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The rat smacketeers are brooking no argument!! All for one BFP and one BFP for all!

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Imps7 · 16/02/2012 22:00

Smacket on, ladies...

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NoMaybeAboutIt · 15/03/2012 12:54

I am sure she will be able to talk you through it all properly. And you are allowed to cry, don't try and bottle it all up. Are you at home? Is DH close to hand?

Imps7 · 15/03/2012 12:57

All is not lost Smegs. You need to get a referral and discuss options with a specialist straightaway. Things have a habit of looking very black and white in writing but there is always a way to overcome challenges.

This is not the end of your TTC journey Smegs by any means.

Massive squashy hugs to you - don't stop yourself from crying, let it all out Flowers

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ScrambledSmegs · 15/03/2012 12:59

I'm home, DH at work. Sorry, am being a bit abrupt, DD needs her nap but is being all "I AM AWAKE" at me.

SecretSparkle · 15/03/2012 13:03

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whimsicalname · 15/03/2012 13:15

Well done winner sparks. I felt like I'd won the jackpot yesterday when I got my favourite mug at the coffee shop.

All is not lost smegs. I have friends who were technically infertile, and now have 6 year old twin boys thanks to the miracle of ivf.

whimsicalname · 15/03/2012 13:17

That sounds like they were 6 when they got them. That would be a miracle! You know what I mean.

ScrambledSmegs · 15/03/2012 13:23

I do know that it's not hopeless. I've got my appointment with the consultant in April. However I'm wondering whether it's worth investigating IVF now instead of waiting.

I've noticed that taking 25mg of DHEA three times a day has been recommended for low AMH levels on some websites (including Zita West). I thought AMH levels couldn't be changed, but supposedly you can maximise your remaining fertility by taking it.

PopcornMouseInBoots · 15/03/2012 13:40

low isn't the same as no - there are things you can do, I'm certain of it.

When in April is your appointment? We're nearly in April already crikey so it's not too far off. It might be an idea to look into IVF options so if s/he does recommend that route you're armed with the relevant information and questions?

farfallarocks · 15/03/2012 13:45

Oh smegs, I am suprised they send out results like that with no face to face follow up.
There are lots of stories out there of people conceiveing naturally with AMH's in the 0.something region (very low). The thing is with these hormones is that they can fluctuate and also they are jsut a snapshot of what is happening, not definitive at all. You only had your daughter quite recently so it can;t have sunk dramatically in a couple of years can it?

i really hope the docs is able to provide some clarity and hope and we are all Brooking Like Mad for you over here.
sparkle this is the beginning of your lucky streak bfp next

GenericDietCola · 15/03/2012 14:15

Smegs I am sorry you have had shocking news, but I agree with the others that it's not the end of the road and if it comes to IVF, then I know that you are open to that idea. FWIW I am taking co-enzyme Q10 and omega 3 fish oils as I think they are supposed to help with ovulation/egg quality, but I'm by no means an egg-spert.

Maybe ooh your DH is famous! Are you feeling any better today?

Far glad you had fun last night and I love the fact that you know you are carrying round your little farfette and all is well! I had a 6 wk scan with DD and it was one of the most amazing moments of my life to see her heartbeat.

Hello everyone else!

I saw a car number plate that said BFP this morning and have chosen to interpret this as a portent for us all. BFPs for all rat smackers in the next 4 weeks and I will BROOK NO ARGUMENT!

farfallarocks · 15/03/2012 14:25

P.s I love The Tube maybe and well impressed we have a sleb in our midst

generic that is a SIGN

BartletForAmerica · 15/03/2012 14:38

maybe, also impressed we have a WAG hanging around here. (Although I also want to give your DH's colleague a slap!)

far, great news on the scan and heartbeat! Grin

smegs, that's a hard letter to get. Sorry about that, but I hope the fertility nurse can be helpful with regards to the next steps and that DH is being supportive.

sparkle, buying a year's subscription to FF has all but guaranteed your immediate BFP, which will then 'waste' the rest of it! I have got pregnant both times just after buying a big batch of OPKs so it must work!

beangrower · 15/03/2012 15:28

So much to write. First off, I am over the moon for Far - must have been AMAZING to see the flicker. I am honestly welling up. HURRAY.

Smegs - that is very disheartening for you as you are still young. But I was classed as low fertility AHM (9.5) too and I've decided not to take it too seriously as numbers are numbers. I think if your FSH is under control (around 10?) this isn't necessarily an issue, especially if you are being healthy. You need to keep up good egg quality. Try DHEA, Q10, and carry on with really good vits, lots of protein, fruit and veg and possibly acupuncture (think you are doing this but maybe not). I would also suggest wheatgrass if you can bear it, and possibly royal jelly - but don't do what I have done and go overboard as I think it piles on the pressure. Also low AMH may suggest that you are reaching the end of your fertile years but loads of mums I know who've had babies in their late 30s / early 40s (and I really do know a lot of people who have) would have had a similar AHM result if they'd taken the test. It doesn't mean you can't have babies but it may mean that you should be prepared to consider IVF as an option to fall back on if you don't fall naturally in the next 6 months say. Massive squeezey hug and do cry - it's a kind of grief finding something out like this. BUT I believe you will have your baby2, I really do.

