tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29866002514589756402024-02-08T11:57:49.990-08:00Tubal Reversal Forum<a title="Tubal Ligation Reversal by Dr. Berger." href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/"><img height="72" alt="Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center." src="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/images/tubal-reversal.jpg" width="462" border="0" /></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-40688299631987454812012-08-26T15:38:00.000-07:002012-08-26T15:45:57.811-07:00Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Study Report 2011A new study has just been published by Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-16475765270095740572011-03-01T14:47:00.000-08:002011-03-01T14:47:11.289-08:00Pregnancy is possible after Essure reversalAlthough the manufacturer of the Essure device states it is not reversible, the tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center have successfully removed Essure coils from women wishing to become pregnant again. <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/3/4890.html">Pregnancy after Essure reversal is possible</a>. <span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span> <br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by 11Needles August 12, 2009 02:17 PM: <br />
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Hello all,<br />
I have been reading <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/">the message boards</a> for a couple weeks now and I would like to thank all of you for sharing your stories. It makes me feel good to know that I am not the only one who now longs for a baby after my decision to sterilize. I have not seen any posts about women having the Essure reversed (removed) and I thought it would be a good idea to share my story.<br />
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I had the essure done in November 2006. At the time I thought it was the right thing to do and now nearly 3 years later I regret having done the procedure. I am schedule with Dr. Berger on August 26, 2009 to have <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2007/tubal-ligation/essure-tubal-reversal.html" target="_blank">Essure reversal</a>. I am hopeful that I will become pregnant again.<br />
<img alt="[Big Grin]" border="0" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/biggrin.gif" title="" /><br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by LauraD, RN August 12, 2009 02:32 PM: <br />
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Hi 11Needles,<br />
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Thank you for your post. I think you will find the message board a great place for support for women like you. We are looking forward to meeting you in a few weeks!<br />
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Laura<br />
<img alt="[CHTRC]" border="0" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/logo.gif" title="" /><br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by startin'again August 12, 2009 02:58 PM: <br />
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Hello 11Needles,<br />
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What is the Essure?? I haven't heard of that. I to am scheduled August 26th with Dr. Monteith. See you then! <br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles August 12, 2009 03:18 PM: <br />
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It is a procedure where they put small metal coils in fallopian tubes to create scare tissue to block your tubes. It is an outpatient procedure that is an alternative to the traditional TL. I do believe there is a page on this web site that explains it better than I do. ha ha <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by Ericka P August 12, 2009 08:49 PM: <br />
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11Needles,<br />
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Take a look at this link for information regarding the reversal of the Essure <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2007/tubal-ligation/essure-tubal-reversal.html" target="_blank">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2007/tubal-ligation/essure-tubal-reversal.html</a><br />
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Ericka<br />
<img alt="[CHTRC]" border="0" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/logo.gif" title="" /><br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles August 14, 2009 05:34 PM: <br />
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Thank you. I knew someone could explain it better than me. <img alt="[Cool]" border="0" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/cool.gif" title="" /><br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles August 14, 2009 06:01 PM: <br />
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I was surfing the net (yet again) to see if I could find any bfp for an essure reversal and I came across a site that report tube lenghts of Left: 12cm Right: 9cm - after an essure reversal. I don't understan how that can be. I know Dr. Berger has only done a couple essure reversals but I was under the impression that the lengths would be shorter than the average TR length?? <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by AnitaA68 August 14, 2009 08:57 PM: <br />
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Well then I think that person had above average tubal length because the average uncut tube length is 10cm. <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by Rsatteson August 22, 2009 10:57 PM: <br />
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I am so excited, my surgery is in 4 weeks...well 3 weeks and 6 days...but who's counting right? LOL!! <br />
With the initial conversations with the staff they are all wonderful and caring professionals. <br />
My husband and I look forward to the possibility of a baby after the Essure procedure is reversed. <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles August 25, 2009 11:10 AM: <br />
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Rsatterson, congratulations!! Glad that you have scheduled yout apt. I am hoping that Dr Berger can make it work. My coils are not visable in my uterus so I am so scared. How long ago did you have your procedure done?<br />
Ccoo <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles August 25, 2009 11:12 AM: <br />
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~ ok that ccoo doesn't mean anything ~ I'm posting from my crack berry! Ha ha <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by ashtangi August 30, 2009 11:38 AM: <br />
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Hello 11 Needles & RSatteson,<br />
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First, I want to thank you for posting here. I also had the Essure procedure- 10/2006. My PTLS has been so horrific that I sought out Dr B and have placed a deposit to also have a reversal. I am thinking that I will either have the reversal this fall or next spring.<br />
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I would love to hear as many details as each of you are willing to share regarding recovery from the procedure and also recovery from PTLS.<br />
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My story is this: I am a married MD. I am in my thirties and I am luckily in a "lifestyle specialty" (I work 50 hour weeks instead of 80). As I am a resident physician still in training, there are only certain times of the year that I can take time off to have the reversal. I have also been hesitant because, well I have scrubbed into too many surgeries gone wrong. So, I know that sometimes even the procedures that should not be too complicated can so south, and quickly. That said, the overwhelming majority of surgeries like this are successful and without complications. So, I had a threefold approach when deciding to sign up with Dr Berger: first, I prayed a lot. Second, I did a lot of my own research on the surgery and the available surgeons at this time. Last, I waited and hoped my PTLS would improve. <br />
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As far as why I choose Dr B- it came down to his obvious experience in this field. I called the other provider's office (who currently offers the Essure reversal) and was told that the current length of time under general anesthesia would be four hours. Dr Berger is able to do this reversal in approximately one to 1.5 hours (this is what I was told when I spoke with one of his nurses, and as he does not charge any more than for a regular tubal, I assume it to be true- OR time = money). The price was also considerably higher with the other provider. So, the bottom line is that I wanted for myself the most experienced surgeon I could obtain, and I feel that I have found that in Dr Berger. <br />
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Regarding the PTLS, it hasn't gone away. I was more than willing to loose the deposit on the procedure- in the hope that it would magically vanish and I would not loose myself 5 -7 days out of the month. So, now that I am three years poost- Essure, I feel confident that having the reversal is worth the risks of surgery. I only hope that the PTLS begins to subside and quickly! As for babies- perhaps now I am ambivalent about that more than the past, but that is not the primary reason I am seeking out this reversal. It is PTLS.<br />
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I hope you are recovering well 11 needles. Thanks again for initiating this post. Please keep us updated on your recovery! <br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by Jan, RN August 30, 2009 12:24 PM: <br />
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ashtangi , you have found the right doctor and facility. CHTRC is a private surgical center where Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith perform 4-5 surgeries/day Monday - Friday. Tubal Reversal is their focus and thus, they are continually adjusting and improving the surgical and recovery experience. Both doctors are very progressive and appreciate patient suggestions. The surgery only lasts 1- 1 and 1/2 hours. Look forward to having you at the center. <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles August 31, 2009 01:12 PM: <br />
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ashtangi,<br />
Well I am back at work today (5 days after surgery) I have a desk job and manage a group of 18 people. I feel GREAT!!! I didn't tell anyone at work that I was having surgery and no one has noticed that I went through surgery. as far as PTLS although I was never diagnosed with it I believe that Essure is the result of some of the problems I have been experiencing since I had it done in November 2006. the Main issue is Anemia. I take Iron 3 times a day during my cycles and one pill a day the rest of the time and my blood levels are still low. At this point I am tired of being tired (if that makes sense). I feel really good an am very happy that I had the reversal. You are in excellent hands with Dr Berger. After the surgery my tube lengths are both 9 cm YEAH!!!! I will keep you posted with my progress. If you have any questions at all please let me know. I am happy to share experience with you. . . . Thank you. <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by in-Gods-hands August 31, 2009 01:52 PM: <br />
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ashtangi I did not have the same thing done as you but I did have really bad PTLS. Which I am so happy to say has improved greatly. I am working with Dr.B on the PTLS topic. I wish you all the best. If you would like it my email is ranisheets23 at yahoo. You have picked the right doctor. Miranda <br />
</span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by ashtangi August 31, 2009 10:21 PM: <br />
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11 Needles, In God's Hands & Jan,<br />
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Wow, thanks for the awesomely quick replies to this thread.<br />
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I think it may be of benefit to others in the future, and it has already been helpful to me.<br />
11 Needles: Glad to hear that you are doing so well! Without disclosing too much identifying information, can you please share this with me: what would you describe as your overall "physical condition" prior to the surgery: physically fit, average, overweight, etc... The reason I ask is that I would be curious to hear how well you are recovering. General physical condition has a direct reflection on how quickly folks tend to recover after surgery. Considering the fact that you are just 5 days post- op and going back to work, I take that to be a great sign overall.<br />
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I intend to give myself at least a week off, and will shoot for more like seven full post-op days before I return. I also intend to do a whole lot of preventative- holistic interventions (mainly, fish oil, a great multi vitamin, MSM ( a MUST for healing tissues), zero refined foods, no alcohol, and some good old carrot juice and wheatgrass juice. Yes, I am a health- food nut. I am very into healthy living and taking care of myself. Ironically, I think this has contributed to the PTLS- my theory is that my overall state of health tilted me towards localized rejection of the Essure coils- because I am so otherwise well...<br />
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So, I am curious how you are feeling in relationship to how you would expect to feel considering your overall health status and prior to the surgery. <br />
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Also, I would LOVE to hear if your anemia and fatigue improve. My body literally shuts down a few days prior to menses now, something it just did not do before Essure. Please keep us posted on how and if you feel a "return to normalcy" over the next few months. Also, are you needing to take much medication for the pain? Hopefully not...THANKS!<br />
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Congrats on the 9CM tube length. Very nice indeed.<br />
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Jan- if you read this... how long post Essure can one resume both exercise and/or sex? I am specifically going to target healing well in order to prevent adhesions... not that "I" really have anything to do with it... I know it is up to God. But as a doctor, you know that I know too much and I just dread the thought of developing adhesions. So, I want to follow all the "rules" and heal well.<br />
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In God's Hands- If you want any info on my PTLS, I will gladly share with you!<br />
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Thanks everyone here for sharing. <br />
It is MUCH appreciated! <br />
</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;"> Posted by 11Needles September 01, 2009 10:40 AM: <br />
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ashtangi,<br />
I would say that I am average, 5ft 6in (although Erica RN would say i am 5ft 5in) <img alt="[Wink]" border="0" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/wink.gif" title="" /> about 130. . . I try to exercise but don't like to. I think I am just lucky. This is my second Major surgery this year (had my thyroid removed in January-nothing wrong with the functionality but had two large nodules in it). I don't take vitamins. . .my diet. . . let me put it this way, there is nothing wrong with eating ice cream for breakfast. . . it has MILK! As far as how I expected to feel. . well I figured I would feel like crap afterward. Surprisingly I feel good. Yes I experiencing some pain but its more of an annoyance than anything and its not constant pain either. Before Essure I was pretty active. . single parent of two boys who play sports I would generally sleep about 2 to 4 hours a night my house was always clean and laundry always done. After essure I pretty much couldn't do anything. I began sleeping about 15 hours didn't want to do anything either. clean house, take kids places, I pretty much became a home-body. </span><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Natural pregnancy is possible after Essure removal, <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2011/dr-berger/essure-removal-can-essure-be-reversed.html">Read Essure reversal patient Michelle's experience</a> proof that all of the above are possible. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-25356336143164962822010-11-11T11:56:00.000-08:002010-11-11T11:56:08.585-08:00Choosing The Most Experienced Tubal Reversal DoctorTubal Reversal Message Board Member, Rajsan04, comes to the board with <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003725.htm">questions and concerns about choosing a tubal reversal doctor</a> with the most experience and financing her reverse tubal procedure. For the most successful tubal reversal surgery, it is important for the doctor to have performed at least 500 tubal reversals and that he or she is reversing tied tubes daily. Dr. Gary Berger has performed over 8000 tubal reversals and Dr. Monteith nearly 1000 reversal procedures. Experience is also an important indicator on whether reversal surgery will be performed if a woman has a difficult situation due to short tubes, missing tubal segments, fimbriectomy, or inherent diseases of the tubes. While most doctors would be unwilling – or unable - to perform a tubal reversal in one of these situations, Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are able to repair the tubes in 98% of cases, regardless of the type of sterilization that has been performed. Dr. Berger pioneered this technique for outpatient tubal reversal surgery and the procedure takes approximately an hour. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is a specialty clinic for tubal ligation reversal and Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are the only doctors in the US who limit their practice specifically to untying tied tubes. This experience has led to the most tubal reversal babies born worldwide.<br />
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Tubal Reversal Surgery or In Vitro Fertilization?<br />
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Is in-vitro fertilization or tubal reversal surgery better after tubes have been tied? Tubal Reversal Message Board Member writes about her experiences while considering IVF and sterilization reversal surgery. She is researching which of the two is the right choice to restore her fertility after her tubal ligation. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center staff and other Tubal Reversal Message Board members offer their support and information. After researching her options, this member writes "We both feel very confident with Dr. Berger and his team." Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are the only doctors in the US who limit their practice specifically to tubal reversal surgery. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is a unique medical facility exclusively for tubal ligation reversal; helping couples from all over the world realize their dream of having children after a tubal sterilization. With their surgical reversal experience tubal reversal can be a better option than IVF for many couples seeking more children after a tubal ligation procedure.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by rajsan04 (Member # 15108) on November 10, 2010 09:11 AM : <br />
Hi, My name is Sandy and my husband and I have been married for 8 years and for the past few years we have been talking about having a baby. He has a daughter from a previous marriage and I have two sons from a previous marriage. We are both 39 and thought this would be the best time before its to late to get a tubal reversal and give it a try. I have my first appointment with an RE yesterday and I'm feeling very discouraged. I was assuming because this RE has many options for pregnancy, such as <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2009/tubal-ligation-reversal/tubal-reversal-vs-ivf-pregnancy-success-comparision.html" target="_blank">IVF</a> , egg donation and tubal reversal, I was expecting him to be very supportive of our decision to have a tubal reversal and to have a child but he didn't sound like it! Before I had any examination he kept going on and on about my age and the risk of getting pregnant at my age. He was pushing me towards IVF (no way we could afford that) Luckily my health insurance covers the tubal reversal 100%, I am a state employee. I told him I'm aware of the risk but I would like to get the tubal. He didn't seem very happy about my decision and said, well lets exam you first..if I don't see many follicles or if they are in bad shape the tubal reversal wont even be an option! He seemed to be full of attitude the entire time and I felt a little uncomfortable to be honest. While my feet was up and ready to be examined, the doctor made the comment "Your kids are grown now, you are out of the woods finally, why would you want to do this all over again? I was completely floored, I couldn't believe I was hearing this coming from someone who was suppose to be encouraging my chances of having another child! I didn't know quite what to say, I just kind of chuckled at his comment and kept quiet. So he starts to exam me, and here comes the problems! He jumps because he sees a polyp on my cervix the size of a walnut, which he removes right away. There was some heavy bleeding after that which he got to stop after about 10 minutes. He gives me the pap smear and pelvic exam, breast exam, then gets me ready for the ultrasound of my ovary's and uterus. The good news is, and at his surprise, I have many healthy cyst and follicles on my left ovary and also saw that I was ovulating! Which I already knew because I test for a surge everyday with OPK. I know that is probably ridiculous since my tubes are tied but I just wanted to see if some of my parts are still working and get use to the idea of checking for it every month when I do get the reversal. When I told him I detected a surge that same day he seemed annoyed that I was even checking! Anyways, here comes another problem! My right ovary has good follicles, not as many as the left ovary but he saw a shadow of some mass inside my right ovary. He looked at me and said, well your just full of surprises aren't you? I was freaking out at this point of course! Come to find out I have a dermoid cyst in my right ovary, those weird ones that contain teeth and hair, sometimes eyes and bone fragments. After the exam and my husband and I are back in his office all of a sudden he seems to be more encouraging about the tubal reversal (because of the shape and amount of follicles I have) but is trying to decide if I should get my cyst removed and tubal at the same time or have 2 separate surgeries. Also, my husband and I had intercourse within a 12 hour period of my exam so he checked for any signs of sperm and not that I had enough bad news to work with, he tells me he didn't see any signs of sperm at ALL. He said there was a possibility the large polyp blocked it from getting to the point he had checked but he would need to get his semen checked before we go any further with anything. So he has an appt. to do that on Friday. Before leaving the doctor told me the tubal reversal surgery was not a walk in the park, I would practically be hanging upside down, blood rushing to my head for 4 hours and pressure put on my diaphragm, which wasn't good for me because I was over weight, so another thing, he suggest I lose at least 60 lbs before I have any surgery performed. I can lose the weight but just very discouraged about everything else, I was not happy when I left there, I was crying all the way home, my husband was driving feeling helpless for me, not sure what to say to me except everything was going to be okay. I get the results of the pap and polyp on Friday. <br />
