Trying for a Baby Part Six

Greener_Grass

RedwoodBrook wrote: »

There were no complications with the birth, but I bled for 3 weeks afterwards, then stopped for a week, then started bleeding again last Friday. I can only assume this is a period? There is no pain so I dont think it is anything "wrong", although it doesnt feel like my periods used to and its not showing any signs of stopping 9 days on... My periods used to be 3-4 days max. Is a change in this department normal after giving birth?

Hi Redwood, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, I can't imagine what you and your OH must be going through, I can understand you wanting to get pregnant asap again, i would think these feelings are normal.

I just wanted to give you some advice about your bleeding, when i gave birth i bled for 3 weeks too then a week of nothing then i bled for a further week again, i presumed this was a period too but my doctor reassured me it wasn't. It's perfectly normal and you will probably find when the bleeding stops again your periods should return to normal soon after that. Please mention this to your doctor if you are worried though as obviously this is only my experience.

I have my fingers crossed for you to fall pregnant quickly and that you deliver a beautiful healthy child.

Please take care of yourself and your partner, this is all very recent for you.

jcr16

well feeling a little bit deflated today. have been positive for ages, but found out my neice today is 2 months preg. totally unplanned. and her youngest is only 7 months. ( not that, that is a prob) and yes of course i'm really pleased for her and her fiancee. part of me just wishes it was me. i didn't realise how broody i actually am.


((((hugs)))) redwoodBrook

angelcake71

RedwoodBrook wrote: »

I'm not sure if this is the right board for me to join, but my partner and I are currently trying to conceive after the stillbirth of our son on October 14th. I was 36 weeks pregnant and he was due 9 days ago, and its getting harder not easier to cope with his death. I would almost certainly have him by now and its difficult knowing I never will.

I know 5 weeks down the line may seem very quick, but I can't describe the feeling of longing I have. My pregnany with Felix was not planned and I would be lying if I said i wasn't scared. I was half way through my final year at University when I fell pregnant and I spent weeks feeing resentful that I had worked hard for 3 years for nothing, but as time progressed things changed and he was so desperatly wanted. The thought I might not get to take him home never crossed my mind.

I'm not sure how much detail you guys go into with regards to ladybits and periods, but I could really do with having a chat about things. At 21, I dont think my fertility will be an issue and I was taking the pill when I fell pregnant in February. I just don't know when my body will get back to normal cycles and no one seems to be able to tell me.

I just read some of the posts above and congratulations to those who have BFP's. I hope I can join you soon.

I am so sorry hun to read this its so sad, ((HUGS)) ...I cant begin to imagine what that must have felt like, I would advise ttc straight away, I know you feel its right now, but your body has been through a hell of a lot, and your hormones will still be all over the place, of course its your decision hun, but maybe give it a few more weeks xxxxxxx

Wonder_Womble

jcr16 wrote: »

well feeling a little bit deflated today. have been positive for ages, but found out my neice today is 2 months preg. totally unplanned. and her youngest is only 7 months. ( not that, that is a prob) and yes of course i'm really pleased for her and her fiancee. part of me just wishes it was me. i didn't realise how broody i actually am.

(((Hugs))) jcr I know that feeling exactly, you're pleased for the person, but gutted for yourself that it isn't you

ddebski_us

Morning ladies

Firstly, mashoosive congrats to Anderson and Bugaboo!! :j:j:j:j:j:j:j

Really sorry for Skint_Catt and DebsMc. Just think though, this time next month when you get your BFPs it'll almost be Christmas - what a fab present!!

Welcome to Redwoodbrook - I remember reading your thread not long ago - I think you're incredibly brave wanting to try again so soon after such heartbreak. I truly hope you get your BFP soonest and your luck turns. Remember, we're all here for you.

Sorry if I've missed any other big news. Big apologies.

In news chez ddebski - CD9 here. Have done a few "just for fun" BDs but DH hasn't finished the job - I think he's nervous of us getting pg. Keeping an eye out for the OV cramps and EWCM to chart for future reference.

