Weekly Check-In 9.7

[txmommy14]

Hello Ladies, hope it's okay if I start this!

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally?

How was your weekend?

Anything new to share?

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week?

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?)

[txmommy14]

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally?

I am doing okay. Two pregnancy announcements this week, totally unexpected. Yesterday we went to frozen yogurt with our neighbor that has a 9 month old and they told us they were expecting #2. We both got in the car to go home and were pretty sad. Also, my SIL is due next week. I have a friend that's in the hospital because her morning sickness is so bad she's throwing up constantly. I've kind of been avoiding my newly pregnant friends because I've realized it's emotionally too hard to constantly be asking how they're doing, etc. However, this is a good friend and I am going to bring her a meal to the hospital this week. I'm just praying I can have a good attitude about it and not be so jealous, because I know she's miserable, even though she's so happy to be pregnant again (our sons are 2 weeks apart in age).

How was your weekend? It's been great! Lots of family time, church, nephew's birthday party, and had some friends over for dinner on Saturday.

Anything new to share? Nope. I'm waiting to ovulate, I think. My doctor thinks I have "weak ovulation" and I am going to talk with her at my annual about our plan for the rest of the year and if we want to do any additional testing (I've met my out of pocket max since I had an appendectomy in April) and we will hit a year of trying in November. We'll see. I don't feel hopeful about this cycle, but I'm also trying to be more relaxed (I didn't temp the first 10 days of the cycle and slept so much better because of it!)

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week? Hmmm....he has been pretty difficult lately. However, he has started randomly saying, "Hug" or, "Kiss" and coming up to us to hug or kiss, which is so sweet (he is 17 months old). I just wish he would start walking and stop being so stubborn!

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?)
We went to lunch with family today and are going to take DS to the mall play area and to get ice cream later tonight! Other than that, we've just been relaxing around the house.

[soultrane]

Thanks for the check-in txmommy14!

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally?
I don't even know anymore and I think I'm losing my mind. I'm gonna confess, I had 2 weird tests last weekend - 2 very faint positives a few days before AF was due, but they disappeared really quickly (like within seconds) so I second-guessed myself. I tested again on what would have been CD1 or CD2 and it was definitely a BFN. I started spotting 2 days after AF was due, but that's all I've had since. Consistent spotting/very light bleeding for almost a week now but nothing close to what I would consider a normal period. I double-checked again tonight and got another BFN, so I don't know wtf is happening. Definitely going to call my OB in the morning to see what they think. Between that and everything happening with my step-dad, I'm spent.

How was your weekend?
It was ok. My birthday was Saturday and DH made me a really nice dinner and got an ice cream cake. I spent a few hours at the hospital each day and got some good snuggle time with G each night.

Anything new to share?
Just my weird non-period paired with multiple BFNs. CP? Stress? Ugh...frustrating.

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week?
He asks every day how Grandpa is doing and it makes me really proud to see how concerned he is for him. He also climbed the rock climbing wall at the park like it was no big thing!

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?)
I went to the hospital today and hung out with my mom for a few hours and then we went and ate at a little outdoor bistro a few blocks away. It was good to see her get outside for a bit, and just to talk about normal things with her.

[soultrane]

Welp, apparently all I had to do was bitch about it because guess who finally decided to show this morning in full force? Complete with a second round of cramps this cycle. At least I took the day off!

[babyzebra]

txmommy14 sorry for all the pregnancies around you. That's very nice of you to bring your friend a meal in the hospital though! My DS is just a little older than yours and he's been difficult too, but those hugs and kisses make it all better!

soultrane sorry for the BFN. T&P for your stepdad's health. Happy belated birthday!

[babyzebra]

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally?
I'm doing pretty well on both fronts. I think maybe possibly I might be ready to TTC either next cycle or in 2 cycles from now. I'm just so scared still, but I know I want more kids, so I need to let that be the deciding factor instead of my fear of another loss. I'm getting there slowly but surely.

How was your weekend?
It was pretty good. We got together with some family and friends. DS was able to impress many people with his eating skills with some good Labor Day cooking! He is 19 months old and he eats as much as a grown man! I know he will likely eventually become very picky like many kids, so I'm enjoying this stage for now!

Anything new to share?
Nope

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week?
I think DS is right on the cusp of starting to say more words. He has 2-3 words now, but he is starting to mimic more sounds that we make. I'm excited for him to be able to express himself a little better.

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?)
We just hung out with some friends and ate good food.

