face that the Bible isn’t interested in. There are no answers missing within its pages. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 says

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”

God-breathed words to teach you. What better teacher about life than the very giver of life Himself.

Infertility is found all through the pages of Scripture. Want to see for yourself?

Abraham & Sarah—Genesis 11:23-21:3
Isaac & Rebekah—Genesis 24-25
Jacob & Rachel—Genesis 29-35
Elkanah & Hannah—1 Samuel 1-2
Samson’s mother—Judges 13
Zecharias & Elizabeth—Luke 1

I am sure that as you study the Daily Double Portions throughout the coming year that you will find yourself written in Scripture. If you have waited years and years for that long sought after pregnancy, you’ll see yourself in Sarah’s eyes. If you have wept until you can weep no more, have a seat next to Hannah. If your marriage has been stressed to the breaking point because there is no baby, talk to Jacob and Rachel. They’ve been there, too.

Isaiah 55:10-11 tells us

“As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.”

If the Bible hands you a promise, you can bank your life and your eternity on it. Need a reminder? Just go outside after a rainstorm. Has the grass been watered? Did the gush of rain you heard falling down from heaven suddenly make a u-turn about 6 inches above the ground and head back skyward? No? Then no more can the Word of God return to Him without doing what He said it would do.

All encouragement found in Daily Double Portions are based on the infallible Word of God. You can believe every word in His book. God knows you intimately. You are forever on His mind and in His heart. Our prayer for you is that you learn something through Daily Double Portions to assist you on this most difficult journey.

-BF

 

[Godsjewel]

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

“...His favor is for a lifetime...”
(Psalm 30:5, AMP)

TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria

One definition of the word “favor” is an advantage for success. When you put God first, when you obey His commands, you open the door for His favor — you have the advantage for success! Even if someone may have wronged you and it looks like they have the upper hand, even if it looks like things are never going to change, you need to keep reminding yourself, “I have an advantage. God is in control of my destiny. He’s fighting my battles for me. He is my vindicator. And it’s just a matter of time before things change in my favor.”

There’s a scripture in Hebrews that says, “Don’t cast away your confidence.” One translation says, “Payday is coming.” In the difficult times, you have to remind yourself that payday is on its way. God is a faithful God. If you’ll keep doing the right thing, honoring Him and expecting His favor, God has promised He will pay you back. He will restore everything in your life that the enemy has stolen so you can live the abundant life He has in store for you!

A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father, thank You for Your grace, mercy and everlasting favor. I open my heart and mind to You and receive every blessing You have for me. Thank You for favor, the advantage for success in every area of my life in Jesus’ name. Amen.

 

[No Doubt]

Hi ladies! I know, I suck at checking in. I get so busy. I pop on everyday, but only get to so many threads before I have to focus on something else. Anywho... I just wanted to say high and let you all know that I'm thinking of you all and praying for you all! I hope the new year is treating you all well so far and only continues to get better!

Steph, I know it sucks when you have to take a break, but it happens and it's nothing to be discouraged about. You have to give your body a break with that clomid cause it's a rough drug to take. My regular PCP even said so when I saw him at one point when ttc and was shocked I had been on it for as long as I had. It was becoming so painful, so a break before it gets to that point is probably good. But you never know what will happen. I fell preggo when on a break from clomid. Just keep doing what you're doing, pray about it and let everything work itself out. Maybe look at this time as a time to really relax and do whatever you want. Hope you're not to down hun.

Jett, how exciting! I want to see pics please if they give you one! How are you feeling? Hope it's not too rough on you right now.

GJ...I stalk your other thread, but you know how excited I am for you! Hope hubbs is acclimating to the news well!

All is well here. Just pushing through the new year waiting to see what God has in store. Can't wait for it to warm up though, lol.

 

[Jett55]

I will post a scan pic I'm supposed to get one Friday as far as I know & today has been rough very exhausted & puking off & on. Hoping to feel better tomorrow.

 

[HisGrace]

Jett - I hope you get to feeling better soon.

 

[Ashleyl2203]

I would love to join too! this is my first cycle trying. It's in God's hands.

 

[Lisalijess]

God is good! I just know He will provide a baby for us!! Amen.

 

[Godsjewel]

I would love to join too! this is my first cycle trying. It's in God's hands.

Welcome Ashley

Yes, it is in God's hands and we never know the path that He has for us. But we are all here for you whenever you need encouragement or need to let something off your chest.

Blessings,

Sarah

 

[Godsjewel]

God is good! I just know He will provide a baby for us!! Amen.

Welcome Lisa

He sure is! Keep up the faith sis

 

[Godsjewel]

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;

And the rivers, they shall not overflow you.

When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned,

Nor shall the flame scorch you.”

