Welcome to 'Trying To Conceive Over 35'

[alicatt]

Thanks, Ali. I'm seeing the doc this afternoon and I will ask about Myco/Urea Plasia. I'm 6dpo and very hopeful about this month because I had 6 days of EWCM, when I normally have zero. I credit the EPO.

As for you, 33 follicles is amazing! That's like what a 29 yr old egg donor would get. I hope you get lots of healthy, mature eggs and then a healthy baby!

HEHE.. Yes my Dr was very surprised with the turnout. He initially said I would probably only have 2-3 good embryos and we wouldn't be able to freeze any. Now they are like.. you will definitely have embryos to freeze! Funny how things turn out!

Good luck at the Dr, and with this current cycle, 6 days of EWCM, WOW! I had that too, but the Dr attributed it to my crazy high estrogen from the stims. You got yours from EPO? Nice! Can't wait to hear how things turn out. I think I will be 1DPO on Saturday, but its hard to figure out all of that stuff since I'm doing IVF. FF will show it as such I believe.

 

[Grey Eyes]

FirstTry,
Yes, I would def see your doc. Stuff like that you really don't want to put off for too long Wow, 6 days of EWCM? I always got 2-3 if I was lucky! I tried using Mucinex and I guess it helped as I got prego that cycle but never too sure what to attribute it too What exactly is EPO? I am going to google it

Ali- I wouldn't care, even if you go to work just wear the exercise pants! I am seriously into comfort! I didn't know they even made a weight scale that can calculate water retention! I need one of those too 8 pounds? You'll lose that no problem, just a few days probably once your system is back to normal. I know when I am pregnant water weight is always present, even when I try hard. I have never had my ankles swell though in pregnancy but doc always checks. And I agree with FirstTry- 33 follies are amazing! I have no clue what I produce but knowing me probably 4-5 Yay! Tomorrow is the big day, I am glad you have someone to drive you (And walk the dogs )

Jess- you haven't been on too much so I am guessing you are working your fanny off! Can't wait ti see pics of your results You compete the 13 of next month, right?

AFM- No dd did NOT sleep well OR in her own bed last night! She woke up 2-3 times fit throwing, then twice I woke up and she was cuddled between dh and I lol. So I would carry her back to her bed. Then at 5 this morning when dh got up I hear her get up and whisper "Papa can I sleep in your bed?" "Sure honey" "K. I loooovvvve you Papa!" LOL! Trust daddy to totally cave in Anyway I figured it was okay as it was technically morning And she wasn't feeling well, that makes things different. Sore throats are gone today replaced with runny noses. So they caught a bit of a sniffle. Staying inside until it gets warm. We have had very cold nights (I am cold right now!)

K, today is seriously garage day. I mean it this time lol

So I get this message late last night from my attorney's assistant asking me to look over some docs and add anything before they send them. Well, she negated to add certain EXTREMELY important items that we have talked about for months now, so I emailed her back and left a message. I call bright and early this morning and she mumbles around for a minute then says "I already sent it out yesterday"> She sent it out before even sending for my additions! CRAZY! So I call my attorney and he had to rush and make an amendment this morning Like I need more stress!

 

[TerriLou]

Hey ladies, remember me??? Sorry I've been MIA for a while, having a pretty rubbish time at the moment, just reading too much into things I think.

Ali, I'm so excited for your ER tomorrow and the ET on Monday, I can't wait to hear about your BFP. I hope everything goes really well for you and that your OHSS symptoms start to clear. I've got everything crossed that its a very successful procedure. You can deal with what will happen if 3 babies start growing, when you know that is the case. x

Coy, it really made me laugh reading a post where you were telling Ali to relax I mean, isn't that what we're all telling you to do? Especially after the plug being seen. If the babies head is starting to engage, I'm guessing that is what caused the plug to come out. If I had to put a wager on, I'd say 30th September. 3 weeks early will be fine!

Angel, so sorry about this mc, hopefully your doc will be able to help you now. I read an article a while ago about a woman who's blood started clotting really bad as soon as she got pregnant, so the doc gave her baby aspirin, which she was told to take as soon as she got the bfp. She then successfully had a couple of babies.

I watched a programme the other day about multiple pregnancies, apparently when the mother is getting older, her body starts to release more than one egg at a time in an effort to help her get pregnant, seeing that is what our bodies are made for. I would so love it if that was the case for me, I'd love to have twins.

The reason I've been feeling so rubbish just lately is that I spoke to my sister on the phone the other day, we were talking about me getting pregnant, then she said "you just have to pounce on him at 4 in the morning, thats what me and Chris did". She said that last bit about 4 times during the call. I should have asked her, but couldn't bring myself to do it. I think it was her way of telling me that she's pregnant again, but didn't want to tell me outright as she knows what I'm going through at the moment. After we ended the call, I just kept thinking about it and ended up in a right state, bawling my eyes out, going out to a shop, buying loads of rubbish and sitting and eating it. Unfortunately my Hubby was out, so I couldn't talk to him about it. I sent him a text message to tell him what I had done and how bad I felt as I tend to binge eat when my emotions go to pot.

