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@LindsayInNY: That would make me feel better, knowing there were 6 cycles in that year--does it help you, too? I know you're frustrated, but it also sounds like you're feeling level headed and ok with waiting a few more months or so before seeing the doctor, which is good!

It's nice to hear you say you see where my DH is coming from so I keep the other perspective in mind. I don't want to villainize him, or belittle his feelings. We're just at loggerheads on this topic.

@LindsayInNY: hi pretty lady

@Happygal: this makes me sad for you I hope that you two can come to a positive resolution. Hugs, love

@T.H.O.U.: boo to that. Hope you get in bring and early tomorrow AM.

Can I post a quick update, too? Since my losses this spring, I've been on Zoloft to help keep my anxiety and depression in check. I've been on it since I've been pregnant, which my OB is fully supportive of. Well, my prescription runs out in three weeks, by which time I will be close to the third tri (insanity, I tell you), and that is when the risk for using it goes up. I've been so, so nervous about weaning off of it though-just one more thing to worry about.

So today, at my 23 week appointment, we had a good heart-to-heart about it. He suggesting halving my dose for the next month to see how I do. If I don't do well, we'll up it again. If I do, I may try going off of it all together. Either way, I'm going to go back on it immediately postpartum, which is another thing that terrified me.

No matter what I end up doing, though, my doctor was super supportive of me possibly needing to stay on the medication. I have felt badly about needing to be on it, but he asked me if I would feel badly if I was diabetic and needed insulin (obviously not) or had an overactive thyroid and needed meds to control it (again, no). He said that this is no different if I need it. I know he's right, but sometimes, it's hard. I see people talk about not ever wanting to take any medicine while pregnant, and I don't have that luxury. But I'm eternally grateful that I have access to the medicine that I do need to keep me and my little plum healthy.

Sorry, that was a long vent. Hope you all are well. Love to all

@Mrs. Polish: You got tagged in one? Maybe they just forgot?

@Mrs. Polish: I would respond! Post honestly about what Es pregnancy was like!

@T.H.O.U.: Sorry about the scheduling issues, waiting for a referral is the worst!

@LindsayInNY: Welcome to our group but sorry you are here at the same time

@LovelyPlum: I totally agree with your doctor. You need to do what is best for you and the little one

I never really "watch" what I eat. I think I have been the same size since jr high, so I indulge!

Updates.. Got my cd20 progesterone back yesterday. (I worked on cd21 during lab hours). It came back at 22.8!! I was so excited 100mg clomid must be working!!

Any insight ??

@Happygal: I think we should start a little support group regarding our DHs. I suspect I am going to need it once we get a little closer to IVF!

@mrs bunchy: No insight from me either, but I am just glad that the Clomid seems to be working for you!!

@LovelyPlum: It sounds like you have a great doctor! You feeling good is good for your baby!

@Sunshine1810: sent you a wall message

@Leialou: wow, things seem to be moving so quickly! How are you feeling?

@mrs. someone: how are things going for you? Have you had a doctor's appointment? Lovenox still working well for you?

@spaniellove: any updates on your pregnancy to share with us? Has the morning sickness died down for you yet?

@Leialou: Hope everything stays on track. That is exciting!

So, I called my OB office who said they had sent everything over to the RH and they were waiting on the return call for the appointment. They said I could also call if I wanted so I did. When I got a hold of the office, she confirmed they received my referral paperwork and that their scheduler would call to set up an appointment which usually takes 1-2 weeks. Seriously!!! This can't be normal. I blabbed to the receptionist that I really want to get something scheduled ASAP because the reason for my referral was because of recurrent miscarriages and we are currently TTC. She seemed to understand and put a note in for the scheduler and now I have to wait again. I'm just worried that with the holidays 2 weeks will really turn into 4 weeks.

@Happygal: I've been meaning to tell you...although my husband eventually became very supportive and probably doesn't remember now that he ever felt differently, I realized what our needs were long before he did and there were many arguments at first. We really did butt heads in the beginning. I'm hopeful that you guys will work it out.

@Leialou: Can't believe you're already almost there! Have you tried some kind of oil (like coconut or emu oil) to get the dark residue off? Hopefully the bruises are a minor sacrifice because this round is going to be a success!

@LovelyPlum: If you ever want to talk about the meds, I'd be happy to talk. It's not easy making a choice like that. I'm on meds for my epilepsy and migraines, and usually people go off it before pregnancy but I'd be in the hospital all the time if I did so my neuro kept me on it despite the risk. It sounds like you have a very good doctor to help you weigh the pros and cons, which is the absolute right thing to do. You're doing the right thing.

I left the RE even though they hadn't released me (long story) and stopping the shots has made things much easier, finally. My morning sickness was never that bad actually! I'm just so relieved that after all those losses I'm finally in 2nd tri.

@spaniellove: That it would take 1-2 weeks for her to even call me back to set up an appointment. I'm sure it will still take several weeks after that until I get be scheduled for an opening!

@spaniellove: Yes I'm trying to just not think about it too much but I don't know if I should be TTC or not (OB wasn't clear). Half of me wants to just go ahead and keep trying and if I get pregnant then maybe I can get in sooner but I obviously don't want to risk another miscarriage. I don't really want to keep waiting though because maybe this is just a false positive.

@bluestriped bee: yea for horseback riding! That sounds like a really fun activity.

@bluestriped bee: Yes, 2014 will be your year! Live it up this Christmas and enjoy that lesson!

@spaniellove: Thank you!
@T.H.O.U.: Oh, very cool.

@mrswin: @Mrs.Someone: @Happygal: @Sunshine1810: thank you ladies! It's so nice to have your support. I'm three days in to taking the half dose, and so far, so good. I'm not sleeping super well, but that's pretty much par for the course for me. I am hoping that things continue on this path. And you're right, having my doctor on board has made all the difference.

@spaniellove: thanks for your comment. I actually thought about you when I was writing that, because I remember that you had to be on meds, too. I agree, it's the right decision to stay on medicine when you need it. I'm still on some pretty heavy duty asthma and acid reflux meds, and it would be completely unrealistic to think that I could go off of them and still be healthy. Part of the reason that I'm comfortable with my doctor is that he is 100% on board with this. Thanks for the reassurance. It's scary, but I know it is good for both me and baby. You're making some tough choices, too-I'm glad you're looking out for your own health as well!

@SunshineMcC: thank you so much! I promise, I will

@Leialou: so soon!

@bluestriped bee: I'm sorry that you won't be getting another IUI this month, but enjoy that horseback riding. It sounds amazing!