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2007-06-29

Name: K.Radha Hi Everyone,

It seems that TTC has become quite a topic here of late and we' ve been discussing fertility treatments of late which makes me wonder how many of us angel mommies are currently trying again after our loss. I am taking FSH in the form of Puregon to induce ovulation and then hCG to get my little egg to romp it' s way down the fallopian tube. Sudha and her hubby are trying again naturally after the loss of their angel baby Rishona... I know a few others here are currently trying or considering it so I thought I might make a post to formally ask.

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2007-07-02

Name: Tryingtobepositive
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Good Luck to everyone TTC

Hi!

I am currently taking medication to induce my period and then I will start on Clomid(days 3-7)and then hcg to induce ovulation.The days are passing extremely slowly.But I am hopeful.

Good luck to everyone.

2007-07-02

Name: abcd
Subject:

hi radha

hello radha,

im alright,and again on TTC,seems very different this time.have spoken to my doctor so things r just ok.

i had a case of trisomy,which i know is common.cases like trisomy 21,18 usually happen but its share bad luck u can say.reasons are unknown.after we came to know abt our child me and hubby both did chromosomal tests and everything normal.

chances of another pregnency like this is 1 per cent.anyways,from this incidence in my life i have changed a bit.become bit stronger and prepared.i dont know how to explain you but i can just say im stable as of now.

sometimes i feel whats the point crying over things again and again.what is destined has to happen.life has to move on,and someone in this board only told on my post that i should think that if i would have given birth to such a child then how my life would have been....i thought a lot on that and then wept also but now even tears have dried down.

well i sincerly hope all girls who are trying after a child loss should become mothers soon.

hope things are fine at your end.do keep posting.tk care

2007-06-30

Name: sashi
Subject:

wondering?????

hi everyone
we too are ttc cpl but just decided .what i want to know is to maximise conception do we have to have sex everyday or not.also i am in the habit of masturbating everyday irespective of i have sex or not is this practice harmfull or not ( it may lower the ejaculatory fluid) or should i totaly abstain it
kindly inform me

2007-06-30

Name: K.Radha
Subject:

wonder no more

Hi Sashi,

The way to increase your chances of conception is to have a good idea as to when it is that the woman is fertile. Ovulation calculators are an effective way of predicting when you´ ll ovulate and you can find them online by typing " ovulation calculator" into any search engine.

Too much sex or masterbation won´ t necessarily reduce your chances of conception because it only takes one little sperm for pregnancy to occur but it does deplete the over all number of sperm. And studies have shown that female orgasm can also increase your chances.

A Few Tips When Trying
(some might be obvious but here goes)
* Don´ t smoke-smoking has been shown to decrease fertility in both men and women
* Avoid alcohol-heavy alcohol use has been linked to ovulation disorders
* Don´ t over exercise-excessive exercise causes high levels of endorphins which interfere with the bodies fertility cycles
* Eat Well-eating disorders can stop your menstral cycle and upset thyroid fuction which again affects your cycle
* Avoid Too Much Caffine-studies have shwn it makes minimal difference to fertility it isnt considered good for baby
* Avoid recreational drugs-they have been shown to reduce fertility
* Medications-some meds can reduce fertility so check with your doc about any meds you frequently take
* Have plenty of sex on your fertile days
* Avoid lubricants & douching-both have been shown to reduce your chances of conception
* Breifs vs Boxers-medical evidence is sparse regarding which is better but it is suggested that men avoid hot baths, hot tubs and saunas
* Multi vitamins-for both male & female are a good idea, certain vitamin definciencies impair sperm production and a good prenatal vitamin with folic acid helps protect your baby from neural tube defects
*Relax-studies on women under going fertility treatment show that they were more likely to conceive if they had a relaxed & positive attitude over those with a negative and pessimistic one
And MOST of all...
* Keep sex about LOVE MAKING not BABY MAKING... when you let the mechanics become too important it can become a chore!

2007-06-29

Name: abcd
Subject:

hi sudha

hi sudha,

good to know u r from mumbai...can u tell me who is the doctor now u r referring to if u dont mind.is she a male or female gyno.

My doctor was a male and is affliated to Breach Candy Hospital.

2007-06-30

Name: sudha
Subject:

hi abcd
it was a pleasure getting your message i showe and has selected him only ...he is the visisting hod of sion hospital (gynec ward) he is doctor ambiye . he has private clinics too and he is quite senior and i appreciated the level headed decision he took . i truly beleive a second opinion is always good now i am also in the process of taking in a2nd opinion of a medicine doctor regarding my bp and sugar which has subsided now but hope it doesnt rise again
keep in touch
love
sudha

2007-06-29

Name: abcd
Subject:

hi Radha

hi radha,

how r u doing?...hope u remember me.im the same girl who had terminated her pregnency cause the baby had trisomy 18.and u had always responded to my messages whenever i posted.

well yes even lately im also on TTC since 3 months.i went to the doctor also.seems fine,but the only thing is i dont know when will i concieve.

trying after a child loss is like no excitement,and specially with me because im scared to as again something should not happen which shall break me.

Radha u have always been a good support for this section.i flet nice sharing my tragic experience with girls here.hope all lovely women in this section become mothers soon.

im from mumbai and the treatment im going through is of the same gyno who handled my case earlier since he knows my history.though i would like to refer someone else too but i dont know many good doctors in mumbai.

keep us posted whenever u can.

2007-06-30

Name: K.Radha
Subject:

hello again!

Hi ABCD,

Of course I remember you, how could I forget the hear breaking decision you had to make! I was so upset to reacd about the decision you faced and to this day I wonder how you had the strength. How are you feelings these days? I really hope that you´ re feeling a little more hopeful these days. It´ s ok to be scared, after a loss this is normal but with your particular loss I am sure your concerns are increased. This is partly why I thought to ask members of this forum if they are trying, in the hopes that we could support each other because we´ ve all got concerns that a lot of mothers are not really considering. Have you spoken to your doctor about the risks of trisomy 18 occuring again? I don´ t know a great deal about it but I have read it is quite common and it is occasionally suggested that couples have chromosome studies. As for conception, it can take a little time and medical professional suggest you don´ t suspect fertility issues until you have tried for a year without success so just relax and keep at it. Easy to say I know but try to keep positive and relaxed.

It´ s ok to stay with your gyno as they´ re aware of your history but a second opinion is always a valuable one and it´ s good advice to seek one out. And should you choose to change docs your history can always be sent over to the new one. And to be honest some women find staying with the same doc a painful reminder of their last pregnancy. Especially if there seems to be some concerns regarding the doctors care and the death of your child. Have you considered an ob/gyn who specializes in high risk pregnancy? It´ s suggested that after a pregnancy loss your future pregnancies are treated as high risk regardless.

Well ABCD I don´ t know what else to say but to wish you the very best in your desires to be a mother. I hope that you will conceive very soon and that your pregnancy will be a healthy one for you and your child. Take care and keep in touch!

Kate

2007-06-29

Name: sudha
Subject:

hi abcd,
i too went through all your mails .true when you fully grieve out and become ready to try again its really a hard time . i too am from mumbai though we too are very positive thats things will go ok ...but there is always that lurking fear what if...???
my doc had messed up everything and we had to change him and now the one doc we plan to show is the one who brought me back from the jaws of death and we are v grateful to him
just to share with you i practice the various breathing exercises ( pranayam ) which has benefited me immensely why dont u try too it will calm u down because stress is one more killer .wish u all the luck and do keep in touch
love
sudha

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