TTC after loss - over 40 - any takers? Our lucky thread - 9 rainbows and 1 BFP

[Oasis717]

Oh Jo I am sorry it wasn't better news don't give up hunni there is still a chance for you xxx.
Thank you all for thinking of us, Brooklyn is actually worse today, might take him docs if it continues xxxx

 

[crysshae]

I'm sorry Jo. That's the way I felt after my 2nd miscarriage last September. I was able to ignore it while I my mind was occupied and we were busy moving and waiting on blood work. Then when everything settled, that feeling was right there waiting.

They say FertilAid and OvaBoost work great together. FertilAid has Vitex in it so it helps with your cycle/hormone levels too. I bought FertilAid for men for DH as it's a vitamin but has all the extra stuff in there for sperm quality.

 

[josie1234]

Thank you. I have been looking on internet and of course there are so many different things you could try. You would end up rattling about if you took everything they say would help. I have just ordered the ova boost at the moment and will probably get some vitex as it is on offer in Holland and barrett. Can't really afford to buy lots of stuff at the moment, money very tight after Christmas. See how I get on with them (on top of what I have already bought). FX'd. Need to relax and start organising some 'me' time, also family time too.

Becks - defo take Brooklyn to the doctors and then he can get on the road to recovery sooner rather than later. Bless him. Bet he still smiles despite being poorly. Big hugs.

Thanks Crystal.

 

[crysshae]

Good luck, Jo. And definitely get that me and family time in. It will do you loads of good.

Becks - I hope Brooklyn gets better quickly. Definitely take him to the docs if it doesn't start clearing up or a fever starts, goes up or comes back.

 

[josie1234]

Yes will do, Crystal. Off to bed now so hopefully tomorrow will feel a bit better.

 

[dancareoi]

Becks hope Brooklyn gets better soon

Jo, sorry it wasn't better news. Sorry to nag, but I would definately speak to an acupuncturist just to see if it is something they can help with. I really do believe that this will help you.

 

[Oasis717]

Thanks ladies I think he was just tired yesterday as he usually sleeps around 6 hours a day but only had one! I think he's teething and we've bought him some teethers you can put in the fridge. He went to sleep at 10 last night and is up for a bottle now. He's not had a temperature just a cold and coughs on the mucus he's swallowing. I will keep an eye on his cough though and of course take him if it doesn't clear up but I think his teeth are really playing him up he's drooling so much and jamming his fists into his mouth poor thing xxx xx

 

[josie1234]

Thanks Lisa. I will defo look into that.

Hope Brooklyn has a better day. Are you feeling any better Becks?

Pleased that my temps are fluctuating a bit more.

 

[Oasis717]

I'm a little better Jo but still have the cold and headache yes I saw your temps are up this morn I had to take mine at 5 so not so good but that's when Brooklyn woke up!xxx

 

[crysshae]

Jo - Hope you're doing okay.

Becks - Poor little guy. Those teeth can be awful. For his cough/congestion, do you ever try putting Vicks/Mentholatum on the bottom of his feet and then socks on? It helps a lot.

Lisa - How are you?

Fi - Looks like O will confirm tomorrow?

Regina - ??

Started my cocktail last night. Lol. Praying it will do the job.

 

[Oasis717]

Thanks Crystal I'd read that somewhere else as well so gunna give that a go xxxx

 

[Left wonderin]

Hi everyone sorry to have worried ye , my blasted phone line has been waterlogged !! So no Internet , I was having withdrawals !!!! everything. Good here , 38+3 so on the countdown . No symptoms of anything happening yet except heartburn !!! Have hospital appointment on Monday so we will see what the story is then . Jo I'm sorry about your test results but all hope is not lost my sisters last baby at 43 was a " meapaouse" baby also my mams last baby was after she started hers young at 40 .

Brooklyn and Cathlin are looking cutier by the day and so big !! I've finished my nursery so will post photos for ya . I'm very happy with how its turned out now all we need to do is await the arrival of the man himself !

 

[crysshae]

Very glad to hear you're doing well, Regina. Congrats on getting everything ready. I bet you're getting excited!

Love those positive stories about your sister and mom.

 

[Oasis717]

Lovely to hear from you Regina, can't believe your so close!! So excited for you! Brooklyn is much much better tonight and was much more himself with no tears so hopefully he's on the mend! X.

 

[josie1234]

Regina - so excited for you. Thank you for the inspiring stories. I have not lost hope. Looking forward to seeing pics.

Becks - glad that Brooklyn is getting better. How are you, any better?

AFM - not feeling too bad about the news now. It ain't over just yet! I received my ovaboost this morning and have also got some Agnus Castus, Dong Quai and Evening Primrose Oil, Vit C and Zinc. So I am going to go with them at the moment.

 

[josie1234]

opk today. Hopefully timing is ok as DH went back today. He is back home on Tuesday morning.

 

[Oasis717]

Great timing Jo! I'm just waiting for a pos opk it's def not over! You've still got a massive chance, you've got a great attitude pma!! I'm much better thanks, lost 3lb in 2 days so given me a great start and reason to stick to the diet. Walked an hour round my estate which is all hills and did 7 large hills/alleys xxx

 

[crysshae]

Great PMA Jo! Sounds like the timing was just right. Remember to only use the EPO till you O.

Glad y'all are feeling better Becks. I guess that's one way to start a diet. Lol.

I can't remember if I've asked before. Did any of you who have your rainbows completely change your diet when you were trying? There are so many sites that say cut out bread, dairy, sugar, etc. completely.

I have had my 2 eggs per day this week. I've heard an avocado per day is good too, and I could eat those or at least guacamole all the time, so I had some with my eggs yesterday. Don't want to eat it with chips every day since then I'd just gain weight. Lol.

 

[josie1234]

Becks - that's great, keep it up. Small goals. Yes no point giving up. Staying positive.

Crystal - do I stop EPO when I get pos opk?

https://www.whattoexpect.com/preconception/fertility-foods.aspx
gives some ideas on foods.

 

[crysshae]

Since OPKs can be a day or two in advance of ovulation, I would say stop it the day your temp rises significantly. You don't want to take it in the TWW as it can cause uterine contractions.

Thanks for the food info. So in other words, don't listen to all that stuff about stopping certain foods and eat healthy. I've seen people talking about their fertility specialists having them stop certain foods for fear of allergy symptoms causing problems and such, gluten and dairy seem to be the most talked about.