TTC 1st child 35+ (Please spoiler any PG news/announcements).

[dashka]

Hey ladies - you have to watch this - it made me LOL and we can l totally relate......
She is an actress who has created these webisodes (she suffers from infertility)....

I love it! Don't know if this link will work??

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_r1rdOtA-g&feature=youtu.be

Be sure to watch until the very end!!! Hilarious and so true

 

[drsquid]

i was just thinking about that series the other day when a friend's husband was telling me how lovely the "spank room" was at the fertility clinic where they were doing ivf.. i dont remember if it was this episode or not that dealt with that

 

[drsquid]

dash- they decide if you get funding or not based on which zip code you live in and how that area has decided to share out their funds.

 

[LilSluz]

OMG, does that sound familiar to anyone else? I was just asked about kids at a Bar Mitzvah by my (distant) SIL & I confided about trying, but 3 mc's, etc. Apparently she has had 3 mc's too, but she also has 3 children (1 autistic). Bless her heart bc it was in the right place - but she told me "all I had to do is put my legs up on the wall" & I would somehow not just magically "get" pregnant, but I would magically "stay" pregnant. (commence biting down on tongue - HARD - in 3...2...1...)

Thanks Dash - Don't worry about your chart, it can do all kinds of funny things in the beginning

drS - spank room??? So glad you don't need that u/s! I love the "she can have needles" letter -

 

[Nikki Leigh]

Hi Ladies:

Long time no talk to! In the last few pages I want to give big shout out to LilSluz on your BFP. I'm praying that your rainbow baby is here!

I'm hoping all is well with you all. I haven't actually been here much. I'll tell you, first it was TTC. Then it was first trimester. Then it was second trimester screening. Always something. I'd gotten a call last month (at work mind you) from this doctor with NO bedside manner telling me that my second trimester blood screening increased my risk for a Downs Syndrome baby to 1:15. And that I should immediately schedule an amnio. I will tell you ladies that it was the most grueling, worrisome two weeks of my life to get the test done (which is stressful in and of itself) and wait for the results. But thank GOD, the baby is doing just fine (although let me say that a DS baby is a blessing anyway, from my perspective). But you know what? This process really made me feel like a "mommy" that would do anything for her baby. I just wanted to do everything I could to make it better. So of course last week when I had to head to the hospital with stitch-like pains, I was just concerned that it wasn't affecting the baby (I thought it was gas, LOL. It ended up being some sort of bruised rib). I think it's because we've worked SO HARD for our babies that we want to fight hard for them now too!

So anyway, just hugs and well wishes to you wonderful ladies. We're still doing good here.

 

[LilSluz]

Nikki! That sounds so stressful , but so glad baby is OK!!! Gosh, not long now!!!

 

[Asryellah]

OMG LILS !!!! wOoT ?!?!? You got BFP!!!!
I am so happy for you You fruitful woman you!!! I'm sure everything will go just fine this time

And Butterfly, you had faint + too?! Chemical? So sorry for that, but that shows again that you are able to get preggers .
There are things really happening here

Sorry I havent been around and I'm totally out of most of the things going on just been so lazy and prob will continue to be "not so much around" but you ladies are on my mind even if I'm not "present"
You have all given me so much

I hope Carole and Zara are doing fine
Nikki, so happy to hear everything is fine with your baby must've been such a releif after all that!

And to all of you I'm sending you summery babydust from far far away

AFM, I had my first visit to maternityclinic and have a very nice young (27yr) nurse there to take me through pregnancy and later on with baby. Every county offers maternity clinic visits for free about every 3weeks and 2 ultrasounds. My 11-12 week u/s is 12th June where they will also check down syndrome and take bloods for some else chromosome things. I'm soooo worried about that, but all I can do is pray baby is healthy and think that nature would've taken care of it by mc if everything would've not been fine. So always something to stress about Otherwise doing just fine

 

[Dwrgi]

Nikki-I am so glad that all is okay with your baby. I am sure it was an incredibly stressful experience! I'm glad that you keep up with us too. Let us know how you get on!

Asry-the same to you too! So glad that everything is going well with you! You make me smile, every time I see your posts!

