Post # 466

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Blushing bee
yeah, so I just got my results back from my second HCG test and it doesn’t look good :(. On monday my levels were 30,028 and two days later they are only at 35, 228 so they are concerned it might be an indicator of an early mc… I have my U/s today in the afternoon but after this, I’m not feeling too hopeful
Post # 467

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Buzzing bee
mco06: I’ll sorry the news wasn’t good. But don’t lose hope – hcg stops to double once it gets above 6000, so you may be fine. So glad you have an ultrasound later today – I hope your little bean is happy and healthy in there! I’ll be keeping you in my thoughts!
Post # 468

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Buzzing bee
I got my second beta back and it doubled nicely – from 1145 at 16dpo (4 weeks 2 days) to 2876 yesterday ay 18dpo (4 weeks 4 days). Only 4 weeks until my first appointment! 🙂
Post # 469

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Buzzing bee
mco06: Check out this link:
http://www.betabase.info/chart/doublingByBeta/15/Single and you’ll see reason to be optimistic – your doubling time of roughly 200 hours looks to be on par for such a high hcg level. Fingers super crossed for you.
Post # 470

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Newbee
sostobe: awesome, thanks for the advice! I really appreciate it. I’m looking forward to some relaxing and extra naps, it will be great!
Post # 471

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Bumble bee
I’ve been feeling weird all day..the base of my back hurts a little and yesterday, my left rib hurt a little. I still don’t “feel pregnant” if that even makes sense this is our first baby and I don’t know what to expect!
Anyone care to share their experiences when they were at the 5-6week mark, like I am right now? And so I don’t feel insane? 🙂
PS. I LOVE THIS BOARD..DH and I are keeping the news under wraps until at least the first OBGYN appt which I’m excited and terrified of in case anything isn’t right, and this forum is a lifesaver since I can’t talk about these things with anyone in real life, cept DH..but clearly, there’s only so much he can relate haha.
Post # 472

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Worker bee
ROLL CALL
Due date: 20th October
How many DPO were you when you got your BFP (if you were tracking?): 12 DPO
How long did you try before your BFP? About 4 months including an MC in December
If trying for awhile, what was different this month? Just tried hard! And when I wasn’t seeing any CM but getting postive OPKs we used a gel thats supposed to help the swimmers
Any symptoms yet? Yes! I’m suffering from terrible morning/afternoon/night sickness, have had to take the week off work and was in hospital this morning with dehydration. The worst of it is i’m so grateful to have not miscarried so far, but i am thoroughly miserable.
What are you most excited about? Getting past the first trimester most def!
What are you most nervous about? MC, Having to decide to take medication for MS.
What will you miss most while pregnant? Feeling normal I suppose!
Who have you told so far? DH, my mum, dad and sis.
Include a picture of your BFP if you want!
Read more: http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/october-2015-mamas/#ixzz3SsoQfIk4
Post # 473

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Helper bee
mco06: Thinking of you! Like the other gals said I don’t think betas double forever? Hope you have a great US!
rittenhousenewbee: I love this board for that reason too! I was going crazy when no one but my DH knew!
Post # 474

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Sugar bee
bridget2727: anytime!! Enjoy your trip! 🙂
Post # 476

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Helper bee
Heyy everyone!! I’m new to the pregnancy board (been hanging around TTC for a while ha) so thought I’d FINALLY join in!
ROLL CALL
Due date: Oct 29!
How many DPO were you when you got your BFP (if you were tracking?): ooh I was 12dpo
How long did you try before your BFP? 8 cycles officially
If trying for awhile, what was different this month? I started temping and paying more attention to the way my body responded to different times of the month
Any symptoms yet? oh yes..BBs KILL omg, a little nausea (not TOO bad yet…), moody.
What are you most excited about? Being able to bring home baby!
What are you most nervous about? Honestly, getting bigger. I’m terrified that because I’m on the edge of being overweight that I’ll just look obese instead of pregnant.
What will you miss most while pregnant? My energy level so far ha
Who have you told so far? DH parents, best friends
Include a picture of your BFP if you want!
eww my sink has so much hair on it (sorry guys haha)

Post # 477

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Blushing bee
Just a quick update- I had a great us.. they were able to find tge baby and thr heartbeat!! I feel sooo relieved and happy to know that everything looked good, that I forgot to ask how far along I wss… here is a pick of my little peanut

Post # 479

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Newbee
mco06: This is fantastic news. YAY
Post # 480

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Helper bee
I posted on FB earlier, but my appointment today didn’t go so great. I’m grateful I was able to be seen today, and that they were able to get me in for an u/s as well, but I didn’t get much reassurance. I’ve continued to spot/lightly bleed since last night, varying in color from brown to more red. The u/s did show a sac with a small blob that I’m assuming was baby, but I measured almost two weeks behind where we expected. The doctor basically said all we can do is wait it out and hope for the best, since there is no way to stop it if I am in the early stages of miscarriage. She thought the odds were about 50/50. I still don’t have much cramping at all, which makes me feel better, but my lack of other symptoms worries me. She’s supposed to call me back tomorrow with the results of my blood work, and we have a follow up u/s scheduled for next week to see if anything has changed. They did not find the heartbeat, but based on where I was measring (closer to 6 weeks), said it still might be too early. So all in all I’m not feeling too good about things right now, but I’m trying to stay hopeful while also preparing for more bad news.