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The reason I'm talking about all of this is because I'm so discouraged I feel like just giving up now. My husband and I want a child so much. I don't feel very encouraged to continue with all of this. I'm just not sure what to do. My husband wants to go all the way and try all our options. I wanted to try who seems to be very popular with tubal reversals, Dr. Berger in North Carolina, which is very close to me, I am in Virginia, but my insurance wont cover the expenses with him being in a different state, so I have no choice but to use this doctor. There are other <a href="http://doctors.tubal-reversal.net/virginia.htm">RE's in Virginia</a> but further away than he is but I'm willing to drive the distance if I have to. The RE I'm seeing right now has a good track record. He said his tubal reversals are successful but he is worried about the health of my eggs because of my age. I understand he is right in what he is saying but I wasn't very encouraging at all. <br />
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I know this is a lot to digest lol, just need some sort of advice here, not sure what to do, thanks! </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by NJgirlinWI (Member # 12872) on November 10, 2010 09:39 AM : <br />
Hi Sandy, I hope you've had a chance to catch your breath after that difficult office visit. Your age is not a factor but your reproductive health is... I would see what this RE comes back with as far as test results and then contact CHTRC for their opinion. I don't know about other clinics but I was never "hanging upside down" for my TR surgery, LOL! <br />
There is a weight requirement for the surgery, it is based on BMI and you can find the details on this website to see where you fall within the range. <br />
I hope you are able to sort this all out and move ahead with your TR. I promise that the staff at CHTRC will help you every step of the way, they are terrific at what they do!!<br />
Take care and keep us posted </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Hopeful1970 (Member # 14190) on November 10, 2010 09:43 AM : <br />
I wouldn't let him get to you. I am 40 at present and I am currently 31 week pregnant. I also had <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/forum/11.html">PTLS</a> bad and had battled it for 19 years before having my TR done. I just can not begin to tell you how many uncaring doctors I have seen about the problems I was having before my TR. I had talked to a few doctors also about having a TR done before we made up our mind to have it done at CHTRC. If you have it it done I would go with CHTRC no matter the cost. That is their job every day and in my opinon they are the best at what they do. The last doctor that I had seen about having my TR done, before making the drive to NC. Told me that I would need to have a tubal implant done. Meaning that they would have to cut a hole in my uterus and putting the tube into that hole and stetch it in. I told this to Dr. M when he seen me the day of surgery. He told me not to worry and to let him figure that part out during surgery. When I woke up Dr. M said to me I did not need to do the implant and you have really good lengths on your tubes. When I had my surgery done last November. My DH was over seas. Two week after he came home. I got my first and only BFP for now. As I said I would go with the best right off the bat, no matter the cost. And please, please do not let the things that the RE said to you get to you. Most will always always try to push you to what will cost you the most money. Good luck, Sabrina OH yeah, by the way. Dr M didn't have me in surgery long enough to have me hanging up side down for 4 hours. I was in surgery maybe 1 hr and 15 mins before waking up in recovery. So you can chock that up as one lie that that doctor told you. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by ismagirl (Member # 13074) on November 10, 2010 09:51 AM : <br />
i had ivf 2 rounds first round my egg didn't form fully and second round i had 3 grade a embryo implanted and i had a miscarriage. your egg health is going to be the same with ivf or tubal with ivf they give you egg stimulating hormones and if needed after tr you can take clomid to increase your eggs. of course clomid cost 20 and ivf meds hundreds. tr surgery by dr at chapel hill are very easy to have and very easy to heal from so i would be scared to have a tr from a dr who is telling you that you will be hanging upside down blood rushing etc. tr surgery at chapel hill takes about an hour and there really isn't much pain involved. if you can afford to go to chapel hill you should. they take credit cards and have other payment options available. either way i hope everything goes well for you<br />
oh yeh i am almost 37 and i have a 9month old daughter from tr now working on #2 </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by eneitge (Member # 14887) on November 10, 2010 09:53 AM : <br />
Sandy, sweetie, you had an awful experience and I sure feel for you! Maybe you and your husband can look at your finances and find a way for Dr. Berger or Dr. Monteith to do your surgery so you're with someone who is encouraging and helpful. And they don't hang you upside down for four hours either My surgery in June took a little over an hour I believe, and I don't think Dr. Berger had me bat-ways at any point If going to CHTRC and paying out of pocket isn't financially realistic, then please look into the other REs in your insurance coverage availability, this guy sounds like he is not the right person for you if you left feeling hopeless and your husband felt helpless to comfort you. Just my opinion, but you deserve someone who will give you realistic information AND encouragement. Get a second opinion, and a third, and fourth...find the right person for YOU no matter what the distance My husband and I are from WI, and we never questioned going the distance to NC for great care, this was the right fit for us. Good luck hun, hoping you find the right fit for you and your husband soon </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by strawberry (Member # 14961) on November 10, 2010 10:05 AM : <br />
I'm sorry for the experience you had with that RE. I can tell you my surgery did not last 4 hrs. It was under 1hr. No surgery is a picnic so to speak but I did not have any problems. CHTRC took great care of me! They were the only ones I would consider for my TR and I have regrets! Please don't be discouraged! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by rajsan04 (Member # 15108) on November 10, 2010 10:28 AM : <br />
Thanks so much for your encouraging and supportive responses! I'm shocked that none of you were hanging upside down during the surgery lol. He told me several times during our meeting that I would be at an angle (not completely upside down) but enough of an angle that blood would be rushing to my head and pressure on my diaphragm. I forgot to mention that he said DEATH is always a factor in any surgery. I was like geezz! My husband and I can cover the cost for Dr. Berger, we can manage, just thought it was nice we wouldn't have to pay for it and we were lucky enough to have insurance to cover it 100%. But after that experience, I'm not the least bit worried about paying for it. I've wanted to see Dr. Berger or Dr. M before anyone and now I feel like they are the best for the job right now. But what about the Dermoid Cyst that has to be removed from my right ovary? Should I continue with this doctor to at least get the dermoid removed or find someone else to do it? I would like for my insurance company to at least cover the expenses of this surgery. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Julia, RN (Member # 10) on November 10, 2010 11:17 AM : <br />
Dear Rajsan04: We frequently hear from potential patients that a local doctor performs reversals when, in fact, their expertise in in vitro fertilization (IVF). For tubal reversal surgery, it is important for the doctor to have performed at least 500 tubal reversals and that he or she performs this surgery daily. (Dr. Berger has performed over 8000 reversals and Dr. Monteith nearly 1000.) Experience is also an important indicator on whether surgery will be performed if a woman has a difficult situation due to short tubes, missing tubal segments, fimbriectomy, or inherent diseases of the tubes. While most doctors would be unwilling – or unable - to perform a reversal in one of these situations, Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are able to repair the tubes in 98% of cases, regardless of the type of sterilization that has been performed. Pregnancy rates for our patients in your age group average 64%. Dr. Berger pioneered this technique for outpatient tubal reversal surgery and the procedure takes approximately an hour. The majority of patients return to work in 3-5 days and are back to the majority of normal activities within 7 - 10 days. Compare this to the operating and recovery times in other facilities, with less experienced doctors, where surgery takes 3 - 4 hours and patients may spend 2 - 3 nights in the hospital and have a 6 week recovery. Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are the only doctors in the US who limit their practice specifically to tubal reversal surgery only. This means you will be with other women going through the same experience and will have a nurse and your doctor available 24/7 following surgery. I hope this is helpful. We do have a few appointments during November that are available at a discounted fee if you would like to contact me at JuliaS@tubal-reversal.net. Julia S., RN </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by prayingfor3 (Member # 14807) on November 10, 2010 11:38 AM : <br />
Hi Sandy,<br />
I am Heather(37) and live in Marion, Virginia. I had my TR surgery 5/12/10 much against dr advise also. I was told by 2 RE that I was too old and had too many abdominal surgeries 8 Before the tr!<br />
Dr M did my surgery, and he said I was in better shape than he expexcted. As of today I am 10 weeks pregnant. It took only 4 ovulation cycles to conceive little bean. So far so good! <br />
It is hard not to get discouraged but try not to. You do what you feel is best for you and your family. I do recommend CHTRC over any I looked into.<br />
Oh, and if you dh SA is not as good as it should be, try Fertil- Aid ( get it from Babyhopes.com) My hubbys SA was pretty bad 10% motility..but after 6 months on it we were pregnant!!!<br />
Don't give up hope and pray alot. <br />
Baby dust to you and all trying!<br />
Heather </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by rajsan04 (Member # 15108) on November 10, 2010 12:31 PM : <br />
Heather, congrats on your pregnancy! Your story gives me much hope! Thank you for the baby dust and prays, I sure do need it! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Simonsen6 (Member # 10172) on November 10, 2010 02:59 PM : <br />
Dear Rajsan04 <br />
WOW- ur appointment with the RE sounds a lot like how mine went and I too left there crying and feeling so discouraged... except I had already had my TR (by dr berger) before I went there but I was being seen by the RE because of a massive mass on my uterus that they found a month earlier when I had kidney stones... SO the Re is mad that ONE - I had the Tr done by someone else and when he found out it was Dr berger he became a total jerk to me and told me my odds where not good or ever conceiving and <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/category/in-vitro" target="_blank">IVF</a> would be my only hope. TWO- I have had endo my whole life and have had 7 surguries to remove it and this RE questioned if I had "really" ever had endo at all. I have all the symptoms and that was just too much of a red flag that I had been making it up my whole life... Told you he was a Jerk! Then he did the ultra sound and couldn't find the mass, there wasn't one to be found and refered to the Er dr's as stupid and didn't know what they were talking about... the exam he did he told me I was probably perimenopausal and just wasted all this money on a tr - where if I would have went with him he would have pointed me in the rigt direction instead of giving me false hope... <br />
Left there crying - It had been 8 months since my TR and I had also already had an HSG to confirm my tubes were both open.. I emailed dr berger that night with questions and thngs this dr had told me... The funny thng was this RE had once applied for a job with Dr. Berger and I am SO SO SO glad Dr.Berger could see the type of guy this was and for what ever reasons this RE didn't get the job... I think that is why he was such a jerk to me once he found out I had had my Tr done by Dr. Berger. Dr Berger email me back with + thougts and things do and not to stress...... I became PG THAT cycle with my first TR baby!!!!! I am currently 27 1/2 weeks Pg with my second Tr baby.. Don't give up hope and DO NOT let this quack of an RE do your TR. Really you want the best go to Chapel Hill and have Dr. Berger or Dr. Monteith do your TR. This is what they do and teh only thing they do. Did you know for an extra $1,000 you have have them do a lap before the Tr - where they can take care and make sure everything looks good before the Tr? The day of My TR there was one Tr sister the day before that during her TR Dr. Berger noticed she had a hernia and took care of it, the day of my surgery there was another lady after me that also had something like that and he took care of that for her too... Chapel hill is teh only place I would go and know I am truley in good hands... As far as being 39 follow your heart and do whats best for you two... I say GO FOR IT... <br />
DOn't lose faith nor hope! <br />
Lots of Love <br />
Becki </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Julie B., RN (Member # 14875) on November 10, 2010 03:28 PM : <br />
Hi, ladies. It is disheartening to hear that many of you have had what you consider "bad experiences" with various doctors. Health is extremely important, and we should all feel we can talk to and trust the doctors we depend on as a general rule. Of course, I can't speak to your specific situations since I was not there and don't know the doctors. But I can certainly vouch for Dr. Berger and <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/doctor-monteith.htm" target="_blank">Dr. Monteith</a> , as well as for the nurses and staff members here at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. I am very proud to work in an establishment that puts patients first, and has so much emphasis on excellent care and patient safety. As you can see from other comments, the surgeons here are absolutely at the top of their field, and each surgeon does between 12 and 15 tubal reversal surgeries each week. Just to put your fears at rest, Rajsan04, nobody is ever "hanging upside down" during surgery with Dr. Berger or Dr. Monteith. The surgery is quick, there is very little blood loss, and patients recover quickly and are able to go rest in comfort at the hotel (rather than in a hospital). Rasjan04, please note that on the home page of this Web site there is a link that allows you to request a free DVD of Dr. Berger performing tubal reversal surgery. We encourage anybody who is considering TR and has questions about what happens during surgery to click the link and watch your video when it arrives. As you will see in the video, there certainly isn't any hanging upside down! I hope that helps ease any fears you have. Please, for all of you ladies, don't hesitate to keep sharing questions or concerns with us. We want to make your TR journey as smooth as possible. Julie B., RN</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by jacquelynwilliamseid (Member # 14943) on November 10, 2010 09:27 PM : <br />
Hi Sandy my name is Jacque and I am very sorry to hear about the experience that you have had. I also had a very bad experience with RE and OB was told by RE that TR was not really and option for me due to 2 c-sections and having TL over 9 years ago. He told me that I would have too much scar tissue and it would not be very good idea to even consider it. He however was very willing to take my money for <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/2010/tr-successful-904.html" target="_blank">IVF</a> . I also went to a OB in my area that does TR he told me that he would not do the surgery either that scar tissue would be too much and that it was a waste of time that I should have IVF. The thing is that me and my DH just wanted to have the oppurtunity to try to have a child on our own. The problem is that at every turn we felt shut down and like there was no hope. I sit here now having had my TR on September the 14th 2010. I will say this CHTRC gives back hope to thousands of women who have had their hope taken away from them. No one can tell you what is the right decision for you we can only tell you of the experience that we have all had and hope that this helps. Try not to give up or get discouraged. CHTRC has payment plans for saving up for the surgery. I was wondering if the doctor did a FSH test on you to tell you wether or not your eggs were good or not for all you know you could have more eggs than someone younger than you. Try not to give up hope and stay strong. Good luck to you in what ever decision that you choose and I hope that all goes well with you.<br />
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Jacque </span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by rajsan04 (Member # 15108) on November 11, 2010 10:10 AM : <br />
Thank you Jacque and all you ladies for sharing your experiences and encouraging words. My husband and I talked last night for hours. I shared with him your replies to my message and emails. We both feel very confident with <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/dr-bergers-credentials.htm" target="_blank">Dr. Berger</a> and his team. Plus we are only 3 hours away! I also talked with my insurance company and because they do cover the cost of the tubal 100% and we are PPO, that they will reimburse the cost after the TR is done. Which of course is nice, but after what we have been through with the local RE and after hearing your experiences and the encouragement from the staff with Dr. Berger and Dr. M, it wouldnt really matter if we were to be reimburse or not! I am excited and honor to become apart of this journey with the rest of you and to share the bond of wanting this dream to happen for all of us. I will be spending the next 3 to 4 months losing the weight I need to lose. If anything is a motivator, it is this for sure! I look forward to letting all of you know I'm in Chapel Hill and ready to get my TR! Until then you will be in my prayers and thoughts! Love, Sandy </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">Source: <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003725.htm">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003725.htm</a></span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-78918121813012225002010-11-03T15:13:00.000-07:002010-11-06T12:59:42.708-07:00Choosing Where To Have Your Tubal Reversal<a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003718.htm">Women explain why they decided to go to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to have their tubes repaired.</a><br />
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An active topic on the <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/">Tubal Reversal Message board</a> was started by 'WIMom27' who asked other women why they decided to go to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to have their tubes repaired. She gets a lot of responses such as these from 'tammyfromWI' who posts, "I was actually directed to CHTRC thru the UW-Madison's Infertility Clinic. They told me that it was well know all over the U.S and throughout the world. I could have had it done at the UW's clinic but they told me it would cost around $20,000 and have to do an inpatient stay. I talked to them for about five more minutes, came home, researched the website, and then made the call to CHTRC. I scheduled my surgery for 3/24/10. We decided to wait a couple months to TTC and in June started. We did end up with a BFP. It was a keeper. I'm currently 19 weeks pregnant and so happy with my decision to go with them. They do this everyday and know what they are doing." 'Yumenut' writes, "I flew to NC from Moscow Russia to have my surgery at CHTRC on 10/14/10. I don't regret one dime that we spent on the trip or the surgery. You can tell from the message boards and the information on this website that the entire staff cares about every patient." 'ChrisNbrian' follows up with, "I choose Chapel Hill ultimately because that is where my doctor recommended. He said that one of his associates does the TR but Dr Berger is less expensive and has a higher success rate. I just kept hearing my doctors words in my head telling me that reversals are all that CH does and Dr Berger is the best in the business!" In short, if you want the best chance of becoming pregnant after tubal ligation, go to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by WIMom27 (Member # 14187) on November 01, 2010 02:43 PM : <br />
A couple of years ago when I first found CHTRC and started doing my research on TR, I might have already asked this question.... but, I am back to doing my research AGAIN and trying to really get all the info I can to make an informed decision! I am torn between deciding between 2 different TR facilities and just want to know how others made their <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/3/4834.html" target="_blank">decision to use CHTRC</a>? How do you feel about your decision? What factors helped you make that decision? I just want to be absolutely sure I am making the right decision, because I cannot afford the time or money to do this more than once! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by michellela (Member # 14794) on November 01, 2010 02:54 PM : <br />
It would be to my surprise if you were able to find "1" person who didn't have the most upmost respect for the doctors and staff at CHTRC. You will not find any better care at any other facility. If you read on this message board, you will see the amazing stories that have taken place in many of our lives from the moment we left CHTRC a new woman, with the chance to conceive again. Every member of their staff truly cares about your well being and gives you the highest level of care. As you can see, I am a huge fan. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by jtcrazynluv (Member # 11201) on November 01, 2010 02:57 PM : <br />
WImom, I am in the same position as you and I think we're trying to decide between the same places lol! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by faithhopelove3 (Member # 14930) on November 01, 2010 02:58 PM : <br />
WImom27~ the question is~ This other doctor that you found, does he/she only do this surgery every day or do they do other things??? I know I would only want the best doing this surgery and in my opinion CH is the best!!!! I had my surgery on Thursday and feel great!!!! You will not be disappointed by going to CH!!! They really do care!!! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by eneitge (Member # 14887) on November 01, 2010 03:00 PM : <br />
I chose CHTRC because I liked the statistics I saw for success on the site, everything you wanted to know was laid out right there for you, even the hotel and transportation to and from it, no stressful navigating in a foreign land, risking being late or anything else. If you have any questions, the staff are all super friendly, and if they don't have the answer, they get it for you and get back to you that day or the next day. I also like that they use out of office responses on e-mail, so if it's going to take some time to get back to you, you know what day that person will be back. I liked that the doctors' experience in the field was explained on the site, and that the doctors are accessable to the patients, it's not "Please contact my nurse who will talk to me for you." I liked that the payment options were affordable and easy to arrange. Everything you needed to know about before, during, and after was easy to understand, everything they needed was easy to get to them. I have not regretted our decision at all, I have had a few surgeries in my life, all the others locally, and this was, by far, the easiest, and it was done by people I'd never met, in a place I'd never been!! Hope this helps, good luck on making your decision and for a successful procedure!! ~Liz </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by NJgirlinWI (Member # 12872) on November 01, 2010 03:17 PM : <br />