[cassey910]

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally? I am doing good. I have been so tired the last few days. Today AF showed up. First one since my MMC and so far it seems normal.
How was your weekend? It was so much fun. Me and two of my best friends went to Gatlinburg for the weekend. We went zip lining and horseback riding and ate amazing food. One of the girls is 8 weeks pregnant when she first told me it was hard because of my loss. I really am so excited for her and I'm glad she told me and didn't feel weird around me. It didn't make the weekend weird or hard it was just fun!
Anything new to share? Nothing besides getting AF and moving another step closer to TTC.
What was the best moment with your LO(s) this week? He has had a cold poor guy. But we have still had some fun times playing outside. I loved getting videos of him while I was out of town. He started taking his finger and putting it to his cheek and saying hmmm while tilting his head. It's so funny.
Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?) I went to my Barre workout class, then me and DH took DS to feed the ducks. After nap we went shopping. We had to miss my nieces 1st birthday party since DS was sick. I did not want to risk getting the other kids sick.

[cassey910]

txmommy14 hugs and sorry you are having a hard time
soultrane sorry for the BFN. Happy Belated Birthday! Mine is Thursday
babyzebra yay for maybe being ready to TTC it's such a big step.

[babyzebra]

cassey910 that sounds like a great weekend! I've always wanted to go zip lining! I'm glad you were alright around your pregnant friend. I hope your DS gets better soon!

[fabk]

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally?
Okay. I had a follow up with my np today after seeing my Dr a couple weeks ago about stress etc. she said I have anxiety and depression (scored evenly on both questionnaires). But since I am already trying to fix myself they are happy with my progress but still waiting to see a counsellor.

How was your weekend?
Good. Low key. But good

Anything new to share?
I am part of a parent panel for pregnancy and infant loss for my hospital. I am excited and nervous. I am supposed to keep it positive which will be hard.

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week?
All the alone time this weekend was awesome.

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?)
None. At all. It was lovely.

[woodenshoes]

How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally? I am doing good both emotionally and physically. Every now and then I have small breakdowns.

How was your weekend? My weekend was good. DH, DS, and I went on a little weekend away. We went to the Detroit Zoo. It was nice to get away for a couple nights.

Anything new to share? I am back to work now. So life has just become super busy again. I am trying to get into a good routine again. My son has cried when I left at daycare the last two days. It breaks my heart.

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week? Taking him to the zoo. He is starting to enjoy zoos more and more each time we take him. We took him on the carousel at the zoo and he liked that too. He was scared at first, but once it started going he giggled a little. It also was fun swimming with him at the hotel.

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?) For Labor day we spent most the day at my parents. We didn't really do anything. We drove to my parents Sunday morning, so we did more on Sunday than Labor day.

[tbonequeen13]

thanks for doing check-in, txmommy14. I totally feel you on avoiding newly pregnant friends, luckily most of mine have been friends that don't live in the same city on me, and it's a heck of a lot easier to avoid them when the only contact we have is social media...

soultrane, glad you finally got an answer, even if it wasn't the one you had hoped for..I'm sure the amount of stress you've been under was behind the weirdness..

babyzebra, DD is like that too..she'll eat just about anything...she's almost 3 and hasn't hit the picky stage yet, so I'm sort of in denial that we'll have to deal with it, lol

cassey910, Gatlinburg's in my neck of the woods...it's a great place to have some fun, and it sounds like you all did!

fabk, that panel sounds great...i hope it's a good way to show the medical community how to better handle our situations

woodenshoes, sounds like you all had a really fun weekend!

sorry to be so late to the party everyone, major computer issues at work, which is basically the only place I spend much time on the computer.


How's everyone doing? Physically? Emotionally? Doing ok...DH and I are starting to plan a trip for next Nov, so it's forced us to bring up the subject of TTC...I won't be medically cleared till Dec, but I think we're going to delay a few more months so I can have a little longer to deal with my weight and so we can for sure go on this trip (Disney World!)

How was your weekend? Great! Super busy though..we didn't get a chance to try DD in underwear b/c we weren't home long enough, so I'm not sure when I'm going to have time to try it now, since we're into the busy season for us

Anything new to share? Nope

What was your best moment with your LO(s) this week? Sharing the last Boomsday with us..they've done it for 28 years, and I've been to 27..it's sad that they are just up and ending it, but at least I'll have pictures to show that she went the 3 years it happened during her life.

Bonus GTKY so we can think happy thoughts:
Any labor day plans (what are you doing or what did you do?) Monday we spent most of the day at my ILs house..it was relaxing and nice.

[ellebelle]

Sorry for missing the check-in earlier this week. I started a new job and it kicked my butt this week! Hugs to those who need them.

Quick update for me: I am in the never-ending FET cycle. My lining is good enough for transfer but my estrogen levels are actually decreasing so I have to keep taking Lupron and add in more estrogen. I go back Monday to see if they are good enough to schedule the transfer for the following week.