17 April 2011
I've had lots of people ask me how the 2ww is going. I feel fine. Really I do. Happier than ever, actually. I am half way through and I'm still riding on this feeling of intense gratitude for getting this far.
I've had a number of people comment on how hard my 2ww is going to be on them -sorry about that. I know most people say the 2ww is the worst part, but I feel so differently. The beta wait for me is really so minimal in comparison to the lengthy waits I've had to see doctors, to have surgeries, or for my body to co-operate to get an opportunity to cycle. I'm still pinching myself that I made it to egg retrieval and had 2 embryos to transfer. Wow!
I guess I'm a weirdo because I actually enjoy being PUPO. It's like all the anxiety around all that lead up stuff is gone, and now it's in the hands of fate/God/nature whatever your belief is. There is nothing to do but just kick your feet up and lounge back. I have been sleeping a ton (probably the progesterone). Otherwise I feel pretty normal.
If one or both of these little embryos is still going strong, it's implantation time. While grocery shopping yesterday I saw that the fresh pineapple was on sale, so I figured what the heck it can't hurt. There was probably some misinterpretation somewhere along the line that resulted in the old wives tale about pineapple being good for implantation. Perhaps they meant to say "good for your plantation" and someone got pregnant and the rest was history. Whatever. I'm gnawing away at the woody pineapple core and making some yummy smoothies to drink.
Tomorrow DH and I are going to go away to the west coast of the island for a few days where we can unplug for a bit. The change of scenery will be a welcome change. So if it seems that I've fallen off the side of the planet, I actually have.
Oh, and if anyone is wondering, I will not be peeing on any sticks. My beta is 11dp3dt, so that's early enough for me.
Just thrilled for you. You are right on so many things. I am just over the moon that you've made it this far and are still going strong mentally and physically. Keep up the good work.D
ReplyDeleteDesignerBug, 17 April 2011 - 08:41 AM
Yay!! I'm so happy for you.
Hopeful1, 17 April 2011 - 09:33 AM
I'm so happy that you feel good and happy!! :lol:
Raspberry, 17 April 2011 - 10:36 AM
Good to hear you're enjoying your 2ww, and feel free to post those pineapple smoothie recipes! :lol:
Tracy1234, 17 April 2011 - 11:36 AM
No recipe. Just throw some pineapple, banana, milk and frozen yogurt into a blender and push the button.:lol:
silverdollar, 17 April 2011 - 12:43 PM
That plantation remark had me in stitches! I felt very similar...enjoyed being PUPO and didn't POAS until I already knew my beta. Enjoy your time away!!
ladylazarus, 17 April 2011 - 12:59 PM
I wonder what the deal is with pineapple core?! I ate tonnes of it during my tww as well. Have a wonderful break! Just what you need...
LisainSK, 17 April 2011 - 01:39 PM
Silverdollar, if those embabies are as smart as their quality indicates they will implant - who would make better parents than you?!?!Sending you lots of sticky (((vibes))) and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I didn't POAS either, I wanted to believe that I could be preggers right up until the verdict was in. The wait between having blood drawn and getting the call was a killer, but the 2ww was pretty good up until then. Enjoy your vacay, you deserve it!Re. the pinapple core - I can't remember the reasoning, but it is recommended in Randine Lewis' The Infertility Cure.
Luckypenny, 17 April 2011 - 03:24 PM
Oh, I just looked it up. "Pineapple contains bromelain. Bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme that breaks up proteins that inhibit embryo implantation. Consuming a whole pineapple (focusing on the core as it has the highest concentration of Bromelain) during a fertility cycle can be beneficial." I like the story of the plantation farmer and his wife getting pregnant better, but there is the scientific explanation behind it.
silverdollar, 17 April 2011 - 03:51 PM
Hi SD--I am so thrilled that things have gone so well for you this cycle and that you are enjoying being PUPO. I remember feeling that too because it seemed like a struggle to get that far.(Although I will admit that on my last cycle, the second week was a bit hard!) You have certainly endured a lot during this process and SO deserve this feeling of happiness! And I sure do hope for a positive outcome for you on your beta day! :)Keep eating that pineapple. Try it in a smoothie with other fruit. I think it tastes better that way! I've read about it helping with implantation but aside from that it is very high in vitamins so it is not going to hurt! :lol:
ReplyDeleteleigh14, 17 April 2011 - 06:56 PM
Enjoy being unplug over the next few days. It's great to hear that you're feeling good. Enjoy time with your DH. :lol:
LMC, 17 April 2011 - 08:18 PM
Enjoy being PUPO! I was like you, wanted to enjoy every minute of it in case it was the only time I would be blessed with DH's and my embryos. I felt so priviledged to be carrying our embryos even for a short time. I did end-up POAS but only a day before BETA as I was sure it was going to be positive due to the return of my OHSS symptoms... Good luck on your cycle and hope you get your BFP!
Softi444, 17 April 2011 - 08:28 PM
Sounds like you are in a great place. I didn't POAS either, I didn't feel different but got a BFP call from the clinic at end of 2WW.... the result will be the same regardless, continue relaxing and enjoying being PUPO...fingers and toes crossed for you SD.
Kiwi, 17 April 2011 - 11:24 PM
My only BFP was after eating a ton of pineapple. :lol: Good luck!
impatient, 18 April 2011 - 05:56 AM
Have a great break! :lol:
Erin_G, 18 April 2011 - 05:59 AM
Have a great getaway, and the timing for the pineapple sale couldn't be better :)
rhubarb, 18 April 2011 - 07:22 PM
Have a great time away!! I was the opposite, peed on a lot of sticks but never had a beta done. Didn't want to mull over numbers anymore.Posted Image
babatime, 18 April 2011 - 09:53 PM