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thread: Pregnancy after Long Term TTC #7 - 2009

  1. #109
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    Sep 2008
    Adelaide
    676

    Grub how did the reunion go re question, I think don't call you were too busy focusing on you and call when you have good news. DH is your support not your receptionist after all. Glad you and DH are back in the same house. Baby can come now.

    Yep I'm pg Murph but can't have enough of DH atm he is being super sweet so it's making him look more like a film star in my eyes can't belive how many hormones are running round in my body atm. Better off getting them out in the open than cleaning. Hope you and family are going well.

    BOC glad sleep is your friend sort of again, it's hard to be normal without a decent sleep even 1/2 decent.

    Kyrawolfe that is what they said works well (labor possi) so I guess some of it is instinct isn't it. you are so brave with the letter, good to get it out. I'm a bit of a funny one I write letters but I don't always post them. But good, things do need to be said. Bet you feel lighter.

    Lise glad you're feeling better. at TTC and DTD

    Airline sorry scrolling is still upsetting your tummy "pass the ginger"

    Smithy Hope you're enjoying bed rest and for 30weeks

    Congrats and welcome Rob

    Bella thank you for sharing you made sme smile

    Wishingbaby oh hun that is just awful especially waiting till monday. Hope you are looking after yourself and take time out rest and look after yourself.

    ATM Baby Shower was great but I'm beet. So many beautiful gifts well wishes and adorable babies ALL GIRLS if I have a son he's going to be in trouble!

    It was amazing how all my friends got on (was a little worried) and my mum did a stella job. Now I'm ready for a nap. DH is busy painting the babies room he is also a star today.

    Belly rubs to all

  2. #110
    Registered User

    Jul 2009
    Sydney
    73

    hi Ladies, just wanted to say hi and join the thread. I've just found out that I'm pregnant, approx 5 weeks and HCG levels are rising well but am taking it a day at a time.

    Our story so far: I have endometriosis and after a year of trying naturally we went onto the Natural Fertility Centre's program 5 years ago. We fell pregnant second cycle but lost our beautiful daughter a week after she was born due to hospital negligence. Our miracle baby boy was born exactly a year later and although I fell pregnant twice last year, they both ended in early miscarriages. We turned to IVF this year but with my family history of early menopause it soon became obvious that I just wasn’t producing enough eggs and both cycles failed. Given the dismal prognosis we decided to have a break and work out if it was worth doing one final round early next year.

    Two months later here I am Looking forward to getting to know everyone!

    xx

  3. #111
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    Jun 2009
    Victoria
    85

    Hi Ladies,

    Sorry for the epic post. I thought I would try and catch up with everyone. It certainly doesn’t pay to be offline for a few days.

    LondonMiss; My DH is finding my farting and burping quite amusing also. I can not actually believe I am writing this! I am so glad you told us the donkey story, wow what a nightmare. I didn’t imagine anything as dreadful as that!

    BOC: Thanks for the info about the EDD, wow you are so organised, but it helps to keep track of everyone. I still don’t have one yet. I need to wait and see how things pan out next Friday. Sorry to hear you are in such pain. I agree with you about the sick people. I am a teacher and it drives me crazy when some parents send their kids to school sick.

    Lise: Great to hear from you, it seems you have had a pretty big year yourself. Glad to hear that you have settled back in Canberra. I can’t believe you are almost at the 12 week mark! Although it probably feels like forever to you. I am sorry you didn’t get the chance to share the news with your family yourself.

    Kyra- I hope you feel better after writing your letter to your mum. I know that it is so much easier writing things down so you can get your thoughts clear. Wow congrats on finding a house.

    Saph- What a difficult time you are having and I thought I would have difficulty with a neck and shoulder problem. It is nothing compared to what you must be going through. I am so sorry about the wiggles. If it makes you feel any better you are not the only one who has done things like that. A couple of years ago I bought Miss Saigon Tickets for my family, 600 dollars worth. I accidently booked them in the wrong month and we missed the performance! I didn’t realise until I went to pick the tickets up and they said that the performance I had booked for was the week before! I didn’t even have pregnancy brain to blame it on.

