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XXforhubby
April 10th, 2015, 04:41 PM
TTC a Girl Sway Attempt
Gender Result:
BOY [emoji170][emoji577][emoji843][emoji602][emoji170]
DW Age:
35
DH Age:
36
Current Children's Gender(s)
DS1- 4.5yrs DS2- 21mo
Number of Months TTC
6-9
Did you purchase and follow a GD Personalized Plan?
Yes
DIET
Did you follow a diet plan?
Yes
If yes to diet, which one did you most follow? LE(Low Everything)
Other


Comments regarding DW's diet changes-
Starting in March 2014 I began the crash and burn version of the LE diet. After 1.5 mo I switched to the PCOS version when I stopped losing weight. After a chemical in November 2014, I switched to Atomic’s fertility diet that included whole grains. I couldn’t go gluten free because I would gain weight. I mainly ate vegetarian and only ate meat 3-4 times a week.
If diet was used, length of time before attempt?
12 months total before getting our BFP!!!
Did you skip breakfast regularly?
Yes
Did DH change his diet with you?
Yes
Comments regarding DH's diet-
DH started by not eating red meat and began to fast while working his 10hr work day and eating mainly vegetarian meals. He too only ate meat 3-4 times a week and maybe during an occasional weekend day. This was a HUGE change from how he used to eat when we had our boys!
DId you consume alcohol? A couple of drinks per week


DId you try to limit caffeine?
No, I did not factor that into my sway
Any Diet Details?
I started my day with 2 cups decaf coffee with a splash of creamer and cinnamon. I would eat breakfast around 10:00am most days and either have 2 eggs with toast or usually 1cup mixed berries with 1/2cup full fat yogurt. I would only get to eat about 2/3 or 3/4 at best of the fruit/yogurt mix, since DS2 loved eating it with me! I would always have a small amount of protein, carb, vegetable, and a fruit with lunch and dinner. Fruits I would eat- D’Anjou pears, green grapes, gala apples, or mixed fruit (only at breakfast). Vegetables I would eat- green beans, broccoli, broccoli/cauliflower/carrot mix, a small amount of tomatoes, or occasionally a small potato with the skin at dinner. Carbs I would eat- mainly quinoa/brown rice mix, brown rice, matzo when making homemade pizza, or 1/2c of whole grain pasta.
Any Diet Comments/Additional Info?
-
WEIGHT AND EXERCISE
What did you weigh/BMI do leading up to O?
123lbs and 20.6BMI
Any Weight/Exercise related additional info/comments?
In January 2015 I added 20-30min of Yoga after doing 60min of cardio for mental health purposes. DH started to exercise about 6 weeks before we conceived. His routine consisted of mainly cardio.
THINGS in VG and CONCEPTION DATE(CD) INFO
pH Before Starting a Sway Program, if known
N/A
Any VG potions used? NO


CM pH at attempt
N/A
DH pH
N/A
How many BD attempts did you make for the BFP cycle?
One!!!!
BD Dates according to Ovulation 1 Day Before O


Any additional comments?
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THE DEED INFO
DH Info about Swimmers BD every few days


