The WIMBEWAI(N)F Club

[Bucky2008]

OK, so how about we start of on a positive....

I bought the test.

I did the test.

BFP .

Job done.

Hi all

Caitni I am very glad to hear that your DH's test results were not as bad as you initially feared. Hopefully you'll have caught your egg this time and all of this worry will be a distant memory! Your chart looks fine to me - I am a bit colder this month too and I reckon it is just the evil weather. The reason noone has inspected my uterus before is that when they did the lap it was to remove my ectopic - they weren't interested in doing a general inspection, they just wanted to do the medical bits. The most I think they might have done would be to put some dye through my tube, but even that was deemed too risky in the circumstances so I have to have all these tests now...

MOB How are the symptoms coming?

Ei Did your egg appear yet?

PnM Are you well? Any sign of your period?

I am having a bit of a down day. I ovd on Weds morning on my good side, but the sex only happened on Sunday night and Weds night so my chances are slim (and with this whatever-the-heck in my uterus I probably don't stand a chance anyway). Plus I have just found out that the only other one of my DD's friends who is an only child will be getting a sibling in about 5 months. It's weird, every time I hear that anyone is pg my mind literally goes blank and I feel like I have short circuited. I wish I could pull myself together. On the upside, thank god me and DH decided to start trying before DD was one. Imagine if we had left it until now and still had 18 months of disappointment and frustration in front of us!

I hope you all have a good weekend. Bring on the christmas BFPs!

MrsH sorry to hear you're having a bad day - big to you. It's so so hard to hear of other women's pregnancies when struggling to have a baby. I know it sounds trite, but your turn will come and everything will have been worth it then. Hope you have a good weekend. PS makes sense about the lap now

Hello everyone

Mibbes hope you and baby Evan are doing well.

MrsH Sorry to hear you are having a miserable day. I know that there's nothing i can say that will make things better (I wish there was) but i do recognise those feelings you are having - i spent 18m months terrified of hearing other people's pregnancy announcements. The feelings you are having are normal - they just reflect how much you would like another baby. Hope you manage to have a good weekend, and do something nice (and have a large glass of something tonight ).BTW - the sex sounds fairly well timed to me.

Caitni Really glad to hear you sounding brighter, and reassured about your DH's results. I think you should follow the oncologist's advice and book a holiday . It'll be interesting to see what the GP suggests on Tuesday. Your chart is interesting - you certainly look chilly - i feel i should buy you a hot water bottle

How is everyone else? PnM? EI? (brilliant name)

JB & abby It's lovely to think of you two having your CS on the same day!

Well, the sickness & tiredness have really kicked in here now. I guess that's a good thing . 5 more sleeps until the scan! I can't wait to have it, although i'm terrified that they're going to say "no, sorry, your mistaken, there's nothing in there". I'm just hoping and praying that there is a nice healthy bean in there.

Hello ladies - home from hospital with my wee angel - congrats on becoming cyber-aunties again ladies . I will post pohotos soon. I have posted my birth story on the Emmsy TTC thread if you are interested. Am loving mummyhood, I so hope you are all feeling the same way very very soon

Mibbes I've read your birth story and I'm so glad you're ok - it must have been pretty frightening. And it's great that you are enjoying being a mummy.

BTW, I saw on the other thread that BF has not really worked for you so far. One thing I would say is that you're only a couple of days in and it's completely normal for milk not to come in for 4 days or so, or for latching to take a few days to learn. If you do want to give it a go (and that is entirely your choice) you might still be able to.

Take it easy and look after yourself.

