Hoekey- How are you?

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Hoekey- How are you?

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Hi Hoekey,

I know your were scheduled for your D&C today and I just want to check in on you to see how you are doing. I hope it went as well as can be expected and that you are feeling ok and not having too much pain. I miss you on the boards and think about you often. I am so sorry for your loss and hope you get back your optimism soon.

Take care.
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Post by Hoekey »

Gecko I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to seek me out!! It sure does mean a lot to me that I have not been forgotten just because I have been sent down a different path. I did want to post what has been happening but did not want to do it in the October post as not to worry anyone, bring their joy down, or terrify them with the details. But I do feel that I need to get it out, even if you feel it is too much for you to read, I understand, it was nearly too much for me to bear. Please do not think differently of me for going into so much detail. But writing this out for others to read is definitely therapeutic.

Things unfortunatley did not goes as planned. My body just would not wait another 24 hours for the D&C. I can only say that everything I have been told and everything that I have read here on these posts and elsewhere did not prepare me for what actually happened to me.

Tuesday: It took 10 hours from beginning to what I thought was the end for me to pass what I thought was everything. After four hours of heavy bleeding and severe cramps I passed what I think was the baby. Now, I am not too sure. Then I had about an hour of a little, not a lot, of relief, from the cramping and bleeding. I thought that I was coming to the end. Then I started to bleed VERY heavily and passed between 15-20 softball sized clots along with some smaller golfball sized ones in the ineterems. I soaked nearly 40 pads in the span of five hours. And for the last two hours my DH was on the phone with our Dr. (this is about 2:00 in the A.M.) while I layed on the floor in the bathroom shaking and unable to stand. Unbelievably my Dr. said that there was no need to go to the E.R. and that he had heard of MCs being a lot worse. I truly feel for those women, because I cannot imagine a MC worse than what I and my DH had to experience. Our bathroom (and I am so sorry if I am being too graphic) looked like a scene from CSI. I have never been squeemish nor do I think that I have a low tolerance for pain. I am not by any means saying I am superwoman or anything but I deal on a daily basis with osteoarthritis in my neck and fibromyalgia pain everywhere else. So I am not a stranger to pain in many forms. But to tell me that the cramps would be slightly worse than normal period cramps is to say the least, a HUGE understatement! To move on, finally at around 4:30 A.M. or so I decided I wanted to get off the floor and get into bed. We lined the bed with many towels and I fell asleep almost instantly. Luckily I did not even soak through my pad.

Wednesday: I was woken up by a call from my clinic at about 7:30 and I told them I could not stand and that I needed sleep. They canceled my D&C and U/S that I was to do prior to the D&C. Which I had just scheduled the day before, because I knew that the MC was starting earlier that day because I had started bleeding and clotting and cramping so I had called them around 3:30 to let them know . Anyhow, they rescheduled an U/S for yesterday to make sure that I had "passed" everything.(

Thursday: Yesterday though I felt weak, I felt much better and the cramping was more like a normal period cramp. Annoying but tolerable. I had a pretty good day until about 6:00 P.M. last night when the severe cramps came back.

Today, Friday: I just got off the phone with the nurse and she is going to talk to the Dr. to see what to do for me. After all of that I may need to do the D&C anyway. Though he did not see any of what he thought was "tissue" he did see a lot of clots still in my uterus. He only spent about a minute looking around, because he said he did not want to torture me. He took my word that the baby, sac, and placenta had "passed". Now, I am not so sure as I have just passed another large golfball sized clot and though it went in to the toillet I thought I could see greyish tissue with it. I did not however fish it out, sorry, not going there. The severe cramping has gone away a bit but does come back in waves still. I truly hope that I am finally at the end of this and can start to move on. My mind is in a very good place right now and I know that it will be fine, but now my poor body just can't get going yet to start to heal. Again, I am sorry if this was too graphic or painful.

My DH is actually dealing with this worse than I am and that really suprises me. He has been, up to the actual MC, very strong and someone I could lean on. But, now that he has had to go through this ordeal with me, clean me up, hold my hand, etc... he is really shaken. He is still going to work, (can't be avoided, he is the owner), running errands, taking care of me, all that. But, he is quiet, a little moody, sad, and emotional, which is just not like him at all. If I am hurting for anyone right now it is him. I don't know how to help him, when I still am unable to look after myself physically yet.
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Post by Cocoa »

Hoekey...

