Christian ladies TTC, we can encourage one another.

[Godsjewel]

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.

Praise God!!! It is such a miraculous sight to see. Thank you for sharing with us.

 

[No Doubt]

Thanks Jett! Beautiful! And yes, they would have told you if something was wrong, so no worries.

 

[Jett55]

I keep reminding myself that God wouldn't answer my prayers exactly how I prayed just to let satan take it away. I wanted to be pregnant by the end of the year he honored that I had a friend I wanted to be prego with & a week after I found out she got her bfp. We also speak blessings over our baby & my pastor even said they've been speaking over it & in agreement with us so why I let my silly mind get in my way sometimes I'll never know

 

[xxx_faithful]

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Sar - this is for you !!! Love ya heaps (& your trips xxx)

 

[QueenKingfish]

Hey, all! Sorry for my recent lurker-only presence. I've been trying to keep up on news and prayers while on vacation.

Turns out the Pixie Dust and Disney Magic didn't result the way we hoped it would, so I will be calling our OB/GYN tomorrow to start our Clomid journey. I've had a feeling this whole time (13 cycles) that Clomid would be what we needed, but hoped God would answer our prayers before we got there.

Had a bit of an awkward situation at my day job this week. We were having our monthly staff webcast and my boss said I had been a bit nauseated on our vacation to Florida. Someone asked why. Someone else (who is a bit excitable) started jumping up and down and screaming, "I know why! I know why!" My heart sank. I had to reel her back, "No you don't. Sorry. Just from a couple of the simulated motion rides." I know my boss wasn't thinking that connection would be made, but boy did it stir up some emotions in me I thought I'd already dealt with.

Church was an emotional roller coaster today. I had to leave during the last song of worship because I was sure with how hard I was crying that my mascara had smeared all over my face and I would look like Gene Simmons. I walked into the office and was greeted by our Sr Pastor's wife and one of the Childrens' Pastors. They immediately surrounded me with prayer to give us comfort in the waiting and for my womb to be opened so we could be blessed with a child. (The people I work with are AWESOME, y'all!) Then, the message was about quieting yourself to hear God's voice and it really spoke to my current state of unstable emotions and disappointment. On the way to the car I ran into one of my best friends, who made a comment that just spurned a revelation in me during a quiet moment. She said, "Not that you wouldn't have been thankful when baby came, but now you'll be even more so."

I've heard that a million times before, but now I get it. If we had been blessed with a baby exactly when I wanted to be, I'm not sure if I would've known that this child we are going to be given isn't ours at all - maybe on the surface, but not like I do now. This is His little tiny person that He is sending for us to raise up for His will to be done in their life.

Hope you all had a blessed weekend!

 

[Godsjewel]

Hey, all! Sorry for my recent lurker-only presence. I've been trying to keep up on news and prayers while on vacation.

Turns out the Pixie Dust and Disney Magic didn't result the way we hoped it would, so I will be calling our OB/GYN tomorrow to start our Clomid journey. I've had a feeling this whole time (13 cycles) that Clomid would be what we needed, but hoped God would answer our prayers before we got there.

Had a bit of an awkward situation at my day job this week. We were having our monthly staff webcast and my boss said I had been a bit nauseated on our vacation to Florida. Someone asked why. Someone else (who is a bit excitable) started jumping up and down and screaming, "I know why! I know why!" My heart sank. I had to reel her back, "No you don't. Sorry. Just from a couple of the simulated motion rides." I know my boss wasn't thinking that connection would be made, but boy did it stir up some emotions in me I thought I'd already dealt with.

Church was an emotional roller coaster today. I had to leave during the last song of worship because I was sure with how hard I was crying that my mascara had smeared all over my face and I would look like Gene Simmons. I walked into the office and was greeted by our Sr Pastor's wife and one of the Childrens' Pastors. They immediately surrounded me with prayer to give us comfort in the waiting and for my womb to be opened so we could be blessed with a child. (The people I work with are AWESOME, y'all!) Then, the message was about quieting yourself to hear God's voice and it really spoke to my current state of unstable emotions and disappointment. On the way to the car I ran into one of my best friends, who made a comment that just spurned a revelation in me during a quiet moment. She said, "Not that you wouldn't have been thankful when baby came, but now you'll be even more so."

