Calling All Women of Strength!!!

[mommyin10]

A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape…
But a woman of strength builds relationships to keep her soul in shape.
A strong woman isn't afraid of anything…
But a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of fear.
A strong woman won't let anyone get the better of her…
But a woman of strength gives the best of herself to everyone.
A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future…
A woman of strength realizes life's mistakes can also be unexpected blessings and capitalizes on them.
A strong woman wears a look of confidence on her face…
But a woman of strength wears grace.
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey…
But a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.
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Leighanne:Jaedyn Michael Born on 2/10/09  Now is 15months 20lbs and 30 inches long
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!!  Check out her beautiful pics!
Dnikkki: Welcome Peyton Therese!!! Born 2/2/10 at 9:47 p.m. 6 pounds, 6 ounces & 19 inches long!
Mommyin10: Richard Clay, III & Ava Kathleen were born 2/18/10! He was 4 lbs, 5oz, born at 12:15 a.m. She weighed 3lbs, 14oz, born at 12:16 a.m.
Sbumblebeeo: Shelby Rachel arrived on April 1st, 7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 inches long! :)
Help4baby:  Twin boys were born on April 30 6 lb 5oz & 7 lb 4oz

kmcarino: BFP!!! 36 weeks with a healthy BOY!!!
ad_06: BFP!!! 30 weeks with Conner Jamison!!! :)   Next Appt June 3
Michelleinhawaii: BFP!!! Send prayers & positive thoughts :)
Rachjas:  BFP!!! =)

Waiting for an update:
Candie    
Hannah
pyar
Nino7
BabyMadd
Sammy_J

Taking a Break
Lina  
mrspace


Guesito:  started meds for IVF Retrievel first week of June!!
Keyan: CD6
Luvkayln: CD8
Krichar: CD8 Started meds for FET, lining ck on June 3, Transfer in June (7-11)!
jmh2005:  21DPO Good luck!!
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Posted by Sbumblebeeo:
To: All Mommys
Shelby hasn't pooped for two days now.  I am wondering if I should call the doctor tomorrow or not?  I don't want to panic but yesterday was the first time since she was born that she hasn't pooped.  Right now she is screaming her full head off.  She's had a bath and I tried to feed her but she just keeps spitting it out.  I'm really frustrated and tired.  She nursed for about 15 minutes but that was it.  What to do what to do....

Any thoughts?
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Hey, ladies!  I'm sorry it's been so long.  This is actually my third time logging on to try to post, but I'm really busy with my little ones.  I hardly have a moment sometimes.  No complaints, just busy! =)  As of 2 1/2 weeks ago, Ricky weighed in at 10 lbs, 2 1/2 oz & Ava was 9 lbs, 4 1/2.  They go back to their pediatrician on Friday for another weigh in.  They're both doing great!  They're smiling and laughing and trying to talk.  It's so much fun & really cute!  When I'm working, I'm a court reporter & so when an attorney wants a transcript of a proceeding I reported, they contact me.  Unfortunately, I've been getting requests from last year & it's been really hard trying to get them done.  Yesterday dh and I went to the courthouse & printed my transcripts and left them for the attorneys to pick up & once we left the courthouse, I felt such a sense of relief!  Now I can focus my time and attention solely on my little ones.


Rachjas:  I'm SO happy for you!!!  I can't believe I missed the news.  Your beta #s are amazing!  Best wishes!!! =)

Help4Baby:  Congrats on the birth of your twins!!!  Post pics soon =)

sbumblebeeo:  I'm sorry it took me so long to get back to you, but I agree with the other ladies.  Give Shelby some formula or formula mixed with breast milk at night.  That will definitely get her to sleep longer.  As far as her not pooping, Ava does the same & today she was screaming her little head off too.  It's so sad! :(  Our pediatrician has told us it's okay to give the babies some water, so you may want to try that.  We just fill a bottle with an ounce or so.  They don't drink much, but it does help move things along ;)  Good luck!

Keyan:  Thank you for the update on Rachjas!  I appreciate you letting me know.  I didn't expect to be away from you guys so long ;)  How are you doing?  How's the adoption process moving along?  Yes, Ricky & Ava turned 3 months last week!!!  It's so hard to believe they're growing so fast.  