    Airline: I had the same thing happen with the ginger. It helped initially, then 20 mins later I had thrown it up. I am now using these acupressure bands that you get from the chemist for motion sickness. Surprisingly they actually work. The nausea is not totally gone, but it has certainly lessened. The only issue I have is that I can’t wear them all the time because they cut off the circulation to my hands. 

    I really hope you get to see that heartbeat soon. I did read that in some cases the heart beat can not be seen until 10 weeks. Hang in there.

    Grub: I completely understand what you are going through. My DH was away for two years at the Solomon Islands, and he back every 4 months or so for three weeks. It was the longest two years of my life. There is nothing like the feeling of seeing him again after so long. I am glad you are enjoying having DH home again.

    Greenslw: I am so glad everything is going so well. I just can’t imagine being at the stage of attending Antenatal classes.

    Smithy- I hope you are feeling better soon.

    Rob- Congratulations!!!

    Wishing baby: I hope the bleeding stopped. I have had some bleeding also but at this stage bub is still hanging in there. It could be implantation bleeding, I was told that sort of bleeding could happen in week five.

    Anyos- Welcome to the thread, what a journey you have been on. I am praying that this one sticks around for you.

    AFM- Went for my scan on Thursday and was told that I am not six weeks, looks like it is five weeks. I have to go back next Friday. So still no definitive answer. Five weeks didn’t make sense to me because I had a HCG of 199 exactly two weeks before the scan. Because I never had a period after the failed ivf they just don’t know how far along I am. On the positive side I haven’t had anymore bleeding and I have had very bad nausea, which has resulted in a few sessions of vomiting. The only thing that I have found that works at the moment is acupressure wrist bands.

    I hope everyone is enjoying their weekend.

  4. #112
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    Jul 2009
    Melbourne
    411

    Good effort Sonya Louise! I was a BB member for ages scrolling between pages until I realised the messages are below your draft... but still I can't remember that much!

    I'm so so so tired at the moment. I sat on the couch earlier to read a book and DH found me on there slobbering an hour later curled up round the dog. Oh dear. It's like daily jetlag... nothing can stop me sleeping. I wonder if this is what it is like to be a narcoleptic. Ladies who are much further along than me (and airline, lise, SL etc) can you tell me how long this lasts? I hear it's a first trimester thing but did you find that? I can't stop eating capers and coconut (not together that would be wierd ) which is odd.... hope you are all well and enjoying the beautiful sunny day (in Melb anyway)

  5. #113
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    Sep 2008
    Adelaide
    676

    Welcome Anyos

    Sonyalouise my EDD was a week off too you'd think with IVF we'd know but who knows how bodies work (maybe thats a good thing too) and I think from 16 weeks to 28 weeks flew literaly. Once you're over your personal milestone and relax (easier said than done) Life just jogs along. Goodluck for Friday

    LondonMiss glad you are sleeping when you need it. Well done GOLD STAR I'm no good at that still trying to fight it.

    What is it with ppl trying to get into my birth?!?! my Step Daughter now wants to attend! well I didn't even flinch and said "your dad will phone you when we have the baby" she looked a little stunned but her brother and the most wonderful DSS I could ever ask for looked at her and said "your nuts" and "you don't belong in there" gota love him. he's only 16 but is very very wise. She's 20 and not so wise. But I guess it's upbringing and genetics. Squeak will hopefully get the best of both. if you lve with a Social Worker I guess "sensitive" rubs off. Even on DH (not that he's admit it).

    Well the end of the weekend is here, there is two coats on my baby's room (paint) one to go and then hopefully next weekend or the one after depending on DH I can nest. and put all the lovely things I've got in draws.

    Q: now I know we need to wash everything for baby Can anyone tell me why? is it to do with the chemicals etc? blonde moment.

