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Those waiting to ttc... (slightly pointless thread)

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LoveYouForeverMyBaby · 15/10/2012 17:58

We're ttc #2 in dec and I know it's a really silly thing to get excited about, but just started taking folic acid and feeling very excited about it!

Sorry for the pointless thread.

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BridgetandtheHairyBrigands · 03/12/2012 21:48

Hmmmm, the "good level of obedience" could be a stumbling block.

Leafmould · 03/12/2012 21:54

[actually, my friend 's dog could never really be described as obedient.... She was just more slightly more likely to do what her owner said than if anyone else said it]

BridgetandtheHairyBrigands · 03/12/2012 22:01

Sorelip I hope you are now feeling much better. Thank goodness you recognised that you were spiralling down and acted swiftly. I hope it doesn't sound cheesy or patronising if I say I'm proud of you.

TigerseyeMum · 03/12/2012 22:24

Haha no I have no level of obedience either, loopy has 2 modes: run or sleep.

He is bored because he won't go out for walkies so we just had mad zoomies round the lounge. He is such a cutie but mad as a box of frogs.

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LoveYouForeverMyBaby · 03/12/2012 22:29

onemore I'm a terrible speller at the best of times but the stupid iPad doesn't help either...lol pountless

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LoveYouForeverMyBaby · 03/12/2012 22:32

sorelip good for you for being so sensible, you sound very strong and definitely doing the right thing. Stay strong, you can get through this.

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literaryone · 04/12/2012 04:26

Sorelip, I'm glad you have had the strength to take the help required. I've been on and off antidepressants for some years now, it's never been easy for me to take the step to say, "I need the help now." So I understand your ambivalence. These will help you feel better so that the future looks brighter. Big hugs. Thinking of you, and come back and talk to us when you feel low.

Onemoreforgoodmeasure · 04/12/2012 09:03

Leafmould your children sound very well behaved!

Love, I'm dyslexic, hope I didn't come across as critical. My most frequent source for a hearty laugh is the typos I create!

dollydaydream26 · 04/12/2012 11:19

Hi ok to join? We were planning to ttc after a holiday in september .....however last night my DP turned round and said to me having a baby is way more important to him than the holiday and can we just start trying now?? I was shocked and extremely happy as have been thinking this for ages.
I work for the nhs though and to get full benefits I have to have worked there 6 months I think before I can get full benefits ..... so it looks like it will be march ( wish we could start now though its what we both want more than anything ! Xmas Angry )
So off out to buy some folic acid to day Smile at least I will feel like I am doing something.....x

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LoveYouForeverMyBaby · 04/12/2012 11:36

Not at all onemore its funny! Smile

dolly wow thats great! Welcome to the thread,theres also one for those ttc now the misspelt "slghtly pountless ones ttc now (sort of) thread"

I'm 6dpo today...not feeling v.pg today (frowny face)

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petitfromage · 04/12/2012 11:47

finally a thread that applies to me! DP and I planning to start ttc this month although need to have my coil taken out first - apparently after my next period is the best time??
It's my #2 as have gorgeous DS (nearly 5) with ex but first for DP so all very exciting - would be a christmas baby too! Only thing is I'm slightly apprehensive as ex hub told me he was leaving when I was 10 wks pg which was a massive shock. Totally different relationship with DP but still scared....
Any way hope it's ok for me to join and keep each other company! Started on the folic acid last month, also got some pregnacare conception vitamins so I'll start those over christmas to counteract all the festive booze - not great at self restraint I'm afraid......x

petitfromage · 04/12/2012 11:49

btw quick question - have you told anyone you are ttc? If so who? I'm desperate to tell people but feel it's so personal and might not happen for a while (I'm 39) that I need to keep quiet. Not easy if you know me....
Have told a couple of close friends but that's it - not family. They don't have a clue as we have only just got engaged so might come as a surprise that we are planning baby before wedding!

lindamagoo · 04/12/2012 11:54

Hi everyone, hope you don't mind me jumping in on this thread... I'm 41 and about to start trying for baby #3... Have 2 little boys, had my 1st at 38 and 2nd at 40, waited a long time for my little guys... Had the coil fitted 6 weeks ago then decided we wanted 1 more baby so had it removed yesterday so today is day 1 of the madness that is ttc... xxx

lindamagoo · 04/12/2012 11:55

I've not told anyone yet, don't want them to say I'm mad for having another one, lol xxx

petitfromage · 04/12/2012 12:04

linda I've just made appt with nurse to have my coil removed!! I've literally just put the phone down and burst into tears - think it's made me realise how much I want this.
Does it hurt when they remove it???? Any advice?!
xxx

lindamagoo · 04/12/2012 12:09

Petit it took 2 seconds 2 come out and I never felt a thing, not even a tugging feeling or anything, I've had no spotting today either and I had it for the 6 weeks it was in, don't worry about getting it out its seriously easy xxx

petitfromage · 04/12/2012 12:18

Thank you so much - that's really reassuring. Mine's been in for about 2 years and having it put in bloody hurt so I'm hoping having it taken out is easier!!
It's not for a couple of weeks but I'll report back after....xxx

BridgetandtheHairyBrigands · 04/12/2012 12:25

Hello LoveYouForever - it's still early days (that egg takes time to travel into the right place, get itself comfy and to start pumping out pregnancy hormones) so try not to read too much into things.

