Sharon - oh no I am so sorry - what else can I say?
Susan - all the best for your blood test!
Crossing my fingers - welcome and I am so sorry for your loss Good luck for TTC again
Kerry - hope the TWW goes fast for you - all the best!
sweeetpetite - hi and welcome I am so sorry for your losses. I have had 2 early miscarriages and am feeling quite the same as you are at the moment - I also feel very alone and that none of my friends or DH really understand what I have been through (and am still going through), not to mention worried that I won't be able to have a sibling for my 3 year old DD I am 37 now and feel like the clock is ticking for me now. I hope you can find a bit of support here, and maybe it will be some consolation that you are not the only one that feels like you do.
satya - I hope you are going well - all the best for this month, you never know!!
salt - hope you are going well too - all the best for this month!
Hi to everyone I've missed, sorry but I just don't have much time to go back through all the posts much further than this!
I'm CD6 today and have finally finished taking my first lot of Clomid - 50mg. It's been pretty crappy actually - I've had nausea and mood swings since I started taking it, and have been mega hormonal and grumpy today!! Poor DH!
All I can say is I hope this works and that I don't have to up the dose next month to 100mg because I just don't know how I will manage I'll probably be puking for the whole 5 days! LOL
I know I have to get over this all, and it's probably just the Clomid, but I'm just feeling so down about all this TTC business at the moment - that's why I haven't posted for a while. I think I need to just step back from it for a bit - I don't know. I just think I'm going to be really bummed if the Clomid doesn't work in a month or two.
Thanks all for your support. It has helped to read some of your stories although I wish none of us was going thru these experiences. After I wrote a couple days ago, I just kind of went numb and yesterday I was very, very sad. Today is a bit better but I know I am still in for good and bad days for a bit. I much dread the rest of this year as a friend told me she just finished her 12 wks and all was well w/ her preg. about the time I was unknowingly losing mine. Of course I wish her well (I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy) but I wish things would go as well for me too. She had her 1st child shortly after my 2nd m/c. It's going to be hard. But I resolve to try again.
Sharon19270: The reason I was thinking 3mos was that the anesthesiologist for my D&C said something about waiting 3mos and trying again - after he regaled me w/ the story of how his wife had 2 m/cs but now they have 4 kids. I know he was trying to be helpful but not what I wanted to hear at the time! I have since read that it is suggested to wait for one AF (4-6 wks) and then TTC. I should get it about the time that the results from the analysis of my D&C come back so I will start TTC then (if I can wait that long!). On a side note, so sorry to hear about the spotting.
Flowerchild: Thanks so much for your concern. Sometimes I feel so angry (and like such a failure) towards myself for the m/cs, I don't know what to do w/ the feelings. But it is important that I show my daughter (even at this young age) that disappointment should be met with strength and resolve. That is what I intend to do - even if on the inside I am distraught. Curious though -- do people going thru this go to counselors or find support groups? You also asked about why I chose to go w/ IUI after my 2nd m/c. After the 2nd, I was having trouble TTC. B/c of my age, the fert spec thought it would be more likely I would be successful sooner w/ some help. I'm glad I did it b/c it did work and now I have my DD. Plus I learned that I have 2 different clotting factors and was put on fragmin (heparin) and aspirin. Important info for the next time. Unfortunately he also told me my ovaries are 2 yrs older than my biological age which is why I'm concerned about turning 40. But I got preg right away last time and that was just 2 mos ago so I am hoping it will happen again (if I can manage to not get too stressed).
CrossingMyFingers: So, so sorry to hear about your loss. I lost mine around 6wks and didn't find out until 10wks. I feel really stupid for not knowing and for continuing to plan and get excited. I will be crossing my fingers for you as you TTC now.
Thx again all of you for your support. I have read some good info on this site that will help me ask intelligent questions of my OB when my results come back. Best wishes for all of you in your quest for that sticky bfp! Is there a dictionary for all these abbrevs somewhere??!!