And thanks to everyone who has tried to cheer me up. I feel like eeyore at the moment...

hi ladies
mibbes good to see you home with your little boy i agree about the BF it does take a few days to settle down and you will soon be multi tasking with a baby attatched to your boob
mrsH sorry you are feeling down in the dumps here is some 's to cheer you up
caitni thanks i like my new name too i think your temp might be lower cos odf the poo cold weather we are having so dr ei's orders wrap up in your duvet, get a hot water bottle on your belly and have unlimited cups of hot choccy in fact i prescribe that to us all
MOB only 5 more sleeps until you see the twins
PnM any sign??i hope things sort themselves out for you soon
hello to everyone else lurking or otherwise
i think my egg has possibly appeared today as i have had sharp twinges on my right hand side so if i get jiggy with DH tonight hopefully i will have timed it well
xx ei xx

Mibbes so glad that you're home and that you and MrMibbes are enjoying Evan (I love the name btw!). I read your birth story and it sounded like quite scary time, but hopefully, with Evan in your arms, it's starting to feel like quite a while ago already!

Ei Sounds like you'll have caught this egg good and proper . I'll be keeping my fingers crossed that POAS gives you an early Chrimbo present

MOB it must be so nerve racking waiting for the scan, but the symptoms developing are a really good sign. Only four sleeps now!! I still grin whenever I think about you being pregnant btw, it's been wonderful to be by your cyber side during these past months

MrsH hope you're feeling a bit brighter today. I'm a bit but I have no idea who eeyore is, other than that he's in Winnie the Pooh (never read those books as a child!).

PnM hope the sun's shining with you today too as it's a lovely bright day in Brighton [fmsile]. We've got some friends arriving down for the weekend soon, so I'm glad they'll get to see the South Coast in such good weather

And hello to RFN2 if you're lurking - hope things are good with you .

to everyone not mentioned by name!

I've had a rush of a morning - my driving lessons are on a Sat morning so the tidying/stocking up on supplies for the soon-to-arrive friends was all a bit rushed. Loving the learning to drive though - my instructor thinks I'm hilarious cos I keep saying things like "god, clutch control is amazing...it's like a miracle...or a super power" as I ramble through the lessons. Strangely, the progress (and praise!) of learning a new skill has kind of lifted my spirits about ttc. It's something tangibly (sp?) positive and helps me from obsessing as much...

Did I tell you gals about my victim of crime-ness this week? On the train on Tues morning I was pickpocketed in such a stealthy way - they actually opened my handbag (a zip one), opened my wallet (again it has a zip) and took the cards from half my wallet. Thank god Natwest fraud people phoned on Tue pm or I'd not have realised (I only use about two of my cards regularly). In typical sod's law fashion, I had my theory test booked for Wed morning at 8am and of course they also robbed my provisional licence so I couldn't take it. Rather I must have been asleep on the train (well, I know I was asleep on the train on Tue am - I was so out that I actually mentioned it to colleagues when I got in...double ) and what gets me is that no one said, "hey, wake up, you're being robbed!". At least I'm not liable for any of the 9 transactions that went through on Tuesday though...

OK, enough of my ramblings! Hope everyone has an utterly spiffing weekend (motoring brings out my Enid Blyton vocab ) as I won't be checking back in til tomorrow avo.

Hi everybody,

I'm sorry I haven't been around much - its been very busy chez PnM this week....

Its so lovely to hear from you Mibbes and to hear how much in love you and Mr Mibbes are with little Evan

How are you feeling MrsH? I'm sorry to hear that you've been having a rough time of it lately. Have you been to visit Father Christmas with DD this weekend? Bet her face was a picture . I really hope the hysteroscopy (sp?)can give you a few more answers - I know January does seem like an age away though and getting the news of your friends pregnancy in the same week is very tough to cope with. Big hugs for you xx

Caitni thats great news that the sa results aren't quite the doom and gloom you had thought and that the oncologist was so encouraging. Deffo think a holiday is in order . Great to hear how excited you are about your driving as well!! I have taken up sewing (I know, I know, it makes me sound about 80) as an aversion technique. Have been making patchwork cushion covers, a patchwork quilt and some Christmas decorations and actually finding it quite theraputic so know exactly what you mean about learning a new skill lifting your spirits! Sun was deffo shining down south today although I was working all day so didn't see much of it!

