I'm already almost 30 weeks! My next goal is 32 weeks and then I'm just going to focus on getting everything done before PJ decides to arrive. I've been crazy busy trying to finish the last 2 classes for my masters degree. I leave at 7am for work and don't return home until 9:30pm. My classes are 6 weeks long and I still have 5 to go. I've begun counting down already.
I may or may not have GD. I failed my one hour and got to go in to take the lovely three hour. I rushed in last Wed morning wanting to get it out of the way--and begin diet/tracking if I indeed had it. Well, I get my results via computer and my midwife said no call means nothing to worry about. My results were confusing. I failed the fasting (before the drink by 2 points). I failed the 1 hour but I passed the 2 hour and 3 hour. My test results say that you must pass 2 after taking the glucola drink--which makes me think I've passed. However, dr. g.oogle leads me to believe I failed. There has been no call from my midwife's office....so I took things into my own hands and emailed her. I'm still waiting for a reply.
Other than that, I am just moving along. Pregnancy has been pretty kind to me and I hope that trend continues. PJ is really moving in there now and Mr. F has been able to feel her a few times--which is really awesome!
May 29, 2012
May 9, 2012
First Shower, Defenses, a BabyMoon, and 27 weeks
Time seems to be going by very quickly. I hope that continues to be the case when I am at the end and just wanting to meet this little girl. We have been extremely busy which certainly is helping this pregnancy speed by.
We had our first baby shower last weekend. It was hosted by a close friend of mine and she did a fabulous job. She hand made all the decorations and they were adorable. We got a sea creature theme (Mr. F studies them). About 30 friends and family were there to celebrate and they were extremely generous. PJ now has many new outfits, blankets, books, diapers, and toys. Now, I just need to sit down and get the thank-you cards written.
In addition, Mr. F is now officially Dr. F. He finished his graduate degree and he is finally back to normal. It's been a stressful couple of months for him and you could visually see the stress lift from him after he finished his defense. I am almost done with my graduate degree. I have 2 more classes to finish this summer before PJ comes.
We have also booked our babymoon. We will be doing a tour of all the major Hawaiian Islands. I've been to many before but there are still things we wanted to do on each of them. So, off we will go the first week in July. I am very much looking forward to my last bit of relaxation.
Finally, I'm 27 weeks today. 28 weeks is my next milestone. So, almost there. I am feeling really great. I have no major complaints. I have a little carpal tunnel (I think) in my hands and sometimes my back is sore...but otherwise I am functioning completely like normal! I know there is still time to develop the awesome things (like hemorrhoids) but so far, so good.
We had our first baby shower last weekend. It was hosted by a close friend of mine and she did a fabulous job. She hand made all the decorations and they were adorable. We got a sea creature theme (Mr. F studies them). About 30 friends and family were there to celebrate and they were extremely generous. PJ now has many new outfits, blankets, books, diapers, and toys. Now, I just need to sit down and get the thank-you cards written.
In addition, Mr. F is now officially Dr. F. He finished his graduate degree and he is finally back to normal. It's been a stressful couple of months for him and you could visually see the stress lift from him after he finished his defense. I am almost done with my graduate degree. I have 2 more classes to finish this summer before PJ comes.
We have also booked our babymoon. We will be doing a tour of all the major Hawaiian Islands. I've been to many before but there are still things we wanted to do on each of them. So, off we will go the first week in July. I am very much looking forward to my last bit of relaxation.
Finally, I'm 27 weeks today. 28 weeks is my next milestone. So, almost there. I am feeling really great. I have no major complaints. I have a little carpal tunnel (I think) in my hands and sometimes my back is sore...but otherwise I am functioning completely like normal! I know there is still time to develop the awesome things (like hemorrhoids) but so far, so good.
April 24, 2012
Cloth Diaper Overload
I have a very serious problem. Well, maybe two of them. First, I am a bargain shopper. I love finding things I want, on sale. Shopping for PJ has been a blast. For instance, I knew I wanted a BOB. So, I watched and waited for months and got it for a great price. I also knew that I wanted to cloth diaper (for a variety of reasons). If any of you cloth diaper, you know how many great prints are available. I think I may have went a bit overboard. I may have bought 14 BumGenius Elementals and Free-Times this weekend (don't tell my husband he only knows about 8 of them). That is in addition to the other 29 diapers that I already have (in various brands/colors). In my defense, BG just came out with some adorable new prints/colors (The CornfedFeminist is also talking about this) The Albert print is perfect for us with Mr. F being a scientist so that was a must purchase. Also, they were discounted most places at 25% off. That being said, I think I have enough cloth diapers for awhile. That is, until I discover another great print....Cloth diapering is a very dangerous addiction.