  6. #114
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    Jul 2009
    Melbourne
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    OMG - your stepdaughter wants to come??? what is it with birth as a spectator sport?! It's long, gruesome, probably a bit boring in places and v v personal! I'm strictly only showing my bits to people who have seen them before (DH) and trained medical professionals. Everyone else can wait at home like in the old days!!! Glad someone say sense and told her! Assuming our families are in the UK when it happens, DH can send a text saying "it's started" and one confirming the birth and that's it!!!

  7. #115
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    Nov 2008
    on the verge of greatness!
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    welcom abaord anyos!! hope you are well.

    greenslw - yes, i thought it was cos of the chemicals. Also so colours don't run (just like you would with your clothes) and plus.. baby stuff... people love baby stuff and touch it! i washed absolutely everythign and even the teddies all got a thorough wipe-down cos i couldn't stop imaging the grotty hands that had touched the clothes, furniture, hats, toys etc we bought. plsu it's something to do on maternity leave lol. good luck witht he nesting! have fun!

    it's very satisfying. i go and sit in the nursery in my BF chair and just wait lol. and good for you for shutting that little self-invitation down. what are people thinking?

    LM - i was terribly tired to about week 16. I would sleep at least 12 hrs at night as well as sneak a nap in in the arvo if i could get away from work. I was good for about 6 weeks and then exhausted again. So from just shy of the 3rd trimester I again needed at a nap of at least 2 hrs (normally 3hrs) in the arvo or i was rubbish. The rule was 2pm, and Grub turns inot a zombie lol.

    I have found i am not needing as much sleep atm but i get tired... but won't sleep. Mind you had a solid hr this arvo... get that rest when you can lady. you need it.

    sonyalouse - OMG 2 years of 4 mth seperations! that's unbelievable. you are an amazing lady. I only had 8 weeks and it nearly killed me. and go with how you feel, there's been a few girls here who've had their dates mussed about. hope you are well.

    had a lovely day with DH today. I forgot how much we giggle together and how much i enjoy his company. We've been pretty busy this weekend doing household cleaning/sorting stuff. Went for a very brisk walk this arvo and then had a curry for tea... i am trying all the old talles to help bubba along lol. But i think the plug has started to come away YIIPPPEEE.

    anyway, dh is at work tomorrow and taking 2 days off this week. hopefully he'll be taking paternity leave before tuesday tho lol. Every please send eviction vibes to my little boy! I keep telling him "okay, we're ready now!" lol.

    hi to all the lovelies here. have a wonderful week

  8. #116
    Platinum Member. Love a friend xxx

    Aug 2008
    408

    Hi!

    to the newbies! Wishing you as happy, healthy & complication-free time with us!

    LM: I too have entered the world of unintentional naps! For me, I wasn't tired much at all in the first tri, and it's only been the last few weeks it's hit me so I guess everyone's different! As for the birth, a tip that I've been told, don't bother texting anyone to say "it's started" (except maybe immediate family). Otherwise you end up with people bombarding you and the hospital with calls when if they think you've taken too long & haven't called them. Just wait until it's arrived and then send the "it's here!" text. People tend to get a little antsy and TBH a little selfish and forget that you have other things on your mind and that they are one of about 50 people you need to tell.

    Greenslw: You need to wash becasue sometimes for transport and storage reasons clothing can be treated with chemicals. Ever smelt that funny smell on a new piece of clothing? I think it's extra important becasue babies' skin is so sensitive. That and the fact that you don't know who or what has come into contact with those items along the way and IMHO some people's personal hygene practices are not as good as our own! I'm washing everything on a quick cycle with just a touch of napisan for sanitation. And make sure you dry it in the sun for added antibacterial properties!

    Sorry for the slacko personals, will fix up later. Absolutely satuffed! Went to see my idols Fleetwood Mac at the vineyards last night! Took us 2hrs to get out of the grounds and another hour-ish to get home! Finally fell into bed about 2am! So worth it though, they were totally AWESOME!!!

  9. #117
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    Oct 2007
    Brisbane, QLD
    438

    starting to fall asleep...an hour ago...but had to pop on and see what Imissed whilst at work...just had to say BOC....I saw Fleetwood Mac about 2004 in Glasgow...they were great!!