If my sister is pregnant, I will be happy as I know she was thinking about having another, but she can't look after the 2 she has very well. I have to take them off her quite often to look after them as she is addicted to alcohol. She is better since she's been with this boyfriend, but her ex is trying to sell the house and if he does, she has nowhere to live, the councils round here aren't great and my Parents don't have enough room for them. I do, but I live about 20 miles away from them and it'd be awkward for the kids going to school as she can't afford to drive that far every day and she wouldn't want to change their schools etc.

I hope I don't sound like I'm just thinking of myself here, I just worry what she'll be like bringing another child into the world when the two she has drive her mad. My Parents come back from holiday tomorrow, so I think I'll speak to my Mum to see if my sister is pregnant, because I feel awkward asking her myself, I don't want her to think I'm judging her or anything. I'm just driving myself potty at the moment, especially as I'm on CD42 and I still haven't ovulated, my temps are all over the place.

Sorry to rant, I'm just so down right now and haven't been able to bring myself to come on here and chat. Sorry ladies.

Anyway, I hope you are all doing well. xx

 

[alicatt]

Hey ladies, remember me??? Sorry I've been MIA for a while, having a pretty rubbish time at the moment, just reading too much into things I think.

Ali, I'm so excited for your ER tomorrow and the ET on Monday, I can't wait to hear about your BFP. I hope everything goes really well for you and that your OHSS symptoms start to clear. I've got everything crossed that its a very successful procedure. You can deal with what will happen if 3 babies start growing, when you know that is the case. x

Coy, it really made me laugh reading a post where you were telling Ali to relax I mean, isn't that what we're all telling you to do? Especially after the plug being seen. If the babies head is starting to engage, I'm guessing that is what caused the plug to come out. If I had to put a wager on, I'd say 30th September. 3 weeks early will be fine!

Angel, so sorry about this mc, hopefully your doc will be able to help you now. I read an article a while ago about a woman who's blood started clotting really bad as soon as she got pregnant, so the doc gave her baby aspirin, which she was told to take as soon as she got the bfp. She then successfully had a couple of babies.

I watched a programme the other day about multiple pregnancies, apparently when the mother is getting older, her body starts to release more than one egg at a time in an effort to help her get pregnant, seeing that is what our bodies are made for. I would so love it if that was the case for me, I'd love to have twins.

The reason I've been feeling so rubbish just lately is that I spoke to my sister on the phone the other day, we were talking about me getting pregnant, then she said "you just have to pounce on him at 4 in the morning, thats what me and Chris did". She said that last bit about 4 times during the call. I should have asked her, but couldn't bring myself to do it. I think it was her way of telling me that she's pregnant again, but didn't want to tell me outright as she knows what I'm going through at the moment. After we ended the call, I just kept thinking about it and ended up in a right state, bawling my eyes out, going out to a shop, buying loads of rubbish and sitting and eating it. Unfortunately my Hubby was out, so I couldn't talk to him about it. I sent him a text message to tell him what I had done and how bad I felt as I tend to binge eat when my emotions go to pot.

If my sister is pregnant, I will be happy as I know she was thinking about having another, but she can't look after the 2 she has very well. I have to take them off her quite often to look after them as she is addicted to alcohol. She is better since she's been with this boyfriend, but her ex is trying to sell the house and if he does, she has nowhere to live, the councils round here aren't great and my Parents don't have enough room for them. I do, but I live about 20 miles away from them and it'd be awkward for the kids going to school as she can't afford to drive that far every day and she wouldn't want to change their schools etc.

I hope I don't sound like I'm just thinking of myself here, I just worry what she'll be like bringing another child into the world when the two she has drive her mad. My Parents come back from holiday tomorrow, so I think I'll speak to my Mum to see if my sister is pregnant, because I feel awkward asking her myself, I don't want her to think I'm judging her or anything. I'm just driving myself potty at the moment, especially as I'm on CD42 and I still haven't ovulated, my temps are all over the place.

Sorry to rant, I'm just so down right now and haven't been able to bring myself to come on here and chat. Sorry ladies.

Anyway, I hope you are all doing well. xx

Thanks Tracey! So nice to hear from you!

I'm trying not to go too crazy. Just can't wait for the OHSS symptoms to go away and for me to start feeling a little more normal. I was highly emotional last night, and just seemed to be so uncomfortable. By this time tomorrow I should feel a lot better. Can't wait!

Yes, I bet Coy will go early, So you picked Sept 30th, I picked Oct 8th. I wonder what days others will pick?