I've heard that a million times before, but now I get it. If we had been blessed with a baby exactly when I wanted to be, I'm not sure if I would've known that this child we are going to be given isn't ours at all - maybe on the surface, but not like I do now. This is His little tiny person that He is sending for us to raise up for His will to be done in their life.

Hope you all had a blessed weekend!

Hi Sweetie!

We never know what avenue God is going to use to bless your family with a child. Like me, NEVER in my life did I think I was going to have to wait over 6yrs and then use IVF to conceive! I would have never been able to share my faith with the staff at the IVF clinic and they would of never seen God work in my life through all the miscarriages and unforeseen circumstances that happened all last year if I were to have conceived naturally. God will turn it all around for the good.

God knows what He is doing and we just have to continue to trust in Him and praise Him along the way.

 

[Godsjewel]

During a period of time prior to my marriage when I was trying to flaunt my independence, I decided I could handle everything entirely on my own. I was moving from one apartment to another and would not allow anyone to help me load furniture. I was going to load the glass top of my kitchen table into the back seat of my small Honda Accord and take it to my new apartment--all by myself. I carried it down a flight of stairs and made it to the parking lot, but when I got to my car, I realized the door was locked. I propped the glass table top on my foot to dig my keys out of my pocket, and was quite proud of my progress thus far. I got my door unlocked and began to gently slide the huge piece of glass into the back seat when everything--including the glass--fell apart. Apparently, I bumped the edge of the glass on the inside of the door frame at the just the right--or just the wrong--angle and CRRRRACK!!!!!!! The huge piece of glass split right down the middle. The oval shaped table top immediately became two gigantic shards of glass and one sliced the inside of my right wrist open like a hot knife through a stick of butter. The parking lot must’ve looked like a crime scene to the apartment dwellers who came home later that evening as there was broken glass and pools of blood everywhere! (In an odd twist, I was working as a counselor in a psychiatric hospital at the time and had to conduct counseling sessions with my wrist bandaged. It took a great deal of explanation at work before I was allowed to do my job.)

Many years have passed since my stubborn encounter with foolishness and glass table tops, yet I still carry a scar on the inside of my right wrist. It has faded with time, but it is still there. Sometimes when I notice that scar, I laugh a little when I remember how silly it was of me to not allow anyone to help me. Sometimes I remember how awkward it was to try to explain the injury to my employer. Nevertheless, no matter what I remember when I see the scar, I always know the wound is healed.

There is no doubt your infertility has caused scars. Some may be physical scars from surgeries you’ve endured in an attempt to correct the failures of a faulty reproductive system. The more painful wounds are the invisible ones--the scars on your wounded heart. Maybe some scars are old, some are more recent. Does your heart bear the scars of hurtful words, spoken out of ignorance, but injuring just the same? Another birthday without a baby cuts like a knife. Baby shower invitations make scars like paper cuts across the surface of your heart. Perhaps your scars run deeper. Have your heart and soul been wounded by the loss of your precious baby? What do you remember when you see the scars infertility has tattooed on your heart?

The Bible is an amazing love story to each of us who has ever felt the sting of baby hunger. It is the Word of a God who fully understands what it feels like to want a child to come into His family. He also understands what the death of a child feels like. Remember, His Child died too. If you are nursing wounds today, and you carry scars from infertility’s hand, please allow me the privilege of sharing a couple of passages of Scriptures with you. Psalm 34:18 says The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. If you are hurting because your womb and nursery remain silent, know that God is near. When you feel you will collapse under the weight of an empty cradle, envision the God of the universe rushing to your side to bear the weight for you . Psalm 147:3 says “He (the Lord) heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” If you feel wounded by infertility today, know that the Lord is working to bind your wounds. The Great Physician takes His place at your bedside to brush away your tears and bind your wounds. Even if you cannot sense His presence, God promises to be near to you, ever working, ever binding the wounds, ever healing the hurts of His child.

