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[lliang_chi]

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Katy, I'm so sorry! I hope you and your DH are doing OK. Take care of yourself and you're going to get there! Hugs, my friend! You're in my thoughts.

Monkey, yes retail therapy was pretty naughty of me, but I haven't gone shopping for like 2 yrs so I think it was OK. We hit outlets and I got some pretty rippin' deals on stuff. And watch Murphy's law will hit and I won't be able to wear anything now. But I'm not going to complain if that's the case. Plus I can always give the clothes to my sis.

Lizzy, sending you happy sticky vibes

Sis is on a week long business trip to Croatia (SO JEALOUS!) But I hope this means that I can work out at the gym now. I'm planning on hitting it today after work since DH is home with the dog today! Score out of doggie duty!!! Not much else going on here. CD12, not expecting to O until CD30 or so. Unless Acupuncture totally helps, but not holding my breath for this cycle. Actually it'd work out better if I still O later since DH is laid up and has no interest in BDing. It's funny we actually have a Pillow Wall because he needs to keep himself from rolling on his right side. So I feel like an 8 yr old with a pillow wall in defense of boy-cooties.

~LC

 

[lizzyann]

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Katy, I was just popping my head in quickly and saw your post. I am so sorry. It is very deflating to have something like that happen (unfortunately I know the feeling). You go from being super excited to feeling like you are at a standstill. Once the Dr. confirms it is a miscarriage, you'll be able to start moving on. Because you are so early, I am hoping your doctor will let you try again right away. Please ask about taking baby aspirin as well as that has been known to help pregnancies. Again, I am so sorry. I know what you are going thru and if you have any other questions or need a virtual shoulder to cry on, we are all here for you. Sorry lady.

I will write more later...

 

[NewEnglandLady]

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Katy, I was really hoping the cramping wouldn't get heavier, but it sounds like it is and I can't think of anything to say except that I'm very, very sorry. My heart goes out to you.

I have a lot of catching up to do, I've been a little MIA:

LC, what's wrong with the hubs?? Glad you got some retail therapy in--I did the exact same thing this weekend (outlet mall). I'm usually not a shopper, but I seriously needed clothes. If I jinxed myself, I'm perfectly okay with that

I also had to laugh at your hypothetical officery color discussion with DH. When it comes to choosing a color, I think it's best to just do what you want and I have no doubt your DH will say "looks great, hon". That's how it is in our house, at least.

MP, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that you'll get a smiley in the next couple of days. I also understand about the whole job issue--I thought I was content with staying for 9 months when I got my promotion a couple of months ago, but with the promotion came some other opportunities that headhunters have passed my way. I've said no so far, but it's hard. I feel like either way, something is being put on hold. Either TTC or what could be some good opportunities. I've found that juggling TTC with the best options for my career is hard! Anyway, just wanted to say that I feel your pain.

Brown, it's great to have somebody to cheer on in the TWW! Your timing is fantastic and I'll be checking in for any updates from you late this week!

sba, I really hope that your body is becoming more regular with shorter cycles. You're right about making every cycle count. When your cycles are long and/or irregular, targeting O feels really critical! I'm glad you're doing OPKs and the charting--I did the exact same thing last cycle (charting only), but quickly decided that this cycle I wanted my OPKs, too. I'm glad you're keeping the appt. with the doc to talk about options.

BB--it's good to see you around these parts So sorry you've been sick, but i hope you start feeling better!

Ally, hope you enjoyed that extra hour of sleep over the weekend I laughed when I read about you waking up to temp, then going back to sleep. I do the same on weekends, I don't even have to set an alarm, I seem to have an internal temping clock!

AFM, 11DP0, not expecting to O until June. D is out around June 10th, so I'm hoping I O before then. Timing of business trips/vacation can tricky when TTC! The good news is that D seems much less reserved about TTC this month. I knew that D would be the type to ease into TTC (remember the emergency condom?) but after last cycle's BFN, he's much more ready this time. At least so far he's enthusiastic

 

[brown_eyes]

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Katy - I'm so sorry you are going through this. My heart sank when I read your post.

 

[curiousaboutdiamonds]

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Sorry for the drive by posting earlier. Now time to catch up:

Katy: I'm so sorry

LC: No shopping for 2 years?! You have great discipline! Glad you got some great deals. Retail therapy is the best! And what a lucky sister you have. Hope she has a fun and safe business trip! I hope your cycle be shorter than last time and DH will feel better in time for BD'ing. Are you doing another accupuncture session? I'm on CD10 and not much going on either. Just waiting ...

MP: Come on smiley! Hope you get it soon! Fingers crossed that you get that BFP this month. It really is difficult to put off TTC when all you want is a baby.

NEL: ETA: Our bodies just KNOW to wake us so we can temp. Hehe. I'm hoping you O before your DH leaves. The waiting to O game is oh so fun. Not!!!

Brown: Great BD timing! Hope you're next on the BFP train! When are you planning on testing? Happy belated anniversary! And yay for another trip!

SBA: Boo for the arrival of AF but now you get to have fresh new start. Hope the doc can give you more opportunities to get that BFP!

Sorry if I missed anyone.

AFM: DD and DH are sick I don't know if I'm coming down with something too bc my temp was 98 this morning. It's usually in the low 97's. Might just be a fluke. Haven't had any fertile CM and OPKs are definitely negative. Nothing much going on.

 

[lizzyann]

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Ally, sorry everyone is sick in your house. I hope your not next sister!

NE, I hope your DH is not traveling during your O next month. How long is he gone for? I usually try to get in some BD"ing right before my DH leaves for a trip to be on the safe side!

Katy, stay strong my friend. I usually try to tell myself that something just wasn't right with the pregnancy whether it be implantation or the genetics and best to let nature take it's course. I know it just plain sucks, but good news is that you DID get pregnant. It is possible and you will be again soon. Hugs to you.

LC, your poor DH! I hope he is ok! And I certainly hope he is feeling better when it is O time. Glad to hear you got some shopping in? What did you get?

Monkey, what's up with your current job? Is it the work or the people driving you nuts? I ask because I know you mentioned putting off TTC to look for another job. One thing I will tell you is that once you get pregnant, your whole perspective changes. When I was pregnant with my DS, things just rolled right off of me at work. I just kept thinking to myself "it ain't worth it, I've got a baby in my belly now, and that's all that matters". It truly changes everything and keeps you in perspective especially when it pertains to unhappy people at work. I also found it cheerful when someone would be acting so rudely at work to me and I would just be thinking "I know something you don't know" in regards to my pregnancy. I certainly am not in your shoes but I just wanted to let you know how I felt in a job that I didn't truly love while I was pregnant. I also knew that after I had my DS, it was going to be up to me as to whether or not I wanted to be a SAHM or find another job after maternity leave, so that changes things also. Good Luck and I hope this is your cycle!

Brown, you are off to a great start! You and your DH did an awesome job BD'ing at all the right times!!!! Dust for you! When will you test?

Sba, sorry about AF. I think you are going to feel so much more in control this cycle using the OPK"s. Good luck at your appt and keep us posted!

Dreamer, you and LC can keep doing those eagle poses and modified eagle poses for me. They have treated me good so far! Thanks so much! You are getting so close now to Baby #2's arrival, are you ready??!!


AFM, I've had a busy day getting blood work done and bringing my DS to an appt. But I got my first beta back and it is encouraging. It was a 98 at 14dpo. The RE nurse said it was a great start and wants me to continue the prenatals, progesterone, and baby aspirin. I go back on Friday for another beta to be drawn. I have every finger and toe crossed! I hope this is it ladies!

 

[Dreamer_D]

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Oh Katy I am sorry. There is a bit of a curse to these early pregnancy tests we have these days. Very early losses like you have had are so common, something like 80% of conceptions end before *most* women even know they are pregnant, just because of the complicated process of the early development of the fertilized egg! With our charting and early testing, it just makes it so much more likely that we will catch one of those early pregnancies that was just never meant to be. Take care and take heart that you will be pregnant again as soon as you are ready and nature cooperates! HUGS!

 

[monkeyprincess]

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Katy, thinking of you. I don’t know if it is any comfort to you right now, but anecdotally, both my sister and SIL and also my best friend miscarried their first pregnancies only to become pregnant again very quickly with healthy babies. I hope that when you are physically and emotionally ready to try again, you don’t have to wait long for a BFP.

Lizzy, I’m so glad to hear your numbers are off to a good start this time. I’ll be thinking of you and hoping you get more good news on Friday. Hopefully these early weeks will fly by for you. As for my job, where do I start? It’s a variety of factors (long hours, politics, stress), but I think the overarching problem is that the partner who I do most of my work for is a really difficult person. I’ve never had a problem getting along with people, and my previous employers have always been really happy with me and my work, so I’m really dumbfounded. She has a reputation for not playing well with others, so I know it is not just me, but that somehow doesn’t make it any easier to deal with and she has soured me on the whole firm. Ultimately, this is just not a good fit, and I will be looking elsewhere. The question is whether I can put up with it long enough to have a baby first. Or if I can’t, whether we are able to deal with the consequences of me being pregnant and looking for a new job. What you said makes a lot of sense though. I think the fact that I’m not getting pregnant as quickly as I would like is magnifying my unhappiness at work, and if knew I had a baby on the way, I could better deal with my situation. My husband thinks I might be more unhappy if we stop TTC. I'm torn. Sorry, that was a long answer to your question.

