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

[7beasley]

Aurora, I'd share names, but there isn't much to share. I love Dominic and he doesn't like it as much. The rest of the names we are both okay with are Antonio, Enrique and Orlando. I like Dominic more though

Elaine -- we had picked the name Dominic Michael for a boy -- and I just LOVED that name -- I am hoping the next one is a boy so we can use it. Good luck picking a name!

Cybrkin -- sorry about the job - hope you find a new one soon!

KristineN - I have been following your story - I am so sorry this IVF cycle did not work out -- you have some frozen though right -- my fingers are crossed for you on the next go around!

Hello to everyone I missed -- I am faithfully reading - just haven't had time to post too much! I am thinking of everyone and can't wait for another string of BFP's from this thread!

I am doing ok -- 30+ weeks along -- just got diagnosed last week with Gestational Diabetes -- so that sucks -- especially because I have really been watching what I ate during this pregnancy and have only gained 14 lbs so far. So now I am testing my blood sugar 4 times a day -- the numbers have dropped from where they were on the glucose test but they are still 10-20 points above a normal number --- but my doctor does not appear all that concerned!

Hugs to all,
Nicole

 

[KimR]

Well, my cable's been down for 2 days, so it's taken me a while to catch up!

TrueEeyore: no way would I go on the pill if I were planning on conceiving anytime soon. Sometimes it can take several months for your cycles to get back in sync afterwards - it took me an entire year to ovulate after coming off the pill when we were trying for DD2.

Elaine: I love the name Dominic!!

cybrkitn: I'm so sorry about your job. I hope this is an opportunity for you to find something even better.

mushumadness, have you had a meeting with a genetic counselor? They can look at your family history, age, etc and put things into perspective. I'm sure your odds of having a baby with Down's are much less than you think.

I had a colleague ask me yesterday how my pregnancy was going. I guess he didn't get the word. He felt awful when I told him and then I felt awful after the call and sat down and had a good cry for about 15 minutes. This was the first time I've broken down in about a month - I thought I was over it for the most part but I guess I never will be. I still miss my baby girl.

On a lighter note, I had an appt with the RE today. DH's semenanalysis came back excellent. What surprised me, though, was that one of my tests came back positive. I can't even remember what it was - some sort of immunological thing that can make it more difficult for me to get pregnant and/or possibly cause miscarriage, although he did not think this was what caused my last one. I never expected anything like that because I get pregnant so easily even at the ripe old age of 40-something. I look at it as a good thing, though, because he said there is a shot I can take for it (a blood thinner) that will take care of the problem.

I also had a meeting with the nurse who instructed me on how to give myself the shots. OMG, I'm a nervous wreck about this. I want this baby, though, so I'm just going to have to make myself do it. I'll begin my IVF cycle in October so we just have to wait until then and try NOT to get pregnant in the meantime. My RE told me whatever I do, do NOT get pregnant. It's quite ironic using contraceptives when my ultimate goal be pregnant! It's difficult too because I am so sorely tempted to try on our own.... just one more time.

 

[skuttle]

Nicole..Hang in there, you're almost done! Sorry to hear about the diabetes diagnosis. I did read your thread since I was just told I was insulin resistant...I did a search on the dis for those terms!

Kim I'm so sorry. I would have broken down, too! October will be here before you know it! So funny that now, in order to get pregnant, you need to make sure you don't!

Elaine..I really like Dominic the best! That's a great, strong name.

cybrktn..Good luck with the job search. I just went through that back in 2005...seems like just yesterday because I was so stressed out! I was working from home for a firm out of town (2+ hours away)...about 8 months into the job, my boss decided she wanted someone that could work in the office instead. My DH was still in college at the time so I was the sole source of income...it was rough! But, about 1.5 months later I found my current job which I just LOVE! So it worked out in the end for the best. HOpefully the same will happen to you!

 

[cybrkitn]

I have my faith in God and had this strong feeling a few months ago that I would not be at the reception desk here by the end of the year. So I know that God is closing this door for me and already has another door open for me. It's just hard to except that He needs me elsewhere soon.

I feel a little like my DS5 right now. When he is having a fun time and is told that we need to go, he doesn't want to b/c he's enjoying his playtime. That's how I feel. But I also know that even though this door is closing, God will provide and that I will be ok. I've grown and learned so much in the 7 years that I have been working for this company that it's now time to take that and use it at the next company I work for.

Momsully - Congrats to your DH and sorry that he won't be able to go with you on your vacation. DH and I were planning on going back up-state to visit my mom again in October. We are now thinking that we may not be able to do it while I'm job hunting. On top of that, we still want to go to Disney again next year in October.