There’s an interesting thing about scars. When you look at them, what do you see? You can see a scar as a reminder that you’ve been wounded, or you can see them as a reminder that you’ve been healed. You can remember the hurt and the pain of the injury that caused the scar, or you can remember the healing and the restoration you’ve experienced. How will you choose to look at the scars of infertility? Will you choose to remember all the hurtful days and nights when tears flooded your face and your arms were achingly empty, or will you choose to remember that God Himself walked beside you through each and every experience? Will you choose to allow infertility to cause a chasm to grow between you and God, or will you choose to allow this difficult season to be the catalyst for a stronger relationship between you and the One who truly understands the hurts your heart carries? Your scars can be a magnificent vehicle for your testimony of healing to another who comes behind you bearing similar scars.

What will you remember when you view your scars?

-BF

 

[Godsjewel]

Getting away for a few days was a good idea. Ever since their weekend getaways to the beach in the early days of their marriage, this secluded shore had been therapy for Riley’s wounded soul. She so needed its respite now.

She had always been so strong. Where had all her strength gone now that she needed more than ever before? Through every challenge life had presented, she’d stood firm. The pressures of college, competing against older, more experienced coworkers for career advancements, even the ups and downs of her relationship with Jake as they moved from a dating relationship toward the permanency of marriage. In every situation she had faced, if she tried hard enough, if she studied hard enough, if she fought hard enough she could get what she wanted. Nothing had made her feel as helpless as their inability to conceive. Infertility had ripped every modicum of control out of her hands. She had done all she knew to do. She had gone to doctors. She had taken care of her body and nothing worked. She had prayed more than she ever had in her life, studied her bible more and even fasted. Still no baby. She was beginning to wonder if God even cared.

She felt Jake’s strong arms slip around her waist as she leaned against the railing of the weathered pier. They stood silently for several minutes watching a young child play along the shoreline with his sailboat, as each wondered if they’d ever experience such with their own offspring. A crash of waves sent the young boy’s treasure flailing about the waves as he was helpless to retrieve it. Successive waves sent the vessel further and further away from the young captain, as his salty tears added to the ocean’s volume. Soon the tiny ship was lost and the frustrated boy sat down on the sand and cried.

“I understand, little guy,” Riley softly whispered. “I understand.”

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Perhaps one of the more difficult aspects of infertility is the feeling of loss of control. We like knowing that if we work hard enough, if we plan meticulously enough, if we pay close enough attention to details, things will work out the way we want. We all had our ideas of how our lives would pan out--finish school, find a good job and a wonderful spouse, become financially stable and have a baby! Everything went according to plan until you realized pregnancy would not come easily. Then, like a child’s toy being tossed about in the ocean’s current, everything went unmercifully out of control.

Perhaps you feel much like Jesus’ disciples did on the Sea of Galilee. A massive storm was howling and threatening to take their lives. Water was pouring over the sides of their boats and these experienced sailors were beginning to panic. They were doing everything they had ever been taught to do to survive a storm and nothing was working. Talk about feeling out of control! But there was good news! Jesus was on board!. Surely He would help. Their lives flashed before their eyes as they noticed a mind-boggling and confusing site--Jesus was snoring! Their lives and their ship were spinning out of control and the Son of God decided it was a good time to take a nap?!?

Fear-gripped men grabbed the Savior of the world and with panicked voices cried “Do You not care that we perish?” In other words, “Get up, Jesus!!!!! Help me out here!” They couldn’t understand why Jesus seemed so unconcerned when their lives seemed so out of control.

It wasn’t that Jesus didn’t care about their problem. Jesus knew that their storm wasn’t out of control. It just wasn’t in their control. Mark 4:39 says And He got up and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, "Hush, be still." And the wind died down and it became perfectly calm. With only a word from the Word, the storm died and the sailors lived. The problem that terrified them was never for one moment more powerful than the Savior who snored through the waves. Jesus was so confident that He was in full, total and loving control of the storm that He laid His head down and slept.