I too have been following your plight and have been thinking about you, your loss, your emotions... with prayer. I think it was so brave of you to write out your story here. I KNOW it will help many women who have experienced or may in the future experience this type of tragedy. Your concern for your DH now shows what strength you do have. I think we (here on this board) somtimes forget how deeply the loss of a hoped for child can affect our DHs. Your story will open our eyes to that and help us to be there for our DHs as well.

I hope this posting finds you feeling a little more physically strong and rested. I do hope you choose to forge ahead and try again. We who are following your story will certainly be praying for your success toward parenthood.

xxxCocoa
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Post by Hoekey »

Thank you Cocoa for your very kind reply. It has touched me deeply.

The nurse called back and she talked to the Dr. who looked again at my U/S, guess it's saved somewhere? Anyhow, he said that there are still some very tiny pieces of tissue and until they pass I will be plagued with these cramps. I think however that it is finally over! Since passing the last one, my bleeding, which has been like a regular heavy period, has slowed down and my cramping has subsided. Of course, if there is another peice of tissue they will come back and I will pass that, but I really feel like it's done. The nurse said that they are very sad that it is happening to me like this but they are not worried. I do not have a fever, no foul smell in the discharge, and my bleeding is not increasing. Other than the cramps these are all good signs that I do not have an infection, which is what they were worried about I guess. I am going to take a nap now and see how I feel when I wake up. Hopefully like a new woman.

My DH and I have discussed it and we are going to try again. We will wait however for six months. I think we both just need to take a bit of a break. We still have four frozen embryos so we will be starting again with an FET. Which is nice, less hormones, less procedures, to be getting started with. I have gained about 30 lbs. since starting this trip and I would like some time to try to loose that plus 10 lbs to get back to where I am comfortable with my wieght and my body.

We have also planned a cruise for Spring Break while my older DDs are visiting their Dad. I am so looking forward to us being a couple again without the worry of infertility or immediately looking at another treatment. We will be visiting the Grand Cayman and Riveira Maya. I hope that it brings the relaxing vacation that we need to recharge. I pray for you all every night and hopefully will be back in six months with some very good news.
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Post by Cocoa »

Hoekey...

First, I am glad to hear that you and DH will be forging ahead again... I know that it can be heartbreaking (I had been TTC a second for 12 years!) But mostly I am grateful that you had a natural M/C as its better for your body (even with all the horrible pain and accompanying emotional trauma). I am VERY happy that you have no concerns about infection and I pray that it continues that way...

Have a WONDERFUL time on your trip... I am a little jealous... (I guess because I am scared about having 2 babies alone - DH decided he didn't want twins after all we've been through). Anyway, don't leave us for 6 whole months... keep posting for others as some will need your strength and reassurance and keep us informed about how you are...

Blessings to you...

xxxCocoa
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B/G TWINS!!! Due 4/30/08 Born Friday April 4th, 2008 at 36w 2d Baby girl A 6 lbs 7 oz Baby boy B 6 lbs 3 oz
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Post by riogirl71 »

Oh Hoekey- sweetie I had tears in my eyes from reading what you had to go through. I am so sorry. Please keep us posted on how you are doing, you know that you are always in our thoughts. I am glad you are going on a vacation with DH and then trying again fresh. Many people have had such great luck with FETs, you are lucky you have those frosties just there waiting for mommy! I wish you the best of luck! You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Cocoa - what do you mean having them alone? Did DH leave you or is he just being a butt about twins? I am so sorry sweetie, you do not need any added stress right now! I am praying for you too!
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Hi Hoekey
You are certainly in our thoughts & prayers. I have responded to your posts earlier. M/C is a tough thing & you surely went thru a lot. At the end of the day, we always look for a silver lining after something bad that happens. I admire your strength & your spirits. Sometimes just relaxing & taking time out for yourself... is just what you need. Your trip sounds really exciting. Have fun... hope to have you back soon... with some good news :)

Cocoa - I am sure you are excited & looking forward to your twins. Pls don't worry too much about things, esp not at this stage. I am sure everything will work out well. Just take it easy. Hope you have good family support. Take Care!
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Post by Mellie_1233 »

Hoecky, I'm so sorry you and your DH went through all that. It sounds so brutal. I'm shocked at how rough it was.