NEL, crossing my fingers that you O early this cycle and don’t have to worry about the timing of your husband’s trip. I’m happy that he seems to be on board with the TTC now. I have a feeling you are going to get your BFP soon!

Ally, hope you manage to stay healthy (and your daughter and husband feel better soon) and that your temp spike was just a fluke.

LC, too funny about the wall of pillows. Hopefully, he’ll be feeling better just in time for you to O. The idea that I might need to load up on maternity clothes soon has helped me avoid shopping, but you might be on to something with your Murphy’s law theory. Hmm…

 

[KatyWI]

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Aw man, you are all seriously what a girl needs. My beta came back at under 5, so basically this pregnancy must have been over almost as soon as it began. The midwife I spoke to today kinda annoyed me though... she suggested it might have been a blighted ovum - that it was just an egg that pretended like it was going be a baby all by itself? What, like a hysterical pregnancy? Ahaha. I wanted to ask obnoxious questions, but I figure I'll call tomorrow and talk to someone else. Like.. what are the odds that I would avoid hormonal BC my entire life, use condoms (fairly) religiously and always in a safe manner, and then I would try for several months to get pregnant and my positive pregnancy test WASN'T a result of sperm meeting egg??? That would be a damn huge coincidence. She did also suggest that the sperm and egg could have met but not implanted, which I will definitely give her as a possibility. She also said that I shouldn't try next month but I could try the month after that - and I'm going to call tomorrow and demand to know why, like Lizzy does!! Ahaha! If it's a dating thing, eff it, I do the OPK thing so I know when I O, screw their dating! If there really is no medical reason to wait I DON'T WANNA. I'll also ask about the baby asprin then.

Enough about me! I'm a little sad still, but the worst of it is over for me. I was pretty realistic about the chances of M/C so I'm sad but okay. I just hope my little baybee is not too far away

Lizzy - oh, my friend!!! I am so excited to hear about your good numbers! I hope that the reason my bean didn't stick is because all of the dust got magically transported to you!! Looking forward to your next update. It's a hard common experience to share, but it is nice to be able to share it, and not feel so very alone. None of my friends who have gotten pregnant recently have gone through it, and it stings a little. Thank you for your kind words.

LC - Thank you so much for thinking of me. And ooooh, a shopping spree!! What do you mean by "show and tell"?? Do you mean that you try a bunch of stuff on together? It must be so cool having a twin!! I hope Murphy's Law kicks in quickly... hahaha, you can always wear the clothes later And I loved your DH paint color story too... Mine will actually offer opinions on different shades, but normally if i say "how about this one?" he'll just say yes, because as long as it doesn't offend him, he doesn't really care! And your sis is in CROATIA?! I hear it's beautiful, she must have a cool job!

monkey - Thank you thank you thank you for all your words today. I hope you get in a ton of BDing over the next week and jet off to preggo-land!! It's so tough to have a job where you're not happy - I've totally been there. I do think you should wait until after this cycle to decide, but I totally agree with everyone who thinks that if you know the job is temporary, it's easier to stick it out so hang in there!! If it is really messing with your head though, you have to do what's good for you. You could always start looking, right? And then let the chips fall as they may

NEL - You are a sweetheart, thank you for your thoughts. I love that your kinda-reluctant DH is coming around to all the fun aspects of TTC with the appropriate enthusiasm! I hope that you O before he leaves on his trip, it would be no fair if you missed the window. I'll have stuff crossed!

ally - Thank you, doll. I hope you don't get the sickness too! Sometimes I skip out on the illnesses when DH gets them, so let's count on your super-strong immune system!! I forget how long you've been waiting to O, but I hope you do, soon! Lizzy is going to need some company over in the preggo thread!

brown - Thank you, too, for your sweet sentiments. How exciting that you managed to knock boots with the DH so often at the right time!! Hopefully this is your cycle!! And a trip to CO immediately following a fab anniversary weekend?? You go, girl! I've wanted to see CO for a while, and my BFF is moving there soon, so hopefully I'll get there one of these days. You make sure to keep us posted, ya hear?!?! Just because my bean didn't stick doesn't mean the BFPs are allowed to stop rollin' on in!