April 18, 2012
Viability
My ticker may say I'm one day away, but my dr's office says today is the day. I'm so relieved. Another milestone met. Though I realize that things can still happen, I still feel much safer having hit this point. I can exhale a bit more.
The pregnancy is still going well. I really have nothing to complain about. I've had some pretty brutal pelvic pain but the chiropractor seems to be helping that. Yesterday, I freaked out for a few seconds and almost convinced myself that I was having contractions. I kept feeling this rhythmic feeling and at first I thought it was PJ kicking. However, after it kept going on that's when I started worrying....until I figured out it was the hiccups (or at least I think it was). So, cool.
In moving news...it's looking more and more like it is happening. We will be headed to NYC a few short weeks after I give birth. My husband will head out first and I will spend a few weeks with family before heading there. It's our hope he can find a place and get settled a bit before the baby and I head over. We are fairly certain we will be living in Brooklyn. Now, it's just finding a place. The easy part, right!?
We will also be having our baby shower soon. We have a lot of friends here that will be taking off for the summer. So, the hostess decided to throw it a bit earlier than expected. I'm excited though and am sure it will be a ton of fun. I promise I'll try to update more in the future. Hope you are all well.
The pregnancy is still going well. I really have nothing to complain about. I've had some pretty brutal pelvic pain but the chiropractor seems to be helping that. Yesterday, I freaked out for a few seconds and almost convinced myself that I was having contractions. I kept feeling this rhythmic feeling and at first I thought it was PJ kicking. However, after it kept going on that's when I started worrying....until I figured out it was the hiccups (or at least I think it was). So, cool.
In moving news...it's looking more and more like it is happening. We will be headed to NYC a few short weeks after I give birth. My husband will head out first and I will spend a few weeks with family before heading there. It's our hope he can find a place and get settled a bit before the baby and I head over. We are fairly certain we will be living in Brooklyn. Now, it's just finding a place. The easy part, right!?
We will also be having our baby shower soon. We have a lot of friends here that will be taking off for the summer. So, the hostess decided to throw it a bit earlier than expected. I'm excited though and am sure it will be a ton of fun. I promise I'll try to update more in the future. Hope you are all well.
March 22, 2012
Movement and a Great Book
So, I have anxiously been awaiting PJs first kicks. Over the past few weeks there were a couple times when I thought I may have felt something. However, I was not completely convinced. The last few days it has become unmistakable. It's the craziest feeling. It alternates between feeling like a little bug under my skin and when I assume PJ is flipping--like I just took a crazy dive on a roller coaster. I'm loving it. This is something I was really looking forward to. I'm a little worried about what it is going to feel like when PJ gets bigger but I think I am ready for it.
I also just finished a really great book. What.Alice.Forgot. It's a chick-lit book about a women who forgets about 10 years of her life after an accident. That's not what hooked me though. Instead, the story about her sister, a fellow infertile, is what really drew me in. I had no idea that it had anything to do with infertility and found myself crying throughout much of the book. It was so well done though and very realistic. I kept thinking either the author has went through this herself or someone very close to her had told her their deepest secrets regarding IF. I highly suggest the book.
In other news, we are still deciding where to move next fall. We will make a decision by mid-april. I'm nervous, excited, and all those other emotions that go along with making a huge move. We've done it twice now though, so at least I have a small idea of what we are getting ourselves into.
I also just finished a really great book. What.Alice.Forgot. It's a chick-lit book about a women who forgets about 10 years of her life after an accident. That's not what hooked me though. Instead, the story about her sister, a fellow infertile, is what really drew me in. I had no idea that it had anything to do with infertility and found myself crying throughout much of the book. It was so well done though and very realistic. I kept thinking either the author has went through this herself or someone very close to her had told her their deepest secrets regarding IF. I highly suggest the book.
In other news, we are still deciding where to move next fall. We will make a decision by mid-april. I'm nervous, excited, and all those other emotions that go along with making a huge move. We've done it twice now though, so at least I have a small idea of what we are getting ourselves into.
March 13, 2012
It's a Girl
Well, we know for sure, for sure now. We had our ultrasound with the MFM doctor yesterday to check all the organs, blood flow, etc. I am extremely happy to report that everything is perfect. We were offered an amnio but declined. With cgh, excellent NT results, and a great almost 19 week scan we are feeling good. PJ (the babies intials) is currently weighing in at 8oz. Everything is measuring right on track. Next milestone, 24 weeks.
March 7, 2012
New York, New York?!