Had a really busy weekend so haven't had a chance to get on til now.
Sharon - your symptoms are sounding positive. Spotting can happen when pregnant so don't get sad yet - it could be implantation.
Sweetpetite - You've had a rough trot of it. A couple of things you mentioned concerned me greatly. The first thing was thoughts of hurting yourself. You really should seek professional help as should anyone who is having those thoughts. The other concern was that you said you are not eating or drinking properly. When preparing for pregnancy you must eat well and drink lots of water so that you have the essential nutrients for a successful pregnancy. Seeking help would probably also assist with that as well. I'd suggest not trying again until you get your mind and your body back to an even keel.
Britkane8 - good luck with your results today.
crossmyfingers - Sorry for your loss. Both my losses were early at about 5 & 6 weeks and were natural ones. I can't imagine what it's like to be merrily going along not knowing that anything's wrong only to find out it's been over for a couple of months. There are a number of ladies here who've been through the same thing so I'm sure they will be able to offer you some support, knowing exactly what it's like to go through. BB has been my saviour on my bad days, I just come in here and type away and it always makes me feel better.
Megsmum - ttcing really can get you down when it goes on for a while and the clomid probably isn't making things any easier for you.
I managed to get through the very difficult situation of seeing my SIL for the first time after her pg announcement. As expected she went on and on about it and every subject kept getting turned back to pg. I had to walk out of the room a few times as I just couldn't take it. Even when she knew it was upsetting me she kept doing it. Lots of alcohol got me through it. I just hope she doesn't have the misfortune of having a m/c and then have to sit there and listen to someone else who's equally insensitive about their pg.
CD 10 for me today. My high temp was a stray one so I am indeed still waiting to O somewhere between CD13-16. Madly taking my evening primrose oil now.
Sounds like you are a cracker of a poker player, Britkane!!! Hope your luck with the cards is matched with equally good news with the BT results today. Everything's crossed for you!!
Crossingmyfingers, welcome to this thread. Sorry for your loss. Was there any reason given by your doctor to have to wait 6 months? I had a missed miscarriage too this year. It's hard not to feel that your body has in some way tricked you, isn't it. But I guess it also means that our bodies are good at providing a home for our bubs. Congrats on getting your AF a month to the day of your D&C. Hope your TTC journey is a sweet one!
Sharon, I was thinking that spotting might be implantation too after looking at your charts. I wonder if you're implanting late? Hope AF stays away for you and that you're announcing a BFP to us within the next few days.
Hello Megsmum, sorry the Clomid is running amok with your emotions. It sure is one hormonal rollercoaster. Hope you get the high of a really sticky BFP this cycle. IKWYM about hearing the clock ticking. I do too.
Sweetpetite, I'm glad to hear you're feeling a bit better. It does take time and lots of support. Don't feel you can't ever ask for help. That's what it's there for. My ex committed an act of self harm not long after we broke up and six years on I miss him as keenly as the day it happened. Counselling will help with getting through this time. I also asked my GP to prescribe antidepressants for me and they helped too. As for a dictionary of the popular abbreviations used on BB, if you go to the welcome forum, there is a thread there with all the acronyms and what they mean.
Satya, you did well to cope as well as you did with your SIL's performance. It would take me a hangover worth of alcohol to get through that one! Hope the evening primrose oil does the trick for you. Good luck with catching the eggie!
Back to work for me today, argghh. I have to do a presentation and I've not slept well. At least I won't be thinking about whether I'm pg or not all day today! Hope everyone has a great start to the week.
I've been away for a few days with DH, out last romantic weekend before we take the IVF plunge. Firstly, Sharon, I hope your spotting has gone away, if not from my experience it can be OK if u don't have cramps or bright blood. I understand how u feel though and my thoughts are with u.
I've collected my bag of IVF 'goodies', I'm sure it'll take me the next week to sort it out although I have to start Provera tablets shortly. Now I'm just keen to get it over with.