I hope your Sis is not pregnant for the kids/baby's sake, but unfortunately that is often the case. Those that shouldn't get pregnant are the ones that do! Those of us that WANT a baby are the ones that don't, its just murphy's law. GRR.. hate murphy's law! I have read that about twins as you age, and also if you are overweight (which I am). The weight comes into play because your estrogen levels are often higher, and that can make more than 1 egg release too. I think you guys should try some fertility treatments, perhaps femara or clomid? I have heard that they put women on birth control pills to get the cycle more regular, then take you off BCP, and then do clomid or femara for days 2-7 or whatever the dates, and that will force you to ovulate around day 14, and you'll have a regular cycle. Plus the clomid/femara will help you to create more follicles, and then when they get to the right size they trigger you with hCG and you have timed intercourse. Have you discussed these kinds of options with your Dr? This type of protocol shouldn't cost extra $$ as the cost of the drugs is probably less than $150 USD. Plus it's not really 'assisted' because they are not assisting the semen/eggs from fertilizing in any way. You are just helping regulate the cycle and giving you the chance to have more than 1 egg!

 

[Grey Eyes]

Terri- you have every right to think about yourself. Don't feel guilty about that! You are a woman and you have been trying very hard to get your bfp...it can be mentally and emotionally debilitating for women, believe me, I know! When I was ttc I couldn't believe how many women and teens I saw getting pregnant and they would gripe about it like it was an accident and I would think "Here I am trying so hard and you just stumble into it!" The best advice I can give is just try to focus on you and your dh and leave the world aside for awhile Re: the binge eating. I think we as women are all guilty of that on some level. I know when I am feeling stressed I always lean toward chocolate or heavy carbs. A few years ago when I would stress I would want a cold beer or glass of wine but as my gramps was an alcoholic I cautioned myself to say no to it all together! But the last year or so I have been really tough on myself to try and stay healthy so I just slap my own hands! Try talking it out with your dh and get all your frustrations out (as unreasonable as they may sound to you) I know that helps a lot. Stress likes to stay deep down inside and pop out when you are all alone and fighting it by yourself. Stress is wicked that way! Plus you have all your bnb buddies on here thinking and praying for you every day! You are a very strong lady, that is apparent. Think of yourself and try not to worry

 

[alicatt]

FirstTry,
Yes, I would def see your doc. Stuff like that you really don't want to put off for too long Wow, 6 days of EWCM? I always got 2-3 if I was lucky! I tried using Mucinex and I guess it helped as I got prego that cycle but never too sure what to attribute it too What exactly is EPO? I am going to google it

Ali- I wouldn't care, even if you go to work just wear the exercise pants! I am seriously into comfort! I didn't know they even made a weight scale that can calculate water retention! I need one of those too 8 pounds? You'll lose that no problem, just a few days probably once your system is back to normal. I know when I am pregnant water weight is always present, even when I try hard. I have never had my ankles swell though in pregnancy but doc always checks. And I agree with FirstTry- 33 follies are amazing! I have no clue what I produce but knowing me probably 4-5 Yay! Tomorrow is the big day, I am glad you have someone to drive you (And walk the dogs )

Jess- you haven't been on too much so I am guessing you are working your fanny off! Can't wait ti see pics of your results You compete the 13 of next month, right?

AFM- No dd did NOT sleep well OR in her own bed last night! She woke up 2-3 times fit throwing, then twice I woke up and she was cuddled between dh and I lol. So I would carry her back to her bed. Then at 5 this morning when dh got up I hear her get up and whisper "Papa can I sleep in your bed?" "Sure honey" "K. I loooovvvve you Papa!" LOL! Trust daddy to totally cave in Anyway I figured it was okay as it was technically morning And she wasn't feeling well, that makes things different. Sore throats are gone today replaced with runny noses. So they caught a bit of a sniffle. Staying inside until it gets warm. We have had very cold nights (I am cold right now!)

K, today is seriously garage day. I mean it this time lol

So I get this message late last night from my attorney's assistant asking me to look over some docs and add anything before they send them. Well, she negated to add certain EXTREMELY important items that we have talked about for months now, so I emailed her back and left a message. I call bright and early this morning and she mumbles around for a minute then says "I already sent it out yesterday"> She sent it out before even sending for my additions! CRAZY! So I call my attorney and he had to rush and make an amendment this morning Like I need more stress!

YIKES!

I think you have to be strict with your DD, she can't keep doing what she is doing or you are going to wear yourself out, and your DH has to be on the same page with you. She is clearly learning that your DH is the softie and this is going to get worse before it gets better! Kids are smart, they remember that DH will let her get away with things, and will play that card! They learn it at a young age too, so scary. I pray that I have the strength to stand up to my children during times like that. Especially when you are so tired and all you want to do is sleep, and the easy fix is to just let them sleep with you. UGH. I am sure I will cave. I'll need you to remind me that I can't!

Bummer about the docs too. Sounds like his assistant is a few bricks short of a load! LOL. At least your lawyer took care of it!

Now get out to that garage.. no wait.. don't go out there, you need to rest!