I also live in WI, in Weston (just south of Wausau). We debated because NC was the farthest of the places that we researched but for many reasons, they seemed to be the best choice. My best friend is also a nurse so I asked her opinion. She was so impressed with the details, statistics, pictures, message board and care that was put into the website that she agreed that we should go to CHTRC. TR surgery is ALL that they do there and in my opinion, they have it perfected! After we sent our money, I kept thinking that it was too good to be true. On our drive I thought, what if we get there and it's a vacant lot?! Sure enough it was as wonderful as everyone says. You will not regret it... </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by eneitge (Member # 14887) on November 01, 2010 03:57 PM : <br />
Wow...lots of us WI girls on here!! LOL I'm just north of Eau Claire </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Tanya from VA (Member # 9507) on November 01, 2010 07:18 PM : <br />
I liked so much about CH but it just had the right feel. It came down to CH and a place in Georgia and frankly, CH just felt right. After coming to CH, having my TR and having so much history on the boards - I would tell anyone that this place is second to none. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by chrisNbrian (Member # 12818) on November 01, 2010 09:29 PM : <br />
I'm from Wisconsin too! (Appleton) I choose CH ultimately because that is where my doctor recommended. He said that one of his associates does the TR but Dr Berger is less expensive and has a higher success rate. I did lots of research looking at other places but kept coming back to CH. I just kept hearing my doctors words in my head telling me that reversals are all that CH does and Dr Berger is the best in the business! NJgirlinWI, my husband and I thought what if we show up and there is just this dumpy old run down building with a "doctor" standing at the door waiting to do the surgery. We actually kept joking about it the 2 days before surgery. (we arrived on Saturday and surgery was Monday) Everytime the shuttle took us anywhere or when we went out for a walk we tried to find the trashiest place and say to the other one "yep, that's CH, step right up". I guess we have a weird sense of humor but I really think the joking part kept me from getting too nervous. Once we arrived at the real CHTRC we couldn't have been more pleased. The place was spotless and everyone was super nice. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by tammyfrmWI (Member # 14506) on November 01, 2010 09:58 PM : <br />
I was actually directed to CHTRC thru the UW-Madison's Infertility Clinic. They told me that it was well know all over the U.S and throughout the world. I could have had it done at the UW's clinic but they told me it would cost around $20,000 and have to do an inpatient stay. I talked to them for about five more minutes, came home, researched the website, and then made the call to CHTRC. I scheduled my surgery for 3/24/10. We decided to wait a couple months to TTC and in June started. We did end up with a BFP. It was a keeper. I'm currently 19 weeks pregnant and so happy with my decision to go with them. They do this everyday and know what they are doing. They make you feel at peace with your decision up until you close your eyes for surgery. I understand that everyone goes into this journey with the "what if" questions. I did. That's normal. Not everyone is gonna have the same outcomes. There are negatives along with many positives to it. That's why it's called a journey. I can promise you one thing. You will walk away from CHTRC and be very happy that you did it. I wish you the best of luck in whatever you decide to do!! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by WIMom27 (Member # 14187) on November 01, 2010 11:23 PM : <br />
NJgirlinWI.... WOW... we are practically neighbors! I live only about 35-40 mins. from you, near Shawano! Thank you everyone for your responses. The issue I am having in deciding is that both places I am deciding between are "state of the art" facilities with TR specialists that ONLY perform TR surgeries and have both been doing it for over 30 years! Both places have support groups... but CH's website is definitely more informative and more supportive! I have just been afraid of choosing based solely on a good website..... Thank you for your feedback on your experiences. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by yumenut (Member # 15030) on November 02, 2010 01:50 AM : <br />
WIMom27, I <a href="http://forums-tubal-reversal.blogspot.com/2010/11/choosing-where-to-have-your-tubal.html" target="_blank">flew to NC from Moscow Russia to have my surgery at CHTRC</a> on 10/14/10. I don't regret one dime that we spent on the trip or the surgery. You can tell from the message boards and the information on this website that the entire staff cares about every patient. They think of everything!!! I love the fact that they require you to stay at a certain hotel, which is fantastic, so a nurse can come check on you. If you decide on CHTRC, you won't be disappointed! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by NJgirlinWI (Member # 12872) on November 02, 2010 09:32 AM : <br />
I forgot to mention that in my last post. As you are in the waiting area just before it's "your turn", there are 2 huge maps on the wall. One map is the US and one is the world, seriously! You put your pin into the map indicating where you are from. We were amazed at <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/reversal-surgery-travel.htm" target="_blank">how far women come to have CHTRC do their surgery</a>. My husband stayed at the hotel with our kiddo's and my mom drove up from SC to accompany me. She was skeptical at first but when she saw those maps, her eyes got big and her jaw dropped. For once, my darling (and very opinionated) mother was speechless!! It truly is impressive to see all of those colored pins on those maps. It made me realize just how many families have trusted Dr Berger (and now Dr M) to give them another chance... </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by laurie,CST (Member # 14932) on November 02, 2010 09:53 AM : <br />
This is so true. <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/1/3537.html" target="_blank">CHTRC is the only place that specializes in tubal-reversal</a>. So many people come all over the world to get their tubes reversed. Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith have follow-up statistics on the outcomes of their surgeries and publish them for everyone to see. No other doctor does this or even has this information! The center keeps in touch with each patient over the long term. CHTRC is the most dedicated tubal-reversal in the world. If you want the best results, this is the place you should come to. </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by NJgirlinWI (Member # 12872) on November 02, 2010 01:05 PM : <br />
WIMom27 be sure and keep us posted as to what you decide! Too bad we didn't find eachother sooner, we live so close to eachother that we could have carpooled to CHTRC </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Megan, RN (Member # 14922) on November 03, 2010 09:33 AM : <br />
<a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/category/dr-berger" target="_blank">Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are the only physicians in the country with a practice that is specifically limited to tubal reversal surgery.</a> Reversal surgery is the only procedure we perform here with each doctor performing 2 - 4 reversals daily. We have a high staff/patient ratio with one or two nurses devoted specifically to your care while you are here. All of our nurses have advanced certification in cardiac life support (ACLS) and our anesthesiologists are MD's with board certification in anesthesia. The anesthesiologists are employees here and not anesthesia staff from another hospital or anesthesia service. So everyone here has expertise in caring for and performing reversal surgery. While you are here, you will only be with other women and couples who are here specifically for the same purpose. Please do not hesitate to contact our office with any questions or concerns while making your decision. Megan, RN </span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Tarajo (Member # 15087) on November 03, 2010 01:25 PM : <br />
WIMom27 CHTRC was the 1st center I cam across when I began thinking about a reversal. And at the time didn't think I wanted to travel from Iowa to NC. Then something in me changed. At that point...I have to tell you that I researched, visited, and had phone contact with more then 25 fertility/tubal reversal specialists across the country. At the time we started our search each of those centers/specialist advised me that the cost of the procedure would be $12000-$20000. My husband and I thought to ourselves, if that was the price we were going to have to pay to have another child, then so-be-it. Each of the offices received my surgical reports, took my $150 consultation fee, either scheduled an appointment or called me on the phone. And each one of them crushed my dreams by telling me that since my tubes were burned I really didn\'t't have a chance at conception even after a reversal and that I should go the IVF route. At that point I was very close to having my mind made up on a center in WI, but something in me told me to give CHTRC a call. So I did...and I think from the second I was greeted over the phone my mind was made up. Each time I have called with an issue, my questions and concerns have all been address by the most friendly, knowledgeable, and caring staff in which I have ever encountered. I send over my surgical report and other information, and within an hour received confirmation that regardless of having my tubes burned during the ligation, they saw no reason why I would not have a very successful chance of conception. The very next day I scheduled my surgery and am now exactly 30 days from my surgery date. I am not only anxious for my surgery, but feel like I have already been made a part of a big CHTRC family and can't wait to meet everyone that has contacted me via phone and email. So if I can tell you anything to help you make your decision it is to call and speak with staff as much as you need to before making your desicion. As woman you know what is best for you and will ultimately make the right choice for you and only you! <br />
~Best Wishes~ </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Megan, RN (Member # 14922) on November 03, 2010 03:09 PM : <br />
Another Iowan!! Yay! I just moved from Des Moines in August and came to work at CHTRC. I absolutely think you are making the best decision by coming here. The staff and physicians actually care about their patients and have the most knowledge and experience of anyone in the tubal reversal business! Megan, RN </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by WIMom27 (Member # 14187) on November 03, 2010 10:05 PM : <br />
Thank you for all of your comments everyone... I honestly feel that I have made my decision final to have my TR at CHTRC! I keep hearing from the other center I was looking at about how wonderful their after care is, etc.... but I have yet to see any of their staff participate in their support board like CHTRC does. Not only do the nurses and other staff join in on discussions but I have seen several posts by Dr. M on here as well, which has really impressed me. I think the longer it takes for me to get the money together and get this going the more doubts I tend to have.... then I get those doubts under control.... then start wondering about things again. I do appreciate all of the support on this board and I haven't even scheduled my surgery yet! Hoping that I can at least send in my deposit to open my account within the next couple of weeks! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Koah's mom (Member # 15041) on November 03, 2010 10:30 PM : <br />
WImom, i wish you all the best! I'm in CA and having the hardest time trying to decide on TR and where to go?! I'm almost 41, need to lose 15 pounds, and need to make my decision by Jan 2011, time is ticking away. I love coming onto this site and feeling all of the moms on here, going through the same stuggles as myself! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Koah's mom (Member # 15041) on November 03, 2010 10:30 PM : <br />
WImom, i wish you all the best! I'm in CA and having the hardest time trying to decide on TR and where to go?! I'm almost 41, need to lose 15 pounds, and need to make my decision by Jan 2011, time is ticking away. I love coming onto this site and feeling all of the moms on here, going through the same stuggles as myself! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Julie B., RN (Member # 14875) on November 04, 2010 09:58 AM : <br />
Hi, ladies! I'm so glad to see you all exchanging thoughts and supporting each other as you make the decision to have tubal reversal surgery. As someone who gets to be with the surgeons every day in surgery, I can tell you that you will be in excellent hands if you <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/reversal-surgery-travel.htm" target="_blank">choose to come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center</a>. The expertise of the surgeons and staff is absolutely unparalleled. I'm very proud to be a part of such a special place. Julie B., RN</span> <hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by ALLtiedUP (Member # 13201) on November 04, 2010 10:28 AM : <br />
WImom27, You will not regret having your surgery at CHTRC! I too researched just about every place there was and I just kept coming back to CH. No other place could compare to the statistics and like you said, the support and care shows here on the message board, but just WAIT until you see how you are cared for in person! I don't know which TR center you are talking about and I am not sure what I am allowed to say here, but I considered one b/c it looked so fabulous on their website...at first..and they had a message board yes. But I decided to steer clear of that place. I decided that a lot of effort made to make comparison charts to other TR centers and promises to re-reverse tubes if they become blocked is not a good way to try to reel in business, when <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/9/445.html" target="_blank">CHTRC just has facts and REAL numbers that show their success</a> without having to make cheap shots like that. Does that make sense? That was just how I felt about it. I am pretty sure I know which center you are talking about I hope this helps! Jill<br />
TR 7-19-10<br />
L-8<br />
R-6.5<br />
No regrets!! (tubes are OPEN b/c <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/ptls-relief.htm" target="_blank">PTLS is GONE</a>!) </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by WIMom27 (Member # 14187) on November 04, 2010 06:16 PM : <br />
alltiedup.... I'm pretty sure we are talking about the same other TR center.... and the things you mentioned are part of my reasons for not being sure about that one.... I have kept coming back to CH for several years, because of the support board, the wonderful information, the support from the staff, and the statistics, etc. I think I need to stop 2nd guessing and just go with my gut on this one! Thanks for all the support everyone! Now, if I can just pull together the money... we will be in business! </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Tammylee (Member # 14383) on November 05, 2010 10:59 AM : <br />
Another Wisconsin girl here (Ashland). I was referred to a University Minnesota hospital to do my surgery, for a starting price of $12,000. I had a feeling that it did not cover lab fees, consultations and so forth. Turns out I was right when I called and talked to their financial representative. That made me start looking on the web for alternatives. The thing I was immediately aware of was that I would have to travel across country no matter which place I choose, being that the quiet of northern Wisconsin is quiet for a reason. The <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/dr-berger3.htm" target="_blank">reason I chose Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center</a> was there commitment to their cause. We are what they do. They listen and respond. Right from initial phone questions to panic attacks before surgery, they are there with a gentle hand on your back.<br />
The surgery was simple, the flight back to Minneapolis uneventful. My biggest concern was the 4 hour ride home from airport the day after surgery but with a few pain pills that too was a piece of cake. My baby making skills are not working for me yet, but I am not 25 anymore. There are days when I want to quit(usually CD2, when depression hits) but then by CD10 I am ready to try again.<br />
The only advice I have is to live your life when going through this. Buy those jeans that are on sale, take that little trip, laugh when you can and hold as many babies that are offered to you. Tammy </span><hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Koah's mom (Member # 15041) on November 05, 2010 11:23 AM : <br />
Wow Tammy, what wise words!!! I'm pre TR and so, so, so, worried that it is going to consume my entire soul, as it already has started, even before i've made my final decisionl! I need to remember to LIVE while i am trying to create another life. Thank you!!! <br />
</span>Source: <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003718.htm">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003718.htm</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-14056368088794667852010-10-14T17:24:00.000-07:002010-10-14T17:26:51.956-07:00Why it is best to go to Chapel Hill for Tubal Reversal<a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t005241.htm">Tubal Reversal Patient Explains Her Decision To Have Surgery With Dr. Berger</a>.<br />
'Babymamawannab', a tubal reversal patient writes on the Tubal Reversal Message Board, "I will tell you that when I did my research I was leaning toward Chapel Hill (CH). I called for my op report from my tubal ligation and was informed that my regular ob/gyn also performed this procedure. I immediately scheduled my annual appointment with him and at that appointment discussed TR. He told me that he would do it but he recommended that I go and check out Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center (CHTRC). He said it would be less invasive, no hospital stay thus keeping the cost down and a doctor who only performed this procedure. I never one time mentioned CH even though I had already done my research. I had my TR 4/24/09 and delivered a healthy baby boy exactly 1 year later on 4/24/2010." This post is in response to a new member of the messageboard who is undecided about where to have her tubal reversal performed. Many other patients who have had their tubal reversal surgeries performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center post their opinions on why it is the best place to have tubal ligation reversal done. Staff members also provide helpful information about the world's only Tubal Reversal Center.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Impatient (Member # 5526) on August 28, 2010 12:22 PM : <br />
Can anyone tell me <a href="http://video.tubal-reversal.net/best-tubal-reversal.htm" target="_blank">why it is best to go to Chapel Hill for the reversal</a>? It seems like there are cheaper places and more expensive ones and I just get more and more confused. Impatient in California </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Julia, RN (Member # 10) on August 28, 2010 12:34 PM : <br />
Welcome to the Tubal Reversal Message Board. I am sure you will receive many responses to your question. We do know how confusing it can be to choose a tubal reversal doctor and we are honored when women and couples choose to come here for surgery with Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith. We hope that everyone who comes for surgery at CHTRC will find we have the most experienced tubal reversal doctors and nurses, excellent service, and a strong committment to helping couples have children after a tubal ligation. We are available evenings and weekends 7 days a week to respond to inquiries and to assist our patients. We hope to meet you in the near future. If I can answer questions, please let me know. Julia S.,RN </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Jo Ann01 (Member # 3764) on August 28, 2010 12:47 PM : <br />
Because they are the BEST!! <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal-reversal-doctor.htm" target="_blank">Dr. Berger has done more TR surgeries that anyone in the world</a>. This practice is my ideal of what every medical practice SHOULD be. They think of everything and make sure you are well informed. They care for you as a person, not just a patient. The care and follow up you receive is simply unparalleled. They call at 6 months and one year afterward to check on you. If you have any questions at all 7 days a week you can email and get a reply within hours. I had my TR in 2002 and up to and including my last pregnancy in 2009, I would still email questions and got responses usually within minutes. Their goal is to help you have a successful pregnancy, so your relationship with them does not end when you leave their facility. As long as you need them they are there. You cannot go wrong choosing CHTRC! HTH, Jo Ann<br />
2 TR babies </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by ALLtiedUP (Member # 13201) on August 28, 2010 10:09 PM : <br />
CHTRC is hands down the BEST!! I researched for 2+ years and have 3 TR "places" in surrounding states to me or I could have gone to 2 surgeons (including my OBGYN) that could have performed the surgery for me in a nearby hospital. None of them could stand up to Chapel Hill! The most important thing for us was 1. Who has been performing these surgeries the longest? 2. Type of Facility 3. Type of Procedure to repair (I did NOT want laparascopic procedure done. Yes, it is easier to recover from, but I did not want sloppy surgery done through the view of a camera! That could mean blocked tubes! 4. Cost After lots of research, I always came back here. Dr. B and Dr. M ONLY do reversals, so it felt good knowing their entire job is dedicated to these surgeries. They are doing them every day. I didn't want a guy that does them twice a year. It seemed that the facilities I saw that were cheaper just couldn't produce good statitics or even show expertise, or worse, it would be laparoscopic. I was just in Chapel Hill with my DH in July and we had the best experience! The PP is right, other medical practices SHOULD be run like CHTRC. It is a well oiled machine filled with people who love their job and take top notch care of you from the first phone call until long after your surgery! They are AMAZING!!! No regrets!! Jill </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by jamilah3 (Member # 14711) on August 28, 2010 11:32 PM : <br />
i dont think you will ever find a better place. when you want another child you have to make sure you go to the best.i wouldnt of went anywhere else even if it was half price and next door to my house! just the follow up care is worth the money. none of my other doctors have a message board for support, nor will they answer questions even a year or two after surgery or look over records from other DR's for free.<br />
i thank god every day for Dr berger and his staff when i look a my daughter. </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by RebeccaF (Member # 14841) on August 29, 2010 09:18 AM : <br />