BD Position
Missionary
Did you Jump and Dump? No


Any relevant attempt details?
Had the Big O!!
SUPPLEMENTS USED
DW Supplements
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DH Supplements
-
Any additional supplement info?
DW- Folate 800mcg 2X a day, CoQ10 400mg 1X a day, Zinc 15mg 3X a week, and Vitamin D 1000IU 2X a week (deficiency).
Did you do anything with Ions?
Rose Quartz and salt lamps. DH even had a salt lamp at work because he liked it so much!
Moon Phase during conception?
Waning Gibbous
Did you use any Old Wives Tales?
Had a package of girl onesies under our bed.
Things that make me feel great about my sway:
I was on the diet FOREVER, exercise, one attempt, and acupuncture to increase fertility. All the changes DH made.
Things that make me nervous about my sway:
The 2-4 oz of meat I added when I switched to the fertility version of the LE diet.
Things worth mentioning:
After TTCing for four months, I made an appointment in October 2014 with an RE because I had a 17 day cycle and things just felt “off”. Day 3 FSH results came back at 44! I stopped taking myo-inositol (I was not taking it for swaying purposes and had taken it with both boys), and DS2 began to wean down to BFing 2-3 times a day. November I had a chemical and day 3 FSH results came back at 45 and my AMH wasn’t even detected! The only thing good to come of this was my AFC came back fantastic for my age, and my lining couldn’t have been more perfect. Needless to say I was devastated. I picked myself back up, and I began acupuncture at the end of January to lower my FSH and improve my fertility. DS2 finally weaned himself at the beginning of February at 21mo! Low and behold, after two months and three cycles of having acupuncture, I got my BFP! We had been TTCing for 8 months and 9 cycles total!! I am still nervous and will be until the end of the first trimester despite seeing the heartbeat 137bpms during my dating scan at 5weeks 6days!!

XXforhubby
April 10th, 2015, 04:44 PM
Before we got our BFP, I was at the point where I finally accepted that I would not get pregnant again, and there was nothing I could do about it. There was nothing I could change or undo, and I let go of my longing. I finally felt free. Don't get me wrong, I had meltdowns along the way! I just realized, over time, that getting so upset over something I could not change wasn't healthy for me or anyone. DH and I had a heart to heart a few days before I got the BFP, and I told him I wanted to stop trying at the end of this coming May. I was truly ok with my decision! I was excited at being a boy mom (it is all I ever wanted!), and we were looking forward to future vacations and plans- just the four of us.

I firmly believe that I had to learn the lessons of patience, letting things be as they are, and acceptance. I also took the time to change behaviors and patterns that didn't serve me, or others well. I finally have a healthy relationship with my mother, I no longer have a short fuse, I am in control of my emotions, and I accept others as they are and don't try to change things beyond my control. I am a completely different person now than I was when I began to TTC.

While this began as a journey to add one more person(s) to our family, I ended up evolving into a more calmer and grounded person. I am forever changed and feel blessed for the opportunity to change and make room in my heart and life for this tender being that will soon take up the remaining space in my heart and soul.

Thank you Atomic, NBP, and all of you lovely ladies that have and continue to support me. May you all find peace in your lives and get your heart's desire.


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True Blue
April 10th, 2015, 05:19 PM
Congratulations and good luck XX :) I hope you get your DD you sure did a great job!!!

Ugee
April 10th, 2015, 05:21 PM
Hope you have a happy and healthy 9 months xx :)

djmommy
April 10th, 2015, 06:16 PM
Awesome!!! Pink Dust!!

foxymrsg
April 10th, 2015, 06:26 PM
Fab sway and loved how you've written how this has a changed you for the better too! Well done I truly hope you the daughter you and hubby wish for

Ashforblue
April 10th, 2015, 07:20 PM
Congrats again, looks like a great sway!!

sc1411
April 10th, 2015, 07:42 PM
Huge congrats!!! Again:)

Please take my pink dust and have happy and healthy pregnancy!

atomic sagebrush
April 11th, 2015, 02:17 PM
so so so so excited!!!

Dutchgirl
April 11th, 2015, 05:41 PM
Congrats!!
FX for pink!!

Hitmebabyonemoretime
May 6th, 2015, 10:02 PM
Just finally found your sway :) Im so happy for you!


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EmileeJane
May 7th, 2015, 01:27 AM
Woohoo Xx! I'm glad it all worked out when you least expected it.
Excited to see how our journeys go!

XXforhubby
May 7th, 2015, 11:28 AM
Me too! I hope we both here pink!!


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maidentomother
May 8th, 2015, 07:09 AM
Such an incredible sway and example of perseverance without obsession! You couldn't have done anything better.

XXforhubby
May 8th, 2015, 08:18 AM
Thank you! I'm praying for you Maiden!


