Fit for Future Families - February 2011

Welcome time2move!

Erica did you test again this morning or pat hubby on the back as he went off to his appt? At least you know it won't be painful...maybe just for his ego! lol! My DH was lucky enough to be able to get his "sample" at home and then take it right up to the hospital since we only live 3 minutes away.

I've decided for sure I'm not going to test until March 1st. That is the logical thing to do. But then again logic seems to have left the building about a week ago! I'm still waiting to hear back about my blood work. It is a little irritating that it takes several days to hear back. I definitely hope to hear back something by Friday at the latest. If not then I'm going to break the rule that we aren't allowed to call and ask for results! I will be THAT patient! lol!

Hope you ladies have a great day! Oh...I'm getting a massage this afternoon to try and let go of some of this stress. Hopefully it does the trick!

I'm glad no one took me up on that bet. My temp didn't change from yesterday. But another BFN this morning. I'm going to blame the high amounts of progesterone this cycle. I just can't imagine that if I were in fact pregnant why I'd be getting negative tests on ultra-sensitive tests. DH decided not to go to the appointment since there is that slight possibility. And he had a rough night. I think he woke up 4 or 5 times for various reasons. Which means I woke up 4 or 5 times. I'm sleepy now!

Welcome, time2move.

Heather, that sounds like a good plan, but we won't look down on you if you cave and test again.

Sorry to hear about your dad, Andrea. It's very stressful when your parent is sick and in pain. I'm glad they caught everything before he had a heart attack. Both of my grandfathers had bypass surgeries. One lived another 15 years (he died of something entirely unrelated) and the other is still kicking 20 years later. And with the advances they've made, things are even better now. I'll be thinking about all of you!

Karen – the first time I was on Clomid it didn’t work for me the first time I was on it. They had to bump me up to 100mg instead of 50mg. But if you can get them to change you to the Femara, I would try that. It isn’t supposed to be as harmful as the Clomid.

Heather – it is okay to pee on a stick…if that helps you get through the day, then who is it hurting. Especially since you knew it was way too early and there was no way it would be positive.

History – have you tested yet? FC for you!!!

Welcome time2move!

Erica – Your temps have not dropped and AF is still not here, so you still have a chance. FC for you all day. What is the longest that your cycle has been? If this is it, I would call the doctor. Maybe they will go ahead and do a blood test.

Andrea – this is exactly what happened to my mom in August. She was just going in for a normal check –up and they rushed her straight to the hospital and did a double bypass. She had a 99% blockage in one of her arteries. I am amazed she didn’t have a heart attack. He will get through this. I will be praying for him.

AFM – I woke this morning and my temp had dropped quite a bit so I had decided not to test. But when I did decide to get up and pee and did test, I think it is kind of like an addiction. Well I tested and it was BFP!!!!!! I can’t believe it. Actually I won’t until the doctor confirms it. It wasn't as dark so I am not 100% sure yet. I go this afternoon for a blood test and then again on Friday and then a week later. What scares me the most is that they told me my lining was thin when I went for my last u/s. I have read where this can lead to a miscarriage. I don’t know if I can handle that. I had just about talked DH into some counseling b/c I was convinced it didn’t happen this month. Heather, you are a lot stronger than I am.

I will send my leftover baby dust to you all. I will let you know what the doctor says as soon as I do. I haven’t even told DH. Tomorrow is his birthday so I plan on giving him the onsie tonight. He will think that it is an early b’day present.

That's awesome Katie!!! It's so exciting to hear someone actually got a positive:0) Keep us updated.

AFM: I'm behind, been dealing with AF. I wonder how long my cycles really are. So far 51 and 26. 51 was from when I went off the pill. This month will at least give me some idea.

I will catch up later when I can actually think straight. Hope everyone id having a good day.

PS: I did not know that about soy! Is almond milk ok?

Well, back in the swing of things.
(From way earlier!) Nicole, my SIL and family are looking in the Charlotte area. I was born in Charlotte and lived in Mathews until I was 3, then we moved here to Michigan. So, I don't remember much but my mom says that it was her favorite place (dad was in the air force so she lived in many places), minus the ice storms. My SIL is having a rough time finding a house and good schools.

Erica, my fingers are still crossed for you! Sorry to hear you and DH had a rough night. I think a good nap is in order.

Heather, stay strong! Monday is right around the corner (I know easier said than done). Enjoy your massage.

Andrea, I'm so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure he will be ok, but I do hope this helps him to realize what he means to you and your mom and that it's time to take care of himself. My dad is type 2 diabetic also. I'm really glad they caught it early.

Pam, enjoy your massage! mmm chocolate. You just reminded me that I bought a facial on Groupon and I have to schedule an appointment.

