This time last year we had suffered our second chemical pregnancy from our second round of IVF, if you had told me that the 3rd round would be successful I’d never have believed it... yet here I am 36 weeks pregnant and in 3 weeks time (or less) I’ll meet my little boy 💙
It’s not been an easy pregnancy, with hyperemesis until 20 weeks, bleeding on and off from 28 weeks due to placenta previa which has resulted in time spent in hospital, feet which have gone up 2 shoe sizes and apparently they can stay this way 😂🙈
I wouldn’t change it for the world and would do it all over again for this little button who I can’t imagine loving anymore than I already do now and can’t wait to meet him 😍
I’ll be having a planned section at 39 weeks but likely it could be sooner as any further bleeds could lead to an earlier section.
This forum kept me going through the hardest times in my life, the women here are the strongest women I’ve ever come across. IVF warriors!
I know in comparison to some my journey isn’t much and I hope this post doesn’t offend anyone but I just wanted to let others know that dreams really can come true, even when you don’t believe they ever will. Never give up ladies 😘 xxx
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Wow not long to go for you then Amanda! Very exciting that you'll get to meet your little one soon. Sounds like you have had a rough time of things but as you said it will be so worth it!! Hope your section goes well, look forward to hearing how you get on.xxx
sending you soooooo much love. .can't wait to see pic of your beautiful baby boy. .wishing you so much luck for weeks ahead...so pleased you kept sharing your story..much love xxx
How truly wonderful!! Such a blessing indeed 😊🙏🏼 I’m on my 6th cycle currently 9 and a bit weeks and keep pinching myself as so happy but not counting my chickens. I had 3 chemical pregnancy after 3 later losses and I honestly thought the 3 ERPC’s had scarred me irreversibly so i feel incredibly luckily to be here now 🙏🏼 Thanks for sharing your story, brought tears to my eyes because I know how you feel and even though you’ve suffered you’re on top of the world and soon to meet your precious little boy. I wish you the best of luck with the next couple of weeks and delivery and send lots of love and best wishes 💙xxx
Thanks so much Natalia, sorry to hear about your previous losses but so pleased so hear your now 9 and a bit weeks, that’s fantastic news! All the best with you pregnancy 😘 xxx
Although from sounds of it, it’s definitely been a long 36 weeks for you. Guess it’s too much to ask that us IVFers get a break when it comes to the pregnancy experience. Sorry you’ve had a rubbish time of it.
Ahhh I couldn’t agree more, this forum is full of so many amazing women!! I’m almost 32 weeks now and still have to pinch myself that this is happening after five very long years. Keep us updated about your birth and make sure you share a pic of your beautiful boy when he arrives 💙💙💙 xxxx
Aww Amanda, thanks for the uplifting message. I agree totally with the words in that picture. Life itself is a battle and we have to fight the good fight.
I wish you a safe delivery and look forward to see a picture of your baby boy when born. Have a lovely week ahead.
Not long to go now. Sounds like you've had a worrying time. But as you say hopefully your story gives others hope. Good luck with the next few weeks xxx
I'm well thanks. Have diet controlled gestational diabetes but otherwise things have been ok except for early sickness and bleeding. Am booked in for induction this Saturday. Scared and excited in equal measure. When is your 39 week date? Xx
Aww all these lovely babies will be here so soon !! I don’t really contribute here much now apart from the odd congrats but I always read. Amanda you were here when I first came with sprinkles and I’m so pleased your getting your dreams. And it’s so important to the other ppl on here at whatever stage of their fight to get some positive outcomes. Congrats to all of you. True warriors. Hope all the births go well, I’ve had three c sections and each was fine.
What a lovely post. Keep strong Amanda and try to get some rest before the little storm arrives 😍 good luck for the last few weeks and for the section. Keep us posted xx
This has really hit home after two rounds of ivf ended is miscarriage my third time and now I’m 35 weeks! Amazing! Good luck with you planned c section x
Thank you. Thought I was prepared for a section but I got such a fright as when I came in I passed a clot and they rushed me up to labour ward and prepared me for a section with steroid injection and tablet for acid in stomach and was told I couldn’t eat or drink anything and I was just like OMG!!! 😱
However the bleeding eased, still happening but it’s lighter and they don’t want to do the section too early unless they have to so it’s just basically monitoring me and baby very closely.
