TTC thread take 2

[soontobewed07]

Hi girls just checking in we are still on our break and I am back on the pill the good news is I have lost 15 lbs. and my PCOS symptoms are somewhat controlled I am being move to a higher estrogen dose pill (the highest) If it doesn't work we are going the IVF route and then a hysterectomy and hormone treatment for the rest of my days.

How is everyone else? Anyone feel like giving a recap?

 

[Kennywife]

Ok, went back to the dress shop today....tried on 3 dresses. #2 is Ken's fave. I loooove #3, but also #2 as well. They all look fab on me!

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product...-83312_Bridal-Party-Features-Wear-Again-Looks

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product...F12899_Bridal-Party-Features-Wear-Again-Looks

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product...F12284_Bridal-Party-Features-Wear-Again-Looks

 

[Kennywife]

OK, back from the dx.

Had a bunch of tests done. Urine tests, blood tests, never seen so much blood come out of me in my life!!!!

I am being tested for hormonal imbalance issues, diabetes (it runs in the family), thyroid probs, etc. Also, I will have an ultrasound Aug. 17 and then a follow-up afterward to see what is going on. (Aug. 25)

After the ultrasound, if Lupron is needed, I can get it on a payment plan!!!!! Sooo happy! She also told me I may or may not need Clomid, it depends on the results of the US. please!

So, that's all I know for now.

Gabbie

 

[Kennywife]

OMG.....this witch on-line really p*ssed me off!!!

Ok, without going into it, I was on there and we were having a discussion with some others on something on the news. I had a different viewpoint, but I can be open-minded.

Anyhoo, this woman brings up "God's will." So I said, "What about couples like my husband and I who may never be able to have children?" Her response: "If it's God's will to have children, they will!"

SO smug and judgemental. Oh, so for grins, I checked out her page......get this.......she has children and is not married. Hmmmm....hypocritical much?

It's attitudes like that which have made me go back on Zoloft for depression due to ttc issues. I sometimes wish and this is harsh i know, that more women would have probs even once in ttc so they would know how we feel and no one would say that again.

Gabbie

 

[esbrick]

Cheri ~

How ya doin girl? AF show? Thinkin bout ya!

E

 

[esbrick]

OMG.....this witch on-line really p*ssed me off!!!

Ok, without going into it, I was on there and we were having a discussion with some others on something on the news. I had a different viewpoint, but I can be open-minded.

Anyhoo, this woman brings up "God's will." So I said, "What about couples like my husband and I who may never be able to have children?" Her response: "If it's God's will to have children, they will!"

SO smug and judgemental. Oh, so for grins, I checked out her page......get this.......she has children and is not married. Hmmmm....hypocritical much?

It's attitudes like that which have made me go back on Zoloft for depression due to ttc issues. I sometimes wish and this is harsh i know, that more women would have probs even once in ttc so they would know how we feel and no one would say that again.

Gabbie

NOT FOR DEBATE JUST MY HUMBLE OPINION! NO OFFENCE MEANT!

It is my thought that indeed God has a plan for each of us. However, God when he decided to make us His children gave us free will so as never to impose Himself on us, He wants us to follow Him freely and because we want to. Since we have "free will" it is up to us to to either accept the plan and help it along or change the plan and with either decision as long as we are not hurting ourselves or others I contend that we have His blessing. Sometimes, more then other, His plan needs help moving along so we have angels in the forms of BFF's; strangers who become friends; doctors; ect. (I hope I don't get slammed by the mods for this statement!)

Speaking as someone who is on Xanex for stress right now and since my Mom has been on Zoloft for years I totally get it. I'd like to advise you don't give that much credit to them to have that power over you, however, again, on Xanex right now so I don't break my jaw grinding! People like these people are in the minority AND impose their views on others to justify their own life experiences/ choices. Maybe she uses the "God's Will" theory to justify that she is a single mother, but remember we don't know how she got there. If we judge her then we are like her and you are not like her Gabbie! You are propbably one of the least judgemental persons I know! I totally understand the frustration that you had with her, believe me, BTDT, but again, take into consideration the source! She probably needs as much prayer as we do.

PS I really like dress number 2 but dress number 3 is HOTTTTTIE DRESS!!!!

