LMP

It's hard to believe that one year ago this week I was having my all important "last menstrual period". Little did I know that it would really be my last period for a long while, that a pregnancy would result from my hail Mary attempt at IVF with my eggs, and that I'd be sitting here today with such a beautiful daughter in my arms. OK, I'm tearing up now. What a difference a year makes. Last year on the 29th of March I was at the clinic having a day 2 ultrasound to size up my ovaries for their IVF potential, and it was decided we'd go ahead with the cycle with just an antral follicle count of 4 between the two sides. This year I'll be boarding a plane for a month long trip to Europe with my own little family.

It's got me wondering how long I will get to enjoy this time without my monthly visit from my trusty aunt flo? Some women who exclusively breastfeed don't get their periods back until they wean, while others seem to kick back in at some point. I'd be happy to go without for as long as possible. Hmmm... I guess I better pack a few pads in my suitcase just in case I'm not so lucky and AF decides to join us on our holiday.

My packing list is growing. It's quite a challenge to cover 3 different climates, and a rapidly growing baby and slimming down mommy. Maybe this means I'll have to purchase some new clothes as I go. On our agenda -the Swiss/French Alps, Germany, Mediterranean coast of Spain, and Southern Wales. Bon Voyage, Gute Reise, Buen Viaje, Siwrne Saff, Happy Journey!