March/April 2010 Cycle Group

[latrell22]

Stand by for a public service announcement......AF IS FINALLY HERE!!!! She came with a vengeance, but I'm not complaining! Thanks so much to all the ladies who were out helping me to look for her and sending her my way! You're AWESOME!! So I start my stims on Thursday and go in for my first u/s on Tues (day ....please pray for me ladies that this one stays right on track! I'm excited!

[lycase]

Yes Latrell, I pray everything works the way it needs too. It's so funny how we can get happy with AF sometimes and sometimes we are so angry !! Good luck this cycle dear.
Helene

[babyluv]

Latrell - WHOO HOO!!! Glad you can finally get started!

Libby - I'm definitely keeping up the PMA, so we can do that together. Today most of my symptoms have all but disappeared, but I am trying to remind myself than any previous symptoms were all progesterone related, so...yea.

Marci - OMGOSH!!! Hope the pizza and pills are making you feel extra special

AFM- I had a fun little dinner last night with some friends. We call ourselves "The Tokmok Mommies" because we all have daughters from the same orphanage. Two were in town visiting so we all went out (sadly I am skipping Disney today with all the kids, but figured it might be a little more physically taxing than needed right now). As we were eating, Dwight Howard came in with a group of guys and sat at the table next to us! If you are NBA fans, you'll probably know who he is. Here in Orlando he is big stuff and DH and I absolutely love him (we go to a lot of Magic games). Of course I didn't want to talk to him because hey, he just wants to have dinner. After a couple of hours, this HUGE line of people came to his table and wanted pics. He was funny, and gracious, but the server finally called the manager to shoo them all out. Then they closed the doors and we ended up in a private room with just his table and ours. We shared a moment and a smile Anyway, I got a big kick out of it. He was standing right behind me taking pics, so a friend snapped one of me and his butt. The boy (and I say boy because he's only 24 I think) is almost 7 feet tall.

GOOD TIMES!

[Franca]

Marci big hug coming your way, that sounds terrifying
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[perturbed]

I don't think your little boy with T21 is the one that is "suffering" Secaly, maybe you are, but he is a precious gift and will be far more blessed in his life than you could ever imagine. So was it "gods will" Secaly for you to try and find an adoptive couple to take your child when you found out there was a high risk of Downs Syndrome becuase your dream of a "cute and cuddly baby" were dashed even though you knew full well what the risks were, hence why you did IVF BEFORE getting pregnant naturally but CHOSE to take that chance anyways, and then when that chance turned into a reality you wanted to give your child away? Was it "gods will" as you were trying to "convince" your husband to give his child away? Is it "gods will" that you search for a blonde haired blue eyed little girl embryo out there? Do you really hear yourself? Leave god out of this. It is people like you that the public sees when they argue that infertility treatments should not be funded by the government, leaving those of us who really do NEED IVF fighting an uphill battle. And please don't pretend to be a martyr, you are doing IVF for your own selfish reasons as you yourself stated above "becuase I have mostly boys and would like another girl". Most people seeking support on this website would give a limb to have a child, boy, girl, wouldn't matter to them, and you come here with 6 children, abusing IVF for your own selfish reasons.

You all can turn a blind eye to the absurdity and repulsiveness of this, but I sure won't.

[rlk1]

Hi everyone!

Wow, the DRAMA these past few days!!! Holy moly!!

First, you'll be happy to learn that the past 2 nights were gush-free after the PIO injection, thanks to all of your tips and advice!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! You guys are the best!!

Now, personals...

Miner, Sara, and Heeks: You go, girls!! I'm so excited to hear about your BFPs!!! Keep us posted with future Betas and ultrasounds!! Oh, and Sara, I think it's standard to get Betas about every two days--your Beta that is scheduled tomorrow sounds normal to me!

