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

[skuttle]

Oh, Gurgi...I'm so sorry you are feeling so down. I have been where you are several times the past few months. It really is tough to go through the disappointment each and every month. Maybe you just need a break from it all. This month I haven't been keeping track of anything...haven't even looked at FF since I entered the day AF arrived last cycle. I cannot tell you how much taking this month off has helped my spirits! I know I'll start getting anxious when the end of my cycle approaches, but until then I feel like ...I don't know, like a weight has been lifted. I still get pangs of sadness when I think of my best friend, but overall I'm having a much better month! Maybe you just need to step away from it all for a while. Good luck with your job situation, too. I'm sure the stress of that is not helping matters either. Please keep in touch!

Jennifer...I'm so sorry that your TTC journey has led you here, but since you are here, WELCOME! This thread has been a life saver for me. We are all here for you, cheering you on for sure! Maybe your DH's situation isn't as bad as it sounds.

ChesireVal...I always tried to take my temp at the same time each morning. On FF, when you take your temp at a "bad" time, they mark the dot on the chart differently so that you can know that the timing was a bit off. I think they give you about an hour time frame to where the temp is considered okay. I'm sure they explain that on the site somewhere! I know the closer you take it to the same time each day, the better. I'm taking a break from it this month, but normally I would set my alarm on weekends for my normal temp time, stick the BBT in my mouth, save my temp and then go back to sleep. My temp saved the last reading so it wasn't that big of a deal.

Kristy..Yes, I was pretty dedicated this weekend! LOL! I need to re-read it again, though, slower. I know there's a lot I missed. It was wonderful, though! I'm so sad it's the last.

GypsySue... I REALLY hope you get the best news possible considering what you are facing.

Every time I look at the calendar and see that August is almost here, I get butterflies in my stomach. I'm so excited, yet so nervous all at the same time. I'm also scared that there may be nothing that can be done. Either way, I need to hear some news and have some sort of closure if necessary. I know I can't go through TTC forever...I can't handle it emotionally and I don't want a huge age gap between kids. I've always said 5 years max..DS just turned 4 so we'll see how that goes.

 

[KristineN]

Hi all...

Looks like I will be back in the game on August 1st. Got all the meds..had an US today..just need to take a few more BCP's wait 5 days, the start the shots.

Everything has been doubled...I will start with 600 Gonal f, 30 units HCG. Hopefully I won't go crazy(er)

Kristy...how are you holding up??

Jennifer...I agree w/Kristy...I would think if the numbers were truly 0..they would tell you. Bill's low numbers do fluctuate....don't give up hope

Gurgi...I sent you a PM. I think you just need a mental break & time to unwind from all the stress of this process.

Hope all of you are doing well.

 

[DznyLvr2005]

well I'm all set for my lovely colonoscopy for next Tuesday. Doc said it could be anything from colitis to cancer....
I'm A WRECK! My stomach hurts so bad all over and everytime I eat, well... let's just say I don't wanna eat cause I don't wanna have to run to the bathroom. Somehting's very wrong. This has never happened to me before. I feel out of control... Yes, I'm not the healthiest eater, but now this is just rediculous...
The worst part is lower left pains me constantly. I'm debating on it either being a cyst, or something wrong with my intestine. One minute I say "oh it's definately the cyst" and the next minute "Oh it's definatley a bump in my intestine"
GRRR!!!
thanks for listening...
Hope everyone is doing well

 

[snoopygirl79]

Hi all,

tink2020, I just wanted to offer you my support as DH and I are going through the exact same thing as you, but we've been told that DH's SA were both zero so that was pretty hard to take. We've known now for almost 2 months and things have been tough. We're getting referred to a private clinic now to see if we can find out what can be done for DH. We've had a rough time recently with a GP (regular doctor) who said a throw away comment when we asked to be referred - he said well looking at your DH's SA, there's probably nothing they can do for you anyway. I was a complete wreck after that. But he wasn't a specialist in male fertility so has no right to say that. We're hoping for an appointment in 4-6 weeks so we can start doing tests etc. I hope you get some more positive answers soon and I'm sure they would have said zero if they meant it. Feel free to PM me if you need support.

Hi to everyone else. I still read this thread every day but don't post so much as I'm trying not to make TTC the forefront of my life but am finding that quite difficult recently. But things are moving forward slowly for us as we've got the referral now so just waiting to hear back from the clinic with an appointment.

Hugs to all

Vick

 

[snoopygirl79]

DznyLvr2005 - I just wanted to say that my thoughts are with you also. I know what it's like to have chronic stomach pain as I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease 10 years ago and had to have some of my intestine removed. They claim I don't have the disease any more but I still get chronic stomach pain every so often but they just claim it's adhesions from the surgery. I've also had many colonoscopys and the worst part I think is the fasting for 2 days before. But the test itself is nothing bad. I hope it gives you some answers.