I am so glad that you say you are in a good place mentally. I can understand being worried for your DH. Do you think he feels responsible? I'm just guessing as I obviously don't know him but I noticed that your fertility problem was male factor. I know that I always felt terribly guilty about our fertility struggle b/c for us it was my body causing the problem.

Finally, I just want to say how much I admire the way you've handled everything. You seem like such a sweet, sensitive person. That you had others' feelings in mind and were worried to stress people out by posting your story on the Oct thread says so much about your character (although I know everyone there would want to hear from you).

All the best,

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Post by geckogirl »

Hoekey - How brave you are to be able to post your story. It sounded like a horrible experience, one that none of us should ever have to face. Obviously you are very strong, and will be stronger as time goes on. I am glad that you are taking time for yourself and your DH before you try again. At least you have some frosties and can skip all the drugs of a fresh IVF cycle. I am sure it will happen for you. Take care, and know that we all keep you in our thoughts. Plese let us know how your are doing.
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Post by Cocoa »

Rio and Gori - Thank you for asking about me and certainly thank you for your prayers... No my DH is no longer with me but as it has been a "rocky road" to say the least I am not surprised by his reaction in looking back at everything... I do have a wonderful support system and I look forward to embarking on a new family life with my older son and his two new siblings... Its somewhat scary but through faith and prayer it will all work out....

xxxCocoa

ps - Hoekey - I hope each day is better than the last...thinking of you...
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Post by riogirl71 »

HOEKEY AND COCOA -

I can't tell you enough how strong and amazing women you are!

Hoekey- I hope you are feeling better phisically and emotionally. I am praying for your FET!

Cocoa - I am so glad you have a great support system. I wish you, DS and twins the best of luck through this journey. I am sure you will find a wonderful man who will deserve a strong woman like you. I am so sorry about what happened and I hope that your DH will at least be there with financial support. I will be praying for you.
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Post by Hoekey »

Thanks Rio, I am feeling much better. I have been peaking in on you girls on the Oct. post but don't have much to say. At first I didn't look at all, it was just too hard. But, now I just love hearing about everything that is happening with all of you. Took me a little while to get caught up but now I check in about twice a day. Can't seem to make myself post just yet, but you can bet I'll be around at some time rooting you all on. I have read about everyone, poor Weezie and her troubles at home, I do hope that she gets that worked out. Then I about fell off the couch when I read about Sassy and her brood, holy cow!!! FIVE!!! I sure do hope that she is doing well. I just can't seem to post there yet, wierd huh? Maybe next week. It has only been one week to the day since I miscarried and think maybe I just need a little more time. Meanwhile you can find me here, I am looking 8) .

Cocoa I guess I misunderstood what you had said in your previous post. I did not realize that you and your DH had seperated permanently. I am so sorry that I was not more conscientiuos in what I was reading. It sounds like you are a very strong woman and I am glad that you have a good support system. Please keep us posted. Can't wait to hear of the arrival of two very special little babies. Good luck!
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Post by wishuluck08 »

Hi Hoekey,

I was worried about you.
I too was trying to seek you out. I did post on the otherside.
I know exactly how you are feeling. It took me a little while to post in Oct bumps but I had to come to terms that life still goes on. As each day pass it will get easier. I check in on the girls to be sure they are doing ok. I suppose we can be God-Mothers. Hang in there.


I miscarried on March 1st. I only stop bleeding a few days ago. I hope my last appointment is Friday. I'm ready for a new chapter. I've started working out with a personal trainer on Saturday Mornings @ 6am. I'm considering accupunture. I'm trying to get a jump start for the next cycle not sure when. We still have 2 snowbunnies


My husband has been my ROCK!! Where I was weak, he has been strong in everyway.
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Post by riogirl71 »

Wishuluck - I love that you and Hoekey can be the Godmothers! :)
Hoekey - Thanks for checking on us! Take your time and only post when you are ready, it is not weird at all.

I am glad to hear that you are both feeling better, you are so strong. Plus think of the Oct post as your preview to what's coming next to both of you :D Please keep us posted about your FETs. I am praying for BFP for you girls!!!
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Hoekey - just checking on you to see how you are feeling hun.
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