Babyluv: Thanks for being my very own personal Apple IT help desk!! Tee-hee! Your advice on the page-maximize issue worked like a charm. We ended up getting a laptop--so time will tell if it holds up!! So your guests are gone and you have the house to yourselves? Any plans to keep busy until the Beta? Also, sorry to hear about your DD's heart surgery. I can't even imagine how stressful that must have been--it probably would have sent me over the edge. It sounds like she's doing great now---what a relief!! Oh, and too funny about the pic of you and Dwight's butt!!

Helene: Sorry about the drama on this board. I echo everyone else--everyone is welcome here--whether they have one, two,....or six kids! Also, thanks for your encouragement about my one little blast in storage!

DrBoots: YAY for 2 shots down!! Let us know how your SnS goes on Thursday! I am also hoping SO hard that this cycle works for you!

latrell: YAYYYYYYY for AF (very important service announcement, BTW!!). Tee-hee!

hopeforbabies: Glad to hear that the stims are going well, but sorry to hear that you have a welt the size of a tennis ball. OUCH!! Oh the things we'll go through for a BFP!! Add me to the list of people who cried while watching UP. I thought the same thing as Franny--that it would be this nice, light cartoon. WRONG. It was pretty heavy!!

Franny: Hey girl! What's new with you, my friend? Do tell, do tell!

Claud: So you're starting the POAS marathon tomorrow? GOOD LUCK!! Like I said before, don't read too much into those evil sticks...unless it's positive! Are you feeling better? I really hope so!!

Lauren: Your last BCP is tomorrow--woo-hoo!! Glad to hear that things are moving forward and that your FET will be earlier than expected!!

Misocial: Okay, here's how I see it. You have been through SO MUCH this cycle, that the Gods (I really only believe in one, but lets make it plural!) HAVE to reward you with a BFP. How are feeling today? Are you still in a lot of pain? Is your wife there to pamper you? Should I stop asking you questions? Speedy recovery, my friend!!

angelaezra: Thanks for starting that one-embryo transfer thread. I only have one blast in storage, so, if it survives the thaw, I'll only be transferring one. It's nice to see those success stories when only one was transferred!

Libby: YAY for being PUPO!! How's the 2WW treating you?

Bei: Glad to see you again! We missed you too!!

AFM: Thursday's my transfer day. They'll call tonight or tomorrow morning with the time of the appt. I'm soooo nervous. I know this sounds weird, but I think I'll be more disappointed if the embryo doesn't survive the thaw then I will be with a BFN. Does that make sense? I really want to give this little embryo a chance. I'll keep you posted!!

[lycase]

babyluv - this is so cute that you got a mommy group who adopted from the same place... wow what a connection. Glad you had fun and girl were you ever lucky... congrats on the star sharing space

Perturbed - you are still around. Well hey why don't you stick around and see... I wish I could help you but obviously I couldn't even if I wanted. Don't worry my IVF is NOT covered by any plan what so ever... I am paying all by myself. Why don't you pm me instead of disturbing this group. Also I am very sorry that you are suffering so much not have a lo to hold and hug... (not sure if you have any or not but presume you don't) I know it's hard not to have a little baby... Hang in there you can do it.

rlk1 - I am so happy you are now able to do the shot and not get hurt so much or worried... Way to go girl 2 more days and it's your transfer. Fantastic... yooyoo! I am sure your little baby will make the thaw. Look at mine they almost made it... he/she is a fighter.

And thanks for the support!!

[TammyS]

Hi everyone! I feel sooo behind again...ugh!

Just a quick note...cause I gotta get ready to take Zach to his 18 month well visit...and then I will catch up with personals later.

I started my AF today...1 day early! Woohoo!!! Let's get this show on the road! I called my doc this morning...took my first 3 pills of estrace this morning...got my ultrasound date of March 26th...and she is calling me back later today with my transfer date...after her and the doc have their little meeting about it. Since I have never really had lining issue problems...they are pretty sure that the date they give me this afternoon will be THE DATE (but as we all know...anything can change). I cant wait for the call!!