So, up until now I've been very careful to keep this blog as anonymous as possible. I mean, I'm sure family and friends could probably figure it out if they tried hard but in general I talk very little about my life. Now that I'm the P word, I find it's hard to come up with blog topics that aren't related to what I'm currently experiencing. Quite frankly, I don't want to spend all my time regaling you with tales of weight gain and gas. So, I'm going to slowly start talking a bit more about my life outside of IF. Hence, the blog title.
So, New York what does this have to do with anything? Well, we very likely may be moving there. Said moving would occur 3 weeks after my due date. Can you say eek! Added to this, we currently live about the farthest geographic distance away from New York possible while still being in the US. Can you guess where I live? I am so excited and nervous and multiple emotions. If anyone lives there/has lived there and has suggestions for where to look for housing or neighborhoods, I'm all ears. My husband will be attending school in Manhattan and I will need to find a job. We are seriously considering living outside the city in order to have a bit more room and save some money. Big changes are a coming.
So, New York what does this have to do with anything? Well, we very likely may be moving there. Said moving would occur 3 weeks after my due date. Can you say eek! Added to this, we currently live about the farthest geographic distance away from New York possible while still being in the US. Can you guess where I live? I am so excited and nervous and multiple emotions. If anyone lives there/has lived there and has suggestions for where to look for housing or neighborhoods, I'm all ears. My husband will be attending school in Manhattan and I will need to find a job. We are seriously considering living outside the city in order to have a bit more room and save some money. Big changes are a coming.
March 2, 2012
Update and PAIL
Long time, no blog. I've been incredibly busy and keeping up with everyone else's posts has taken up the majority of my time. I'm taking 3 classes this semester so that I can finish my degree during the first summer session. It's looking more and more like a baby may actually be happening for Mr. F and I, so I'm trying to tie up loose ends.
We will likely be moving shortly after I give birth (crazy, right!!?) We are unsure if it will just be across town or across the country. Mr. F is finishing his doctorate and will be on the hunt for a job. I'm a little stressed not knowing where we will be living...but I'm trying to deal so Mr. F can keep his sanity. That's the big news in my life. Otherwise, the pregnancy continues to progress. I haven't felt any movement or anything yet, which I am most excited about.
Additionally, I am so excited that fellow bloggers had the brilliant idea to start PAIL. I'm loving it so far and have already found lots of new bloggers to follow.
We will likely be moving shortly after I give birth (crazy, right!!?) We are unsure if it will just be across town or across the country. Mr. F is finishing his doctorate and will be on the hunt for a job. I'm a little stressed not knowing where we will be living...but I'm trying to deal so Mr. F can keep his sanity. That's the big news in my life. Otherwise, the pregnancy continues to progress. I haven't felt any movement or anything yet, which I am most excited about.
Additionally, I am so excited that fellow bloggers had the brilliant idea to start PAIL. I'm loving it so far and have already found lots of new bloggers to follow.
February 10, 2012
Luck
I've been meaning to write this post for awhile. In some ways, I feel extremely lucky. Finding a genetically normal embryo and actually having it grow into a baby--really, incredibly lucky. I also am lucky enough to have a career that I enjoy and to be able to have the freedom to travel and pursue hobbies. On the other hand, I'm not so lucky. I got saddled with infertility, a balanced translocation, one good embryo out of 19, and multiple miscarriages.
Before I started down this road, I thought Mr. F and I would have 3-4 children (though he always said 2). Now, I'm not so sure. I'm incredibly blessed that so far ivf has worked for us and that we had insurance to cover the costs. Even though this pregnancy hasn't even provided us with child #1 yet, I am already considering how we are going to provide her with a sibling. We have no frosties, so that's out. I also don't see us being willing to spend the money for ivf on the gamble that we find what is likely one of my few remaining normal embryos. So, we're back to donor something--which we are both more than happy to proceed with. It's just odd to think how differently our family will end up growing...all because of one genetic mutation. I also feel like I'm not really out of the trenches. I remember before thinking....if I just was able to have a child then I could leave this behind. I no longer believe that. The fight for #2 will be just as hard as the fight for #1. I feel incredibly lucky to even be in the position to contemplate #1 and my heart hurts for all of you out there still waiting to get to that point. I guess, I just feel differently now then I thought I would feel. Time, perspective, and all of that.