 

[Kronk's girl]

I can only pop on for a second before I have to start work today so I'll catch up later- Just wanted to say I'm crossing my fingers for you Cherbear in hopes that AF came and you can get this IVF moving!! I'll be thinking of ya and sending baby dust or pixie dust...whichever works best

 

[Kennywife]

NOT FOR DEBATE JUST MY HUMBLE OPINION! NO OFFENCE MEANT!

It is my thought that indeed God has a plan for each of us. However, God when he decided to make us His children gave us free will so as never to impose Himself on us, He wants us to follow Him freely and because we want to. Since we have "free will" it is up to us to to either accept the plan and help it along or change the plan and with either decision as long as we are not hurting ourselves or others I contend that we have His blessing. Sometimes, more then other, His plan needs help moving along so we have angels in the forms of BFF's; strangers who become friends; doctors; ect. (I hope I don't get slammed by the mods for this statement!)

Speaking as someone who is on Xanex for stress right now and since my Mom has been on Zoloft for years I totally get it. I'd like to advise you don't give that much credit to them to have that power over you, however, again, on Xanex right now so I don't break my jaw grinding! People like these people are in the minority AND impose their views on others to justify their own life experiences/ choices. Maybe she uses the "God's Will" theory to justify that she is a single mother, but remember we don't know how she got there. If we judge her then we are like her and you are not like her Gabbie! You are propbably one of the least judgemental persons I know! I totally understand the frustration that you had with her, believe me, BTDT, but again, take into consideration the source! She probably needs as much prayer as we do.

PS I really like dress number 2 but dress number 3 is HOTTTTTIE DRESS!!!!

Sorry if I offended anyone, was not my intention. I'm just hormonal and gripey. I'm just fearful of the future and taking it out on stuff. Didn't mean to be so harsh.

Gabbie

Btw, glad you liked my choice. Still haven't decided on 2 or 3....gonna wait a while though.....this gluten-free diet always makes me lose a lot in not a lot of time.

 

[Kennywife]

Oh, the hubster just did the sweetest thing! He called to ask if I was going shopping for my gf (gluten free) diet and I said, "Not yet. I'm gonna put in my order later today." He told me not to and that he was heading to a health food store (it's actually a warehouse for health food, so it's cheaper, gf food is ) after work to pick me up whatever I need!

He's getting:

glutino pretzels
Udi's bread, muffins, pizza crust
Kinnikick baking mix
Lesser Evil popcorn.....
and whatever else he happens to find! LOL!

I'm sorry once again for venting. I've just been down about ttc and I'm not a mean person, I'm actually pretty nice. When something lke this happens, it's reminds me how lucky I am. Luv you guys.

Gabbie

 

[cherbear]

Hi girls just checking in we are still on our break and I am back on the pill the good news is I have lost 15 lbs. and my PCOS symptoms are somewhat controlled I am being move to a higher estrogen dose pill (the highest) If it doesn't work we are going the IVF route and then a hysterectomy and hormone treatment for the rest of my days.

How is everyone else? Anyone feel like giving a recap?

wow, congrats on the weight loss!!! I'm sooo impressed! (and jealous )

And that's great about your PCOS symptoms, SO great! I'm glad that you have a plan in place. I'm sure the hysterectomy isn't the route you would hope to take but either way, let us know what happens and I will keep you in my prayers!

Ok, went back to the dress shop today....tried on 3 dresses. #2 is Ken's fave. I loooove #3, but also #2 as well. They all look fab on me!

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product...-83312_Bridal-Party-Features-Wear-Again-Looks

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product...F12899_Bridal-Party-Features-Wear-Again-Looks

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product...F12284_Bridal-Party-Features-Wear-Again-Looks

ooh I love them all actually. What color are you looking at? (I think it automatically brings us to red since that's the first color in the list)

I think you will look great in #3 too. How tall are you?

OK, back from the dx.

Had a bunch of tests done. Urine tests, blood tests, never seen so much blood come out of me in my life!!!!

I am being tested for hormonal imbalance issues, diabetes (it runs in the family), thyroid probs, etc. Also, I will have an ultrasound Aug. 17 and then a follow-up afterward to see what is going on. (Aug. 25)

After the ultrasound, if Lupron is needed, I can get it on a payment plan!!!!! Sooo happy! She also told me I may or may not need Clomid, it depends on the results of the US. please!