 

[alicatt]

Terri- you have every right to think about yourself. Don't feel guilty about that! You are a woman and you have been trying very hard to get your bfp...it can be mentally and emotionally debilitating for women, believe me, I know! When I was ttc I couldn't believe how many women and teens I saw getting pregnant and they would gripe about it like it was an accident and I would think "Here I am trying so hard and you just stumble into it!" The best advice I can give is just try to focus on you and your dh and leave the world aside for awhile Re: the binge eating. I think we as women are all guilty of that on some level. I know when I am feeling stressed I always lean toward chocolate or heavy carbs. A few years ago when I would stress I would want a cold beer or glass of wine but as my gramps was an alcoholic I cautioned myself to say no to it all together! But the last year or so I have been really tough on myself to try and stay healthy so I just slap my own hands! Try talking it out with your dh and get all your frustrations out (as unreasonable as they may sound to you) I know that helps a lot. Stress likes to stay deep down inside and pop out when you are all alone and fighting it by yourself. Stress is wicked that way! Plus you have all your bnb buddies on here thinking and praying for you every day! You are a very strong lady, that is apparent. Think of yourself and try not to worry

I agree!

As for the binge eating, I confess to it too. The best way to deal with it is head on. when you feel that sadness coming out, and you are about to jump in your car and go get those bad things, stop yourself for 5 minutes. Think about it, and see if there isn't a healthier way to deal with your emotions. I had a super horrible breakup in my early 20s. My first instinct was to hit the McDonalds, and eat mountains of garbage. I did that for about 2 weeks and stepped on the scale and realized I'd gained 5 lbs. YIKES! That was on top of the 15 I'd gained in freshman year. So now I'm barely fitting into clothes and I'm totally depressed due to the loss of what I thought was the love of my life. It was a bad time in my life. One morning I just woke up and realized that I was hurting myself more by my behavior, and the best revenge on my ex-BF was to get fit and and look stunning. Which was also the best thing for me! So I marched out and got a membership at the local hotel's gym (much cheaper at the time then the real gyms in the area), plus they had an indoor pool! Well wouldn't you know it! Pounding out on that treadmill and swimming laps was the best medicine I was fit, and the endorphins I released by doing the workouts made me happy, and boy did stomping on the treadmill help! I imagined that each step I took was a stomp on my ex BFs head! I've never admitted that to anyone. I guess what I'm trying to say is that you can change your bad habits, and replace them with positive things. It just takes time and determination, and amazing amounts of will power!

 

[alicatt]

GEESH.. I'm full of wisdom today!

Actually I was thinking about that time in my life (my ex BF from way back then just the other day). The quitting smoking has been more difficult with the added stresses of the past week. I would like nothing more than to be able to get to the gym and get some exercise and use that to help overcome the smoking thing. The issue with that is that I can't go exercise right now
Heck I'm about to go lie in bed so my ankles stop swelling, and I have been told that I can't work out until my ovaries are normal sizes again, and that can take up to 2 months! Hopefully I will be able to walk here next week, that would be a huge improvement, but I HATE walking. It would be better than nothing.

IVF really knocks the tar out of women! Thank God this is the one and only time I will ever do this. If I have to try again, it will be FET with my frosties. If that doesn't work then it was God's plan for me to be single and childless

 

[AngelSerenity]

Angel, so sorry about this mc, hopefully your doc will be able to help you now. I read an article a while ago about a woman who's blood started clotting really bad as soon as she got pregnant, so the doc gave her baby aspirin, which she was told to take as soon as she got the bfp. She then successfully had a couple of babies.

I watched a programme the other day about multiple pregnancies, apparently when the mother is getting older, her body starts to release more than one egg at a time in an effort to help her get pregnant, seeing that is what our bodies are made for. I would so love it if that was the case for me, I'd love to have twins.

The reason I've been feeling so rubbish just lately is that I spoke to my sister on the phone the other day, we were talking about me getting pregnant, then she said "you just have to pounce on him at 4 in the morning, thats what me and Chris did". She said that last bit about 4 times during the call. I should have asked her, but couldn't bring myself to do it. I think it was her way of telling me that she's pregnant again, but didn't want to tell me outright as she knows what I'm going through at the moment. After we ended the call, I just kept thinking about it and ended up in a right state, bawling my eyes out, going out to a shop, buying loads of rubbish and sitting and eating it. Unfortunately my Hubby was out, so I couldn't talk to him about it. I sent him a text message to tell him what I had done and how bad I felt as I tend to binge eat when my emotions go to pot.

If my sister is pregnant, I will be happy as I know she was thinking about having another, but she can't look after the 2 she has very well. I have to take them off her quite often to look after them as she is addicted to alcohol. She is better since she's been with this boyfriend, but her ex is trying to sell the house and if he does, she has nowhere to live, the councils round here aren't great and my Parents don't have enough room for them. I do, but I live about 20 miles away from them and it'd be awkward for the kids going to school as she can't afford to drive that far every day and she wouldn't want to change their schools etc.

