Christian ladies TTC, we can encourage one another.

[eyemom]

I was so enraged (maybe not the best reaction, but maybe the most accurate) hearing of your friend's story, Prof. I told my DH too, and taking it to the media was the first thing out of his mouth. Depends on how it might affect her grieving process, I guess. But she absolutely should have better treatment. I'm so so sad for her, and the last thing she needs is this salt in the wound. My heart goes out to her, and she's in my prayers. I really hope something turns around for her soon.

(Hi ladies, been lurking for months, but I haven't posted in a long time.)

 

[Godsjewel]

Sarah - How are you and those precious babies doing??

I'm doing GREAT, thanks for asking Those meds have really helped me feel better and I'm able to eat, which is good. I'm just now really exhausted, but I will take that over nausea any day

 

[Aims13h]

Hi Ladies,
I was wondering if you could pray for me, I'm having a hard time today. I took a test this am (8dpo) and was so disappointed to see another bfn. I know that 8dpo in still considered early but with DS2 I had a definite bfp at 8dpo on a frer. I know that 8 months of ttc is nothing compared to some...it feels like an eternity for me.

I found this article I had saved on my phone and completely lost it when I read it (https://theleakyboob.com/?s=baby+explains) , I cried out to God asking him to give me the strength to face the numerous bfn's and the courage to continue to ttc.
I hope all is well with you all!

 

[Godsjewel]

Hi Ladies,
I was wondering if you could pray for me, I'm having a hard time today. I took a test this am (8dpo) and was so disappointed to see another bfn. I know that 8dpo in still considered early but with DS2 I had a definite bfp at 8dpo on a frer. I know that 8 months of ttc is nothing compared to some...it feels like an eternity for me.

I found this article I had saved on my phone and completely lost it when I read it (https://theleakyboob.com/?s=baby+explains) , I cried out to God asking him to give me the strength to face the numerous bfn's and the courage to continue to ttc.
I hope all is well with you all!

Take it from me sis, I went over 5 years without ever seeing a positive test and if God gave me the strength, He can definitely do the same for you. Praying that you will have peace and comfort in the waiting

 

[Godsjewel]

“…your Father knows what you need before you ask Him.”
Matthew 6:8b

I’m not the biggest fan of fast food. Call me crazy, but globs of grease and cold patties of mystery meat have somehow lost their allure. However, an amazing thing recently happened in our local Wendy’s. Who knew God could use greasy burgers to teach a profound truth from His word?

The day had been pretty hectic and I still had a long list of errands to be run. The worship music on my radio was being drowned out by the growling rumbles coming from my belly, so I decided to run into a Wendy’s. I don’t know why everyone there was not in as much a hurry as I was! Why didn’t they stop what they were doing to come and take my order? Didn’t they know I had places to go?

The assignment of taking orders had been given to a particular employee who didn’t seem to be thrilled to be at work that day. She nonchalantly walked past the register and mumbled something about being back in a second. Here’s the amazing part. My plight caught the eye of an observant cook in the back of the restaurant. Before my order was taken, he walked up to the counter and asked, “What do you want to order?” I told him what I wanted, and without the first button ever being pushed on the cash register, he scurried off to prepare my meal. I must admit, I found his demeanor a bit humorous. In just a moment, I had a piping hot burger headed my way.

Meanwhile, the employee who was supposed to take my order returned to her post at the counter. “Can I take your order?” Before she got the words out of her mouth, my new friend walked up and placed my order on a tray right in front of me. I really wish I had a picture of the cashier’s face to show you. She was so confused! There was my order, prepared and ready for me before I ever asked her for my food. I guess she wondered how my new friend knew what I wanted before my order was even placed.

Don’t you realize that God knows what you have need of before you even ask? He has known every moment of your life since before He laid the foundations of this earth. When you fall across your pillow at night and weep through your requests to God, He already knows what you need. Before you even knew you would face the difficulty of trying to conceive, God knew you would need help, encouragement and healing and made provision for you. You know you need a miracle. God knew you needed a miracle before you knew what a miracle was.

