Laura refered me to a study going on at the University of Utah called EAGeR (The Effects of Asprin in Gestation & Reproduction). I went yesterday to the University Hospital for an initial interview and they accepted me for the study. I go back on Friday to get a fertility monitor, asprin or placebo, and other items they are using to track everything. It sounds pretty interesting and even if they can't help me get pregnant, at least it may help other women somewhere in the future at the end of the study. It lasts for 6 months, unless you become pregnant during that time. If so, then they follow you all the way through delivery.
www.eagertrial.org
At least this study will add some variety to this TTC junk and make it more interesting. It's kind of neat being a science experiment. I'm not sure if we'll give up at the end or not, or look into fertility treatments. We can't really afford IUI which would probably be the next step, and I highly doubt I could talk Steven into it. It sucks being broken.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Performance
My performance with "It's Been A While Dancers" was great tonight! I only messed up a few times. :oP Travis and Sara came to see me, and Steven was there of course. The last few weeks have been really long but I think all of that hard work paid off.
I'm so tired I can hardly stand or think straight. I'll most likely be hobbling like an old woman tomorrow. LOL. Pictures may (or may not) be posted soon.
Goodnight.
I'm so tired I can hardly stand or think straight. I'll most likely be hobbling like an old woman tomorrow. LOL. Pictures may (or may not) be posted soon.
Goodnight.
Photofashionista
For those of you that don't know, I'm an amateur fashion photographer. I love doing all kinds of shoots, but with a fashiony (is that a word?) edge. Bridals and children's portraiture is something I'd really like to gain more experience in. Photography is a huge field with loads to learn and I've barely scratched the surface. Working for a professional photographer in a studio setting would be my ideal job. I'm trying to find an internship at a studio to get a firm grasp on studio lighting, and flash for outdoors.
Here's a link to my portfolio: http://s260.photobucket.com/albums/ii30/CS_Imaging/
Check back frequently for new updates.
P.S. The recital is tonight! I'm so sore I can barely walk, this should be interesting. :)
Here's a link to my portfolio: http://s260.photobucket.com/albums/ii30/CS_Imaging/
Check back frequently for new updates.
P.S. The recital is tonight! I'm so sore I can barely walk, this should be interesting. :)
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
On a lighter note!
I just realized that my last post was very negative and I've determined to be more thankful and positive.
I forgot to mention that Steven had a great meeting at work yesterday and was able to show more than enough justification to hire a new employee. He's one step closer to getting a budget for it so thats good news!
This may sound silly but last night Steven took me shopping and we found two jeans that fit me and one capri. All three for only $65! It's my first skinny jean and I'm psyched to go buy boots later this fall. Last weekend I had found some pants and a tanktop all for $9. Gotta love bargain shopping. So my wardrobe is slowly building back up and I haven't gained any weight in a long time. I think I'm finally leveled off.
In other good news, premium gas is still under $3 a gallon (about $2.70). We have to put premium in both cars. Steven fixed my stereo system and it sounds GREAT.
Steven had a lovely night of golfing last night with his friend. And we had a fun date at Olive Garden.
There is tons to be thankful for. I'm sorry Lord that I don't always remember to put those first in my mind. Thank you for providing for our every need!
I forgot to mention that Steven had a great meeting at work yesterday and was able to show more than enough justification to hire a new employee. He's one step closer to getting a budget for it so thats good news!
This may sound silly but last night Steven took me shopping and we found two jeans that fit me and one capri. All three for only $65! It's my first skinny jean and I'm psyched to go buy boots later this fall. Last weekend I had found some pants and a tanktop all for $9. Gotta love bargain shopping. So my wardrobe is slowly building back up and I haven't gained any weight in a long time. I think I'm finally leveled off.
In other good news, premium gas is still under $3 a gallon (about $2.70). We have to put premium in both cars. Steven fixed my stereo system and it sounds GREAT.
Steven had a lovely night of golfing last night with his friend. And we had a fun date at Olive Garden.
There is tons to be thankful for. I'm sorry Lord that I don't always remember to put those first in my mind. Thank you for providing for our every need!
Stupid Utah...
So Utah has been getting on my nerves here lately. The weather is so unpredictable that it drives me nuts. It's summertime and we've had more rainy cold days than hot sunny ones. The drivers are all completely incompetent. If the speed limit is 45 they will all go 30. If the speed limit is 35 they will all go 50. It's soooo aggravating!!! Then there is all of the notorious flaky people. And we can't forget the Mormons. I'm fairly certain I've lost the last few job interviews because I'm not Mormon or "from here" as they always like to point out first thing.
My dance recital thingy is on Friday and I'm already sick of it. So because half of the class loves to not show up (flakes again), that means that those of us that do actually show up, have to work twice as hard. Needless to say, I've had 4 rehearsals a week since I've been back from CA. I had practice TWICE on Saturday and now I have to go tonight, tomorrow night, and then Friday for the performance.
