Fit For Future Families - November 2011

jalara

Welcome everyone!

This group is being started to lend support and motivation to those who are TTC, or plan to TTC.

Fit For Families is NOT for pregnant women, I would ask that you join one of our sister groups, (they're really great there!!). For people looking for general pregnancy support and not wanting to gain too much:http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/357645-pregnancy-october-2011. For people who are VERY active and want to maintain that level while pregnant: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/380656-fit-fabulous-and-pregnant-october-2011

This group is very goal-oriented (no matter what your goals are) and I hope will be a place for you to come share your story and track your progress.

Check in is each Monday to keep us accountable over the weekend. Each week we set our own fitness or health goals, and the more suggestions the better!

A couple of guidelines to follow:
If you offend members you will be asked to leave.
If you pressure people to your point of view (religious or otherwise) you will be asked to leave.
If you push unfounded medical practices on others (bloodletting, self-medicating with herbs, ignoring medical advice, etc), you will be asked to stop, and possibly asked to leave.

Although we understand that people approach health issues in different ways, this board recommends seeing your doctor above all else.

Link to our last thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/357772-fit-for-future-families-october-2011

If you are new and want to join us, please give us some background on yourself. You can find all of ours on the August 2011 thread.

Age:
Where you live:
Job:
Length of time on the board:
Marital Status:
Length of time you've been with SO:
Do you have kids:
Length of time TTC:
Diagnosis:
Do you chart your BBT:
Do you use OPKs:
Are you on any meds for TTC:
Height:
Weight:
Goal Weight:
Strange fact about yourself:

Look forward to getting to know you!

jalara

And here are the basics!

:flowerforyou: First of all, Google is your friend! But be sure you take it with a grain of salt. We'll happily help you sort through it all!
:flowerforyou: Best way to know your cycle is to track your Basal Body Temperature (BBT). Best website for this is www.fertilityfriends.com.
:flowerforyou: Best place to get OPKs and HPTs (in bulk) and for cheap: www.early-pregnancy-tests.com or Amazon - buying in the store is too expensive! :grumble:
:flowerforyou: And finally, because TTC has a secret language (okay, not really, but we're too lazy to write everything out), here's the basic abbreviations for you!

2WW - Two-week wait until time to take pregnancy test (approximately 14 days after ovulation)
AF - Aunt Flo (menstruation)
ART - Assisted Reproductive Technology
AW- Attention *kitten*
BCP - Birth Control Pills
BBT - Basal Body Temperature
BD - Big Deed (baby making sex)
BFN - Big Fat Negative (home pregnancy test result)
BFP - Big Fat Positive (home pregnancy test result)
BIL - Brother-in-Law
BRU - Babies R Us Store
BW or B/W - Blood Work
CD - Cycle day
CM - Cervical Mucus
D&C - Dilation & Curettage
DD - Dear/Darling Daughter or Designated Driver
DC - Dear/Darling Child
DH - Dear/Darling Husband
DPO - Days past ovulation
DS - Dear/Darling Son
EDD - Estimated Due Date
ENDO - Endometriosis
ER - Emergency Room
ET - Embryo Transfer
ETA- Edited to add
EWCM - Egg White Cervical Mucus
FET - Frozen Embryo Transfer
FMU - First morning urine
FRER - First Response Early Response
FSH - Follicle Stimulating Hormone
F/U - Follow-up
FWIW- For What It’s Worth
HCG - Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
HPT - Home Pregnancy Test
IBS - Irritable Bowel Syndrome
ICSI - Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
IF - Infertility
IMO- In My Opinion
IMHO- In My Humble Opinion
IRL- In Real Life
IUI - Intra-uterine Insemination
IVF - In Vitro Fertilization
KU- Knocked Up
LAP - Laparoscopy
LH - Luteinizing Hormone
LMP - Last Menstrual Period
LO - Little one
LP - Luteal phase
LPD - Luteal Phase Defect
M/C - Miscarriage
MFI - Male Factor Infertility
MS - Morning Sickness
O - Ovulation
OB - Obstetrician
OB/GYN - Obstetrician/Gynecologist
OHSS - Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome
OP - Original Poster
OPK - Ovulation Predictor Kit
OTC - Over-the-counter
PCOS (POS) - Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
PID - Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
PMS - Premenstrual Syndrome
PNV - Prenatal vitamin
POAS - Pee On A Stick
PP- PostPartum or Previous Poster
RE - Reproductive Endocrinologist
S/A - Sperm/semen analysis
SAHM - Stay At Home Mom
SO- Significant Other
TCOYF - Taking Charge of Your Fertility (book)
TIA - Thanks in Advance
TMI - Too Much Information
TSH - Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
TTA - Trying to Avoid
TTC - Trying To Conceive
US or u/s - Ultrasound
UTI - Urinary Tract Infection
VBAC - Vaginal birth after caesarian
WBC - White Blood Cells
WWYD- What Would You Do
YI - Yeast infection