Also, she told me it could be as early as March 30th?! Whoa! But, more likely April 2. Looks like I will be going before Easter for sure now...and may even end up on bedrest for Easter and miss church, the egg hunt, family dinner and everything...but that is okay. I'm so glad that I turned down hosting Easter this year. lol We can do one in the living room for Zach where I can watch and take pics...and really he is too young to remember or do it anyhow. lol I am really nervous now! Just call already! lol

Helene...Keep the pma. You are always welcome here.

Perturbed...Honestly? We are all dealing with sooo much stress here...this is supposed to be a place to vent, lean on, and support each other...not tear each other down and cause more undue stress for not only that person, but for everyone. Lets just please keep our comments to ourselves....and get past this. Thank you.

[lycase]

TammyS - Way to go for AF to show herself one day early... hey girl just a couple of weeks and you will be rolling... this is so exiting. Let us know if they call and if it's still the same... I am cheering for you girl.

btw I love your sigget birdy... way to go...

Helene

[babyluv]

Tammy -YAY for getting started! Wow, you could be pupo in 2 weeks!!! AWESOME!!

rik - TWO more days! I'll be praying for that little frosty of yours and I TOTALLY understand what you mean about being more disappointed if it doesn't. You at least want the chance, for closure if nothing else. Glad the Mac is working out for you. Which one did you get? We have the 17". It's huge, but GREAT to watch videos on.

And thanks everyone for your concern over my DD. It's an experience I hope to never have to repeat, but she is so worth it Just glad that this time around I can enjoy life and not have something like that hanging over me.

I'm not feeling very pregnant today, but we all know how the symptoms come and go. Now that the company is gone and light duty is over, it's pretty much business as usual, without the heavy cleaning. I'm trying not to overexert myself, but life does go on I suppose. I've felt very uplifted the last week, and so far have been able to hold onto it. There's not a whole lot I can do at this point anyway. I DID tell DH at breakfast today that I am totally going on a shopping spree with some of the tax money if AF comes!

[lycase]

And thanks everyone for your concern over my DD. It's an experience I hope to never have to repeat, but she is so worth it Just glad that this time around I can enjoy life and not have something like that hanging over me.

I'm not feeling very pregnant today, but we all know how the symptoms come and go. Now that the company is gone and light duty is over, it's pretty much business as usual, without the heavy cleaning. I'm trying not to overexert myself, but life does go on I suppose. I've felt very uplifted the last week, and so far have been able to hold onto it. There's not a whole lot I can do at this point anyway. I DID tell DH at breakfast today that I am totally going on a shopping spree with some of the tax money if AF comes!

It's great about your DD doing good now. You made a difference in her life and that is amazing. I did once inquire about a little girl with club feet they call it... she can't walk... and so far I don't have $30,000 dollars but you never know if I get 4 jobs like last year I might be able to save for that little sweetheart. She is like 4 years old I think so would be just the right age for my daughter (if my cycles don't work)...

Helene

[hopeforbabies]

Good morning ladies! I guess I'm going to have to check in more then once a day now. Its hard to keep up with 2-4 pages of personals, but I'm going to try today.

Lauren So sorry to hear your basement flooded. AZ has had tons of rain this winter too and in January a lot of our roads flooded. Sorry if I sent our bad weather your way. I am glad your insurance apporved your FET and I think its awsome that they are moving it up! HURRAY

Franny Totally think UP was awful too (I did like it but not from and IVF stand point). During the part when they are cloud watching & all her's turn to babies my DH was like "look honey, she's just like you." Then the next sceen is the infertility part and my DH felt horrible with his foot in his mouth. Thanks for sharing your story about the gonal-f mishap. Its nice to know I'm not the only one to mess up especially since my nurse assured me "they are so easy to use." Ha yeah right!

Helene Thank you for all the encouragement you gave me after my last post. My dose went better with the pen last night. As for the perturbed lady I want you to know that I don't think she has any right to judge you. I'm sorry that she has had such a rough go, but I am glad to have you here. I did report her posts so hopefully she will not be allowed to post on this thread anymore. Hang in there and I hope you get all the children you want.