I hope I don't sound like I'm just thinking of myself here, I just worry what she'll be like bringing another child into the world when the two she has drive her mad. My Parents come back from holiday tomorrow, so I think I'll speak to my Mum to see if my sister is pregnant, because I feel awkward asking her myself, I don't want her to think I'm judging her or anything. I'm just driving myself potty at the moment, especially as I'm on CD42 and I still haven't ovulated, my temps are all over the place.

Sorry to rant, I'm just so down right now and haven't been able to bring myself to come on here and chat. Sorry ladies.

Anyway, I hope you are all doing well. xx

Hi Terri, lovely to hear from you and thanks for the thoughts. I've been on aspirin for quite some time now but the doc says if I do have Hughes Syndrome, which is what they are treating me for, aspirin isnt enough. I started clexane injections on Monday but I can only take them from BFP so that stopped on Tuesday! I'm also going to push for NK cell testing and treatment as I am also showing symptoms for that. We are getting a plan of action into place next Thursday so fingers crossed I'll get another BFP soon, and this one will stick! When I say 'we' I mean I'm going to hold that doctor down and demand things .

I hope your sister tells you soon if she is pregnant, and I know in one way you will be happy etc. I tend to agree regarding expanding your brood when you arent really in the position to do so, but then again accidents do happen. Either way I hope you find out an answer soon x

I forgot to ask, have you had any more success getting help with your long cycles?

 

[AngelSerenity]

Thanks, Ali. I'm seeing the doc this afternoon and I will ask about Myco/Urea Plasia. I'm 6dpo and very hopeful about this month because I had 6 days of EWCM, when I normally have zero. I credit the EPO.

As for you, 33 follicles is amazing! That's like what a 29 yr old egg donor would get. I hope you get lots of healthy, mature eggs and then a healthy baby!

HEHE.. Yes my Dr was very surprised with the turnout. He initially said I would probably only have 2-3 good embryos and we wouldn't be able to freeze any. Now they are like.. you will definitely have embryos to freeze! Funny how things turn out!

Good luck at the Dr, and with this current cycle, 6 days of EWCM, WOW! I had that too, but the Dr attributed it to my crazy high estrogen from the stims. You got yours from EPO? Nice! Can't wait to hear how things turn out. I think I will be 1DPO on Saturday, but its hard to figure out all of that stuff since I'm doing IVF. FF will show it as such I believe.

Ali Fab news, oh this is so exciting honey!!! Thinking of you

FirstTry,
Yes, I would def see your doc. Stuff like that you really don't want to put off for too long Wow, 6 days of EWCM? I always got 2-3 if I was lucky! I tried using Mucinex and I guess it helped as I got prego that cycle but never too sure what to attribute it too What exactly is EPO? I am going to google it

Ali- I wouldn't care, even if you go to work just wear the exercise pants! I am seriously into comfort! I didn't know they even made a weight scale that can calculate water retention! I need one of those too 8 pounds? You'll lose that no problem, just a few days probably once your system is back to normal. I know when I am pregnant water weight is always present, even when I try hard. I have never had my ankles swell though in pregnancy but doc always checks. And I agree with FirstTry- 33 follies are amazing! I have no clue what I produce but knowing me probably 4-5 Yay! Tomorrow is the big day, I am glad you have someone to drive you (And walk the dogs )

Jess- you haven't been on too much so I am guessing you are working your fanny off! Can't wait ti see pics of your results You compete the 13 of next month, right?

AFM- No dd did NOT sleep well OR in her own bed last night! She woke up 2-3 times fit throwing, then twice I woke up and she was cuddled between dh and I lol. So I would carry her back to her bed. Then at 5 this morning when dh got up I hear her get up and whisper "Papa can I sleep in your bed?" "Sure honey" "K. I loooovvvve you Papa!" LOL! Trust daddy to totally cave in Anyway I figured it was okay as it was technically morning And she wasn't feeling well, that makes things different. Sore throats are gone today replaced with runny noses. So they caught a bit of a sniffle. Staying inside until it gets warm. We have had very cold nights (I am cold right now!)

K, today is seriously garage day. I mean it this time lol

So I get this message late last night from my attorney's assistant asking me to look over some docs and add anything before they send them. Well, she negated to add certain EXTREMELY important items that we have talked about for months now, so I emailed her back and left a message. I call bright and early this morning and she mumbles around for a minute then says "I already sent it out yesterday"> She sent it out before even sending for my additions! CRAZY! So I call my attorney and he had to rush and make an amendment this morning Like I need more stress!

Coy.... lol at DH with your DD, anything for an easy life (for him) eh? And pah humbug at your attorney's assistant, like really do people not think?!!!!!!!! Hope you're still managing to take it easy somewhere

Hi twotogo... good luck with getting the machine fixed. And you know what, I think a NTNP approach is a great relaxing way to get that BFP

Hi everybody else

 

[TerriLou]

Thanks for your comments, you really are lovely ladies, thinking about it, I should have come on here and typed out my feelings instead of turning to food. I feel like I have some good friends on here.