Do you realize that even in the most tumultuous moments of your infertility storm, your problem is never really out of control? It’s just that it’s not in your control. Jesus has never once lost control of your problem. He remains in full, total and loving control of your storm. He knows what you’re going through and He knows just how--and just when--to speak the word and bring peace and calm. Trust Him through the winds and waves. Trust Him through all the ups and downs. And hang on! It’s a wild ride!

-BF

 

[ProfWife]

Sarah!! You made it past 10 weeks! I'm so excited! Double digits!

 

[uwa_amanda]

Hey Everyone!

Sorry I haven't posted anything in what seems like forever!!

Sarah it is very exciting to see that you have made it to 10 weeks so far! I am praying for a smooth pregnancy for you.

Not too much is going on in our little duo. My husband and I are just tootling along with life. We are making strides on our goal of becoming debt free. We have a new outlook on our financial lives and are making plans for what we would like to do to secure our financial future.

The weather here is going to rapidly deteriorate where we are starting at about lunch tomorrow. I'm kind of scared because it is supposed to get icy. I can handle driving a little bit when it snows outside, but when it gets icy, I get nervous. My husband lived in upstate New York for a time so he knows what a ton of snow and ice looks like, but here in southern Alabama, we don't get that much snow/ice. I have only driven in snow/ice once in my life and by the time I made it to work, my stomach was so upset I wanted to throw up. That was when the sun was up and I could see very far ahead of me. It will be dark when I get off work when the brunt of it hits here. I cross over a number of bridges on my way home, but one in particular really makes me nervous. It's very high over the river just on our county line. God will guide me safely home though. I just have to put my faith and trust in Him in that He will help me steer my SUV safely and come home safe and secure.

We aren't used to this kind of winter that we've had. We've had two bitterly cold snaps lately. One about a month ago and now this one. I don't know about you who live north of the Deep South, but as far as I'm concerned, yall can keep this cold! LOLOLOLOLOLOL I love our southern winters here where the low temps drop down in the 30's but during the day still hover around the 50-60 degree mark. The last cold snap we had brought us single digits wind chills and low teens. Just thinking about that makes me shiver! LOL It'll be the weekend before we get back to some sort of normal.

Anyway...just wanted to let you all know that I read this thread everyday, but have become more a lurker than a poster. Praying for yall!!!

 

[steph_466]

Hey Everyone!

Sorry I haven't posted anything in what seems like forever!!

Sarah it is very exciting to see that you have made it to 10 weeks so far! I am praying for a smooth pregnancy for you.

Not too much is going on in our little duo. My husband and I are just tootling along with life. We are making strides on our goal of becoming debt free. We have a new outlook on our financial lives and are making plans for what we would like to do to secure our financial future.

The weather here is going to rapidly deteriorate where we are starting at about lunch tomorrow. I'm kind of scared because it is supposed to get icy. I can handle driving a little bit when it snows outside, but when it gets icy, I get nervous. My husband lived in upstate New York for a time so he knows what a ton of snow and ice looks like, but here in southern Alabama, we don't get that much snow/ice. I have only driven in snow/ice once in my life and by the time I made it to work, my stomach was so upset I wanted to throw up. That was when the sun was up and I could see very far ahead of me. It will be dark when I get off work when the brunt of it hits here. I cross over a number of bridges on my way home, but one in particular really makes me nervous. It's very high over the river just on our county line. God will guide me safely home though. I just have to put my faith and trust in Him in that He will help me steer my SUV safely and come home safe and secure.

We aren't used to this kind of winter that we've had. We've had two bitterly cold snaps lately. One about a month ago and now this one. I don't know about you who live north of the Deep South, but as far as I'm concerned, yall can keep this cold! LOLOLOLOLOLOL I love our southern winters here where the low temps drop down in the 30's but during the day still hover around the 50-60 degree mark. The last cold snap we had brought us single digits wind chills and low teens. Just thinking about that makes me shiver! LOL It'll be the weekend before we get back to some sort of normal.

