I'm sorry you're going through all of that, cabgirl, take care of yourself. I don't know if you're going stir crazy from being home from work yet, or if you have Netflix/watch House of Cards, but another friend is home sick with the flu and has decided to binge watch it in anticipation of the new season premiering this week.
ironbaby, I also need to lose about 20 lbs, and so far I'm pretty stagnant. I got a membership for the yoga studio near me, but I keep putting off going until "tomorrow" and don't go as often as I should.
I'm sorry you're going through all of that, cabgirl, take care of yourself. I don't know if you're going stir crazy from being home from work yet, or if you have Netflix/watch House of Cards, but another friend is home sick with the flu and has decided to binge watch it in anticipation of the new season premiering this week.
ironbaby, I also need to lose about 20 lbs, and so far I'm pretty stagnant. I got a membership for the yoga studio near me, but I keep putting off going until "tomorrow" and don't go as often as I should.
It's ridiculous, cuz I am active. I have a Y membership, swim twice a week, run at least 3 times a week. I am fit enough (not a humble brag, promise) that I cannot lose any weight without seriously changing my diet. The first time I lost the weight, I was very inactive, so just adding in workouts helped a ton. Now, not so much.
Can you get to the yoga studio tonight? I can hold you accountable!
I'm sorry you're going through all of that, cabgirl, take care of yourself. I don't know if you're going stir crazy from being home from work yet, or if you have Netflix/watch House of Cards, but another friend is home sick with the flu and has decided to binge watch it in anticipation of the new season premiering this week.
ironbaby, I also need to lose about 20 lbs, and so far I'm pretty stagnant. I got a membership for the yoga studio near me, but I keep putting off going until "tomorrow" and don't go as often as I should.
It's ridiculous, cuz I am active. I have a Y membership, swim twice a week, run at least 3 times a week. I am fit enough (not a humble brag, promise) that I cannot lose any weight without seriously changing my diet. The first time I lost the weight, I was very inactive, so just adding in workouts helped a ton. Now, not so much.
Can you get to the yoga studio tonight? I can hold you accountable!
It is funny how the first time goes quite a bit easier. I lost a good bit of weight 2 years ago; changing my diet did a lot and then adding in working out did the rest. This time, I'm more impatient because I remember seeing better results every single week. And that has made me less accountable to myself. I still try to log on MFP although I'm not 100% reliable on that. I'm the same name on there as I am here if you use it and want to be friends
If I finish my work in time, I can go to yoga (we have plans at 7, but there's a class at 5 that would work). I usually try to go MWF and either Sat or Sun. But since I didn't go yesterday I should go today instead.
Swimming is such a good work out - but it makes me soooo hungry. Are you training for any races or just running for fun?
Post by westisleflower on Feb 24, 2015 10:48:40 GMT -5
As usual a day late with this.
Numbers: Month 4/Cycle 3
Circumstances (PP/BF, Meds, TTA): NTNP since 11/14
Rants/Raves/NFNSQ: Finished up my period on Sunday, nothing out of the ordinary to report.
GTKY: In honor of the Oscars, what is your favorite movie? Give me a top 3 if you're like me and can't pick just one. My favorites change it seems year to year... so I guess the two now are Pitch Perfect and Wolf of Wall Street, very similar I know
Hey! I can go here! Numbers: ttc 2nd with my dh for 9cycles and no luck now ntnp due to dh's health, have 5 boys 16, 14, 13, 12, and 11months
Circumstances (PP/BF, Meds, TTA): hopeful to ttc again very soon but also facing ntnp for the rest of forever; I've been lurking and commenting a few times so I may hang here for a cycle or so while we see what happens
Rants/Raves/NFNSQ:
GTKY: In honor of the Oscars, what is your favorite movie? Give me a top 3 if you're like me and can't pick just one. The English Patient favorite forever love many others but top pick ranks so high it's worthy of only one being listed!
mrstrejo *hugs* I get it. Having no chance is definitely way worse than getting negative tests every month, at least for me. I switched to vaginal temping mid-cycle during my first longasfuck cycle because I got tired of waiting for the new cycle, WHENEVER THAT WOULD'VE BEEN.