angelxxoh

Age: 21
Where you live: Daytona Beach, FL
Job: Nurse
Length of time on the board: ?
Marital Status: Engaged, getting married 12-2-2012
Length of time you've been with SO: 5 years
Do you have kids: 18 month old adopted daughter
Length of time TTC: 3.5 years
Diagnosis: PCOS
Do you chart your BBT: I haven't been, as we've been on a break but next cycle i will be.
Do you use OPKs: yes
Are you on any meds for TTC: not currently, i've been on Clomid / metformin and HCG injections.
Height: 5'6"
Weight: 206.4lbs
Goal Weight: 145lbs.
Strange fact about yourself: I OBSESS over trying to get pregnant, pregnancy, babies, etc. LOL

questionablemethods

Bump!

And my update: Just returned from my second visit with my acupuncturist. I like her a lot and I really like that my OB/GYN is completely on board.

But, I think I had too large of an afternoon snack because now I feel rather ill.

I'm on CD28 and I maaaaay have ovulated? Hard to tell on my chart since it looks like the rocky mountains. OPKs weren't much help, but it could be that I just missed the positive. Sigh.

jarrettfam

I posted on Sept 2011 but forgot last month! So here it goes!!!

Age: 32
Where you live: WV
Job: foster mom
Length of time on the board:
Marital Status: married
Length of time you've been with SO: 10 yr
Do you have kids: 2 step-children and 3 foster children
Length of time TTC: going on 8 months
Diagnosis: VR
Do you chart your BBT: no
Do you use OPKs: yes
Are you on any meds for TTC: nothing, just prenatal vit
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 272
Goal Weight: 180
Strange fact about yourself: Used to live on a 14 sq mile island!

Im still trying! I had a m/c on Sept 20. I think I was about 2 months along but the Dr. wont tell me anything! I didnt know I was preg. I had all the symptoms but didnt test b/c I had a light AF. I should have thought to because of other family members that have AF while preg! I cant say that I know what to do now b/c the Dr wasnt any help, oh well. We are trying again!! Hoping for BFP!!!

godblessourhome

bump.

melissaforster07

I feel as if I never say hello anymore....I have been reading all of your posts, but haven't had the time to stop by and say hello. Hopefully November will be better. Thinking of you all lots... and of course...sending baby dust! :-)

fitterpam

Today was bloodwork day - had my full panel done plus my pregnancy test (for the provera to jump start my cycle).....halloween was awesome, even if it did get a little raunchy. My neighbours all crowded onto the driveway and we had a big bonfire going.....somehow someone suggested vandalising our next door neighbours inukshuk (stone man)......let's just say someone gave up their undies and we had a left over cucumber and someone else grabbed the duct tape and the sparkly belt......LOL I was taking pics of the get up and they came out and we all had a good laugh.....LOL This was well after the trick or treaters (and there was no alcohol involved....LOL) Overall it was a spectacular night....good company, good fun, good candy! Happy Hallowe'en, back to the normal world tomorrow....

dexters_dexterity

did my home test this morning, could not say what that big fat says!!

then 2nd line is very light, and other line is ver clear. is this just BFN

i usually had 1-5 days late periods but this year i had 10-12 days late periods 3 earlier this the 4th time.

but i this month I think i O'd earlier though i dont use OPK OR BBT but i could feel that. according that its more than 25DPO

pinksultana

I hope it's ok for me to join? I would LOVE to be at the stage of TTC but I'm not allowed to start trying until my thyroid condition stabilises due to health risks to baby if I concieve now. Do I am working towards this very much!!!!

