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[battyatty]

SPP Thinking of you honey.....

Sis Good idea about taking LO to the Docs, you only just have your temp down.....

Terri Maybe the temp drop is an implantation dip? FX sweetie

Katie Totally understand how you feel.......

Just wanted to let you know ladies I got the job! They were supposed to get back to me about it by last Thursday by phone, but this morning I got the contract through the post! So I start next Monday, its only temporary for 9 months, but I think that is perfect as I am hoping That I may get my bump this year!

 

[ERosePW]

Hi ladies, missed you gals! Boy, I really let my emotions get the best of me this time. Boo hoo, right? Get over it, move on, such is life. Be a big girl.

I didn't start AF when I thought... It was just pre-AF spotting. I had a nagging feeling that's what it was, so luckily I didn't take my clomid last night. And then full blown AF showed today, and I had to cancel my HSG. Waiting for nurse to call back to reschedule hopefully for Fri. Will start the clomid Fri also. I also called a FS which gave me lots of insight into their processes, costs, insurance, etc. so I feel good about that. I'm gonna schedule an appt for the first of April, so that I'll be ready just in case March is unsuccessful. I'm becoming a mom, regardless of what it takes to get there.

Soooo far behind here on everyone!!! I don't even know how to begin catching up, but I'll read thru the last ten pages or so, so that I can get the latest scoops!

 

[nessaw]

Sis good luck for tom.

Spp sending love. Thinking of you and hoping.x

Congrats on the job atty.

Hi to all.x

 

[felcity 45]

:wave: to all

Congrats on your job Atty that's great news

AF arrived this morning....light but there

I don't think I can face Clomid this month...to be honest I don't think I can take TTC full stop anymore.

 

[Sis4Us]

Big Felcity!!!!!

 

[Sis4Us]

Great news Atty great News!!!!

 

[Wish4another1]

congrats Atty!!! woo hoo for the new job!!

felicity - i am sorry AF showed her ugly face... deep breath - tomorrow is a new day (saying to myself also!!)
hang in there!!

 

[nessaw]

Felcity sorry about af.x

 

[terripeachy]

ERose-See...even when you're feeling down, you need to keep up with us! Just kidding. If you need a break, you need a break. Obviously, we will keep chatting.

Atty-I thought you didn't get the job? You assumed because they didn't call you? Well, thank goodness you got it. We all knew you would!

Felcity-This is where the cheerleader comes in. If you know you have 5 more months of trying, you have to continue doing your best for 5 months. You're going to feel really bad come May when you only have 2 months left. You have to give it your all!! We are not giving up and neither can you. I am sorry about AF though.

Wish-I hear you on the new panties. I'm wearing a new pair today too (they're navy and very fancy), and I would be PISSED if I ruined them.

garfie-Yoohoo??

I'm heading home. My newsletter is in the President's hands, and I may have corrections to make in the morning, but at least it's finished! hip hip hooray. Only two days late. Not bad!

 

[Smiles013]

So the Dr's office just called and gave me my results for the 1st trimester screening which checks for increased risk of Trisomy 13,18 and Down's Syndrome. I am negative for Trisomy 18 and 13 but was told I came back in the positive range for Down's Syndrome. But she did tell me that my risk before the test just based on my age was 1:73 now based on my age, the scan and blood work my chances are 1:205. So of course I am just plain 'ol freaking out! I also did the MaterniT21 test which the results come back in a couple more days and will shed more light on it but she immediately asked me " do you want to do an amnio or CVS?" I already told the initial genetic counselor I did not want any invasive tests done because I know they come with a risk of miscarriage. So I told her I wanted to wait to see what the second blood panel showed and that I would discuss it with my husband. So I called the hubs and he said " so do they tell you that so you can decide if you want to end the pregnancy? We're not doing that no matter what so there is no need to put yourself at risk for a miscarriage". I'm still all nervous now and I know I shouldn't be and that the test is just showing an increased risk for Down's and not showing that the child will actually have Down's. It's just a lot to take in so what did I do? I Googled stuff and I think I made things worse. I swear sometimes too much information is just as bad as not enough. I didn't have all this 1st trimester stuff with the other two-grant it I was younger but I was told they do this screening now for younger women as well. Just let me be and stop sprouting off odds to me.

 

[oldermom1975]

There's a part of me that is going to be beyond the moon about the fact that she is pregnant again and it's what I've wanted for her so much, and then, given my issues with trying to get pregnant, there's also going to be a sadness that I just can't accomplish it myself. It's not like it's taking away my happiness for her, but is just adding on to my misery with my own situation, if that makes any sense.

Does anyone feel that way? I feel ashamed to even admit it.

Lots of us have felt/still feel that way, it is nothing to be ashamed of. When my little brother had his first (then second- then third) child before we became pregnant, I didn't think I could feel more bitter. It is something that takes time to work through, so go easy on yourself- and hold onto hope! You can do this!

Just wanted to let you know ladies I got the job! They were supposed to get back to me about it by last Thursday by phone, but this morning I got the contract through the post! So I start next Monday, its only temporary for 9 months, but I think that is perfect as I am hoping That I may get my bump this year!

