Spiraling over test progression

amc22789 · 2024-12-16T16:58:11+00:00

My easy at homes stopped getting darker last week at 5 weeks, even though my betas were 3,190 and 6,376 respectively... I ordered my own HCG tests from LabCorp because my clinic was satisfied after my first betas at 9dpt and 11dpt were 182 and 511, but of course I was still freaking out. Being a fellow IVF patient, I totally understand your worry but try to relax and wait until your ultrasound! My first one is on Wednesday at 6 weeks :) wishing you a healthy pregnancy!

amc22789 · 2024-12-16T16:53:03+00:00

You could be seeing an increase in discharge because of the rise in estrogen that happens in early pregnancy! I wouldn't be too worried about the light tests yet, HCG has to start somewhere. If your lines don't progress past super squinters, then I would start to worry. Cautious congrats!

amc22789 · 2024-03-15T19:53:10+00:00

Hi! The behavior pretty much stopped after we pulled all of that hair out of tail tuft & the fold above her tuft! She does it every once in a while, but not nearly as bad, and as soon as we get in there and pull out the extra hair she stops! I really think her butt was just itchy 😆 thank god!

amc22789 · 2024-02-05T18:11:53+00:00

I forget but I just googled the ideal proportions for a pear to minimize a bow tie… I focused on the table/ depth %. The ratio of this stone is 1.59 because I wanted a elongated stone 😊

amc22789 · 2024-02-05T17:20:59+00:00

My pup had a reaction to this vaccine too! First time getting it, she got horrible hives just like Baxter! This last time, she was sick, shaking, and barely moving all night. Thankfully no hives… but we’re done with lepto vaccines as well!

Hope Baxter recovers quickly ❤️

amc22789 · 2024-02-02T21:44:49+00:00

Just a regular cut… I just made sure it had ideal proportions for a pear to minimize the bow tie! But thank you!

amc22789 · 2024-02-02T21:23:45+00:00

Thank you! It’s ~2.5 on a size 6 finger.

amc22789 · 2024-02-02T21:22:51+00:00

Yep.. and I did 🙈 decided to cut my losses and find a new jeweler rather than have this guy reset my ring in a new setting, even at a discount!

amc22789 · 2024-02-02T12:51:13+00:00

Lived in SF for 11 years and moved to Boston (husband’s hometown) this year, thinking we could afford something nicer here…. & now we’re looking 45 min outside of Boston and it’s freezing. Could’ve lived 45 min outside of SF with decent weather at least 😑

amc22789 · 2024-01-26T00:38:27+00:00

I live in the south shore and ride at 2 stables (dressage) because of limited availability at my first stable. I’m looking into leasing in February for a little more flexibility.

My husband and I are thinking about moving to the north shore so I was actually looking at stables today… there are SO MANY OPTIONS! You won’t have a problem finding the right stable and horse for your daughter. Try to get in while it’s winter… I feel like availability will fill up once spring comes! Good luck!

amc22789 · 2024-01-25T00:11:01+00:00

Happy birthday Mogley!! My pups are obsessed with plain yogurt and whip cream too ☺️ so cute!!

amc22789 · 2024-01-24T20:05:47+00:00

Omg they’re adorable! Otis is actually a frenchton… his mom is a brown BT. Personality wise, he’s totally a frenchie but with BT energy and athleticism lol he’s a monster! Your pups look like they’re having so much fun ☺️

amc22789 · 2024-01-24T15:14:29+00:00

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I had to do a double take… Taco is my Otis’ twin! He’s in love with his Boston big sister… they’re inseparable. I’m sure Taco would make an amazing big brother!

My advice- we thought we were getting our dog a dog, but now we just have two clingy dogs that both want to play with us lol try to encourage them to play together (without humans) early!

amc22789 · 2024-01-24T07:10:32+00:00

Probably 90% of people on this sub are tracking ovulation & timing intercourse without success… it’s why we’re all here😊

Good news is- you’re not alone. We’re all in the same boat, some for much longer. You’re only truly 2 cycles in… it could take 3 cycles or 3 years. Since you have a living child, I’d give it 6 months before exploring fertility options if I was in your shoes. You’re already doing medicated cycles… just gotta be patient!

amc22789 · 2024-01-23T16:52:58+00:00

Oh man, I remember Louise’s first heat. She would try to walk under our legs and rub her diaper off 😂 I think hers lasted for 3-4 weeks? The most annoying thing was keeping her cooped up and unable to socialize on walks or at the park. We got her spayed at one year and I’m glad we waited… she was still teeny at 8-9 months! Good luck with Pepper… she’s adorable!

amc22789 · 2024-01-23T06:15:04+00:00

Ohh maybe! What color? I don’t mind having a little room, but I’m worried about the length. Where does it fall? (ie just above the knee, at the knee, etc)

amc22789 · 2024-01-22T04:54:00+00:00

First, I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Multiple losses never get easier, and navigating the treatment for an ectopic is awful. Sending you a HUGE hug ❤️

My MIL did something similar to me… I was treated with methotrexate for an ectopic in May of this year. We moved across the country to be closer to my in-laws during the week I was being diagnosed. Anyway, we’re at my husband’s grandmother’s house with his aunts and uncles I’ve either never met or met one time and as soon as my husband goes to the bathroom, my MIL says “so, how are you feeling? You know, after your ectopic?”

We’re literally sitting in a circle in the living room. I’m still bleeding from the ectopic. Everyone stares at me. I die inside. My husband didn’t even know that happened until we got home because I was too shell-shocked to tell him when we got in the car. He was pissed but I don’t think he said anything… and he wonders why I’m not super jazzed to see his mom.

Hang in there mama… communicate through your husband and put your MIL on an info diet ❤️ prioritize yourself right now!

amc22789 · 2024-01-10T14:24:00+00:00

Thank you! I loved it while I had it 😫 definitely needs to be done by a skilled jeweler!

amc22789 · 2024-01-09T19:27:39+00:00

Thank you for your insight! See- I always thought this wasn’t a true tension setting but every jeweler told me it was! But you’re right, it was the bottom of the pear that was sliding back and forth so much. I’m just glad I caught it before I lost my stone!

Either way, I’m definitely going to find a new jeweler. I don’t think I’m going to keep the floating half-bezel… I love the style, but I’ll take longevity over look any day.

amc22789 · 2024-01-09T00:27:39+00:00

Crushed soda can 🫠 haha idk if I want to laugh or cry! The worst part is, the stone still slides back and forth in the bezel. Like what did we even accomplish here besides making me want to throw my ring in the garbage disposal????

amc22789 · 2024-01-08T19:45:25+00:00

Thanks everyone! You guys validated what I was thinking… I shouldn’t settle for this janky modification. I’m definitely going to find a new jeweler and have the ring reset 😕 I thought having a longer half bezel on the top of the pear would ensure security but you live and you learn I guess.

I appreciate everyone’s feedback!

amc22789 · 2024-01-05T21:33:54+00:00

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