Summer Board 2011

[Wishingandhoping]

On my phone at work, so personals will have to be tonight...

Beta today is 9964!!! Progesterone is up to 21.2.

[WeHaveHope]

Wishing-I am so happy for you. Congratulations and enjoy every minute of thi pregnancy. This time was truly yout time and I pray that you have a happy healthy baby or two.

Lyd-don't loose hope yet. You haven't had the Beta yet so there is still a huge chance. Dont give up. I am prayingfor you.

Lauren-good luck today. Please keep us posted.

Rabin-WELCOME!

AFM-no news yet. I am a little calmer today. I guess it's because I already know what the results are going to be. Right now I am a bit concerned about the pain but we will see what my RE says. I should have my meds delivered today for my next cycle. Focusing on the next cycle and making it work is watt is keeping me going right now. I am on my cell phone so I will do more personals later.

Sending you lots of love.

[fvrogers]

Hi Ladies,
Sorry I have been MIA. I had to work all weekend and was exhausted by the time I got home. I have been stalking and thinking of you all.

Lauren - I am thinking of you hun and hope that all goes well today. Stay positive and strong. As everyone has said the spotting can be so many things.

Christy - Glad to hear you are feeling better! Such an awesome story. Good luck, I am here rooting for you. The 19th will be here before you know it! Hopefully you have a calm 2ww.

Ninde - How are you feeling? Wishing you luck.

Lyd - Sorry that your HPT isn't looking as promising. Hopefully things will look up. You never know hun. I know it is so hard but try to stay positive. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

WeHaveHope - You have constantly been on my mind and in my prayers. You said it best, God is in control and he has his plan for our lives. That has been the hardest thing for me to accept although I know it is true. That scripture Heb 11:1 that Sunshine sent you is so powerful. It reminds us that all things come to those who remain faithful inspite of it all. When I get depressed I think of Job who remained faithful no matter what trials came his way. We too must continue to have faith that God will grant us our miracles in his time. I realize that my faith is what gets me through to the next cycle and thank God for the ability to look forward and keep trying. Please remain positive, I admire how you have already started looking towards the next cycle (if needed).

Wishing - CONGRATS on those awesome numbers!!

Rabin - Welcome!! Sorry that you have to be here, but I must say we are in excellent company. I am not from the UK, but hopefully there will be someone on the board who can help out.

AFM - Hopefully I managed to get in all of the personals Anyways, so AF has finally left and I finally got myself together to call my RE this morning. He wants to sit with me and discuss what type of testing he would like to perform so I have an appointment to meet with him on the 16th. I was wanting to wait to meet him when DH is in town in Sept but I guess we can see him again as well. I am very curious to see what my RE has in mind and doubt that I can wait until Sept. Plus I figured that if we could start testing now, we may have results to discuss when DH gets back. Going back to work was not as bad as I thought it would be. Those who knew that I was going through IVF just gave me supportive hugs. One person asked a ton of questions, and I really did not mind her asking since she has always covered my shifts for me when I needed to have Dr appointments and such. I also spoke with my Acupuncture practitioner today and she wants to see what my RE thinks before trying more herbal supplements. So hopefully I can have some idea of what to think next week. I am also doing my own research, but there is just soo much info out there that after a while it starts to just fry my brain So I had to take a break from searching. I am a little interested in the the endometrial biopsy. Do any of you know much about it and it's success when performed prior to an IVF cycle? I should have gone to church yesterday but didn't. Our congregation consists of a ton of young couples many of whom have just had babies. I am usually encouraged to see all of the little ones, but I am still a little disappointed about my BFN and just did not feel up to it.

Wishing everyone the best,

Felicia

[Lauren]

Hey Ladies.........

First of all I have to say CONGRATS to WE!!!!!!!!!!!

Second...I have to say THANK YOU to ALL you WONDERFUL ladies who are thinking of me and prayinf for me during my cycle!

I didnt log on yesterday but to read a bit bc I have had my period The bleeding was heavy and Im sure its a period! I didnt even get out of bed this morning bc I couldnt drag myself to get my beta knowing how I was bleeding and that this cycle just didnt work..yet again! I called the nurse and told her and she said I HAVE to come in for an offical documentation that it was negative. So I told her tomorrow.

