First off, thank you to everyone who sent their thoughts and prayers about my mole excision. It wasn't bad at all. The worst part was the injection of the numbing meds. The doctor didn't use enough at first and I could feel things pricking me so he wanted to give me more. He injected the meds right into the exposed muscle....OW.
I made it through, and they decided to take only one of the two moles on my back to reduce scarring, at least until we get the pathology results back. I go back to the doctor on the 30th of July to get my stitches removed. If my results are back we will discuss then...if not, then they will call me and we go from there. I'm doing pretty good, other than being kind of sore. Changing the bandages hurts like a B!
In other news, I finally heard back from the Infertility Nurse today after leaving her probably a billion messages. I will be getting an HSG on Thursday. I have to be at the Hospital at 7 45 am, and the procedure will probably be between 20-30 minutes. I'm nervous about the pain, but I'm glad they are letting my husband come in the room with me. I think that will help tremendously.
I've heard a few stories about HSG's intensifying cramps or making infertility worse...has anyone else heard this????
I guess when it's all said and done, even though I'm nervous about the procedure, I'm kind of excited. I'm ready to hear back about my bloodwork and the HSG. I'm ready to fix whatever the problem may be and if there is no problem found, my doctor is willing to treat my progesterone. So in the end, I'm ready. I'm excited to finally have answers.
I miss my babies so very much...I have to believe that this will ALL be worth it and I will get my take home baby....eventually.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Dr's Appointments, Bloodwork...What's next?
Today I went to a doctor's appointment and found out that my cholesterol, specifically the bad one is a tad high. My triglicerides are normal but could stand to be a little lower as well. At my last appointment to check these everything came back normal but my good cholesterol was low.
I am going to go back on my prenatals which should help bring the levels down because of the Niacin in them. I am also going to do better with watching what I eat and trying to get more exercise. I am looking forward to being able to start going to the pool soon!
I also mentioned my Aunt's recent diagnosis of skin cancer to the doctor. I've had moles my entire life, and most of them haven't seemed to really change...but watching my aunt go through this was enough to scare me. I have some really dark moles on my back and the doctor is going to excise one to get a baseline biopsy done. My appointment is Monday at 10 50. The doctor seems pretty confident that I'm okay but I will feel so much better once I know that...
I also had my Repeated Loss Bloodwork done today. 5 nice size tubes after not eating and I was feeling pretty woozy. I am not sure when those results will be in but I can't wait to find out...knowing will be half the battle. I can't decide if I will feel better if there IS something wrong because then we can fix it and the losses have a reason...or if I will feel better if nothing's wrong....ugh who knows.
So at this point,
Bloodwork-done
HSG- Needs to be scheduled, will be in the next 4 to 7 days if possible
Mole Excision- Monday at 10 50
Calling to inquire about bloodwork- Monday
I am going to go back on my prenatals which should help bring the levels down because of the Niacin in them. I am also going to do better with watching what I eat and trying to get more exercise. I am looking forward to being able to start going to the pool soon!
I also mentioned my Aunt's recent diagnosis of skin cancer to the doctor. I've had moles my entire life, and most of them haven't seemed to really change...but watching my aunt go through this was enough to scare me. I have some really dark moles on my back and the doctor is going to excise one to get a baseline biopsy done. My appointment is Monday at 10 50. The doctor seems pretty confident that I'm okay but I will feel so much better once I know that...
I also had my Repeated Loss Bloodwork done today. 5 nice size tubes after not eating and I was feeling pretty woozy. I am not sure when those results will be in but I can't wait to find out...knowing will be half the battle. I can't decide if I will feel better if there IS something wrong because then we can fix it and the losses have a reason...or if I will feel better if nothing's wrong....ugh who knows.
So at this point,
Bloodwork-done
HSG- Needs to be scheduled, will be in the next 4 to 7 days if possible
Mole Excision- Monday at 10 50
Calling to inquire about bloodwork- Monday
Friday, June 10, 2011
Miscarriage...Infertility....Heartbreak
I guess it's time I talk about this. I apologize in advance if it doesn't make any sense...I just need to get it out. p.s. it may also be your version of TMI...warning you all now.
Well, a while back we found out I was pregnant again, it wasn't expected at all, but we were very very excited. I was throwing up before I even found out, and continued to throw up almost every day since. I thought this was a good sign, but unfortunately I experienced another miscarriage. The baby was due January 12, 2012.