Dash-thanks for posting the link! Your weather sounds exactly the same as ours in the UK. Highs in the 20s this week, although should be over pretty soon. Hope you're okay hun? Axxx

Lil-gosh, that is so patronising, from somebody who's had three miscarriages. Grrr!

Girls, there's a dip on my chart. I had twinges in my left ovary last night. Makes me think that AF is coming, but it's far too short a luteal phase? Not even going anywhere near thinking it's implantation. Any words of wisdom??

Thanks girls!
Axxxx

 

[LilSluz]

Asry - How exciting for you 1st appt! We gotta wait til June 12th?! We'll see what happens w/me, but I am so glad that you are doing FABULOUS! And I miss you on this thread! Happy 8.5 weeks!!! WOW

Dwrgi - You are going to keep me on edge, girl! Without having past charts its hard to say (as I know 2 people get them every month for some reason?) but I know what I am hoping & for! I don't want to give false hope, but just saying...hmmm??? That's all I'm gonna say!!! Here's what FF says about implantation dips, too (for some light reading)

https://www.fertilityfriend.com/Faqs/Implantation-dip-study.html

https://www.fertilityfriend.com/Faqs/Implantation-dip.html

 

[Dwrgi]

Asry - How exciting for you 1st appt! We gotta wait til June 12th?! We'll see what happens w/me, but I am so glad that you are doing FABULOUS! And I miss you on this thread! Happy 8.5 weeks!!! WOW

Dwrgi - You are going to keep me on edge, girl! Without having past charts its hard to say (as I know 2 people get them every month for some reason?) but I know what I am hoping & for! I don't want to give false hope, but just saying...hmmm??? That's all I'm gonna say!!! Here's what FF says about implantation dips, too (for some light reading)

https://www.fertilityfriend.com/Faqs/Implantation-dip-study.html

https://www.fertilityfriend.com/Faqs/Implantation-dip.html

OOoo-exciting, but I am quite certain that AF is due, as I'm getting AF type twinges. Who am I kidding? I'm not going to get preggers naturally! Thanks for posting though, it is all fascinating!

Btw, how are you today? Do you get the results of your beta bloods today? I am soooo praying that the numbers will have doubled, and am confident that they will! Hang on in there girl!

 

[LilSluz]

What's your usual LP? When do you normally get cramps? Seems super-duper early for symptoms?! Look if another girl had 0% (not 1% but 0%) of ever getting preggers & she just got pregnant 2 weeks ago naturally, I think anyone can! (another one on the reiki list! ) Plus, you definitely ovulated this month (are you basing it on AMH & azoosp?) Remember our AMH's are very close (& I got pregs twice now, even if not quite viable...)... I dunno anything about azoospermia, but I completely understand not getting hopes up. (just don't write it off entirely, there My Favorite Welshian!) (will PM you soon)

I'm OK, just trying to keep busy & not read too much into things. Been through too much pain & heartache to let myself get excited & that sucks. But, it is what it is & I'll deal with whatever comes my way. Sounds like we are both adamantly on guard! I'll get results this afternoon & post whether good or bad... FX!

 

[Dwrgi]

What's your usual LP? When do you normally get cramps? Seems super-duper early for symptoms?! Look if another girl had 0% (not 1% but 0%) of ever getting preggers & she just got pregnant 2 weeks ago naturally, I think anyone can! (another one on the reiki list! ) Plus, you definitely ovulated this month (are you basing it on AMH & azoosp?) Remember our AMH's are very close (& I got pregs twice now, even if not quite viable...)... I dunno anything about azoospermia, but I completely understand not getting hopes up. (just don't write it off entirely, there My Favorite Welshian!) (will PM you soon)

I'm OK, just trying to keep busy & not read too much into things. Been through too much pain & heartache to let myself get excited & that sucks. But, it is what it is & I'll deal with whatever comes my way. Sounds like we are both adamantly on guard! I'll get results this afternoon & post whether good or bad... FX!

LP is always 14 days, but perhaps the IVF drugs have affected my system. That's what I'm thinking. I DEFO had EWCM on O day. Defo having twinges. It'll be the old hag bag, you'll see.

Glad that you are remaining cautious, but you have to start to hope too, and I am sure that this will be okay. Important to keep yourself busy and let the time go quickly. Your 6 and 12 week scans will be here before you know it!