teachermomtobe Welcome! You can post in both WTO/TWW and WTDS, we're not mutually exclusive. :) NFNSQ stands for No Flame, No Shame Questions. Different people have different ranges for their normal temps; yours look fine for orally temping to me. Since it's just your first month off BCP, I'd give it a cycle or two to figure itself out before getting too crazy with the stats. ;)
cabgirl Holy crap. I'm so sorry for your loss and doubly so for the bad luck with the ovarian cysts. Rest up and take care of yourself; I'm glad you have doctor's orders to stay home from work, so you don't have to fight them about it. *hug*
12345 Just so that you aren't terribly disappointed, CD1 doesn't typically happen immediately after taking Provera. I've never had CD1 come until 5 days after my last pill and I know it's not uncommon for people to not get their bleed until two weeks after the last pill. Be patient and don't [necessarily] think anything's wrong if it isn't super quick.
ironbaby I definitely agreed with all the advice you got on that thread last week. Getting your body to regulate after IUDs are typically worse than regulating after pills, and can take upwards of a year. This won't necessarily be the case for you, but getting a headstart in learning your cycles is something I've never seen someone regret. There are other forms of birth control you can use (condoms are easy) until you're ready to TTc in May and you'll have a good cycle or two under your belt so you know what to expect, too! :) I highly recommend getting your IUD out sooner rather than later. As for the weight loss, is there any particular reason that you *have* to lose it before getting your IUD out? Being overweight is unlikely to be a make-or-break situation with your fertility; I just wanted to throw that out there in case that's what you're thinking, especially since you're reasonably fit now. Fitness and health are waaaaaaaaay more important than how much you weigh.
@kellbell Welcome! I'm sorry your husband is in poor health; I hope he gets better soon, so you can resume TTC! :)
Post by DanaScullyX on Feb 24, 2015 12:40:04 GMT -5
I am going to go here now, hello all! Hugs to you, cabgirl, what a nightmare!!
Numbers: CD8, after miscarriage last week. I normally have short periods, so this still spotting thing is getting old.
Circumstances (PP/BF, Meds, TTA): Not trying, benched until I see what my cycle does to recover, and also finding a new OB and getting second opinion on fibroid on my uterus.
Rants/Raves/NFNSQ: Anyone have experience with fibroids causing pregnancy problems, or being completely no problem? I want a reason for my losses, but of course I don't want surgery and to be benched long term.
GTKY: In honor of the Oscars, what is your favorite movie? Give me a top 3 if you're like me and can't pick just one. Lady and the Tramp, Love Actually, the BBC version of Pride and Prejudice.
moutonrouge,I am training for a triathlon in September and some half marathons in the spring.
Rama,no, I don't have to lose the weight before the IUD comes out or before TTC, but I have gained about 25 pounds since our wedding last May, mostly from stress. I will feel much better if I get down to my "normal" weight, so I just hope to lose as much as possible before TTC. It won't stop or delay our plans, though.
I know I should get the IUD out sooner rather than later, but I feel really uncomfortable with where we are financially right now and where (geographically) DH's work is. If we did get pregnant sooner than planned, I'd be a big ball of stress. Right now, though, the plan is to call my OB to get an appointment in the beginning of March.
I'm still waiting. LOL. I haven't been around a lot because I started a 5 month yoga teacher training in addition to my FT job. I love it, but I'm kind of drowning right now trying to find a balance. I should be back here more later this week or next!
I'm still waiting. LOL. I haven't been around a lot because I started a 5 month yoga teacher training in addition to my FT job. I love it, but I'm kind of drowning right now trying to find a balance. I should be back here more later this week or next!
That sounds awesome! I am also giggling at the (unintentional?) yoga-balance pun. Hope keeping super busy helps until you get some answers and see the RE.
Hello ladies! I keep missing this thread, but I would like to start participating.