I've also had some issues with the costumes. We aren't really wearing "costumes" per say, but things like finding a black leotard that fits me is pretty close to impossible! I now have to make a black ballet skirt (chiffon and some ribbon, no biggie) because I can't find one to fit me. And my blue leotard that was ordered online fits fine, thankfully, but has a manufacturer's defect that I have to fix. ARG!
My last interview seemed to go so well but alas.. no second interview. Am I overqualified? If there even is such a thing. Is it because I don't have that I attended BYU on my resume? Is it because I mark that I'm available to work on Sundays? Not every Sunday mind you, but I will if it means I can get the job I want. Is it because you can't see "garments" showing under my clothes? Or because I wore slacks to the interview? I've finally given up on anything that pays well AND doesn't mean sitting in a cubicle for 9 hours a day. I just dropped off my application yesterday at Target (yes Target) for a photographer in their portrait studio. It's not a cheesy as half the stuff out there and at least you get a store discount. They seemed excited that someone applied and said a manager would call me later, but so far it's later and no manager call.
I also got an offer yesterday to babysit full time for a few months for a family. The Mother fell on a toy down the stairs and broke her ankle really badly and needed surgery. They are desperate to find someone to watch their 2 and 5 year old. Part of me wants to do it, but part of me really doesn't. It's hard enough that I can't have my own kids, much less take care of someone else's. I've done the whole nanny thing and it's just not what I want to do again. And I'm reluctant to tell them I'm available when I just put in my application somewhere else for a job I want much more than babysitting. I do feel obligated to take it though, because the person who recommended me to them has really talked me up to them. *sigh* Why does everything have to happen at the same time? Two months ago I would have jumped on it. And just when I made my mind up it has to have a wrench thrown in the works.
By the way, I'm 7dpo (days post ovulation) and nothing new. No implantation dip, no spotting, no nothing. Blah.
Anyhoo... off to sew my stupid costume.
Stupid TTC.
Stupid Mormons.
Stupid UTAH....
My dance recital thingy is on Friday and I'm already sick of it. So because half of the class loves to not show up (flakes again), that means that those of us that do actually show up, have to work twice as hard. Needless to say, I've had 4 rehearsals a week since I've been back from CA. I had practice TWICE on Saturday and now I have to go tonight, tomorrow night, and then Friday for the performance.
I've also had some issues with the costumes. We aren't really wearing "costumes" per say, but things like finding a black leotard that fits me is pretty close to impossible! I now have to make a black ballet skirt (chiffon and some ribbon, no biggie) because I can't find one to fit me. And my blue leotard that was ordered online fits fine, thankfully, but has a manufacturer's defect that I have to fix. ARG!
My last interview seemed to go so well but alas.. no second interview. Am I overqualified? If there even is such a thing. Is it because I don't have that I attended BYU on my resume? Is it because I mark that I'm available to work on Sundays? Not every Sunday mind you, but I will if it means I can get the job I want. Is it because you can't see "garments" showing under my clothes? Or because I wore slacks to the interview? I've finally given up on anything that pays well AND doesn't mean sitting in a cubicle for 9 hours a day. I just dropped off my application yesterday at Target (yes Target) for a photographer in their portrait studio. It's not a cheesy as half the stuff out there and at least you get a store discount. They seemed excited that someone applied and said a manager would call me later, but so far it's later and no manager call.
I also got an offer yesterday to babysit full time for a few months for a family. The Mother fell on a toy down the stairs and broke her ankle really badly and needed surgery. They are desperate to find someone to watch their 2 and 5 year old. Part of me wants to do it, but part of me really doesn't. It's hard enough that I can't have my own kids, much less take care of someone else's. I've done the whole nanny thing and it's just not what I want to do again. And I'm reluctant to tell them I'm available when I just put in my application somewhere else for a job I want much more than babysitting. I do feel obligated to take it though, because the person who recommended me to them has really talked me up to them. *sigh* Why does everything have to happen at the same time? Two months ago I would have jumped on it. And just when I made my mind up it has to have a wrench thrown in the works.
By the way, I'm 7dpo (days post ovulation) and nothing new. No implantation dip, no spotting, no nothing. Blah.
Anyhoo... off to sew my stupid costume.
Stupid TTC.
Stupid Mormons.
Stupid UTAH....
Monday, August 17, 2009
Follow up Dr. appointment
Today I had my follow up appointment with my new OB/GYN, Dr. Carrie Sloan. She said that the results of the HSG were normal (same as the technician had told me on the day of the procedure). My blood tests came back normal with one exception. I have a MTHFR Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase defect which is a genetic defect that can lead to miscarriage. This gene produces an enzyme by the same name. Because I carry the genetic mutation that inhibits production of this enzyme, it can result in an elevated level of an enzyme called homocysteine found in blood plasma. From what I understand, it means that I do not absorb folic acid correctly thereby leading to possible neural defects in the infant, and or possible clotting problems. My doctor said this was a relatively new test and that speculation varies widely on it's relation to miscarriage and treatment options. She wanted to err on the side of caution and her treatment recommendation was a baby asprin (81 mg) a day along with upping my folic acid intake from the recommended 400 mcg to 1200 mcg, in addition to taking a pre-natal vitamin.
