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[julesjules100]

Does progesterone cause bloating? I'm on a progesterone suppository. I am really bloated and I can't tell if it's from pregnancy (since I have to be cautious about thinking that way *rolls eues*) or from them prometrium meds.

Yes, progesterone suppositories have a common side effect of bloating (and smelly wind!).

 

[waiting2012]

Casey--try not to worry hun!

Your numbers aren't bad--and not all nurses are so kind when giving information to patients nor are receptionists.. I've got to get back to the kids--time for my lunch to be over...UGH...

 

[maybesoon]

Oh wow..... We now have had 4 people where I live confirmed to have the West Nile Virus.... As if there isn't enough for a pregnant woman to worry about... Now I gotta find out if I'm allowed to wear bug spray & if so what kind is ok & if not hope & pray I can outrun those darn pesky ginormous mosquitoes we have here in west/central Texas!

 

[Hann12]

Ah that explains the bloating - progesterone tablets for me too! No wind thankfully yet though!

 

[veronica s]

Oh wow..... We now have had 4 people where I live confirmed to have the West Nile Virus.... As if there isn't enough for a pregnant woman to worry about... Now I gotta find out if I'm allowed to wear bug spray & if so what kind is ok & if not hope & pray I can outrun those darn pesky ginormous mosquitoes we have here in west/central Texas!

I've heard bug spray is a no-no.

 

[poppy13]

Wow this thread has been busy!
I'm 6 weeks today and still waiting to hear from the midwife.

 

[sarahuk]

I think the only reason I am getting these early tests are because I go to a fertility clinic. I have my 6 week scan tomorrow, I can't wait. These days har been going so slow.
I thought getting pregnant was the hard part, but always waitin for the next test to confirm everything is ok is torture!

Good luck for tomorrow! I have my scan then too! x

True about the tests too lol

Good luck to both of you I have my scan tomorrow too! Sooo excited but so nervous all rolled into one! xxx

Oh thats fab!!! Ill be looking for your update too then hun! xx

 

[maybesoon]

I've heard bug spray is a no-no.

yeah, that's what I'm afraid of!!! Ever since they had a mosquito test positive for it back the first of August right close to our house, I have been staying inside. I just go from house to car, car to work, work to car, car to house. It really sucks because I'm such a huge outdoors person normally. But now that they have confirmed the 4th case in humans it's really starting to worry me.

It's just crazy this is happening because we are so stinking dry around here & never get rain.....

 

[sarahuk]

Wish I never read this thread!!! Now I am totally stressed out. I had a ultrasound 2 weeks ago...not baby related. I have been having pain throughout my whole cycle and was passing huge clots during my period!I am going to see my doc for the results on Monday. I called after I read this thread and the receptionist said she could not tell me the results. I do however have sore boobs..feel nausea..and slight cramping. Now I worry that I have a cyst or something and that is what is giving me the BFP. I just went out and bought another test..don't know why..the results wouldn't change. Why do I do this to myself...I am a ball of nerves and could just burst into tears. Monday can't come soon enough

My sister had a cyst, but she was also pregnant. I asked my doctor last year how possible it was to get a false positive for other conditions and she said it was not common at all...so im sure everthing is fine

 

[sarahuk]

So I got my results back of my initial beta. It's 24. I'm 4 wk 3 days along.

The nurse then went on to inform me that I should be cautiously optimistic because the numbers were below 50 and that it usually meant chemical pregnancy. *sigh*

Cautiously optimistic?? that's pretty difficult for me. Any experience here?

I would try not to worry. Anything over 5 means pregnant. So if you consider that you start at 0 or 1...and the fact that it has to double...i dont think 24 is something to worry about at such an early stage.

With my chemical I didnt get above 6 hcg. But remember its not how high the numbers are that matters...its what they do x

 

[sarahuk]

Casey--try not to worry hun!

Your numbers aren't bad--and not all nurses are so kind when giving information to patients nor are receptionists.. I've got to get back to the kids--time for my lunch to be over...UGH...

Thats true that...the receptionst that gave me my second beta admitted she had no idea what it was all about and asked if id mind explaining it to her so she would know for the next time somone called...was nice actually. We chatted a good 5 mins on hcg and doubling and when it doesnt double...she actually thanked me when i got off the phone lol.

 

[jtink28]

I've heard bug spray is a no-no.

yeah, that's what I'm afraid of!!! Ever since they had a mosquito test positive for it back the first of August right close to our house, I have been staying inside. I just go from house to car, car to work, work to car, car to house. It really sucks because I'm such a huge outdoors person normally. But now that they have confirmed the 4th case in humans it's really starting to worry me.