Vick

 

[cybrkitn]

well I'm all set for my lovely colonoscopy for next Tuesday. Doc said it could be anything from colitis to cancer....
I'm A WRECK! My stomach hurts so bad all over and everytime I eat, well... let's just say I don't wanna eat cause I don't wanna have to run to the bathroom. Somehting's very wrong. This has never happened to me before. I feel out of control... Yes, I'm not the healthiest eater, but now this is just rediculous...
The worst part is lower left pains me constantly. I'm debating on it either being a cyst, or something wrong with my intestine. One minute I say "oh it's definately the cyst" and the next minute "Oh it's definatley a bump in my intestine"
GRRR!!!
thanks for listening...
Hope everyone is doing well

I know how frustrating it can be when you don't know what's going on. I was diagnosed with colitis when I was 18 (I'm now 36). Talk about a pain in the butt (pun intended). I don't have many flare ups like I used to, though. I know you haven't been diagnosed with anything yet, but I hope you feel better

Update on my situation. I finally called my gyn's office this morning for two things. One was to make my annual appointment (set for October) and the other was due to 'good ole' AF (yes, that is meant in a sarcastic way). It's been going for 12 days now and is still very heavy! It looked like it was slowing down and I guess it had for a day (heavy but not super heavy as it has been). Then it went back to being heavy and now has taken a slightly different turn . Grrrr! It's like a flood gate has opened!

DH and I can't be intimate with each other until this PITA is over with (sorry if that was a bit TMI there). I am a little worried and even called my mom. She had a DNC done after her first miscarriage, but it was just about 40 years ago and she really doesn't remember much.

Right now I'm a bit nervous b/c I've never had this before and don't know what to expect. My appointment is scheduled for 6:30 tonight.

Sorry if this was a bit winded, but I needed to vent a little. I just want AF to stop at this point. 12 days is too long in my book.

 

[momsully]

I have not been around for a couple of weeks but to everyone dealing with TTC. It is a challenge but I truly believe if it is meant to be it will happen when the time is right.

My intestines have finally adjusted to the metformin so that is good. I actually seem to be doing ok with it so we shall see.

Allison - August will be here really soon! Don't fret to much about the five years thing. My sister had her second in October and my nephew was 6 and she is really loving the age gap. If (when) I ever get pregnant I will have more than 6 years between DS and a new baby. DS5 will be 6 in October and at one point I said I wanted them three years apart.

Elaine - Glad to see the ultrasound went well.

Kristy - Good luck in the 2ww!

I know there are lots of you I missed but I did read everything and catch up. My work schedule is slowing down a little so hopefully I can be around more!

 

[Jen_in_NH]

ChesireVal - I never managed to get the temp at the same time. I work at the fire department, so if we had no calls, I could do it when I would normally get up, but if there was an early morning call, I would take my temp while I was getting dressed. My doc said it wasn't a huge problem.

Tink2020 - Wait for his repeat numbers before you get too worried. My DH's first one came back low, with some odd morphology, but the second and third were completely normal (thank God he loves me and wanted kids - 3 SAs were not fun to do..... )

So, can I come back and hang out in the TTC world again? My son was born 3 months ago, and we're hoping to be able to have another child fairly soon. Given that it took 15 months to get pregnant the first time, as well as Glucophage and Clomid, we should probably start now. I've decided for now that I'm not doing all of the temping and stuff, and we'll see what happens from there. I need to call my regular doc to see about going back on the Glucophage, but I will not do the Clomid again. I was nasty on that stuff.

Jen

 

[2bemarried]

Afternoon all....

I came back to work today. I didn't think my boss would appreciate me staying at home for the whole 2ww

Allison I remember being where you are. It's exciting yet nerve racking. The best thing you do is make sure you're eating properly, drinking plenty of fluids and stay positive. FYI you may have already had blood tests done but the RE will want even more (at least that's what I experienced).

Kristine YAY!!!!!! So happy that you're back in the game this month. I have good vibes that it will work for you!

Dznylvr I wish I knew what to say.

Vick I'm so sorry that doctor wasn't supportive. There's plenty that can be done for you and your DH. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.

cybrkitn did your doctor offer a solution to the AF issues?

Momsully so glad to hear your stomach has adjusted to the Metformin.

It's only day 4 and I'm already tired of this 2ww. So nerve racking. We have no way of knowing if the babies are implanting.

 

[cybrkitn]

2bemarried - No. I spoke with the nurse on the phone and she was shocked that AF has gone 12 days (got AF on the 13th). She told me that I definately need to make an appointment. I was actually surprised that I got one for this evening. I'll find out more tonight and see what the doctor says. I just don't know what to expect or how they are going to get this to stop .

You know, I was real happy when AF finally showed up b/c it meant that DH and could try again once it was over. Now, I just want it to stop already. She's really come back with a vengance this time and it aint pretty

 

[gypsydoodlebug]

Well, double blow for me today. My BFF from college emailed me, and she and her DH are expecting #2.

An hour later, my little brother called and said he and his GF of 9 mos. are expecting next February. She's 28 and he's 27, so it's not like they're kids (and she's been married before).

I'm happy for them, and a little jealous, too. My DD is the only grandchild on my side of the family! Still, the logistics of planning a wedding and having a baby on their budget is mind-blowing!

