Pregnancy after Long Term TTC - December 2008

[Megan]

M2C, big I would definitely be calling the clinic and seeing if they will give you an earlier BT so that you don't have to wait that extra day. As far as scans go, I had one at 5w2d and it was too early to see anything other than the sack so I left there none the wiser really. I wouldn't have a scan until at least 6 weeks when you are more likely to see a heartbeat.

Kahlan, sorry to hear about your hyperthyroidism. Hopefully the Dr's can some how get it under control and start to feel a bit better. I wouldn't be concerned about not putting on any weight though. It's common not to put on anything in the first trimester. I am 20wks and have actually lost a little bit (even though it doesn't look that way! )

LNB, you're right. As much as the m/s can really suck, it's reassuring when it's there. The minute you feel better, you start to worry about whether everything is ok.

TL, woohoo for your DH being able to feel Charlotte move! Don't think I will be too far behind you now. Feeling Buddy all the time now but not always strong enough to be felt from the outside. DH sits next to me on the couch with his hands on my belly for ages and eventually gives up! He's always disappointed, but I am sure soon enough Buddy will be keeping him awake in the middle of the night kicking him in the back!

I have just been getting the baby's room a bit more organised. Have chosen a paint colour so will start painting this week sometime. It's exciting to start seeing it all come together.

[scooby]

Hi everyone
It is so great to see this thread so busy!!! Big congrats to all!!
BW: totally get the feet in ribs problem, very ouchy!! it will be so great once you finish work and can relax, i would definately be takin that extra day off!
M2C: i was soooo happy to see you in here that is fantastic news!! but so sorry your havin such a hard time, its so unfair when you have had such a trying journey already. I hope the bleeding stops soon and you can relax and enjoy
LS: right back at ya!
TL: yay on the DH feeling the movements, such an exciting time!
Devon:woohooo 32 weeks how exciting is that!!! Hope you are well !
Alloy: those levels sound great and im sure you cant wait for the scan.
Kahlan: hope your ok, not what you need im sure but hopefully theyll take really good care of you! Take all the sick days you can and rest up, it'll be worth it.
LNB: yes it amazing the things that would normally really be annoying are such reassurances to us! Hope none of the symptoms are to severe just enough to let you know its all ok!
Megan: i had exactly the samr thing id say to DH quick feel and as soon as he would put his hand there she would stop. It was actually good sometimes as i would get him to put his hands on my belly when i was sick of getting beat up, unfortuantley it doesnt work anymore!
HM: Hope your well and everything is coming along nicely!
MissC: how are you going? time is just flying and its going to go even faster now with chrissi on the horizon?!
AFM: 6 weeks tomorrow i have my CS booked i really dont know where the time has gone, the first 12 weeks took for ever nad now im soo close! feelin abit uncomfy and had a bit of a fall the other night in a resturant, no less very embarrassing and ouchy have a gorgeous black bruise on my elbow, just as well bub is well and truly padded!! well off to organise somemore chrissi stuff, havin a big party sat (the things we do??) have a great week everyone.

[Kahlan]

Kahlan, sorry to hear about your hyperthyroidism. Hopefully the Dr's can some how get it under control and start to feel a bit better. I wouldn't be concerned about not putting on any weight though. It's common not to put on anything in the first trimester. I am 20wks and have actually lost a little bit (even though it doesn't look that way! )

Thanks Megan. I am off to do US on thyroid this Wednesday and then back to GP on Sat to get results. After the initial scare I think I am o.k... thankfully it is detected early. I guess not gaining wait presently is not so bad, considering I am not eating very well anyway... MS issues. My GP is concerned because I am bordering underweight prior to pg anyway and she really wants to me gain weight like full on (like at least 20kgs for the entire pg or something).. honestly I have been this weight for the past 15 years so I can't imagine myself any larger... but it is great to see some stomach showing (or is it just me taking a full breath and holding it in??).. truly I think all the nutrients I eat goes to my hair and nails.. I've got the best shining hair and strong nails you will ever find!.. and now I am babbling

Hope everyone is well.

Kahlan

[Megan]

Kahlan, same here. Hair and nails are doing well!! lol
Do you have an appt for a specialist yet? As you said, it's great that they have caught it early and then if they can get it under control I am sure you will put on some weight the further you go in your pregnancy. Let me know how you go with your appt. I am interested to know how they will treat it in pregnancy since a friend of mine has also recently been diagnosed with this and she want to start TTC.

[Nixon]

Hi Kahlan - I was diagnosed with hypo-thyroidism a couple of months before we had our first IVF cycle. My treatment is pretty easy - 100 micrograms of thyroxine every day and I'm sweet. I have heard that hyper is more diffucult to treat because its imblances in the T3 & T4 rather than the TSH that causes hyper - is that correct? I am interested to know how they tackle it in pregnancy. I'm sure it will all be fine - I think the thyroid it is a pretty common problem with a lot of women. I found that there are some good websites out there if you feel you need to do some more research on the threatment and effects.

Good luck - let us know how you get on.

Hi-Ho everyone - super busy again *sigh* christmas just around the corner things are nits at the moment.......

[Kahlan]

Will certainly do Nic and Megan. It is the T3 and T4 that is causing the problem however my GP said to me the normal treatment could not be administered because it is not safe for pg. I am waiting for the hospital to contact me with an appointment time... so fingers crossed....

Oh, has anyone heard from Bel?

Kahlan

[Bel]

Hi All,

Kahlan- Thanks for the shout out! I'm here reading but still not feeling the best.

Sorry for no personals. My mind is a jumble trying to just stay strong and focused on my little babies right now.

I still have old blood coming out. Slowed down a lot yesterday then I woke up this morning to more than I've had for a few days. I'm freaked out every minute of every day. I just can't bear to think that there is a chance I could lose these blessings. I have started to talk to my babies and tell them they are nice and strong and to keep growing and stay with us.

Had my 1st OB appointment yesterday. All went well. Am really happy and comfortable with him. He is going to try and get me to 37 weeks, but I'm aware that I could go earlier.

He did a scan yesterday as it was 9 days since the big bleed. Both babies looked perfect. Both heartbeats fast and strong. One baby was sleeping..DH says that's our girl! And the other was having a party (DH says that's our boy!) waving his arms around. The busy one measured 9 weeks, 6 days, which was 2 days ahead, so I was so relieved with that. The sleepy baby couldn't be measured cause of where she was lying.

I was so relieved to see they were both ok and so amazed to see one so busy moving already that I was in tears.

So while I was relieved to see all was ok, I'm still so scared. The OB explained that I had a threatened miscarriage and that I'm very lucky to have got through it. He is also hopeful that things will be ok now. I'm still just lying in bed relaxing and I'm really not bored. I know I'm doing my job right now in protecting my babies.

I just want so much for all of this old blood to stop so I can enjoy this pregnancy. I'm so sick of being scared.

Thanks for the thoughts, shout outs and kind words everyone. I'm reading everyday, but just not posting. I figure you don't all need to hear me everyday freaking out!

Hoping everyone is well and having a good week.

You are all always in my heart and thoughts.

Hugs Bel and strong babies
xx