It's just crazy this is happening because we are so stinking dry around here & never get rain.....

https://www.diapers.com/p/california-baby-natural-bug-blend-bug-repellent-spray-65-oz-6773?site=CA&utm_source=cse&utm_medium=cpc_D&utm_term=CB-032&utm_campaign=Google&CAWELAID=1338699606&utm_content=pla&cagpspn=pla&ci_kw={keyword}

there are all kinds of natural alternatives you can buy, for just about anything. (the one above is just an example. i love california baby products. i may be partial, though - i was born and raised in san diego )

just do a little research - there's so much stuff out there.

 

[jtink28]

dang it! i couldn't get the link to work.

anyhow, it's a bug spray by the brand "california baby"

really great stuff. they have a ton of natural items that i adore. i have an autoimmune disease, so i've always tried to use natural, healthy products.

 

[veronica s]

I've heard bug spray is a no-no.

yeah, that's what I'm afraid of!!! Ever since they had a mosquito test positive for it back the first of August right close to our house, I have been staying inside. I just go from house to car, car to work, work to car, car to house. It really sucks because I'm such a huge outdoors person normally. But now that they have confirmed the 4th case in humans it's really starting to worry me.

It's just crazy this is happening because we are so stinking dry around here & never get rain.....

Here's a thread that might help. https://babyandbump.momtastic.com/natural-parenting/1107369-natural-mosquito-repellent.html
I've heard of someone using catnip mixed with something, but I can't remember what.

 

[CaseyBaby718]

Thank you so much everyone. I did try to tell her that with DD my numbers were 44 and they did in fact double to 88. She said she would like more than anything for it to double and me not have a chemical. I think she was trying to prepare me. But honestly I think she could have just said nothing and then Monday would still paint a more accurate picture of what's happening. Regardless of whether she prepares me or not it'll still hurt.

And all it's going to do is make me worry all weekend

 

[Courtney917]

So I got my results back of my initial beta. It's 24. I'm 4 wk 3 days along.

The nurse then went on to inform me that I should be cautiously optimistic because the numbers were below 50 and that it usually meant chemical pregnancy. *sigh*

Cautiously optimistic?? that's pretty difficult for me. Any experience here?

I would try not to worry. Anything over 5 means pregnant. So if you consider that you start at 0 or 1...and the fact that it has to double...i dont think 24 is something to worry about at such an early stage.

With my chemical I didnt get above 6 hcg. But remember its not how high the numbers are that matters...its what they do x

With my chemical I never got above 9 so 24 isn't a bad number!!

 

[maybesoon]

dang it! i couldn't get the link to work.

anyhow, it's a bug spray by the brand "california baby"

really great stuff. they have a ton of natural items that i adore. i have an autoimmune disease, so i've always tried to use natural, healthy products.

I also have an autoimmune disease so I really try not to have to use anything. It just amazes me with how extremely dry we are here that West Nile would break out! It's kinda shocking our area.

 

[sarahuk]

So I got my results back of my initial beta. It's 24. I'm 4 wk 3 days along.

The nurse then went on to inform me that I should be cautiously optimistic because the numbers were below 50 and that it usually meant chemical pregnancy. *sigh*

Cautiously optimistic?? that's pretty difficult for me. Any experience here?

I would try not to worry. Anything over 5 means pregnant. So if you consider that you start at 0 or 1...and the fact that it has to double...i dont think 24 is something to worry about at such an early stage.

With my chemical I didnt get above 6 hcg. But remember its not how high the numbers are that matters...its what they do x

With my chemical I never got above 9 so 24 isn't a bad number!!

Agree!

Plus...I always thought the definition of chemical was attempted implantation that didnt occur properly so we got af and we only got a bfp because we caught the hcg falling. I would have thought that with a level of 24 your body is definitely signalling that there is a pregnancy there.

I wonder if shes just telling you all that Casey incase the next betas are dropping. Which they wont! I think they give us the doom and gloom way too early. Women need reassurance and support in the early days not being told all that can happen. Lets face it...we probably know all that just as much as the doctors!!

All will be fine. Your next draw will show doubling! x

 

[Courtney917]

Exactly!! Mine were all chemicals...I suspect that I have a thin uterine lining though. Sooo I think you will be okay, keep us posted

 

[BabyMay]

We saw a heartbeat! Measured exactly six weeks one day, just like I knew I was. It was such a great experience to see that little flicker