I'd like to say welcome to anyone visiting my blog from ICLW! I'm Kelly and my husband (referred to here as Mr SC) and I have been trying for our first child since July 2008. The whole story is on the right, but the scorecard so far is pregnancies: 4 babies: TBD. Up until a few weeks ago, that would have been zero. But, I need to mention up front that we found out I was pregnant a week ago (I'm now five weeks), so this blog has a different focus now than my "three words" I gave when I signed up for ICLW.
I saw my RE this morning for my last HCG and progesterone check. We also talked about my 1st u/s that she was looking at for 12/2 (and I had talked about before). I told her that Mr SC and I would like to wait until 12/9. I'll be 7.5 weeks and it will be less ambiguous. She agreed. So, I won't be going back in until then.
My progesterone is lower. It's still within normal range and my RE thinks it's just fine, but I freaked out. She tried to explain that it can fluctuate, it is still normal, etc. etc. I feel badly, but I wasn't listening. She then said that she knew me and knew I would react this way so she would put me on progesteron.e. She stressed that she doesn't think I need it, but she knows with my RPL that it would help for me to have peace of mind and it can't hurt. I have gel (this should be fun) and thankfully, my insurance covers it.
Not an earth-shattering post, but I wanted to update.
I hope that everyone is having a good weekend.
I am hoping for good things for you! Its Christmas time, the time for miracles! x
ReplyDeleteSounds good =). I still have everything crossed for you. Glad she put you on progesterone just for peace of mind even. That's good. Hope times flies until 12/9. ((Hugs))
ReplyDeleteStill hoping this is it for you.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry I haven't commented yet. I know the fear is all consuming (and for me it still hasn't gone away) but there is hope! Praying for you.
ReplyDeleteI was happy to be on progesterone. I called it my "baby glue." Just a little something extra to be sure baby has the best possible chance to stick around! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm scratching my head on how I missed that you are pregnant. Paralyzing fear, check. That's standard. I'm sending you warm rays of hope and a laser-like beam of good thoughts. Great thoughts!
ReplyDeleteWhen I read that you wanted a later date for your first us, I thought "wow, she's hard" (that's the term we used in high school when someone did something totally gansta, bad ass and was just super cool about it). But I totally understand avoiding the ambiguity of "oh, maybe it's just too early". I coukdnt wait to get that wand stuck inside me. I have yet to overcome the impatience jinx. I pray that you will be properly rewarded for your patience (um....and pain, sorrow and all the other crap that rpl brings)
ReplyDeleteHey! Finally had a minute to check up blog posts.....and so surprised to read your last couple of updates!! Surprised in a good way! I can only imagine how hard this is, but it sounds like you are handling everything like a superstar - no surprise there! :-)
ReplyDeleteI hope this is it for you Kelly! (((hugs)))
Happy ICLW! Thanks for your comment and congratulations on your pregnancy! Sending you sticky energy and wishes for the best of everything!
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Fingers and toes crossed for a sticky bean for you.
ReplyDeleteTake care
I definitely understand why you pushed back the u/s date. Having tasted myself the "it's probably over" at 6w4d only to see a hb at 7w2d and then no more heartbeat at 9 weeks... the rollercoaster is not fun.
ReplyDeleteI hope that you're doing ok, even though you're on edge.
Even if you don't need the progesterone, it makes sense to be taking it - if only for your peace of mind. I'm so proud of you for waiting to have the ultrasound, I don't think I could wait, but I'm very impressed that you can! I have all the hopes in the world for you that this is it!!!
ReplyDeleteI think it's good that you are waiting for the u/s, for your own peace of mind..And my progesterone was "good" too and I still demanded the little vag suppositiories..It was a great big ol good time..But totally worth it in the end. I was like you, at this point, it can only help. Can't wait to hear the news on the 7th and I'm hoping time FLIES for your guys!!
ReplyDeleteThe peace of mind is worth it. Thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteI like the progesterone. And I am soooo praying for you.
ReplyDeleteGlad your doctor is working with you and taking your feelings into consideration. Continuing to remain cautiously optimistic with you!
ReplyDeleteHappy ICLW! Congratulations on your pregnancy! Amazing news!! I pray that you have a happy, healthy, uneventful 9 months <3
ReplyDeleteI know that every day must feel like an eternity right now, and you must be so scared. I'm hoping that 12/9 gets here quickly and that you get great - and definitive- news. You'll get there.
ReplyDeleteMy fingers are still crossed, Kelly. I'm glad the doctor gave you progesterone, just to be on the safe side. Hoping that 12/9 arrives quickly with good news.
ReplyDeleteHoping for only good things for you and thinking of you often. xx
ReplyDeleteSending hugs and sticky baby vibes. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteStopping by for ICLW! Thanks for the comment on my blog yesterday. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I hope this is your sticky baby!
ReplyDeleteI'm guessing your HCG is still rising as it should be? Your RE is definitely correct that fluctuating p4 means nothing, but also that it's a good idea to get on the gel. It never hurts, and the peace of mind is worth a lot! Although the ick of it is never fun. I'll be thinking of you lots on the 9th!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from ICLW....sending lots and lots of sticky baby vibes to you and Mr. SC. :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for a win for the home team. Time to take that TBD and pop a nice, lovely number in there. "1" to start with.
ReplyDeleteI think you're smart about waiting with the ultrasound, until it will be 100% clear. The worst is to be told, "Um, no...but maybe." And I'm hoping for a resounding "YES!"
Good luck - hope it all goes well!
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