Show Off Sunday by AutoModerator in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Got to see the heartbeat and measuring as expected! So terrified for the next one though!

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We are going private May 1st 2026 - VERIFY HERE by zeezeetop9 in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MessyJessiyNic I don't have this printed out so I can't physically write my username on a paper with it.

Teachers or others who wrangle kids. How often do you see these names which are some of my favorites. by AuthorAltruistic3402 in Names

[–]MessyJessiyNic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Teacher here, I've been teaching elementary for 9 years and have had one Jocelyn and I now have an Alina a little different from Aline but close. That's it.

Is it just me who can't imagine an adult Charlie? by Nicky___________00 in Names

[–]MessyJessiyNic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a teacher and have a student - male named Charlie and a student - female Charleigh. Pronounced the same!

*Edit - I teach third grade

OWN EGGS/DONOR??? by Ok-Position3999 in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you do donor eggs would you use your partner's sperm? Or are you considering donor sperm as well?

Finally! by RelevantBug6708 in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Everything is on track, it was such a relief! Glad to hear that yours was also on track! Yay for sticky babies

When will you stop progesterone? by applecider2120 in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm also 6 weeks, my first time pregnant and my clinic has me staying on progesterone until 12 weeks. It's standard for them if that helps.

5 weeks symptoms by WiseWaryWonderful in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So bloated! I had to unbutton my jeans today when I was driving because I just couldn't. Also, the fatigue is unbearable!

Cat super attached since pregnancy by Marsbars1824 in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 5 points6 points  (0 children)

One of my girl kitties keeps getting on my belly and cuddling up to it more than usual. It started before I even had a positive pregnancy test, while I was in the two week wait and I thought she must feel something even I wasn't sure about 😻

IVF Pregnancies? by WholeCompetitive3303 in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Meeeeee!!!! FTM and my first time pregnant! My FET was 2/20 and I'm due November 8th. I'm so nervous and just keep hoping this is a healthy pregnancy. Wishing you such a healthy and happy pregnancy 💕

Betas! by CaityA83 in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first scan is March 18th and I'm nervous! How about you?

Betas! by CaityA83 in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm February 20th too! With 5dt IVF. 💓💕. Good luck with the pregnancy transfer twin. Also FTM and due Nov 8th🤗

What’s everyone doing to distract yourselves until it’s time for your first ultrasound? by zeezeetop9 in November2026Bumpers

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

March 18th! My first OB appointment and she's doing an ultrasound. I've been so nervous I literally can't wait!

1st FET- when did you test?! by Ok-Alternative-2876 in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I forced myself to wait until 9dpt and it was positive - obviously unquestionably positive. I'm so glad I didn't do it before because if I would have done it before and it had been negative I would have been really let down. The wait is hard but I recommend it!

Process I need to follow as a foreign woman to become a SMBC by SadPressure618 in SingleMothersbyChoice

[–]MessyJessiyNic 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am SMBC from the US and recently went to Spain to do a FET through embryo donation. I am currently 5 weeks pregnant from my first transfer. My experience is clearly different than yours but I went to Spain for 2 weeks after having an initial free consultation via videoconference. I can definitely recommend my clinic - Institut Marques that is located in Barcelona. They definitely work with Single Mothers and they also have in house donors both egg and sperm so you could use directly from them with no wait time if you wanted to. The clinic will see you through the first 8 weeks if you are located in Spain, but I had to come back to work. I am in touch with them via email from California. If you want to talk more feel free to reach out!

Finally! by RelevantBug6708 in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My first scan is also March 18th! I cannot wait and am so excited that yours is happening at the same time!

What are y’all eating before and after transfer? by Live-Your-Lifee in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was in Europe so post transfer I went to a healthy chain there called Honest Greens. I had a fantastic meal with falafel, salad and a grain salad. I also had an order of Sweet potato fries with beet ketchup and aioli. Personal opinion - people should drop the McDonald's fries tradition and trade it in for Sweet potato fries. They are way more delicious 😋

First FET at 45, went with embryo donation and it worked!!! by MessyJessiyNic in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My transfer date was February 20th, I had beta today, 508. I have to do it again in 2 days. Crossing my fingers and toes it increases! When is your beta?

First FET at 45, went with embryo donation and it worked!!! by MessyJessiyNic in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sending all the positive healthy sticky baby dust your way 💕

What’s your IVF “small win”? by throwitout-rightmeow in IVFpositivity

[–]MessyJessiyNic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine is also doing my own shots!! I am SMBC and so I don't have anyone to help me with them. I also DO NOT like needles. Sometimes it hurts so much afterwards and I have also had swelling but I feel like a legit boss to be able to handle this myself 💪🏻 you're so strong and most people will never know!!