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Hitmebabyonemoretime
May 30th, 2015, 04:53 PM
When do you find out XX?


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XXforhubby
May 30th, 2015, 05:01 PM
When do you find out XX?


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I would think I should know sometime next week. The lab said they fax the results 5 days after the receipt of them. Hopefully I know before my scan on Tuesday!


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Dana-Alicia
May 30th, 2015, 05:10 PM
I can hardly wait for you to find out, so exciting!!

Hitmebabyonemoretime
May 30th, 2015, 05:42 PM
I'm sooo stoked. I'll be stalking lol


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atomic sagebrush
May 31st, 2015, 11:26 AM
:nails:

XXforhubby
June 1st, 2015, 11:33 AM
It's a healthy baby boy! Thank goodness!! I'm over the moon, and a bit relieved! DH is very happy, much happier than I thought he would be. I'm glad it went over well!!


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atomic sagebrush
June 1st, 2015, 11:34 AM
Oh I'm so sorry it didn't go your way XX. But glad hubby is taking it ok. So happy to hear that baby is happy and healthy!

XXforhubby
June 1st, 2015, 11:43 AM
Oh I'm so sorry it didn't go your way XX. But glad hubby is taking it ok. So happy to hear that baby is happy and healthy!

Oh, this is nothing to be sad about! I'm ecstatic! I wanted another boy! I was sad thinking I may not have another one. It was DH I was worried about. He is very happy and relieved though.


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XXforhubby
June 1st, 2015, 11:45 AM
DH is already texting me more name ideas! I'm so glad he is happy and into this baby boy!!!


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True Blue
June 1st, 2015, 01:20 PM
XX I always admire your attitude & positivity in your posts. This little DS is a lucky little boy he is obviously very much loved & wanted :HH:
I hope you get a surprise DD some day in the future to be doted on by her Daddy and 3 big brothers xx

daisy4
June 1st, 2015, 01:23 PM
Congrats xxforhubby [emoji1]

XXforhubby
June 1st, 2015, 01:24 PM
XX I always admire your attitude & positivity in your posts. This little DS is a lucky little boy he is obviously very much loved & wanted :HH:
I hope you get a surprise DD some day in the future to be doted on by her Daddy and 3 big brothers xx

It would have to be a surprise! I believe we are done after this little guy [emoji6]!


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mommymachine
June 1st, 2015, 01:26 PM
Welcome to the 3 boys club! I think that it is great that you are so happy about it! Good for you! Congrats on your little man!

Hitmebabyonemoretime
June 1st, 2015, 01:28 PM
I thought for sure you would hear girl! Either way I'm happy you were able to hear healthy first and foremost!!! You have been an inspiration on this site, to a lot of us!!!


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Ugee
June 1st, 2015, 01:29 PM
Congratulations xx! How lovely your husband is as thrilled as you are (all that worry he would be dissapointed was never needed) and baby is happy and healthy! So happy for you all :)

XXforhubby
June 1st, 2015, 01:38 PM
Thank you ladies for all of your support! I really am ecstatic about our baby boy, and I hope that you all get your DG. I honestly don't have any regrets and don't think I could have done anything differently, given the same situation. I'm relieved that I get to snuggle with another little boy and he will have amazing big brothers to look up to!




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atomic sagebrush
June 1st, 2015, 02:18 PM
I agree XX - I think we did what we needed to do in order for you to get pregnant and I am so happy that you have no regrets. Wishing you guys the very best!!!

djmommy
June 2nd, 2015, 08:28 AM
Oh congrats XX!! I am so very happy you are having a healthy baby, first and foremost!! I am happy that your DH is happy as well. We both know how great boys are too!! Sweet loving mamas boys!!

maidentomother
June 2nd, 2015, 01:20 PM
I'm so happy you're happy, and glad DH feels the same. What are yoir current boys named?

Is there any particular aspect(s) of your sway that you think may have contributed to your having a boy? Or do you feel like it is just luck/fate/God?