When you bow your head in prayer to the King of kings, approach Him not only with adoration and reverence, but also with confidence. You can have confidence in knowing that when you cannot find the words to describe the pandemonium that infertility brings to your heart, your Father already knows what you need. When you live through days where prayer does not come easily, know that He knows the desire of your heart even when you cannot bear to ask Him for a baby one more time. When you don’t know where the money is coming from for treatment, or you don’t know if it’s time to see a doctor or not, remember that your Father knows the way you should take. If you find yourself like Job and it seems that God is nowhere to be found, remember that He knows the path you take, and when He has tried you, you will come forth as gold. (Job 23:10)

God loves you. He loves you when you’re weak. He loves you when you’re strong. He knows what you have need of, and He knows just how to work His perfect plan for you.

-Beth Forbus

 

[Aims13h]

Reading your words are exactly what I needed today! Thank you for sharing and making my day much more peaceful!

 

[HisGrace]

Hi Ladies,
I was wondering if you could pray for me, I'm having a hard time today. I took a test this am (8dpo) and was so disappointed to see another bfn. I know that 8dpo in still considered early but with DS2 I had a definite bfp at 8dpo on a frer. I know that 8 months of ttc is nothing compared to some...it feels like an eternity for me.

I found this article I had saved on my phone and completely lost it when I read it (https://theleakyboob.com/?s=baby+explains) , I cried out to God asking him to give me the strength to face the numerous bfn's and the courage to continue to ttc.
I hope all is well with you all!

Please don't think that the length of time of your infertility journey makes your feelings invalid. 8 months is a long time, and I totally understand where you're coming from. I felt like I had reached my breaking point at around 7 months of TTC. I quit the board for a while and got upset with God, but He was still there will me for the next 11 months while I waited on a bfp. He will get you through this. Just lean on Him.

 

[Godsjewel]

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Hebrews 13:8

You’ve all seen them. Those commercials that interrupt your favorite television program. Intimate glimpses into the blissful interactions of parent and infant. An awestruck toddler discovering the wonder of a frog. A bald, gurgling baby gleefully splashing as she is bathed in the kitchen sink. Yes, the voiceover on the commercial is correct. “Having a baby changes everything.”

Every time I hear that line, I also hear the anguished cry of millions of infertile women: “Yeah? Well, not having a baby changes everything too.”

Infertility brings many life changes. Your dreams change. Your view of your future changes. Your plans change. Even your vacations change. After all, you can’t go rock climbing during that dreaded two week wait--just in case!

But there one thing that will never change, even through the ups and downs of infertility. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

The same Jesus who wept with Mary and Martha when their hearts were broken, weeps with you as you stare brokenhearted at another negative pregnancy test. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

The same Jesus who wouldn’t let go of Peter’s hand when the storm raged on is the same Jesus who holds you tight every time someone else announces a pregnancy. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

Through your changed dreams and plans, through the changing seasons of your infertility, Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. He will remain forever steady and unchanging, even as the calendar changes from month to month and year to year.

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.

-Beth Forbus

 

[Aims13h]

Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to me HisGrace and GodsJewel! I start to feel guilty complaining about my short time dealing with infertility when there are couples who have difficulties for years.
I feel so much better today than I did yesterday. Thank you, my dear sisters in Christ!

 

[xxx_faithful]

Hi Ladies,
I was wondering if you could pray for me, I'm having a hard time today. I took a test this am (8dpo) and was so disappointed to see another bfn. I know that 8dpo in still considered early but with DS2 I had a definite bfp at 8dpo on a frer. I know that 8 months of ttc is nothing compared to some...it feels like an eternity for me.

I found this article I had saved on my phone and completely lost it when I read it (https://theleakyboob.com/?s=baby+explains) , I cried out to God asking him to give me the strength to face the numerous bfn's and the courage to continue to ttc.
I hope all is well with you all!

I agree with HisGrace, don't think that the length of time of your infertility journey makes your feelings invalid. Everyone has different thresholds of what they are emotionally willing to take, when it comes to infertility. We tried for 1year unintentionally, 1year intentionally and then another 9mths to conceive, after we miscarried the first time. Looking back, yes God did make me stronger and more resilient, more patient and more focused on him. But it doesn't mean i didn't struggle from the first month to the last month trying. I pray in the time that you are waiting, that you use that time to learn more about Him as he gives you all the strength and peace you need, to get you through.

He has your back. He always has and he always will.


xxx_faithful

 

[xxx_faithful]

Dear Lord Father,

I pray the woman in this thread will open their hearts to you and become vulnerable with what you have to say. Do not let them be weary nor troubled with what is ahead of them, nor let them continue living the pain of their past. Renew their spirit and form a hunger in them for a deeper understanding of your Word and the promises you have set before each and everyone of them. Let their lives honour you, and let their words speak your praise.