  10. #118
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    Mar 2008
    the world
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    Hi all!!!!

    Been MIA for a while due to major family dramas and sheer exhaustion.

    Have been reading up though. I sit there reading and mentally saying 'Yes Boc I agree!' or 'I would do that too Greenslw!' 'Me too Saph!' or whatever but am just too shagged to actually type!! I also feel bad because there are so many newbies and I haven't welcomed anyone! I am actually too confused to do it properly now but I hope you know I am pleased to see so many LTTC girls joining this thread. Did they put something in the water over there because there are tons of new girlies!!? Brilliant to see!

    Now here goes for personals

    Londonmiss- I have been tired the whole time! I have a feeling though it is because I am off work and have been since I was about 10 weeks pregnant. I think the availability of a bed or couch has triggered the sleep reflex in me. If I had been working I guess I might not have slept so much and just powered through (which is what I am hoping happens when I hopefully get pregnant next time as I am sure I cannot sleep all the time with a toddler in tow!)

    Grub - Dh is home!!!!! Yay!!!! It is great that reunion time isn't it? DH and I have had all sorts of silly separation over the years. Mainly because we move around alot and one of us usually goes to the new town (or country) before the other and sets up while the other finishes off a contract in the old place. The worst two have been coming to the UK. The first was when we had only been going out for 6 months and he got deported for overstaying his visa in Australia!!! That was bad because it was so unexpected! I followed him to the UK after 10 weeks of saving and organising. Not fun. Then we had a couple of times moving towns in Queensland where I had to finish a school term and he left straight for a new job. The last one was when we came back here to the UK. I came over first to start a teaching job and he followed with the furbabies 12 weeks later (he had to stay for their quarantine and to tie up loose ends) Being apart when you cannot even call because of the time zone difference and you are using other people's phones was HELL! I spoke to him once a week on weekends. It was like being in the 19th century!! We have vowed never ever to do it again!
    I am sending eviction notices to little Grub as we speak!

    Greenslw - Glad you are managing to keep the spectators out! I know the feeling. I keep reminding people that most animals find a safe quiet place away from the herd to give birth so why are we expected to provide that day's entertainment when we do!!!??

    Airline - hope everyone is ticking along nicely. MS sounds like a very good sign.

    Kyra - Letter writing is good. Even if it just articulates the thoughts in your head. A good strong step!

    Saph - How are the aches and pains? I hope you are getting some relief.

    Smithy - yay 30 weeks!!! It feels good once you get into those number of weeks doesn't it!?

    Wishingbaby - I hope everything is OK. Sticky vibes!

    Sonya- Weird about the dates hey? I hope those bands continue to work for your MS.

    Everyone else Belly rubs!!!

    AFM- Big dramas! There is a possibility my dad may be coming to stay with us. Seems my little outburst about the wicked stepmother triggered a similar outburst from my brother and it brought to a head alot of problems that my dad had been denying about his marriage. Anyway he is also going through a lot of stuff and flip flopping a bit which is perfectly reasonable. So one day we have 'I have to leave her I cannot do this anymore' and the next we have 'She is my wife and I feel sorry for her' At one stage he was angry at me for not tolerating her and how difficult it made it for him. I managed to get it out that I had been tolerating her for 11 years now and not said anything but couldn't do it anymore because it was not just me now but me and my child. I told him that if she makes him happy then fair enough but she has made it impossible for it to be a happy little combined family. She won't change (which she made clear at his last argument with him....she is never wrong and we and every other human she has ever had contact with are mentally unstable apparently) so there is no other way. Anyway my brother has just informed me that she has had another 'fall' Apparently back when we were in Australia and she and Dad were going through a rough patch, she had a fall and cut her head. Noone was around when she fell and my brother and his wife were very suspicious as the injury wasn't consistent with a fall and looked more self inflicted. Weird I know. Anyway funnily enough she has had another fall and hit her head again. Once again noone was there to witness the fall. Anyway just in the last three weeks she has had herself admitted to hospital three times and been sent home each time after being told there is nothing wrong with her. My DH was telling me that if you have any history or heart problems the GPs will send you to the hospital straight away if you complain of any back pain or breathlessness etc as they don't have the ECG machines etc to check. So she just goes to the GP and with alot of self created fuss and drama she ends up at A&E. So anyway this is obviously clouding my dad's judgment and muddying the waters of his very valid complaints about her behaviour to him and his family. Fun and Games!!!

