Any other DISers trying to concieve? Reread OP for the QOTD!

[Gurgi]

Ny doctor told my husband that everything was a LOT worse than he had thought. I have 4 incisions on my stomach/bikini area. He told him that I had polyps and fibroids that had to be removed; I have (had) endometriosis; scar tissue was completely blocking a tube, and the tube was filled with blood (so now I know why I've had so much pain).

Surgery started at 3, I wasn't out until 6:45. I had a really hard time waking up, and they eventually gave me morphine for pain. I finally left the hospital at 11:00.

I am exhausted and in a lot of pain. Dr. Hill and the nurses all said that they are not sure I will be up enough to come back to work Monday, so I need to take it VERY easy. The She-Ra part of me wants to come back, but the pain threshold is very, very low.

Just wanted to update you girls. I have bruises all over my stomach and arm, and I was so tired and just wanted to go home at the end of the night, so I started crying when one nurse told me I HAD to pee before I could leave. It took me an hour to do so

My doctor also wants me to wait 2-3 cycles before trying to get pregnant. Hopefully, this is time I'll be able to.

Have a great morning, girls

 

[ImarriedGrumpy]

Ny doctor told my husband that everything was a LOT worse than he had thought. I have 4 incisions on my stomach/bikini area. He told him that I had polyps and fibroids that had to be removed; I have (had) endometriosis; scar tissue was completely blocking a tube, and the tube was filled with blood (so now I know why I've had so much pain).

Surgery started at 3, I wasn't out until 6:45. I had a really hard time waking up, and they eventually gave me morphine for pain. I finally left the hospital at 11:00.

I am exhausted and in a lot of pain. Dr. Hill and the nurses all said that they are not sure I will be up enough to come back to work Monday, so I need to take it VERY easy. The She-Ra part of me wants to come back, but the pain threshold is very, very low.

Just wanted to update you girls. I have bruises all over my stomach and arm, and I was so tired and just wanted to go home at the end of the night, so I started crying when one nurse told me I HAD to pee before I could leave. It took me an hour to do so

My doctor also wants me to wait 2-3 cycles before trying to get pregnant. Hopefully, this is time I'll be able to.

Have a great morning, girls

Wow, I hope you are feeling better soon! That sounds like quite the ordeal you've been through today. I'm glad that the Dr. was able to find out what was going on in there and sounds like things got pretty cleaned up. I hope She-Ra can chill out and let you recover in peace!

Elaine, my laptop is just over 3 years old, so not too bad, but I've had my eye on a faster model with a lot more memory for the last few months. DH calls me a closet techno-geek because I like to have my laptop be as up to date as possible with the newest bells and whistles, so the new broken laptop seems to me like the perfect opportunity to upgrade. DH continues to point out that the laptop still technically works just fine, I just have to prop up the screen. We'll see...

We're taking off tomorrow to go help a friend whose dad had a stroke a few months ago and isn't getting better. Looks like he'll be moving into hospice care, and she needs to clean up his house to get it ready to sell. She's just 30 years old, and is the oldest of 3 kids with her youngest sister still in college, her mom died about 10 years ago, and now she's having to get power of attorney and handle all the craziness of caring for her dad and all his finances. So a group of about 25 of us are all road-tripping down to LA to help her out. I'm hoping I can stay barf free so we can still keep the BFP under wraps for now. I'm still nervous about MC, but each day gives me a little more hope.

Anyway, I hope you all have a great weekend! I'm off to go have one last snack before bedtime.

 

[skuttle]

Oh Gurgi! I'm so sorry things were worse than initially thought. Too bad you have to wait so long to TTC. Hopefully that surgery has taken care of everything, and when you are able to try again, you'll get pregnant right away!

Bethany, sounds like you'll have a hard weekend. I hope things go okay. Good luck keeping your BFP to yourself! I'm sure it'll be hard!!