Age: 28
Where you live: Victoria, Australia
Job: school welfare worker
Length of time on the board: on and off for 3 years, hopefully on for good this time
Marital Status: Married - 7 years in 2 weeks!
Length of time you've been with SO:
Do you have kids: not yet
Length of time TTC: 0
Diagnosis: Poly cystic ovarian syndrome, insulin issue being looked into, hypothyroidism
Do you chart your BBT: No
Do you use OPKs: No
Are you on any meds for TTC: metformin
Height: 162cm
Weight: 125.7kg
Goal Weight: 75kg
Strange fact about yourself: I make bridal jewellery & have done 14 weddings do far

dexters_dexterity

pls let know what u guys think

fitterpam

pls let know what u guys think

If you are looking for two lines, that's definitely two lines, which is good. If, like OPKs, you're looking for the lines to be the same colour, then I'd say not quite, but you should test again in a few days, you're very early to be testing although fine). Most tests require 12DPO to test. What brand and what are you looking for?

dexters_dexterity

pls let know what u guys think

If you are looking for two lines, that's definitely two lines, which is good. If, like OPKs, you're looking for the lines to be the same colour, then I'd say not quite, but you should test again in a few days, you're very early to be testing although fine). Most tests require 12DPO to test. What brand and what are you looking for?

its SMART LIFE dBest and it says its ultra sensitive.
and it was my 2nd urine of the day, first one was very early my DH got me this kit b4 going to office

pixieofdoom

Hi all,

Sunds like a fab weekend Emily and an excellent Halloween Pam!

Dexters - definitely two lines but as Pam says, what kind of test and what do you need to see?

Welcome to the new people, good to see so many although I admit to struggling to keep up so bear with me! I was on the depo jab too and am just getting back to normal now so feel free to ask me anything if I can help. I think it's pretty different for everyone.

AFM the slight chest infection is not so slight anymore and I'm now coughing up small streaks of blood. I'm pretty sure it's just irritation in the throst from constant coughing but going to get it checked just in case. It's so frustrating as I had such great plans for getting back into my exercise program after messing around for the last few months and not taking it seriously enough. I can't even do laundry without a huge coughing fit though so I guess getting better will have to come first.

Anyone heard how Karen (Kah) is getting on?

cutmd

AFM the slight chest infection is not so slight anymore and I'm now coughing up small streaks of blood. I'm pretty sure it's just irritation in the throst from constant coughing but going to get it checked just in case. It's so frustrating as I had such great plans for getting back into my exercise program after messing around for the last few months and not taking it seriously enough. I can't even do laundry without a huge coughing fit though so I guess getting better will have to come first.

ooh, definitely take it easy and go to the doctor. Are you on antibiotics already? blood streaking usually means damage to the lungs from bronchitis or pneumonia, no more exercise for you for a while!

Dexter's, how did you find the willpower to wait a week after your period was due to test? It looks positive to me

I have been nauseous and bloated this past week with vague pelvic pains. My period is one day late but I am afraid to test. What if it's positive but turns out to be a chemical pregnancy? Will probably test tomorrow instead of when I am a week late instead because my psychotic mind is starting to think I'm definitely pregnant and I gotta nip crazy in the bud! :laugh:

LizV32

Age: 30
Where you live: Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
Job: 2nd grade teacher
Length of time on the board:
Marital Status: Married
Length of time you've been with SO:
Do you have kids: nope
Length of time TTC: 1 year 1 month
Diagnosis:
Do you chart your BBT: not consistently
Do you use OPKs: a few times, not consistently
Are you on any meds for TTC: nope
Height: 5’1.5
Weight: 203
Goal Weight: 150
Strange fact about yourself: I’m living on a 20 square mile tropical island, that is a territory of the U.S

dexters_dexterity

Hi all,

Sunds like a fab weekend Emily and an excellent Halloween Pam!