Only 4 more sleeps MOB - can only imagine the bittersweet feelings you must be going through but we will, of course, be [cyber] hand holding on scan day

Good timing with the egg Ei, hope you were busy last night

Really lovely of you to pop in Abby and that things are going well, if a little busy Only just over a week for both you and JB to go now - how very exciting

My period finally made an appearance! I now have my hsg booked for thursday. Have booked the whole day off to wallow after as I'm sure my pain threshold is much lower than MrsH's . It also seems that the more invasive the tests, the more down I get about it all so hopefully it will be quick and finished with.

Had an 'interesting' comment from the [pregnant] girl I work with today - she now knows the ttc troubles I am going through (decided to be honest with her) and although she was sympathetic, she finished the day by saying 'oooo, your scan is on the same day as my 16wk appt, how ironic'..... Hmmmm, wouldn't call it irony love, more like a kick in the teeth

Ah well.... Must learn to just stop being so emotional!

hi PnM sorry AF arrived for you but at least now you can move forward and have the hsg good luck for this oh festive cycle
mob only 4 sleeps to go
hi to everyone else
xx ei xx

Picknmix I am sorry that your period showed up, but as Ei says, at least now you can get on with your test. Honestly the HSG is really not that bad I promise. It is uncomfortable, in the same was that a smear is, but I had read that if you only had one tube it was agony and it really was not. I did take 2 paracetomol and 2 nurofen about 45 mins before, so maybe that helped (at least maybe it helped me relax). If you can breathe deeply when they are putting the catheter in that will help them because you will be relaxed, and then hopefully it will be a piece of cake. Also, I make patchwork too. And I knit (not very well so mostly scarves!). Maybe we should be the WIMBLEWAI(N)F Grannies thread. And also am sending a virtual slap to your stupid work colleague.

Caitni at the fuckers for stealing your cards! But at least the card people were being vigilant. I'm glad you are enjoying driving. I have to say if you can drive around Brighton, you can drive anywhere!

MOB nearly scan day now. I am so excited for you.

Ei hurrah for well timed egg. I really hope this one is your month.

Well, I have reason to suspect I am out already and that is because I am 4dpo, and have cramps and am bleeding. Yes, actual blood. It started with a blob of brown CM yesterday and last night turned to proper red blood which today is grown again. All very perplexing. I think my hormones are ok (judging from temps) so I can't help thinking that the bastard thing they could see in my uterus is doing this. Suddenly I have the urge to get surgery right away.

Oh well, am taking DD to see FC this afternoon so that will take my mind off my useless reproductive organs.

See you all later.

hi ladies
@ your weird bleeding mrsH i would maybe call the consultant up for some advice as it definitely doesnt sound normal as you know we are taking DD to see FC this afternoon too he is amazing being in 2 places at once magic!!
mob only 3 more sleeps to go isnt it?
xx ei xx

Mibbes Hope you are recovering well. I have had a peek at your profile and seen the photos of Evan - he is GORGEOUS . I keep thinking about you all and those wonderful first days of being a new family.

Caitni Poor you, having your cards taken. i can't believe no-one saw and woke you up {fshock] Glad it is all sorted out and it is not going to cost you anything. It's your GP appt tomorrow, isn't it? Hope it goes well, and that you get lots of info about all possible options at this point.

PnM The patchwork sounds lovely! I do tapestry, and find it very relaxing and therapeutic. It stops me falling asleep infront of the tv! I'm glad your period has finally arrived and that you have got the hsg booked. I know it's not exactly something to look forward to, but hopefully it will be a step towards finding out what's holding things up. Oh, and at your work colleague. People really have NO idea of what all this is like unless they have experienced it. She should learn to keep her mouth shut though.

EI I hope you have caught the egg this month. I would love you to get a nice festive BFP Did DD enjoy seeing FC?

MrsH I hope your DD enjoyed seeing the big man as well . I am concerned about the bleeding you are having - that sounds odd. Is it still continuing? Is it possible to speak to your consultant on the 'phone and mention it to him?

Well, it's now only 2 sleeps 'till our date with dildo-cam . I can't wait, i wish i could magic the hours away!

Afternoon ladies

MOB only two more sleeps!! Will be keeping my fingers crossed that you get a nice view of your little beanie[s] . I was lol at the date with dildo-cam - it's like a fertility reality show!! Thanks for remembering about my doc's app tomorrow morning. Hoping she'll have some good advice re what happens now...

