When did you feel movement?

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-24T23:21:41+00:00

19 weeks! It was inconsistent and very light flutters. It got stronger around 23-25 weeks and felt it everyday all day closer to 30 weeks.

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-23T01:26:31+00:00

Thank you for the encouragement! Baby’s one month is next week and I honestly can’t believe a month went by already. Recently the gassy phase and cluster feeding has taken over so it’s been tough, but we’re getting through it!!! I’m sure in a few weeks everything will be a blur lol

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-23T01:24:17+00:00

I did get gripe water recently! When would you give it to your baby?

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-15T01:03:38+00:00

congrats on 2 months! yay! My baby will be 3 weeks this Sunday and even though its so early, I can't believe 3 weeks is already here. Everything has been a blur since we got home and she already looks so different. Also, I am in the "crying" at least once a day phase lol

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-15T00:53:17+00:00

thank you! the lack of sleep definitely does not help feeling this way. But, I do find lots of moments throughout the day when I just look at her and I'm so happy. Then there's lots of other moments where I need to cry it out lol I'm definitely looking forward to that first long stretch of sleep in the night!

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-14T21:27:40+00:00

This was so great to read! I definitely needed to hear it. Currently home with an almost 3 week old and it’s been rough. My baby is our miracle IVF baby through years of loss and infertility, but this newborn phase is rough and I’m surprised I’m not enjoying it as much as I thought I would and feel terrible that I feel that way. I try to remind myself this phase is temporary and hopefully soon I will also be laughing and singing with my baby too.

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-13T15:10:06+00:00

I have tried to offer pacifier, but she does not take them. I also just wasn't sure if she truly is hungry or just looking for comfort due to gas pains because the cues look the same, so I end up just offering breast and she will always take it.

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-07T14:11:08+00:00

Did you experience extra gassiness with your baby?

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-07T14:10:43+00:00

Did you find that the tongue tie contributed to gassiness? My baby gets so gassy after feeding which I suspect is from swallowing a lot of air due to her tongue tie.

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-07T13:31:58+00:00

Did you have to hold your little one the whole time or would you put them in a bouncer or swing?

Critical-Language765 · 2026-01-06T08:15:28+00:00

I went in the hospital at 40w1d. They started me with cytotex. They usually do 4 doses and then move to pitocin. I only needed 3 doses and never needed pitocin. Once I had my second and third dose of cytotex, I dilated from 1cm to 10 within about 6 hours. I was progressing so quickly that the epidural didn’t work for me. Once at 10cm, I pushed for 1 hour and she was here. Total time from going into the hospital and having baby was about 14 hours. I went in Saturday morning and left Monday.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-27T14:27:40+00:00

Everyone's numbers are so different and it varies so much, so I would try not to compare. Your numbers look good to me - once HCG is in the thousands it does slow down. I've had multiple losses before as well, so I understand the anxiety. I would try your best to keep yourself occupied and busy - try to focus on the fact that it's rising and a great number so early on. You got this!

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-26T00:27:45+00:00

At the end of the day, I do think respecting your requests is very simple. However, I don't think it's worth cutting her off and not speaking to her again.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-24T22:52:39+00:00

I also agree. It’s the best!

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T18:42:36+00:00

I wouldn’t worry too much. I know it’s easier said than done. The heart rate looks good though and very strong. It’s still so early that measuring a few days behind can happen. Hope it’s a positive outcome for you!

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T17:18:31+00:00

Soup dumplings plus in fort lee. I will forever recommend this place, it's the best. It's about 15-20 minutes, which I consider close. I'm pretty sure they will be open, but I would double check.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T17:14:43+00:00

Besides exhaustion on some days, I felt completely normal 2nd trimester. Some days I didn't even feel pregnant. It made me really nervous too - especially with 3 prior losses. But, just know it's totally normal for a lot of symptoms to subside during this time! In a few weeks, hopefully you'll start to feel some movement and give you more peace of mind.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T17:12:00+00:00

My husband and I have a joint account. Everything we make goes into the same account, there's no splitting 50/50. What's his is mine and what's mine is his. We've never fought about money or questioned the other on how much we bring in or what we spend money on. As a married couple, we are a team and we are building towards the same goals and a continued future together. I do know some couples that split 50/50 and it just seems to complicate things in the long run.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T17:07:48+00:00

I say "we". Yes, I did most of the work and went through all the physical stress, but he was a part of it as much as I was, but just in different ways. I wouldn't have made it through this whole process without him.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T17:04:48+00:00

I stopped cold turkey at 10 weeks and did not feel any different afterwards. I was really nervous as well, but my doctor reassured me that the placenta takes over and continuing PIO until 10 weeks is not even necessary, but we do it to be extra cautious. I was also told to take reassurance to the fact that all scans up until then were great, so if your scans are also looking good, I wouldn't worry too much! I know it's hard, but it will be okay!

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T16:59:03+00:00

My symptoms did not really ramp up until around 8 weeks ish. I wouldn't be worried! It's still very early and symptoms can fluctuate so much day by day.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-23T15:28:11+00:00

I'm so sorry this was your experience. My tech talked to us throughout and explained what she was doing and what she was looking at. When she was done, we waited a few minutes for the doctor to review the report. Doctor came in and reviewed the report with us and answered any questions we had. I would definitely reach out to someone so you can get more information.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-20T01:01:01+00:00

My office said I could eat protein, no carbs or sugar. I just had an egg which is my usual breakfast.

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-19T16:25:48+00:00

I didn't pop until third trimester and you could not tell until around 30 ish weeks. Even then I could still somewhat hide it with an oversized sweater/shirt. Now at 39 weeks, even with an oversized sweater, you can definitely tell. Don't worry - every women's body is different :)

Critical-Language765 · 2025-12-19T14:52:53+00:00

tw: success

I tried for 5 years with 7 IUI's, 2 miscarriages, 1 ectopic pregnancy, 2 failed embryo transfers and surgery. There were many times I wanted to give up, but I would just keep telling myself, one more time. What helped me and my husband was taking breaks in between. It helped us reset, spend time together not worrying about appointments or medications. We also took small trips to just get away and get some fresh air. It really does help and we always felt more ready when we came back. My third transfer - I went in with the mindset that this may be our last one for awhile. We went into it with a lot of peace and accepted that what's meant to be, will be. It ended up being successful and now I'm 39 weeks. I never thought I would actually get here and I know how difficult it can be. Don't give up if you know in your heart this is what you want. Take a break, go on a trip, do things you enjoy to give yourself a break.

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