I LOVE YOU ALL.

 

[KatyWI]

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Ok, I totally want to add that the hysterical pregnancy/egg wanted to pretend it was pregnant all on it's own was basically DIRECT FROM THE MIDWIFE. And having googled blighted ovum, it seems it was likely chromosomal abnormalities and not a crazy eggie!!! So that makes me feel a little less weird and a little less excited about the midwife I talked to... so hopefully when I call tomorrow I'll get someone sane.

The silver lining in all this, for me anyway, is that I was always scared I wouldn't be able to GET pregnant in the first place - it seems like a more surmountable obstacle to just have to figure out how to STAY pregnant. Hoping for better luck next time.

And that is all the word vomit I will spew today!!

 

[lizzyann]

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Monkey, I think you hit the nail on the head when you said that if you were pregnant, you could better deal with work issues. This is exactly what I was trying to express to you. Don't give up yet! I also agree with your DH that if you stop TTC it could make you more unhappy with your current situation. I feel that if you keep TTC, it will give you hope to get thru each day at work. Because you will know that you WILL get pregnant very soon and then you can say peace out! Maybe the compromise is to keep TTC and start looking for other work options. I think you will then feel proactive and not feel as down in the dumps about the current situation. Thinking of you sweetie....

Katy, wow that midwife's description of blighted ovum was a little off. I think she was trying to dumb it down or something but instead she just looked a little ! Blighted ovums are very common for early miscarriages or chemical pregnancies. Technically, they classify them as chemical pregnancy this early on. Honestly, I don't like to get caught up in the "label" because either way it is a loss that you need to grieve. The woman's body is amazing in that it can sense if there is an abnormal gene or mutation and just stops growing. I'm not sure what she meant by "pretending to be a baby all by itself". That sounds very lame. Point blank, sperm and egg met (unless it was immaculate conception!!), it did implant (my RE told me that you will not produce HCG until it implants), you were pregnant, and for whatever reason it ended. The good news is that your beta is under 5 and the bleeding has begun. At least you don't have to go thru the "what if's". What if it is ectopic? What if it is still viable? etc etc. At least this isn't going to draw on for weeks! I am certainly not a doctor, but I do have a lot of experience in this kind of thing unfortunately. I've been seeing an RE now for awhile and I feel pretty educated about this stuff. I think that there is no reason to wait a cycle. Your levels are less than 5. The "standard" answer is to wait a month. I think it is due to dating and possibly due to the fact that there is a chance you won't ovulate. So they don't want you to get your hopes up. One of the cycles after I went thru this, I had an LH surge on my OPK, but when my RE looked at my ovaries, she could tell that I never even ovulated. So it does happen, but I would definitely probe some more to see if they have any other reasons for you to wait. I could see if you were further along, but you weren't. Definitely make a list of all of your questions. Definitely ask about baby aspirin. It might be early to ask about progesterone supplements, but you could do a little research on it if you wanted to. Focus on the good - you GOT pregnant! You will get pregnant again! Sometimes people say that the body learns from a loss and the next time around your body is ready for baby to stay on board! We are all here for you!

 

[charbie]

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Katy: im so sorry you're going through this. Having been there before, I do have to say you're totally right about focusing on the fact that you CAN get pregnant. Dont let that MW make you feel like your BFP was any less significant bc it may have been a blighted ovum or chemical pg. Her description sucks. I do have to say that since the m/c happened all on its own, that's a big plus for you. I think that lady is a crock saying you should wait, especially bc your betas unfortunately never got high in the first place. In all honesty, many woman never would have even known they were pregnant in these circumstances. After my d&c last year, my doctor told me to be in my merry baby making way as soon as we were ready and wanted to. I hope you follow your heart and take care as you move forward! Big hugs!

 

[lliang_chi]

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Katy, I totally agree with you with wanting to jump right in again. I hope you'll be able to talk to a midwife who can answer your questions. And you're absolutely correct, you GOT pregnant. Now you don't have to fret about that. And I'd listen to Lizzy, you can jump right on in, but in the back of your head know that there's a chance you might not ovulate this cycle. The way I see it, it's a free pass for a CD1, and added bonus if it becomes a pregnancy.
Oh and "show and tell" is showing my sister all the stuff I bought. Kinda like what I do with all my girlfriends. I don't get how DH just puts everything in the wash and doesn't think about it... Boys are boring.

