Ivf oct/nov/dec

[augustluvers]

Ever~ my first response is also faint but so very there! I heard that these test are always light in the beginning

My FRER is still not very dark, but I've gotten 5 positives already, so I feel good. I still need the nurse to tell me the numbers are good before I tell family, though. The symptoms have been increasing, so I'd say that's a good sign. So happy for you both!!!

I just knew something was up with me because my chest stopped hurting and then BAM late last night they started killing me! And then I felt soo sick last night and even this morning after the test I felt "morning sickness" for about a good two hours straight. It can only be a good thing.

I'm going to retest this evening after work to see if the line gets darker. I posted in the Pregnancy Test page my test. Many of the other BNB ladies can see the line. I just want to see it darker! LOL

 

[wannabeprego]

@whisper, I am so sorry that you aren't feeling well and that your mom is being so insensitive right now. Big hugs to you hun!!! I think maybe you might want to keep a little distance from your mom when you are feeling vunerable and sick, because she is only going to make you feel worse, and only deal with her when you are well enough to handle her!!! I wouldn't worry about what your family is thinking, you have been through so much to get where you are now, and have every right to take time to heal emotionally, plus your pregnancy hormones are probably really extreme now as well, this is your time and be as selfish as you need to be!!!

@Ash, good luck with your upcoming IVF cycle.

@Ever and August Congrats to both of you girls on your BFPS!!! I am so happy for both of you girls!!!! H&H 9 months to you two!!

https://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh126/izzybee22/Frequently%20used%20graphics/congratsbfp-2.gif

@Chase, Congrats on such a great ultrasound!!! I am so happy that the pregnancy is progressing very well and that the baby is growing strong and healthy!!!



AFM, I wrote in my journal about how my first OB appointment went yesterday and here is the link to my journal page. I figured I would just share my journal instead of posting a book in here. LOL...

https://babyandbump.momtastic.com/p...iracle-after-3-years-lttc-8.html#post24271681

 

[holdontohope]

Well ladies, I thought I'd come back and join you all. I've been very MIA because I just haven't wanted to revolve my life around BNB or TTC but today I got my schedule for my next cycle. I start Lupron on January 11th and the estimated ER is February 1st and then egg transfer 3-5 days after. Can't wait to get started!

Congrats to all of the BFP's that I have missed and for those of you who got BFN's, huge I've been there and you will get through it!

Hi Ash!

Glad to see your back Good luck with everything!

 

[holdontohope]

Wanna- YAY for your ultrasound! And your twins are now the size of blueberries!!

 

[holdontohope]

Hold - I think the worrying in pregnancy just prepares you for what lies ahead!!
My heart has stopped countless times with Noah!! When he was just 7 months old we thought we had lost him. He was a prem baby and he slept on a sleep apnea alarm - it basically alarms when they stop breathing. We ran to his room to find him floppy and fading in colour. Never have I ever been so frightened. He came to and ambulance came round. Turns out he had croup and his airway was compromised. Some steroids and he was all better!
And that was just the beginning....
But it's only natural to worry as a parent...
Xx

Aww!! That sounds so scary
I have a friend who's daughter was on a sleep apnea monitor for the 1st year of her life. It was terrifying for them. All the times the monitor went off and they ended up in the ER. But without that monitor, things could have ended up very sadly for them! Now there daughter is a happy and healthy 2 year old

How premature was Noah?

 

[LotusBlossom]

I got my beta results! I'm definitely pregnant! The hcg levels seem low to me, though. It was 21 and today is 44. I go back on Jan 8 for another beta. The nurse said I'm still on restricted activities... My poor husband.

 

[wannabeprego]

I got my beta results! I'm definitely pregnant! The hcg levels seem low to me, though. It was 21 and today is 44. I go back on Jan 8 for another beta. The nurse said I'm still on restricted activities... My poor husband.

Thats great hun!!! Your numbers are doubling so that is a great sign!! It is very early, so please don't worry, and your numbers are in the normal range for how early you are in your pregnancy. Your levels will rise in time I am sure. Good luck and sticky baby dust to you!!!

Here is a link to HCG levels in pregnancy to give you an idea of what the ranges can be.



https://www.justmommies.com/pregnancy/concerns-and-complications/slow-rising-hcg-levels


hCG levels during pregnancy
(in weeks since last menstrual period)

3 weeks LMP 5 - 50 mIU/ml

4 weeks LMP 5 - 426 mIU/ml

5 weeks LMP 18 - 7,340 mIU/ml
6 weeks LMP 1,080 - 56,500 mIU/ml
7 - 8 weeks LMP 7, 650 - 229,000 mIU/ml
9 - 12 weeks LMP 25,700 - 288,000 mIU/ml
13 - 16 weeks LMP 13,300 - 254,000 mIU/ml
17 - 24 weeks LMP 4,060 - 165,400 mIU/ml
25 - 40 weeks LMP 3,640 - 117,000 mIU/ml

 

[michelle01]

Ever, august and lotus - Huge congrats!!!

Ali

Chase - Glad you had a great scan

Wanna - I will checkout your journal.

Whisper - Sorry you had a bad day and you have every right to be selfish!

Ash - Happy to see your back and good luck on your upcoming cycle.

Hope everyone else is good. I am currently visiting family in arizona, so its nice to have a break.

 

[alicatt]

Hi Ladies and Gent..

I got the official word this afternoon.. negative. I will make an appointment next week to find out what went wrong and figure out what we should do with my 4 Had some with dinner tonight.. yummy!

 

[ChaseThisLite]

Hey, Ali. So sorry about your You really deserved the other outcome. Glad you have your frosties, though. I honestly believe you have a in your future!
I spoke to my surrogate and my FS as well. Heartbeat was 127 - nice, good number. Perfect size for 7 weeks. All good until the next US two weeks from now. I feel a lot more relaxed - this looks like it's really happening. I started my preg diary (link below) and added my ticker. And here's a fuzzy pic of the US - not much to see - it's a scan of something that probably wasn't that clear in the first place, but it's beautiful to me. They are mailing me the originals which are clearer, but by the time they get to me, I'll probably have new ones, anyway!
Best wishes to all.

 

[holdontohope]

I got my beta results! I'm definitely pregnant! The hcg levels seem low to me, though. It was 21 and today is 44. I go back on Jan 8 for another beta. The nurse said I'm still on restricted activities... My poor husband.

Congrats!! try not to stress about the numbers! Everyone is different and I am sure everything is fine. That is the reason why I don't want to know what my actual numbers are.. Google is not my friend

 

[holdontohope]

Hi Ladies and Gent..

I got the official word this afternoon.. negative. I will make an appointment next week to find out what went wrong and figure out what we should do with my 4 Had some with dinner tonight.. yummy!

so sorry Ali

 

[LotusBlossom]

I'm so sorry, Ali. Sending you big ! Enjoy that wine! XO

 

[Whisper82]

Hey everyone, I'm still super sick so I'm not going to say much today. Just wanted to thank everyone for your kindness and empathy. You all brought me back from the brink of insanity! I'm so grateful to have ladies (and Chase) like you in my life. Big hugs to you all. You bring tears to my eyes!

Ali - Ever so sorry about your BFN. Hope you can figure out what is up and come up with a solid plan.

Ever & August - Grats on your BFPs ladies! So excited for you both!

 

[everhopeful]

Ali- so sorry to hear that. I hope that you have a good chat with your specialist and figure out your next steps.

Xx

 

[cali_kt]

Ever, August & Lotus (And anyone I missed)- Big Congrats on your BFPs!! Very happ for you all!!!

Ali- I am sorry about the BFN. I was crossing my fingers for you. Enjoy a glass or 2 of wine and keep us all updated on your follow up appointment.

AFM- I had my baseline scan. No cysts and my uterine lining looks nice and thick. They saw 8 follies on the left and 10 on the right! I've been on Lupron since Christmas Morning and I start Follistim Jan 1.

 

[augustluvers]

Last night I tested and the line was a tad but darker but not much. I just tested this morning and either the test is faulty or something may not be right for me at this point. It looks like the line could have been darker today but I got like half a line an then nothing! My clear blue digital said "not pregnant" so I'm not sure where I stand but I'm on my way for my blood work now....

 

[Em260]

Hi Ladies and Gent..

I got the official word this afternoon.. negative. I will make an appointment next week to find out what went wrong and figure out what we should do with my 4 Had some with dinner tonight.. yummy!

I'm sorry Ali . I'm so glad you have those Hopefully you and your RE can come up with a plan next week for moving forward.

 

[Em260]

August - good luck today!

Ever and Lotus - congrats on your BFPs!!

Ash - welcome back!

Chase - congrats on the u/s!

Cali - sounds like a great baseline appt! Good luck to you!

 

[Em260]

So I'm pretty much having a full-on emotional break down today!!! I am super sick and all of the mucus is resulting in a full day of throwing up. On top of all that, I called my mom because I was so miserable and she came over and pretty much made me feel horrible about myself.

In an attempt to make a long story short, it has been a really tough year. Everyone in both my and DH's family has had babies (like seven different couples) while we have been trying longer than any of them and have had to go through major trials just to get to this point. It has been very painful for me to be around all of the babies. Even now, I am still having a tough time. Emotions during pregnancy after infertility is more complicated than people might think. Anyway, even though I have been vomitting all day, my mom chose today to basically confront and chastize me about why I don't lather attention on my new great-nephew (yes, I'm a great aunt. Another long story). I have really just been trying to find some space in which to start my emotional healing process. We are ever so greatful for our pregnancy and for the two babies that are growing healthy so far. Even so, I still have a lot of fear and anxiety and emotionally, I'm just not "better" yet. I just wish everyone would just leave me alone and let me heal! No one in my entire family understands and now I am worried they have all been gossiping about me. Feeling aweful about myself, sick, and nauseous. Plus, it is DH's birthday and I am in no shape to do anything nice for him. He basically is just listening to me cry.

Whisper - I'm sorry you haven't been feeling good and that you have to deal with your family acting like that. Most people can't understand what it's like until they have experienced it themselves. I have had some really annoying comments from my Mom and sister. It's so hard because you would think family would be the most supportive. And I totally get the babies thing too. We have had so many friends and family announcing their pregnancy lately. Seriously it's like 2 per week for the past month or so.