I have actually bought myself a book to write all my feelings in. I need to do something, I am more than double my recommended weight for my height. I don't want to be thin, just healthy.

Angel, yes, I would be happy for my sister as she did tell me a while ago that she wanted another. The first 2 were conceived when she was on the pill. I spoke to my doc, who told me he wouldn't do anything as we haven't been trying long enough. I`m going to go back again soon though as cycles this long aren't helping anything.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Well, I checked and T has temp of 102.3! So her body is fighting whatever it is pretty hard. And Kat is ata mild 99.3. And dh has a fever too so meds all around! I ran to the store and got all kinds of sanitizer, vitamin C supps, Ibuprofin, Tylenol- fever meds, plus tissues, a garbage can for the living room to catch the flying tissues, lol! What else? Feel good kid food like pudding, chicken noodle soup....stuff I don't have to spend hours cooking When I got home they were all three squidged into the recliner int he living room. Dh in middle with a dd squeezed on either side with their teddy-bears and blankets Poor guy! He's a good daddy!

Ali-I hear you on the exercise! When I get angry that is what I do, I usually find a physically challenging project or something and go at it hard and release the endorphins- that always makes me feel better and helps put things into perspective. You hate walking? Really? I love it if the scenery is nice...something new to check out iykwim! Other than that it can be a drag if it's all inner city.

 

[alicatt]

Thanks for your comments, you really are lovely ladies, thinking about it, I should have come on here and typed out my feelings instead of turning to food. I feel like I have some good friends on here.

I have actually bought myself a book to write all my feelings in. I need to do something, I am more than double my recommended weight for my height. I don't want to be thin, just healthy.

Angel, yes, I would be happy for my sister as she did tell me a while ago that she wanted another. The first 2 were conceived when she was on the pill. I spoke to my doc, who told me he wouldn't do anything as we haven't been trying long enough. I`m going to go back again soon though as cycles this long aren't helping anything.

Tracey, we are always here! For good or bad. You can count on us to bring several perspectives to the table, and to comfort you, and guide you!

I understand the length of time thing. That wasn't an issue for me, as I couldn't try without their help lol! Thing is that they usually shorten the amount of time for women over a certain age, ie 35. At least they do here in the US. I would go back there and insist, but that is just my way. Assertive and let's say it.. bitchy!

If it helps you any, I'm probably 60-80 lbs overweight, so not quite 2x my proper size, but still way too big for my height. I struggle with it too, my problem is that I'm overworked and don't have enough time in the day.

I hope you come share with us more quickly so that we can help you with the issues before you get all worked up about them. I think Coy said it best, don't get too concerned with what is happening in the outside world, it is OK to concentrate on you!

 

[alicatt]

Well, I checked and T has temp of 102.3! So her body is fighting whatever it is pretty hard. And Kat is ata mild 99.3. And dh has a fever too so meds all around! I ran to the store and got all kinds of sanitizer, vitamin C supps, Ibuprofin, Tylenol- fever meds, plus tissues, a garbage can for the living room to catch the flying tissues, lol! What else? Feel good kid food like pudding, chicken noodle soup....stuff I don't have to spend hours cooking When I got home they were all three squidged into the recliner int he living room. Dh in middle with a dd squeezed on either side with their teddy-bears and blankets Poor guy! He's a good daddy!

Ali-I hear you on the exercise! When I get angry that is what I do, I usually find a physically challenging project or something and go at it hard and release the endorphins- that always makes me feel better and helps put things into perspective. You hate walking? Really? I love it if the scenery is nice...something new to check out iykwim! Other than that it can be a drag if it's all inner city.

Yikes! Make sure you don't get sick! You don't need that on top of everything else. Maybe that is a good reason for them to sleep together and you can sleep elsewhere. LOL. Keep all the germs in one place, and far away from you!

Ya, I'm not a big fan of walking, I get really bored walking around the neighborhood. Now put me on a bike, or give me a nature trail and its a totally different thing. I love hiking, and biking, but walking is just sooooo boring.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Well, I checked and T has temp of 102.3! So her body is fighting whatever it is pretty hard. And Kat is ata mild 99.3. And dh has a fever too so meds all around! I ran to the store and got all kinds of sanitizer, vitamin C supps, Ibuprofin, Tylenol- fever meds, plus tissues, a garbage can for the living room to catch the flying tissues, lol! What else? Feel good kid food like pudding, chicken noodle soup....stuff I don't have to spend hours cooking When I got home they were all three squidged into the recliner int he living room. Dh in middle with a dd squeezed on either side with their teddy-bears and blankets Poor guy! He's a good daddy!