I finally went to the doctor yesterday for my foot because it's still bothering me a good bit. X-rays didn't show a fracture, so there's not much I can do. She suggested I take something like aleve to speed things along. But I remembered when I was pregnant with DS that I was only allowed Tylenol. I mentioned this to her and she agreed, that i should just stick with Tylenol for the pain. Unfortunately, the tylenol won't do anything for the minor swelling. She said it'll just take longer to heal. *sigh*

Nothing new on the TTC front here. CD 16 or 17 today. FF still hasn't showed O, so we're still BD'ing at least every other day. I'm really hoping we have a good month. But I know I probably won't even allow myself to test until CD40 or something!! I can't go through the whole chemical pregnancy thing again.

Anyone watch Lost? I actually broke down in tears watching Lost Wednesday night because of all of the baby stuff on the episode. Pathetic. DH was great though, just softly said, "It's okay. It'll happen." I wish I could have his positive attitude...it comes so easily for him. For me, its a struggle.

Tonight we're bringing DS to the church fair. Should be fun. I love that little man so much, but I still feel like I have a whole lot of love to give to another.

 

[snoopygirl79]

Just thought I'd pop in and say hello. Nothing new going on with me at the moment. Just the start of another cycle - the 6th for me so I'm hoping this one will be "The One"!!!

DH and I are off to Iceland tomorrow for a week so hopefully the break will relax me!! I've warned him I want to BD at least every other day from now on as he'd had a break when AF was here but now it's time for business again!! I think he'll need another holiday after all this to recover!!

Sending lots of baby dust to everyone who needs it and let's hope this is the month for all of us!!

See you when I get back

 

[Gurgi]

Another update:

(sorry for the misspellings...I'm just too tired to care) My doctor just called that he was surprised I was able to walk around lately due to all of the damage. He said that on top of all of the polyps, I had an ovarian cyst, my utereus had sort of collapsed and twisted on top of my left ovary and tube.

He had to remove an eighth of my left ovary and put a type of saran wrap substance around it and my uterus to hold it in place. He also said it took him an hour and a half to find my right tube because it was behind so much
scar tissue.

I have to go on a medication to keep the endimetriosos away for 3
months. Then after that, we can try to conceive. He hopes that I
shouldn't have to go to a fertility specialist.

I am in so much pain today. My throat is so sore and scratchy from
the breathing tube. My stomach is pretty swollen and bruised
and it hurts like heck to go from a sitting/laying position to standing.

I'm a little depressed today. I cried after I heard that news. He
seemed upbeat that I should be able to have another baby, but I'm just
angry that this happened. He's glad I caught it now, because it would
have been worse later on.

 

[DisneyDreamer8]

Another update:

(sorry for the misspellings...I'm just too tired to care) My doctor just called that he was surprised I was able to walk around lately due to all of the damage. He said that on top of all of the polyps, I had an ovarian cyst, my utereus had sort of collapsed and twisted on top of my left ovary and tube.

He had to remove an eighth of my left ovary and put a type of saran wrap substance around it and my uterus to hold it in place. He also said it took him an hour and a half to find my right tube because it was behind so much
scar tissue.

I have to go on a medication to keep the endimetriosos away for 3
months. Then after that, we can try to conceive. He hopes that I
shouldn't have to go to a fertility specialist.

I am in so much pain today. My throat is so sore and scratchy from
the breathing tube. My stomach is pretty swollen and bruised
and it hurts like heck to go from a sitting/laying position to standing.

I'm a little depressed today. I cried after I heard that news. He
seemed upbeat that I should be able to have another baby, but I'm just
angry that this happened. He's glad I caught it now, because it would
have been worse later on.

Hang in there hun

I'm so sorry all this has happened to you. I hope you heal quickly and are able to start TTC again soon. Keep us updated.