Hi Impatient. I couldn't agree more with what the others have said. My DF had the same reservations as you do. He even refered to CH as the "Walmart of Surgery Centers". LOL! When I met with my regular OB/GYN and told him what I was planning, the first thing he said to me was go some place that does this type of surgery a lot. No other doctors perform 4-6 TR's every day 4 days a week. I figure they have probably seen it all. Also, in reading earlier posts, I discovered that the doctors here have "gone beyond the call of duty" during operations. Several women wrote about the doctors finding fibroids and removing them at no extra charge. Would any doctor do that? I don't want to take that chance. Back to my DF, once he looked over the web site, he was 100% on board to go to CH as well. We likely only get one chance at TR, and I wouldn't go anywhere else. Good luck to you. </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Tanya from VA (Member # 9507) on August 29, 2010 09:35 AM : <br />
Impatient - Simply stated - CH has the most experience performing tubal reversal surgery that any other place. The price is more that reasonable and the center itself is wonderful. Dr.Berger was nothing but straight-forward with my husband and I, and the surgery was exactly what was promised. The nursing staff is EXCEPTIONAL. I received terrific care before and after the surgery, and during the entire year I was ttc I received immediate response from the nursing staff and Dr. Berger himself. The center is clean and professional. The message board provides an excellent source of knowledge and support from ladies that are all over the spectrum trying to conceive. These ladies are THE BEST. It's important to know there is no guarantee - some ladies do not get pg after this surgery. I have many friends that have not been successful and I think it's crucial to understand that other factors can and do affect fertility after TR. No matter how fertile you were before, it may be a very different experience afterward. However, I believe that CH gave me the best chance to be successful naturally after my surgery since my dh and I didn't want nor could we afford IVF. Of course, I'm also a success story with a 2 year old TR baby named Carly. I know it would never have been possible without my reversal and Dr.Berger did an exceptional job. My OB told me after my c-section that my tubes looked completely "untouched" and whoever had done the work was a true genius. My dh was skeptical as well. He didn't like the idea of paying a doctor we never met or seen before, but after watching the DVD we ordered it felt a lot more "real" for both of us. After the consult my dh felt confident it would work for us. I can't say that the other centers are any better or worse that CH, but I know I picked the most experienced and professional center, and I feel one of the reasons I'm looking at my own <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/" target="_blank">TR baby</a> is the skill and care of <a href="http://video.tubal-reversal.net/tubal-reversal-dr-berger.htm" target="_blank">Dr. Berger</a>. I still visit this board after 4 years. I'm no longer ttc - our family is complete - but the friendships and connections I have here at CH are forever. Best of luck!! Tanya<br />
TR 9-7-06<br />
Carly 5-13-08 </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by AnitaA68 (Member # 8709) on August 30, 2010 06:35 AM : <br />
I agree with PPs. I did call a local doctor who did TRs, but the staff was unable to answer my questions. They didn't know how many TRs he had performed, but they did say he didn't do many. They had no statistics. They didn't have any pregnancy rate quotes. These stats can be skewed because people don't follow up, but I liked having them available. Most importantly for me, it had to feel right, and CH did. </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Matt, ST (Member # 7398) on August 30, 2010 07:50 AM : <br />
Welcome to the Tubal Reversal Message Board, Impatient in California. Some great <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/1/3691.html" target="_blank">reasons to choose Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center</a> are the following. Dr. Berger has successfully performed over 8,000 tubal reversals, more than any other Dr. He has pioneered and improved over the years the micro surgical outpatient surgery. Also we keep an updated pregnancy database so that you can see our <a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/pregnancy-rates-by-age-and-tubal-ligation-method.html" target="_blank">pregnancy success statistics</a>. I hope this has helped you in your decision and I hope to see you here with us soon.<br />
Matt Murphy,ST</span> <br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by adoringheaven (Member # 14472) on September 28, 2010 02:13 PM : <br />
Impatient- I'm also from <a href="http://search.atomz.com/search/?sp-q=California&sp-a=sp100235ea" target="_blank">California</a> and it was the best decision I have ever made in my life. Yes it is a distance but a very worth it experience on my behalf as well as the other ladies that have had their surgery at CHTRC. My Husband tried to convince me to go elsewhere, like San Diego, Beverly Hills, and what not. After intense research I have found that CHTRC is the world's only premier <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubalreversal.htm" target="_blank">center that only specializes in just Tubal Reversal</a>. So I asked myself. Do I just want to go anywhere and have the surgery performed or do I want someone that just specializes in just that? After finding CHTRC I was convinced that this was the place for me with no doubt. I then contacted CHTRC and spoke to the staff and said honey, we are flying to CHTRC. With no hesitation we were on our way. Had my surgery with DR.M On May 10, 2010. We are now just starting to TTC. Since my surgery I have found myself being an advocate for all woman who have had a tubal ligation and inform them that they are not alone on all the symptoms that they have because of the decision they made to have a TL performed. I let them know that there are 2 very well specialized Doctors at CHTRC that gives us the opportunity to have another bundle of joy in our arms. </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by Anne H. (Member # 14184) on September 28, 2010 04:03 PM : <br />
Dear Impatient, We have two doctors who are <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/" target="_blank">specialists in Tubal Reversal</a>. It is done on as outpatient surgery...a 3 day committment and 2 or 3 night stay in a local hotel. They restore women's fertility in 98% of their cases. Women come here from ALL over the world! This one of the few places left that when you call you actually talk to a real person! As Julia said, we are available to you 7 days a week! We look forward to helping you start your journey. Anne</span> <br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by babymamawannab (Member # 13465) on October 02, 2010 02:53 PM : <br />
I will tell you that when I did my research I was leaning toward CH. I called for my op report from my tubal ligation and was informed that my regular ob/gyn also performed this procedure. I immediately scheduled my annual appointment with him and at that appointment discussed TR. He told me that he would do it but he recommended that I go and check out <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/" target="_blank">CHTRC</a>. He said it would be less invasive, no hospital stay thus keeping the cost down and a doctor who only performed this procedure. I never one time mentioned CH even though I had already done my research. I had my TR 4/24/09 and delivered a healthy baby boy exactly 1 year later on 4/24/2010. </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by babymamawannab (Member # 13465) on October 02, 2010 02:56 PM : <br />
I should also say that my ob/gyn told me that the day <a href="http://drbergertubal.com/" target="_blank">Dr. Berger</a> no longer did this procedure would be a sad day for women everywhere. That was enough for me. </span><br />
<hr /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Posted by prayingmiracle (Member # 14634) on October 09, 2010 12:42 AM : <br />
Hi Impatient, I did go somewhere else because it was cheaper. Biggest mistake of my life. Both tubes are blocked and now I am going t</span>o<span style="font-size: x-small;"> Chapel Hill for my re-reversal in March. Susan</span>.<br />
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Source:<br />
<a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t005241.htm">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t005241.htm</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-41175869294145997222010-02-24T15:42:00.000-08:002010-02-24T15:47:10.671-08:00Thanks to Dr. Berger for My Tubal Reversal Baby<p>Jennifer M. posts this message on the Tubal Reversal Message Board, "I cannot thank you all enough for the amazing work that you do. I delivered my second tubal reversal baby, a precious little girl. Miss Sophia Jeanne joins her three older brothers and my first TR baby, her older sister Olivia Jane, to make five children total for my husband and myself. Without the work that you all do I would never have been able to conceive my girls and truly feel like my family is complete. They are such an amazing addition to our family that none of us can imagine not having them. I know that you hear thank you often, and please know that they are all sincere. You all are extremely special in the work that you do because you not only heal your patients physical symptoms, but you all help to make dreams come true. How many other doctors can say that. Thank you, thank you, thank you for helping me make my dreams come true."<br /> <br />This is topic <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/5/31683.html">Dr. B I cannot thank you enough!</a></strong> from the forum <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/forum/5.html">After Tubal Reversal</a> at the <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi">Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>:</p> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>georgiamom</strong> (Member # 11089) February 21, 2010 12:02 AM:<br /> <br />Dr. Berger and the whole CHTRC Staff,<br />I cannot thank you all enough for the amazing work that you do. This past Monday, February 15 I delivered my second TR baby, a precious little girl. Miss Sophia Jeanne joins her three older brothers and my first TR baby, her older sister Olivia Jane to make five children total for my husband and myself. Without the work that you all do I would never have been able to concieve my girls and truly feel like my family is complete. They are such an amazing addition to our family that none of us can imagine not having them. I know that you hear thank you often, and please know that they are all sincere. You all are extremely special in the work that you do because you not only heal your patients physical symptoms, but you all help to make dreams come true. How many other doctors can say that. Thank you, thank you, thank you for helping me make my dreams come true.<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Jennifer M. 36<br />TL 08/1994<br />TR 06/2007<br />DH 41<br />DS 19<br />DS 16<br />DS 15<br />DD 16 months TR Baby #1<br />DD 6 days TR Baby #2<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/cgi-bin/album.pl?photo=georgiamom/sophie_005.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/album/georgiamom/berger-baby-thmb_sophie_005.jpg" border="0" height="67" width="100" /></a> <a href="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/cgi-bin/album.pl?photo=georgiamom/sophie_010.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/album/georgiamom/berger-baby-thmb_sophie_010.jpg" border="0" height="67" width="100" /></a> <a href="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/cgi-bin/album.pl?photo=georgiamom/sophie_032.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/album/georgiamom/berger-baby-thmb_sophie_032.jpg" border="0" height="67" width="100" /></a> <a href="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/cgi-bin/album.pl?photo=georgiamom/sophie_034.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.tubalreversal-images.com/album/georgiamom/berger-baby-thmb_sophie_034.jpg" border="0" height="67" width="100" /></a></span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>TulipGarden</strong> (Member # 13451) February 21, 2010 02:24 AM:<br /> <br />Jennifer, could Sophie be any cuter?? Congrats on your beautiful new baby girl.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>AnitaA68</strong> (Member # 8709) February 21, 2010 08:07 AM:<br /> <br />Oh Jen, she'e precious. Congrats and enjoy!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>MeganORMatt</strong> (Member # 13867) February 21, 2010 08:43 AM:<br /> <br />Jen-CONGRATS! She looks so soft and cuddly! I can't wait for my TR (next Monday! OMG!)<br /><br />She is a true miracle!!! Thank you for sharing her beautiful first pics :*) </span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Gary S Berger MD</strong> (Member # 3) February 21, 2010 09:04 AM:<br /> <br />Thank you, Jennifer, for your post and Sofie's lovely pictures. She is a beauty! This is what makes our work so enjoyable and fulfilling.<br /><img alt="[CHTRC]" title="" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/logo.gif" border="0" /></span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Tanya from VA</strong> (Member # 9507) February 21, 2010 09:30 AM:<br /> <br />She's adorable! Another beautiful Berger baby. <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /></span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>MHart74</strong> (Member # 13295) February 21, 2010 10:15 AM:<br />Congratulations! She's beautiful!! <img alt="[celebration]" title="" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/celeb.gif" border="0" /></span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>paprika0601</strong> (Member # 13773) February 21, 2010 12:44 PM:<br /> <br />She is so beautiful.... I know the other kids are on cloud nine. Mine can hardly wait<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>shareekhot2 /airforce wife</strong> (Member # 13874)February 21, 2010 09:08 PM:<br /> <br />Both Girl's are just gorgeous , stories likes these gives much hope to us that are looking forward to having our TR ,thanks<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Myrna</strong> (Member # 11121) February 22, 2010 11:09 AM:<br /> <br />Jennifer, your babies are beautiful, thank you for sharing the pictures with us.<br /><br />Myrna<br />CHSC<br /><img alt="[CHTRC]" title="" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/logo.gif" border="0" /></span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Simonsen6</strong> (Member # 10172) February 22, 2010 05:00 PM:<br /> <br />Jen congrats!!!!<br />I am SO SO SO happy for you the girls are beautiful... I was pg with you with Olivia and look you already have Tr baby 2... I am SO trying to get there too...<br />5 children- what a true blessing!!!!<br /><br />Great pictures!!!<br /><br />Lots of Love,<br />Becki </span><br /><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Webmaster</strong> (Member # 1) February 22, 2010 05:42 PM:<br /> <br />Congratulations Jennifer, I have posted you words on our testimonial pages:<br /><br /><a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/2010/my-second-tr-baby-908.html" target="_blank">My Second TR Baby - Testimonial #908</a><br />"Dr. Berger and the whole CHRTC staff - This past Monday, February 15 I delivered my second TR baby. Without the work that you all do I would never have been able to conceive my girls and truly feel like my family is complete."<br /><img alt="[CHTRC]" title="" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/logo.gif" border="0" /></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-65357935224177143132010-02-15T15:27:00.000-08:002010-02-15T16:55:10.604-08:00Contact the Tubal Reversal Experts<p>Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center takes pride in its tubal reversal doctors and staff. When patients call 919-968-4656 they can be sure they are getting the most complete and accurate information about reversing tubal ligation. Tubal reversal doctors and nurses are accessible 7 days a week to address any questions, concerns, or issues. When looking into tubal reversal surgery, you might as well go to the experts for the best information.</p>This is topic <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/6/4226.html"><strong>The best medical office and staff</strong></a> in forum <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/forum/6.html">New Message Board Members</a></strong> at <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/">Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.</strong> <span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><br />Posted by <strong>Anderson16</strong> February 11, 2010 09:06 PM:<br />I wanted you to know that my experience to your office has been nothing short of excellent. Your staff and the office itself all excellent. From your web site, and the information available for your potential and current patients. To the patient care that is offered throughout the whole experience, all excellent. I will keep in touch. Please post this as <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/patient-satisfaction-messages/">another satisfied patient</a>. From the lady with a heart shaped ovary.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>shareekhot2 /airforce wife</strong> February 12, 2010 09:33 PM:<br />It's good 2 hear every 1's good experience I'm sure mine will be great also , Lots of baby dust<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>Jo Ann01</strong> February 13, 2010 11:51 AM:<br />She is SO right! And the excellence continues long after you leave their building. I had my TR in 2002 and every time I have emailed Dr. B or a nurse, I have a reply with minutes. Literally, within minutes. I have 2 TR babies and have had 2 m/c in the last almost 8 years. I have had 100% complete support from them any time I needed it. This is truly an EXCEPTIONAL practice. This should be the standard for all medical care! Jo Ann<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>Chloe O, RN</strong> February 13, 2010 02:02 PM:<br />Thank you ladies! We take great pride in providing all of our past, present, and future patients with the best possible service and patient care from the minute they call our office to long after their reversal surgery. Chloe, RN<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>hopes n dreams</strong> February 14, 2010 11:09 AM:<br />I am looking forward to meeting the staff on April 5 !!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>Ericka P</strong> February 14, 2010 11:15 AM:<br />Thank you for all your kind words! As Chloe stated, we take great pride in making your visit a wonderful experience. We've enjoyed meeting all of our previous patients and look forward to meeting all of you that are scheduled and those that will be scheduling in the future! Ericka P.<br /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>Kathy, ST</strong> February 15, 2010 08:07 AM:<br />It's nice to hear from patients who have had a positive TR experience here at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. We strive for that goal. Thank you for your comment. Please keep us posted on how you are doing. Kathy<br /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by <strong>Mrsanxious</strong> February 15, 2010 09:00 AM:<br />I second that . I had my TR on 2/11/10 and the experience has been wonderful. This has truly been a stress free journey. I would like to thank everyone for their professionalism.<br /><br /></span><br /><a href="http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9q790_chapel-hill-tubal-reversal-center-s_people">The Tubal Reversal Center at Chapel Hill </a><br />In this video Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center (www.tubal-reversal.net) nurses and doctors explain their how they help make reversal tubal ligation safe, comfortable, and successful for women wanting another baby after tubal ligation. Each staff member has expertise in caring for and performing outpatient tubal reversals. The tubal reversal doctors and nurses provide the most safe, personalized, and successful outcome for tubal ligation reversal patients.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-51634512213646649112009-12-16T15:57:00.000-08:002009-12-16T16:32:35.074-08:00Pregnancy success can happen after tied tubes are untiedTubal Reversal Message Board members discuss testing for pregnancy after <a href="http://video.tubal-reversal.net/tubal-reversal-dr-berger.htm">outpatient tubal ligation reversal surgery</a>. One tube reversal patient had her menstrual period, but found out a few days later she was actually pregnant. Another sterilization reversal patient had a very faint line two days in a row and confirmed a positive pregnancy after tubes reversed by having a blood test at her doctor's office. Pregnancy success can happen after tied tubes are untied!<br /><br />This is topic <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/5/31257.html">Not sure how to take this BFP!</a></strong> in forum <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/forum/5.html">After Tubal Reversal</a></strong> at <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/">Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.</strong><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>bpmommyof5</strong><br />Well ladies, my Af was almost two days lat but showed up on Dec 3rd. I started having CM thick on Friday cd8 so I tested for ovulation came back positive. Sunday still continuing with thick cm went to church was there 30 minutes and began to get hot and sick at my stomach 5 minutes later was n the bathroom throwing up. Threw up twice then left church went home and threw up again. Took some phenergan and slept most of day. Woke up this morning got ready for my <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2008/tubal-reversal-surgery/hsg-after-tubal-reversal.html">HSG test</a> . Took a HPT not sure why just did. Came back positive! went to test told DR she ordered a HCG went home took 3 more HPT all had faint pink lines. Still waiting for test results had DH pee tested ( no faint pink line) So I knew I was pregnant but now need the numbers. Numbers came back @ 40. So if i calculated correct I would be 24 past ovulation! Do these numbers seem low to anyone? I also am cramping so worried! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>paprika0601</strong><br />I wish none of us worried as much as we do, and I find it almost funny that we are the first ones to say "try not to worry" but worried our little heads off. I've seen lower numbers and <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/tubal-reversal-testimonies/successful-tubal-reversal-pregnancy-599.htm">successful tubal reversal pregnancies</a> . I cramped up until my 13th week. I worried until I quit cramping. I hope that makes you feel better and maybe worry a little less. Lets wait and see how your numbers do the 2nd and 3rd draw. Good luck. I will be praying for you </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>AngieMP</strong><br />My first number was 44. I am a little confused though .. <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/message-board-abbreviations.htm">AF</a> showed on Dec 3? Or do you mean Nov 3? Dec 3 would only make you CD 13 .. and many don't even ovulate by CD 13. Maybe I am reading it wrong .. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>in-Gods-hands</strong><br />I wish you all the best. It is known that some ladies can O right after AF. So there is a chance you are just very early. What ever is going on I hope you get answers. Hang in there. Miranda </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Abby C</strong><br />I honestly can say I was one that did not worry. I took a HPT once AF didn't show up. It was a very faint line (barely visible). Took another the next day with FMU and the same result. I called the doctor and went to have BW. My <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/hcg-pregnancy-calculator-graph.php">HCG</a> was 72 then the second draw it was 225. I never had another draw and went in for US at 6 weeks and everything was right where it was supposed to be.