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*~3T Check In~*
If you have any changes to this list, wish to be removed, added, or have graduated (yay!), please shoot me a PM.
FYI: We don't want to exclude some ladies, but this is a check in for ladies who are unfortunately having troubletrying to conceive (TTTC=3T). If you've been trying for more than a year and/or have been diagnosed with any form of infertility OR are now pursuing adoption or have decided to remain childless following a 3T journey, you are welcome to join us.
Updates: Ok ladies... where are we at this week? Testing, Procedures, Appointments, Adoption updates, Life updates?.what?s going on, etc. Let's hear all about it!
QOTW: When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
FFC/AW of the Week (no rules):
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- akcrrr: TTC since December 2010, DX: unexplained IF with anovulation. Moving on to Clomid with IUI
- amandaf6383: TTC since July 2012. DX: PCOS. On Metformin. Clomid & getting healthy before pursuing IUI/IVF
- Barbbhoww: TTC since April 2011, DX: PCOS
-BioGirl21: TTC since September 2001, DX: none yet
-Ceciliam21: 3 years TTC. DX: PCOS/Anovulatory.
-davidandheather: TTC since 2007, DX; endo, hypothyroidism, MFI. Failed IUI and IVF. Miscarriage, Pursuing Adoption
-Destination09: TTC since February 2010, DX: PCOS, endo, MFI
-ErinNicole0105: TTC since Jan. 2010, DX: unexplained infertility
-Flamingo86: TTC since July 2012, 4 losses. Dx: MTHFR, clotting issues, otherwise unexplained. Considering adoption.
-Frizby: TTC since July 2011, trying some natural remedies before moving forward.
- FutureMrsWright2012 - TTX since March 2012. DX: low AMH and decreased BAF count. 5/20 - Clomid IUI
-IloveRedVino: DX: PCOS
-j&a09: TTC since October 2009, DX: PCOS & Unexplained MFI, IVF Summer 2012
-J+K0406 - TTC since Dec 2011 - unexplained, pursuing testing
-Laurasr1984: TTC since Jan 2011, off bcp March 2010.
-Littlelady77 ? TTC since Nov 2010, DX: DOR
-LooneyLife: TTC since May 2011, DX: Unexplained w/mild MFI
-Lulubunny1: TTC since March 2011, DX: MFI and slightly high prolactin. MRI shows no sign of tumor on pituitary, still needs HSG but all testing has been put on hold for now.
-MrsTRAV: TTC since March 2009, DX: Pituitary Microadenoma with surgery to remove tumor. Waiting on RE for treatment
-nfp147: TTC since Jan 2011, DX: crappy sperm
-poppies717 - TTC since Feb 2012, DX: unexplained. Moving to IVF in winter 2014
-PrincessLeah77 ? TTC since Feb 2012, DX: low ovarian reserve
-rccola1981: TTC since April 2011, DX: dx to mild PCOS, endometriosis and low sperm count
-Rockabye: TTC since Dec 2008, DX: PCOS with no ovulation at all. 2 failed Clomid/IUI cycles. Injectables April 2013 = BFN.
-Seahorsey: TTC since October 2008, DX:Unexplained IF with failed IUIs and IVFs
-Sweetpotato123 - Diagnosed with PCOS August 2012, all tests clear for both me and Mr (will be doing another HSG hopefully in December just in case) . 4 unsuccessful rounds of Clomid, 3 femara/inject iuis with 1 chemical and one miscarriage just shy of 6 weeks. Going for more testing to look at cause of losses and trying to stay hopeful.
-Xan921: TTC since March 2012. DX irregular and anovulatory cycles.
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TTC Since January 2011 - We have bad spermdx: Unexplained IF (mild MFI)
TTC since May 2011, 1 year trying, and then 3 TI, 2 IUI = BFN
IVF #1 (May 2013): Antagonist Protocol:24R, 18M, 15F w/ICSI; 5dt of 2 early blasts, no frosties = BFN
IVF #2 (August 2013): Lupron Stop Protocol:
28R, 23M, 15F w/ICSI; 5dt of 1 partially hatched blast, 7 frosties = BFP
EDD 5/23/14, blighted ovum (6w6d), D&C (8w6d)
FET #1 (April 2014): transferred 2 5d blasts = BFP
C.J. born 01/09/15
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Dx w/ PCOS IR 8/2009 - On Metformin
3/2011 - 100mg Clomid + IUI = BFN
100mg Clomid + TI = Anovulatory
2/2012 150mg,200mg Clomid + Trigger + IUI + Prog = BFN
5/2012 = Surprise BFP M/C @ 6 weeks
5/2013 - Femara, Trigger + IUI + Prog = BFN
Though, we have started being more vocal about IF and the possibility of adoption. We've never discussed it with friends/family, but it has started entering conversation.
I wanted to be a teacher. I regularly regret that I didn't follow that path.
FET - transferred two embryos (boy and girl) - Nov 2014 - BFP!
B/w 1/8: betas 17,345, progesterone 25.6
~TTC Buddies with akcrrr and amandaf6383~
Natural Cycle (8/7/13)- BFP! Beta #1 (9/10/13): 509 Progesterone: 18.64 Beta #2 (9/12/13): 1118
Nothing here that wasn't covered in my post yesterday.
