tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post6187369509342703282..comments2023-07-09T03:10:02.677-07:00Comments on Tutus & Tonka Trucks: Trying to ConceiveKatie Fhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02624218149461236252noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-53710843152787145242010-09-03T19:04:59.439-07:002010-09-03T19:04:59.439-07:00Keep your head up Katie! It will happen and no th...Keep your head up Katie! It will happen and no the Army doesn't help that much. I have found that if you stress and worry about it it doesn't happen but the minute you let go - it happens! What does your husband do in the army?Mandiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02441913592120450738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-23137313682938729932010-08-28T11:33:14.598-07:002010-08-28T11:33:14.598-07:00There's nothing wrong with your decision. As a...There's nothing wrong with your decision. As a military spouse and now pregnant lady, I assure you, TTC sends you with mixed emotions! I was told by two doctors that I may not be able to get pregnant. I'm only 23, was 22 at the time. I had surgery to remove endometriosis last October. I decided to stop taking my BC before the surgery so that my cycles could get "normal". I never really had normal cycles before (even on BC) and always thought I was late, but figured with cycles ranging anywhere from 30-47 days something else might be wrong. We decided to "try" on the weekends that I got to see my then fiance so that we'd have a headstart because I didn't want to risk not being able to conceive if I waited til I was married for X amount of years. After 2 months the doctor's said I may not be ovulating so I went right out to the store and bought an ovulation kit. I had about 2 books on fertility and kept a fertility journal which I kept records of my temperature every morning as soon as I woke up. I did all that fun stuff. My second cycle came around and I got pregnant. I probably would have been more discouraged had I not bought the ovulation kits to be honest. I wouldn't know when to "try"! Don't get discouraged though. I think I've read that the average TTC couple takes 4 months to get pregnant. You shouldn't be concerned unless you've been trying for a year in most cases.<br /><br />I know you haven't been trying long, but whatever decision you make will be good for you. You aren't selfish for feeling the way you do about IVF and stuff like that. Its a decision that people make based on what they want in life. For some people creating a family is the most important thing and for others a career and happy husband is. Everyone's different. Good luck!!! <br /><br />PS - sorry this was SUPER long!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06738947672725262579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-58446982652886213732010-08-26T17:55:42.458-07:002010-08-26T17:55:42.458-07:00opps "I know more about..."opps "I know more about..."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-8517462760355428652010-08-26T17:54:03.164-07:002010-08-26T17:54:03.164-07:00I love open and hoenst posts. And this is your blo...I love open and hoenst posts. And this is your blog. You should be allowed to write on whatever your heart desires. :) After 2 IVF's I no more about TTC than I ever dreamed I would know. The first book I read when it wasn't happening as quickly as I thought it should was Taking Charge of Your Fertility. I'm sure if you've been reading fertility blogs for some time you've heard of that book. :) If you ever have any questions, you are welcome to ask! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-24996044043833250432010-08-26T16:15:00.954-07:002010-08-26T16:15:00.954-07:00Hi there. I'm a new follower of your blog. I u...Hi there. I'm a new follower of your blog. I understand how hard TTC is. My husband and I have been battling infertility for over 3 years now. I've been on fertility drugs for the past year now and was recently diagnosed with PCOS. I'm also a miscarriage survivor and we're currently still trying for our first miracle baby. I'd also recommend "Taking Charge of your Fertility". It's a great book. Good luck with your journey! <br /><br />www.notjustanarmywife.blogspot.comLaurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04141396944324964845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-82024178200044338372010-08-26T13:21:34.820-07:002010-08-26T13:21:34.820-07:00What an honest post! I so appreciate that. I don...What an honest post! I so appreciate that. I don't have any recommendations, but I do know that God will give you guys a baby when the time is right. The best advice I have ever heard about TTC is that it happens when you are relaxed and not constantly worrying about getting pregnant. <br /><br />I totally agree with you though. I always worry that when we do decide to start trying for a baby that I won't be able to do it naturally! Crazy, I know!Mateyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07574063496527679824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-41250150404533739482010-08-26T13:06:20.641-07:002010-08-26T13:06:20.641-07:00I too would recommend Taking Charge of your Fertil...I too would recommend Taking Charge of your Fertility. I also wanted to wish you the best of luck.Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04769356492606351481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-86382349454700876712010-08-26T12:35:52.847-07:002010-08-26T12:35:52.847-07:00I honestly am probably not the best person to comm...I honestly am probably not the best person to comment as we got pregnant without even deciding it was the time but I love you honesty and I want to follow you guys on your journey. I think I am along the thought line that it is good to know what your body is doing but not to obsess over it. My mum had IVF for 9 years, she finally had my brother from this and then 18 months later she got pregnant naturally and had my other brother. The Drs put it down to the fact that she was relaxed and having a baby wasn't her sole focus any more! Everything will happen when the time is right.Expat Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11942576756555058748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-5658169508890159092010-08-26T12:16:30.326-07:002010-08-26T12:16:30.326-07:00Sorry to hear about a no go this month, make sure ...Sorry to hear about a no go this month, make sure you have folic acid in your diet at the time you conceive, its very important!! I hope you can find the right resources and ways to keep you positive ... When god knows its time, he will bless you with a child!Lyzzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09957953246045522083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-1767900179150815812010-08-26T12:05:44.317-07:002010-08-26T12:05:44.317-07:00Hey!! I really enjoy your blog, and I wanted to pa...Hey!! I really enjoy your blog, and I wanted to pass on an award to you!! <br /><br />www.armydogs.blogspot.com<br /><br />I am so new to this, sorry if I am going about it the wrong way :-)SLMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06536857097287394235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-65207219206496878252010-08-26T10:41:52.687-07:002010-08-26T10:41:52.687-07:00I do recommend being aware of your body, you cycle...I do recommend being aware of your body, you cycle, etc. But I also recommend not totally stressing yourself out either. I have known so many women who have tried for years, or have been told they will probably never conceive...once they stop thinking about it "BOOM!" they are pregnant. <br />However, do be aware that depending on how long you were on BC and when you finally stopped taking BC it does take time for your body to completely cleanse itself of the hormones and go back to "normal." <br /><br />Good luck on your journey.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-52369683449645087772010-08-26T10:21:59.029-07:002010-08-26T10:21:59.029-07:00I don't have any suggestions for you, but than...I don't have any suggestions for you, but thank you for this open and honest post. I enjoyed reading it, and although I'm a few years away from kids myself, I can understand where you're coming from.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10569741824004570468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-84586856023915286602010-08-26T10:12:41.242-07:002010-08-26T10:12:41.242-07:00I would def recommend taking charge of your fertil...I would def recommend taking charge of your fertility if you haven't already gotten that one. I really think it worked miracles for us. I do think it is awesome that you are being honest and blogging about this part of your life.Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14512593790820167149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-9494108951581383322010-08-26T09:27:25.474-07:002010-08-26T09:27:25.474-07:00I don't know if anyone has mentioned it yet, b...I don't know if anyone has mentioned it yet, but you should get the book Taking Charge of your Fertility. Seriously, it's the best thing I've read. I chart my cycles now and even only one month off BC, I know when I ovulated and the length of my cycle. I know the exact DAY I ovulated because of this. My husband is deployed, so we have to wait until he gets back to start trying, but luckily with this I can figure out when the best time is to have a baby. I think your issues with when you're ovulating and when your period is will be solved by reading this book. I promise!Chantalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543581308363689982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-13531076735125497642010-08-26T09:23:54.045-07:002010-08-26T09:23:54.045-07:00That is awesome you guys are starting to TTC!!!
