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The forum has a new look and the Fairfax Team is so excited to create the best experience for our users.
To Note:
Private Donor Groups and Private Sibling Connection Groups are now located under the category "Groups". Search the donor number in the search box and you should find exactly what you're looking for!
Questions about your forum access? Email forum@fairfaxcryobank.com
Follow these steps to join a private donor group:
1) Press "Join" at the right of the group
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Comments
Moe - Fingers crossed for good results with the genetic testing. How many weeks are you now?
Me, I had my 9 week u/s today (well really 8w4d) and Little Bit is growing well. We could see him/her wiggling around. Little arms and legs are starting to grow. Wow, so amazing. There is still a little blood in my uterus but the doctor is not really concerned. I haven't had any spotting for 5 days and he says that I may or may not see a little more. I'm still belching like a champion and tend to get nauseous in the evenings but am doing well. I'm still loving my naps! Thank god I work from home.
Enjoy those naps!!!
You're lucky you can work from home. I don't think I would get anything done....LOL
My follow up genetic test results will be back in about 10 days. I'm hopeful and have a positive outlook.
Littlepete, how's the TWW? When is your beta scheduled?? Hope you're keeping busy and that the time is flying by!
Well, I'm just back from yoga and need to sleep:-)
Moe
My next appt is with my OB on Tuesday. The RE said to be sure to have an ultrasound btwn 11-13 weeks to look at the neck, they can detect lots of Down's cases that way. Praying for a healthy baby. I will hopefully be cleared to travel to NYC in mid-September for a business trip that I need to make.
Hope everyone is well. Sticky healthy baby dust to all!
Wish I had good news but no negative. This was my last chance and think I'm out now. Not sure what the plan is from here--can't think too much right now. Trying to stay focused on the fact that I can start running and doing hot yoga again and feel normal...not having to stop every time my ovaries are swollen! I will keep checking in to see how all of you are doing.
Littlepete, i'm so sorry. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Best of luck in whatever you decide to do and enjoy that hot yoga and eating what you want. HUGS.
Anne, congrats on graduating to your OB!!! Just an FYI that when you do your screening to look at the nasal bone and the amount of fluid behind the neck (NT screen) they will also do a bloodtest. Based on your age alone it will most likely show a false positive. Have you given any thought to if you want to do the invasive tests like CVS or amino? Be sure to ask about the Maternati21 bloodtest that's almost as accurate (97%) as amino results.
Good luck on Tuesday!
Moe
Anne, so glad to read about your progress and good news! Keep up the good work and keep us posted.
Moe, glad you're well on your way. Keep us updated
I should be doing a frozen transfer sometime in Sept so cross your fingers and say your prayers for me! I only have one embryo (5 day blast) but I know it only takes one so that's what I'm focusing on!
I hope your doing well!!!!! I just wanted to let you know my fingers were crossed for your next cycle. It only takes one.
Xoxo
Charlotte
I saw ur heartbeats in a signature on another thread. I just wanted you to know u changed my opinion on the sex of your baby. It's definately a GIRL!
Charlotte
I'm actually headed to NYC for 8-16 Sept myself. Just hoping I can find someone to lift my bag into the overhead for me. Have to take it easy but I do have permission from the OB. I work remote and this will be the first time in 2 years that I'm seeing my boss face to face. Going to be giving her the big news on Monday since I'll be 12 weeks, a little early, but I want to do it face to face rather than over the phone. Wish me luck!
Good luck on your trip too! Just have the flight attendants help you out, that's what they're there for
I'm doing fine just dealing with pregnancy hormones and getting easily irritated. Need to step back from situations and EXHALE.. Anyway, I'm plugging along at 17w3d. and still haven't gained a pound BUT my regular clothes, aside from work scrubs don't fit. I clearly have a baby bump this week! Thankfully, a friend of mine gave me two bags of brand new maternity clothes so I'm set through the Fall and Winter seasons. She has a 6 month old and will be handing down all her stuff like her swing, basinette, tub, etc. God is GOOD!!
I will have my anatomy scan on Sept 24 which cannot come quick enough...but again NO Peeking! I still think I'm having a boy despite the high heartrate. Many of my friends' have said that heartrate prediction didn't work for them especially the ones that had a boy then a girl. Their rates were essentially the same. I think the rate has more to do with mom's metabolism....mine has always been very fast which has kept me tall and skinny well into my 40's. Can't stop eating!!! LOL.
Just wanted to check in with everyone! Hope all is well and lets hear some updates :-)
All the best!
Moe
All is not lost though, as I am moving on to the IVF Train, LOL. One thing that I have learned from being a part of this forum is not to waste to much time with IUI's. So, I talked to my RE and he agreed, and I have my orientation appointment on September 26th. I can't believe that this self-proclaimed needle phobe is about to position herself to be a human pin cushion. However, if this is what it takes for me to get my sunshine, then this is what I will do.
I am flat out excited for all of you who have made it over the conception hump and currently in the carrying phase. You really give hope to those of us who are still trying.
Peace and blessings to you all and I will keep you posted with my updates.
Moe
I just got back from a great trip to NYC. I told my boss and her boss that I am pregnant. Everyone was so excited and happy for me. But of course, I got a cold on the plane there. By Wednesday I sounded like Froggie and totally stuffy nose and nasty cough. Being sick and not being able to take meds suck. But my boss was awesome and I went back to the hotel early most days to sleep some extra. Getting better, cough is lessening and I can start to breathe again. Fun (not!).
Did brunch with NYC friends on Saturday and a couple were laughing at how my breasts have grown. I'm a whopping E cup now! And I'm only 13 weeks!
I have the genetic counselling appt and ultrasound this afternoon. Nervous but trying to stay positive.
I heard the heartbeat for the first time, WOW! A strong and steady 161 beats per minute
Congrats honey!! I really thought that you were getting to hear your little one's heartbeat with your follow up ultrasounds. That's so awesome that you were able to hear it today. You must be over the moon!!! I was so surprised when I first heard the heartbeat...I couldn't believe it. I wanted to hear it every week...which of course didn't happen. Enjoy your good news.
Does anyone else have an occasional pressure/ache in their lower right ab/pelvic zone. I'm guessing it's just stretching of my body but will be asking the doc. I really hope that I'm not one of those freaking out pregnant ladies!
Anne,
Congrats on your test results...woo-hoo!! Round Ligament pains are what you're describing. The ligaments supporting your pelvis/uterus are stretching to accomodate the growth. I've had groin twinges from time to time...Now that my intestines have officially taken up residence one foot above where they normally are, I feel crazy pressure bending to tie my shoe. Have to sit down now. As of yesterday, I gained 2 pounds....which is a chore for someone with the metabolism of a fruit fly! Feel like I'm eating/snacking every two/three hours. Won't complain anymore....there could be worse things right?
Be sure to let us know how your OB appt went. How many weeks are you now??
How's everyone doing on their fertility/pregnancy paths?? Let's hear some updates ladies :-) Be well and be encouraged!!
All the best!
Moe
The doctor appt went great. I gained 5 lbs in the last month. She wants me walking a lot. The heartbeat was strong and my blood pressure perfect (120/62). I'm a full 14 weeks and feeling great.
I leave in 25 days to begin the IVF journey. on Oct 15th, I begin estrace for the estrogen priming. Praying this is the one that works!
Sine4me....let the countdown begin!! Congrats to getting closer to jumping aboard and getting things started!!
Continued sticky baby dust....
Moe