Katie!!!! YAY!!!! I'm so happy for you! Take it easy. What a great birthday present! (my mom's birthday is tomorrow too):happy:

Ashley, my fingers are still crossed for you! Keep up the good work, keep your mind busy (or clear it out with some relaxing yoga) :flowerforyou:

nkster, I really hope AF starts to regulate for you. I know exactly where you are coming from. It took me 11 months after bc to get AF and now I have had 4 cycles and I'm still waiting for some sing that thy are regulating. I'm right there with you. Best wishes.

AFM, I back from my extended weekend at the in-laws. We ended up staying up until Tuesday around 12noon to avoid traffic and terrible road conditions. I'm really glad we waited, because even after waiting there were still numerous accidents and spinouts! I really did not want to go into work today! :ohwell:
DH is out and about getting a laminate floor for our house. (yay, another project) It's a very nice dark cherry. I'm really excited. We are going to start installing this weekend. Ugh, I have no idea where we are going to put the furniture...
Eating was out of control this weekend! My MIL makes sure everyone has way too much to eat. LOL It was fun, but now its time to get back to reality.
Last night, I decided to do a double Zumba class as a welcome home present for myself. I just barely made it to the end of the second hour, but I did it. I can always tell when I haven't been at it for a few days. Time to get back in the grove!
Lilly Update: My sister met with the lawyer again on Tuesday and they reviewed and signed the final paperwork for the emergency custody order. While she was there Lilly's (so called) father called. She put him on speakerphone and let the lawyer hear the conversation. :laugh: He was doing his usual verbal abuse and the lawyer gladly took notes. She also was writing on sticky notes questions that she wanted my sister to ask him. Perfect!! So the notes went directly in the file that was sitting on the judge's desk this morning. We are still waiting to hear from the judge today with the ruling. If she gets this court order she can finally get the police involved!

Hooray, Katie! KMFX that this sticks and you have a little pumpkin baby!!!

To answer whoever asked, I'm on CD 31, 15 dpo. I had one cycle that had a 16-day lp, but it was only a 30 day cycle. I average a 13-14 day lp. I will probably wait until Monday to call my doctor if AF doesn't show or I don't get a BFP. I'm definitely bloated. That's not a typical PMS sign for me. :noway:

Kim, I'm glad things are moving to get your niece back to your sister!

Ashley, for temps to be accurate, they really have to be taken at the exact same time of day, every single day, give or take 15 minutes. A two-hour timeframe could definitely be messing with your temps, but so could the shots they gave you.

Pam, we live 25-35 minutes from the lab, so he can't do it at home. He's probably going to have to go to his dad's and do it there. It sounds like they don't have good facilities at the hospital for it as the direction sheet basically said, "Do it at home and get the sample here in 30 minutes!" They'll only take them between 8-10 am, too. Very annoying.

Andrea, glad your dad is in recovery and you get brother time!

Thanks everyone for all the well wishes! The doctors office didn't give very much info today, they want to wait until my blood work comes back tomorrow. The good thing about going to the RE is that I will get an u/s at 6 weeks. DH had the funniest look on his face when he opened the onsie. He looked so confused so I blurted out, I'm pregnant! He thought I was joking and then he said "I told you so." I asked him if he was excited and he said he was scared to death. I will update you guys as soon as I find out from the doctor.

FC for the rest of you!

Andrea - glad to hear your dad is in recovery!

Well my temp dropped and then AF showed. Now it's on to deciding if this next cycle will be medicated or if I want to wait for the SA results. I have less than two months until my 32nd birthday and I really want to be at/under 130 by then (or pregnant, of course). So it should be a busy couple of months.

Erica - Sorry to hear AF showed up...curse her for going longer than normal

Well I think I may have spoke too soon. My temp dropped below coverline today and so I decided to test again and it was BFN, twice It is so weird b/c I took 2 test yesterday and BFP. Who knows. I guess I will have to wait until the doctor calls but I think I was one of those few who got a false positive.

Has anyone taken Prometrium before? The past 2 nights when I've gone to bed I've had the worse muscle aches, especially down my legs. Last night I was laying in bed and I felt very pukey. Ahhh the wonderful world of being a woman and ttc.

Oh Katie, I'm sorry. It could have been a chemical pregnancy. The little egg just doesn't stick. But hopefully your bloodwork will give you some answers and your temps go back up and your get another BFP. You could just have less HCG in your urine today than you did yesterday. Stranger things have happened.

Heather, I've never taken prometrium. I have friends who have, but I've never seen that as a side effect. More water? It's sleeting here, so you have that to look forward to.

Ashley, I cramp all throughout the 2ww. It could be due to having more progesterone in your system after the boosted egg. I wouldn't worry about it.