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[mzswizz]

Yes im thinking its a good thing i didnt ov. I was worried about it being a extra long cycle so im happy that it actually came 2 days before AF was actually due. Also since increased to AF in a couple hours..im hoping it stops on time or maybe sooner. Will start using opks once bleeding stops. DH was thinking about a ps3 to have also. We have a wii and xbox360. I love the kinect because it is such a great workout and you can actually FEEL your muscles working. And i think it will take DH probably 2-3 months to lose the weight and then an extra couple of months probably after he takes the ASVAB so im guessing we got probably 6 months before he actually has to go to training.

 

[lauraemily17]

That's a good amount of time to get your bfp including any more tests or medical help you night need. (hopefully not though)

 

[Grey Eyes]

Patrice- glad to have you back! We missed you Sounds like you and dh have a plan! Coast Gaurd sounds interesting and the ASVAB is not that idfficult. I took the ASVAB back in the 90's for the Marine's and it should be the same testing... (am I old?) and it's just basic stuff...super dang long though! And they should have given him the book(s) to study up with...

 

[mzswizz]

laura-yes i was thinking the same thing. atleast we can get done whatever we need to medically wise.

coy-i missed you ladies too and dh took the ASVAB in high school so he knows what to expect. He had the same score as you. And i think he is going to get the info in the mail.

 

[Steph32]

Patrice- Welcome back. Now that you know you had an anovulatory cycle the more I think you can benefit from taking Vitex. But that's just something to think about when you're ready to try something. I would def try that before Clomid if the doctor wants to put you on Clomid. We need to get you ovulating, and get your cycles shorter and regular!

Laura- Glad you got an appt with the doctor and that the swelling is nothing dangerous. Have you tried or have they suggested elevating your feet, just anytime when you're lying down or in bed? My mom had a really big problem with swollen feet when she was pregnant with me so when I get a chance I'll ask her what she did. (FYI-- I was a big baby... and I don't know if that has anything to do with it... not trying to scare you though!)

Coy- That sounds like a great idea for the girls' room. Something I would never even imagine of! I am soooo not a decorator, my mom had to come over and help me out... she always helps me get the ball rolling as far as making our house look presentable and getting things how we want it. I don't really have an "eye" for design. I never really did too much for Nicholas' room and it only took me this long to get him all set up nice in a big boy room! We never really decorated before!

Shradha/Emma- I think when you are Rh negative and IF your partner (the father) is Rh positive (which 85% of people are), then you need to get the immunoglobin shot during your first pregnancy so that your 2nd child/pregnancy is not affected. This is what my sister had to do. Look up "Rh incompatibility" and it will explain it all.

 

[mzswizz]

Steph-Thanks and i will definitely look into Vitex if i do not ov this cycle around. And also now that I think about it...july is coming rather quickly. In a few weeks...june will be here and then i will be at the docs next month. But hoping a bfp arrives before the appt does

 

[SpudsMama]

Shradha/Emma- I think when you are Rh negative and IF your partner (the father) is Rh positive (which 85% of people are), then you need to get the immunoglobin shot during your first pregnancy so that your 2nd child/pregnancy is not affected. This is what my sister had to do. Look up "Rh incompatibility" and it will explain it all.

I contacted the donor yesterday asking him what his blood group is and he said it's B-. I'm A- so there's no problem right? xx

 

[shradha]

Emma- you are lucky that the donor is also -ve..........so you didn't need any injections.......
I am A-ve and hubby is O+..... I will have to take antiD injection....one on the 7th month of pregnancy and another one just after delivery.......so that my antibodies don't harm my baby.... I am very scared.....injections......but will do anything for the baby....... Now I am not thinking about all that.....

 

[Steph32]

Emma- You're fine, as long as the next donor for your 2nd child is also negative. But you may use the same donor, right? Basically if any of the fathers are positive than the subsequent pregnancy would be affected and you'd want to get the shot.

Shradha- Don't be scared of the shots, it's a very common and simple thing. Easy treatment for what would potentially be problematic if you didn't do it!

 

[shradha]

Coy- how is your day going? Finally what did you make for breakfast?

Patrice- it's wonderful that you can spend some good time......with dh... a good workout while.....having fun......... Enjoy!!

Laura- at the end of the day everything went well....... And mommy and baby have nothing to worry......hopefully your swelling reduces soon......

Steph.......how are you ?

 

[shradha]

Yesterday when I came online in the night the server was under maintenance....... Felt very bad........

Coy- I use homecheck ovulation kit....and clear blue digi..........I have only 2 clear blue kit left....have to purchase...... I am keeping my fingers crossed....but I think I may only ovulate next week.....

Yesterday I got so scared.....had terrible cramps..... Was on cd8 ..... My cycle last month was of 38 days......immediately went and took a test ..- ve.......but then why the cramps.......

 

[shradha]

Today I feel better...thank god no cramps......have to rush to the supermarket.....some of dh friends are coming over... have to make some snacks ......... Better rush......will catch up soon....

 

[lauraemily17]

Steph - I'm struggling with keeping my feet up as that aggravates my pelvis. Had an anti natal class last night & my teacher told ne how to self refer for phsio at out maternity hospital so going to give them a call this afternoon & hopefully get an appointment soon. The Dr suggested a big baby as he said they effectively act like a plug creating the fluid retention & extra pressure on the pelvis. Think I'll try & measure my fundal height tonight see if it's any bigger.