Welcome to the new faces. Technically I shouldn't still be hanging around here - as I'm not waiting anymore - but I'm finding it hard to wean myself away from this thread.

I haven't told a soul as I already feel 'eyes are upon me' following my miscarriage in April. I'm probably being paranoid but I don't want to provide more fuel for my family's gossip machine.

SeriousStuff · 04/12/2012 13:00

Wow - great to see so many new faces. Haven't been on here for a while as it was making me a bit obsessed!

Still planning TTC in January, but to be honest, we're not exactly being careful at the moment...still hoping I can enjoy my brie, pate and champagne over Christmas though!

Me and my DH are already enjoying talking about how nice it would be if we had a baby by Christmas 2013.

BridgetandtheHairyBrigands - no need to leave this thread, I love hearing your updates!

SeriousStuff · 04/12/2012 13:20

Sorry, one last thing!

I didn't mention this previously but I do suffer from bouts of anxiety and depression and have been taking a very low dose of medication which is really working. I have been very worried as to what I should do running up to TTC, because I wouldn't want the meds to affect our baby but then when I'm not taking them I can feel very low and have quite severe panic attacks.

My DH and I had a great chat with our GP who said that the risks of me staying on the meds are outweighed by the benefits but I have heard conflicting views from other people.

I also worry about not being able to breastfeed if the meds can be passed on through the milk.

Is anyone on here worried about any health conditions as they wait to TTC?

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LoveYouForeverMyBaby · 04/12/2012 13:48

I'm the same bridget I shouldn't be here too, but its such a lovely thread.. You're right I should try to be more patient, hardly had any symptoms with dd only sore boobs for a couple weeks, no morning sickness etc so maybe I shouldn't read into symptoms too much.

Sorry if my ttc antics are annoying for those waiting to ttc, I'll say farewell to those on this thread, I would be a bit annoyed if I was waiting and I kept reading about how many dpo others were(!)

Good luck everyone, when you're ttc join us on our slghtly pountless ttc no thread! if I get that bfp I will one back and update.

Thank you everyone x

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BridgetandtheHairyBrigands · 04/12/2012 13:52

Hi SeriousStuff good to catch up with you again. It is such a balancing act between your well being and that of your baby isn't it. Your doctor sounds very 'on the ball' though which is good and it's great your DH is also taking an active and supportive role.

Just a flying post, but I'm worried about the impact of another pregnancy and birth on my uterine prolapse. On really bad days, I can't even imagine that I'll be able to carry another baby to term. The doctors I have spoken to say it shouldn't have an impact but my womb just seems so "vulnerable" with it lying so low.

I think it is meant to move into up into a safer position after a certain number of weeks but I have heard there is a horrible period of time before this when you sort of feel like your womb is going drop out.

petitfromage · 04/12/2012 14:13

serious, my friend has been on meds for depression since her first baby and now has a very healthy baby no 2 and has stayed on the meds the whole time. No harm to baby and most importantly she has felt good and been a great mum. Def worth staying on them I would say (I've taken myself in the past much better now so hoping no change with next attempt!)
I'm worried my body won't cope aswell as it is nearly 6 years since i was last ttc! Did mean to go to dentist before starting ttc as well as apparently theywon't do fillings when you are pg??

Onemoreforgoodmeasure · 04/12/2012 14:26

I love that this thread is about leading up to ttc'ing, but I also love hearing about ttcing since that's where we're all headed Bridget so I hope you will stay and talk about life in the next step forward!

And as for telling people, haivng had mc's people most poeple around us know and they simply ask if we're going to keep trying. I've always told them as soon as we knew I was pg, and I needed and was glad for the support in the past, but this time would really just be fine to get on with it ourselves so will keep quiet until it feels likely to be viable next time! It's a lot for others to go through.

I'm now jealous of those on here trying in December, OH would not even consider just going ahead even though consultant said it was fine.

Serious, I know poele who've been on medication while pg, just speak with your GP abou tit and get a second opinion if you want to be sure. And als, thanks for reminding me to eat pate!

SeriousStuff · 04/12/2012 17:32

Onemoreforgoodmeasure glad I could help! And thank you for the advice. Regardless of my worries, I am very excited about starting TTC properly in Jan. I will be on here every day!

petitfromage Your story is very reassuring, thank you for sharing.

BridgetandtheHairyBrigands Yes, I have an amazing GP. With your issue, will the monitor you closer than usual to ensure everything goes to plan?

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