Dory – Thanks so much for the welcome and your support. It’s good to know that people really are having children past 40. DH and I were prepared for the probability that it would take us longer to conceive because of our age, but we never once thought about miscarriage until it began happening. Strangely enough, the only year we didn’t conceive since starting our journey was the year we sought ‘medical assistance’ (clomid and IVF). Go figure...

I am interested in the Beer book you mentioned. I read several of his articles online and checked out his website. I’ll have to make sure I read it before the ‘traditional’ test results come back so I’ll be prepared to talk to the RE if they come back ‘normal’. Also, good point about the low platelets. I never really thought about what might be causing my extreme bruising. I’ll mention it to the RE when I see him next.

Good luck with your information search (here’s hoping you find only what you’re looking for). I also hope you got out the other day for that hot drink! I had to laugh when I read that initially - we are sweltering here in Raleigh. I think we skipped spring and shot straight into summer. Had to remind myself that you’re moving on towards winter where you are.

Hope everyone else is doing well!