“For I am the LORD your God,

The Holy One of Israel, your Savior;”

Isaiah 43:2-3

As Christians, I think we somehow believe that we should be immune to experiencing problems, trials, or tragedy—like infertility. The bible tells us that these trials shape us, refine our character, discipline us, and strengthen our faith. I believe true peace comes not in the absence of trials, but in knowing (heart knowledge vs. head knowledge) God will carry us through and knowing He is with us every step of the way. The only way to know this is to walk through “fire and water” with Him.

Through my journey with infertility, I imagine myself walking through a river or a lake with water up to my neck. The water has not “overflowed”; it’s not over my head. However, any body of water with a current moving through it can be hard to navigate by foot. It gets harder and harder to keep my feet on the bottom and control where I want to go. At some point I must make a choice: either pick up my feet and relax, and let the current carry me downstream, or continue to struggle and fight my own way downstream. The Lord has promised us He will be with us and the waters will not overtake or overflow us. The waters are sometimes deep, have a swift current, or even rocks or other obstacles. However, if we give up control, we will pass through safely. I believe “water trials” are a test of our faith.

When I face the inevitable decisions entangled in the infertility journey, I often imagine I’m in a burning forest. The path may be clearly marked but all I can see for miles around are flames, smoke, and smoldering embers. The only way to get through is one step at a time. I’m hot and sweaty. My nose and throat sting from the smoke. I’m tired and thirsty. Visibility is limited. I have a choice: I can give up and quit because I can’t see where I’m going, and the journey is too hard, or I can press on forward, one step at a time. The Lord again has promised us that He will be with us. We may not get burned, but we’ll feel the heat. We may not get scorched, but we’ll smell the smoke. We must press on if we are to get out of this burning forest (building?). I believe “Fire trials” are a test of endurance.

God is with us during our fire and water trials, even the trials involving the creation of our families. We need to accept the fact that we may get wet and feel the heat. But we will not drown or get burned. God is sovereign. When I get through these trials, my hope is that I’ll be changed more into Christ’s image and my character more like His.

—Jamie Hymel

 

[Godsjewel]

“Is anything too difficult for the Lord?”
Genesis 18:14

“For nothing will be impossible with God!”
Luke 1:37

An unforeseen mountain or river has placed itself in your path. Infertility has caused hurts and fears you never could have imagined if you had not had trouble achieving what so many do easily and even by accident. Some of you have struggled for years and years and others of you are just beginning your journey. For all of us, there is hope to be found in the Word of God.

In the stories of the births of Isaac and Jesus Himself we see some similarities. Astonished parents. Surprise. A promised child. But I want to point out to you a couple of very similar and wonderful statements undoubtedly proclaimed with a twinkle in the eye of the holy messenger who was honored to share it. Go back with me to Sarah’s tent as the angel of the Lord told her that at the tender young age of 90 that she would finally bear the child she had craved her entire life. What was that blessed question to the dazed near-nonagenarian? “Is anything too hard for the Lord?” (Genesis 18:14) I know Sarah laughed in disbelief, but I can’t help but think that the angel had to at least snicker when he saw the dazed expression on her face!

Now jump ahead to the central event of mankind—the birth of Christ. Look with me as a scared young girl stares an angel in the face as he tells her she is carrying the Lamb of God in her virgin womb. What was his message to this confused young girl? “For nothing is impossible with God!” (Matthew1:37) See any similarities? Both of these statements were uttered to reassure the mothers of children who otherwise could not have been born! It took a miracle to breathe life into the womb of a 90 year old woman and even more miracle working power to bring the Son of God into the human body of a virgin teen. I absolutely love these Scriptures that bold scream out through time and eternity that nothing is too difficult for God! Even more, both statements were uttered in response to the conception of children! That really speaks to me as a woman who has felt the sting of childlessness myself.

Let me tattoo this on your heart right now—Nothing is too hard for God! Nothing! Hallelujah! Endometriosis? It’s nothing to the Great Physician! Unexplained infertility? Not to an all knowing God! Miscarriages? Stillbirths? God understands—remember He knows the sting of losing a Child. His child died too. Adoption? He is the original adoptive parent!

Nothing, nothing, absolutely nothing is too difficult for God and He’s fighting this battle right along with you! Disease? He can heal. Financially strapped? He can provide. Confused? He can lead you to the right doctors or support groups. Tired? He can give you rest. Barren? He can open your womb. We serve such a wonderful God. I’m so glad He loves me and cares about my hurt.

“For nothing will be impossible with God!”

Taken from Baby Hunger: Biblical Encouragement for Those Struggling with Infertility by Beth Forbus.

 

[Jett55]

First time getting to see our peanut was amazing the little flicker of the heart beat was so surreal. They told me everything with baby is good & measuring right at 8w0d I got a little worried because it sounded like the girl said the HB was 66 which is very low but mom reassured me that she said 166 & if it was bad they would tell me.