XXforhubby
June 2nd, 2015, 02:31 PM
I honestly don't have any regrets and feel I gave it my all! I think the biggest factor that contributed to improving my fertility was when DS2 weaned himself the cycle before I got my BFP. Everything else was fab- weight loss/maintenance, only having 2oz of chicken or turkey 2-3 times a week, exercise, and having only one viable attempt in my fertile window. Even the vitamin d I took was the bare minimum due to my levels being low.

I feel this beautiful baby boy was meant to be. For whatever reason that I do not know, my egg chose this sperm as the healthiest! Remember the zona pellucida (the outside layer of the egg) calls forth and examines/selects the sperm prior to fertilization. I'm just thankful that I even had a healthy functioning egg!

I couldn't be more proud to be a boy mom! Here is what my DS1 said to DS2 at my US today. When the baby was displayed on the screen, DS1 put his arms around DS2, pointed to the screen, and said, "Look, there is our new best friend!". My boys continue to amaze me and warm my heart! I'm thankful to be their mom [emoji4]!


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Rosie85
June 2nd, 2015, 03:43 PM
Awww what your ds said melts my heart!!!!

Mulberry Smurf
June 2nd, 2015, 04:41 PM
that is so sweet :) you are an amazing boy mummy, cant wait to hear how it all goes when your family meets him for the first time! xx

essnce629
June 2nd, 2015, 06:15 PM
I'm truly surprised that you didn't hear girl with your sway, but so glad everyone is excited about his arrival! Looks like he was truly meant to be! Congratulations!

ImmiNAddi
June 2nd, 2015, 06:30 PM
Naww... that is so sweet from your boys! Wishing you a healthy and happy pregnancy xox

Hitmebabyonemoretime
June 2nd, 2015, 10:07 PM
Omg I've been reduced to MUSH!!! [emoji170][emoji170][emoji170]


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Pink Pony
June 2nd, 2015, 10:40 PM
Congratulations :) Glad to hear that you are happy with your outcome and that you have no regrets.

maidentomother
June 4th, 2015, 06:29 PM
If I ever have a daughter I claim DS1 for her. ;) Your family is amazing hun! I totally agree about the egg's ZP selecting the sperm, I believe it not only selects for gender but other traits and that's a fated moment IMO.

XXforhubby
December 8th, 2015, 04:35 PM
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[emoji170] Aaron Michael born 11/21 at 9:17am weighed 7lbs 5oz and 20in long [emoji170]


DS1[emoji125]🏼, DS2[emoji577], DS3[emoji170][emoji577][emoji843][emoji602][emoji170] Jan. '16 I'll sway for a DD[emoji166][emoji171][emoji166] for my DH!!

mammacass
December 8th, 2015, 04:53 PM
He is just gorgeous [emoji7]


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Violet Winter
December 8th, 2015, 07:23 PM
Awww... he is so beautiful.

Pbn3
December 8th, 2015, 07:33 PM
Congratulations xxforhubby!! He is simply delicious!

covered in blue
December 8th, 2015, 07:58 PM
He is just so adorable XX :). Congratulations!

mommymachine
December 8th, 2015, 11:42 PM
So sweet!!


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Magical22
December 9th, 2015, 12:18 AM
Omg he is gorgeous!! So clucky!!


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2xblue
December 9th, 2015, 12:50 AM
Congratulations! He is very adorable!

trifecta
December 9th, 2015, 01:09 AM
Congratulations! He's beautiful!!!

ahorn586
December 9th, 2015, 10:04 PM
Congratulations!!! He's adorable!!!

Honeybug
December 18th, 2015, 03:18 AM
XX I just saw your update! Congratulations :) He is soo beautiful and those hands placed together <3 Congrats!

Boyzmommy
December 29th, 2015, 11:37 PM
So cute


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maidentomother
January 2nd, 2016, 01:19 PM
He is perfect! Awesome bday too, astrologically. :)