Good luck to everyone who is still trying!

 

[Pollito916]

Elaine - I really like the name Dominic! It was one of my top choices, but DH said he couldn't stand it. No reason, just didn't like the name.

Princess Pooh - I'm with you - no offense to your hubby, but not a fan of the name Bjorn unless you're Swedish.

To everyone else - I still read this thread almost daily and think about you ladies often. Pixie dust for all of you TTC!

 

[skuttle]

Well, AF arrived today. I'm a little bummed, but we didn't really try this month since I'm waiting for my appt with my GP on the 14th re the insulin resistance. I think I'm going to start temping again...maybe try OPKs once I find out how we're going to deal with the insulin issue. Hopefully AF will be gone before I leave for Atlanta on Wednesday!

My neighbor just had her baby girl. She has a son a year older than DS. I bought the baby something at Target today...that was tough. I didn't think that it would be, but walking around all of the baby stuff was really hard. I'm not sure how I'll react when I finally meet the baby. I did casually mention to my neighbor a week or so ago that we had been trying for a while, so hopefully if I run from her house in tears after meeting her new baby she'll understand and not think I'm crazy!

Hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!!

 

[Jen_in_NH]

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On a lighter note, I had an appt with the RE today. DH's semenanalysis came back excellent. What surprised me, though, was that one of my tests came back positive. I can't even remember what it was - some sort of immunological thing that can make it more difficult for me to get pregnant and/or possibly cause miscarriage, although he did not think this was what caused my last one. I never expected anything like that because I get pregnant so easily even at the ripe old age of 40-something. I look at it as a good thing, though, because he said there is a shot I can take for it (a blood thinner) that will take care of the problem.

Kim, that's really ironic - one of my friends has been having recurrent miscarriages. She just had all of the blood work done, and they told her she had a positive ANA, and would need heparin shots for any subsequent pregnancy. I'm sorry about the co-worker. That's got to be tough.

Cybrktn - good luck with the job search. Hope it's quick!!

Elaine - I like Dominic for a name. It took DH and I forever to pick a name (like we still weren't positive the day I had the c-section. Pretty sure, but we wanted to see him and make sure his name fit.

TrueEeyore - I don't think I'd go back on the BCP. If you need it for the cramps, then that's one thing, but just for birth control, it's probably not worth it so close to when you want to get pregnant.

So ladies, I have a question for you. Our son is 20 weeks now, and we decided not to go back on birth control and see what happens. Not really TTC, but not trying not to either. I've only had AF show up twice since he was born, and it's been 7 weeks now. I'm not breastfeeding anymore. How long does it take to get back to something resembling a normal cycle?

Jen

 

[Tasha+Scott]

Jen~ I didn't breastfeed and it took going back on the pill when my dd was around 3-4 months old for AF to finally show up here. I did not get her at all, not even once, until going back on the pill. I have no idea how long it would have taken otherwise.

Nothing new here ladies. I'm on CD9 and just patiently (yeah, right!!) waiting to O now.

 

[TinkerChelle]

Sorry AF showed up Allison!

We have decided to take a couple of months off right now. So, we did not try this cycle. In fact, I olvulated last week...right on schedule and it was a little depressing that we didn't try. During my Sept. schedule I will be Oing in Disneyworld. Again, we won't be trying. We will definitely try during my cycle in October. Maybe preggers by Halloween?

Hope everyone is enjoying the Holiday weekend!

 

[tink2020]

x

 

[GypsySue]

I had a really bad day today!! A co-worker came up to me in the copy room and we were chatting and out of the blue she asked me if I was pregnant!!! I stammered, "n-no." and she quickly apologized and said someone had asked her if I was. WTH??? So, I have this cyst the size of an eggplant on my ovary (surgery next week--yikes!) and it makes my stomach pouch out a little, but I don't think it's that bad. I certainly wouldn't think I was pregnant. So then I go down this spiral of oh my god I must be really fat if people think I'm pregnant. oh my god how far along do they think I am?? AHHHHH And of-course I really want to be pregnant so that stung a little, too. But mostly my feelings are deeply hurt that people in the office are talking about how fat I am--and I really don't think I am fat! But of-course I could be in denial. I am going to join weight watchers just in case

 

[WDWAurora]