 

[DisneyDreamer8]

Elaine: I'm glad the B6 is working for you. I hope you have smooth sailing from here on out

Denise: Sorry you are feeling so badly. I'm sure your hormones will level out soon. I know what you are going through because the Clomid I take does the same thing to me. This week I have cried at stupid things, my fuse is very short and sometimes it is best for me just to be alone so I don't hurt anyones feelings. Hang in there

snoopygirl79: I hope you and your DH have a wonderful time in Iceland!!! Post some pics when you get back if possible...I would love to see what it looks like there!!! Safe trip and try not to wear your DH out to much

Allison: So sorry about your foot. Will your job allow you to stay off of it? Maybe take an ice pack to work? I hope you heal quickly

Bethany: What a great friend you are. I'm sure your friend is grateful for all the support she is getting during this difficult time. I hope your weekend goes well and your tummy doesn't stage a revolt.

Well as for me I'm at CD15. I got a +OPK last night and the night before. This morning I woke up to a huge glob of EWCM (tmi...sorry). So hopefully this everyother night thing works. We BD'd Mon and Wed. Then we will BD tonight and Sun. Probably Mon for good measure because we leave Tues and won't have a chance while at WDW. I REALLY hope this works!!!

 

[Tiggerlover91]

Denise: Sorry you are feeling so badly. I'm sure your hormones will level out soon. I know what you are going through because the Clomid I take does the same thing to me. This week I have cried at stupid things, my fuse is very short and sometimes it is best for me just to be alone so I don't hurt anyones feelings. Hang in there

Well as for me I'm at CD15. I got a +OPK last night and the night before. This morning I woke up to a huge glob of EWCM (tmi...sorry). So hopefully this everyother night thing works. We BD'd Mon and Wed. Then we will BD tonight and Sun. Probably Mon for good measure because we leave Tues and won't have a chance while at WDW. I REALLY hope this works!!!

Thanks for thinking of me. I did some yard work today and then came in to start the lasagna for tonight's dinner and tommorow's lunch at synagogue. Pasta is one of the very few things that DON'T make me sick when I think about it. I ate my turkey burgers and french fries last night, but did feel a little sick afterwards. I'm still holding my weight pretty steady. No true gains really. I gain a pound and then lose it the next day or so. I had a friend years ago who only gained 10 pounds with her baby, and she was more than healthy...she and her baby girl. I'm not trying to do that, but with the way my appetite is now...who knows.

I see a BFP for you VERY soon. You so deserve it since you've been working at it longer! Have a blast in Disney and ride all the rides you can now because when you go next time, you won't be able to.

 

[DisneyDreamer8]

Thanks for thinking of me. I did some yard work today and then came in to start the lasagna for tonight's dinner and tommorow's lunch at synagogue. Pasta is one of the very few things that DON'T make me sick when I think about it. I ate my turkey burgers and french fries last night, but did feel a little sick afterwards. I'm still holding my weight pretty steady. No true gains really. I gain a pound and then lose it the next day or so. I had a friend years ago who only gained 10 pounds with her baby, and she was more than healthy...she and her baby girl. I'm not trying to do that, but with the way my appetite is now...who knows.

I see a BFP for you VERY soon. You so deserve it since you've been working at it longer! Have a blast in Disney and ride all the rides you can now because when you go next time, you won't be able to.

I wouldn't worry about your weight. As long as you are eating healthy you and your baby will be wonderful even if you gain only 10lbs or 30lbs. Just be healthy and happy.

I am so looking forward to this vacation. It will be like a breath of fresh air. Getting to spend time with my Hubby and my Mom.

Next month will signify a year of actively TTC but I have had 14 cycles within that year. So being at WDW will be a great way to keep my mind off of that fact...even if its only for a week.

 

[AllyandJack]

Thanks for thinking of me. I did some yard work today and then came in to start the lasagna for tonight's dinner and tommorow's lunch at synagogue. Pasta is one of the very few things that DON'T make me sick when I think about it. I ate my turkey burgers and french fries last night, but did feel a little sick afterwards. I'm still holding my weight pretty steady. No true gains really. I gain a pound and then lose it the next day or so. I had a friend years ago who only gained 10 pounds with her baby, and she was more than healthy...she and her baby girl. I'm not trying to do that, but with the way my appetite is now...who knows.

