Hi Ladies! I'm writing because I used to be on this board (under a different screen name which I don't remember it nor the password, so I had to create a new one) and I wanted to let those who are interested know about some things I've learned throughout this "i want a baby" battle!! You might not be interested in it...and it's probably all been said before....so disregard it that's the case. I'm sure you guys have talked about this at some point, but have any of you ever tried accupuncture and going to a chiropractor? This is probably common, but there's one in my area who does everything, including an infertility plan. He did scans on my back, and it showed where the tension/problem areas were. All around my lower back looked horrible at the time, which those are the muscles connected to the uterus. Also, accupuncture does WONDERS for stress, which of course we all know that stress is a big reason people have trouble getting pregnant. Another thing that really helped me was something that was SO HARD to do. I stopped researching statistics, and obbsessing over every little thing. I just did an IUI and went on with my life. I didn't test early and I tried my best to not read baby books, magazines, and dream about having a baby, because from what I've experienced and learned from other people, the more you want it and think about it, the less likely it'll happen. It's sad, but it's often true. My last IUI (3rd) I promised myself that I wouldn't visit any message boards, because personally, I found that it stressed me out worse. That seriously might just be my problem, but my friends and doctor made me promise. I just want to see everyone on here get the miracle we all seek. I know how hard it is to be let down again and again, and then to finally get pregnant only to loss the baby. My chiro/acupuncture doctor says that the negativity in your lower back can also make it harder to carry a pregnany to term. Some people believe that, some don't, but hey, it worked for me so I wanted to share it. One other thing that helped me was meditation. I also read a lot during the 2WW, but NOT baby type books. I kept my mind busy with other things...movies, talking to friends on the phone (again NOT about baby stuff), etc. Actually, I didn't even tell most of my friends I was in the 2WW because I didn't want them talking to me about it. I'm sorry if I offended anyone by saying any of this...especially the "stay off the message boards" part. I don't mean it's for everyone, but if you're finding it stresses you out worse and you take on other people's issues, then it might help you. I pray that you all get the lil' miracle you deserve. Good luck and God bless!!


<3 - Lindsey Rae
(Single Mommy By Choice to lil' Rilynn Faith or Jackson Kade)