We booked a holiday this weekend for next October too. I've read that if you're more than 28 weeks pregnant, you need a doctors note to fly, and more than 32 weeks and you're not allowed. So, this means that the holiday will have to be cancelled if I get a BFP before March. So, we're being cautious ATM, but guess from Feb onwards, we'll be going for it.:T

Have a nice day girls - not long until Xmas!! :eek:

xDx

Clarieloo

Morning everyone. Not been on all weekend and nothing to report from here - just waiting to OV. But just noticed we have had 2 BFPs this weekend - CONGRATULATIONS to Bugaboo and Anderson :T:T:T:T

Yippeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

phunkles

:grouphug: to those that need/want them
and congrats on the bfps



have very little to say today - but the amazon black friday take that was a con

SusanC_2

RedwoodBrook wrote: »

I know 5 weeks down the line may seem very quick, but I can't describe the feeling of longing I have. My pregnany with Felix was not planned and I would be lying if I said i wasn't scared. I was half way through my final year at University when I fell pregnant and I spent weeks feeing resentful that I had worked hard for 3 years for nothing, but as time progressed things changed and he was so desperatly wanted. The thought I might not get to take him home never crossed my mind.

:grouphug: I think it's very understandable to want to TTC more or less immediately when you have spent the last few months with your life and future plans revolving around having a baby and then at the last minute it was suddenly taken away.

RedwoodBrook wrote: »

I'm not sure how much detail you guys go into with regards to ladybits and periods, but I could really do with having a chat about things. At 21, I dont think my fertility will be an issue and I was taking the pill when I fell pregnant in February. I just don't know when my body will get back to normal cycles and no one seems to be able to tell me.

I think it can vary quite a bit from person to person.

RedwoodBrook wrote: »

There were no complications with the birth, but I bled for 3 weeks afterwards, then stopped for a week, then started bleeding again last Friday. I can only assume this is a period? There is no pain so I dont think it is anything "wrong", although it doesnt feel like my periods used to and its not showing any signs of stopping 9 days on... My periods used to be 3-4 days max. Is a change in this department normal after giving birth?

I guess the possibilities are lochia stopping and starting again or that it is a period. Anecdotally lots of people I know who've had a period soon after giving birth have said that the first one was worse than usual.

RedwoodBrook wrote: »

I also wasn't planning on using an ovulation predictor, mainly because everything in my body is a bit messed up anyway. I wasn't sure if it would be of any use. We have been having sex every other day or so for the last 2 weeks so if i have ovulated and my body is ready for pregnancy there is no way sperm hasnt gotten to where it should have done.

Even if you're not planning on using the information for targetting your efforts, you may find it helpful in terms of knowing whether/when you have ovulated and therefore whether there is a chance of you being pregnant and whether it is too early to do a pregnancy test. Just tracking your BBT should be sufficient to tell you when you have ovulated which if you're not wanting to know to target your efforts is probably more cost effective than OPKs.

jules68

Big hugs Redwood xx My little angel was born 6 weeks ago and I long to get pregnant straight away.This was my second m/c so am a bit worried but still want to try.I went through labour to deliver him and I prob bled for about 3 weeks then stopped for a week then started last week again.Thought it is my period but with the bleeding passed a large clot which doc said was part of the placenta.So was a shock!! I have been bleeding for 7 days now so not sure if it is period or not! But am trying to stay positive about it all but its hard when the world and his wife are pregnant!!!

kittendothroar

QQuaver wrote: »

Testing list


Fri 12th Nov - Curly
Sun 14th Nov - Kittendothroar
Sun 14th Nov - Clarieloo
Sun 14th Nov - TwigPig
Mon 22nd Nov - GG
Mon 22nd Nov - Blue Monkey
Wed 24th Nov - Gravesendgirl
Thu 25th Nov - Jen151
Thu 25th Nov - Twi1ight
Tue 30th Nov - Tinksy
Sun 5th Dec - Smash7
Fri 10th Dec - svjenni
Mon 12th Never - Lemon Tree


November graduates
Bugsaboo TTC #3 since 07/10 BFP 20/11/10:j
Anderson8 (26) TTC#1 since 08/10 BFP 20/11/10:j


November BFP predictions

Cleomolly - 2
Deborahmcgeachy - 2+self
jcr16 - 3
Skint_Catt - 3
Ddebski_us - 4
Little Angel - 4
Smash7 - 4
Twigpig - 4
Phunkles - 4 + 1 newcomer
Gravesendgirl - 5
Jen151 - 5
Greener Grass - 5
Must try harder - 5
QQuaver - 6
Anderson8 - everyone

Couldn't remember if I posted the other night (had a couple of glasses of wine!) but definately off this months list as the witch got me

We are back on case though this month, friends have just announced they have conceived so we are determined to be not far behind them!!

Congrats to the BFPs and hello to any newbies :T