I'm still down 10lbs from the time I got pregnant. I lost 15lbs through week 14 and then gained 3 from week 14-16. Then, I've gained 2 since week 16. I've had multiple ultrasounds - every 2 weeks - and she's actually measuring ahead! She has no idea how sick I've been and seems to be sucking everything I have for herself.

They are really good at taking what they need from us.

 

[Gurgi]

I feel really, really bad right now. I pushed it a little too much. I went out walking with DH tonight to try and feel a little better, and I know I over did it I actually had two seperate women ask me if I was pregnant because my stomach is soooo swollen! After I told them what happened, they were shocked I was even out of bed.

My 6 year old gave me a card...this is it It really made me feel better:

 

[princess pooh]

Awww, what a sweet card

Sorry you're in pain now Gurgi. Try to take it easy! Hope you "git" better soon

 

[Villain-lover]

Well, my beta went from 1009 to 4875 in 48 hours!!! Crazy! Ultrasound on the 15th. I am anxious now to see if it's 1 or 2!

Gurgi, i am sorry you feel bad. Take care of yourself and speedy recovery!

 

[LisaB]

I am so sorry for your pain Gurgi I hope you feel better

 

[Gurgi]

I feel 100 times worse today. I honestly feel worse today than I did yesterday. My stomach is so swollen, it's sort of "resting" on top of the incision above my pubic bone. I can't lay down on my sides or stomach, and I HATE sleeping on my back...but that's the only way I can sleep. It took 2 pain pills last night to make the pain go away enough to drift off....only to wake up EARLY this morning to my pissed off husband.

I love him dearly, but his #1 priority today is that dumb computer of his. Ever since he put Vista on it, it's been giving him problems. I called for him to help me out of bed this morning...he was too engrossed in the problems to come and help me. I finally almost crawled into here and settled slowly in the chair, then nearly fell out of it when he screamed at his computer and kicked a box because it was STILL giving him problems. I need my pain pills and something to eat, but I just don't have the energy to make it to the other room Poop.

We're supposed to go to his dad's bday dinner tonight, but 1) I do not think I can find any bottoms to fit over my swollen stomach and 2) I'm not sure I can walk that far. We'll see. Just look like hell and I look like I've been in a bad car accident or something.

 

[skuttle]

Oh Gurgi, you really need to take it easy. You're trying to do too much. If you feel like you can't make it to the dinner, don't go! Sitting for that long may really bother you. They'll all understand. You just had major surgery! Please take it easy. You don't want to make your recovery time (and time until you can TTC again) longer because of trying to do too much too soon.

 

[momsully]

I posted early in this thread and have been a lurker since but I still read almost every day. Congratulations to all the BFP's! DH and I have been TTC #3 for three years now. We have two wonderful boys but really want one more. Oldest DS just turned 8 and youngest is 5.

Anyway I finally talked again to my doctor and we are going to do all the bloodwork to try to determine what is wrong this cycle but I am trying to figure out exactly when cycle day 3 is. Is day 1 the first full day or if AF starts at night does that count as day 1? Also, I have the lab slips but most of the labs are closed on Sundays. The doctor said I could do all the bloodwork on Day 2, 3 or 4 but I want to be most accurate. Does anyone have any advice? Thanks!

 

[Octoberbeauty]

My laptop is broken so I haven't been able to be online all week. Been going crazy! lol Dh has been out of town and got home last night, so I'm using his for a moment.

I guess those three days of spotting were it for me this month. A week early and just spotting?? Never done that before. So, now I really don't know how to count this month. Just going to get some good OPK's and do a lot of BD'ing.

Good luck to everyone else TTC! Hope to see more BFP's this month...including mine!

 

[exwdwcm]

Gurgi, wow, i am so glad you are okay, but so sorry you are feeling so crappy and that the surgery was so long and painful. take it easy, don't force yourself back to work too soon. you had a lot done. and keep your chin up, think of this as a good thing, now that you are cleaned out (as i said after my lap! lol), your chances of getting pregnant only go up. you are that much closer to your goal. i know it is a lot of pain and suffering we go through, but it will happen. i know it is frustrating to have to be patient and wait to heal, but just take care of yourself and know we are thinking of you!!