So, that's all I know for now.

Gabbie

I just had 6 vials drawn yesterday, so I know how you feel!

I am glad they are checking everything for you. Glad about the payment plan too, that's always helpful!

KUP!

OMG.....this witch on-line really p*ssed me off!!!

Ok, without going into it, I was on there and we were having a discussion with some others on something on the news. I had a different viewpoint, but I can be open-minded.

Anyhoo, this woman brings up "God's will." So I said, "What about couples like my husband and I who may never be able to have children?" Her response: "If it's God's will to have children, they will!"

SO smug and judgemental. Oh, so for grins, I checked out her page......get this.......she has children and is not married. Hmmmm....hypocritical much?

It's attitudes like that which have made me go back on Zoloft for depression due to ttc issues. I sometimes wish and this is harsh i know, that more women would have probs even once in ttc so they would know how we feel and no one would say that again.

Gabbie

I know it's tough, you just gotta let that roll off. I don't wanna say too much but in the same way could she be someone "else's" tool right now to get you fired up? maybe...


I should listen to my own advice though!

Cheri ~

How ya doin girl? AF show? Thinkin bout ya!

E

Guess what....she SHOWED!!! And guess what? I was worried for nothing b/c I'm not starting the BCP til this Sunday now.

Granted, we might have been able to start that sooner, hence, starting everything else sooner, but at least I don't have to wait out a cycle or anything. Will explain more after I finish all my replies that I have quoted.

NOT FOR DEBATE JUST MY HUMBLE OPINION! NO OFFENCE MEANT!

It is my thought that indeed God has a plan for each of us. However, God when he decided to make us His children gave us free will so as never to impose Himself on us, He wants us to follow Him freely and because we want to. Since we have "free will" it is up to us to to either accept the plan and help it along or change the plan and with either decision as long as we are not hurting ourselves or others I contend that we have His blessing. Sometimes, more then other, His plan needs help moving along so we have angels in the forms of BFF's; strangers who become friends; doctors; ect. (I hope I don't get slammed by the mods for this statement!)

Speaking as someone who is on Xanex for stress right now and since my Mom has been on Zoloft for years I totally get it. I'd like to advise you don't give that much credit to them to have that power over you, however, again, on Xanex right now so I don't break my jaw grinding! People like these people are in the minority AND impose their views on others to justify their own life experiences/ choices. Maybe she uses the "God's Will" theory to justify that she is a single mother, but remember we don't know how she got there. If we judge her then we are like her and you are not like her Gabbie! You are propbably one of the least judgemental persons I know! I totally understand the frustration that you had with her, believe me, BTDT, but again, take into consideration the source! She probably needs as much prayer as we do.

PS I really like dress number 2 but dress number 3 is HOTTTTTIE DRESS!!!!

I like this outlook. I think it's very well said.

I can only pop on for a second before I have to start work today so I'll catch up later- Just wanted to say I'm crossing my fingers for you Cherbear in hopes that AF came and you can get this IVF moving!! I'll be thinking of ya and sending baby dust or pixie dust...whichever works best

thanks!!! As I said above, she came!!! Last minute too, the very morning of my appt! haha

Sorry if I offended anyone, was not my intention. I'm just hormonal and gripey. I'm just fearful of the future and taking it out on stuff. Didn't mean to be so harsh.

Gabbie

Btw, glad you liked my choice. Still haven't decided on 2 or 3....gonna wait a while though.....this gluten-free diet always makes me lose a lot in not a lot of time.

no offense taken here. I totally understand the hormones, and I'm sure y'all have realized TTC has made me kinda bitter to some things, so I certainly have no right to judge what ANYONE says.

Let us know what you decide on the dress too!

 

[Kennywife]

wow, congrats on the weight loss!!! I'm sooo impressed! (and jealous )

And that's great about your PCOS symptoms, SO great! I'm glad that you have a plan in place. I'm sure the hysterectomy isn't the route you would hope to take but either way, let us know what happens and I will keep you in my prayers!



ooh I love them all actually. What color are you looking at? (I think it automatically brings us to red since that's the first color in the list)

I think you will look great in #3 too. How tall are you?



I just had 6 vials drawn yesterday, so I know how you feel!

I am glad they are checking everything for you. Glad about the payment plan too, that's always helpful!