Unless you've been there, you can never understand what it's like to lose not one, but two babies (or more, as is the case with many :( ). You can't understand what it feels like to feel that there is something wrong with you, and you are incapable of keeping your babies safe. Unless you've been there you'll never understand completely, what it's like, to feel like you are letting down your spouse and causing more friction in your marriage than necessary. For those that do understand...my heart breaks for all of us.
Yesterday, my husband and I went to see my Obgyn. He was very understanding and supportive. I really like this new doctor. He is being very proactive and has really taken a personal effort with us. He is devoted to getting us a baby and wants the third time to be a charm. We talked about the normal stuff, how it's not my fault, that getting pregnant isn't my problem, it's staying that way. We have to wait two cycles to try again, that way if any of the tests come back positive, we can make an effort to fix them before we try to conceive. We should be able to try to conceive in August. They don't believe they'll need to do any testing on Nick, but are running the gamut on me. Thyroid, glucose, hormones, yadda, yadda. That's another thing someone who hasn't been there would never understand....you start feeling like a human pin cushion.
The doctor did an exam, and said everything looks good. At the end of the appointment he handed me a card...it said Infertility Nurse on it. That hit me kind of hard. I just can't believe I've reached this point. It's not fair. It's not fair that some people have kids so easily, or when they're not ready. Here we are ready, financially capable, and dreaming of kids instead of having a 6 month old (WOW, I can't believe he'd be six months today...) and expecting another.
Once I get my first cycle after the miscarriage, I have to call the Infertility Nurse to schedule an HSG. It's this really long word that basically means I get a tube put into my uterus and dye shot into it to make sure things are the way they are supposed to be....I've heard it's pretty painful. Greaaaat.
At the end of the day, everything I go through will be worth it. If I could only have a healthy baby or two. I will do whatever it takes to get that. I would die for that. I'm going to try my best to stay positive. WHEN I get pregnant again, you can bet that I will love every moment. You can bet that I won't be complaining about one symptom. You can bet that everyday I will be thankful, because I know pregnancy is something to be cherished and I will remember what we went through to get there.
To my angels...I miss you. So very much...and I'm so very sorry. <3
Well, a while back we found out I was pregnant again, it wasn't expected at all, but we were very very excited. I was throwing up before I even found out, and continued to throw up almost every day since. I thought this was a good sign, but unfortunately I experienced another miscarriage. The baby was due January 12, 2012.
Unless you've been there, you can never understand what it's like to lose not one, but two babies (or more, as is the case with many :( ). You can't understand what it feels like to feel that there is something wrong with you, and you are incapable of keeping your babies safe. Unless you've been there you'll never understand completely, what it's like, to feel like you are letting down your spouse and causing more friction in your marriage than necessary. For those that do understand...my heart breaks for all of us.
Yesterday, my husband and I went to see my Obgyn. He was very understanding and supportive. I really like this new doctor. He is being very proactive and has really taken a personal effort with us. He is devoted to getting us a baby and wants the third time to be a charm. We talked about the normal stuff, how it's not my fault, that getting pregnant isn't my problem, it's staying that way. We have to wait two cycles to try again, that way if any of the tests come back positive, we can make an effort to fix them before we try to conceive. We should be able to try to conceive in August. They don't believe they'll need to do any testing on Nick, but are running the gamut on me. Thyroid, glucose, hormones, yadda, yadda. That's another thing someone who hasn't been there would never understand....you start feeling like a human pin cushion.
The doctor did an exam, and said everything looks good. At the end of the appointment he handed me a card...it said Infertility Nurse on it. That hit me kind of hard. I just can't believe I've reached this point. It's not fair. It's not fair that some people have kids so easily, or when they're not ready. Here we are ready, financially capable, and dreaming of kids instead of having a 6 month old (WOW, I can't believe he'd be six months today...) and expecting another.
Once I get my first cycle after the miscarriage, I have to call the Infertility Nurse to schedule an HSG. It's this really long word that basically means I get a tube put into my uterus and dye shot into it to make sure things are the way they are supposed to be....I've heard it's pretty painful. Greaaaat.
At the end of the day, everything I go through will be worth it. If I could only have a healthy baby or two. I will do whatever it takes to get that. I would die for that. I'm going to try my best to stay positive. WHEN I get pregnant again, you can bet that I will love every moment. You can bet that I won't be complaining about one symptom. You can bet that everyday I will be thankful, because I know pregnancy is something to be cherished and I will remember what we went through to get there.