Numbers: My last period was March 2013, so none at the moment
Circumstances (PP/BF, Meds, TTA): Breastfeeding/slowly weaning my minion
Rants/Raves/NFNSQ: I'm a little freaked out that my period still isn't showing up, even though it has been glorious not having to deal with it for almost two years now. MH and I really want to start trying for our next, and I have always had long cycles (45 - 60 days usually) so I feel like I get fewer chances every year than the average woman anyway. Stupid lazy ute.
GTKY: I can watch Beetlejuice over and over again on loop and somehow it never gets old. There may be something wrong with me.
britterrss, I am so jealous of your yoga teacher training. It's something I wanted to do a few years ago when I was practicing regularly, but I couldn't get the balance either, and my practice fell away. I started getting back into it recently.
Circumstances (PP/BF, Meds, TTA):Waiting for period after miscarriage and D&C
Rants/Raves/NFNSQ: First post on this thread so not much to rant or rave about. I wish that I could fast forward and get my period so at least I can get some normalcy back. I am starting to temp, but I am not sure if my numbers mean anything yet as I still can turn a pregnancy test positive. I will try to figure out how to put a link to my chart in my signature.
GTKY: In honor of the Oscars, what is your favorite movie? Give me a top 3 if you're like me and can't pick just one. :)I loved Clue, Pitch Perfect and My Best Friends Wedding. And A Few Good Men. and so many more.
Circumstances (PP/BF, Meds, TTA):Waiting for period after miscarriage and D&C
Rants/Raves/NFNSQ: First post on this thread so not much to rant or rave about. I wish that I could fast forward and get my period so at least I can get some normalcy back. I am starting to temp, but I am not sure if my numbers mean anything yet as I still can turn a pregnancy test positive. I will try to figure out how to put a link to my chart in my signature.
GTKY: In honor of the Oscars, what is your favorite movie? Give me a top 3 if you're like me and can't pick just one. :)I loved Clue, Pitch Perfect and My Best Friends Wedding. And A Few Good Men. and so many more.
Post by britterrss on Feb 25, 2015 18:57:51 GMT -5
*SIGH*
My thyroid antibodies test came back positive. It explains a lot (of things I've been experiencing the last 2 years), but it doesn't really make me feel better.
It's not super elevated, but the fact it's elevated at all indicates Hashimoto's. Doc said since my TSH and other T levels are in normal range, it probably means that it's very early on (so that's good I guess?). They want me to start levothyroxine.
My thyroid antibodies test came back positive. It explains a lot (of things I've been experiencing the last 2 years), but it doesn't really make me feel better.
It's not super elevated, but the fact it's elevated at all indicates Hashimoto's. Doc said since my TSH and other T levels are in normal range, it probably means that it's very early on (so that's good I guess?). They want me to start levothyroxine.
BLAAAARRGGHHSJDOWVAPC!!%?\£¥11!!!11!!1
I'm glad you got some answers, even if it isn't what you were hoping to hear. *hugs* I know joy got (somewhat) recently diagnosed with Hashi's -- can you share some wisdom here?
My thyroid antibodies test came back positive. It explains a lot (of things I've been experiencing the last 2 years), but it doesn't really make me feel better.
It's not super elevated, but the fact it's elevated at all indicates Hashimoto's. Doc said since my TSH and other T levels are in normal range, it probably means that it's very early on (so that's good I guess?). They want me to start levothyroxine.
BLAAAARRGGHHSJDOWVAPC!!%?\£¥11!!!11!!1
I'm glad you got some answers, even if it isn't what you were hoping to hear. *hugs* I know joy got (somewhat) recently diagnosed with Hashi's -- can you share some wisdom here?
I don't know the backstory here, but I was diagnosed in November. My TSH was very high (13) both my T3 and T4 were too low and my antibodies were sky high (300s). With being that bad, I'm only on 25 mcg levothyroxine (synthroid) and my TSH was normal at my last check.
I don't feel normal, though. I'm thinking about seeing an endocrinologist. I want someone to listen to all my vague problems and really help me with them. Currently, my GP is watching me and I do trust her, but I want an expert. Autoimmune disorders kinda suck.