In Jesus Name, Amen.



Reflection: Lately I've been thinking in particular about these questions. They are reflective questions and questions made to provoke either an answer or a change in answer. It gets me every time..

What does your mouth speak?

What does it say about your family?

About your view on life?

About your faith in God?

If what your heart is made out of, your mouth speaks. Then, what do you pray?

xxx_faithful

 

[Kuawen]

Ladies, I want to thank all of you for your prayers and your kind words through this extremely difficult journey I and my DH have been on for the past 11 months. I'm ecstatic to share that God has blessed us with another BFP, and as of today I have officially missed my AF! I've already surpassed the amount of time that I've spent pregnant with our angels, and so far it's looking like this one is here to stay.

I would like to ask for your continued prayer, that our LO may continue to grow and be healthy. Praise God!

 

[HisGrace]

Congratulations, Kuawen! I pray you have a happy and healthy 9 months!!!

 

[ByHisGrace08]

Hello Ladies!!! So my husband is home from the hospital!!!! He is still very sick but at least we are home!

In other news I have been meaning to post this for a while but well been kinda busy!

A few weeks ago a couple at our church shared their testimony about infertility and I wanted to share it with you. Here is the link to the website and their the name of the sermon.

www.actsii.org/ •Our Story and Your Story Make His-tory

Also another couple in our town who are high school sweethearts and been married 15 years also battled infertility but just announced they are expecting!!!

Just wanted to share this exciting news as I found it so uplifting!!!

Blessings & Babydust,

 

[Aims13h]

Ladies, I want to thank all of you for your prayers and your kind words through this extremely difficult journey I and my DH have been on for the past 11 months. I'm ecstatic to share that God has blessed us with another BFP, and as of today I have officially missed my AF! I've already surpassed the amount of time that I've spent pregnant with our angels, and so far it's looking like this one is here to stay.

I would like to ask for your continued prayer, that our LO may continue to grow and be healthy. Praise God!

congratulations!!!! God is good!!! I wish you a happy and healthy 9 months!

 

[Aims13h]

Hello Ladies!!! So my husband is home from the hospital!!!! He is still very sick but at least we are home!

In other news I have been meaning to post this for a while but well been kinda busy!

A few weeks ago a couple at our church shared their testimony about infertility and I wanted to share it with you. Here is the link to the website and their the name of the sermon.

www.actsii.org/ •Our Story and Your Story Make His-tory

Also another couple in our town who are high school sweethearts and been married 15 years also battled infertility but just announced they are expecting!!!

Just wanted to share this exciting news as I found it so uplifting!!!

Blessings & Babydust,

So happy to hear that he is well enough to be home!

 

[ProfWife]

Congratulations, Kuawen!

 

[cupcakestoy]

Kuawen~Congrats again & Prayers for a H&H 9 months! Hope your bfp is the start of a Trend!!!

ByHisGrace08~Praise God! Glad your dh is home! Prayers for a complete recovery! Such inspiring news also! God is Faithful!!!!

 

[Kuawen]

Unfortunately, as quickly as we knew of their existence, our LO went to be with God today. I've now had 3 CP's within the last year, and my DH and I have decided to contact that local fertility clinic in hopes of receiving the help that my current doctor has failed to give. I want to thank you all for your kind words and ask for your prayers as we endure this third and most painful loss.

 

[Mattsgirl]

Kuawen I'm so sorry for your lose. I cant imagine the hurt your going through. I will be praying for strength and guidance for the doctors so they can figure out the problem.

It feels like I only post when I need prayer but I do stalk this thread. You guys are just such great prayer warriors that when I really need something prayed for I try and ask everybody I know.

My poor younger sister she has had two miscarriages in the last year. The first one being while I was pregnant with Jack. She found out at the beginning of the month that shes pregnant again. They went in for an early ultrasound last week (she thought she was 8 weeks) and they couldn't find the heartbeat and the baby was measuring smaller than it should have. So she has a follow up ultrasound on Tuesday. If you giys could take a minute and pray for her and her hubby. They are having a really hard time. If they do end up loosing this baby the doctors will finally do some test to find out why this keeps happening. So if you could also pray for that. I would be eternally in your debate.
I hate seeing my sister go through this and notbe able to do anything for her.