Hi Everyone!!!

Hugs to you all and hope your cycles are going well

Yogi - I almost cried when I read your post. I know I'm not in the same situation and therefore shouldn't be giving advice, but I always feel like emotions are more magnified around Christmas time and other special occasions. Is your family understanding or is it just friends with their children?

Are you able to just not commit to anything and see how you feel? If you feel up to it thats fine, but if not thats ok, I think you've been through more than enough. Don't feel bad for finding your own happy place with with DH if you need to pull back for a while.

As for the whinging, and talking about how wonderful being a parent is, I guess they just don't realise how hurtful it can be. Because my first few fertility treatments were successful, I really didn't understand how horrible the road can be for others.

Take care of yourself and I hope you manage to fine a really happy and heart-warming Christmas this year that's just right for how you feel.

(*I hope I didn't say anything insensitive, just wanted to cheer you up and let you know its ok to attend or avoid parties)