I wanted to be a ballerina when I was little. I held onto that dream until I was 16 and decided that any occupation where I had to be a certain weight was going to suck.
Married August 2009
3 years. 5 losses.
Our rainbow baby boy born 11.16.15
Just waiting to see if I O this cycle. My temps have been unusually stable... this is really weird for me.. I'm actually shocked given the intense stress I've been under for the last 3+ weeks.
QOTW: Truthfully, the only thing I really ever really wanted to be was a mom. I've never in my life had big career aspiriations or anything.. Blah.
In Christ alone my hope is found. He is my LIGHT, my STRENGTH, and my SONG!
T-TTC since Dec 2008. PCOS/nonexistant cycles(anovulation) and endo. HSG in '10 revealed both tubes blocked. Lap surgery in Dec '10 to correct. Failed Clomid/IUI and injectable(Bravelle)/IUI cycles so far.
Qotw: I wanted to be a teacher which is what I went to school for but things happen. Sometimes it think about getting back to that but who knows.
Lots of love and hugs to everyone!!
I just had my second opinion today and really liked the RE. Although the practice is 1 1/2 hours away, they partner with the office I've been seeing. So no real changes except for the new doctor calling the shots. Long story short, he confirmed PCOS, again (25 eggs/follies on each ovary!) and doesn't think I need to do any additional testing. Because we never saw a sac on the last failed pregnancy, he classifies it as a chemical. So even if we wanted to do additional chromosome testing or anything else, insurance wouldn't cover it.
We're going to do the same protocol- Femara + Follistim, but go super slow and low (ex. 75 iu on days 7 and 9, ultrasound day 12 instead of 100 iu days 7-10). We did touch on IVF a bit, which is pretty scary with my OHSS almost every time with injects. He doesn't think we could ever do a fresh cycle. Good news is the clinic was ranked in the top 20 nationwide for IVF, so if we go that route I feel comfortable. Based on the ultrasound today, he thinks I'll be getting my period naturally (!) soon, plus the 63mm cyst is down to 14mm. I'm hopeful we can try one more cycle before the end of year, so crossing fingers my ovaries calm down and the cysts go away soon!
When I was little I wanted to be a doctor. I work in Talent Acquisition now, so I was pretty off!
"I DO NOT love that you think so many things revolve around you. I know you're bitter. I get it. But I'm over your feelings." The best person on the internet ever!
Update: day 3 of Lupron. It hurts :-(. I'm nervous about moving forward, but I'm pretty removed emotionally from doing the shots. I'm like a robot. In mental health news, I snuck in my dxs in a post yesterday. I qualify for clinical depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorder. My mom wasn't surprised at all, but I haven't told DH yet. I think it will really break him to hear how bad I really feel. He wants to fix things for me. He tells me all the time he just wants me to be happy. 3T is killing him because he can't give me what I desire, so I think it's best to hold off on telling him. For the second week in a month, I ask, "Does this make me a bad wife?" I feel like I'm dealing pretty well, so why burden him?
I wanted to be a lawyer or a teacher. After the best night of parent conferences, I'm glad I went into teaching. I am working with some amazing parents this year!
"I DO NOT love that you think so many things revolve around you. I know you're bitter. I get it. But I'm over your feelings." The best person on the internet ever!
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TTC Since January 2011 - We have bad sperm@poppies717, ((hugs)) I'm so sorry you're dealing with these things. In the end, they're your emotions and how you feel, so I'm sure your H would continue to support you, but I understand not wanting to give him something else to think about. You're so strong! Not a bad wife at all!
B/w 1/8: betas 17,345, progesterone 25.6
Update: CD1 here. I am a regular cycler now. How fuckin' weird is that? I don't even know what to do with myself when I can actually look ahead on a calendar and say, "Oh, I'll probably have CD 1 on December 23"??
My new trainer is AHHHHHHHHHHH-MA-ZING. Like, kick my ass all the time workouts, but I have fun with him, so I actually look forward to going. And I just need 5 more lbs to be able to do IVF 2.0. No big deal.
QOTW: When I was little I wanted to be a mom and a teacher. Well, at least I've achieved the last part.
Baby Boy born 5.3.15
@Xan921 and @sweepotatoe123 good luck on your upcoming cycles and new protocol!
@Poppies717 I am sorry that things are so tough. I know Alan had a hard time dealing with my depression over 3T, but shutting him out did more harm than help. I hope you guys are able to communicate and you have a good talk. Good luck this cycle! I am rooting for you!
As always I am sending lots of love to all of you.
TTC#2 4/14
A Parachute in an Oak Tree: A World of Love
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@poppies I would be conflicted about sharing too, but I can tell you that I have tried to protect my H by not telling him something until later and he found out from a way I hadn't planned (family member) and it hurt him more than helped him. As aim said, you know him best, though, so do what you feel is best looking at all outcomes.
@aimothy holy crap!!!!! Only 5 lbs?!? That's amazing!! You are a rockstar, nay, an exercise goddess.
Qotd: I wanted to be a mom. That was it. Everything else waffled through like Vet, dog trainer, actress, bilingual something. I didn't pick PT until sophomore year in college.