    On the pregnancy side (though almost forgot I was pregnant in all this drama!!!) god this pubic bone business hurts!!!! It is hurting me in my sleep now. I get up to go to the loo and it takes me about 5 minutes just to stand up because of the pain so by that time I am out of the dozy state and when I return to bed I cannot sleep for at least 2 hours. I am finding it hard to stand up, sit down, lie down, do anything really without swearing in pain. I did my hypnobirthing the other day and the book asked what sounds and words the baby is hearing at the moment. I cringed. Literally this baby is hearing nowt but 'F**k and f***ing hell' from me at the moment. I wouldn't like to be anywhere near a swear jar these days...I would be broke.

    On a good note DH did a lovely massive nude painting of me to commemorate my pregnancy. It is proudly up in our loungeroom at the moment but will have to be moved to our bedroom eventually. I am getting a bit self conscious about looking at my rather large painted nipple as I walk in the room. Noone has visited since it has been up so it will be interesting to see how they react!!! It is a very modest pose. I am sitting so you only see one boob and everything else is covered by my pose. But still I am sure my brother and dad will be slightly uncomfortable with my nipple glaring at them from the wall!!! LOL!!!

    It is finally sunny today so I am going to wash the baby's clothes. I meant to do it at 30 weeks but the later the better I guess for boredom's sake in the last weeks! I have my hospital bag packed so don't need to worry about that now.

    Well I think I have made up for not writing in a few days!!! Belly rubs all!!!!

  11. #119
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    Sep 2008
    Adelaide
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    poppyfairy oh how beautiful the painting DH did for you. I'd love that so much. But I think i'd be the same, perhaps somewere a little less visited. Your family sounds a little like mine, what is it with EVIL step mothers and control? I hope you don't overdo the worry about your dad afterall you need your strength too.

    Sending evacuation vibes to Grub! Thanks for the info re washing too. Funny thing is I know I had to do it but just wanted to be reminded of why? glad you and DH are having fun enjoy the sitting and relaxing while you can

    BOC i would love to see them but you are VERY brave doing it pg, hope they come out again.

    LondonMiss I know it was comical, Just needed to share as I felt like it was so silly and I didn't really want to talk too much with DH as it is his daughter but he did agrea with me (even if he didn't taugh bananas) I'm getting so empowered about it being about me and DH now. Glad I got my mojo back.

    ATM bit distracted at work, so much is going on before Christmas it's a bit off putting really.

    Yesterday I did some glass painting on some old spice bottles It was great lots of fun, you need to drop the stain rather than brushing it on. I only have 6 bottles which didn't quiet have enough sides for ABC's so I have carefully written "B" "A" "B" "Y" "J" "S" on them. J is DH and S is me. They are lovely and I'm hoping will sit in the window until Squeak can reach them then highter up. I only painted one side cos I didn't want to loose the effect. Art is keeping me sane.

    Oh has anyone else noticed they need to keep a little further away from stuff? my belly is really in the way at the photocopier and desk and if I push on it Baby throws a tantrum.

    Ok off to spotlight to buy some work craft stuff I think I'm board and need to be busy or I may as well go home (secretly wishing)

    Happy Monday all

  12. #120
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    Oct 2007
    Brisbane, QLD
    438

    Hi girlies, I'm going to risk the scrolling, nausea making screen and try and do a few persies.

    grub - so pleased you've got DH back and by now I'm sure using your second hand to count the no. of dtd'ing it's funny you said I sounded positive about our situation, cos I've felt anything but. I was worried that every post was a 'woe is me' post and i'd be bringing folk down. I'm not normally like this...but it's been such a long, long year and DH and I are both struggling now, waiting for this wed appt.

