It will at least be Oct before TTC again

[mrsjason]

I just got off the phone with my Endocrinologist and my thyroid numbers are still off. I have been on meds for the last three months, but they weren't enough, so she is increasing my dosage and following up with me in Oct to see if my numbers are any better. Then she will decide if my numbers are ok or not to proceed forward and giving me the green light to TTC again.

I am ok with waiting. Actually, I was kinda hoping that we would still be on hold TTC. I am not really looking forward to getting back into it (although I do want a baby so I know it's necessary). Plus I still have some lbs that I want to drop (I have lost a total of 14 lbs now.....which is a lot considering I haven't been able to drop 1 lb in the last 4 years!). I am also training for a Marathon in January so it would be best to wait until the New Year.

Although, I logged into FB this morning and saw a BFP announcement and part of me felt a little jealous, so I know I am not completely fine with the idea of waiting, hahaha.

I still remember when one of my doctors was back in Feb was suggesting radiation and was telling me that I would have to wait a year to TTC again. I remember bawling eyes out on the way home from that appointment thinking "A year! There is no way I can wait a year!".

But actually a break from TTC was the best thing for me. Finally, now, I can focus on things I want to do without the thought of potential pregnancy affecting my plans.

[aegis2005]

I'm sorry that your body hasn't responded the way your endocrinologist was hoping it would. It's so frustrating when our bodies won't do what we want them to do.

That said, when you've tried a long time, I think there's something freeing about being on a break (even though it sure as shit doesn't feel like it at the time). I'll be the first to say I've been pissed about mandated breaks in the past, but at the same time it feels like a weight has been lifted, because I don't have to think about temping, charting, peeing on sticks, shoving needles into my body, etc. I can just be a normal person.

Sending lots of T&P's that the rest of your "break" gives your mind and body a break from the stress that's involved in TTC.

(((hugs)))

[mrsjason]

Jul 13, 2012 11:06:22 GMT -5 aegis2005 said:

I'm sorry that your body hasn't responded the way your endocrinologist was hoping it would. It's so frustrating when our bodies won't do what we want them to do.

That said, when you've tried a long time, I think there's something freeing about being on a break (even though it sure as shit doesn't feel like it at the time). I'll be the first to say I've been pissed about mandated breaks in the past, but at the same time it feels like a weight has been lifted, because I don't have to think about temping, charting, peeing on sticks, shoving needles into my body, etc. I can just be a normal person.

Sending lots of T&P's that the rest of your "break" gives your mind and body a break from the stress that's involved in TTC.

(((hugs)))

It is nice being a normal person again! TTC was like a dark shadow over me, LOL.

I have a friend who has been trying for about 6 months now without any results and she keeps telling me she is going to start temping, OPKs, and timing sex. I am trying to convince her not to rush into it because it will become consuming, and to give it more time. Ahh, but she doesn't want to listen. Just like I didn't want to when I was at the point she was!

[mrsjenrn]

It sounds like taking a break from TTC has been good for you. That is awesome that you have lost 14lbs! I am trying but my gym plans keep getting messed up because Zoe keeps getting sick from going into the gym daycare. I like going to the classes because it helps keep me motivated, but I guess I will have to do stuff at home too. Maybe the mixture will be good for me. I have cut back on soda this past week and I have been eating less. Baby steps! I hate dieting so I really like your idea of eating clean!

I know how you feel about being jealous of the BFP's. One day I really want another baby now, the next I am happy with just Zoe for the moment. And since Zoe was a surprise I am worried that we will have trouble TTC.

I will be 34 next month and am really freaking out about that, too. Sure, lots of people have babies at or after 35, but that number really scares me, like my eggs will suddenly dry up or something. Completely crazy, I know!!

I am just all over the place about this TTC thing. Glad I'm not alone!

[aegis2005]

Jul 13, 2012 11:12:09 GMT -5 mrsjason said:

Jul 13, 2012 11:06:22 GMT -5 aegis2005 said:

I'm sorry that your body hasn't responded the way your endocrinologist was hoping it would. It's so frustrating when our bodies won't do what we want them to do.

That said, when you've tried a long time, I think there's something freeing about being on a break (even though it sure as shit doesn't feel like it at the time). I'll be the first to say I've been pissed about mandated breaks in the past, but at the same time it feels like a weight has been lifted, because I don't have to think about temping, charting, peeing on sticks, shoving needles into my body, etc. I can just be a normal person.

Sending lots of T&P's that the rest of your "break" gives your mind and body a break from the stress that's involved in TTC.

(((hugs)))

It is nice being a normal person again! TTC was like a dark shadow over me, LOL.

I have a friend who has been trying for about 6 months now without any results and she keeps telling me she is going to start temping, OPKs, and timing sex. I am trying to convince her not to rush into it because it will become consuming, and to give it more time. Ahh, but she doesn't want to listen. Just like I didn't want to when I was at the point she was!

I was one of the crazies who was temping/charting for a few months before we were TTC - afterall I had a timeline, and dammit, I was having a baby on my schedule. Hahaha. Yeah, by six months I knew we had a problem, but the doctors wouldn't see me until a year.

[mrsjason]

Jul 13, 2012 11:17:04 GMT -5 aegis2005 said:

Jul 13, 2012 11:12:09 GMT -5 mrsjason said:

It is nice being a normal person again! TTC was like a dark shadow over me, LOL.

I have a friend who has been trying for about 6 months now without any results and she keeps telling me she is going to start temping, OPKs, and timing sex. I am trying to convince her not to rush into it because it will become consuming, and to give it more time. Ahh, but she doesn't want to listen. Just like I didn't want to when I was at the point she was!

I was one of the crazies who was temping/charting for a few months before we were TTC - afterall I had a timeline, and dammit, I was having a baby on my schedule. Hahaha. Yeah, by six months I knew we had a problem, but the doctors wouldn't see me until a year.

I know, I remember thinking I wanted to start TTC right away after Macy because we were going to have another winter baby.

Bahahahaha. I was cute.

[babybchbum]

I wish you the best in this break. I hope everything works out better with the increase in the meds.

Aegis, how is everything going with you, I think about you often and hope everything is working out.

[moonstone523]

October will be here before you know it.
I hope everything gets better regarding your health. :heart: