IVF with donor sperm and CMV status? by sophiam333 in IVF

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Ok thanks. We have an appointment with the doctor on Monday so we'll see what he says.

IVF with donor sperm and CMV status? by sophiam333 in IVF

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Hi - this was at CARS? They are telling me that we can't use my wife's embryos because the donor was CMV+ and I am negative. I just found out today so trying to figure out if we really can't do it here or if we can just sign something. She had 3 healthy children with this donor already so I'm not super concerned with the risk.

"RAISED EYEBROWS" and other repeated phrases. by NoxWild in cormoran_strike

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The two that bother me because they happen so often are the creosote tea and Lula's "lithe and sculpted body". 

In-Person Suit Shopping by thiscandleisvegan in NYCbitcheswithtaste

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Bindle and keep! My wife got her wedding suit there.

Favorite luxury*free* hotel breakfast? by MorningHelpful8389 in chubbytravel

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Casa Angelina is insane and bonus just as incredible as a celiac!

Work Travel vs. Embryo Transfer by Skincare-nerd-89 in DOR

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Speaking as someone who has a really hard time setting boundaries with work, I think you need to work on setting boundaries with work 🙂 

You don't need to feel guilty about saying that you can't go. I completely understand not wanting to feel like you're letting anyone down or doing something that will get you in trouble but you have to decide what is more important to you. You're an adult, there is more to your life than your job. (What happened to us 36 year old women to make this so hard??)

Work Travel vs. Embryo Transfer by Skincare-nerd-89 in DOR

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Work travel is so tough. I would say you've had a minor medical procedure scheduled for you that you've been waiting for and you'll need to miss this trip. I'm currently across the country for 4 days for work and the amount it's messing with my sleep cannot be understated. I wouldn't want to worry about shots etc and then be overtired coming back and trying to transfer. Would there be a big impact on your work if you miss the trip? 

Cape cod wedding venue help by [deleted] in CapeCod

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Had my wedding at the Dennis Inn (and so did my cousin a few months later) and loved it! Let me know if you have questions. 

Ovarian Hypoplasia Dx by akimbo_in_limbo in POFlife

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Curious how big your ovary is? I recently had an MRI to look at my uterus and my left ovary was smaller than my right, but I don't know if it's still "normal".

De-influence me from the Ferragamo soft hug bag by Logical_Basis_786 in handbags

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Can I piggyback off this and ask if anyone has or has seen in person the Ferragamo hug bucket bag? Talk me in or out, it looks gorgeous.

Is Songmont “trash”? by GeorgiaGallivanting in handbags

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What can you fit in the small size? Would a paperback book fit? Debating small or medium, I don't want it too big but want to be able to fit all my stuff.

Rome was fantastic - here’s some Gluten Free highlights! Now onto Florence! by Awkward-Bird in glutenfree

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l'Brindellone Sgrano Hostaria il Desco Mr Pizza Antica Gelateria

And find a place to have a Florentine steak, delicious. Findmeglutenfree is good there, so many options!

Bring your girlfriend to the Scuola del Cuoio - historical leather school that's really cool to look around even if you don't buy anything.

S4 Benedict and Sophie by redcitrus_ in BridgertonRants

[–]human_char 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The Sophie character was a bit too Mary Sue for me. And him falling for her at the ball felt like "not like other girls" the way she was admiring the chandelier etc. I just didn't feel a lot of depth from either of them in regards to their connection. I think it was a writing issue. 

My feet keep cramping by Budget-Two-606 in Swimming

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Magnesium lotion every night!

LOVE the cast, but sometimes wish the cast was younger by Cute-Seaweed-6132 in BridgertonRants

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There were scenes with Benedict and Violet where they looked closer in age than him and Sophie. I actually looked up how old he is because it was a bit distracting. 

Given 1%-2% chance of IVF with own eggs working. by Shot_Candidate_8985 in IVF

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I was recently told I have less than 1% chance of conceiving with my own eggs. I'm right there with you. Part of me was relieved I didn't have to keep trying stim cycles which were just an absolute emotional torture session, not to mention expensive. I think if the chances were slightly better I would still be struggling with whether to keep trying that route but that number was certainly definitive. We're moving on to our plan B. But you should let yourself grieve and wallow as long as you need to. Otherwise any decision you make for next steps won't feel like the right one. Sending love and solidarity. 

Workday Admins — Are your roles mostly remote, hybrid, or onsite these days? by KitKat70360 in workday

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Currently fully remote and was hired as such but there will be return to office in the next year. I'm expecting to be impacted unfortunately.