Claudia Its great to hear your levels are still where they are suppose to be. I'm praying that stick shows a nice clear BFP! When is your actual beta?

Marci Oh my! I am so sorry to hear about what has happened to you! I'm praying that you recover fast and that all your pain goes away quickly. Sending no cancel vibes to you. Take it easy and stay in bed till your all better

Libby I think its so smart of you to save up your other embies for when your insurance runs out. Ours only pays for 1 cycle so I'm hoping we get a lot for future FET if this cycle doesn't work or for future siblings.

Drboots Glad your stims are going well. Today I am on day 4 and so far only some twinges. Make sure to let us know how you are feeling. When's your E2 bw and next SnS?

Sara/rayofsunshine Your beta is nice and high too, congrat!!! Enjoy all those wonderful pregnancy symptoms. They are so worth it aren't they.

bei Welcome back! How are you doing?

latrell22 Yay for AF boo for her coming on strong! Praying your stims go well and everything stays on track!

babyluv What an awsome night out. How cool to not only to see someone famous but to be seated right next to their table! I think its totally cool you and the other "tokmok moms" meet up!

Kim I can understand your worries about your frostie, but dont worry! It will thaw just beautifully and will result in a BFP! I just know it will, good luck with the transfer on thurs and let us know how it goes.

Tammy Yay for AF and I hope your transfer comes before Easter so you can enjoy your little Zach hunting eggs. Keep us posted on when it will be!

AFM - Nurse called yesterday and said my E2 which was 183 was higher then they like to see on day 3 of stims so they lowered my follistim to 100iu lastnight. Happily my shot went off without any problems (ie lost medication). They had me come back this morning for another blooddraw and will be calling me with new dosage instructions and to tell me what time my stick and stir will be tomorrow. I am hoping to see a good amount of follies...do you all think its to early? Send good vibes and thoughts my way if you can. ~TERESA

[lycase]

Helene Thank you for all the encouragement you gave me after my last post. My dose went better with the pen last night. As for the perturbed lady I want you to know that I don't think she has any right to judge you. I'm sorry that she has had such a rough go, but I am glad to have you here. I did report her posts so hopefully she will not be allowed to post on this thread anymore. Hang in there and I hope you get all the children you want.

AFM - Nurse called yesterday and said my E2 which was 183 was higher then they like to see on day 3 of stims so they lowered my follistim to 100iu lastnight. Happily my shot went off without any problems (ie lost medication). They had me come back this morning for another blooddraw and will be calling me with new dosage instructions and to tell me what time my stick and stir will be tomorrow. I am hoping to see a good amount of follies...do you all think its to early? Send good vibes and thoughts my way if you can. ~TERESA

Oh Theresa, you are so kind and thoughful... I try not to let me down but I can't help it... I am so afraid... didn't want to say it cause that's probably what she is looking for... who doesn't feel bad when they treat you like that! Thanks a million.

So sending good vibes and thoughs your way for your follies count tomorrow. I know you will do well and the fact that they checked you out was great they are on top of things and I think it's amazing... can't wait to see that BFP...

Helene

[perturbed]

Secaly - Please do not insult me by attempting to sympathize with me, YOU have NO IDEA what I could possibly have gone through. What are you going to do if you all 5 take? Pick out the "girl" and give the rest to your "friend"? You're disgusting.

[turtle0619]

perturbed are you even going through IVF right now? why are you even posting on this thread? just to bash a woman you dont even know? seriously, you need to stop posting on here. this is a place for support and positive vibes. none of these woman including myself need to read your negative comments on OUR message boards.

ok that said...it will be the last time i waste my energy on this person....sorry everyone!

nothing new to report over here in the land of never ending waiting..waiting...waiting!

all you 2ww gals keep up the PMA, and know i am crossing everything for you!!

marci i hope you are feeling better!! ((((((((hugs)))))))))


***much love always***