    Did DH like the canvases??

    Bella - glad you and the boys are home. what a wonderful time this must be getting to know each other. their little personalities becoming more defined every day I'm sure.

    wishing - oh my dear I hope you get the results you're hoping for today. that all is well with your wee one and I hope you've managed to get through to today without to many emotional moments.

    greenslw - sounds like you had a fantastic if exhausting baby shower, how lovely. I was munching on the old crysallised ginger .... till I gagged on it last week, now it's renogated to back of pantry

    anyos - what a story. the sadness you must've both endured is incomprehensible for me. I'm so pleased this has happened for you and I wish you a very h & h pregnancy. Take it completely easy

    sonya - your story is such an inspiration to the ladies on here I reckon. my m/sickness is coming and going (more about that later) but I may try those acupressure bands...although people would ask me what they're for - bit of a giveaway.
    As for waiting till your next scan....I pass on whatever little patience, and strength we've got left to you, cos we've found waiting for 2 weeks till this wed for our 4th official scan has been hell. The first 3 resulted in not finding a heartbeat, and like you the measurements/dates did not match ours (I mean it's IVF, so we KNOW our dates!)
    Fingers crossed for you x

    Londonmiss - you hit the nail on the head....it is like permanent jetlag isn't it!!?? I'm the same, and the thing is, mine abated for a week or so, but seems to have returned. Poor DH is doing practically everything - I cleaned my ensuite so he didn't have to, which he told me off for, but gee it was the least I could force myself to do.

    Poppy - wow your poor dad...poor you and poor brother. You really sound like you have your head screwed on (pregnancy hormones or not ), and I agree with everything you've done according to your posts. Hopefully for everyone your dad will make the right decision.
    As for what your baby's hearing right now...I have a friend who's second child was a boy. Her parenting style constituted of a lot of shouting, generally addressing the culprit (either first born daughter or one of 2 dogs) followed by the word NO! I said one day, the poor child will arrive thinking his name is "Erin NO!" "Lassie NO!" or "Prince NO!" !!

    AFM - phew, thank goodness I don't have to scroll anymore!
    Well maybe people can shed some light on symptoms because I had constant nausea for over a week, then it went away for an entire day much to my dismay/relief depending on how I looked at it Then it came back but different, not so constant, but I felt unsettled. I've had 2 bouts of constipation (never have it normally) in the last week. I'm drinking lots of water as usual, and eat lots of fruit. Is it normal to come and go?

    My fatigueness (is that a word..don't think so) seems to have returned also.

    The reason for harping on and focusing on these two symptoms is because I've got nothing else to hold on to. I've had 3 scans, one external, two transvaginal, the last being when I was supposed to be 7wks and 1 day. None have picked up a heartbeat. It was mentioned that it was against the uterus wall, difficult to scan and I have a tilted uterus which also makes it awkward. Is this true? We're having to wait till this Wed. 9th and quite frankly it's killing DH and I. Equally we're desperate. I had a really bad day of crying on and off all day earlier in the week. It feels like such a long time since this cycle started let alone since we I first came off the pill when we naievly thought I'd fall naturally. I asked FS if there was a cancellation today or tom. but nothing. I have not had any strong cramping just mild twinges every few days and no spotting whatsoever.

    Please, any advice or experience is appreciated. I should be 9wks and 1 day on Wed. scan. I guess if there's nothing there by then ... there's nothing there.

  13. #121
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    Oct 2008
    Melbourne
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    Good afternoon girls,

    Just popping in to let you know I am thinking of you all

    Grub - so happy to hear DH is now home I cant believe how close you are to having bubs. How EXCITING!!!! Am thinking of you. My advice to you is to get as much sleep now as possible cause when bubs arrives you wont get much, lol I have never felt this tired and sleep deprived my whole life!! But then I look at Trent and think it is all worth it

    Bella - good to hear all with well with your boys and you are now home. Sounds like you and DH are doing a TERRIFIC job. I find one baby hard enough let alone two! Take care.