KUP!



I know it's tough, you just gotta let that roll off. I don't wanna say too much but in the same way could she be someone "else's" tool right now to get you fired up? maybe...


I should listen to my own advice though!



Guess what....she SHOWED!!! And guess what? I was worried for nothing b/c I'm not starting the BCP til this Sunday now.

Granted, we might have been able to start that sooner, hence, starting everything else sooner, but at least I don't have to wait out a cycle or anything. Will explain more after I finish all my replies that I have quoted.



I like this outlook. I think it's very well said.



thanks!!! As I said above, she came!!! Last minute too, the very morning of my appt! haha



no offense taken here. I totally understand the hormones, and I'm sure y'all have realized TTC has made me kinda bitter to some things, so I certainly have no right to judge what ANYONE says.

Let us know what you decide on the dress too!

I'm 5'6" and fluffy. That's what I call it. I love the color red and it actually looks good on me. We're going to do the vr in Oct. 2012, so red will be perfect!

Gabbie

 

[cherbear]

So I had my appointment yesterday. AF showed yesterday morning, finally! I would say the appointment went really well. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this doctor!! She's definitely easier to talk to than the male dr I was seeing before, and she takes more time to answer questions, etc. My other doctor never even asked "do you have any questions for me" and sometimes would be walking towards the door when we were trying to ask them!

This doctor was wonderful. The IVF coordinator is great, too! We sat with the doctor for about an hour, but first we both had some blood drawn for a bunch of tests, etc. (They did all the same tests I had in the beginning of going to the clinic, b/c they like to repeat them every 6 months. When the phlebotamist said that, I told her "Wow, wish I couldn't say that I've been here 6 months...")

Dr said that I'd be on birth control for 12 to 14 days, then I'd start meds. Well, after the meeting was over and she asked the IVF coordinator to make the schedule, it turns out they've got me starting BCP on Sunday the 8th, taking them until Saturday, the 28th. I guess the scheduling worked out for them better this way? So, then I'll start my injections (menopur & follistim probably...and ganrilex at some point to make sure I don't ovulate on my own before retrieval) and take them for 8 to 10 days. After the first 2 days of injections, I have an ultrasound & bloodwork appointment that will tell them whether they need to adjust any doseages. Then I will continue to do the shots and go for u/s and b/w every other day. When they see that I'm ready, I'll take my HCG trigger at home whenever she says to take it. 36ish hours later, they'll do the retrieval (I'll be knocked out) and then 3 to 5 days after that, if everything goes smoothly we will be transferring 2 beautiful embryos to my uterus and say our prayers!!!

I'm excited! But it just seems like the 28th is gonna take FOREVER to get here!

 

[Kennywife]

Hugs Cherbear! sending your way!

Gabbie

 

[esbrick]

Oh, the hubster just did the sweetest thing! He called to ask if I was going shopping for my gf (gluten free) diet and I said, "Not yet. I'm gonna put in my order later today." He told me not to and that he was heading to a health food store (it's actually a warehouse for health food, so it's cheaper, gf food is ) after work to pick me up whatever I need!

He's getting:

glutino pretzels
Udi's bread, muffins, pizza crust
Kinnikick baking mix
Lesser Evil popcorn.....
and whatever else he happens to find! LOL!

I'm sorry once again for venting. I've just been down about ttc and I'm not a mean person, I'm actually pretty nice. When something lke this happens, it's reminds me how lucky I am. Luv you guys.

Gabbie

Oh Gabbie please vent all you want! I really believe I would have reacted out of the same way straight out of the box and should have stated that more clearly! I put the comments on top so I wouldn't get in trouble with the MODs for talking "religion"! We have a place that we can all vent and please accept my apologies to you for my response. I truely did not mean to insinuate you offended anyone.

 

[D&DDisney]

So I had my appointment yesterday. AF showed yesterday morning, finally! I would say the appointment went really well. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this doctor!! She's definitely easier to talk to than the male dr I was seeing before, and she takes more time to answer questions, etc. My other doctor never even asked "do you have any questions for me" and sometimes would be walking towards the door when we were trying to ask them!

