The Official TTC for 6 Months or More Thread

[monkeyprincess]

Jgator, Wondfos take awhile too darken up. Too bad you don't have FRERs because they show progression much better. Friday will be here soon though! Grow, baby, grow!

 

[JGator]

MP, thanks for reassurance of darkening of wondfos.

Here is today's wondfo progression photo - last one bottom is this AM - 13 DPO.

 

[amc80]

MP, thanks for reassurance of darkening of wondfos. Here is today's wondfo progression photo - last one bottom is this AM - 13 DPO.

I think that's a nice progression. Those tests take forever to get really dark. I don't think I got a dark line until I was at least like 21dpo or so.

 

[monkeyprincess]

Yup, I agree with amc. With this pregnancy, my FRERs were as dark as the control by about 15dpo, but wondfos took several days to catch up, and I was dealing with higher than average betas. With Ev, I don't even think my wondfos were showing a line at all at 14dpo. I trust FRERs much more than wondfos for progression, although I know it's not a good idea to trust the FRER either. Crossing everything for you!

 

[JGator]

Thanks, AMC and MP. Knock me on the head and tell me a Line is a Line already!

 

[royalasscherlover]

jgator, good luck tomorrow. Sending sticky dust your way.

mp and avia, thanks for your reassurance. I think the part about anything else wrong being fixable is a very good perspective and one I will try to hang on to. My RE did agree to do tests for clotting and immune factors, so hopefully we're on the right path.

 

[JGator]

SB, I totally agree with MP and Avia. You should be able to fix whatever is wrong and you have 6 beautiful embies waiting. Do you live anywhere near Braverman (Long Island) or Kwak Kim (Chicago)? I think those are 2 of the RI specialists I hear about a lot on Resolve. That's great that your RE is on board to do testing for clotting and immune conditions. Also, I think Braverman will do some things remotely working with your RE. I hope your test results turn up fine though. Good luck. I am rooting for you, and I know it's only a matter of time for you.

AFM, had my bloodwork this AM. First time I actually went in for a beta since I usually get AF before the 14 DPO mark. They said they will call with the results between 1 and 5pm. So, fingers crossed that step 1 is okay. Then, we'll go from there.

 

[monkeyprincess]

JGator, I'll be checking back in with you later. Wishing you all the best. Any darker lines on your Wondfos yet to give you some more reassurance? I must say you are mch more patient than I am, with both of my recent BFPs, I was ordering FRERs every other day on Amazaon for a week or two. So ridiculous

 

[JGator]

MP, thanks for checking in. I'm trying to use up by wondfos first, and then will move on to the FRERs. I use about 6/day so should be out soon enough! I usually only use the OPKs. I don't know why I tested this early this time! Here is the latest wondfo snapshot.

 

[Bella_mezzo]

JGator, I just saw this!!!!! A line is a line!!!! So excited for you

 

[BrightSpot]

JGator!!!! I hadn't checked on you ladies in a few days & am over the moon to see those beautiful lines!!
The progression looks great & you got a very early bfp (10dpo?) & not even a squinter at that. I'm so thrilled for you & sending a truckload
of healthy sticky dust your way. Can't wait to hear your beta! Such wonderful news.

Also thanks for your note to me on the other thread. I will try to respond soon but your internet intuition was correct.

SB, that's great that your 6 embies tested normal. I hear you on being concerned about what else might be wrong, but I agree with the others that if your embies are healthy, other issues can be overcome. I'm glad you're being tested for clotting & immunological issues.
Cheering you on like crazy!

Bella, hoping you don't need to break out the clomid, but it's good to have as a backup.

Ksmom, I'm so very sorry for your losses.

Avia, I hope you find a doc who can help with your immunology concerns too.

Cheering the rest of you on!

 

[JGator]

Hi, Bright and Bella . Great to see you both!

AFM, I got the call just now and my first beta is 148. So, I think that's pretty good. I'm still going to worry, and my next beta appts will be Monday and then Wednesday. The nurse asked me if I cheated and tested early - I said "of course". She said, "I know you so well" Yeah, right! Have a great weekend all. I will try to stay warm - it's cold out here and hopefully the time will fly by until the next beta!

 

[monkeyprincess]

Yeah, I came back to check in just in time. JGator, that's an awesome first beta! Sending you all sorts of good thoughts, prayers and sticky dust! I'm so excited for you!!!

 

[BrightSpot]

Great beta, Jgator!! Have a wonderful weekend, stay warm & grow, baby, grow!