<br /><br />As long as your numbers are doubling it doesn't matter where it starts out at. If you read the back of the HPT box it will tell you also that you are more likely to get a - result when you are actually pregnant than you are to get a + result when you aren't. Relax and keep breathing!!! </span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>cdb</strong><br />Congrats to you! I couldn't be happier if it were me! I mean that. I think going through this <a href="http://video.tubal-reversal.net/beckys-tubal-reversal-journey.htm">tubal reversal journey</a> together makes this so much more special. We had our surgeries the same day and have grown closer and closer since then. Like I told you last night, just be excited!! I know it is hard but this is great news! I love you girl!!<br /><br />diane </span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Jo Ann01</strong><br />Congrats! I hope that everything works out great for you - however.... You are right, if you really are 24 DPO than the number is low. I wonder if you didn't ovulate later that you thought? You know a OPK will react as a +++ if it detects hcg in your urine. It happened to me.<br /><br />AF was a day late and I tested and got a BFN. AF arrived the next day. But my bb's stayed swollen and AF was very short and light. At around CD 9 I felt right sided and rectal pain. It went away after one day. Then it came back very lightly. I used an OPK on what I thought was CD14 on the new cycle and it was +++. Then 2 days later I started bleeding again this odd purplish blood.<br /><br />I went in for a blood draw and my level was 120. They did an u/s and found my right tube was swollen huge. They admitted me to the hospital and checked my level the next morning - it had dropped to 84. They sent me home and I continued to bleed and watch my numbers down to zero.<br /><br />The right sided pain continued and they finally removed my tube 6 weeks later. It was sealed on both ends and full of old blood.<br /><br />(9 months later I got pregnant again with my one tube left and my son is 13 weeks old)<br /><br />I am not trying to scare you or discourage you, but the reality is that you are right to be cautious. I hope that you ovulated later than you thought and that your numbers will rise and everything will be fine. But I have had 2 <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/search.php?tubal_reversal=tr+babies">TR babies</a> and 2 m/c since my TR, so I know firsthand that it doesn't always work out.<br /><br />Please be aware of symptoms of an <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2008/case-study/ectopic-pregnancy-tubal-rupture.html">ectopic pregnancy</a> and go to the doc ASAP if you have any.<br /><br />I really hope this is your keeper!<br /><br />Jo Ann </span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>HeWants2BeADaddy</strong><br /> <br />Diane is so right... we have been on this <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/search.php?tubal_reversal=journey">journey</a> together for months before out TR and everyday since. Your BFP is our BFP... I do have to say I am not as good a person as Diane lol, when I heard about your BFP I got so anxious to finally see one myself, but yes I am thrilled for you and DH. You both mean the world to us. The best news thus far is that you can get pregnant... and it gives us hope! Here's to the 8-3-09 <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/tubal-reversal-baby-testimonials/tr-sisters-568.htm">TR sisters</a> and a happy and healthy nine months for you Beverly.<br />Love,<br />Neva </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>HeWants2BeADaddy</strong><br />I am waiting by the phone for your call Beverly, and just want you to know that I love you and Tony! We are praying for you sticky bean <img alt="[Kiss]" title="" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/kiss.gif" border="0" /><br /><br />Love, Sam & Neva </span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>bpmommyof5</strong><br />Well got my second hcg draw back this afternoon. Wasn't good they went from 40 to 52 in 48 hrs. The dr is thinking ectopic. But I will go again friday for a 3rd draw to see if the hcg numbers will double.<br />I'm really sad but trying to stay hopeful! I have been praying for a baby for xmas for months! I really thought my prayers were answered and I was getting my baby! I guess god must have other plans for me! </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-8229205357842258652009-12-09T15:25:00.000-08:002009-12-10T15:22:50.944-08:00Fallopian Tube Lengths after Tubal SurgeryThe fallopian tube lengths remaining after a tubal ligation procedure are important determinants of the chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal surgery. (Normal <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal_ligation_fallopian_tube.htm">fallopian tube</a> length before a tubal ligation is approximately 10 cm or 4 inches.)<br /><br /><p>Tubal segment lengths are measured routinely during surgery at <a title="New knowledge about the fallopian tube has come from observations during surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center." href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/">Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center</a>. The average length of the two fallopian tubes after repair was correlated with the likelihood of pregnancy after tubal reversal (Table 6). Women with longer tubal lengths had higher pregnancy rates than women with shorter lengths following tubal reversal. Women with tubal lengths of 7.5 cm or longer had a pregnancy rate of 77%. The pregnancy rate declined as tubal length decreased, but even women with the shortest tubes (less than 2.5 cm) became pregnant (38%). Although previously unreported in the medical literature, it became apparent during this study that a repaired fallopian tube of <strong><em>any</em></strong> length can result in pregnancy. Based on reports by women with only 1 fallopian tube, we now know that tubal lengths as short as 1 cm can result in a normal pregnancy.</p><table style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 20px" cellpadding="5" align="center" summary="Longer tubal lengths after tubal ligation reversal result in higher pregnancy rates than shorter tubal lengths." border="1"><caption><strong>Table 6. Pregnancy Rates by Tubal Length (cm)</strong><br /></caption><tbody><tr><td><strong>Length</strong></td><td><strong>Total Women</strong></td><td><strong>Pregnant (No.)</strong></td><td><strong>Pregnant (%)</strong></td></tr><tr><td>7.5+</td><td align="middle">469</td><td align="middle">362</td><td align="middle">77%</td></tr><tr><td>5.0-7.4</td><td align="middle">2826</td><td align="middle">1966</td><td align="middle">70%</td></tr><tr><td>2.5-4.9</td><td align="middle">1602</td><td align="middle">920</td><td align="middle">57%</td></tr><tr><td><2.5</td><td align="middle">112</td><td align="middle">42</td><td align="middle">38%</td></tr></tbody></table>This is topic <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/5/31214.html">The Tubes</a></strong> in forum <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/forum/5.html">After Tubal Reversal</a></strong> at <strong><a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/">Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.</strong><br /><br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>31plumber</strong><br /><br />Hello everyone. I was wondering how much does the <a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-pregnancy_rates-tubal-lengths.html" target="_blank">tubal length</a> ; after TR, have to do with your <a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/pregnancy-rates-by-age-and-tubal-ligation-method.html" target="_blank">chances of pregnancy</a> ? I have pretty good length tubes, but don't want to get to excited, if it really doesn't matter at all.<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>Ericka P</strong>.<br /><br />Dear 31plumber,<br /><br />The fallopian tube lengths remaining after a tubal ligation procedure are important determinants of the chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal surgery. For additional information, please click on the following link: <a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-pregnancy_rates-tubal-lengths.html" target="_blank">http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-pregnancy_rates-tubal-lengths.html</a><br /><br />Hope this helps!<br /><br />Ericka P.<br /><img title="" alt="[CHTRC]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/logo.gif" border="0" /><br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>31plumber</strong><br /><br />Thank you so much Erika...I can't believe I missed that (thought I researched the whole site). Thanx much<br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>motherbug</strong><br />This post made me even more depressed. I never saw this stat board. Wish I didn't know....oh well. <img title="" alt="[Frown]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/frown.gif" border="0" /><br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>GodisGood68</strong><br />motherbug, please don't be depressed, there are women that have 1cm tubes or even just one tube which was repairable at 1cm and still got <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/message-board-abbreviations.htm" target="_blank">BFP</a> . Nothing is impossible with God! Be Blessed! <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /><br /><img title="" alt="[Love]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/hearts.gif" border="0" /> Roslyn<br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>TulipGarden</strong><br /><br />Think of it like this, even though I know it's hard. I have 2cm both sides, there is more <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/pregnancy/another-chance-543.htm" target="_blank">chance</a> than there was before the <a href="http://testimonials.tubal-reversal.net/testimonials/tubal_reversal_testimonial_320.htm" target="_blank">tubal reversal</a> ! <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /> A chance is a chance, so stay hopeful motherbug.<br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>motherbug</strong><br />OH. LOL! I know.....I was just having a moment....I guess I never really expected to be left with such short tubes....it shocked me when <a href="http://video.tubal-reversal.net/dr-monteith-tubal-surgeon.htm" target="_blank">Dr. Monteith</a> told me after the surgery....and I know I have a lot to be thankful for....sorry to sound ungrateful....I just get moody sometimes. I never really thought About how stressful ttc can be escpecially when you have tubal issues. Thanks for the kinds words.....<br /><hr /><br />Posted by <strong>GodisGood68</strong><br /><br />Girl, we all have those days, before or <a href="http://video.tubal-reversal.net/what-to-expect-after-tubal-ligation-reversal.htm" target="_blank">after tubal reversal</a> . WE ARE WOMEN!!! That's our genetic make-up, LOL!!! That is what we are here for, to support one another. Baby dust to you!!!!<br /><img title="" alt="[Love]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/graemlins/hearts.gif" border="0" /> RoslynAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-10273605190026349122009-12-07T11:36:00.000-08:002009-12-07T12:09:37.198-08:00Questions about Tubal Reversal SurgeryMany people contact Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center seeking information about tubal ligation reversals with Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith. Their most frequent questions are about success rates, pregnancy rates, the procedure and recovery, cost and insurance, risks and alternatives. The Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center website provides answers to these questions and the interactive Tubal Reversal Message Board provides an additional source of support that women who want to restore their fertility after a previous sterilization can go to communicate with other women who have had their tubes untied or are preparing to have reverse tubal ligations.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/topic/1/3614.html">TTC over 40</a> in forum <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/forum/1.html">Questions about Tubal Reversal</a> at <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/">Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<hr /><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by WIMom27<br />Hello ladies.... I have been doing all my homework, have been to visit several Dr's looking for the right one, have read and read and read about TR, TTC, statistics, risks, etc. BUT.... I want to hear from REAL women over 40 about your successes or failures with TTC, BFP, and what your pregancies were like. I am 41 and am getting concerned about the whole process. The doctors like to point out all the negatives, of course. I know the risks are high for chromosome issues, low pregnancy rates, etc. I just really need to hear some information from those of you who have been through this process.<br /><hr />Posted by Momzilla<br />Well, my experience was actually pre-TL but I had an OOPS baby (#3) delivered when I was 40 and it was my longest gestation, easiest C-Section and quickest recovery ...40 is the new 30 you know...I have a friend who had baby #3 at 44 and had zero issues getting pregnant or delivering..There is hope! Tracy<br /><hr />Posted by Jen G.<br />WImom: Thanks for asking for some positive information. You're right. Most of what you get when you're over 40 is gloom and doom. I'm not saying it's going to be easy, and I've seen more than a few over 40s on these boards have to deal with tragic losses but we have to remain positive. Momzilla gives us just one example of an over 40 success story. There are many others. Someone suggested that I check out the Pregnant at 40 message board on ivillage. Those ladies are inspirational. I wish you all the luck. I know I've seen your display name before. Have you had TR yet? I'm hoping for Feb. Then it's GAME ON!<br /><hr />Posted by GodisGood68<br />I'm 41 and I'm getting my TR Dec 29th. I'm very excited and looking forward to a quick BFP. I'm not concerned about the age factor. I got my FSH and it was a great number. As long as your ovulating and the eggs have been tested and they are in good shape, you shouldn't have a problem with a BFP. I wish you all the best in your TR journey. I'm looking forward to BDing after the TR.<br />[Love] Roslyn<br /><hr />Posted by AnitaA68<br />Roslyn, best wishes on that quick BFP.<br />Unfortunately, even though lab results show your ovarian reserve may be good, that doesn't always mean a quick BFP. There is no way to tell the condition of your eggs. Age is sadly a big factor, and fertility does greatly decline after 35. Believe me, I know. I had my TR at 37 and tried for two years to get a BFP, with none to be seen, before I went to an RE. So, please be agressive with TTC and don't wait too long. I do not mean to be negative, I'm just encouraging you to be proactive.<br />I was worried that the pregnancy would be hard on me, but it was actually the easiest.<br /><hr />Posted by WIMom27<br />Thank you ladies! No, I have not had my TR yet. I am still trying to get the money together, which is proving to be more difficult that I originally planned! I am also still hoping for Feb, but will more likely be March or April<br />Posted by caroljean776<br />WIMom.. come join us in the Over 35 TTC thread... I am 43 and we are all ladies of "Advanced Maternal Age" TTC. We can put you on our "Waiting" list.<br /><hr />Posted by Momzilla<br />I know that there are probably more struggles than victories once we get to the so-called "advanced maternal age" (I hate labels!) but I wanted to show that there is hope. I know many women who were young and still struggled with fertility while other "older" women have had succesful pregnancies..It is such a far from exact science. My co-workers wife was 36 when they started trying and she got pregnant in only a few months but, sadly, miscarried and has since been unable to get PG. Two IVF attempts have failed, one failed to implant and the other..the embryos did not survive the transfer. She has eggs that basically have "weak shells" for lack of a better term. They let in more than 1 sperm and the embyros just die. There is nothing they can do but keep trying and hope to get one strong one or use donor eggs down the road. I really feel for them...Everyone who gets PG in their lives causes them such a mixed bag of joy and anguish..Heartbreaking...On the other side of the coin, my friend and I had healthy babies at 40 and 43 without charting, temping, meds, ovulation kits, etc. She tried for hers and I did not. You just never know what is in store for you sometimes and I truly believe if it is meant to be it will be (and who is to say that some meds and due diligence are not the helping hand in "meant to be" either) I was at my visit to discuss meds (after 2 miscarriages and a year of trying at 37) when she ran bloodwork and told me I was atually PG. That was my second son. In total, I had 6 pregnancies and 3 miscarriages on my journey to get to the 3 kids I have. I started out TTC close to advanced maternal age so I am a a pro! I used to call them "these old eggs" but apparently they had legs! I did not have my 1st until I was 3 months shy of 35. The second came 1 month shy of 38 and #3 was at 40..#3 was not planned and resulted from failed BC..He turned out to be a good natured sweetheart and a treasure..I hope all of you here receive BFPs soon and I sincerely hope that they all result in new babies to cherish.<br />Good luck and keep the faith..sometimes things happen when you least expect them.<br />Tracy<br /><hr />Posted by AnitaA68<br />Tracey, " if it is meant to be it will be (and who is to say that some meds and due diligence are not the helping hand in "meant to be" either)" AMEN! Thank you for saying that.<br />Posted by caroljean776<br />Absolutely Anita... meds and good monitoring have resulted in many healthy babies that are all "meant to be"... prayers and good luck to all of us that need that little extra help! [Big Grin]<br /><hr />Posted by Swestra<br />AnitaA68- I really need some hope. I am 39, had TR July 09. Already had RE test ovarian reserve, FSH, etc and it all looked good. Before TR I NEVER had any problem getting pg (never used OPK's, didn't need to) but now my new hubby and I have been using OPK"s and no BFP yet. My insurance won't cover an HSG (plus it's a bit too early to do that) but I am parnoid that tubes have already closed back up. You mentioned meds- what kind of meds helped you get your BFP? Hubby is getting SA next week. Any advise is appreciated!!!!!!<br /><hr />Posted by AnitaA68<br />Swestra, I never had to use anything to get pregnant before either. Never even had to think about it. LOL I wish it was that way now. I spent years trying not to get pregnant, and now I've spent a few trying TO get pregnant. I wish it was easier. I was diagnosed w/ unexplained infertility even though my tubes were open and had to go the IVF route to get my LO. I did get an unassisted BFP this past Valentine's Day, but unfortunately it was apparently a chemical, because it didn't last for long. The only thing you can do is be proactive. Research, seek medical advise, and try things, within reason. My insurance didn't cover things either. You have to make choices...."do I need this new thing, or do I want to save the money for this?" OOP, our HSG was about $600. Contact the hospital, tell them you have no coverage, and they may give you a lesser fee if you pay cash. You can get decreases in charges this way one a lot of things. HTH and good luck.<br /><hr />Posted by Swestra<br />Thanks Anita! Did you try Clomid or anything like that?<br /></span><hr /><h3>Pregnancy Rates After Tubal Reversal</h3><p>From July 2000 to June 2008, 5046 women underwent tubal ligation reversal at <a title="Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center provides the most detailed and accurate pregnancy statistics about tubal ligation reversal of any medical facility." href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/">Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.</a> The operative techniques of microsurgical tubal anastomosis, tubouterine implantation, and salpingostomy were used as appropriate to each patient’s situation, and often these techniques were combined in a single case. Including all women’s ages, methods of tubal ligation, and operative techniques used for tubal reversal, the overall pregnancy rate was 66% based on 3317 pregnancies reported during this 8 year interval.The following pages show pregnancy rates specific for age, method of tubal ligation, and remaining tubal lengths available for repair and the interaction between these factors:</p><ul><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-study-2009-overview.html">Overview</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-study-method.html">Study Method</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-patients-states.html">Patient Population – US States</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-patients-age-tubal-ligation-procedures.html">Patient Population – Age and Tubal Ligation Procedures</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/pregnancy-rates-by-age-and-tubal-ligation-method.html">Pregnancy Rates by Age and Method</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-pregnancy_rates-tubal-lengths.html">Pregnancy Rates by Tubal Length</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-pregnancy_outcomes.html">Pregnancy Outcomes</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-tubalreversal_vs_ivf.html">Tubal Reversal vs. IVF</a></li><li><a href="http://press.tubal-reversal.net/2009/tubal-reversal-pregnancy-report-2009-about-pregnancy-statistics.html">About Pregnancy Statistics</a></li></ul>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-50731133144039722562009-06-10T19:10:00.000-07:002009-06-10T19:58:35.436-07:00Choosing The Best Tubal Reversal Surgery DoctorAfter researching tubal reversal doctors and sending her tubal ligation records for review, a member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board discusses her journey to choose the best tubal reversal surgeon to perform her reverse tubal ligation. Women who have chosen Dr. Gary Berger or Dr. Charles Monteith as their tubal reversal doctor discuss the events that led them to choose Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center and travel to North Carolina for surgery and describe their experience to potential patients. Dr. Berger is widely known as the most experienced tubal reversal doctor. He has performed more successful tubal reversals - resulting in the birth of more tubal reversal babies - than any doctor worldwide.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t004834.htm">Need Help Making a Choice-PLEASE.. in forum Preparing for Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board<strong></strong></a><strong>.</strong><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>darkfeary474</strong> June 09, 2009 04:34 PM:<br />Hi Ladies!!!<br />I know it has been a long time sense I have posted on here and I am sorry for that!!!... but I am still on my journey to get my TR done, It's just with the research that I have been doing I am just not sure as to what direction I want to go,.... here is my problem.. - when I first started my search for a TR doctor, Dr. Berger was the first Doctor that I ran into on the net and he has already seen my post-Op report and said that I am a good candidate for the TR.... but I have sense ran into on my search another Doctor .. Whom I wont mention here out of respect for Dr. berger of coarse , but my problem is I am just not sure who to go with it this is driving me CRAZY!!!! .. can anyone possibly give me some insight or advice?... its not just a price thing either I am thinking of my Safety and health also , like one of my questions is if something was to happen out of the ordinary while getting the TR and an emergency occurred how would that be handled? is there an emergency room or area at Chapel Hill?