Crossingmyfingers - I am very sorry to hear what happened to you . Good luck with ttc!
Janeo - I am in Melbourne, thanks for your advice, I found a naturopath/acupuncturist through referral and I have an appt on Thurs. Hopefully someone I click with!!!
Kbowman - Good luck with your presentation today and I cross my fingers for you and send you big fat sticky babydust vibes for that BFP!!!
Satya - you mentioned evening primrose oil. Do you take the amount on the package or did you get advice from a naturopath re dosage? I have it in my cupboard, but the recommended dosage seems quite high (6000mg) compared to what I read on the Internet 1500mg.
On the subject of your SIL I know exactly how you feel. My SIL is a bit insensitive and the last time we met I was still pregnant. Now I have not had the guts to turn up to any family event where she is at as I am afraid that I will just break out in tears. You are doing a whole lot better than me if you can turn up in the first place - well done!!! It's sooooo hard!!!!
Susan - go poker girl!! Good luck with your BT results.
Hello to everybody else..
As for me I got AF yesterday, hurray!!! Now I can TTC again... Has anybody else had AF 2 weeks after D&C? 2 weeks seems a bit short for a cycle, but then I guess everything is a bit out of whack anyway... Anybody??
Sweetpetite- i know i felt really dumb walking around telling everyone that i was three months... i finally started to bleed when i was at a friends baby shower...that kinda sucked...and it was my boyfriends birthday as well i wish you lots of luck as well.
Penny- I just had a d&c a month ago on june 12th i just got Af on the 12th so i got mine a month after...Good luck to you in TTC!
Kbowman- Thanks for the support i wish you as well lots of luck!!!
As for me... still waiting for AF to get out of town.... crossing everything that i can for everyone lots of luck and baby dust etc thanks everyone for your kind words it helps alot!
Penny - It's almost been two weeks since I've had my m/c but then again, I had a natural one, so I'm not sure about the difference between how long it takes with a natural or a d & c
Sharon19270 – I’m so sorry AF arrived, I understand about not being on here for a couple of weeks. Hugs…
Saltprincess – have you O’d yet? Lots of prayers for a sticky for you this month hun.
Satya – how did you go after hearing about your colleague’s baby? Hope you are okay, lots of hugs. God, your SIL needs to learn some tact! Sorry if that sounds harsh but some people have no idea!
Sweetpetite – welcome, and I hope your stay with us is short.
Britkane – did you get your BT results?
Username – think I will keep Shoegal. If anyone IRL finds me (not that I have told them) then what’s the worst that can happen? Am very attached to my username now I think!!
Flowerchild – thanks for the warning about the sensitivity of the digital HPT’s. This might sound silly but how do I know how what the miu is? I have some Confirm HPT’s that I bought at Coles, will these be more sensitive than the digital HPT? I’d like to use these up before I purchase the LC ones.
One more question, from what DPO does implantation occur? Does anyone know?? Do you ALWAYS get cramping?
well i got my bt results and its a negative my hcg have not dropped back to normal yet from having my m/c so now i have to go back and get another lot of bt donr in 2 weeks...so looks like we are still ttc with you girls oh well.....
i hope all of you are doing ok i will back on 2morrow to do personals i have lots i have to do today.so i just popped in to tell u how i went....
love susan
p.s i hvae noticed that i have been losing some ewcm the past 2 days so hope thats a good sign
Penny, congrats on getting AF 2 weeks after your D&C. I had to wait 2 months! So not long now before you'll be able to "get jiggy with it", lol.
Oh Susan, I'm so sorry, sweetie, that the BT was negative for you. Checking to see how you went today was the first thing I did when signing on to BB this afternoon after I got home from work.
