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[Peach Blossom]

Hi ladies... little bit worried. Had a blood test yesterday and my progesterone level has dropped to 24.1.... on 28th May it was 57, 30th May it was 61, 3rd June it was 51. My GP has refused to prescribe a supplement without a note from my FS who is on holiday... Don't know what to do... can't be a good sign coupled with brown spotting for 4 weeks... trying not to panic. So cross with my GP!

 

[RobenR]

Peach I hope things work out. I have everything crossed for you that it'll be ok. Maybe you're far enough along that your levels will drop a bit and then stay that way for the rest of the pregnancy?

 

[Chilli]

Oh Peaches I don't know enough about it to advise, but I know that I would stamp my feet and weep til he gave it to me FS or no, you can't put yourself at risk just because he's on hols! Good luck

I am trying to work out shorter cycles without getting too obsessed with it all, trying to relax but seem to be OVing earlier each month... allowing myslef to feel hopeful

How is everyone?

 

[bklove]

And we miss you Roben, but I guess you have a good reason
Pb- my progesterone did drop at one point after climbing, but all was well. I'm not sure how much ease that brings. If anything stay on top of those doctors!

 

[Peach Blossom]

Hey ladies. Well my lovely FS emailed me from his holiday and told me to go in and get a prescription from him today. I did manage to get a friend who is an obstetrician to prescribe me some last night though so started the supplement yesterday. Phew! I'm not too worried as the levels are still well within normal range. Was just a shock that they had dropped so significantly and the GP wasn't bothered in anyway! Knew it wasn't going to be easy!

 

[Baby-Cakes]

Thinking of you Peach, what a lovely FS x

Had my scan this morning and saw hb so relieved thought I was going to pass out in the waiting room. I am 7 wks and 5 days, it's going to be really hard getting through the next week I had my mmc at 8+2 and have no more scans until 12 wks now.

to all the angel ladies xx

 

[Peach Blossom]

so pleased for you Baby Cakes! I know what you mean about the waiting room... I was trembling last week!! Something that may bring you a little comfort is this: blood flow starts between baby and mother at 8 weeks. When it is established the chances of miscarrying drops by 90%... xxx

 

[Peach Blossom]

I've had yet another run in with my GP.... I wrote him a letter to explain that I had now been prescribed the progesterone supplement and that my FS had suggested that my GP retest my progesterone levels and organise another scan.

My GP phoned, obviously on the defensive and basically told me it wasn't his remit to order blood tests to check my progesterone and that he didn't have access to antenatal screening and couldn't quite see why it was him problem and why I was making such a fuss. He said that I had been referred to the antenatal clinic at the hospital and that it was their problem. I explained to him that my booking in appt wasn't until next Saturday, in 10 days time, and asked what I was supposed to do in the interim and he said go to A&E. I was so angry I can't tell you. I phoned the EPU to see if they could help, but they told me I needed a form from my GP to get a blood test done. What am I supposed to do? Why does noone seem to care that I have had 3 mc's in the last year, I had a major drop in progesterone level last week and could very possibly be at risk!! I'm going to have to go private just to get the damn blood test done. I refuse to go to A&E and use up vital resources needed for people in life threatening conditions. Grrrr.... Aaannnnddd... breathe....

 

[Baby-Cakes]

What a total #&%*!, I am surprised at EPU saying no they are normally very good

 

[Peach Blossom]

Yeah, I don't understand it... What would I do if I couldn't afford to go privately and didn't have a bunch of Dr's in my family to help me out? Beyond comprehension!

 

[Baby-Cakes]

I would write to the GMC Peach, I deal with alot of GP's who are so rude, unhelpful and arrogant - don't understand why they do the job xx

 

[Peach Blossom]

Think you have a point! I'm good at writing letters! Some people really shouldn't work with humans!

 

[Widger]

Hello girls Sorry been awol. MIL went into hospital and all was pretty bad but thankfully she is on the mend.

Babycakes and Peach - So delighted for you both seeing those heartbeats. Just think. Soon enough you'll be out of the 1st trimester. I think I started to properly relax after my 20 week scan. it is only natural to worry.

Love being a mummy soooooo much. Daniel is now 6 weeks (well will be on Tuesday) Seriously I could eat my little boy up he's sooooooo adorable... Ok I'm biased

Love to you all and promise I'll try and be better at keeoing in contact xxxx

Roben- Can't believe 6 months already!!!

 

[bklove]

Good to hear from you widger and even better that you are enjoying this new journey in life. Lots of hugs to you.
Peach- I'm just glad you have been able to get some folks to work with you, sounds like it has put you more at ease. When do you go back for your next blood draw or ultrasound?

 

[RobenR]

Widger - I know, I can't believe he's already over 6 months old. It went so fast, he's now got his first tooth and I have to face going back to work in 3 weeks. Leaving him in daycare is going to kill me I think. Daniel is adorable and 6 weeks already! Wow. It's amazing how it just slips away. Is he doing well?

Peach - how are you doing? I've been wondering about you all week. Any more news? The only comfort I can offer is that once the heartbeat starts, the risks drop dramatically of a m/c. I am keeping good thoughts for you.

Babycakes - how are you making out? Things still going good?

 

[Peach Blossom]

Hi ladies,

Widger I can't believe Daniel is 6 weeks! Gosh, where does the time go?!

Roben, good to hear from you. Glad that you're enjoying your bundle of joy! It will be tough going back to work I can imagine, but I'm sure you'll be fine.

As for me, I'm ok. I've calmed down after the debacle with my GP and things seem to be going well. My Dad, who is a Dr is going to do the blood tests for me on Monday. I'm torn over booking a another scan or not. So terrified of something being wrong, but at the same time I want to see my LO again! So fickle. Think we're going to tell all our friends today as technically by dates I'm 12 weeks... its just cos we've had these early scans that we know I'm a little behind. It makes is feel more real when it's no longer a secret I think!

How are all the rest of you ladies? What have you been doing this weekend?

 

[Tink1o5]

How exciting peach. =] finally being able to tell anyone CONGRATS and Huge Hugs to you.
Im so happy and excited 4 you.

 

[bklove]

Tink the baby loooks so happy in that pic

Peach- I'm glad you feel comfortable sharing the news and that your anxiety level is going down. Each day is a blessing, so enjoy every smidgin of it!

I had my shower this weekend, and it was good. I was just a tad to invovled though and it felt more like I was hosting an event and not at an event for me! But it was nice to celebrate with everyone its over now so we can rest up and focus on baby getting here. I did get put on bedrest today to, but rest is good.

 

[Peach Blossom]

Hi ladies, well I had a scan yesterday and it was amazing! I saw the baby moving and heard the heartbeat. So happy. Announced it on Facebook with a photo last night. All feeling rather real now!! Eek... better start planning some things!!

How are you all?

BK why were you put on bed rest? Hope you're ok. Not long now!! xx

 

[Tink1o5]

Look at you Peach 1 more week until you hit that magical number of 12 weeks =) so excited and happy for you. Although i no for me i was nervous the whole pregnancy lol. glad 2 see all is going well for you.