F.A.I.T.H. (Forsaking all, I trust Him)

[groovygrl]

good afternoon ladies!

what a gorgeous name guppy - i am so happy for you, what a glorious gift You probably look super cute, all tiny with Isaiah bump making your tummy round and sticky outty!

cheerios and mrskc - glad to hear that your meds are doing what they're supposed to. Bring on another fabulous fertile cycle!

ha ha dahlia - I love the turkey baster story Heh? A girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do, right? lol Any chance can be kept vital for a couple weeks (in the fridge/freezer) at home so that I can try that gig when DH away this next fertile period? Ya, I know the answer. If his schedule keeps on going like this I'm going to look into IUI.

ready - glad you caught the LH surge and managed to BD with it. You have another week to wait right? Sorry if you're trying to keep your mind off it Guess I'll give the LH detector sticks another go.

I tested on Fri (which was day 27 - of my usual 28 day cycle) and got a BFN but now I'm at day 30 and still no AF I will test again tomorrow (Tues.) but really don't think I'm pg. I have absolutely no symptoms. Exception: AF symptom of being very grouchy and intollerant has been building for a week and it's going to make me explode! (DH too - poor guy) I think it's still just a bit of wonky hormonal stuff from recent MC.

I'll keep you posted. As always, you are all in my prayers. lotsa lov xoxo

 

[Guppy051708]

groovygrl, i didn't have any noticable symptoms until about 8 weeks up the duff, so dont let that discourage ya Praying you get a when you do test next.

 

[groovygrl]

thanks guppy

was your first pregnancy the same re: no sypmtoms. Or have they both been different?

very encouraged by your 'up the duff' experience this time 'round.(I still get a giggle outta that term, it's so funny)Thank you for sharing your journey!

nighty night kitten, probably time for you and Isaiah to go to

x

 

[Rdy2BaMom]

Hello all!

Glad to see that everyone is doing well!! My weekend has been great. I got to spend Friday with my sister and SIL. We went to get mani's and pedi's and then we all went out together (with our DH's) to dinner for my SIL and my birthday. It was so nice! Then Sat. I got to go to a movie w/ my bro and SIL and nephew. I am so blessed!!

Today was a little challenging for me though. . . as you all know, my SIL on my DH's side has a new baby. Well, we went to my FIL's church today (he's the pastor there) and all he kept bringing up during his sermon was his new grandson and how he wished he had more than one. . .yada yada yada. It brought me to tears! I want a little one soooo bad, and that just made it worse. I felt kinda bad for getting upset during the service, but geez! Oh well.. . . .


Guppy- I love the name dear!! and especially the meaning, so sweet

I had also heard about the turkey baster thing, but I'm with mrskc, I would think that IUI would be much more effective since that gets it into the uterus. Hmmm. . . may have to try it anyway.

So, this may be a dumb question, but do y'all think it is better if DH and I "O" at the same time?? I know that would be pretty hard to do, but if that would help, we may just have to try.

Hope all of you have a great Monday! Hugs!!! and blessings on all of you!

 

[somedaymama]

It's hard to be around little babies, that's for sure.

Sorry about the BFN groovygrl!!

 

[Guppy051708]

thanks guppy

was your first pregnancy the same re: no sypmtoms. Or have they both been different?

very encouraged by your 'up the duff' experience this time 'round.(I still get a giggle outta that term, it's so funny)Thank you for sharing your journey!

nighty night kitten, probably time for you and Isaiah to go to

x

No problem hun
Last time the only symptom i had until about 8 weeks was sleeping. I was always so VERY tired. Even the DH noticed that one! But this time i havn't been that noticable tired. Other than that its been practically the same.

Oh yes, i think the "up the duff" term is funny too
Hope you enjoyed your sleep! Isaiah was kind to me last night haha. no sickness...except for this morning but that was my fault because i slept in too late

 

[Guppy051708]

It's hard to be around little babies, that's for sure.

Even as a currently pregnant woman i truly understand this. After the miscarriage it was so hard for me to be happy for my sister who had a newborn. I was happy for her, but also sad because i didn't have a baby. It's a tough journey but thankfully we have Jesus on our side. I know you girls will all get those babies. The Lord even tells us we will "multiple". Praying for you ladies.

 

[cheerios]

Rdy2baMom - Hey, that makes 2 of us who cried at the service yesterday. . I think your FIL was simply overwhelmed with having a grandson.

I don´t know about O together. Is it supposed to be better? I don´t understand why it would be. I find it very satisfying when that happens, but isn´t it supposed to be better if the guy O deep inside you....so any position that facilitates deeper penetration?

