[CLOSED GROUP] TTC to 1st diaper - Welcome Freya! Congrats to fezzle!

[LillyTame]

lmao @ my face...I was talking to a coworker and trying to eat my applesauce and I just didn't want to swallow that last bite! lmao I know I had to be a sight to see He asked if I was having a seizure!

 

[MIZZYD]

lol, I hate applesauce, yuck!!

 

[lamago]

I got my referral. Here is the info the new doc posted about himself. I'm waiting for an appointment. What do you think?

Biography

I completed my fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the University of Pennsylvania in 2002 where I had several publications and focused my research on several aspects of infertility. I attended medical school at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon where I graduated with distinction, then completed my residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Wright State University, in Dayton, Ohio. I worked as director of infertility at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, from 2005 to 2010 before I joined Kaiser Permanente.

About my practice

I concentrate on helping couples with fertility problems. I also help women who have problems with fibroids, endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, diminished ovarian reserve, and tubal problems, and men with low sperm counts. I believe that the most important part of infertility treatment is giving good counseling not only about the medical treatment itself but also about the psychological and financial impact of infertility on couples enduring it. I practice infertility treatment like everything else in life — with plenty of compassion and positive energy.
How I thrive

I speak fluent French and Arabic (Lebanese). I love to travel and enjoy international music and reading about history of old civilizations and religions. I exercise four times a week at the ocean, and I love to walk on the beach.

 

[Pirate]

He seems young enough that he'll be up to date on current techniques but experienced enough that he won't just be fumbling around. As far as his academic pedigree goes, I know nothing about American University in Beirut, Penn is an Ivy so I'm sure they only accept the best of the best, and Wright State flies under the radar but is a pretty darn good medical school. He comes across a bit pompous to me in this profile, but I think profiles always come across this way, but confidence in one's skills is always a good thing in the medical profession.

I hope this is the doctor that will have answers for you!

 

[LillyTame]

Sounds like a Match dot com profile

 

[txbiscuit]

He sounds very knowledgable. I hope you like him!

@Lilly - lmao! As I was reading the last part, I thought, "Goodness! Does he also enjoy stargazing, swing dancing, and meaningful conversations that go on for hours?"

He honestly reminds me a lot of my friend that's a neurosurgeon. I don't necessarily think cockiness is a bad thing as long as you like him.

 

[lamago]

Lol, that's so funny. It's a match! I'll let you know how it goes hopefully I can schedule before next af.

 

[Twag]

Good luck lamago

 

[Mrs. JJ]

Sounds great lamago!

 

[lamago]

So it's a no go before next AF. Have my appointment Feb. 4th. I guess that's the trouble with Kaiser. I remember having to wait a while for appointments but its' mostly because I asked for that specific doctor. They did tell me to bring my previous results so they don't have to re-work that which sounds great to me. They put me on the wait list just in case. Oh, and they want to see husband and me together which sounds like a good plan to me too!

 

[Fezzle]

Sounds promising- hope your next appointment goes well!

 

[Twag]

All sounds like it is moving in the right direction Lamago Good luck

 

[lamago]

Thanks ladies, In the meantime I've been having a slow getting back to Myfitnesspal after the Rosca. I'm still weighing in on Friday but not expecting much!

 

[Snackimals]

@lamago:
I think the doctor sounds awesome! They do always sound kinda cocky, but... ah. I think it's part of the job. You'll know the second you meet him how you 'really' feel, is my advice. I was impressed with my REI doc based on his profile, but man did I just LOVE him in person. It all just made sense.
I'm super confident that you are making a huge step in the right direction. I'm super excited! Especially as a woman who put 100% of her faith in her REI doctor

 

[LillyTame]

I thought this was funny and had to share with someone, but I can't tell OH because he will get all butt hurt:

I made two salads yesterday...intending one for lunch today and one for tomorrow. OH thought one was for him! This morning I saw him slip it into his lunch pail! lol I didn't say anything...I thought it was cute and funny. Love that dork

 

[Twag]

Aww bless him

 

[lamago]

Too funny! I made a bunch of salads too by my OH pretty much leaves them alone!

 

[Pirate]

That's so sweet, Lil!

 

[lamago]

Who are the 3 ttc'ers? I know I'm one. I have a irl friend I recommended to bnb. She's starting clomid this month after ttc since feb. she had a chemical in Sept. Afm, I'm nearing the end of this cycle. I hate this time of the cycle it's so nerve wrecking

 

[Pirate]

Fezzle and I are the other two. Clandie and Lilly are the NTNPers.

This part of the cycle is the worst. So far I've been pretty chill, but there is plenty of time left for the crazy to come out.