Generic - your eagle eyes have won us all a BFP. We owe you!

Sparkle - the machines don't always tell us everything. You must be frustrated, poor thing, but try to stay positive. (Says the miserable old cow-bean.)

Beedle - I've heard a quick holiday in Prague for IVF is perfect. But hopefully there'll be no need for that!

Whims - sounds lovely soupage. Mine was a spicy one which I had with onion bhajis. Yum.

Maybe - what a shit-gobbling dick that bloke sounds. Some men really are the pits. Hope your DH is ok - that's a rotten trick to experience in front of other people.

Beautiful day here. We've been round the farm and I feel full of the joys. DS was so tired that he actually slumped over my head as I carried him sitting on my shoulders back to the car.

Am feeling a glamorous mum of 1DC and thinking that it's actually quite nice not to be pregnant or lactating. Was only a fleeting thought, but enjoyable while it lasted! Smile

Had first meeting to set up local charity with gov yesterday. My oh my it's going to be tricky. Only six volunteer directors on the board - no treasurer types either (v tough role) - and a million council people involved, which makes me wonder how much of a saving they will really make in the long run!

TTFN all. Off to complete carrot cake equipment.

beangrower · 15/03/2012 15:31

ahem - 'experiment' rather than 'equipment'. And AMH. Etc. The editor is ashamed.

ScrambledSmegs · 15/03/2012 16:25

bean thank you that's very kind. Unfortunately my AMH is very low, 5 in fact. The nurse couldn't give me much hope of conceiving naturally, sadly. I will still get the DHEA and Q10 though, maybe that could help a little. May try acupuncture too.

NoMaybeAboutIt · 15/03/2012 16:27

Have you spoken to the nurse yet Smegs I think what Bean has said above sounds really positive. We are all broking for you, and are here if you need multiple shoulders.

Bean you are a glamourous mum. A MILF in fact Grin Sounds like you have had a lovely day. Sounds like you have a lot on your plate at the moment with the council. Which I do believe means you are gunning for a BFP! Can't wait to hear the results of your carrot experiment. Carrot cake is one of my all time faves.

Generic I saw a BFP plate the other day too!! It's most definitely a sign. I am still feeling rough, but have resigned myself to getting better and taking the rest of the week off. Off to puppy school tonight. What fun Grin

NoMaybeAboutIt · 15/03/2012 16:29

Oh Smegs, sorry, cross post. Did the nurse offer any advice?

ScrambledSmegs · 15/03/2012 16:32

No, we were cut off. Bad reception. I was in a kids shoe shop - awkward! Will call again tomorrow.

Thanks everyone. You're lovely.

Imps7 · 15/03/2012 16:39

It sounds like a sensible idea to start familiarising yourself with IVF procedures etc now Smegs as it may make for a more useful and informative consultation. There's really no need to write off a natural conception though - it only takes one and it only takes once. I don't think that AMH is a very common test (although will of course stand corrected) so there must be thousands of long-term TTCers who have conceived naturally with low AMH, but without knowing that they have low AMH (iyswim).

(Am still giving you big squashy hugs btw)

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PopcornMouseInBoots · 15/03/2012 16:48

maybe that's super exciting, I'd love to do one but they're very expensive around these parts. Photos when you're done, pretty please? :)

Biscuitsandtea · 15/03/2012 17:44

Afternoon smacketeers

Hope you're all ok. Smegs sorry you've had a confusing afternoon. It's really poor that they give you that sort of info without any sort of face to face consultation. Did you ever get through to the nurse again?

So, in my panic when I first got my BFP I bought 3 twin packs of CBD tests. I was thinking I would use one each week to check the numbers kept going up, but actually they only go up to '3 +' which rather foiled my cunning plan.

Thus I have 2 twin packs left, and I wondered if any of my follow brookers would like them? I might have a few ICs left too if I root around a bit. First come first served. I was thinking 1 twin pack each for the first two takers?

Hope that doesn't sound too cheeky? Confused

SecretSparkle · 15/03/2012 17:58

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Imps7 · 15/03/2012 19:00

Sparks they won't fit in your drawer, will they?? Grin

Hello Biscuits, super lovely to see you. Hope all's doing well and that your fanjo is on the mend and not causing you too much grief (she says with extreme tripidation...) Do you mind me mentioning your fanjo on the Smacketeers thread? Oh well, too late now if you do!

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SecretSparkle · 15/03/2012 19:01

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Biscuitsandtea · 15/03/2012 19:06

Ah Imps - why would I mind my fanjo being discussed? Grin it's getting better though thanks for asking.

Sparkle - one pack are yours - hope you can squeeze them into your drawer Grin. Just pm me your address and I'll get them in the post (as soon as I can get myself to the post office Confused)

Anyone else for the other pack?

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