    Hello to all the other lovely ladies in here. Belly rubs to all.

    Take care,
    Tania

  14. #122
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    OH GREENSLW... hey hun any tickets left to your birth cause me,dh mum,dad, and all the kids wanna come to oh sweety you poor thing what you need to do is quietly go off and have your baby dont tell anyone till its all over ( if you can lol ) omg this is your day hun.

    POPPYF.. look at you go there hun not long now ,and oh yeh 30 weeks feels so good its sort of a saftey net for me i think just to know if charlie did come early shed have a good chance,take care hun thanks for thinking of me.

    GRUB...well i rekon labour vibes today for you hunny... hope your good..

    AIRLINE... im sure it was you saying your sick and the computer spins you out wellllllll i sure hope it gets better for you chiky babe cause theres nothing worse ive been going through this now for 30 weeks lol and it sux.

    hey missmagpie... murph... bdt...bella and boys...saph...boc...mitf...london miss...kellyd...persephone...lilmiss...

    ME... ive had a good couple of days well sorts better than i was ..
    not much to report ,charlie mooving heaps ummmmm thats about it lol im very boring ..

    im thinking of you all but im the same cant sit here for to long or i keep thinking im going to fall off the chair i go all dizzy lol..mouth goes dry omg seeya girls ..

  15. #123
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    Jun 2009
    Victoria
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    Hi ladies,

    I am feeling a bit decadent being on this site when I should be at work. It is almost four and I have just spent most of the day sleeping!

    LondonMiss: I am exactly the same at the moment. I am so tired it is ridiculous. The doctor didn’t want me to go back to work for the rest of the year, which was just not possible. So I compromised and took Thursday, Friday and today off. I think I have slept most of the days away! I am dreading going back to work tomorrow.

    Airline: Thank you for thinking of me. The acupressure bands seemed to have stopped working. Sometimes they do, sometimes not. Unfortunately my wrists are so sore that they are crying out for me to stop when I go to put them on. You are right about them being a give away. I have been off work since Thursday and have to go back tomorrow. So I thought I would try the B6 and ginger tablets. They seem to be working, but who knows for how long. Good luck on Wednesday! I understand how difficult this is for you, two more sleeps. All I can say is that everything sounds promising.

    Greenslw: Thank you for wishing me luck. Friday seems so far away. I wish I had the talent and patience to try out some art projects. I have just bought some bead kits from spotlight, the type where you just can’t muck them up!

    Poppy: So sorry about all the difficulties you are having with your step mother. Wow how fantastic that you have a wonderful painting of yourself. I don’t think I would ever have the confidence to have something like that done.

    Grubs:
    I am sending eviction vibes your way.

    AFM: I am still trying every remedy under the sun for MS and trying not to wish my life away. I just feel like I have spent this whole year waiting and wishing time would go faster.

    I hope everyone is having a good day today.

  16. #124
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    Sep 2006
    Sydney
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    Hello ladies,

    I just couldnt help myself and had to dip my toes in here. Got my very first BFP today after 3.5 years and 9 IVF cycles, so naturally a little concerned as to what the next few weeks bring but very very excited all the same (probably an understatement ). All i did when the nurse told me the news was cry and cry and cry. I just thought that it was almost too good to be true to be pregnant this cycle, right before Christmas and with the crazy AF cramps i have had for the past three days but here i am. Levels are at 400 and something, cant remember exact number. We have our 7 week scan booked in for 30th Dec. Hopefully we see a very strong heartbeat, or two as we had two blasties transferred.

    Looking forward to keeping a close eye on you all.

  17. #125
    Registered User

    Oct 2007
    Brisbane, QLD
    438

    welcome and good luck for your long awaited dream to come true my dear

  18. #126
    Registered User

    Aug 2007
    Gold Coast
    626

    OMG Paula... Congratulations on your ... I'm so super excited for you and those numbers sound pretty good... Enjoy your PG...

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