Ally, I hope you're not getting sick! Yes I have another acupuncture appt this Friday. I feel so OLD! All different parts of me is achy and creaky!!! I dunno if half the acupuncture is for fertility and/or half for my achy-ness. Ha ha! And yes, I didn't do much shopping as in wardrobe expansion in 2 yrs. I did buy gear etc for stuff like skiing, but I don't think that counts much. Although my wallet might say otherwise

NEL, I hope you get your O before the 10th. Now that you're armed with OPKs and charting AND an enthusiastic DH, I think you're TOTALLY prepared for this cycle. Just hoping the dates line up.

Monkey, I'm sorry that horrid partner is still giving you grief. I've totally been there and there's not much anyone can say to make things better. I hope that getting KU will come soon for you. As our very wise Lizzy says, It puts a lot of things into perspective. Also there are a few graduates of this thread that have gone on interviews and changed jobs during their pregnancy. (Miscka comes to mind). SO it's not the end of the world.

AFM, another night with the pillow fort. But DH is out of his sling now so it seems like he'll be back on the mend soon. I think we'll be ready for BDing by O-time. And thanks ladies for asking about him. DH had surgery to repair an old injury and remove a cyst that developed because of it. Not a HUGE procedure, he wasn't hospitalized at all, but just laid up and pretty helpless.
Other than that, hit the gym today. Did some weights, I had to drop the amount of weight for my bench I was so proud when I could bench 115, but I had to drop all the way to 85 lbs.It has been a while since I lifted so I guess I'm not too surprised, but still sad.

~LC

 

[FrekeChild]

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All my love to you Katy.

 

[Dreamer_D]

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Katy I hope your midwife was trying to "dumb it down" like Lizzy said and does not actually believe those things, since what she said is pretty ridiculous about blighted ovums. I am a little surprised she even tried to label a cause, since in reality there is just no way to know beyond the most likely general explanation of chromosomal misfiring. I think if you are ready to try again, from everything I have seen here on PS -- and there have been more than a few women in your shoes -- you do not need to wait unless you want to. Also, if it helps, the best assumption (statistically speaking, and probably for peace of mind too) at this point is that your m/c was totally random and there is no reason to think that there is any particular reason for it beyond chromosomal mischeif. I wish you all the best girl, and hope you can get some better answers for yourself when you call again.

 

[curiousaboutdiamonds]

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Lizzy: Those are GREAT numbers! I am so excited for you! Sending more *sticky* vibes to you!

Katy: More {{HUGS}} to you my friend! What the midwife said just doesn't make sense. Anyways, like the others said, the most important thing was that you were able to get pregnant, so hopefully, the next time, it will be a sticky one!

LC: Benching 85 lbs? Wow! That is nothing to be sad about. You'll get back to your 115 and more in no time. And IIRC you're 30? That is NOT old! I'm turning 31 this year, in a couple weeks, actually For the acupuncture, do they do the same type of procedure (put the needles in the same place)? I've always been too scared to try it, but I've heard that it's really relaxing.

Monkey: I can totally relate to the work issue. I use to work at a firm doing legal work that I was just flat out not interested in, and where I wasn't really using my previous experience and knowledge. My coworkers and boss were a great group of people but I felt that I wasn't moving forward in what I wanted to do. I just stuck it out and continued working there. I don't remember why I stayed, maybe to save up a little more money? Anyways, about 2 months into the pregnancy, I gave my notice because it just wasn't worth it to me anymore to be so unhappy with my work. Luckily, I had a supportive husband who gave me the push and encouragement to start my own practice. Hang in there, and I hope you can come to a decision that is best for you and your family!

Dreamer: Even though I'm TTC #2, I'm still clueless about many TTC-related things. I really appreciate all the knowledge that you have contributed to this thread! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

AFM: CD11 and not much going on. Spent the whole day yesterday taking care of DD but she seems to be on the mend today. DH is starting to feel better too. My temp went back down today to the mid 97s (normal range), so maybe yesterdays high temp was my body trying to fight something.

 

[amc80]

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Hi folks! My first post in this forum. I'm not officially in the TTC camp yet, but will be as soon as I get married in November. I've been working on figuring out my cycles and used an OPK for the first time this month. Let me say, peeing on stuff is fun and addicting. I have a 29 day cycle and get what I suspect are ovulation pains on day 15, so I mainly wanted to confirm that those pains did line up with ovulation. My OPK looks positive for the past three days (5/22-24, CD14-16). My "O" pains were yesterday afternoon. Any thoughts or comments would be greatly appreciated...I can't wait to join you guys for real!