Way to go, Atty!!

AF arrived this morning....light but there

I don't think I can face Clomid this month...to be honest I don't think I can take TTC full stop anymore.

Sorry, felicity.

 

[Sis4Us]

Smiles I'm sure it's nothing to worry about but I know how u must feel!!!!

There's always going to be the higher chance of downs due to our Age but that's it our Age we have to just take every Day As a blessing and go from there!!!

 

[oldermom1975]

So the Dr's office just called and gave me my results for the 1st trimester screening which checks for increased risk of Trisomy 13,18 and Down's Syndrome. I am negative for Trisomy 18 and 13 but was told I came back in the positive range for Down's Syndrome. But she did tell me that my risk before the test just based on my age was 1:73 now based on my age, the scan and blood work my chances are 1:205. So of course I am just plain 'ol freaking out! I also did the MaterniT21 test which the results come back in a couple more days and will shed more light on it but she immediately asked me " do you want to do an amnio or CVS?" I already told the initial genetic counselor I did not want any invasive tests done because I know they come with a risk of miscarriage. So I told her I wanted to wait to see what the second blood panel showed and that I would discuss it with my husband. So I called the hubs and he said " so do they tell you that so you can decide if you want to end the pregnancy? We're not doing that no matter what so there is no need to put yourself at risk for a miscarriage". I'm still all nervous now and I know I shouldn't be and that the test is just showing an increased risk for Down's and not showing that the child will actually have Down's. It's just a lot to take in so what did I do? I Googled stuff and I think I made things worse. I swear sometimes too much information is just as bad as not enough. I didn't have all this 1st trimester stuff with the other two-grant it I was you get but I was told they do this screening now for younger women as well. Just let me be and stop sprouting off odds to me.

I am sorry you are going through this strain! to you! I do wonder sometimes how many people would test "positive" or at increased risk in the total population. My good friend (who had her baby at 39) had gotten pregnant (with a lot of trouble, I might add- she knew it would be her only pregnancy), and found that her baby girl had an increased risk- something like 1 in 20 for tri21. She was super scared- and was pressured into an amnio. Long story short, her baby was genetically normal (although the amnio caused a lot of scary cramping for about a week afterwards). Anyway, don't let your doc talk you into something you and hubs are uncomfortable with- it will just cause even more stress. Deep breaths, try to stay calm (I know, easier said than done ), have some comfort foods, watch a movie, anything to distract you for a few days.

 

[Wish4another1]

Smiles: Big to you... I know having information can be worse than not having it...but that baby is still gorgeous inside of you - we know we have seen her/him!!!!! and you aren't going to love that baby any more or any less... I am sure that the baby is healthy - they just like scare people for some reason... hold on to hope - the baby is fine...again big

 

[garfie]

Terri - I'm still here just more of a stalker at the mo because I'm having a tough time with my eldest he had a total meltdown over the weekend - normally not a problem but this cold has just left me feeling so weak so
Im not in a great place at the mo and feel like a terrible internet friend

I am beginning testing tomorrow as I don't think ff has got it right due to me having missing temps.

Atty - well done Hun getting the job

Smiles - BIG I don't know what to advise although I would say to wait until the Materni results first before worrying to much I guess we all know the risks at our age but I don't think I would have the cvs or amnio either. Hopefully the results will all come back fine and you won't need to worry

Felicity - sorry she got you Hun

Sis - good luck for tomorrow can't wait for update

Love to everyone else I will try and catch up properly well I have to let you know my results don't I?



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[moni77]

still trying to catch up with all you guys - I think I am on page 40...so almost half way. Once I am done (I am taking notes as I go) I will make my comments.

AFM - back from my trip. AF got me on the flight back but had a great trip. Got to go to Chimi Lhakhang - the fertility temple in Bhutan. Me and DH were blessed with wooden phallases and I prayed for BFPs for all my B&B friends - in Buddist culture you are supposed to pray for others not yourself.

I got the green light to go forward with IUI #3. They upped my clomid to 150 which I started Friday night. Scan on Thursday. Definitely feeling the effects of the clomid I think. My guess is the IUI will be on saturday, but I'll keep you all posted. Anyways, hopefully I catch up soon.

 

[Sis4Us]

Sounds like a Great Plan Moni !!!

Well LO does NOT have strep not sure how I got it but hopefully it will stay Far away!

SPP Missing U Hun hope u R OK!!!!

 

[SweetPotatoPi]

Hi lovelies . Thinking of you all and sending lots of your way. Big to you Smiles. Step away from Señor Google! Sending you lots of love and positive energy that all is well. Will come back later and catch up on what you ladies have been up to. I do see you got the job you were after though atty, yay!

Me, conception is absolutely amazing, incredible, phenomenal stuff. My baby tried and his or her little sac was perfect and beautiful when I passed it. Send up some love for that sweet soul if you don't mind. I don't understand what's wrong. I may not be up for chatting for a spell but I'll try and stalky.

 

[Blueshoney]

Oh SPP I'm so very sorry!

 

[garfie]

So sorry SPP - BIG there are no words just take care of yourself



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