Shoegal, the Confirm HPT are 25miu I think if they are the regular ones so would be less than the digital variety. I did a quick Google on implantation and I found this information: HCG hormone starts being produced when the pregnancy implants into the uterine lining. The findings in normal women trying to conceive included: first appearance of HCG (implantation) occurred 6-12 days after ovulation, 84% of the pregnancies implanted on days 8-10 after ovulation. The same site said that early pregnancy loss increased with later implantation. Implantation early pregnancy loss rate: 13% by day 9, 26% on day 10, 52% on day 11, 86% on day 12 or more.
Well, my presentation went okay (not the disaster I suspected it could have been) and I am very glad it's all over. I shall be able to sleep tonight! And I hope to see my temperature staying where it is! Here I am, 4DPO, and I have been visualising fertilisation and implantation. Hope my visualisations work! Now I sound like a fruitcake! Ha ha.
Kbowman - I'm glad your presentation went well today. I hope the rest of your tww flies by.
Penny - I'm using 3000 miligrams or whatever the measurement is of the evening primrose oil caps. I'm using them in a hope to improve my EWCM as I don't seem to get much of it anymore. Last cycle I only used 1000 and it didn't do anything at all.
Shoegal - my work colleague had her baby on Friday arvo after going in to labour Thursday morning. I didn't hear about the birth until today. In fact I heard a heap about it today. Another girl at work couldn't stop speaking about it as she'd been talking to the new mum who had given her all the gory details.... and she had complications so there were lots of details. It drove me absolutely nuts. People just don't seem to get that if you've had a m/c and are not yet pg again you just don't want to hear about it.
Well AF turned up for me this afternoon and I just wanted to cry, to say I am not happy is an understatement, I feel like giving up! depending on my mood over the next few days I may or may not be back this week.
Big hugs, Sharon. It's rotten to keep going through this. Just awful.
Satya, have you tried drinking green tea? It's also supposed to increase ewcm. And drinking lots of water, too. I use LC pre-seed to make sure the environment is *right*, lol.
Satya, Salt & Sharon - big hugs to you ladies, I feel so frustrated for you too - it will happen, damm its hard to be patient. Thinking of you xoxo
Hello to all you other lovely ladies, and I'm cheering you on for the rest of your TWWs and testing
I've been pretty out of it, DH has the flu, and think he's sharing it with me - on top of all the hormones and emotions, I've just had to give in and go to bed during the day. I cannot stop thinking about my boy - it's constant and there's no let up, like a video playing over and over........ one things for sure - there's no replacing one babe with another...
I always check in on my soon-to-be-pregnant buddies though
Hi everyone I just got back from out of town, it was a work thing though. I teach dance so it was a dance camp and I sprained my ankle which sucks but it was so fun other than that. I just wanted to drop by and say hi to everyone!
I've been away from home and MIA for a while, so thought i'd pop in and see how you're all going. I really do think of you all every day and am praying for lots of happy endings, and soon!
To all the new girls, hello, and so sorry you've had to join this thread. I just can't believe m/c happens so often, it's so unfair. I feel gutted everytime i hear about it happening to someone else.
Pash, i don't know if you're still around but i'm so pleased it wasn't a molar pregnancy. Do you think you'll ttc again soon? tell me to bugger off if that's too personal a question.
I wish you all the best girls, everything's crossed for BFPs for you all.
On 3 days post IUI HCG 3000iu for luteal support. The blood test is due on 16dpo which is Thursday 25th July. Nothing to do in the meantime except invest a small fortune in HPT's i suspect... We have a two pack of Discover tests in the medicine cupboard which we will not touch until at least 14dpo. Ok that we will at least TRY not to touch until 14dpo. Oh hell, who are we trying to fool here. Wish us luck!!!
I am so sorry - what else can I say?
Hope your luck with the cards is matched with equally good news with the BT results today. Everything's crossed for you!! 
i wish you lots of luck as well.
thanks everyone for your kind words it helps alot!
So not long now before you'll be able to "get jiggy with it", lol.
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