Anyway...just wanted to let you all know that I read this thread everyday, but have become more a lurker than a poster. Praying for yall!!!

Hey hun! Im from Canada so I understand your fear of winter driving. Just remember to slow way down. The bridges are always way worse yes, slow down, do not slam the brakes ever... Slowly apply them when needed. Take a deep breath and have faith.. you will do great!

 

[fides]

Hi, ladies! :wave:

I'd love to join this group. I was in a similar one when TTCAL my toddler.

DH decided yesterday that we should be open to life, to God's will for our family instead of our own, so we're NTNP. I'm a bit nervous (we both thought we'd be stopping with two living kiddos), but also feel so free now that we are entrusting our fertility to the Lord's hands and plans.

We're not actively TTC, but do you ladies mind me joining in here anyway? I couldn't find a group for Christian NTNP'ers...

God bless!

 

[HisGrace]

Welcome Fides!!! Sarah is our group mommy and I'm sure she'll be in to welcome you soon. My husband and I have an 8 month old that was conceived after 17 months of trying and a loss. I think you'll really like this group. I know I do.

 

[Godsjewel]

Hey Everyone!

Sorry I haven't posted anything in what seems like forever!!

Sarah it is very exciting to see that you have made it to 10 weeks so far! I am praying for a smooth pregnancy for you.

Not too much is going on in our little duo. My husband and I are just tootling along with life. We are making strides on our goal of becoming debt free. We have a new outlook on our financial lives and are making plans for what we would like to do to secure our financial future.

The weather here is going to rapidly deteriorate where we are starting at about lunch tomorrow. I'm kind of scared because it is supposed to get icy. I can handle driving a little bit when it snows outside, but when it gets icy, I get nervous. My husband lived in upstate New York for a time so he knows what a ton of snow and ice looks like, but here in southern Alabama, we don't get that much snow/ice. I have only driven in snow/ice once in my life and by the time I made it to work, my stomach was so upset I wanted to throw up. That was when the sun was up and I could see very far ahead of me. It will be dark when I get off work when the brunt of it hits here. I cross over a number of bridges on my way home, but one in particular really makes me nervous. It's very high over the river just on our county line. God will guide me safely home though. I just have to put my faith and trust in Him in that He will help me steer my SUV safely and come home safe and secure.

We aren't used to this kind of winter that we've had. We've had two bitterly cold snaps lately. One about a month ago and now this one. I don't know about you who live north of the Deep South, but as far as I'm concerned, yall can keep this cold! LOLOLOLOLOLOL I love our southern winters here where the low temps drop down in the 30's but during the day still hover around the 50-60 degree mark. The last cold snap we had brought us single digits wind chills and low teens. Just thinking about that makes me shiver! LOL It'll be the weekend before we get back to some sort of normal.

Anyway...just wanted to let you all know that I read this thread everyday, but have become more a lurker than a poster. Praying for yall!!!

Father, today, in Jesus’ name, I confess Your Word over Amanda's travel plans and know that Your Word does not go out and return to You void, but it accomplishes what You say it will do. I give You thanks for moving quickly to perform Your Word and fulfill its promises.

As she prepares to travel, let her rejoice in the promises that Your Word holds for protection and safety of the righteous. Only You, Father, make us live in safety. We put our trust in You and dwell in Your protection. If she shall face any problems or trouble, she will run to You, Father, her Strong Tower and Shelter in time of need. Believing in the written Word of God, I speak peace, safety and success over her travel plans, in Jesus’ name.

As a child of God, her path of travel is preserved, and angels keep charge over her and surround her car. She will proceed with her travel plans without fear of accidents, problems or any type of frustrations. She has the peace of God and will allow fear no place as she travels; the Lord delivers her from every type of evil and preserves her for His Kingdom. I stand, confident that Amanda's travel plans will not be disrupted or confused.

Thank You, Father, that in every situation You are there to protect us. No matter in what means of transportation she chooses to travel, You have redeemed her and will protect her. The earth and all things on it are under Your command. You are our Heavenly Father. Through our faith in You, We have the power to tread on serpents and have all power over the enemy. No food or water will harm her when she arrives at her destination. Her travels are safe.