Before I started down this road, I thought Mr. F and I would have 3-4 children (though he always said 2). Now, I'm not so sure. I'm incredibly blessed that so far ivf has worked for us and that we had insurance to cover the costs. Even though this pregnancy hasn't even provided us with child #1 yet, I am already considering how we are going to provide her with a sibling. We have no frosties, so that's out. I also don't see us being willing to spend the money for ivf on the gamble that we find what is likely one of my few remaining normal embryos. So, we're back to donor something--which we are both more than happy to proceed with. It's just odd to think how differently our family will end up growing...all because of one genetic mutation. I also feel like I'm not really out of the trenches. I remember before thinking....if I just was able to have a child then I could leave this behind. I no longer believe that. The fight for #2 will be just as hard as the fight for #1. I feel incredibly lucky to even be in the position to contemplate #1 and my heart hurts for all of you out there still waiting to get to that point. I guess, I just feel differently now then I thought I would feel. Time, perspective, and all of that.
January 28, 2012
NT Scan
I had my NT scan yesterday and am happy to report that all is normal. The MFM dr. said he doesn't think we have anything to worry about and that I should enjoy the rest of my pregnancy. I am so, so hoping that he is right. I will go back at 18 weeks for another scan, where they will specifically be looking at the heart and other organs.
Upon this news, we decided to go ahead and tell the rest of our friends and family. I wasn't shy and told everyone that we went through ivf and that we had only one normal embryo out of 19. Everyone has been really excited for us which has been great. Other than that, I'm doing well. The fatigue is lifting and I'm starting to feel like my normal self again.
Upon this news, we decided to go ahead and tell the rest of our friends and family. I wasn't shy and told everyone that we went through ivf and that we had only one normal embryo out of 19. Everyone has been really excited for us which has been great. Other than that, I'm doing well. The fatigue is lifting and I'm starting to feel like my normal self again.
January 18, 2012
And I can Relax for another Week
I had my ultrasound today. Baby is doing well. She is now measuring 1 day ahead and I'm officially 11 weeks. Apparently this is also the date my OB will be using because they don't care about ivf dates and instead use LMP. The baby was extremely active and it was really cool to watch. I also finally got a stomach ultrasound! Now I can relax until my NT scan......
January 16, 2012
Where I'm at Now
As you can see, I've changed up my blog. I added a ticker (I was a little worried about doing so) but I always hate going to someone's blog and trying to add in my head where they are currently at in their pregnancy or ttc history.
As far as the pregnancy, I'm feeling pretty good. I've had a few random times where I've thrown up. I'm actually starting to think it's because of my prenatals--I recently switched. I'm also starting to feel less tired then I was previously. So, so far so good. I had my first appointment with my midwife last week. I was pretty underwhelmed. I guess I expected a little more depth to the appointment but it was basically me peeing on a stick to confirm pregnancy. This week, Wednesday, I go back for a dating ultrasound and next week I will go in for my physical (I'm hoping this appointment will be a bit more substantive). I've scheduled our NT scan for the end of the month. So, lots of exciting and terrifying appointments coming up.
I find myself not really remembering that I'm pregnant most days. I only start to get nervous and anxious when I have an ultrasound appointment coming up. So, I'm feeling pretty nervous right now. I guess I'm still waiting for the other shoe to drop. I can't wait to get out of the first trimester. Even though I know it doesn't remove all risk, it's a milestone I'm looking forward to passing and I think my anxiety will lessen a bit. Have I mentioned I'm extremely type A--that probably doesn't help either. I also just ordered a doppler. I've used it once and I think I found a heartbeat. I hope it will be reassuring in the weeks to come.
Other than that, not much is new. I started classes again last week so I'm extremely busy again. This is also my busy time at work...so between that and school my days are pretty full.
As far as the pregnancy, I'm feeling pretty good. I've had a few random times where I've thrown up. I'm actually starting to think it's because of my prenatals--I recently switched. I'm also starting to feel less tired then I was previously. So, so far so good. I had my first appointment with my midwife last week. I was pretty underwhelmed. I guess I expected a little more depth to the appointment but it was basically me peeing on a stick to confirm pregnancy. This week, Wednesday, I go back for a dating ultrasound and next week I will go in for my physical (I'm hoping this appointment will be a bit more substantive). I've scheduled our NT scan for the end of the month. So, lots of exciting and terrifying appointments coming up.
I find myself not really remembering that I'm pregnant most days. I only start to get nervous and anxious when I have an ultrasound appointment coming up. So, I'm feeling pretty nervous right now. I guess I'm still waiting for the other shoe to drop. I can't wait to get out of the first trimester. Even though I know it doesn't remove all risk, it's a milestone I'm looking forward to passing and I think my anxiety will lessen a bit. Have I mentioned I'm extremely type A--that probably doesn't help either. I also just ordered a doppler. I've used it once and I think I found a heartbeat. I hope it will be reassuring in the weeks to come.
Other than that, not much is new. I started classes again last week so I'm extremely busy again. This is also my busy time at work...so between that and school my days are pretty full.
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