Ali-I hear you on the exercise! When I get angry that is what I do, I usually find a physically challenging project or something and go at it hard and release the endorphins- that always makes me feel better and helps put things into perspective. You hate walking? Really? I love it if the scenery is nice...something new to check out iykwim! Other than that it can be a drag if it's all inner city.

Yikes! Make sure you don't get sick! You don't need that on top of everything else. Maybe that is a good reason for them to sleep together and you can sleep elsewhere. LOL. Keep all the germs in one place, and far away from you!

Ya, I'm not a big fan of walking, I get really bored walking around the neighborhood. Now put me on a bike, or give me a nature trail and its a totally different thing. I love hiking, and biking, but walking is just sooooo boring.

Wait- are Mom's allowed to get sick? I don't think so! Who else would take care of everyone? I got dh in a warm shower to get rid of the chills, dd's at the table eating hot soup (after taking Vitami C), then I think I will head outdoors. Dh can keep an eye on the flying tissues while I am out Poor little things, I hate when my kids get sick And Kat understand about getting in our bed- I told her "only when you are sick, or have a nightmare!" She knows I'm a harda$$ even if Papa is a softie

 

[GeorgiaBelle]

Hello, Ladies! Sorry I’ve been away from the board. Late July seems to be the last time I posted. Kept waiting to get more test results to share with you but instead have received nothing but a huge headache.

On July 27th, I started my period for July. As it was with June’s cycle, I was supposed to call our RE’s office on my first day, so I could have my follow-up ultrasound done. My DH and I had to take care of some errands anyway that same day and would be in the area around the office. I thought it would make sense to stop by. Not only did I need to let them know that my period had started, I had also developed a yeast infection which was causing pain only when DH and I made love. I was hoping his office would call in a Diflucan prescription for me. Plus, I needed to know if the doctor wanted me to take Clomid again starting on the fifth day of my cycle.

There was one more issue I came in to see them about. With me I had a letter size manila envelope sealed and taped shut and addressed to the wife of our RE who had started handling billing for the office. In the envelope I had a letter to her, billing statements for DH and for me, and a note with a check stapled to it. The check was my second attempt to pay in full, DH’s account.

Here is a summary of the billing dispute I’ve had to deal with our RE’s office.
On March 16, 2012, DH and I each saw our RE. On that day, I paid the $20.00 co-pay on my account, but DH was told he had no co-pay for that visit.

Approximately a month before my next appointment with our RE on June 6th, DH and I each received a bill for the March 16th visit. DH’s total was $72.71 and my total was $52.71. I decided to pay each bill by separate check when I came in for my appointment.

I am unsure of the woman’s name, but I have talked with her before. Unfortunately, since I have checked out through her before, I understand that she likes to talk a lot and doesn’t always pay attention to the matter at hand.

On the check for $72.71, I wrote DH’s account number and his name. I had this check attached to DH’s statement. On the check for $52.71, I wrote my account number and my name. I had this check attached to my statement. I handed the checks and statements to her individually and stressed that one was for DH’s balance and one was for my balance. It took her awhile with the computer, but she finally wrote “Pd. 6-6-12 Her Initials” on DH’s statement and “6-6-12 Her Initials” on my statement.

Both checks cleared the bank on June 11th. I did receive a “Second Notice” bill for DH about a day after I saw our RE on June 6th and one for me around a week later. I didn’t worry about these because I understand there can be a lag at times for payments to post on the accounts.

When we saw our RE next on June 15th, the same woman at checkout informed DH and me that we owed $72.71 for DH and $52.71 for me. I reminded her that on June 6th, I had given her a check for DH and a check for me and that she had posted them to our different accounts. I even mentioned that both checks had already cleared the bank. She seemed unsure but said she thought she remembered. She even said that the checks must just be slow in registering to each account.

Friday, July 13th, I received another bill for DH stating that “This is your THIRD notice. Your balance is PAST DUE and may be placed with a collection agency if payment is not received within 28 days. Call the number listed above to make a payment.” First thing Monday morning, July 16th, I called Reproductive Endocrinologists at 1-877-723-7910 and left a message.

A man called me back after 9:00 am, to let me know that both payments had been posted to my account, and it was now too late to do anything to correct the mistake. Both payments posting to my account left me with a $20.00 credit, which he was transferring to DH’s account. He let me know that I would still owe $52.71 on DH’s account.

Recently, I received another “This is your THIRD notice. Your balance is PAST DUE and may be placed with a collection agency if payment is not received within 28 days. Call the number listed above to make a payment.” for DH. How could this be possible when I left another check to pay the balance for a second time?

Seems his wife never received the manila envelope and his reception has no memory of me leaving anything for his wife. I had to pay for a third time. Not only that, but I had to deal with the same foolish woman at checkout. She has made a point of being extremely cold to DH and me now. I’ve noticed, too, that those in the office who used to be so wonderful to DH and me are also turning offish now.