 

[cheerios]

groovygrl - Sorry about your BFN. I hope that either your get your BFP soon or your AF comes and puts you out of your misery.

 

[willbamom1day]

Happy Monday!

Welcome back Dahlia

Guppy what an awesome name and meaning for it - that a way to show satan who is boss

groovy I sure hope that bfn turns to bfp

lots of for everyone - hope today is bringing lots of blessings to you all

Wonder just how much attention I pay to your life - The very hairs on your head are all numbered. (Maththew 10:30)

 

[somedaymama]

Aaisrie, are you still around? How are you doing? I'm praying for you.

 

[mrskcbrown]

Aaisrie, are you still around? How are you doing? I'm praying for you.

Yeah I was wondering about her as well. I hope she is fine. I think Im_mi talks to her quite frequently.

RDY2BAMOM: I dont think me and DH would ever have a baby if we relied on "Oing" at the same time. That is very hard for us. We have to do it seperately, LOL.

Last night of provera thank God and hopefully period will come some day this week. Then onto femara and everything else to try and get this baby!!!

 

[Guppy051708]

So, this may be a dumb question, but do y'all think it is better if DH and I "O" at the same time?? I know that would be pretty hard to do, but if that would help, we may just have to try.

Hey friend!
I have taken a couple sexual health classes at Penn State and ALL of the books and professors said that's a myth. It doesn't make a difference, AND getting pregnant doesn't appear to have anything to do with "O"ing. In fact, many woman have never experienced an "O". By all means you can certainly try it but to my knowledge it wont make a difference.

 

[Deb111]

Hi Cheerios

I'm in Birmingham in the UK.

I teach 5 / 6 yr olds. I think part of my problem is that I have suffered on and off with depression for several years but I can't take anything for it now I'm TTC - and to be honest, when I stopped my meds 3 years ago, I was in a place where I was heaps better and didn't need it anymore, but a few things lately, including TTC issues, have kinda triggered it off again but I'm working hard at getting through it rather than giving into it. Just feel like I'm going through the motions of life and watching everyone else 'live' their lives.

I've got quite good at putting on an act over the last few years, so the kids don't see it and nor do the people I work with ... but I feel it

Hey dear Deb!

Thanks for sharing so openly. I can understand how TTC can trigger depression. I´ve never actually been diagnosed with depression, though I can get depressive easily, which I actually am aware of, so I try not to fall into that pit too deeply.

Do you see a counsellor? Or like a Christian mentor? I have one, but haven´t seen her for the longest time. I think I shd make another appt with her..... It would be good to get prayer on a regular basis? To kinna keep your spirits up so that you don´t store everything inside you..... Does your DH know about this??? What does he say / suggest?

I have seen various counsellors and therapists over the years, which have helped sometimes. My dr has referred me for some counselling but I have to wait a few weeks for an appt - it sounds like it will be working on my self esteem issues and feelings of failure and worthlessness which I guess will be a good thing.

I know people say you should snap out of it and we all know it's not that easy, but in a strange way I do kinda feel I need something to trigger a change and in some way to flip my perspective. I think the weather will help - we've had such a dark, miserable winter here and I miss the sunshine. I'm sure we all suffer from this SAD to an extent.

Dh knows how I'm feeling lately and is being supportive and he knows what it feels like too. He had been very down lately and has recently 'snapped out of it' and is so much happier these days - I think that has something to do with his thyroid tablets eventually kicking in ... but whatever it is ... I wish he could bottle it ... I'd pay good money for that!

Sending you hugs

 

[groovygrl]

morning everyone!

got AF last night. Boo

but...like Cheerios said, put's me out of my misery. I will have a month off TTC 'cus DH away again. As much as I want a BFP asap, it'll be good for me to take a month off. I'm still struggling through grief and taking some time to just breathe will do me good.

Re: O'ing together.

As I understand it: The reason this is 'meant' to be helpfull is that once DH lets loose his legions of , a well timed 'O' (same time or right after)causes your cervix to make contracting and/or pulsating movements, sucking any spermies that are pooled at the cervix into the reproductive tract.