 

[Dreamer_D]

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ally_ally You are welcome! I am fortunate that I have a near photographic memory, and so I read something once and just recall it after that. So it is good to be able to make use of that skill in some way by hanging around this thread! I also recall my own time TTC #1 very clearly and remember how confusing and anxiety provoking it was, and how comforting this thread was, so I like to offer whatever support I can to peopel going through it all over again!

 

[monkeyprincess]

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Katy, you’ve got a great attitude, and I’m glad you were able to see the silver lining in all of this. Knowing you can get pregnant is huge. I can definitely relate that fear. I suspect a baby is in your very near future. Hopefully, you will get a definitive answer on whether you can try right away, but it does sound like you can.

Lizzy, how are you feeling? Still sending lots of dust your way for a strong, healthy baby.

LC, I am 30 and feel old too! I swear I have a pain in my neck for the past month! It will go away for a few days, and then I will sleep wrong or do something to aggravate and it is back. And now if I fall asleep on the couch, I am sore the next day.

Ally, glad to hear your family is doing better. My husband and a partner have their own law practice too. I don’t know how you guys do it. It’s hard enough to actually practice law, let alone handle all of the accounting, document retention, technology, running and office, etc.

amc, welcome. I’m no expert, but you may have caught your surge on the way up and down, and that’s why you got three days of positives. I usually have positives for a day and a half, but I think Lizzy may have had three positives in a row once. I also read that sometimes your body tries to ovulate, but it doesn’t quite happen, so it keeps trying, and thus the prolonged positive OPKs. When you are actually trying, you might want to try temping just to confirm you are really ovulating when you think you are.

AFM, I’m 9DPO and should be getting close to O in the next two or three days, if this cycle is like the last three. We are going to keep trying this time around and then decide later about continuing to try if we are not successful this cycle. Thanks for all of your advice on the job issue. I have been looking at job postings, but not really actively looking. I just want to make sure I find something that will be a better fit long term and not rush into anything just to get out of my current situation. We rely on my job for the benefits and insurance and save my salary for retirement, etc. We would be okay for awhile if I were to quit, but I also think it will be easier to find a job if I’m still employed rather than having to explain why I just quit. And the idea of job searching while pregnant scares me a bit, but I’ll have to read up on how others have handled it. Thanks. You all made me feel a little better about my situation.

 

[lizzyann]

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Hey ladies! I need your opinion...I am so annoyed. Our scale broke a couple of weeks ago, so I went out today and bought a new one. It is the Conair Digital Weight Watchers Scale http://www.conair.com/weight-watchers-by-conair-glass-body-analysis-scale-p-859.html So I opened it up, weighed myself, then later on in the day weighed myself again. It has a memory function and body fat analysis portion that you have to set up to use it so I grabbed the instructions to take a look at it and I notice that it says "Pacemaker users and pregnant women should not use this scale". So I panic, I call Conair and they said that they apologize and are currently working on sending out stickers to all retailers that say this on the outside of the package. So I tell her that I've used it a couple of times and asked what kind of research have they done and she is going to get back to me. She said that the scale sends electrical current pulses and that is why they don't recommend it. I've done some research online and most places say it is only when you use the body at analysis part which I did not use. I asked her about this and she said that they just recommend for the scale not to be used at all by pregnant women. I am SO ANNOYED. I have gone thru so many issues getting pregnant and I hate having to worry about this kind of stuff. I do everything I'm supposed to do and I try to be proactive and get a scale and now I am just left with worry. I also called my RE to get their opinion, but I am sure they are going to just tell me to stop using it. I know I become a worrier when I am pregnant, so I apologize if you think I'm crazy. But I just don't want to hurt my bean because of something this stupid. Thoughts?

 

[amc80]

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Hey ladies! I need your opinion...I am so annoyed. Our scale broke a couple of weeks ago, so I went out today and bought a new one. It is the Conair Digital Weight Watchers Scale http://www.conair.com/weight-watchers-by-conair-glass-body-analysis-scale-p-859.html So I opened it up, weighed myself, then later on in the day weighed myself again. It has a memory function and body fat analysis portion that you have to set up to use it so I grabbed the instructions to take a look at it and I notice that it says "Pacemaker users and pregnant women should not use this scale". So I panic, I call Conair and they said that they apologize and are currently working on sending out stickers to all retailers that say this on the outside of the package. So I tell her that I've used it a couple of times and asked what kind of research have they done and she is going to get back to me. She said that the scale sends electrical current pulses and that is why they don't recommend it. I've done some research online and most places say it is only when you use the body at analysis part which I did not use. I asked her about this and she said that they just recommend for the scale not to be used at all by pregnant women. I am SO ANNOYED. I have gone thru so many issues getting pregnant and I hate having to worry about this kind of stuff. I do everything I'm supposed to do and I try to be proactive and get a scale and now I am just left with worry. I also called my RE to get their opinion, but I am sure they are going to just tell me to stop using it. I know I become a worrier when I am pregnant, so I apologize if you think I'm crazy. But I just don't want to hurt my bean because of something this stupid. Thoughts?