...That is awesome you guys are starting to TTC!!! <br /><br />This is going to sound really gross, but I'm going to tell you anyway and I'll try my best to not be so crude about it.... BUT!<br /><br />Ya know when your va-j-j get the thick clear mucus right before or after your period? That is the best time to start getting down and dirty because that mucus helps keep the spermies in your hooha.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-15245987984053060932010-08-26T09:12:58.500-07:002010-08-26T09:12:58.500-07:00I don't have big words of wisdom, but I just w...I don't have big words of wisdom, but I just wanted to thank you for your honesty. It's so nice to read about real life, and it's brave of you.<br /><br />And good luck!erikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09432371971747985519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-85788803744087538182010-08-26T09:07:36.252-07:002010-08-26T09:07:36.252-07:00I agree 100% with Birdie, making the baby is suppo...I agree 100% with Birdie, making the baby is supposed to be FUN! Allow yourself to relax and have fun, it will happen!Aliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09066657290572406767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-21309211049638655282010-08-26T08:58:39.964-07:002010-08-26T08:58:39.964-07:00This is a tough road you are about to travel down....This is a tough road you are about to travel down. We successfully got pregnant the first month we tried; however, it ended in a devastating miscarriage. I had meltdown after meltdown before the next period came after the miscarriage. After we got pregnant the next cycle, the worry started. I called my doc after the first positive test and demanded recurring blood tests to track my hormone levels. I even went on progesterone (crazy pill!) for added help to save the pregnancy. Obviously it was a success since Connor is now here but even the pregnancy road was difficult. Er visit led to cardiologist finding a hole in my heart, to seeing a neurologist, to finding out I have a blood disorder (which explains the miscarriage), to seeing a hematologist thinking I would need to do injections each day. <br /><br />Long story short, whether you are pregnant or not, you will always stress and worry. Try not to for your sanity and enjoy this special time with your husband! It truly is a time when miracles can and do happen. Life really is amazing when trying to create a life. Enjoy!<br /><br />(Oh, book recommendations... I didn't do any fertility books but your pregnancy week by week is awesome! I now have your baby week by week and love it as well.)Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04016101953605328450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-5337048753682723352010-08-26T08:45:52.345-07:002010-08-26T08:45:52.345-07:00The best advice I can give is to relax! Stop tryi...The best advice I can give is to relax! Stop trying, stop tracking your fertility and obsessing over ovulation! Don't have deadlines or time lines. They are just added stress. You are young, you are healthy and there is no point to all that stuff except making you feel like a failure when it doesn't happen...like you miscalculated something, which is crazy! I know, it's easier said that done but it's true.No Model Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05108699897785029512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-83544602304693523652010-08-26T08:25:56.904-07:002010-08-26T08:25:56.904-07:00It is definitely a very hard road to be on. My hus...It is definitely a very hard road to be on. My husband and I have tried to get pregnant for a year and a half now, after 3 miscarriages, 2 failed rounds of clomid, my emotions are getting the best of me, but I know I just need to be patient. Honestly the best advice I can give is to be patient, let your body relax, try not stress. I know not getting those 2 lines is disappointing but it will happen when its right (it has taken me a long time to get to that point). Sending lots of prayers your way and good luck on this journey!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01092211937888152360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-58940932827170756652010-08-26T08:25:56.461-07:002010-08-26T08:25:56.461-07:00I would recommend the book 'Fully Fertile'...I would recommend the book 'Fully Fertile' I really liked it. However after 10 months of unsuccessfully TTC I'm not too sure it's been helping. Good luck, I hope next cycle is your cycle!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09540357391500090255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-71433592896361771002010-08-26T08:15:29.415-07:002010-08-26T08:15:29.415-07:00I actually thought this post was very honest. My h...I actually thought this post was very honest. My hub and I have beeen trying as well we are getting stationed in Fort Carson,CO and I have been keeping track of my period and stuff like that but I have like 3 periods a year its crazy so its really hard for me to keep up when I don't get one for months lol. Good Luck girl I'll be praying ya'll.Stephanie Hartmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06683965836805768845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-584228167731927982.post-25876800995490384362010-08-26T08:11:26.029-07:002010-08-26T08:11:26.029-07:00I don't have any book recommendations, but thi...I don't have any book recommendations, but this is what worked for me. When my husband and I decided we wanted to start trying for a baby, the first two months I was devestated when I wasn't pregnant. But I didn't want to drive myself crazy with trying to track my period and figure out when I was ovulating. So we just had sex every day that month. That was the trick and I got pregnant with my daughter! That is my advice, haha. Good luck on your journey!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06142617016229998265noreply@blogger.com