Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Second Beta Results

You know the old saying "No news is good news?" That's not always the case. I got the results of my second beta, and they were not what I wanted at all. Honestly with my first number so high so early, I didn't expect my second number to fall. But, I've have a history of m/c and chemical pregnancies. I blame this on stupid sensetive tests, and the fact that they are so sensetive or else I would not of even known I was pregnant more than likely. I blame this loss on my body and how messed up and defective it is. I wanted this baby, I wanted a sibling for my son, I was already attached and I didn't even realize how much. My first draw was 101, my second was 82. I held such high hopes for this BFP, for this pregnancy. Now I'm left questioning and feeling empty. I cried myself into exhaustion. So much exhaustion that I fell asleep with *B* last night at 8:30pm and slept until 9:30am this morning. I wish that there was more that I could of done or that my Drs could of done to make sure that this didn't happen. I'm so upset and mad. I don't understand it. I also feel like I'm dealing with this alone. Of course I have all my online and bloggy friends that are wrapping me in support and care, but here at home... not so much. When I told DH, he was "What do you want me to do about it?" We squabbled a bit and I told him to care more. He never cares enough, or if he does he certainly doesn't show it. I would of liked nothing more than for him to come home from work and hug me, hold me, let me cry into his chest... didn't happen. Still didn't happen this morning. Why does m/c not affect men like it does women... it's their loss too damnit?!?! I tried to talk to my sister about it, but never got the words out in the 3min we were on the phone before she had another call coming in and never called me back. I mean how do you tell people that you're losing a baby (you haven't yet, but you will) that you just told days ago that you were having? Not the easiest task, I assure you. Sometimes I just wish in early pregnancy that there was a magic wand or test that you could take or wave over your stomach and know if this was going to happen. Other than a blood test ya know? Something that would let you know at home before you opened your big fat mouth and told everyone so you didn't feel so stupid and upset when you had to tell them the bad news just what seems like moments later.

I hope one day to add to our family of three. I hope one day to give *B* a sibling. I hope one day to give DH another child. I hope one day to carry another pregnancy to term and have another bubbly baby. I hope one day that I won't feel so hurt, depressed, defective, broken or withdrawn. I hope one day that I will forever not have to wear the scarlet letters IF or Pregnancy Loss... but today will not be that day. Honestly I don't know if those days will ever come at this point, b/c they've been burnt into my flesh and will always remain. They are my battle wounds, my scars, my hurt, my pain, my loss... but for today I just wish it wasn't me.

12 comments:

  1. Early pg is just not a good time ya know? I curse sensitive pg tests and early ultrasounds. Time never seems to stand so still as those first few weeks BLECK! You will have your #2 Catrisha. I KNOW you will!

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  2. I am so sorry for your loss. Hopefully the RE can help you get that STICKY bean!

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  3. This just really sucks Catrisha. The devastation is so heart breaking. It is so hard to go from being so high to being so low.

    I can completely relate on the husband front. I am sure mine would say something along the same lines. He never got excited about my pregnancy with my daughter, "just in case." He's not the "hold you and let you cry" type either. It really blows. All you want is some physical touch to help heal the emotional distress.

    I am sorry you're hurting. My heart is going out to you.

    *hugs*

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  4. I am SO very sorry. I totally understand how you felt towards your DH about wanting him to care more. I actually told my DH that he must be HAPPY that I wasn't pregnant because he must not want a baby. He then said that wasn't true. How would I know though? He never shows his emotions like I do!! UGH MEN! LOL. Here is a virtual hug from one mom to another that knows your pain. (((HUGS)))

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  5. I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I could give you the biggest hug in the world! Please know that your husband does care, men just show it differently. There were soo many times that I felt G didn't care but I now know he does care. I think seeing us hurting makes them think they need to be strong.

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  6. I am so sorry! Definately not something you want to see, hear or experience! Your time will come for another! This one just was not perfect enough for you! Keep your chin up!


    Hey at least your DH was home. Mine went to the bar to mourn our loss! With your history of CP and M/C did they give you progesterone?

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  7. I am so sorry Catrisha. This is not what I was wanting to read and def didn't think that would be the outcome. Do u still have your RE appointment?? Maybe it is your thyroid. Can u get that looked at by a specialist and not by your family dr.? If u need to talk I am of course always here for you. I love you.

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  8. I am so sorry for the second beta results. This is difficult for you and I'm sorry. Wrapping you in a virtual hug. You cry all you need to. Thinking of you.

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  9. I am so sorry for your bad news. I know there are no words I can say that can make your day brighter. Just know that I'm praying for you and your dreams of expanding your family further.

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  10. Oh Catrisha my heart is breaking!I had hoped to log on and find good news .I haven't necessary been down the road of infertility but I understand the road of pregnancy loss.My heart aches for you and know that I am praying for you constantly.

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  11. I am so sorry for your loss.

    LFCA

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  12. I'm so sorry girl, I really hoped you'd be able to hold this baby. I'm praying with you and crying for you, too. {{{HUGS}}}

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