I wouldn't worry about it. The pulse that is sent through your body is so mild, I'm sure you're fine. Especially if you didn't do the body composition thing...otherwise it's just a normal scale.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Re: The Official TTC Thread!

LIZZY STEP AWAY FROM THE LEDGE! I am so utterly sure you are fine. Don't even think about it twice. Iam willing to guarantee that they put that warning on there just as a precaution to protect their butts because they have never proven that the scale is safe with pregnant women. If it was a *real* issue, be darn sure it would be emblazoned in bold accross the front of the packaging. Imagine the liability if they knew it was a problem and did not provide adequate warning? With pregnancy, basically NOTHING except tylenol has actually been proven safe, so pretty much everything has a warning on it. I bought some ricola cough drops, and they had a warning I guess because of the herbs. I personally think that 99.9% of them can be safely ignored. But in your case, just don't use it again to be safe, but also don't worry. I am sure you did not electrocute your little baby baking!

 

[lliang_chi]

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lizzy, I have the same scale. For the BPM, you need to hit a BPM button otherwise it's just a scale. And the BPM part is what sends the current. I think you and your bean will be OK but feel free to stop using it if it makes you nervous.

~LC

 

[lizzyann]

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OMG thank you DD, LC, and AMC! I know I am nuts! I always get like this after a positive test due to my history. From the research I've done, DD you are so right. They just haven't done enough research on pregnant women so they put that warning in there. I have also found where it says that there are no known risks to pregnant women, but due to the lack of research they put the warning. I did not use the body fat portion (thanks LC and AMC), so it probably didn't even send the current. ay ay ay! *Lizzy shakes head* I will be returning the damn thing tomorrow!!!!

 

[blackberry16]

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Katy: I am so sorry about the m/c. I think you should get a second opinion b/c I see no reason why you shouldn't try again next month if you are emotionally ready! Dust to you friend!

 

[lizzyann]

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Monkey, I think you have a great attitude regarding work and TTC. let's hope this is your cycle! If you did quit, is there anyway that your DH could get access to medical benefits? I was confused by your 9dpo. Did you mean CD9? I'm assuming that's what you meant as your O is approaching in the next couple of days right? Major plus is you have short cycles!

AMC, like Monkey said I have been known to get 3 day surges. They vary for me by month. This last cycle, I only had it for close to a day. I think it is awesome that you are being proactive and using OPK's now and getting to know your cycle. Hopefully, this will get you KU'd sooner than later after your big day! I certainly am no OPK specialist. But I do not temp, I only use OPK's, and I usually time things pretty well. I would assume you probably caught the surge on the upswing on CD14, had a full on LH surge on CD 15, and ovulated 12-24 hours after that. This would probably coincide with your O pains. Do you test with FMU? or at least at the same time every day? Based on your OPK"s, I would say your best time to BD would be when the line starts getting darker till 24-48 hours after your positive surge. So based on the OPK's this month, I would have tried to BD from CD12-CD17 for your most optimum coverage. Definitely keep a record of all of this, so that you will be prepared as soon as it is GO time! Good Luck!

Ally, I am glad your household is feeling better! I hope you don't get sick. Good thing is that your temps seem like they are regulating, so hopefully it didn't throw anything off for you.

LC, glad your DH is feeling better! I sometimes feel like I handle being sick or hurt better than my DH. He might beg to differ, but when he's sick...he just mopes around all day. Hopefully, he rebounds soon and is ready and willing when you O this cycle!

AFM, 16dpo and trucking along. My DS starts a drop off playgroup tomorrow. It will be a good preparation for him for preschool in about a year. I think it will be harder on me to drop him off then it will be on him. I hope he doesn't cry when I leave or I think i will cry too! But I know he'll have a ton of fun! Friday morning I go for another beta. Hopefully the rest of the week will fly by! So far, I am just still tired and very thirsty!

