From TTC with PCOS to Pregnancy :)

[Jules8]

I just thought I would start a group for the ladies who struggled with PCOS and finally got their

Here we can share our milestones, fears, vents, symptoms, etc. to help each other through the wonderful yet scary world of pregnancy.

 

[DannaD]

Great idea Jules! How are you feeling? Had any appointments yet?

 

[Jules8]

I'm feeling pretty good most days, which I am soaking up because its still early and I know the symptoms can increase. Mostly just sore bbs on and off, tired, and having trouble sleeping. I have had my HCG done 3 times and will have 1 more draw on Tuesday because my numbers started low. If all is still good on Tuesday then I set up a prenatal visit. I'm so ready to get through these first few weeks so I can relax a little.

How r u feeling?

 

[DannaD]

What were your numbers? I never had mine done, it's not common here.
How are you eating? Sticking to PCOS friendly stuff or not really? Haha, I'm still following it but it's though and I wonder how useful haha

 

[Jules8]

14dpo- 35 16dpo- 66.5 18dpo-270. They are doubling as they should so I'm trying not to worry too much. They normally don't do numbers, I just had it because I was doing fertility treatments.

I'm trying to eat healthy. It doesn't work out all the time, but I'm working on it. So hard when all I want is carbs. Lol

 

[DannaD]

What I really don't want is salad for some obscure reason haha.
I had a mini anxiety attack this morning. Heart was pounding and couldn't stop crying. I had a feeling of doom, very strong. Appointment is tomorrow so I'll know for sure very soon

 

[Jules8]

I am feeling emotional today too....my poor hubby. I put on a shirt and its super tight, I started crying and telling him its too early to be fat. I know its just bloat. I think im nervous becausr I am maid of honor in my best friends wedding on Friday so I'm scared the dress won't fit and I will look gross I'm pictures. I know thinking and acting this way is ridiculous but I can't help it...oh hormones.lol I'm also on edge because I'm telling my friend that has been going through infertility over the past few years. It's tough telling someone something your so happy about knowing it's going to make them sad.

I hope all goes well tomorrow. I'm excited for you! I hope you get to hear the heartbeat and they help ease your mind. The unknown is scary, but I'm sure everything will be OK.

 

[DannaD]

Oh crazy emotions! I scare myself sometimes, poor OH. I'm also really bloated and feeling super self conscious about it .

Had my scan today! It went so great, saw little baby waving its arms and legs with a heartbeat of 165. It feels much more real now

 

[Jules8]

Awwww! So happy you saw the baby! Do you feel better?

AFM: My numbers went up to 1220 so my doctor said I'm good to go and don't have to do more draws. I scheduled my prenatal visit for Monday. So excited!

 

[Linzalora]

Hi Jules and Danna! Congrats on awesome numbers and happy scans!

I would love to join you on this thread if you'll have me! I have PCOS that I've been managing with Primal/Paleo lifestyle. Been TTC for 6 years and got my very first BFP this cycle after 100mg clomid.

Had a scan done today that showed one gestational sac. Still so nervous because all of this feels so unreal!

 

[Linzalora]

I am feeling emotional today too....my poor hubby. I put on a shirt and its super tight, I started crying and telling him its too early to be fat. I know its just bloat.

Oh crazy emotions! I scare myself sometimes, poor OH. I'm also really bloated and feeling super self conscious about it .

Amen to this! I had a massive freak out last night at midnight. I don't even remember now what I was so upset about, but it was SO important! I know I was so nervous about the scan today. The lab tech had to take my blood pressure twice 'cause the stress was causing my BP to be out of control. And I am super bloated, too. Gotta drink more water!

 

[Jules8]

Welcome and congrats on your bfp Linz! We would love to have you.

How was your scan? They always have to take my bp twice, I have doctor anxiety..especially at the fertility doctor.

Are you still finding it easy to continue paleo now that your pregnant? I'm finding veggies hard to stomach these last few days. I have been OK with fruit..the only issue is staying away from breads and pastas which I am usually OK at avoiding.

 

[Linzalora]

How was your scan? They always have to take my bp twice, I have doctor anxiety..especially at the fertility doctor.

Are you still finding it easy to continue paleo now that your pregnant? I'm finding veggies hard to stomach these last few days. I have been OK with fruit..the only issue is staying away from breads and pastas which I am usually OK at avoiding.

Thanks! I've attached the first scan of our little miracle! The doc thinks I'm only 5 weeks-ish along, but I"ll have a follow up scan in a month to check on progress.

I've been really hungry, so it's hard to have enough paleo snacks available all the time. (It feels so weird to gnaw on half a chicken leg randomly at 3:40 in the afternoon...) I've definitely been lusting after crackers. Trying to stick to rice crackers or at least gluten-free. I can still handle veggies okay but they are really losing their appeal! Protein's been my best friend. Nut butters, roasted nuts, steaks, chicken, bone broth, etc. And, yes, all the fruits!

 

[DannaD]

Wlcome and congrats Linzalora! Great news!
And yay for good numbers Jules, you must feel great now 😊

I'm feeling much better after my scan! I know there's some things even a doctor can't know, but mine told me that I could tell everyone now, there was no reasons that pregnancy wouldn't work out, so that made me happy!

Here is a puc of my wiggly baby
https://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m482/real-dufresne/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg

 

[Linzalora]

I'm feeling much better after my scan! I know there's some things even a doctor can't know, but mine told me that I could tell everyone now, there was no reasons that pregnancy wouldn't work out, so that made me happy!

Thanks for the welcome! That is a beautiful scan, and congratulations on this happy milestone! How are you planning on telling everyone? I can't wait for that day- I'm just busting at the seams to share my news!

 

[Jules8]

Awwww! Look at those little beans in your scans. I can't wait to see mine!

Dana- Are you going to announce in a specific way or just tell everyone?

I had so many plans but so far I've just blurted it out before I could think of anything. Lol. I told my mom last night...she was as excited as a mom is when expecting her 10th grandchild. She was already giving me name ideas though. Lol She said she wants a granddaughter because there are 8 boys and 2 girls so far.

 

[DannaD]

Haha I posted a pic of my hand holding a pacifier over my belly, with "January 2016", everybody know now. I'm kind of showing.. it's all bloat but I have a small frame and someone even asked me straight out so it was time to tell!
Told my mom and grandma early at 4 weeks, first grandkid on my side, second on hubby's side, everyone was pretty excited

 

[Jules8]

That's such a cute idea!

 

[Linzalora]

Sweet announcement! How are y'all doing? I've been bleeding for 4 days now with no pain. Saw the doctor but we're playing the "wait and see" game.

Edit: Cramping and pain started late tonight. I think I am miscarrying. I wish you both happy and healthy pregnancies.

 

[DannaD]

I'm so sorry Linzalora I hope this isn't it, sometimes you bleed and cramp in early pregnancy and things are fine. I hope you are getting checked out by your doctor very soon