<br />Thanks SOOO much For all the Insight that I can get.. I need this info kind of soon. as our funds will be coming threw soon!!<br />Dana W From Ohio. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>alwayshope</strong> June 09, 2009 04:43 PM:<br />I can understand your concern but there is a hospital very close if anything were to happen but I had my done on the 29th of May and I do have heart problems and they just had me get some test done to make sure that I was cleared t have surgery and they can handle most things and I will tell you as a nursing student and working in the medical field for 13 years I freak my self out by knowing a little too much but he and his staff are very knowledgeable about what they do and I trusted them 100 percent.....but at the end of the day go with whom ever you feel confident with I hope this helped soon best of luck to you in your TR journey. Miasha </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>AngieMP</strong> June 09, 2009 05:34 PM:<br />I believe they mentioned on the off chance that should something unexpected come up, that you would be transported to a nearby hospital. I am thinking, but don't quote me, that I was told that it only happened like 3 times in 08, and it was done for precautionary measures, not serious issues. You will be asked about your health history and anything of concern would have to be addressed before you have surgery. We traveled to NC (18 hours from home) and had complete trust in CHTRC. I would not have done it any other way. We loved the experience and would do it all over again! (yes, I really mean that) <img title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/biggrin.gif" border="0" /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>StephSH</strong> June 09, 2009 05:55 PM:<br />Hi Dana,<br />I too looked at other websites in my search for the right Dr for my TR, and I'm from Southern Ohio, so there was one in particular that was MUCH closer to me than NC is.<br />The deciding factor for me was mostly the websites. I know that seems stupid, but I decided based that the professionalism put forward in Chapel Hill's website was a good way to judge the professionalism of the practice and staff in general. I found the other website to be childish, unprofessional and it spent more time saying why you should NOT go to someone else than just simply stating why you SHOULD go to them.<br />Chapel Hill didn't even hint that they had any "competition" they simply state their business, and their website is classy.<br />Not sure if that helps, but that is how I made MY decision :-)<br />Steph </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>cindy0714</strong> June 09, 2009 06:00 PM:<br />I struggles a little bit trying to decide who to use. I have a doctor right here where I live that specializes in TR. My heart kept pulling me toward Chapel Hill so I went with it. I used Dr. Monteith and 2 months after surgery I was pregnant. I am now 11 weeks. I promise you will not receive the kind of patient care Chapel offers anywhere else. That I am sure of. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>1forhubby&me</strong> June 09, 2009 06:11 PM:<br />Dana,<br />I also looked at other sites and decided on Chapel Hill because the "other doctor" had more negativity about everyone else and could not prove to me that he was worth the time. As for Dr Berger and staff they are always professional and willing to answer questions no matter how silly they may seem. The decision is ultimately yours if you are uneasy about anything just call and speak to the staff. Good luck on your decision and I'll keep you in my prayers. I'm scheduled for next week so I'll let you know about how I felt being face to face with everyone but looking at the posts and the conversation confirming my appointment today, I look forward to a great experience.<br />Tee </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>darkfeary474</strong> June 09, 2009 07:01 PM:<br />Thanks for all of your opinions ladies!!! it is much appreciated.<br />And StephSH You Make ALLOT Of Valid Points about the "Other Site" I never looked at it from that point of view but you are completely right! .. Have You had any luck conceiving yet sense getting your TR?<br />Dana W From Ohio. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>ismagirl</strong> June 09, 2009 07:02 PM:<br />Dana<br />I too am from Ohio (columbus)<br />I looked at rate my md dot com and they had very good comments one negative but it was directed to a nurse specifically and not to the doctors or chapel hill. and as you know being human you can't please everyone all the time. I went to Chapel Hill because God lead me there, plain and simple it was Gods will. I had my tr in Dec 08 and am now 6wks preggo saw heartbeat today.<br />Ireally think that you already want to go with chapel hill cause you are asking ladies who have nothing but good to say about them.<br />Ihope that no matter what you go with that all is well for you and that you follow your heart.<br />Shawna </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>StephSH</strong> June 09, 2009 08:00 PM:<br />Dana,<br />I got one BFP the second cycle after my TR but it ended in MC about a week after I found out I was pregnant. Haven't gotten another BFP since then, but I'm starting Clomid this month, both tubes are open, and I have very regular cycles, so I'm hoping that it will happen soon. I have short tubes, 3.5 on each side and that is probably what's causing the delay.<br />What part of Ohio are you in? I'm in Western Ross Co. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>pkubes68</strong> June 09, 2009 08:11 PM:<br />darkfeary474<br />CH told me IF you needed some kind of ER care you would be transported to The University of North Carolina Medical Center (hospital). It isn't likely but they do let you know just in case.<br />When I found CH on the internet I just knew that was the place to go. I'm so glad I did and I have no regrets. Go with your gut instinct. Good Luck. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>Julia, RN</strong> June 09, 2009 10:02 PM:<br />Thanks to each of you for the helpful posts (and very nice comments)! In the unlikely event a patient needs hospitalization, we do have a transfer agreement with The University of North Carolina Hospitals approximately 1 mile from our facility. Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith have both been on staff there, so we have a nice relationship...if needed. All of our nurses are ACLS (advanced cardiac life support) certified and we have only board certified MD's. As some of you know based on the testing we have asked for pre-operatively, we err on the side of caution and have policies and procedures in place to ensure patient safety. This occasionally means that additional testing - or a delay in surgery - is required, but it is based on our commitment to safe and professional care.<br />Please let us know if you have questions!<br />Julia S., RN </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>darkfeary474</strong> June 09, 2009 10:31 PM:<br />Thanks Steph Again . and sorry to here about your MC, I hope the clomid helps ya!<br />Also Thank You Julia for your info on - just in case there is an emergency , wow I didn't realize that the hospital was only 1 mile away from CHTRC that in itself sets my mind at ease,<br />I do not have any kind of major medical problems so that shouldn't be a problem the only problem I do have which isn't to much of a problem now is, I am a Type 2 Diabetic but have my Diabetes under complete control with an A1C level of 5.3 which my Doctor told me is at Non-Diabetic Levels!!!! Whoohooo... I have worked hard to get where I am at right now and in turn have also lost 66pounds in the process <img title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/redface.gif" border="0" /> ).. the only medication I am taking right now is Metformin.<br />As of now my husband and I have talked over and it looks like we will be going with Dr. Berger for my TR!.... so I will be getting in contact and finding out what is left for me to do.. <img title="" alt="[Embarrassed]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/redface.gif" border="0" /> )<br />Thanks Again!!!!<br />Dana </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>darkfeary474</strong> June 09, 2009 10:32 PM:<br />Thanks Steph Again . and sorry to here about your MC, I hope the clomid helps ya!<br />Also Thank You Julia for your info on - just in case there is an emergency , wow I didn't realize that the hospital was only 1 mile away from CHTRC that in itself sets my mind at ease,<br />I do not have any kind of major medical problems so that shouldn't be a problem the only problem I do have which isn't to much of a problem now is, I am a Type 2 Diabetic but have my Diabetes under complete control with an A1C level of 5.3 which my Doctor told me is at Non-Diabetic Levels!!!! Whoohooo... I have worked hard to get where I am at right now and in turn have also lost 66pounds in the process <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /> .. the only medication I am taking right now is Metformin.<br />As of now my husband and I have talked over and it looks like we will be going with Dr. Berger for my TR!.... so I will be getting in contact and finding out what is left for me to do.. <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /><br />Thanks Again!!!!<br />Dana </span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>TulipGarden</strong> June 10, 2009 12:01 AM:<br />Dana,<br />I had my surgery on June 4, 2009. All I can tell you is that we traveled half way across the country, and it was well worth it. I don't think I have ever gone into surgery and felt more comfortable. They are a terrific group of people.<br />What steered us was the fact that Dr. Berger has a long standing history of focusing just on TR; we did not want someone who was going to try to push us into IVF. I could have gone to someone here right in town and it cost much more, but they only perform 3 or 4 a month. Dr. Berger's credentials are impressive and he specializes in TR. Once I met with Dr. B I felt confident in choosing him, he answered my questions very thoroughly and was open to any and all questions. He was realistic, and I appreciate that more than anything. I can tell he intelligent but yet willing to explain it understandable terms. As far as my surgery, I liked the fact that I went into surgery a little later than anticipated because this meant that Dr. B took his time with the patient before me, which in turn assured me that when it came my turn that Dr. Berger would also give me the same care and attention, and he did just that. Dr. Monteith caught my eye with practicing in high-risk OB. I guess because I am considered high risk. While I chose Dr. B, I have heard many great things about Dr. M.<br />This is what my husband said: Marc liked that Dr. Berger is straight forward, logical, professional, and has excellent knowledge about his specialty. He liked that Dr. Berger takes good care of himself, and while you should’t judge by looks, it shows that his character exudes some type of concern and determination that most likely carries over into his work. And I agree, Dr. Berger is a very handsome man. But that is not what made me comfortable lol!<br />Regarding the staff, if I haven’t said it a million times, it's true what everyone says. They work so well together as a team. They made me smile, and feel so comfortable. The anesthesiologists made me feel comfortable also. They asked questions that made me feel confident that they knew what they were doing. Goodness, even the receptionists made me feel comfortable.<br />I never worried for a moment there would be a situation in which I would’t be taken care of if there was an emergency, but I also attributed that to my husband whom I trust. My husband is intelligent and on high alert when it comes to my well-being. In my state of consciousness I know that my husband would not allow me to be in any type of sub-standard situation.<br />Even if we are never able to conceive, without a doubt, we picked the best surgeon to give us the very best chance. I do not regret it for a moment.<br />HTH. Lots of luck to you and your journey.<br />Cindy & Marc </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>BearsGirl</strong> June 10, 2009 12:30 AM:<br />I am going through the same thoughts also. When I first started my journey for a TR I thought about Chapel Hill for sure. I do have a TR Dr. right here in my town but it was the site and the communication here at Chapel Hill that attracted me. The care that is taken to give responses is just wonderful. I have a couple of months to do some soul searching and will be ready for TR. I believe my choice will be Chapel Hill though! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by <strong>purplelisa12</strong> June 10, 2009 08:55 AM:<br />I agree with TulipGarden,<br />I'm always the one who "shops around" but kept coming back to Chapel Hill. It was a matter of who has been doing "ONLY TUBAL REVERSALS" for me. At my age etc, if I was really going to do this I wanted "the best" and I found that to be Dr. Berger. I too must admit that the website and all the info they share as well as having this very board was also a deciding factor for me. It just feels more like a "home" for us who decide this is the journey we want to take. Where there is support, there is knowledge. And I think in this journey we all need as much knowledge as possible. The staff are great and very caring. Dr. Berger is "yes, handsome" but very professional, and I felt like he cared about each of us that day. So you will ultimately have to decide what's best for you. But if you do choose Chapel Hill and Dr. Berger you will NOT be sorry.</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> </span><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by <strong>AnitaA68</strong> June 10, 2009 09:11 AM:<br />I called clinics and doctors in my area that performed TRs. I had a list of questions including how many performed, costs, success and website availability.<br />What I found was very few did as many as CH, the cost was less at CH, the others didn't keep records of pregnancies, and they had no web site.<br />I feel that since CH specializes in TR, they would be better than someone who did them only a couple of times a year. I also liked being able to see statistics and be in contact with people who were sharing my experience. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><br />From <a href="http://vervilledeb1.vox.com/library/post/professional-tubal-reversal-surgeons.html">vervilledeb1.vox.com</a> When choosing the right tubal reversal surgeon, patients prefer to choose the surgeon who is more involved with them and not the competition. Women are opting for tubal reversal surgery to have a child and are not concerned with websites that are there for bashing other physicians. They are choosing to be well informed and make an educated decision. Many couples have made the final decision and that is to proceed with tubal reversal surgery. After many hours of searching information and reading the moment has arrived to choose the right surgeon that will fit your needs and provide the surgery with the results you are looking for.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-16971036540565481492009-05-16T15:05:00.000-07:002009-05-16T15:10:42.676-07:00Tubal Reversal Surgery Stirs Many Emotions For WomenEmotions run high for women who are awaiting their tubal reversals at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. Women posting on the Tubal Reversal Message Board describe many reasons for these strong emotions. Many find that their dreams of becoming a mother again are finally coming true. For others it is simply realizing they are about to become whole again, or have been relieved of their post tubal ligation symptoms. For whatever reason, their hopes and dreams are best realized at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, the only medical center specifically for tubal ligation reversal surgery.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t004818.htm">Consultation Crying in forum Preparing for Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board.</a><br /><hr /><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;" >Posted by MHart74 (Member # 13295) on May 15, 2009 11:45 PM:</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Good evening ladies<br />I have a feeling that when the day finally gets here, I'm going to be a blubbering mess. Did this happened to any of you during your consultation? As the time draws nearer, I find myself crying at the drop of a hat... and I just know I'm going to lose it (in a good way though)<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"> <span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;" >Posted by debjim (Member # 8607) on May 16, 2009 07:06 AM:</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />I was that way right after the surgery, Dr B came in to talk to me when I woke up and I was a blubbering fool!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;" >Posted by anniev6176 (Member # 11735) on May 16, 2009 07:35 AM:</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />I cried on the way to the facility, during the consultation, and during prep for surgery. Part of the problem was no caffeine, but this whole thing has been such an emotional roller coaster for me. I won't bore you with the long story of why I was crying, but the staff was very understanding and compassionate. You're not the only one!! Oh and by the way, since TR I don't think I've cried once! I'm on a much more even keel since then. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-3788617590811588162009-04-26T18:10:00.000-07:002009-04-26T18:42:11.531-07:00Is It Beneficial To Get A Tubal Reversal for PTLS?A frequent topic of discussion on the Tubal Reversal Message Board is about the issue of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS). Cristina ('dixechick77') posed this question: "Since I had my tubes tied, I have noticed less libido, more headaches, longer periods with heavier bleeding including clots, unbelievable mood swings and heavy cramping. WHAT IS THIS? I have read different views! Would it be beneficial to have a Tubal Reversal?" She receives responses other message board participants about the issue of Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (PTLS), such as "Immediately after TL, I had severe headaches, bleeding with clots, depression, anxiety, skin problems and the list goes on. I am on CD 5 and have had only slight cramps, no headaches and no mood swings although results vary from woman to woman. I had immediate results after TR. Tubal reversal was worth every penny for me," and "Absolutely! It is called Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome and I had it bad. My tubes were tied for 3 years and I suffered right away. I am six month post-TR and am 95% back to what I consider normal. I say, go for it!" Another member adds, "After I had my tubes tied, AF started to change. My AF before the TL used to be 4 days, mild cramps, and medium flow. I had my TR Nov. 08 and have not had a single episode of flooding and no cramps. I am amazed. I am back to my old self!" Dixechick77 asks "Why aren't doctors diagnosing this?" That question has been discussed in detail on the Tubal Reversal Blog. <p>This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003513.htm">Is It Beneficial To Get A Tubal Reversal for PTLS? on the Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>. </p><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> </span><p><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by dixechick77<br />Hello everyone! My name is Christina. I am 31 years old - with 3 daughters. After my 3rd daughter (6 years ago) I had my tubes tied. In the last 3 years I have noticed less libido, more headaches, longer periods with heavier bleeding (including clots), unbelievable mood swings and heavy cramping ALL the time, not just during my menstrual. WHAT IS THIS??? I have read different views! Would it be beneficial to have a Tubal Reversal??? </span></p><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by anesiajackson<br />Christina, I am 33 yo with 3 children. I had my TL in 2003 and just had my TR on the 1st. Immediately after TL, I had severe headaches, bleeding with clots, depression, anxiety, skin problems and the list goes on. I am on CD 5 and have had only slight cramps, no headaches and no mood swings although results vary from woman to woman. I had immediate results which I am grateful for, and the chance for #4 with DF. I wish you luck, TR was worth every penny for me. </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by dixechick77<br />Thank you anesia. My hubby would love to have another shot for a boy - but I am not sure if I am ready quite yet. But I am DEFINATELY ready to get rid of these headaches,cramping etc. etc. We are looking at getting the TR in June, I hope. We are waiting on his disability rating to come in from the Veterans Administration to decide WHEN we can afford to do it. Thank you for your help! Good luck on #4 </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by Flutist29<br />Absolutely! It is called Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome and I had it bad. My tubes were tied for 3 years and I suffered right away. I am six month post-TR and am 95% back to what I consider normal.<br />I say, go for it! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by dixechick77<br />Thank you!!! I have been looking through some of the other posts! Why aren't doctors diagnosing this?!?!?!?! This is worse than anything ever! My family doctor just kept prescribing zoloft or whatever to help, but it doesn't! My husband thinks I don't want him anymore - which could not be further than the truth, but I just don't CRAVE sex anymore, let alone anything else!!!!! Thank you ladies for your insight! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by Flutist29<br />I didn't either and it frustrated my husband alot. We've had sex more the last six month than the previous 3 years before my TR. LOL!<br />The libido returned within a couple weeks following my TR.<br />Needless to say, DH is HAPPY!<br /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by dixechick77<br />I am glad to hear that I am SO not alone! Thank you for the support ladies! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by aliyahsdream<br />I am in the same boat. The doctors kept saying I was just depressed, that is why I was so tired, or I had Chronic Fatigue, etc. They gave me meds that did not work and made me feel worse. I am so grateful that I found out about PTLS. My doctor blew a gasket, but there was no way he was giving me another medication that I do not need. I am looking forward to some relief from the symptoms. So is DH. LOL It has gotten to the point with the fatigue that I am almost bedridden, especially during AF, but all the time now. I thought I was alone, but am so grateful for all of you that have been where I am and that there is hope. Thanks so much! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by ajherr<br />After I had my tubes tied, AF started to change. Cramps as well as flooding. To the point that I needed to be home "in case" it happened. My AF before the TL used to be 4 days, mild cramps, and medium flow. I had my TR Nov. 08 and have not had a single episode of flooding. NO CRAMPS. I am amazed. I am back to my old self! Praise the Lord! </span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> Posted by dixechick77<br />Ladies I am now getting so excited about having the TR done! My DH is as well! LOL. I am with all of you on the sleeping fits and cramping - but the MIGRAINES are outrageous. They come on at the blink of an eye and take me going to sleep to get them to ease off - not go away. Does anyone else Wake Up with a headache? Other than normal daily life issues - I have no stress. So I have nothing that should be giving me these. Anyways - I thank all of you for your input and keep the posts coming! I am ready for the TR! Hoping in June!!!