Further adding to my headache is my last appointment on August 31st. I had the follow-up ultrasound on August 8th. I didn’t hear from our RE until a week later. We corresponded through e-mail, and he told me to make an appointment for August 28th to discuss the ultrasound. I did make the appointment but was unable to keep it. Late August 27th, my husband found two flat tires on the right side of his car. I wasn’t able to get to work or keep my appointment the next day. I was able to reschedule for August 31st.

All I was to do was meet with the doctor and discuss the results. I would make sure to get a copy of the ultrasound before I left. Instead they treated it like a regular visit with him. I was getting really confused and had planned to say something when the doctor came into the examining room. I only ended up getting distracted because when he came in he started talking about whether I had the x-ray to check my tubes. I reminded him that we talked about it a few months back, but he decided to try to the ultrasound first. He stared making plans about the x-ray. I had started my August period on August 28th, so he wanted me to call or text him on his cell phone on Labor Day morning.

I did as he asked. He responded wanting to know if I had finished bleeding. I replied that I had finished the day before. That was the last I heard from him.

By the way, when DH and I got back home on August 31st, I immediately e-mailed our RE and let him know that the reason he wanted to see me that day was the one thing we never discussed. Could I please have a copy of my second ultrasound mailed to me?

On September 6th, I e-mail him because I had developed what I thought was another yeast infection. I mentioned that DH and I were under a lot of stress. Maybe that could be causing two yeast infections in a row? Could I also please have another Difulcan prescription called in?

Have not heard back from the last text or either e-mail. I even called Tuesday and left a voice mail for the person responsible for refills. Still nothing called in.

Hubby has found temporary work. He was supposed to see our RE on Friday. I cancelled his appointment Monday morning since he’ll being working and can’t get away. I told them we would reschedule. We will but not until November probably.

 

[Philomena]

Hi GeorgiaBelle, it's good to hear from you, although it sounds like you've been through the mill!!!
what an inept office! I don't know if your bank does this for you online or at all, but my bank has a service where in my online account I can print off copies of cleared cheques.... it may help you to get them figured out without having to pay them AGAIN for the same appointment! what crazies!

As for the yeast infections.... I used to suffer from repeat yeast infections and the diflucan was the only thing that would get rid of it... canesten, or whatever never really helped me.... and the diflucan worked, but it's expensive here....
THEN, my doctor asked if I'd ever tried Boric Acid.... have you heard of it? She gave me a prescription for Boric Acid powder in capsules which you insert intravaginally.
they worked like a charm!!
I haven't had any trouble for over 3 years until I was about 16 weeks pregnant. I went and got another prescription (boric acid capsules for yeast infections is ok during pregnancy) and the pharmacy only made them in suppository version... that's the boric acid powder in a vegetable oil solid base.... I hated them... messy, slimy, gross feeling... I wanted my powder in a capsule!! plus I didn't think the suppositories worked as well as the powder....
SO I ended up just getting the powder from the pharmacist (they keep it behind the counter here) and I picked up empty gelatin capsules from the health food store and filled them myself! I was so much better the next morning! I did one a night for about 3 nights and it was completely gone.

I absolutely swear by them, and on top of feeling like it's way more effective than diflucan, it's way less expensive too.....

anyways... I can't help with the crazies at the office, but if you haven't thought about trying the Boric Acid powder in a capsule, then I recommend you try it!! If you have any other questions about it, let me know.....

hope things improve!

phil.

 

[Philomena]

Tracey, it's good to hear from you, too....
It's hard being patient for your bfp when your cycles are long. And I know what you mean about eating your troubles away.... I do that, too....
I don't have anything super profound to add, except that you aren't alone and there are plenty of us who know exactly how you feel and are here for you, should you want us.

hang in there, and know we are all here for you...
phil.

 

[Grey Eyes]

O my heck, this baby is kicking the bee-jeesus out of me! I think she is getting cramped and so she gets her feet against my side and puuuuusshshshshes hard! Yow! It's pretty painful sometimes lol! Dh told me several times today he doesn't think I'll "make it" to October- this is funny as he is very practical and analytical, so maybe he is right!

Today dh helped me and we sorted more stuff to throw and stuff to donate, and cleaned up and organized in the garage. Not finished but getting sooo close! Then I want tof inish up the little left of the girls closet. I have two weeks left of my current school course; this is an easy week so thinking of doing my final this week too- just in case she is born I'll still finish! lol! Then I get a week off Then I am scheduled (purposefully so) for my easier electives, that way I don't have to think so hard when I am so tired after labor

Today was a very boogery day. That's what we moms do- clean boogers At one point I laughed out loud because I was helping Kat blow her nose and I would say sternly "Now blow. Blow again" and I hear dh saying "blow! Blow again!" and I look over and he is helping T So we were both up to our eyebrows in sniffly kids today. They are getting better though, I am guessing I will have a very crappy night as sickish kids don't rest well but that's what moms are for

 

[alicatt]

Egg retrieval day! YAY!