 

[Loves Vintage]

Congrats JGator! Thinking doubling thoughts for you!!

 

[JGator]

MP, Bright, and LV - thanks for checking in! It is nice to have my own cheerleading squad!

AFM, I coudn't sleep Saturday night - woke up at 345am to pee. I couldn't fall asleep again so ended up watching tv till 6am, and then going back to sleep. I was able to sleep better last night. But, I felt anxious yesterday as the lines weren't that dark on the wondfos. Today, they darkened up though. Just hoping the beta doubles appropriately. It was 148 on Friday - so am I looking for about 450 today since it will be 72 hours? Wish me luck - should hear about 2pm EST if my nurse is feeling like calling on time today!

 

[Loves Vintage]

Sorry you had trouble sleeping, JGator. That's a nice progression. Hope you receive a very positive call from your nurse soon!!!

 

[JGator]

Beta is 598!!!! TSH 2.17. Both good for now. Huge relief. I was so nervous when the nurse called. Next Beta is Wednesday. Thanks for all the well wishes. I am cautiously optimistic!! One milestone at a time.

 

[Loves Vintage]

Awesome!! Wow!! This is such great news, JGator!! I am so happy for you!!

 

[monkeyprincess]

That's so great, JGator! I saw your progression earlier and was going to say that I thought it looked like your numbers were going up like they should based on how dark the line is getting, but I wanted to wait until you got the official word. Yay! I know it's still early, but at least all the news you've gotten is good so far. Feeling optimistic for you!!!

 

[Sha]

Congrats Jcgator!!

 

[Dandi]

Congratulations JGator!! So so happy for you!!!

 

[monkeyprincess]

Thinking of you, JGator, and hoping for great numbers again today!

 

[JGator]

Just got the call - more good news! Beta is 1,312 now at 19 DP IUI. 48 hours prior it was 598. The next step is an ultrasound on 3/10....that's 13 days from now! How will I survive till then?? The beta doubling rate was 35.7 and now it's 42.3, but I think they say it should slow down so hopefully that's okay. I was a nervous wreck starting at 2pm today in anticipation of this call. I can breathe a sigh of relief now. Thanks for all your support. I feel like I am a thread hog. Is anyone else out there with updates??? LC, Avia, SB, RT??

And, thanks and hi to LV, MP, Sha, and Dandi for checking in and cheering me on!

 

[monkeyprincess]

JGator, wonderful! I agree that I think it's pretty normal for doubling times to slow down a bit the higher it goes, and you're still well under the 48 hours. I'm pretty sure if you look at doubling times on betabase, it shows that exact same phenomenon. I hope the next couple of weeks pass quickly for you because I know what an anxious time it is. Sending good thoughts and prayers!

Thoughts and prayers for the rest of you ladies as well!

 

[BrightSpot]

Such wonderful news Jgator!! That's a great progression & really strong numbers.
I hope you're sleeping better & are a bit more relaxed as you await your u/s. (I know how that goes, though!) Continued sticky dust coming your way.

 

[Laila619]

Great beta, JGator!! So happy for you! Do you think it could be twins? You had 3 or 4 follies, right?

 

[JGator]

MP, thanks for talking me off the ledge with the betabase information on doubling times.

Bright, I am sleeping better except for my DH's snoring. I did sleep in our spare room once this week to avoid the snoring. Hope you are getting some sleep - it is a valuable commodity. Thanks for the dust, I can use it.

Laila, you know the thought did cross my mind. There were 5 follies which is the most I have ever had. I think my numbers are a little below average on betabase for twins, though. And, a bit above average for singletons, too, though. So, I guess we'll see on 3/10!!! 13 days away......I need a vacation/distraction BIG TIME!!!

AFM, now I'm worried about my TSH/thyroid. I can't get an endocrinologist appt for at least a month, and my RE won't prescribe thyryoid meds. My TSH was 2.17 on Monday, and I think some docs like to keep it under 2 or 2.5 in pregnancy. I'm just worried it's going up, and and no one is monitoring it. Always something. I need to start my yoga/breathing again. Anxious day, but I am thrilled to have a good result on the beta so far.

 

[aviastar]

Excellent news, J! So happy for you!

And thanks for checking in; I have an appointment I am pretty excited for in a week. Hopefully I will have some progress to report at that point!

 

[random_thought]

No updates from me, just enjoying my stress free lack of ttc

I still read this thread from time to time though and how exciting! Congrats Jgator!!!