I am so ANGRY Sad Confused and so many other things...I dont even know what to say! Think this is the end of the road for us! I am so pissed off at my doctor (and maybe I shouldnt be, i dont even know anymore) I just feel like I am getting NO WHERE! I do EVERYTHING i am "supposed" to do and get nowhere...I AM so FRUSTRATED! UGH...I wanna scream! Ive been keeping busy around the house throwing stuff out (LOL) my poor DH!!! Thats how I deal with things...cleaning! or shopping one of the two!

I cant say ENOUGH GREAT things about ALL you wonderful ladies and ALL the support you've given me! I wish you ALL nothing less than the BEST!

[fruit]

Lauren - im so sorry sweetheart for the BFN. i know how it feels and i also know that ivf is an unfair thing, but please i must ask u not ot give up! you & DH are still very young to give up now! if u can afford another cycle, u must give urself a chance. i am now preparing for my 7th cycle!!!! i've never imagined i will reach this far with no baby but i have to keep going as long as i have energy and money and time ... i have to try every protocol and every idea in order to have my baby. i know it is very hard and painful to keep going but we have to do it, i say to myself that others are struggeling with cancer or any other disease and God has given us this "cross" this ivf journey to live with......
please take time, maybe a vacation with DH and try again if u can. i know it is worth it.
Love and Hugs. you are a wonderful strong woman.

[Sunshine1576]

Lauren,
Fruit said it best because it's true you are so young and there is time. I know this is expensive but there are resources out there that can help you with financing (if needs be). Also you might get a second opinion with a new clinic, sometimes a new RE has a brand new perspective and can treat you differently. Anyway I understand your frustrations but take the time you need and when you are ready to try again we will be right here.

[fvrogers]

Lauren - Sending you hugs hun. You know that you are among women who feel your pain. Fruit's words are well spoken, I just want to add that maybe you can look at things again once the emotions pass. I know last week when I got my BFN I was so upset that I could not see the purpose of going through another cycle. But once I started feeling better and talked things through with DH I realized that we cannot just throw in the towel. You are very young and take some time to heal and just see what options remain. I pray that you find comfort and strength to continue to fight the IF battle.

[Prayersnpies]

Lauren- I am so sorry for you and your DH. Take plenty of time to rest and emotionally recover (Hugs).

[Wishingandhoping]

Lauren- I'm so sorry about your BFN. You should never give up on becoming a mom. You WILL be a mother! You just have to find the right path to get there. Big hugs.

Lyd- Those HPTs are so unpredictable. Remember that it takes 48 hours for a beta to double. This could absolutely still be a BFP!

Felicia- Your attitude is awesome! You will get that BFP! I completely understand your feeling about seeing young families at church. We go to the service, but avoid Sunday school for that reason.


Christy- Glad you're feeling better! Let those embryos grow and snuggle in!

Ninde- Praying for those follies to grow, grow, grow!

Wehavehope- I'm glad to see you looking forward and discussing changes with your RE. Every cycle teaches us something. You have lots of great frosties, so I have no doubt that you will bring a baby home soon!

AFM- Tough afteroon...I started bleeding (red) this afternoon. My RE wanted me off of my feet, so I had to reschedule patients and head home. I'm getting an ultrasound tomorrow...more rescheduling patients. I haven't really had any increased cramping, and the bleeding seems to have slowed substantially slowed. It's mainly brown now. Saying lots of prayers.

[Lauren319]

Things have really been up and down in here. I'm on my phone so i cant write much, but i wanted to check in.

Lauren - oh hun, im so sorry. You cant give up yet. I think you'll realize this when you have the chance to breathe and think.

Lyd - you got a faint line once! Dont give up hope!

We- you're truly an inspiration. Thinking of you.

Wishing - are you on those stupid suppositories?? That wouod def do it.

