sitting in my office crying...

[Anonymous]

With the lights off and an "out of the office" message on the door. Started myperiod today. It's been a year and a half TTC, and I'm bummed out. Probably extra bummed out from hormones b/c of my period - double whammy. Damn it!

[Anonymous]

So so sorry. We all have been there and know what a crushing thing you're going through.

[Anonymous]

I have done this many many times, having been trying for 15 months and have 3 failed IVF, 1 failed FET, 1 failed IUI, 3 failed clomid cycles. Allow yourself time to mourn. Spend the next few days doing what makes you happy. Get a pedicure. Buy a nice bottle of wine. Stay home and watch movies or go out with close friends that will make you laugh. Remember that this is just a hard time in your life and you will make it through.

Also, I hope you are working with a RE at this point. You can't survive this alone...you need all the help you can get. Counselors, support groups, friends, significant others. I have my "entourage" to help me make it through....

Take care.

[Anonymous]

Thanks, guys. I feel better now. Maybe I'll turn the light back on and open the door!

[Anonymous]

At least you have an office to relieve your emotions. I have to sit out in the open (only Partners at our company have offices) and when I was going through my miscarriage, had to hold my tears REALLY hard. Still TTC after 4 years, no baby. Went through two IVFs, two IUIs. None of my firends give a damn as to what I am going through. Feel alone except for my husband who always tries to cheer me up and make me more optimistic irregardless of what outcome is going to be. Starting my last IVF soon before giving up on the dream of having a child.

So the point is that you are not alone. I advise to start thinking of plan B and C just in case. Helps to deal with disappontment every month in my opinion.

[Anonymous]

I know this is easier said than done, but try not to dwell on what's done. Take some time for you, and start looking forward to the next cycle.

[Anonymous]

Just wanted to send hugs and prayers. Thinking of you and hoping you are doing better

[Anonymous]

Hugs. We have all been in your situation, regardless of the physicaly space, number of months/years trying ... Baths, brownies, cookie dough, these are the most comforting things I know.