Rebecca, good luck on BDing, sounds like a promising cycle with good EWCM!!

Elaine, so glad the b-6 helped. i might just give it another shot. i tried it for a good 2 weeks right around my 8th week when i was really really bad off. it didn't seem to help but for maybe a day. now that i am slowly feeling better, i might try it again. can't hurt.

Denise, so sorry you have been feeling bad too. it isn't easy and you aren't alone and you aren't crazy. these hormones totally whack me out!!! i am not myself most days and it is scary. the sadness and tiredness is totally normal. and it too shall pass!! so we hope right?

Carla- wow, 33 weeks, i can't believe how far you have come!!! i am so sorry to hear about the flood and stuff. that is the total pits, not to mention not having food or internet etc when you are stuck in bed. i am sorry to hear you are back on bedrest. did they say how long? do they expect you to deliver early at all? you really aren't that far off!!! i can't wait to see pics of you little one in less than 2 months!!!! won't it be such a miracle!?

Becky, your little one is an angel, what a gorgeous pic.

Villian- awesome beta!! i am hoping for twins for you (if that is what you want!! lol). it does sound high and the doubling time is the most important factor. normal doubling time is 48hours, anything faster is great and indicates a healthy pregnancy!!! my doubling time was 36 hours, but no twins for me. i am just blessed with one and that's enough! can't wait to hear about your u/s, i wish it was sooner!

hope everyone else is doing great.

i am feeling okay. slowly feeling better, although i am feeling weird things in my belly! sometimes my belly will hurt to touch in one spot then it goes away. and i have been having these fluttering feelings and weird twitches, almost like i can feel the heart beating down there or something- it is hard to describe. i don't know that i would feel movement this early (almost 13 weeks) and it's my first, so i don't even know what that would feel like, but there is definitely something weird going on. i get some pains now and then on the left or right, i assume just growing pains. the NT scan did show this little guy is SUPER active. he wouldn't sit still. i was amazed these crazy hyper baby was inside of me and I didn't feel like i was being punched! lol

well off to pick up dog poop outside! yuck. it is too warm out there- 80 today in Dallas!

 

[Tiggerlover91]

Well it happened for the first time today....I threw up. DH and I left synagogue early on recommendation of the leader to take me home and rest and good thing we did. Much rather "lose it" in my own toilet than somewhere else. The B6 has helped with the morning sickness and taking the nausea away, but today....there was no helping me. I tell you what though...I felt 100% better when it happened. I need to remember to keep plenty of ginger ale in the house. I'm not sure it would have stopped it, but it's good to have just in case. I have these obnoxious headaches too. I take a couple of tylenol, but often they just seem to go away when I sit down to rest or go to sleep. I tell you in 7 months when I'm holding my little one she or he better cute as you know what putting mommy through all this nonsense.

Gurgi---REST! You're doing to much sweetie! Take it easy and let your body heal.

exwdwcm---Glad you're doing well. Who knows what you're feeling right now. Could be the little one, could be the belly expanding. Just imagine how it's going to feel first time you feel a kick!

Villain-lover---Congrats on your beta numbers! I don't know much about them, but from how you describe it sounds good. Twins you think? You go with your bad self! I'll just take the one I have right now.

Ally&Jack and DisneyDreamer8---thanks for the encouragement on the weight. I'm trying to eat as healthy as possible, but right now food just sucks! Lasagna, green beans, ice cream, frosted flakes, and a green salad seems to be all my tummy can handle. Any liquids I can do, although sometimes my cranberry juice is hard to get down.

Allison---How are ya? Play any games lately in your cute shoes? Keep that focus girl and let me know if you want that prayer I told you about.

Elaine---How are you my friend? When is your next appointment? I have a pap scheduled on May the 8th. Can't wait for the next US...hearing that heartbeat was AMAZING!!

To all the other girls....HI and hope you are doing well!