 

[monkeyprincess]

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Lizzy, oops, yes you're right. I was CD9 yesterday and CD10 today. OPK was still negative this morning, but I'm good with that because it gives us a few more days to BD before O and the follicle a few more days to mature To answer your question, my husband has his own law firm, so no benefits from his job. We are under a group health insurance plan through my employer, otherwise, we'd have to buy our own coverage which is more expensive and tedious to acquire. If I were to quit, we could get COBRA coverage for up to 18 months, so definitely not the end of the worl. Obviously, another issue is maternity leave. Where I'm at, I would get 12 months paid, but if I started a new job pregnant, I wouldn't even qualify for FMLA protection when the baby is born. Lots to think about, but I guess we'll cross those bridges if and when we have to. I'm just hoping we manage to pull off a BFP this month!

Also, I'm glad you feel reassured about the scale. I'm a huge worrier, but even I think you have nothing to worry about. We have one of those scales too, and like others have said, it is a regular scale unless you activate that function. Even if it weren't, your little bean is totally fine!

 

[lliang_chi]

Re: The Official TTC Thread!

I just turned 31 with my recent birthday. I was telling my DH how old I feel, he's 3 yrs older than I am, and his response, "Trust me, it doesn't get better..." Hey, at least we'll be old creaky farts together.

Ally, for acupuncture, I've only gone twice and they do not stick the needles in the same place. It seems like there's a milloin ways to acomplish the same thing so they did something different. My past experience is the same thing, something different each time. Glad you were able to bump whatever your DD and DH had. Good.

AMC, I agree iwth others, perhaps you caught the LH Surging up. Hope you got some good BDing in.

Monkey, good luck on the job front. I really hope this cycle can make the decision for you. It seems like you have a super supportive DH in your corner. Good luck with the egg-hunt. Have you gotten a /+ OPK? Get some more BDing in so you'll have plenty of swimmers ready for your egg.

Lizzy, don't sweat worrying, it's only natural and part of being a mother. I hope the week goes quickly for you. Hooray for the good beta numbers Yes, my DH is a pretty big baby when he's sick or hurt. At least he's getting better about not being all whine-y to me.

BB, thanks for poking in here Hope you're doing well.

That's all for me now, I'll catch you guys in a bit.

For those of us in the US, what are your Memorial Day plans? I want to work on my officery, but last time we did a DIY project during Memorial Day DH and I nearly got into a fight...

 

[Dreamer_D]

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Monkey Will you really get 12 months paid if you stay? Or di dyou mean 12 weeks paid? Bug difference for my book. My instinct, to be honest, is to wait in this job (unless it is torture) until after your baby is born, then return to work and look for a job then. It is so much easier to find employment when you are employed, and so much easier to find employment when you are not pregnant. If you start a new job, you will worry about the impression getting KU so soon will cause. So unless you current job is horrid and terrible and making you insane, I would say stick it out until you have had the baby.

 

[curiousaboutdiamonds]

Re: The Official TTC Thread!

Amc: I think 19-21 are almost positives and 22-24 are definitely positives. You can O within 12-48 hrs of your first positive Opk, which coincides with your O pains on the 23rd. Gosh I'm so jealous of you guys who can feel O pains. I only feel the cramps when the ugly AF shows her face.

Monkey: Yes it's definitely a challenge being your own boss but it definitely has it's rewards when it comes to flexibility. You sound like you have a good plan re: job situation/search. 12 months of maternity leave is pretty awesome. Hope you get that smiley soon!

ETA: Dreamer makes a good point.

Lizzy: You are not allowed to scare us like that anymore! We want that little bean to stick! (However, I don't think the scale did any harm). I'm doing the eagle pose for some awesome numbers tomorrow! Put me in the crying mom group when it comes to the day we drop off our kids at playgroup/daycare/preschool. I've only left my little girl with family. Sometimes I think of the future and her growing up and it makes me so emotional!

LC: My DH is 3 years older too! I guess monkeys and snakes make good mates. Haha. As for working on your officery, I'm thinking maybe it'll be different this year as you guys are now actively trying, and the nursery part will feel more real, whereas last year, it may have been a distant thought for him. As for us, we're doing a late spring cleaning. We definitely need the down time bc the next 2 months will be super busy for us.

Brown, NEL, Katy, SBA, thinking of you ladies!

AFM: I think I'm coming down with something. Ugh. Sore throat, sneezing, runny nose and my temp jumped to 98s again. I was sick last cycle and it definitely delayed O. My OPKs are getting darker and I'm starting to get EW which makes me think that I may get a surge this weekend or early next week. I'm definitely laying low to kick whatever i have. Funny and embarassing story: Because of the Opk last night, I wanted to see what a FMU Opk would look like so I decided to test this morning. But just as I had finished peeing in a cup, I drop the whole thing in the toilet. Haha.