This doctor was wonderful. The IVF coordinator is great, too! We sat with the doctor for about an hour, but first we both had some blood drawn for a bunch of tests, etc. (They did all the same tests I had in the beginning of going to the clinic, b/c they like to repeat them every 6 months. When the phlebotamist said that, I told her "Wow, wish I couldn't say that I've been here 6 months...")

Dr said that I'd be on birth control for 12 to 14 days, then I'd start meds. Well, after the meeting was over and she asked the IVF coordinator to make the schedule, it turns out they've got me starting BCP on Sunday the 8th, taking them until Saturday, the 28th. I guess the scheduling worked out for them better this way? So, then I'll start my injections (menopur & follistim probably...and ganrilex at some point to make sure I don't ovulate on my own before retrieval) and take them for 8 to 10 days. After the first 2 days of injections, I have an ultrasound & bloodwork appointment that will tell them whether they need to adjust any doseages. Then I will continue to do the shots and go for u/s and b/w every other day. When they see that I'm ready, I'll take my HCG trigger at home whenever she says to take it. 36ish hours later, they'll do the retrieval (I'll be knocked out) and then 3 to 5 days after that, if everything goes smoothly we will be transferring 2 beautiful embryos to my uterus and say our prayers!!!

I'm excited! But it just seems like the 28th is gonna take FOREVER to get here!

We'll be saying prayers w/ you! This month can't go fast enough. So excited for you!!!!

 

[cherbear]

Hugs Cherbear! sending your way!

Gabbie

We'll be saying prayers w/ you! This month can't go fast enough. So excited for you!!!!

thanks girls!!! I agree, it needs to go faster. LOL

For the next 3 weeks I am working on eating healthier and exercising a lot so I can lose a few pounds and be a little healthier by the time the IVF starts up. Today I did good with the exception of having a coke with lunch (half a 20 oz). For dinner I drank a ton of WATER to make up for that, and had 6 boneless wings, that's it.

 

[Kennywife]

Hi all!

We have switched our room from the water view at POR to a standard at CBR. Have any of you stayed there and did you like it? I know it'll be great being close to EPCOT!!!!!

Gabbie

Now, I just need to update my ticker...LOL.

 

[ead79]

So I had my appointment yesterday. AF showed yesterday morning, finally! I would say the appointment went really well. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this doctor!! She's definitely easier to talk to than the male dr I was seeing before, and she takes more time to answer questions, etc. My other doctor never even asked "do you have any questions for me" and sometimes would be walking towards the door when we were trying to ask them!

This doctor was wonderful. The IVF coordinator is great, too! We sat with the doctor for about an hour, but first we both had some blood drawn for a bunch of tests, etc. (They did all the same tests I had in the beginning of going to the clinic, b/c they like to repeat them every 6 months. When the phlebotamist said that, I told her "Wow, wish I couldn't say that I've been here 6 months...")

Dr said that I'd be on birth control for 12 to 14 days, then I'd start meds. Well, after the meeting was over and she asked the IVF coordinator to make the schedule, it turns out they've got me starting BCP on Sunday the 8th, taking them until Saturday, the 28th. I guess the scheduling worked out for them better this way? So, then I'll start my injections (menopur & follistim probably...and ganrilex at some point to make sure I don't ovulate on my own before retrieval) and take them for 8 to 10 days. After the first 2 days of injections, I have an ultrasound & bloodwork appointment that will tell them whether they need to adjust any doseages. Then I will continue to do the shots and go for u/s and b/w every other day. When they see that I'm ready, I'll take my HCG trigger at home whenever she says to take it. 36ish hours later, they'll do the retrieval (I'll be knocked out) and then 3 to 5 days after that, if everything goes smoothly we will be transferring 2 beautiful embryos to my uterus and say our prayers!!!

I'm excited! But it just seems like the 28th is gonna take FOREVER to get here!

I'm glad to hear that you like this doctor--I think that's always really important. Here's to hoping August passes quickly for you, and the whole process going as smoothly as possible! Prayers are with you!

 

[cherbear]

I'm glad to hear that you like this doctor--I think that's always really important. Here's to hoping August passes quickly for you, and the whole process going as smoothly as possible! Prayers are with you!

thank you! I agree about the doctor. I feel really good under her care

 

[Kronk's girl]

Cherbear- Already sending good thoughts.

I hope everyone else is doing well, Happy Friday- wishing you all a wonderful weekend!!