To my angels...I miss you. So very much...and I'm so very sorry. <3
Thursday, June 9, 2011
CrowdTap
Today I joined a site called crowd tap. You can take surveys, write reviews, answer questions and participate in discussions, all while making a bit of a profit! A portion of your earnings will be donated to a charity of your choice and crowd tap will match all of your donations!
What a great way to get the word out about your blog, make some play money, and do good for a charity as well!
Best yet I get credit and earn 5 bucks for getting five friends to join with me! What are you waiting for, link up!
What a great way to get the word out about your blog, make some play money, and do good for a charity as well!
Best yet I get credit and earn 5 bucks for getting five friends to join with me! What are you waiting for, link up!
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
My Birthday "Wish List"
My Birthday is coming up, and I decided to do a little list of what I would love to get for my birthday. I in no way expect to get anything off this list so if I would it would be awesome!
I'm one of those people...I tend to think of others first. I do my best to make sure everyone is happy, drama and confrontation free. So for the next few minutes, I'm going to think about what I really want and make up a wish list for my birthday. Some things are attainable, some are not. Some are silly, some are expensive, some are simple.
The list is in no particular order.
1. A raise.
5. Kay Jeweler's Dragonfly Necklace
6. Bed Bath and Beyond Zumba DVD Set
(Couldn't find it online, but saw it in the store the other day for 60 bucks!)
7. To be able to spend uninterrupted time with my Husband. <3
8. A Frozen Hot Chocolate from Dunkin Donuts.
9. To get and move into a New Townhouse.
10. To see the Lion King on Broadway.
I'm one of those people...I tend to think of others first. I do my best to make sure everyone is happy, drama and confrontation free. So for the next few minutes, I'm going to think about what I really want and make up a wish list for my birthday. Some things are attainable, some are not. Some are silly, some are expensive, some are simple.
The list is in no particular order.
1. A raise.
2. A promotion/ new job within my company- would help with number one!
3. To get pregnant and STAY that way.
4. A trip to the BEACH!
5. Kay Jeweler's Dragonfly Necklace
6. Bed Bath and Beyond Zumba DVD Set
(Couldn't find it online, but saw it in the store the other day for 60 bucks!)
7. To be able to spend uninterrupted time with my Husband. <3
8. A Frozen Hot Chocolate from Dunkin Donuts.
9. To get and move into a New Townhouse.
10. To see the Lion King on Broadway.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Mixbook Review!
I recently received the opportunity to create my own photo scrapbook with Mixbook!
Read to the end, you won't regret it!
Mixbook.com offers a unique opportunity to create photo books online. It's exactly like scrapbooking, but with a digital touch!
After creating a log in and password, Mixbook Users can jump right in with creating. They have several options available.
For those individuals that have never created a scrapbook before, or just lack the time to devote to creating on your own, Mixbook offers several styles of photo books already created! All you have to do is add your photos!
Those people that have scrap booked or might just want a little bit more of a personal touch, you can also start your mixbook from scratch!
I chose to start with a pre-made book, but then added my own personal touches by changing picture sizes, adding pictures, borders and tags, all provided for free by the site! I made a book celebrating my recent wedding, but they have general/lifestyle, baby, vacation themes and more!
If you have chosen a theme/pre made book, you'll receive not only "reccommended stickers and tags" that go with the theme, but access to the all of the other sites tags and decorations as well!
I really liked that the site offered ideas, particularly because I had no idea where to start! There are lots of book sizes and options available as well! In exchange for this review, I received a 20 page soft cover book, you'll see the pictures of it throughout this post. The quality of this book is great! It is a sturdy, glossy style photo book and all of my picture choices came across very well! Other choices are available such as hardcover books, books with more photo options and books with more pages!
Some of my other favorite aspects about mixbook:
- They warn you when a photo you have chosen may not print properly. (Some of my photos said this and printed fine, others were a tad grainy/blurry but not enough to bother me)
- If you chose to change a photo so that it prints correctly, you can add stickers, borders and more to "fill that empty space"
- My wedding photobook theme included quotes! It saved so much time and effort not having to go look up love quotes to add to the book! And if I didn't like one or felt it wasn't the exact fit for my husband an I, I could easily go in and change it.
- Even though it took me some time to get used to how to edit and change things, once I got the hang of the website, it was very user friendly, and had lots of support available! The site even offers Live Chat help available during business hours!
Finally, Mixbook has given my readers a chance to create their own digital scrapbook using their site!
I only ask that you follow my blog in order to take advantage of using the coupon! :)
20% off discount code: TOMOSON20
No expiration date, but it can only be used once per customer.
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