Luvkayln:  It's good to see you!  Thanks for the note.  Hopefully I'll get on here more often now.  I've missed you all!  I've decided that I'll stay off work til the second week in August & I'm so happy about that decision! :)  My sister is coming to visit in July & we're excited for her 4 girls to meet Ricky & Ava.  It should be fun!  How's the new house?  Addy must be getting so big!!!  

Leighanne:  How's the house hunt?  That su cks your landlord did that to you guys, but you'll find something better, I'm sure ;)  Are you still thinking about ttc again? :)

Guesito:  Congrats on your upcoming IVF & Best Wishes!!! =)

Krichar:  Your transfer is coming up quickly!  I'll be thinking of you & hoping we get to add you to our growing list! =)

kmcarino:  How are you feeling?  I swelled quite a bit too, but surprisingly it was mostly after my babies were born.  I remember freaking out when I looked down & saw my feet!  They were huge ;)  You are getting so close, I can't believe it!!!  Have you decided on a name?

ad_06:  I'm glad to hear your last appt went so well :)  You're getting close, too!  I'll have to check out your new belly pic!

[krichar]

I am so sorry for your loss...When you are ready there is a geat poem out there called "just those few weeks" by Susan Erling Martinez. It is amazing and sums up all the emotions so you know you are not alone with how you feel. There are many of us out there and we are here for you if you need us

[sbumblebeeo]

Dear friend... I am so sorry to hear this.  I lost two  babies and it was soooo hard.  I can't imagine how you are feeling just waiting for what you know to come.  My heart truly goes out to you.  It just isn't fair!  

You are in my thoughts and prayers.  (Now that God and I are on talking terms again)

:)  Smile if you can!
Shannon

[rachjas0623]

Our blighted ovum has been confirmed. I took things better today. The gestational sac continues to grow and it's making be very sick off and on throughout the day. I woudn't mind ms if it was leading to a normal pregnancy, but it's not... so I ready for it to be gone. I am to stop meds and call back next week or earlier if anything happens before then. If nothign within two weeks, we may have to do a D&C.

We have been referred to an immunologist in Illinois. We are going to get a lot of testing completed for RPL. We told our RE that we will not be cycling anytime soon, but that we would like to know what they tests say.

[krichar]

Well today is the day!!! It is finally here...I will be going in for my FET in 4 more hours. I will be transfering 2-3 day snow babies, pregnancy test is usually 2 weeks after so it will probably be june 22 or 23. Wish me luck!!!

[kmcarino]

rachjas- It breaks my heart to hear your news:(  I was so excited for you with your high HCG levels.  I am so sorry.  I hope that they are wrong and it is just too early still.  I will pray for a miracle for you.  You have been through so much and deserve to have something go your way for once.  Please take care of yourself.

AFM, My ob appt is today.  Two weeks ago I was 1cm dilated and 25% effaced.  Nothing had changed last week.  I did have to have an ultrasound since I was still measuring at 34 weeks when I was 36 and 37 weeks along, but everything looked ok on the u/s.  I am not sure if I am having any contractions or not.  I can't wait to see if tyhere's been any progress.  I am excited and also sad that my pregnancy will be over and I'll never be pregnant again.  I love being pregnant.  I think I have enjoyed the third trimester more than the other two.  I will update when I can.

[mrspace24]

Hi everyone. It's been a long time, I know.  

My DH and I are still on a break.  It's been good so far.  We are considering starting to TTC again very soon.  The goal is to be back on our feet financially by the end of summer, then right back to TTC.

My weight loss didn't go well.  I lost 20lbs total.  But I still have some time.

I'm so glad to see all the new babies and hear that everyone is doing well.

For those of you having troubles, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

I have a quick question.  I have endometriosis and my doctor has decided that it's impossible for it to grow back in less than a year (after LAP) when I'm only 23.  I'm in terrible pain every day.  Has anyone else dealt with this?  I've done a little reading on Lupron, but it scares me.  I've spoken to a few doctors and all tell me that there is nothing I can really do since I had surgery less than a year ago.  But the pain is horrendous.  

So any ideas would be great.  Thanks everyone!