Shradha - is your cramp any better?

I'm back at work today. Had a chat with my boss & replacement and as of today my out if office is going on permanently & from Monday I'm moving away from my team. That's give my replacement 2 weeks to settle in with me to refer to & to teach her my regular tasks. I can then clear all my work with more peace & hopefully work from home more if I need to. Feel sad that's it's all changing now but it really is needed & I think I'll now have the strength to get through the next 2 weeks!

 

[mzswizz]

Shadra-Glad the cramps went away for you

Laura-Glad you can finally get to relax because thats what you truly needed

How's everyone?

AFM, today is cd2 and the bleeding has went from a light flow to a medium flow so its definitely AF. Im proud of myself on how i handled last cycle though. Even though i experienced a long bleed, i was still optimistic and when AF appeared, I wasnt disappointed or sad. I just grabbed a pad and carried on with my day. I wasnt even hopeful that it could be IB or pregnancy related or stressing about what it could really mean. I must say that Im not stressing about my cycles and it feels pretty good. Also, if you check out my chart overlay, it looks like this cycle might have the lowest temps so far out of the 3 cycles. So maybe this time my cycle is on track and hopefully i ov because starting, my temps are pretty low which is good. FF has me so far with an 11 day LP and an average cycle length of 34 days. March cycle lasted 35 days and April cycle lasted 33 days. So it seems like my body is sort of on a set schedule. Im happy about that. Atleast my cycles arent all over the place like they use to be. FF also estimated next AF on June 12 or 13th. So we shall see if it will be a June bfp or not. And dh setup a 60 day program on the UFC trainer and started yesterday. That 1 workout alone made him burn more than 200 calories And it has the calendar so atleast he doesnt choose to workout on his own days because that 60 day program would never get done So im happy for him that he is really serious about everything and working hard to get things accomplished. Hopefully all the work we have been doing will pay off soon.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Hi ladies-

Shdraha- any idea today what the cramps may have been from? Early ov maybe? Though it is unlikely to get hard cramps from that ... Have you normally had long cycles or do your cycles change a lot? I have learned from Patrice's experiences that long cycles sometimes offer two LH surges but just one ovulation which occurrs during the second surge. I was opk-crazy so I always tested way past my first positive even though the instructions tell you not to do that -- just to make certain How was your visit with friends yesterday?

Laura- sounds like you are well on your way to some much-needed and much-deserved home time! I know how the "sad feeling" goes...when I stopped working I missed the busy environment and the being in charge of a successful business. I did not, however, miss dealing with irritable customers and lag-butt employees! That part I will never miss

Patrice- glad your dh has a plan for success on his weight loss/fitness program. It takes a pretty steady effort. I appreciate your comments about remaining positive and just staying focused no matter AF, etc... there are times when facing things from an analytical viewpoint is much more beneficial and less stressful!

Steph- hope you get your walking stick soon and see if it helps!

Emma- I think you're good on the blood type, I think Steph had it pretty dead-on from what I can remember my midwife telling me...

 

[Grey Eyes]

AFM- stupid dry skin! I have been putting on tons of lotion and it is helping but I get these odd spots here and there drives me crazy. Oh, and I managed to get another sunburn working out in the yard yesterday lol...ALWAYS. But, the yard looks a ton better...we have these big flagstones that form a large flat in the front and I have to take the weed cutter around and trim the heavy grasses between them...a total pain in the butt, but hey- it's pretty when I'm done Now just to get into the garage and make way to pull out the actual lawn mower....

Felt dizzy and breathless after my shower this morning ...Typically one would think I'd had the water too hot but I kept it tepid I wonder if maybe it was just a blood sugar drop After I ate I felt better. Hey, I just felt the baby kick! Cool...dh frowns at me yesterday and says "are you sure it's not just gas?" which is a totally not-nice image...it's not like I perk around all gassy, funny man...I told him after two children I know the difference, lol.

As for today...one small assignment to work on (Juvenile Justice Programs this time) and I think just a little more yard work- nice day for it, warm and very windy. I slept hard last night but my youngest kept waking me up

 

[Grey Eyes]

Steph- the pics of your puppies were so cute the other day I thought I'd post this one of our little Boston Terrier "Rocky" (original, eh? lol) She is wearing her "Google-Eye" glasses, silly dog...

https://i1150.photobucket.com/albums/o611/greyeyes3/000_1994.jpg

 

[mzswizz]

Coy-that pic is so funny. She looks like she uses them to read Also, yes i've noticed its going to be hard work and steady effort for dh but i think he prepared himself mentally for it so im proud of him. Also, yes before i was just sooo stuck on wanting a bfp that i didn't even notice that my cycles are becoming regulated and im getting them every month and even after a long bleed..my body can regulate itself. I was missing out on all the small good parts. I think since we both are exercising now..i have something to share with dh and it takes the stress off of ttc. Im still hoping for a bfp but if not, then oh well. There's always time.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Speaking of baby brain...I just remembered when I was pregnant with first dd dh and I woke up and I trotted downstairs to put coffee on. As we showered the amazing smell of Kona Coffee kept wafting upstairs so we hurried, dressed, and went downstairs....only to see fresh hot coffee puddling all over the kitchen floor and a nice, clean, shiny coffee pot sitting on the counter next to the coffee maker.

 

[SLCMommy]

Nobody has any OPKs left over I can have, do they? lol