Really down today-getting so much grief from my tenant, and now I'm evicting her but I can't get her out any sooner than 2 months time, despite her owing me almost £1200, getting a dog, and redecorating. The law is a HUGE ass!

Love to you and love to you all, and where the heck is everybody!????

Enjoying the sunshine, that's where, which is where you and I should be, Lil!!!

 

[tigerlily1975]

Surrey won't fund me if I am about to move to Gloucestershire... but just for you Purps I will call her tomorrow and ask.... I bet she has been inundated today! LOL

Hi Pad

We've actually just been through the same issue. We were under Hillingdon when we first attended the hospital and have since moved to Surrey. Basically, they've (our actual Consultant!) told us not to move GP yet, else we'll have to start all over again. Would you be able to stay with the same surgery to get the ball rolling?

Then again, it might be worth checking if Gloucestershire offer more than Surrey (if we were still living in Hertfordshire we'd get 3 NHS cycles, now we just have one shot... it's crazy!).

Good luck!



C xx

 

[Dwrgi]

Surrey won't fund me if I am about to move to Gloucestershire... but just for you Purps I will call her tomorrow and ask.... I bet she has been inundated today! LOL

Hi Pad

We've actually just been through the same issue. We were under Hillingdon when we first attended the hospital and have since moved to Surrey. Basically, they've (our actual Consultant!) told us not to move GP yet, else we'll have to start all over again. Would you be able to stay with the same surgery to get the ball rolling?

Then again, it might be worth checking if Gloucestershire offer more than Surrey (if we were still living in Hertfordshire we'd get 3 NHS cycles, now we just have one shot... it's crazy!).

Good luck!



C xx

HI Tiger! Good to hear from you!

This is for Pad, too, but I read the article with a fine toothed comb last night and it says that these guidelines are recommended for people who have not previously had any fertility treatment. They might deny you on the grounds that you had DE treatment. IDK-I always think it's worth a try, but just be aware of all the facts before you contact them.

To have one free cycle where you live now, and three with your previous Authority is a joke.

Lots of love to you, Axxxx

 

[tigerlily1975]

Big and love to you, Dwrgi!

I think I read that you're starting a new cycle in July, is that right? I'm obviously really, REALLY hoping that you won't be needing it!

As always, love and to all you lovelies!

C xx

 

[HitTheJackpot]

Hit that spike looks mighty impressive to me.... I reckon you will be the next bfp!

Oh Pad, I DO hope you are right!! And perhaps you could just grit your teeth and make the call?

Lils - ALL 10 FXed for good results for you today! And I think that the caution and being guarded is perfectly normal and understandable! Hang in there! Sticky thoughts!!

DrSquid - Glad that timing is working out with your trip!

Dwrgi - Dreams are a glimpse into the future - hopefully the VERY NEAR future!!

Greek porn - YAY for ovulation And typically my doc likes to see follies at 18mm-22mm on the day I give myself the ovidrel shot, and then the follies have two more days to continue maturing and they end up usually 20mm-25mm, so I think you're good on the size! That's excellent!! FXed for you!!! Yes, the Clomid can make them mature faster, so the size will typically be bigger, and 2 days before my IUI mine were 18mm and 22mm so most likely right about the same size as yours. All good stuff!!

Chicken - for O!! Welcome to the TWW!

Nikki - so sorry about the doc with no bedside manner and all the stress! What a huge relief for you when things came back normal!

Asry - So glad things are going well for you!!

AFM - the O pains eased significantly overnight on Monday, so I was feeling much better yesterday. Still had the occasional pang, and pressure when my bladder started to fill up. Today I barely notice it. Thank goodness... I never understood the cramps and pain that my cousins and friends used to go through with their cycles in high school. Boy, I sure do now!

Had a wicked headache all day yesterday but the air pressure was changing so I'm sure that is what it was related to. Feeling fine and froggy today, though! No ailments to complain about

DP is convinced that we will succeed this month... she is so excited that it is contagious! She made me promise to eat 2 tbs of wheat germ every day and is now making me breakfast and lunch to bring to work every day, to make sure I "get a good and healthy menu for the baby." She's so cute Have to admit, with the earlier IUI, low stress, and my mental attitude, I think we have a really great chance this month. FXed!!