Father, I give You the glory in this situation. Thank You that as she keeps Your ways before her, she will be safe. Your mercy is upon her, and her travels will be safe. Not a hair on her head shall perish. Thank You, Father, for Your guidance and safety — You are worthy of all praise! Amen.

 

[uwa_amanda]

Thanks for the prayers and advice! The snow started a lot sooner than expected so the forecast changed from an inch or two to 4-6 inches of snow! It's snowing right now where I work and it is beginning to look like a Winter Wonderland. Of course the temps won't get above freezing for another couple of days. I'm glad we only get this once in a blue moon!

 

[Godsjewel]

Hi, ladies! :wave:

I'd love to join this group. I was in a similar one when TTCAL my toddler.

DH decided yesterday that we should be open to life, to God's will for our family instead of our own, so we're NTNP. I'm a bit nervous (we both thought we'd be stopping with two living kiddos), but also feel so free now that we are entrusting our fertility to the Lord's hands and plans.

We're not actively TTC, but do you ladies mind me joining in here anyway? I couldn't find a group for Christian NTNP'ers...

God bless!

Hi, I'm Sarah

We are so happy you found the thread and are joining us. There are many different stories from ladies all over the world. I'm sure you are going to fit in just fine

God bless you and your family as your pursue His will for your lives.

 

[uwa_amanda]

So my boss decided to let some of us who live further out go home early today because of the weather. It was treacherous ride, but I got home. The snow and ice started about 6 hours before expected and we downhill quickly. It was sleeting when I left this morning and as of right now, there's probably 2 inches of snow on my front yard and still snowing.

Thank you Lord for getting me home safely to my warm home!

 

[Godsjewel]

So my boss decided to let some of us who live further out go home early today because of the weather. It was treacherous ride, but I got home. The snow and ice started about 6 hours before expected and we downhill quickly. It was sleeting when I left this morning and as of right now, there's probably 2 inches of snow on my front yard and still snowing.

Thank you Lord for getting me home safely to my warm home!

Praise God you are home safe and sound

 

[No Doubt]

Hi Fides and welcome! Hope you find encouragement and blessings through this thread.

So glad for everyone's safe travels right now. The weather has been crap and the roads treacherous so I'm glad that everyone is taking it slow and being safe, and the Lord is looking out for everyone.

My hubs was taking Virtue to daycare one day and the tire needed some air which he was gonna get after he dropped him off but then he said all of a sudden it was flat and he heard that revolving thud sound. He was only up the street from our house, thank goodness, but he couldn't get the spare to drop (we have and Envoy) and the spare is in the back under the truck. Apparently those have a tendency to rust over, so the secondary latch won't release therefore the tire won't come down all the way and release. The truck is Virtue's mode of transportation as my hubs has a small two door car. Well, the Lord truly does work in mysterious ways. As it turns out, we needed a new tire anyway cause the one that went flat, while the tire itself was still intact (it just needed a new stem) when he'd taken the tire off to get the stem replaced, the back side that faces the brakes had three spots where the tire was starting to shred off in layers. So there were basically three weak spots where the tire could have blown at any moment. So scary to think when my son is the car, so although I didn't want to pay for a new tire, I'm glad that's all I had to deal with. So grateful He is always looking out for me and mines!

 

[cupcakestoy]

Hello Ladies! I have been following this thread as we have been TTC after a tubal reversal for the last 14 months. The devotionals & acts of faith & hope touch my heart. I am asking to join please. Honestly I am asking for prayer warriors. We received our BFP on 1/20/14, only to find out that our HCG levels are rising, but not doubling. Only have a 15-20% chance that our little one will make it. I pray that God has another Miracle left for us. This Journey has brought our family back to the Lord & I know he never will give us more than we can handle, but have to admit this last week, I have had my doubts on that. I seem to have come to a place where I am at peace for now & am hoping & praying that He will provide. Thanks for sharing your journeys, as well as your Faith for those of us who need uplifting....