Dexters - definitely two lines but as Pam says, what kind of test and what do you need to see?

Welcome to the new people, good to see so many although I admit to struggling to keep up so bear with me! I was on the depo jab too and am just getting back to normal now so feel free to ask me anything if I can help. I think it's pretty different for everyone.

AFM the slight chest infection is not so slight anymore and I'm now coughing up small streaks of blood. I'm pretty sure it's just irritation in the throst from constant coughing but going to get it checked just in case. It's so frustrating as I had such great plans for getting back into my exercise program after messing around for the last few months and not taking it seriously enough. I can't even do laundry without a huge coughing fit though so I guess getting better will have to come first.

Anyone heard how Karen (Kah) is getting on?

thanks pam and pixieofdoom, but i couldnt understand ur query earlier its pregnancy test
going for blood test in the evening

dexters_dexterity

AFM the slight chest infection is not so slight anymore and I'm now coughing up small streaks of blood. I'm pretty sure it's just irritation in the throst from constant coughing but going to get it checked just in case. It's so frustrating as I had such great plans for getting back into my exercise program after messing around for the last few months and not taking it seriously enough. I can't even do laundry without a huge coughing fit though so I guess getting better will have to come first.

ooh, definitely take it easy and go to the doctor. Are you on antibiotics already? blood streaking usually means damage to the lungs from bronchitis or pneumonia, no more exercise for you for a while!

Dexter's, how did you find the willpower to wait a week after your period was due to test? It looks positive to me

I have been nauseous and bloated this past week with vague pelvic pains. My period is one day late but I am afraid to test. What if it's positive but turns out to be a chemical pregnancy? Will probably test tomorrow instead of when I am a week late instead because my psychotic mind is starting to think I'm definitely pregnant and I gotta nip crazy in the bud! :laugh:

well my hubby doesnt let me do it before AF is 12 days late. today its 10 days late but today morning i cried so he bring this home pregnancy test kit

jalara

Dexters!!! Congratulations! That's a BFP!!!! Yay!! I'm so excited for you!!!!!!!! :flowerforyou:

dexters_dexterity

Dexters!!! Congratulations! That's a BFP!!!! Yay!! I'm so excited for you!!!!!!!! :flowerforyou:

oh thanks jalara!i hope so

in our mother language in such situations when the other person is saying what u want to listen

"loads of sweets and butter in your mouth"

Wish me luck guys

VeganInTraining

AFM the slight chest infection is not so slight anymore and I'm now coughing up small streaks of blood. I'm pretty sure it's just irritation in the throst from constant coughing but going to get it checked just in case. It's so frustrating as I had such great plans for getting back into my exercise program after messing around for the last few months and not taking it seriously enough. I can't even do laundry without a huge coughing fit though so I guess getting better will have to come first.

ooh, definitely take it easy and go to the doctor. Are you on antibiotics already? blood streaking usually means damage to the lungs from bronchitis or pneumonia, no more exercise for you for a while!

Dexter's, how did you find the willpower to wait a week after your period was due to test? It looks positive to me

I have been nauseous and bloated this past week with vague pelvic pains. My period is one day late but I am afraid to test. What if it's positive but turns out to be a chemical pregnancy? Will probably test tomorrow instead of when I am a week late instead because my psychotic mind is starting to think I'm definitely pregnant and I gotta nip crazy in the bud! :laugh:

If I'm having even vague symptoms I'm lucky if I make it all the way to a missed period before testing. i normally end up getting the early ones and testing like 4 or 5 days before then going "well it's negative but it could be false because I took it so early"...why do I torture myself?!