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-15281635634592973012009-03-12T18:39:00.000-07:002009-03-12T18:54:52.618-07:00Tubal Ligation Reversal vs. IVF: Age And Pregnancy SuccessThis article discusses the impact of age on the success of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and tubal ligation reversal surgery. Age is a strong predictor of success in becoming pregnant with either treatment. At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, the tubal reversal success rates are higher in every age group when compared to IVF using fresh, nondonor eggs. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has the largest know data base of tubal reversal pregnancies in the world<p>IVF data has been obtained from the latest available national statistics complied by the US Center for Disease Control (2006 Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Annual Report). Shows the average chance of IVF pregnancy success, not considering age, is 35% per cycle. Anyone considering IVF should be aware of their specific age related chance of success when undergoing IVF. The success rate of IVF, when using fresh nondonor eggs, is heavily dependent on patient age. The IVF nondonor egg birth rate begins a gradual decline between 30-32 and then declines more significantly after 36-38. The IVF live birth rate after the age of 44 comes very close to zero. The average IVF pregnancy rate using nondonor eggs is about 35%.</p><p>From 2001 to 2007, over 4000 women underwent tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. The average chance of pregnancy success after reversal of tubal ligation experienced by patients of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is 70%. The statistics compiled from Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center's extensive patient database of over 4000 tubal reversal patients over the last six years clearly demonstrate their patients do similar, if not better, at obtaining pregnancy success when compared to the national average of patients who undergo IVF using nondonor eggs.</p><p>The average chance of pregnancy success is 70% after tubal reversal and 35% after a single cycle of IVF and both treatments are adversely impacted upon by age.<br /><br />Readers are invited to join discussions with other women on our <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/ubb/get_daily.html" mce_href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi/ubb/get_daily.html">Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<br /></p><p><span style="font-size:85%;">Source: <a target="_new" href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2009/tubal-ligation-reversal/tubal-ligation-reversal-vs-ivf-age-and-pregnancy-success.html">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2009/tubal-ligation-reversal/tubal-ligation-reversal-vs-ivf-age-and-pregnancy-success.html</a></span></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-10332211834542759542008-11-13T22:22:00.000-08:002008-11-13T22:47:51.794-08:00Tubal Ligation and Tubal Ligation ReversalThe tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center explain tubal ligation and the procedure of <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2008/tubal-ligation-reversal/tubal-ligation-tubal-reversal.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">tubal ligation reversal to repair the fallopian tubes</span></a>. Many women who have a tubal ligation will later regret it and want to become pregnant again. Few are aware of the option of tubal ligation reversal. This is unfortunate because tubal reversal is both affordable and highly successful at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.<br /><br />Quoting the <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/">Tubal Ligation Reversal Blog</a></span>:<br /><br />"Tubal ligation is a surgical procedure that blocks the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy. Many people commonly refer to tubal sterilization as having their ‘tubes tied’. The more correct medical term is tubal occlusion (occluding or closing the tube), because not every fallopian tube is ligated or tied when it is closed. There are many different ways to perform a tubal ligation, but all the procedures cause some destruction of the fallopian tubes. There are many ways to perform a tubal ligation: tying and cutting, cauterizing (burning) and clipping or banding the fallopian tubes are the most common techniques.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Tubal Ligation: A Common Surgical Procedure</span><br /><br />Tubal ligation is a very common surgical procedure in the United States. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention investigated surgical sterilization in 1995 and discovered 10.6 million women in the US had a tubal ligation procedure. Tubal ligation was twice as common as vasectomy. The study also found 1 out of 4 women desired a tubal ligation reversal at some point in their lives.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tubal Ligation Reversal</span><br /><br />A large number of women will regret their decision to have a tubal ligation and want to have another baby. According to the CDC study of 1995, more than 2.5 million women in the US will want to have their ‘tubes untied’. Many of these women are unaware that tubal ligation reversal exists, or they may be told that treatment by in vitro fertilization (IVF) is their only option. Most of these women will abandon hope of becoming pregnant again.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Untying Fallopian Tubes</span><br /><br />Just as the expression of having the ‘fallopian tubes tied’ is commonly misused, the description of ‘untying your fallopian tubes’ has also become a frequently used, but inaccurate description of what actually occurs during tubal surgery to repair blocked tubes. More accurate terms for this type of surgery are tubal ligation reversal or tubal reversal. There are several ways to repair fallopian tubes after a sterilization procedure. Tubotubal anastamosis is the most common technique for performing tubal ligation reversal surgery. These illustrations show the method of tubotubal anastomosis (also called tubal anastomosis or tubal reanastomosis).<br /><br />Tubal ligation involves closing the fallopian tubes by destroying a portion of the fallopian tube, which causes the tube to heal closed. Tubal ligation reversal involves opening and rejoining the closed ends of the fallopian tubes. This procedure is done under magnification using microsurgical techniques and is very successful in allowing women to become pregnant. When performed by the tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, 70% of women will become pregnant after a tubal ligation reversal.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tubal Reversal Cost</span><br /><br />We provide affordable tubal reversals at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. We specialize in outpatient microsurgical tubal ligation reversal. We annually perform over 800 reversal surgeries every year and patients travel from across the United States and the world to have tubal ligation reversal at our center. We have developed special techniques to allow tubal reversal surgery to be affordable, safe, and highly effective. Our tubal reversal pregnancy rates, tubal reversal pregnancy testimonials, and patient satisfaction messages are testaments to our leadership in the field of tubal ligation reversal surgery."<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />More Information on <a href="http://search.freefind.com/find.html?query=tubal+ligation+reversal&id=70142165&pid=r">Tubal Ligation Reversal</a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-46386278404840888712008-10-19T14:35:00.000-07:002008-10-19T14:48:08.313-07:00Helpful Ideas for Becoming Pregnant After Tubal Reversal SurgeryTubal Reversal Message Board member Jan asks other patients to share what they did to help become pregnant after tubal reversal procedures by Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith. Many patients respond to her question and give helpful hints, ideas, and advice. There are many things you can do to aid in becoming pregnant more quickly after tubal reversal surgery. One of the most useful tools is to use an ovulation predictor kit each month to make sure you are ovulating and to help pinpoint the most fertile time of your cycle.<br /><hr />This is topic <strong><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t028736.htm">What did You do to get your BFP? in forum After Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.</strong><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by <strong>Peach</strong><br /><br />I have been reading lots of boards, posts, and logs about what so many have done to get pregnant.. Due to some age groups. more should be done as you get older. Since not everyone is a part of a certain thread... maybe posting your suggestions, experiences, and what you have done in assisting in getting you fertility "in check" to get pregnant....not to mention going to a fertility Specialist. ie: EPO, Preseed, clomid, fertilaid... etc... What did you take or do to acchieve your goals? Can we get some helpers out there to add their list of "things to do" while TTC.<br />Though I did not get my BFP every since my TR in 05 and goning through LAp in 12/07. I still would like to let you know what I did, and what I should have continue to do....<br />Preseed, clomid many times, prenate vitamins, extra folic acid, mucinex (not that i needed it), and started eatting right and walking 1 hour a day.<br /><br />me 44<br />dh 45<br />tl 86'<br />tr 4/05- HSG- 10/05- left blocked, right open<br />IUI 4 times every other month in 06-07 NEG results<br />RE done a Lap/Recannulation 12/07- both were blocked - now supposedly both OPEN.<br />My cycles all were ovulatory... and levels were good. 4.6-7.8 only once did it get to 10.3 for FSH. Lining always thick enuff. dh sperm was over 20mil- considered normal for his age.. morphology motility was a bit low but well enuff. Guess not!<br />Now What?<br /><br />Thanks<br />Jan<br /><br /></span> <hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Jennifer K.</strong><br /><br />We had our TR in August, 2005. It took us 22 months to get pregnant with Lydia Grace - that was after 4 miscarriages and 1 suspected ectopic. Here is what I was doing the month we got pregnant with Lydia Grace:<br /><br />Metformin (1500mg)<br />Baby aspirin<br />Clomid (100mg on CD5-9)<br />Trigger shot on CD15<br />Progesterone (100mg 2x daily starting 2 days after O)<br />BD CD14,15, 16 & 17 (1x per day)<br />Preseed<br />Prenatal<br />Acupuncture (1x per week started 6 weeks before BFP)<br />No coffee<br />Eating right<br />Mild exercise<br /><br />I was diagnosed with PCOS and unknown repeat m/c. I did all the tests and everything came back normal. I started seeing an RE about a year after my TR. We got our first BFP the first month we were seeing her and our first month on clomid. Unfortunately, it ended in a miscarriage. After our 3rd m/c our RE started treating us as if we had been diagnosed w/ repeat m/c even though my test results were normal. I had good egg reserves and a good lining and the clomid helped me to ovulate regularly. My RE thought that the PCOS was affecting my egg quality and that we needed to keep trying until we "popped off a good one" which we eventually did. We now have a happy, healthy, beautiful 9 month old baby girl that is THE light of my life.<br /><br />I hope this helps those still out there waiting for their BFP. I'm living proof that it can and will happen if you hang in there and keep trying.<br /><br />Jenn<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><br />Posted by <strong>MRC</strong><br /><br />Jan....the first time I got pregnant I was on a "break" and did nothing special but let off the pressure...that ended in m/c. The second and third time I got pregnant was the same scenario...my dh was drinking ALOT of redbull...the second pregnancy ended in m/c as well..but third time was a charm...I'm just about 20 weeks pregnant with my first tr baby. Have your dh drink redbull before bd...it can't hurt...another girl on the march 06' board has here dh do that and she has a beautiful tr baby girl. You are mor than welcome to come join us over there as well <img title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/biggrin.gif" border="0" /><br />Michelle<br />TR 3-6-06<br />m/c 9-29-06<br />m/c 2/13/08<br />BFP 7-3-08 EDD 3-9-09<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Tanya from VA</strong><br /><br />TR 9-7-06<br />BFP 9-11-07<br />Carly 5-13-08<br /><br />The cycle I got pregnant I did nothing in particular. I used my ClearBlue monitor and I OPK'ed twice. We bd'ed twice - every other day - only twice in the fertile period.<br /><br />I ttc for a year and had two miscarriage. In that time I took took asprin, used Pre-Seed, took vitamins, had my dh take vitamins, used my monitor, used OPK's, tried the Instead, laid on my back after bd'ing - and I've become a believer that half of this stuff we do while ttc doesn't really do anything.<br /><br />I know that sounds harsh - I certainly tried it all myself - but the one time I did absolutely NOTHING, and didn't even take it overly serious (we were moving, stressed, I didn't even hardly temp and didn't test until my AF was due) I got my sticky BFP.<br /><br />Good luck to all! <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /><br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>HisWill</strong><br /><br />Jan,<br /><br />The number one thing I did, was prepare for the fact (as much as possible-it's a lie to say that dissapointment and heartache wouldn't be normal) that I didn't know what my outcome would be. I knew many ladies on the boards conceived the first time trying, others take a while, and some never become pregnant. The one factor in common is that all want another child(ren). I was truly ready that this may not be God's plan for me. I didn't want to be heartbroken over something I wasn't guaranteed. I was actually surprised I became pregnant, because I had been so realistic about it not being my call.<br /><br />I didn't OPK or chart, because I know I would over-focus on this, and I didn't believe making it the focus of my life would be my honestly surrendering it to God how I intended.<br /><br />I know this is a very personal journey for all of us ladies-I'm just sharing how I embarked on my journey. I pray for all of us to have peace regarding our fertility.<br /><br />I take herbs to promote overall health. I don't believe beginning something for the sake of fertility is necessarily very effective. I take the following for my overall health and I do it whether TTC or not..so it's been years that I've been on it.<br /><br />Good Multi vitamin<br />3000 mg vitamin C<br />EPO from CD1-O when TTC, otherwise all month<br />Super B complex<br />Fish Oil 1000 mg<br />Baby aspirin all the time. I take this because I lost a baby due to positive ANA. I don't believe it necessarily helps get pregnant, but I know for sure it protects me from m/c.<br /><br />Husband takes good multi vitamin<br />zinc<br />1000 mg vit C<br />Super B complex<br />Baby aspirin for heart health<br />Fish oil 1000 mg<br /><br />Andrea-31<br />Dh-37 next month<br />DS-11<br />DS-6<br />DD-5<br />DD-3<br />TL 4/19/05 at time of c-section<br />TR 7/30/08<br />BFP 9/16/08-1st cycle TTC<br />EDD 5/28/09<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>debjim</strong><br /><br />Not trying to be funny or anything, but all we did was BD during O time, I didn't even use OPK's I just knew around when I would O.<br /><br />It took 5 months for the first baby and 3 the second.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Marty</strong><br /><br />For me it took 0 months for my first TR baby and he is 9 months. I breastfeeded the first 6 and now that he is 9 months Im pregnant so I would say it took 2 months for Baby # 2....<br /><br />Martha<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Marty</strong><br /><br />Sorry did not write what I did... Lots of you know what and Fertil-Aid- Also eating healthy and lots of jogging seems both times I got pregnant is when I would be in pretty good shape...<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>BlessedMommyKat</strong><br /><br />I have been taking pre natal vitamins for 18 months, I've tried charting/temping, using opk's alternating BD days...I'm stumped as to how some of you just don't really think about it and... poof! You're pregnant! Are those of you who have gotten bfp's physically fit and within normal BMI ranges? I'm overweight and can't help but to wonder if that is hurting me.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Amy1234</strong><br /><br />Pre-Seed + opk + Dh drank Redbull 10 minutes before bd.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>HisWill</strong><br /><br />Hi BlessedMommyKat,<br /><br />My BMI is in a good range. Before this pregnancy I was 5'9 and about 140.<br /><br />I truly think being overweight may cause problems. Obviously, plenty of overweight women become pregnant, but because fat cells in women produce estrogen dominance, it is likely that being overweight doesn't help fertility. High amounts of body fat can increase estrogen-or prolong the estrogen phase, thus reducing the mature follicles and ovulation.<br /><br />I understand being overweight. In my first pregnancy, my doctor thought I had lupus. He placed me on 80 mg of prednisone a day. I started out at 120lbs, and at 34 weeks when I delivered I was 218. Additionally, with each of my pregnancies I gain WAY over the recommended amounts of weight on very healthy foods and the right amount of calories. My doctor says that I have a maternal storing thing going on. Unfortunately, I don't shed much weight through bf'ing like my friends! So I have to work hard after each of my 4 children to lose a lot of weight to be healthy. I understand what it's like!<br /><br />Best wishes!<br /><br />Andrea<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>april1979</strong><br /><br />HI, I am 29 and my DH is 44, I had my TL in 01, and TR on 12-07, It took us 8 months to get pregnant. First I tried the figuring out when I O'd, and starting taking prenatal vitamins. After 5 months of trying, I had looked into Clomid and Pre-seed, Had DH tested, was normal, When I purchased the Clomid and Preseed I had to wait for next cycle, and AF never came. The month before, I had said that maybe this is not In God's plan for us to have a baby. And was going to give up. So, when I got pregnant, I was on nothing, BD'd Twice One at night and once in morning, (that is what did it for my sister too, BD'ing twice when O'ing)<br />I am over weight, my bmi is high, I know that does not help, But it doesn't make it impossible. So I hope this helps. Good Luck to all still trying! Oh due on 4-25-08!!!<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>AnitaA68</strong><br /><br />Jan, I'm sorry this journey hasn't been the one you had hoped for.<br /><br />My TR was in November 05.<br /><br />We tried everything we could come up with, for me and for DH. At first, it was just letting nature take it's course. After the HSG showed open tubes, we stepped it up a bit using temping OPKs, etc. We eventually went to an RE who diagnosed me with unexplained infertility. That was very disappointing since all tests came back with excellent results. We did a few rounds of drugs, IUIs and then IVF.<br /><br />Each person is an individual case. What may work for one, may not for another. Being under weight or over weight can influence fertility. As well as what you eat, your environment, etc, etc. I remember how hard it was to hear someone say they did nothing special to get their BFP and to relax. Although they meant well, it usually made me feel terrible. I think the most important thing I did was to try to stay positive and not give up. And that was very hard by the time the two year mark rolled around. I wanted to continue to try every avenue we could to get a little one.<br /><br />I hope you soon get your sticky BFP. I know how heartbreaking this whole experience can be.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>BlessedMommyKat</strong><br /><br />Andrea (HisWill)<br /><br />Thank you for addressing my thoughts on being overweight... I commend you for being so lean. What did you do to lose the weight so nicely? I find myself worrying about not eating properly for ttc and it becomes a downward spiral for me. Do you have any suggestions? I'm at the point where I am willing to try anything.<br /><br />My RE says I am quote, "full of eggs" he counted 13-14 follicles on each of my ovaries and didn't think my weight was hurting me (but I cannot help but wonder) I am way heavier than when I was pregnant the first time. I remember being 6 weeks pregnant and 134. Now I'm not pregnant and I'm almost 200 pounds! So... my common sense says there's something to being overweight and ttc.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>HisWill</strong><br /><br />Hi BlessedMommyKat,<br /><br />The first thing I had to do is come to terms with my physical appearance. Since I was so young when I got pregnant the first time, my body was so "perfect"...well, 80 mg of prednisone, and subsequent chemo left me with stretch marks over 80% of my body. Additionally, when you stretch that much so quickly, there's a whole lot of baggy skin involved since prednisone causes a huge depletion in collagen.<br /><br />Fortunately, I knew God brought me through that so I would give myself to Him completely. I had to be knocked upside the head a bit. Nearly losing my life at such a young age, made me very realistic about what life is about. I believe life is about serving Jesus Christ-"this thorn in my side is but a mere affliction.". I think God wants us to take care of our bodies, but not let them enslave us. I will never look like I did before hand, but I can do my best, you know?<br /><br />So, I started some good vitamins, and began first walking and then jogging on the treadmill. I am really active will all the kids, but that was never enough. I had to really reduce my calories and fats, add in Omega's like fish oil, and simply eat better and eat less. Since I already cook all of our meals, and we eat healthfully, it's really just eating less and exercising more that did it. I added in tons of water, and a couple of cheap beginners Pilates videos.<br /><br />There is a place of comfort with knowing everything in your life is in His hands. Knowing that my body has been an earthen vessel for His glory is all that matters. I am sure I'll have 6 months or so of hard work after this baby, but I won't starve myself to reduce my work later. All healthy and I'm sure I'll be looking at another 50+ lb weight gain!<br /><br />I wish you the absolute best. So many are correct that you can do everything right and still not become pregnant, or you can be eating fast food all the time and not paying attention and you conceive. This is because it's in God's timing.<br /><br />However, working towards the goal is very commendable, and very good for your overall health!<br /><br />Blessings!<br /><br />Andrea<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><br />Posted by <strong>BlessedMommyKat</strong><br /><br />Andrea... did you say chemo?<br /><br />You are inspiring on so many levels. I thank you for your honesty and your testimony. I know some people take offense here, but not I. I am a believer and I am encouraged by your words... thank you.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Mary-MI</strong><br /><br />"I wish you the absolute best. So many are correct that you can do everything right and still not become pregnant, or you can be eating fast food all the time and not paying attention and you conceive. This is because it's in God's timing."<br /><br />Let me get this straight.. you think that if God wants you to be pregnant, it will happen, no matter what we do? Then why have a TR???? If its his will, wouldn't you become pregnant with tied tubes???