Una Sorpresa! I'm Pregnant

I know I have been a very delinquent blogger, but I have good reason as I was in Brazil and Argentina for my work trip. Remember, this was the trip that was going to screw any chances I had for conceiving that cycle.

Well, not so! I got a positive OPK on the Sunday before I left (my flight departed Monday 3/27 at 3pm) so I was able to get in some babymaking before I took off. While on my trip, I tried not to think about it but couldn't help it. Maybe I had a chance!

Well, I returned Friday 4/7 and expected my period the next day. No sign. Sunday passed, nope. Monday AM I tested and lo and behold a positive! I took the test at 6:30 am, told my husband, smiled, and crawled back in bed. Very anti-climatic for such a 7 month build up. But, I am trying to stay cautiously optimistic. I just want to get through the first 12 weeks, then I will really start celebrating. I am, of course, very happy.

I called my RE to tell him the news and even though I did not start any treatment with him he offered to monitor me closely through my first trimester. I jumped at the offer. I went in for a blood test that day (at 14dpo) and my beta level was 117 and progesterone 25 which they said was great! I go in again today for another blood test to ensure they are doubling. Then I will have weekly ultrasounds. Perfect for a Type A gal like me. ;)

For all those TTC, I know everyone wants to know about signs in the 2 week wait (I know I did.) The only sign I had was increased cervical mucus (CM). A lot of creamy CM and a few days it was yellow. I have also had daily headaches since Friday. That is it though, no sore BBs, nothing else.

We are really thrilled. I have a good feeling about this pregnancy. I am hoping for a sticky, sticky baby and an uneventful 9 months.