Mibbes Evan is a gorgeous wee man! I love the photos - you must be so proud

MrsH that bleeding sounds very odd . Have you managed to ring the consultant to ask about it?

PnM firstly, sorry AF arrived but yay that the HSG is on Thurs! Secondly, I would have just freaked out at your completely insensitive colleague!! Surely just some plain, old fashioned sympathy is not too much to ask for?? Grrr makes me very irritated to hear stories like that .

Ei did your DD like FC? I loved all that when I was a kid .

So nothing going on here - 9 dpo, no symptoms to speak of (I am actually trying very hard NOT to symptom spot this month ) but still hoping I get a BFP instead of the usual AF this Thurs/Fri. There are so many Xmas parties this week and weekend and I'd actually love to be on the soda water & lime at them all !

Mob it is so exciting that you are about to see your bean[s]. You know I once saw a programme about a woman who had 2 embryos put back and they each split so she got 2 pairs of identical twins!! Can you imagine the shock of their first scan?

Caitni well done you for not symptom spotting. I wish I had some self-control, but then I would be someone else!

How did FC go Ei? My DD seemed to quite like it but she was scared by a 4 foot high dancing santa before we went in. Today she has been telling her friends that it was very exciting though, so clearly it was good enough!

Mibbes I hope mummyhood is still lovely (am sure it is). Will have a look at the photos later.

PnM I hope all is well and that you're good and chilled about the HSG.

My bleeding has stopped - I've re-read my last post and meant to type "gone" but instead put "grown" so sorry for worrying anyone! It was a blob of brown, a blob of bright red and then a day of brown wipes (sorry tmi), so not too bad. In a way I am pleased it happened at 3/4 dpo (too early for implantation). Can you imagine how unbearably excited I wouldbe if it had happened at 7-10dpo?! I have a GP appointment at the end of the week so will mention it then but I suspect the hysteroscopy will reveal all and I will be getting that in Jan so it is not too long to wait...

hi ladies
mob 2 more sleeps
mrsH DD was terrified of FC she was so excited and then when she saw him she said she was scared and then screamed when he stood up!! luckily he was quite a jolly old soul so didnt take offence good job it only cost £5 and she got a present (which turned out to be lipglosses so totally inappropriate) but she was happy enough when we got outside
we came home and crimbofied our house so it now looks nice and festive has anyone else put theirs up yet?
caitni hope you are doing ok
PnM hello lovely how are you??
hello to everyone else lurking or otherwise
xx ei xx

Morning ladies

Caitni 9DPO already . That has flown! Look forward to hearing how today goes.

MrsH Glad the bleeding has gone and not grown! Still worth mentioning to the GP though, when you are there, at least it will then be noted and in your records.

EI Your poor DD - terrified of FC! I was the same when i was little. Well done on getting all your decorations up, we are doing ours this coming weekend.

Well, MrsH, i didn't realise the embryos could split AFTER being implanted ! Still, i suppose as my main worry is that there won't be a healthy, live, baby in there at all, I won't really care if there is 1,2,3 or 4

Hope everyone else is ok. Have a good day!

Hi all

MOB I can't believe it's the day before your scan already - time is flying!! I'm keeping you in my thoughts that there's at least one good strong heartbeat tomorrow. I'll be waiting with fingers and toes crossed for good news

MrsH so glad to hear that the bleeding wasn't so bad! Also glad to hear your DD has been telling her chums about her trip to Santa . My non-symptom spotting of yesterday has collapsed today (and it's only 10 dpo - I'm tragic!!) but if I didn't symptom spot at least one day each month then I guess I wouldn't be really ttc

Ei Sorry to hear your poor DD was terrified by Santa...and lip gloss - what an pressie for a small girl! And well done with the getting the decorations done! I'm well jealous, as I'd hoped to get ours done this past weekend but having friends down scuppered it. But am definitely starting on Christmas cards tonight though