I have read also that this is great in theory but not necessary. Might be fun to try? I'm with mrskc - I would never get pregnant if this was a pre-requisite. We're just happy to get our 'groove' on at all in this journey to TTC. It can sometimes be a real challenge to be 'genuinely enthusiastic' when all you can think about is conception. I'm working on that one. (BTW - nice work if you can get it ) Something funny: my friend told me a story about how she kept her OH enthusiastic on the TTC journey. He was getting frustrated and launched into a rant about how life has revolved around graphs, tests and days marked and/or circled on the calendar. After giving it some thaught she marked one day a month on the calendar that was circled in rainbow felt markers and decorated with stars. It was called, 'STEAK and B.J.' day. you can imagine his response

Rdy - sounds like you had a fantastic week-end! yes, you are - we are blessed. Thank you for showing me how to look at all the wonderful things I have and do. It's hard through the tears. yes, babies, babies everywhere and everything babies -it is crushing.

And so I stand up, brush off and keep on believing

 

[somedaymama]

Aww sorry to hear AF showed up groovygrl. I hope that this is a good month of healing for you. Thanks for sharing your sweetness even when you are sad.

 

[groovygrl]

thank you someday! you are sooooooo lovely and yes, I'm going to work on healing this month. breathing, praying, yoga, reading, eating well. I'm looking forward to it. How's school?

And I look forward to cheering you all on 'cus anything and everything is possible. And... we are more than two or three gathered in HIS name

 

[somedaymama]

That sounds like a great plan groovygrl!

School is...insane. I have a project and presentation due Wednesday, a midterm Thursday, and I'm taking the GMAT on Saturday. After this week, it's all downhill to graduation! Thanks for asking.

 

[groovygrl]

Deb - thank you for sharing your challenges. I'm sorry you're struggling

I too have had challenges with anxiety and depression in the past. About 6-7 years ago I opted to try medication and then weaned myself off after a year(my flat-mate at the time was a dr. so she helped me come off them properly.) I have not had any serious challenges in this regard until my MC 2 months ago. Like you, medication is not an option so I must work and pray really hard to stay healthy. It's like swimming against the current. I'll get there, I just have to stay 'tuned in' and remain diligent.

You're right though, the weather will give you a boost and let me know when you and DH figure out how to bottle up 'super natural, organic PMA' juice. I'll pay big $$

 

[cheerios]

Hey girls!
Have you all heard of Joel Osteen? That guy is amazing! God has spoken to me sooo many times through his sermons and daily devotionals.... Here´s today´s one....

Content Whatever the Circumstances

Today’s Verse: “…I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances” (Philippians 4:11, NIV).

Today’s Word:

It’s easy in life to get so focused on our dreams, goals, and what we want that it consumes us. We can get to the point where we’re not going to be happy until it happens. But I’ve found that if we have to have something in order to be happy, our lives are out of balance. When our goals and dreams start to frustrate us, when we lose our peace, and we’re not enjoying life; that’s a sure sign that we’re holding on too tightly. What’s the solution? You’ve got to release it. Freedom comes when you say, “God, I’m turning it all over to You. You know my desires, and You know what’s best for me. I’m choosing to trust You and trust Your timing.”

When we learn to be content whatever the circumstances, it takes away the power of the enemy. It takes away his ability to frustrate us. Not only that, but by our actions we are showing our faith in God. When you choose to trust in His timing, you can live in peace, you can live in joy, and you can rest in Him knowing that He has good things in store for your future.

Prayer for Today: Heavenly Father, today I choose to trust in You. I release frustration over the dreams and desires in my heart, knowing that You know what’s best for me. I choose to trust in Your timing because You are faithful, and I will bless You in all things. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Hope it blesses you all as much as it blesses me....

Oh, funny thing. I had such a hard time sleeping last night. Think I took abt 2.5 hrs! It happens every now and then. While I was tossing and turning the whole 2.5 hrs, it suddenly dawned on me. Perhaps getting pregnant is like falling asleep. The more you yearn for it, the harder it gets. I fall asleep so easily when I don´t even think about it. But oh boy, when I know I need to wake up early PLUS went to bed late PLUS am stressed, I take double or triple the amt. of time to sleep.....

Anyway, just sharing my thoughts.

Groovygrl - Lucky you that your AF has arrived!!!!!! Ok, I´m saying this cos I´ve been waiting for mine for 2 mths now....and nope, I´m not PG. That´s a PCOS thing. Good to take a break from TTC. Enjoy life. I´m doing that anyways. I had 3 weeks of migraine cos of Metformin, so literally had no sex or hardly any sex the past 3 weeks. Since I reduced my dosage last Sat, it has improved a lot. But hubby is mega busy at work...Its 10.23pm and he´s still not back. He said he´d be late this entire week.... Glad that Metformin isn´t giving me migraines anymore, just a bit of headaches....cos at least I´m not suffering in pain while TTCing.