Afm - ive been on birth control for a week and i seriously wanna puke. I dont know if its because its a different brand this time or its just been so long, but i feel effing ill. Ive also stopped drinkig the stupid herbs the acupuncturist gave me because they are seriously vile. Im gonna have to explain to the acupucturist tomorrow that her herbs taste like shit and that i dont wanna drink them and have to deal with her look at me as though Im crazy for not sacrificing myself for a baby. Effing quack. Sorry. Im already on the defensive. Will someone just hand me a baby already??

[longtimerivf]

Hello ladies...
I'm so sorry to have been away for so long and to have missed all the opportunities to support all of you!!!

Small set of personals and then my excuse...

Lauren - I'm so sorry... make sure you get your beta... I was at another board where a lady had bright red bleeding from progesterone supositories and she was pg... I understand you're sure it's a long shot... but make sure you get your test... and if it did not work... try to take some time to heal, and in time you'll figure out how to achieve your dream and be a mom… time and money eventually come… just keep the dream and hopes alive!!

Anton – Huge hugs!! Hope you had some answers

Fruit – I’m so sorry… I can’t believe this happened and that your RE won’t answer your calls!!! He’s not what we need… no matter what statistics he has, we all need loving RE’s to guide and help us…

Lyd – breath… those tests don’t change that fast… keep the PMA going… On Wednesday you need a number above 50… so it might be so !!!

We- I’m so sorry this is happening… my prayers and thoughts are with you and your DH…

Wishing – hoping your bleeding subsides and your lil ones are safe and snuggling there and you get to see them tomorrow happy and strong!

Christy – wow!! Seven!!! Good luck!!!

Felicia – I know what you mean about church… it’s tough… we try to go to the service with less children there… but it’s usually hard…

Rabin – welcome!!

AFM… sorry I’ve been MIA… My niece got a very difficult medical diagnosis and I’m trying to help my sister and find doctors for her… so that has taken a lot of my time… and I’m waiting to see what happens with the little twin who is still going but smaller… Hugs to all and I’m always thinking of you ladies!!


"Happiness is an attitude. We either make ourselves miserable, or happy and strong. The amount of work is the same."
Francesca Reigler

[Wishingandhoping]

Lauren319- I'm sorry that you're not feeling well! BCPs always make me feel I'll. I don't know much about the herbs, but my RE discourages herbals during IVF unless approved by him. I never messed with them. I wish I could blame the suppositories for the bleeding. I actually use them rectally because of a history of a cervical bleed while on them. Nonetheless, I'm stopping them for now and increasing PIO.

LongtimerIVF- I'm sorry to hear about your niece's diagnosis. I hope you can help her find the best care! I'm praying for your little twin! Keep us posted!

[WeHaveHope]

Sorry for the double post.

[longtimerivf]

we... sending the biggest hugs your way!!! I admire your outlook and faith and I will be praying your next cycle will give you little ones to hug!!!

[LYD10]

Hi ladies - its a another tumultious day on the boards today, isnt it?

Lauren - i am so sorry you are having to go through your AF and still come in for beta. i know exactly how you feel - my first cycle i got AF before my beta. by the way - i am also dealing with male factor and we did manage to get lucky once - so feel free to PM me if you want to discuss protocls, approaches, whatever.

Christy - i am glad you are feeling better! 7 eggs to be relased - those are some good odds!

Wishing - i am sorry you are bleeding. seeing blood is always so scary. but you nave an awesome beta so obviously your baby/babies are snug in there. it might be a SH - when is your U/S? i also ended up bleeding during my succesful cycle and teh baby was ok - but i was on bed rest for a week waiting for it to resolve.

Lauren319 - your posts crack me up sorry you are feeling sick on bcps. i can only take my BCPs at night, othewise they also make me nauseous. not sure if that makes a difference for you. btw, does your RE know about the herbs? my accupuncturirt also suggested suppliments but my doctor said - since we are male factor, he didnt want to mess with my eggs.

longertimer - sorry about your sister. when is your next U/S to check on teh twins?

AFM - not much - just working. my DH was supposed to pick up more dollar store HPTs. so the saga will continue tonight. god i hope the line will not dissapear. it was pretty darn closing to dissapearing this morning.