I had a really bad day today!! A co-worker came up to me in the copy room and we were chatting and out of the blue she asked me if I was pregnant!!! I stammered, "n-no." and she quickly apologized and said someone had asked her if I was. WTH??? So, I have this cyst the size of an eggplant on my ovary (surgery next week--yikes!) and it makes my stomach pouch out a little, but I don't think it's that bad. I certainly wouldn't think I was pregnant. So then I go down this spiral of oh my god I must be really fat if people think I'm pregnant. oh my god how far along do they think I am?? AHHHHH And of-course I really want to be pregnant so that stung a little, too. But mostly my feelings are deeply hurt that people in the office are talking about how fat I am--and I really don't think I am fat! But of-course I could be in denial. I am going to join weight watchers just in case

That has TOTALLY happened to me recently!! A lady at my parents' church asked if I was...get this...."in the family way." She claimed she could see it in my face, but trust me, it's this belly pooch that I've gained due to the massive amounts of stress I'm under. I was so embarassed because there were other people around and we want to be pregnant. I'm trying to lose the pooch, but I just don't have the motivation or ability at this point.

I'm hoping we get pregnant soon, but I think I was away the entire time it could have happened. Although, with my long cycles, who knows when that will be.

 

[TrueEeyore]

Thanks for the advice everyone. Seems I was right, going back on the pill wouldn't make much sense. I'll keep following everyone's stories and hope to talk to y'all again soon!

 

[mickeyboat]

I had a really bad day today!! A co-worker came up to me in the copy room and we were chatting and out of the blue she asked me if I was pregnant!!! I stammered, "n-no." and she quickly apologized and said someone had asked her if I was. WTH??? So, I have this cyst the size of an eggplant on my ovary (surgery next week--yikes!) and it makes my stomach pouch out a little, but I don't think it's that bad. I certainly wouldn't think I was pregnant. So then I go down this spiral of oh my god I must be really fat if people think I'm pregnant. oh my god how far along do they think I am?? AHHHHH And of-course I really want to be pregnant so that stung a little, too. But mostly my feelings are deeply hurt that people in the office are talking about how fat I am--and I really don't think I am fat! But of-course I could be in denial. I am going to join weight watchers just in case

Oh, so sorry! That really stinks. I have learned never to ask - and I really want to ask my neighbor right now. Someone asked me once in the grocery store, and I was horrified, and I am pretty sure I cried.

Maybe this person is psychic or something, and is seeing your future or something!

Denae

 

[TinkerChelle]

Gypsysue-so sorry tha happened to you. My boss asked me about a month ago if I was pregnant because I looked like I was. People are so insensitive sometimes.

Found out last night that my sister-in-law just found out she was pregnant. I am finding it hard to not be a total jealous freak about the whole thing. She isn't married and got pregnant on purpose! Her and her boyfriend have been living together for over a year, but still!!!! I know I shouldn't judge but I am finding it hard not to. I am soooo mad!

 

[GypsySue]

Well, the hits just keep coming. I had my pre-op appointment and the doctor said he was concerned that the endometriosis might be so severe that he may have to remove my left ovary along with my fallopian tubes. He will try to do everything he can to save it, but just hearing him say that was overwhelming. I really can't even think about that possibility right now or I will breakdown.

I am trying to stay positive as I know that is all I can really do right now.

 

[KristineN]

I am really sorry! Wish I had some words of advice for you...are you comfortable and confident with this doctor...do you think it warrants a second opinion?

Sending you comforting vibes!

Well, the hits just keep coming. I had my pre-op appointment and the doctor said he was concerned that the endometriosis might be so severe that he may have to remove my left ovary along with my fallopian tubes. He will try to do everything he can to save it, but just hearing him say that was overwhelming. I really can't even think about that possibility right now or I will breakdown.

I am trying to stay positive as I know that is all I can really do right now.

 

[GypsySue]

He's supposed to be a great doctor. He was voted "Gynecologist of Year" here in Denver (don't know how high of an honor that is). All the nurses say he is really good and I think that does speak highly.

Thank you for the good vibes, I can use all I can get.

 

[mickeyboat]

Well, the hits just keep coming. I had my pre-op appointment and the doctor said he was concerned that the endometriosis might be so severe that he may have to remove my left ovary along with my fallopian tubes. He will try to do everything he can to save it, but just hearing him say that was overwhelming. I really can't even think about that possibility right now or I will breakdown.

I am trying to stay positive as I know that is all I can really do right now.

Oh dear.

Denae

 

[KimR]

Well, the hits just keep coming. I had my pre-op appointment and the doctor said he was concerned that the endometriosis might be so severe that he may have to remove my left ovary along with my fallopian tubes. He will try to do everything he can to save it, but just hearing him say that was overwhelming. I really can't even think about that possibility right now or I will breakdown.

I am trying to stay positive as I know that is all I can really do right now.

Oh, no, I am sorry! Did he say both tubes or just the left one? I had my right ovary and tube removed years ago.