 

[mickeyboat]

So, can I come back and hang out in the TTC world again? My son was born 3 months ago, and we're hoping to be able to have another child fairly soon. Given that it took 15 months to get pregnant the first time, as well as Glucophage and Clomid, we should probably start now. I've decided for now that I'm not doing all of the temping and stuff, and we'll see what happens from there. I need to call my regular doc to see about going back on the Glucophage, but I will not do the Clomid again. I was nasty on that stuff.

Jen

You sound like me. It took us such a long time, did the Clomid and Glucophage for the first one, blah blah blah. So we decided not to be as careful as we could have been after Hannah was born. Plus we figured I would need Glucophage again, and I was nursing and hadn't gotten my period yet. Bingo bango, Emily was born 6 days before Hannah's first birthday. So watch out!!!!!

It was very hard having two so close together at the beginning. But it is really great now.

Denae

 

[DMickey28]

Wow Jen - Ready to jump in again? I can't even imagine!!! Good Luck ... DH and I have just started thinking about "being together" again and I am too scared to go through with it!!! Did you end up with a section as well?

Good Luck Guys, I read this thread everyday but don't post too often ... You are all in my thoughts everyday for a BFP.

 

[mickeyboat]

Well, double blow for me today. My BFF from college emailed me, and she and her DH are expecting #2.

An hour later, my little brother called and said he and his GF of 9 mos. are expecting next February. She's 28 and he's 27, so it's not like they're kids (and she's been married before).

I'm happy for them, and a little jealous, too. My DD is the only grandchild on my side of the family! Still, the logistics of planning a wedding and having a baby on their budget is mind-blowing!

Oh dear. I don't blame you for feeling a bit jealous.

Denae

 

[tink2020]

Thank you everyone for your support and welcomes.

2bemarried, today has been better. Still pretty much terrible, but better than yesterday I work in VERY close quarters (a tiny office with both our desks) with a good friend of mine who is due in September. She has no idea we've been having trouble, but knows something is troubling me. She has been so wonderful without even knowing what is going on, but it absolutely sucks to share in all of her pregnancy milestones and appointments. Not to mention that my entire career deals with pediatrics and incompetent parents of multiple children that are undeserved and neglected

Jen(_in_NH), I so hope you are right. DH goes for his next SA tomorrow, which came with TERRIBLE timing as far as my ovulation. Of course, I can't quite imagine either of us mustering up the stamina for BD'ing right now, after news like that. Hopefully it will all be ok. And by ok, I'm really truly coming to terms with IVF/ICSI if his numbers are really low. I'm just not ok with them being zero, and my doctor is a doofus for even suggesting that if he isn't sure. Or is he sure, and he just sucks at providing news and is waiting for the RE to confirm. Who knows.

Vicki, I'm so sorry to hear of your DH's confirmed results. Shame on your doctor for saying such a terrible thing! I hope you find some comfort in the RE's suggestions.

 

[LisaB]

I went to the specialist about the lump and he said that is was nothing just the breast plate that can be irregular

 

[GypsySue]

Good news, Lisa!

 

[skuttle]

Kristine....Good luck!!

Dznylvr... I am so sorry! I will keep you in my thoughts. I'm sure the waiting is very hard, but please try not to think the worse. I hope you can quickly get to the bottom of this so that you are no longer in pain.

Vick...Good luck with your TTC journey. The GP sure sounds like a complete ***! I hope the appt comes quickly.

cybrktn...Any more news?

Momsully...Thanks. I know the age gap thing isn't that big of a deal, but there will come a point where it's just too spread out. As I get closer and closer to that number, I start to worry. I know having kids close together doesn't mean they'll be close to each other. My mom and her youngest brother are 13 years apart (Only three kids in the family...he was a surprise!) and they have always been pretty close. Hopefully, in August, I'll get some answers and then we can really figure out where to go from here.

Jen...You are a brave woman! I can't even imagine TTC with a 3 month old!

Kristy...My August appt is actually my annual with my OB/GYN...no RE yet. I"m sure I'll still get tons of blood tests and things. I'm trying not to think about it too much. When do you get to find out any more info?

gypsydoodlebug... I know exactly how you feel! It is so hard, isn't it?

Lisa...That is WONDERFUL news!!

 

[cybrkitn]

LisaB - Good to hear that it was nothing!

Skuttle - Yes! I had my appointment last night and after explaining what I have been going through as well as no cramps, she told me that it's b/c I didn't ovulate last month. She gave me an Rx for a 10 day supply of Pronera and said that it should stop it or at least slow it down. I should get AF again once I finish the Pronera and that it may be heavy. She also said for me to just keep an eye on and that my cycles will be off a bit before it evens out. The good news out of all this is that DH and I can still try in between.

I am so glad I went to my gyn!

 

[helenabear]

Hi y'all! I am behind here, so forgive me if I miss something.

My heart goes out to all who have to deal with more close people being pregnant. I know that is so hard And for all those dealing with recent findings of infertility issues

Dznylvr, take care of yourself!!!

Kristy, lots of sticky baby dust for you. Have you decided if you will POAS much before your BETA?

Lisa, I am so glad to hear the good news!

Cybrktn, I am glad you made it to the doc too! I hope that your cycles get back on track soon!

Not much going on here. Just catching up at home and have a lot more laundry to do.