Dex: CONTRATULATIONS! I can't wait to hear what the blood work says, but that definitely looks positive to me!

AFM: I am expecting to be late because I was last month and there are no signs that AF is on her way. THIS month I will not test early! Especially because we were trying to prevent (though inconsistantly) This weekend we didn't try to prevent at all because I am supposed to start this week, but I don't know if/when I O'd so who freakin knows?

The other day hubby asked if I could even have kids. I was like "holy crap, we've only been trying for like 4 months" But I bet that his bro's girl getting preggo when they weren't even trying got to him. I am less convinced that I had a miscarriage/CP a couple months ago because of how my cycle is so abnormal. Nancy (Pantera) told me not to stress out about it though because sometimes it takes time. just because my sister gets preggo from thinking about having a babie doesn't mean I will! I know God has a plan and I can't help but think that the reason I haven't gotten pregnant yet is because He knew I would need surgery, so we'll see what happens in December!

VeganInTraining

Today was bloodwork day - had my full panel done plus my pregnancy test (for the provera to jump start my cycle).....halloween was awesome, even if it did get a little raunchy. My neighbours all crowded onto the driveway and we had a big bonfire going.....somehow someone suggested vandalising our next door neighbours inukshuk (stone man)......let's just say someone gave up their undies and we had a left over cucumber and someone else grabbed the duct tape and the sparkly belt......LOL I was taking pics of the get up and they came out and we all had a good laugh.....LOL This was well after the trick or treaters (and there was no alcohol involved....LOL) Overall it was a spectacular night....good company, good fun, good candy! Happy Hallowe'en, back to the normal world tomorrow....

LOL sounds like fun!

pixieofdoom

Congrats and good luck Dexters!

I've just been put on antibiotics and told not to exercise for at least a few days :-(

abeare

Bump, so that I can stalk this thread!

Oh & I saw a pic of a BFP, congrats Dexters!

kah78

Hey all--life is crazy busy--but instead of just stalking two boards, I thought I'd pop in and say hi since someone asked! (Awww, thanks.) Tomorrow is our sonogram--here's hoping everything looks good! Keep the fingers and toes and all other crossable parts crossed! We've told our parents and some siblings and a few friends who were part of our support system on this fertility roller-coaster, but we'll probably keep it hush hush for a while longer from the larger population. I'm dealing with some not-so fun early pregnancy symptoms--nothing horrid, just not much fun chasing an almost-3 year old. But no spotting, and I'm determined that I"m not going to complain--I have too much to be grateful for. As my husband puts it "I'm sorry you have to go through this, but I"m glad you are."

I'll let you all know how the sono goes tomorrow...I'm so excited and yet very very anxious...as if that helps!

RisOnTheRun

Dexters- Looks like a BFP to me! From what I've read all you need is a faint line--you can't have any line unless you have the pregnancy hormone. Good luck with the blood test!

cutmd- If you're going to drive yourself crazy to wait week, I don't think it can hurt to test tomorrow and hope for no CP.

AFM- Still waiting for everything to get back to normal after coming off BC. I'm a week "late" (though it's been so long since I've had a normal cycle I'm not sure how close to 28 days I'll be), but I took a test this morning and still nothing (not a bit shock after the first 5 tests came back negative :blushing: ).

McFatterton

Bump

And congrats Dexter - that's DEFINITELY a BFP!!!!

Pokee1

Congrats Dexter! I'd be jumping for joy if I got that test result! Woo hoo! Feeling good baby vibes on the November thread already!

questionablemethods

Congrats Dexters!

Here I am excited because I'm on CD29 and feeling vague premenstrual cramping like maybe I'm actually going to have a normal-length cycle. Having a 29 or 30 day cycle would certainly be nice because it is going to drive me crazy if I have to wait through a 40+day cycle all the time.

AnneElise

bump

MrsFelton2010

Bump for later