Do you have specific questions, britterrss? I'm happy to answer. Several women on here have Hashimoto's so you're in good company.
My thyroid antibodies test came back positive. It explains a lot (of things I've been experiencing the last 2 years), but it doesn't really make me feel better.
It's not super elevated, but the fact it's elevated at all indicates Hashimoto's. Doc said since my TSH and other T levels are in normal range, it probably means that it's very early on (so that's good I guess?). They want me to start levothyroxine.
BLAAAARRGGHHSJDOWVAPC!!%?\£¥11!!!11!!1
I'm sorry, sending hugs, but at least you have some answers.
Post by LadyNymeria on Feb 25, 2015 22:34:48 GMT -5
Sorry britterrss. Good to have an answer, but sorry there was something to find. Hopefully a small dose of levothyroxine is all you need to keep your thyroid regulated.
Post by peaseblossom55 on Feb 25, 2015 22:43:43 GMT -5
So I had my doctor's appointment and it went well but not in a direction I thought. So I met with my doctor let him know my problems we looked at my chart. He asked some questions. He also brought in the RE from the office. My Obg/gyn group has mid wives and an RE/IVF office. I wasn't expecting that. I figured it would be a separate appointment. He asked me a few questions also went over some family history as well. Based off of my hypoglycemia, irregular cycles and history of them and my bad acne post BCP, he thinks I have PCOS. Today they took blood from me(16 vials to be exact) and are doing a bunch of tests, I forget everything they are doing but typical CD3 bloodwork. They are going to rule out anything else that may be wrong, but the RE thinks it's PCOS. I should get the results of the bloodwork tomorrow. RE is I guess officially taking things over. He wants me to get an HSG next week and H will get a sperm analysis done. I'm meeting briefly with just RE tomorrow to go over blood work, and insurance and a game plan. He mentioned if it was PCOS going on metaformin and fermara. This is a lot of information I'm kind of shocked and I'm exhausted it's been a long day. So I'm just taking it all in at this point.
I'm glad you got some answers, even if it isn't what you were hoping to hear. *hugs* I know joy got (somewhat) recently diagnosed with Hashi's -- can you share some wisdom here?
I don't know the backstory here, but I was diagnosed in November. My TSH was very high (13) both my T3 and T4 were too low and my antibodies were sky high (300s). With being that bad, I'm only on 25 mcg levothyroxine (synthroid) and my TSH was normal at my last check.
I don't feel normal, though. I'm thinking about seeing an endocrinologist. I want someone to listen to all my vague problems and really help me with them. Currently, my GP is watching me and I do trust her, but I want an expert. Autoimmune disorders kinda suck.
Do you have specific questions, britterrss? I'm happy to answer. Several women on here have Hashimoto's so you're in good company.
My TSH is 3.4, but they want to get it to 1-2 for TTC. My T3 and T4 are perfectly normal and my antibodies were only 18. They are starting me on 50. Should I call first before I start taking that much? I feel pretty much normal right now aside from being extra tired when I wake up (otherwise not tired during the day). I was thinking 50 seemed high...
I have been busy with family stuff/working so feel like I have mostly been lurking/love titting for the most part the last couple of days.
Hi new people!! It is nice to have some new faces!!
ckmom71 I'm sorry for your loss! Hoping you can return to normalcy soon, be easy on yourself til that happens though!
teachermomtobe Welcome! I would also recommend temping vaginally. I didn't start temping that way but switched pretty quick because my temps we crazy. Just make sure you don't switch mid-cycle or that ill really confuse FF!
ironbaby Welcome!! I get you on the weight loss. I have been in such a funk the last year and I need to get remotivated. I have lost weight before so I know I can do it, I am just having a tough time getting started!
britterrss Ugh, yay for answers but sorry about the answers you got! At least you have a definite and something to work off of now. Hopefully your docs are able to get your dosage figured out and you'll get something that works for you!
lazyreader Yay for CD1!! I have not seen that on youtube and now I am curious!
peaseblossom55 Looks like you are headed on your way to finding some answers! Good luck
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