The next time I get a positive pregnancy test she wants me to come in right away for a blood test to measure HCG levels instead of waiting the normal 8 weeks for an appointment. She said this would give me peace of mind to see the numbers doubling every two days as they should, or alert her to a possible miscarraige if they don't. I have never made it far enough to even see if they were doubling so I'm sure I'd miscarry before that point, but it's still sweet of her to be concerned for my emotional well being. I really like this doctor a lot!
I also had a Pap Smear and pelvic exam which is never fun, but she made if very quick. I do have some cramping and spotting but I'm sure that will pass soon. I honestly think I have a very sensetive cervix than most. As of today I'm 5 DPO (days post ovulation) and my period is due around August 26th. They say you are more fertile for the 3 cycles following a HSG and this would be the 2nd cycle. Let's hope they are right!
The next time I get a positive pregnancy test she wants me to come in right away for a blood test to measure HCG levels instead of waiting the normal 8 weeks for an appointment. She said this would give me peace of mind to see the numbers doubling every two days as they should, or alert her to a possible miscarraige if they don't. I have never made it far enough to even see if they were doubling so I'm sure I'd miscarry before that point, but it's still sweet of her to be concerned for my emotional well being. I really like this doctor a lot!
I also had a Pap Smear and pelvic exam which is never fun, but she made if very quick. I do have some cramping and spotting but I'm sure that will pass soon. I honestly think I have a very sensetive cervix than most. As of today I'm 5 DPO (days post ovulation) and my period is due around August 26th. They say you are more fertile for the 3 cycles following a HSG and this would be the 2nd cycle. Let's hope they are right!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Welcome to our blog!
Thanks for taking the time to visit our family blog. I'm writing this to document the trials and joys of starting our family together.
Steven and I are both from Southern California and met in July of 2005. We moved to Salt Lake City,Utah later that year. We grew closer together and stronger as a couple for the next three years and decided to get married on July 26,2008. We just celebrated our first wedding anniversary and are looking forward to many more!
We added our first family member, Rusty the golden retriever, at two years into our relationship. Rusty was at the humane society when we found him and has since become a wonderful companion and watchdog. We got another golden retriever, Dare, about a year later. The two of them are best friends and cannot be separated for any length of time. I don't think we would know what to do without our "kids" around.
Our Trying to Conceive (TTC) Journey to Date
We knew we wanted children a year into our relationship. Medications don't agree with me very well so I went off of birth control and we decided to take the approach of "if it happens great, if not then we'll work on it later". Well that approach hasn't gone so well for us. After our wedding we decided to step it up and I started charting my cycles for ovulation. I fell pregnant in November of 2008 and we lost our baby at 6 weeks. I cannot describe the emotional roller coaster that follows a miscarriage. It's one of the hardest things I've ever been through. Then in June of 2009 I fell pregnant and we were elated! Sadly, I miscarried again at 4 weeks. At that time they discovered a large cervical polyp and had it removed. I saw a new OB/GYN in June and she was very understanding of what we've been through and what we wanted to achieve. She scheduled me for blood work and a HSG (a procedure where a dye is injected into the uterine cavity and x-ray pictures are taken to see if fallopian tubes are blocked or if there are in irregularities of the uterus). The technician that preformed the HSG told me that he didn't see anything out of the ordinary. My follow up OB/GYN appointment is on August 17, where I will find out the results of the blood work. They are looking for any clotting disorders that would cause repeated early miscarriages.
Steven and I are both from Southern California and met in July of 2005. We moved to Salt Lake City,Utah later that year. We grew closer together and stronger as a couple for the next three years and decided to get married on July 26,2008. We just celebrated our first wedding anniversary and are looking forward to many more!
We added our first family member, Rusty the golden retriever, at two years into our relationship. Rusty was at the humane society when we found him and has since become a wonderful companion and watchdog. We got another golden retriever, Dare, about a year later. The two of them are best friends and cannot be separated for any length of time. I don't think we would know what to do without our "kids" around.
Our Trying to Conceive (TTC) Journey to Date
We knew we wanted children a year into our relationship. Medications don't agree with me very well so I went off of birth control and we decided to take the approach of "if it happens great, if not then we'll work on it later". Well that approach hasn't gone so well for us. After our wedding we decided to step it up and I started charting my cycles for ovulation. I fell pregnant in November of 2008 and we lost our baby at 6 weeks. I cannot describe the emotional roller coaster that follows a miscarriage. It's one of the hardest things I've ever been through. Then in June of 2009 I fell pregnant and we were elated! Sadly, I miscarried again at 4 weeks. At that time they discovered a large cervical polyp and had it removed. I saw a new OB/GYN in June and she was very understanding of what we've been through and what we wanted to achieve. She scheduled me for blood work and a HSG (a procedure where a dye is injected into the uterine cavity and x-ray pictures are taken to see if fallopian tubes are blocked or if there are in irregularities of the uterus). The technician that preformed the HSG told me that he didn't see anything out of the ordinary. My follow up OB/GYN appointment is on August 17, where I will find out the results of the blood work. They are looking for any clotting disorders that would cause repeated early miscarriages.
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