 

[LilSluz]

BNB BATH MEETUP UK!

When: Sunday, June 10th 2012

Where: Springs Cafe & Restaurant at the Thermae Bath Spa at 11:30am for an initial meet-up with coffee/tea & cake (you will have to buy the 2-hour spa session to get into Springs Cafe, but it is added to your 2hrs) https://www.thermaebathspa.com/thespa/springscafe/springsrestauranttwilightpackage/

After we will enjoy the spa's for 2 hours, followed by a big lunch at either The Pump Room or Firehouse Rotisserie restaurant (TBD) and if there is time, we'll do some sight-seeing

Most of us are just going to buy the Thermae 2-hour Spa package upon arrival: https://www.visitbathshop.co.uk/epages/Store2_Shop2108.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/Store2.Shop2108/Products/tic_0001[/QUOTE][/QUOTE]

Who: Dwrgi, Butterfly & Lils so far, who else can we count on?

I soooo wish ALL of you could come!!!!

 

[LilSluz]

LP is always 14 days, but perhaps the IVF drugs have affected my system. That's what I'm thinking. I DEFO had EWCM on O day. Defo having twinges. It'll be the old hag bag, you'll see.

Glad that you are remaining cautious, but you have to start to hope too, and I am sure that this will be okay. Important to keep yourself busy and let the time go quickly. Your 6 and 12 week scans will be here before you know it!

Really down today-getting so much grief from my tenant, and now I'm evicting her but I can't get her out any sooner than 2 months time, despite her owing me almost £1200, getting a dog, and redecorating. The law is a HUGE ass!

Love to you and love to you all, and where the heck is everybody!????

Enjoying the sunshine, that's where, which is where you and I should be, Lil!!!

How about if I hope for you & you hope for me? That'll solve everything!

Argh, I hate that w/tenants & eviction!!! We have rentals too, and trust me, we have lost LOTS $$$ due to deadbeats! I feel for you honey - hang in there!

Hmmm sunshine vs work...tough one! (We're all freaking out here in FL because we've had almost a whole week of rain?! I know, break out the tissues...)

 

[LilSluz]

HTJ - as soon as you said you were going to get that earlier IUI, I was relieved & now seeing your temp shoot up & seeing that you caught that eggy I am getting even more excited!!! God Bless DP for making breakfast & lunch. I need one of those!!! (Lucky girl!) Everything is crossed for you too!!!

GreekPorn - have you o'd & got IUI? I don't know about that stuff but figured HTJ could do a great job on that & she did Give us an update!

Chicken - 2WW

LOTS of ladies in 2WW so big Fat Fairy to all!!! Wonder where she'll go after Florida...??? Hmmmm... I think we have UK on the list first? Then double back to Canada & then the US again? Don't worry Pad, she'll be back to FL again (what are your trip dates? Will you be O'ing in FL now?)

 

[grkprn]

HTJ - as soon as you said you were going to get that earlier IUI, I was relieved & now seeing your temp shoot up & seeing that you caught that eggy I am getting even more excited!!! God Bless DP for making breakfast & lunch. I need one of those!!! (Lucky girl!) Everything is crossed for you too!!!

GreekPorn - have you o'd & got IUI? I don't know about that stuff but figured HTJ could do a great job on that & she did Give us an update!

Chicken - 2WW

LOTS of ladies in 2WW so big Fat Fairy to all!!! Wonder where she'll go after Florida...??? Hmmmm... I think we have UK on the list first? Then double back to Canada & then the US again? Don't worry Pad, she'll be back to FL again (what are your trip dates? Will you be O'ing in FL now?)

Hey lils! I had a positive OPK (smilie face) yesterday morning and I think I o'ed last night (I certainly felt like someone socked me in the pelvic area!).

The cramps are still there this morning, although they are much more mild -- at least I can walk! Darn Clomid! I didn't think the cramping would be this bad

No IUI, since this was my first cycle on Clomid and my DHs spermies are rated an A+ (motile sperm count is 560 million!)...so all fingers are crossed! If this doesn't work, we'll probably do the IUI in the next cycle. So now, I'm just waiting for my BBT shift to confirm ovulation.

How have you been feeling??