PnM hello! Meant to say that I'd love to take up sewing - did a bit as a kid but have always loved the idea of making my own patchwork quilt. Might be just the thing to get my mind of ttc...what time on Thurs is your HSG? So glad that you've booked the day off - hopefully it won't be painful, but it's nice to be able to relax anyway

And big to everyone else

So I had a lovely visit with the unfortunately named Dr Cramp this morning. She was very nice and sympathetic, and told me a reassuring story about a patient of hers who's currently pregnant but found out she was pregnant while waiting for her period to start so she could start her IVF drugs - moral of the story is don't give up hope! Anyway, she took a swab for chlamydia (sp??) and once the results for that come back then the X ray dept will be in touch to schedule an HSG. She's also referring us to the fertility clinic, so that that ball is rolling while waiting for the HSG. She did say that my progesterone result was borderline, so that's something that the fertility consultant may want to do again. But it was high enough to "probably indicate ovulation". Since I temp and get good biphasic charts I'm not too worried...

I'm 10 dpo and am now symptom spotting like mad, the main one being that I'm not actually spotting (yet!!). But my temps aren't too high...and I'm getting exhausted from all the knicker checking already!

Hello all

Ei at FC giving your DD lipgloss. I think I would have given it right back! Our FC was handing out books, which we were really pleased with and DD loves her book so that's all good. We've got our tree up too - smells fab, I completely love it

Caitni well done for not symptom spotting for days. I find myself going "I wonder if that twinge could be implantation..." on a near daily basis, which is actually bloody stupid of me because if a baby could implant in the right place I think one would have in the last 18 months... Your doctor, although unfortunately named, does sound very good, so that must be comforting.

MOB embryos can't (I think) split after implanting but of course your might not have implanted on transfer day - it might have taken a few days longer!! Lots of positive vibes for tomorrow (not that you need them). Looks like christmas is coming early in the bird house!

You around PnM? Or are you elbow-deep in quilt pieces?

No news here, a few twinges and feeling bloated and I need to get it into my thick head that I am not going to get pg until after my op. No more bleeding, though, so that's a plus.

I really can't wait for christmas. I need a good break!

Just a quick note to say good luck to MOB today.

We're in our brand new offices today - all hotdesking and 21st marvels - but it does mean my work internetting will have to reduce (my screen is visible to all my neighbours) - Sigh...

Just checking in to see how MOB's scan went.

Caitni how annoying about the hot-desking lack of privacy...

Hope everyone is ok.

Am symptom spotting like a demon today! I had a tiny bit of spotting, some cramping and the sight of the sandwich my colleague was buying turned my stomach.

I will NOT be getting my hopes up this month...

Those symptoms sound quite promising to me MrsH but then I've also turned into a symptom spotting fiend . My main symptom being that I've no spotting yet - I've had spotting by 11 dpo on all cycles I've recorded this year except the one I got a BFP on (can you tell I've been on FF )...have also been peeing more often (I even had to stop off to use the toilets at St Pancras on my way to work this morning as needed to go so badly when I got off the train - that has never ever happened to me before!)...am trying (possibly failing!) to keep a grasp on reality though .

MOB hope the scan went OK?

Caitni xx

Well ladies....

It's twins
Two little heartbeats seen, and all is looking good. We are utterly delighted, if a little stunned!! We had suspected, as i have been feeling so sick & tired.

In a bit of a rush, as off to a school carol concert, but interested to see some symptoms MrsH & Caitni!

Oh MOB! I'm so happy for you and your DH - Congrats on your two little chicks! I'm on the train grinning from ear to ear for you...

MOB!!!!!! congratulations!!! i am so made up for you i knew it!! this time next year you will be the proud mummy to madoldtwins and getting ready for christmas as a family of 6 amazing news!! i am grinning like a cheshire cat here
hi to everyone else
just to say you lot better not get BFP this cycle and leave me all alone only joking!! i cant think of anything better than that news at the mo- apart from me getting one that is
xx ei xx

I KNEW IT!

I'm thrilled for you, Mr Mob, your girls and the chicks! How bloody marvellous!