So annoying. I’m being kept in another night, if bleeding stops tomorrow they’ll discharge me so looks like another sleepless night with the snorer 🙈 I’ll need to try going to sleep about 8pm just to get a head start! 😂😂 xxx
Was just thinking about you came on to message and seen yours, bless ya their keeping their eye on you try get some ear plugs and hopefully they'll help. Hope you manage to get some sleep hun.
They’re keeping me in again, they said the bleed on Wednesday was substantial so they don’t want to let me go home too early, if no more bleeding between now and tomorrow I should get discharged but any more bleeds after that and they’ll keep me in until I have a section 😖
She says as my due date approaches my chances of bleeds and heavier bleeds are increasing more and more.
Oh no that sickness doesn’t sound nice! Maybe the heat?
Yeah I’ve had visitors, my partner is on his way up now and his sister is coming to visit this evening so that’ll keep me going. Stocked up on magazines and crossword books too lol.
Not much longer to go at least and then little bubs will be here 😍💙 xxx
I remember with my daughter they admitted me a week before I had her and told me I won't be leaving till I have her and that is what kept me going knowing once I leave she would be here. How far are you now hun? Have you had any more bleeding?
I’ll be 37 weeks on Sunday. No more bleeding, but I know I will bleed again as it’s just so common with the placenta previa so I just need to make the most of my days away from hospital if I’m discharged before I get admitted again.
At least I’m getting some rest in here, away from all the workmen decorating in the house lol xxx
I’m so sorry to hear you have been in hospital it’s the best place for you and baby. Keep us updated hope all is well and baby arrives safe and not too early x
Thanks for this Amanda, an amazing success story to give me hope! Best of luck as you venture in to the next chapter of this journey. Do let us know when your little soldier arrives!
Good to hear from you. You have been through a lot. I am sorry to know about your struggles. But you are a strong lady, I must say. This is such a nice way to spread hope. People here are so much depressed most of the times. As TTC is a tough journey. It demands lots of strength and positivity. In such a situation all people need is hope, support, and strength from others. I am so glad that you shared your story.
I wish you lots of luck in your future. I hope it will go amazingly for you.
Stay strong and hopeful. keep spreading love and hope. Lots of love and wishes to you.
Hello there. So glad to hear that your IVF was successful. Although you suffered a lot such positive attitude gave you strength. Many couples who are hopeless will get courage from it. I must say, you did a great job by sharing your experience with others. Dreams are meant to come true. Your dream is going to be fulfilled soon. You are looking pretty excited to see your baby. The best thing is you didn't lose hope. People need to learn that these scientific methods are solutions to their problems. Although success is not guaranteed those who remain determine win it. You are lucky that things are now going smooth. I want to congratulate you on your baby. You should take care of your health and diet. Hope you have a safe delivery. Wish you a happy and healthy life along with the family.
aww, best thing I've read. Thank you so much. you literally just made my day. I was having a hard time believing in things as well. I just can't bring myself up to go for any procedure. It just seems so out of this world for me. Maybe it's just the way I was brought up. I had an accident some years ago. Which left me barren. Assisted pregnancy is the only chance I have. Natural is so out of the question for me. Might just go for adoption. I have this feeling that I might regret it later. I don't want the child to ever feel like that. What should I do guys? your answers would mean a lot.Thanks.
aww, best thing I've read. Thank you so much. you literally just made my day. I was having a hard time believing in things as well. I just can't bring myself up to go for any procedure. It just seems so out of this world for me. Maybe it's just the way I was brought up. I had an accident some years ago. Which left me barren. Assisted pregnancy is the only chance I have. Natural is so out of the question for me. Might just go for adoption. I have this feeling that I might regret it later. I don't want the child to ever feel like that. What should I do guys? your answers would mean a lot.Thanks.
aww, best thing I've read. Thank you so much. you literally just made my day. I was having a hard time believing in things as well. I just can't bring myself up to go for any procedure. It just seems so out of this world for me. Maybe it's just the way I was brought up. I had an accident some years ago. Which left me barren. Assisted pregnancy is the only chance I have. Natural is so out of the question for me. Might just go for adoption. I have this feeling that I might regret it later. I don't want the child to ever feel like that. What should I do guys? your answers would mean a lot.Thanks.
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