<br /><br />I so wished we could have one post on here without religion being used as the answer to the question that someone has posted, looking for help.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>klinger13</strong><br /><br />I have to agree with Mary-MI's last statement. This thread started out with people giving their great responses to the question asked, then completely morphed into a religious thread.<br /><br />I really feel that I have the right to come to this board to read questions, answers, & advice, without feeling that I stepped into a religious message board. It can really make people (self included) very uncomfortable. Can we keep that in mind when responding so all can enjoy and find help from these boards, regardless of our belief system?<br /><br />Thank you.<br />Amanda<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>angelsbaby629</strong><br /><br />Jan,<br />I thought your name looked familliar. I have been here since 2000 and had TR done 2002. After we had no bfp's by the 3rd month after TR I went to the dr and begged for clomid. It worked, 4months after TR we got pg with Gabriella. ofcourse we bd'd every day(sometimes 2x's and he was lovin that <img title="" alt="[Wink]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/wink.gif" border="0" /> ) then when Gabby was 6m we decided to try again. This time it wasnt so easy..it took us over 2 years and all the RE could say was it was unexplained infertility. we did 4 rounds of IUI, 1 incomplete(thanks to insurance) round of IVF that turned into a heavily medicated IUI cycle. clomid for 6 months, wait, 7 months, 3 of them with triggers. and countless medication, by mouth and injects. Then I gave up and decided that we were only meant to have Gabby. oh, i forgot we also had 2 hsg's to make sure my tubes were still open. out of the blue we got Preggers with Natalie-Jean.<br />This time i was trying to aviod (but no bc) getting pg and wham, it happened. not planned, but always welcomed.<br />I am so very sorry you are going through this. I still say I was taught a lesson of patients while trying to get pg with Natalie. either way. good luck hun and agian, I am sorry you're going through this mess. just remember, there IS a<br />light at the end of the tunnel. Jess<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>mama12</strong><br /><br />The best advice I can give, I've had 3 pregnancies in 1 year, lost 2 and am now nearing 4 months pregnant with this one.<br />I took vitamins all the way through, simple, just Flintstones complete. Made DH take them too.<br />Which regardless I've taken them for years just to make sure I'm healthy so even that isn't any different. I talk calcium too, everyday.<br />I didn't OPK, didn't temp, didn't chart. We just did it when I knew I was O'ing, felt like I was Oing. CD 10-14 of a 28 day cycle, that's it.<br />We NEVER stressed it, never got obssessed. Like Tanya says it didn't help her, I knew it wouldn't help me, even in Dr. Berger's office, he tried to tell me about OPK and charting I told him I won't do it, so lets just get this surgery done! If it's going to happen it will. Which is pretty much when I felt like it, I'm in the mood at O time naturally. Just take it easy and don't worry, don't get stressed.<br />Let BD be what it is, you and your DH being close. Forget the technicalities. We did and it worked 3 X.<br />If you have regular periods you are O'ing. So don't worry!! Just have fun everything else will take care of itself.<br />BTW w/ the 2nd BFP I lost my right tube, so this is a 1 tube baby. It took 4 months of trying and we did it.<br /><br />I do recommend help though if you have irregular periods. In that case OPK is a good idea.<br />For me I didn't need it I'm very regular.<br /><br />I wish you luck!! Keep TTC fun!!! <img title="" alt="[Smile]" src="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/smile.gif" border="0" /><br />In all honesty give it a year. You'll get it!<br /><br />The only unnatural thing I did was have Dr. Berger in there. That's it.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>onemoretracy</strong><br /><br />I had my TR on 11/08/07. I had used FF to chart for a couple of months beofre surgery just to get a feel for my cycle. I was not always good about keeping it up though!<br /><br />When the time came to actively TTC I really talked about it with my midwife. She was very helpful and positive. She recommended the HSG and I had that done in March. Also I took Clomid (50mg) that cycle. I had taken it to concieve for my previous pregnancy (pre-TL and TR) As it turns out, one of my tubes is blocked, but that same cycle I had the HSG and also began the Clomid we concieved. I also took pre-natals and baby asprin daily (DH took this as well). I did give up caffeine too.<br /><br />As far as timing, we were not stressing about it. We Bd about every other day from cd 10-20. I think I o'd that cycle around day 16, but I am not sure bc I wasn't charting, just keeping an eye on mucus changes and mood changes etc.<br /><br />Good luck with your TTC and remember to have fun and enjoy each other! Now I am in the 3rd trimester, my DH is remembering those back to those good old days of TTC, lol!<br /><br />~Tracy<br />EDD 12/22/08<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>TrulyBlessed</strong><br /><br />America is blessed with a great variety of people - we should celebrate that instead of always looking for something to jump down another's throat. And we are also blessed with many freedoms - one being religion, whether you want it, practice it or not - faith comes in many varieties. But maybe you should question why the mention of God "offends" you. No one is saying anything other than what they believe - you can choose to believe or not but just as you have the right to ignore we have the right to proclaim.<br /><br />Now the people who try to shove it forcefully down your throat are a bit offensive - even me, a christian, will admit to that - because Jesus himself did not force his teachings on people. But just remember - for those of you who get "offended" by the talk of God - there are just as many of us who are out there that find the encouraging words of our fellow christians a balm in rough times. And yes, God can do all things but it was not him that made fertility impossible - it was her choice of TL that did. He gives us 100% control over our bodies, but that also means we suffer the concequences if we do not treat them right.<br /><br />HisWill, you are very encouraging for us who are out there that are not "offended". I think you are very brave for standing up for your faith, even when people complain about it - because in the end you are not hurting anyone with your words, negativity in this world is rapant and I hope that one day when I get to do my TR and announce my pregnancy that there will be people like you still around that will praise and rejoice with me and my family.<br /><br />Sorry that this is so long but it really just aggrevates me when people want to "shut down" a positive thing - last time I checked, true christians were not unhappy, negative people - even in the most dire circumtances.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>HisWill</strong><br /><br />Yes Blessed, I had chemo.<br /><br />Mary, I'm sorry you take offense. It isn't religion, it's Jesus Christ. No, I wouldn't become pregnant with tied tubes because I circumvented the will of God by tying off His blessings. Not the answer you wanted, but the one I believe.<br /><br />There are lots of posts on this forum that don't deal with any bit of faith. I'm sure they will offer you more of what you want to hear.<br /><br />I'm praying for blessings for every lady of the board, whether they personally offend me or not.<br /><br />Blessings!<br /><br />Andrea<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>momto10</strong><br /><br />Andrea, this is why I don't post much anymore. Faith and belief...religion whatever anyone wants to call it is so much a part of every opinion I have and every aspect of any help I have to offer that there is NO possible way I could write without refering to Christin some way. But as in many things in life offense to Christian religion is harped and therefore Christian religion is suspressed BUT if the roles were turned and I was prasing Budda, nobody would say a word. I guess I'll never understand why Christian support and comfort is attacked.<br /><br />So if my way of speaking and my way of showing comfort to my TR sisters is NOT welcomed then..... I guess it's time for me to leave.<br /><br />This entire forum was here for SUPPORT and COMFORT. If you need medical advice, hire a doctor!<br /><br />Gwen<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>LIZZYpooh</strong><br /><br />Hello Ladies......I thank everyone of you who trust and believe God for your miracles...since He is the only one that gives life...i will always be trusting him...yes he could have caused me to get pregnant without a tr ...but faith without works is dead...if this board allowed all types of fussing and cussing some people wouldn't be offended with that at all...I am one that is not charting or any of that I am going to keep practicing with dh and will happen when God says so....I'm in love with Jesus and he is in love me.....<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>MOMZILLA</strong><br /><br />I am not a religious person. I was raised Catholic but do not practice. I know many people who are church-goers and still do bad harmful things to people. Likewise, I know many folks who do not attend mass (organized religion) and are very good people who have their own faith in God and serve in their own way. We need to be tolerant of each otther, no matter what our faith or beliefs. I, too, do not like it when people "push" their religion or beliefs on me. That being said, I do not think that is anyone's intent here. People go on this journey for different reasons (ptls vs TTC) and we all go through it in our own ways, taking comfort in words of others, support of family, medical advice or religion. I know it can be frustrating being on this journey that is such a hard struggle for many..it is hard to hear women say it is simply up to God when many are riding a roller coaster of meds, herbs, tests ,kits, temps, and all kinds of interventions. It is a very emotional and personal journey but we need to remember we are all individuals with different beliefs and perspectives and we need to respect our differences and still be there to offer whatever kind of support we can based on our own journies in life. Again, while I do not practice religion I believe in God and believe we just need to be there for each other. When my father in law was dying of prostate cancer I got pregnant unexpectedly (BC failure).I truly believe we were given a gift from God here. Though he was dying we had a wonderful new baby coming. It is unfortunate that he passed 10 weeks before I delivered but it was a positive thing for the family in a very sad time...Again, I am not religious but I still believe this was God's way of giving us happiness and a new focus in the midst of such a great loss. For me, I try to offer advice here based on my experiences in child-bearing and living with PTLS but not through a religious voice or persepctive. I find no fault in those who ride their faith through this journey and share from that view point. As long as nobody is trying to convert me (LOL) I am ok with everyone expressing their feelings and beliefs here. Try to remember why we are here..to help each other from our individual experiences and perspectives. If you do not care for a particular perspective..then feel free to disregard and move on to another post from yet a different perspective..This is a hard journey...let's not make it more stressful and hard on each other by taking offense where none is intended...We are all here to help because we care.<br /><br />Tracy<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>momto10</strong><br /><br />Tracey it is just human nature to resort to the explaination of God's Will, when herbs, medicine, creams, surgeries, and IUI all fail. Humans throughout history have looked for reason when our methodes fail. I don't uderstand why that is so offensive. No-one has said you have to be Catholic or you that you have be believe what any of us say...<br /><br />I will just never understand why words that are meant to offer comfort are so bad.... I know that these types of words comfort me. I want peopel to use them when speaking to me. I am sterile after TR....9 months post TR and NO positives..... It hurts me that maybe God doesn't will for me to have more....BUT... I find comfort in knowingthat maybe it's not my fault, maybe I just don't have 100% control over that part of my life. I not only find it comforting BUT it also relieves my guilt and my anxiety over trying.<br /><br />Almost ALL "support" groups uses some sort of surrender to a higher power, AA, OA, and many secular mental health professionals instruct people to focus on ones "spiritual-self" in order to relieve stress. Heck Oprah even talks about it all the time... Not that I put too much Faith in her, she isn't fair off the pulse of America.<br /><br />To everyone who has a problem with these type of words of advice/comfort; What would you prefer we say to offer comfort? Should we be just like you? Should we parrot your thoughts and advice? WHy is my advice any less important? Why, can't I jsut offer my advice and be ignored, when my advice/comfort isn't welcomed? How are we supposed to know who wants that kind of support and who doesn't? Should this forum become so politically correct that even herbs and homeopathey, should be discluded, afterall, science can't prove that either?<br /><br />Maybe we should jsut have some Socialistic rules guiding our everyword, only saving what the powers that be would say... The who desides who the powers that be are? When I spoke to Dr. B and told him that I was just having the surgery to be Open to God's Will he didn't judge me. He accepted me with love and kindness, despite the fact that all I could do was talk about God and the TL being the BIGGEST mistake I've ever made.<br /><br />Signed Gwen <who is compeltely baffled by why these words offend. If someone believes something else they can say, please don't talk about God around me. I would say, OK and I would make an effort to not do it again.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>MOMZILLA</strong><br /><br />Gwen, I was addressing those who feel it is "offensive" when folks mention God. I do not agree with that..That was the point of me saying there is no "intent" here to preach, etc. I was not sure, from your response, if you thought I was expressing an issue with that. My point is that we all bring our individual prespectives here and we should not get offended or make that more stressful for each other. We need more tolerance and support and less worrying about where the advice originates. We are who we are and should not apologize for that, but we should support one another in this journey, despite our differences...<br /><br />Tracy<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><br />Posted by <strong>momto10</strong><br /><br />OHHHH, gotcha MOMZILLA. Sorry. BTW, I love you screen name.<br /><br />Gwen<br /><br /></strong></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><br />Posted by <strong>MOMZILLA</strong><br /><br />Thanks. My screen name sort of reflected what I became with PTLS....I was so unhealthy, isolated, short-termpered and miserable..I lost the joy in being a mother to my 3 kids..I felt I became this evil Momzilla rather than just plain Mommy..I am so relieved to be back to my old self again after TR...I feel so badly for some of the women here who try so hard to get pregnant and stay that way. I was lucky to have the 3 kids I have without too much trouble.. I have had 3 m/cs in my life-time and 3 healthy kids. I am blessed to have them!<br /><br />Tracy<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>LuceFamily</strong><br /><br />umm... so about those BFP's...<br /><br />Lets get to the reason this forum is here... regardless of what our individual beliefs may be this board is intended to offer support to one another. So maybe we dont all have the same faith in common, but one thing we do have in common is that we have all struggled with the heartache and turmoil of having gone though a TL and wanting more than anything to have another child. I think there is always something we can learn from each other, lets take what we need from each others post here on the boards... and what we dont like or dont agree with, just move on. Come on guys, this is silly. Let support each other in our journey making children, not acting like children.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><br />Posted by <strong>Mary-MI</strong><br /><br />Peach, I have only had one BFP that ended in E/P. Months prior I had an HSG, and my only tube was opened, 3 rounds of clomid, preseed and charting.<br /><br />When I got my BFP, I was only charting. Now, my RE discovered I have PCOS. I am on my first cycle with Metformin, so we shall see if that works. I didn't realize how much PCOS cause infertility. Best wishes to you.<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>momto10</strong><br /><br />Tracy, I know what you mean about not connecting with my children..... Each onth I sem to get a little better. I seem to "enjoy" my maritail relations again as well. I really feel like my whole life is coming back into order. This month is only my second "normal" month, and I am 9 months post TR..... So, who knows, I feel like I still have time.<br /><br />I have had 6 Biologocal living children, 4 m/c before TL, and 4 step children. ALL are Blessings, even if I never conceive another baby, "MY" TR was very much worth it!<br /><br />Gwen<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>MOMZILLA</strong><br /><br />OK..so I have no intention of have a TR baby ( I am 43) but I got my pre-TL BFPs by ...child #1: did nothing and got PG within 3 months..child #2)..had 2 m/cs two months in a row and did some temping and clearplan monitor thing but still took 1 year to get pg.. child #3: not trying but had bc fail us resulting in a wonderful gift of a baby boy who turns 4 in March and tells me "Mommy I love you" every day..<br /><br />Tracy<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Iluvrsp</strong><br /><br />If your tubes are blocked when you have the surgery done does that mean that you cannot get pregnant? Also when you have the TR done do you just let nature take it's course or do you have to do something else? I am new to this and just trying to learn before then time comes to have the TR done..<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Tanya from VA</strong><br /><br />iluvsrp - The point of the TR surgury is to put your tubes back together so you can conceive in a more "natural" or pre-ligation way. If your tubes become blocked then you can not conceive after TR (the old fashion way). You would need to seek IVF or another fertility treatment.<br /><br />My comments about doing nothing were in no way to meant to say "relax, it will happen". In my case I did almost everything for a year, and we took a month off mostly because we were moving and I simply didn't have time to chart, temp, OPK, ect. It was one of only two months that I didn't do anything.<br /><br />As far as the the God/religion talk, to each their own. I agree it's hard after months and months of ttc and frustration to hear it's as simple as turning it over to God. You want to know why your being forsaken. What is the plan he has for you? Why this loving giving God throws miscarriage or blocked tubes at you, when others conceieve and have a child with no problems? I felt that way many times, especially after my loss at 10 weeks with twins. It was completely devestating, and I'm not sure I've come back around yet. Just when I felt I was getting past most of it, my dad died unexpectly on April 26th - three weeks before Carly was born in May of this year.<br /><br />Religious encouragement doesn't offend me, but it's not always easy for those who are struggling with this rollercoaster of ttc to embrace something that is suppose to be comforting when they truly are heartbroken and searching for answers. I'm sure it's actually as simple as that, not some deep seeded anti-religious sentiment.<br /><br />Best of luck to all.<br /><br />Tanya<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Iluvrsp</strong><br /><br />So what blockage means is that after you have TR done your tubes can become blocked?<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>Tanya from VA</strong><br /><br />Absolutely they can become blocked. One or both can become blocked for several reasons. They can heal up and get blocked or they can get blocked with debris.<br /><br />Chapel Hill has a statistic - not sure of the number - but it is a possibility you should be aware of.<br /><br />Best of luck!<br /><br />Tanya<br />TR 9-7-06<br />Carly 5-13-08<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>MOMZILLA</strong><br /><br />Tanya - That was one of my points..exactly..<br /><br /></strong></span><strong> </strong><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Posted by <strong>mama12</strong><br /><br />Iluvrsp. It is a possiblity but the risk isn't that high.<br />There is a thing called an HSG where they force a dyed liquid through your tubes and do like an Xray so they can tell if your tubes are blocked.<br />Alot of times just getting the HSG done will clear out tubal blockages if it's just debris or tissue in there.<br />I wouldn't worry too much about it honestly.<br />The chances are pretty low, most women have at least one good open one if one is blocked.<br />All you need is one tube.<br />Getting the HSG is something you would do maybe 8 months to a year or more after TR if you haven't gotten pregnant. Most Dr.s will recommend waiting for a while see if you get pregnant. It took us a while for me to get pregnant after the EP I had, but I'm pregnant with a good one. Just passed my 1 year anniversary of TR.</strong></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-45188549605091242412008-09-27T16:10:00.000-07:002008-09-27T16:16:37.512-07:00Guilt And Regret Over Having Tied TubesTubal Reversal surgery offers a chance for women who have changed their minds and desire more children after having their tubes tied. The message board at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center offers women a place to share their feelings and receive support from others who are experiencing feelings of regret or guilt over their decision to have their tubes tied. Fortunately, Dr. Gary Berger and Dr. Charles Monteith offer a low-cost, outpatient procedure that has given thousands of women the chance to restore their fertility and have more children as well as help in finding relief from unpleasant symptoms developed after undergoing tubal ligation.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t028633.htm">Guilt and regret after tubal ligation in forum After Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><br /><em>Posted by Dr. Monteith (Member # 11996) on September 24, 2008 09:21 AM:</em><br />Our new blog discusses common reasons patients have shared with us as to why they have regretted their tubal ligation: <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/blog/2008/tubal-ligation-reversal/tubes-tied-regret-guil.html">Guilt or regret after tubes</a> tied Please share your story on the message board if you have had such an experience.<br /><br /><em>Posted by MyAngel112706 (Member # 12279) on September 24, 2008 10:58 AM: </em><br />I very much regret My TL. Nine short months after my TL my DD so sadly passed away. We were devastated. I thought when I had the TL done I was making the right decision because my family was complete because I had my 2 boys and now my little girl. I regret that decision now more than anything but I have corrected that decision with my TR in march of this year. I have not had a BFP as of yet but I have time, I am only 30. I feel it will happen when my mind and my body is ready. Thanks so much.<br /><br />Posted by Brandon, ST (Member # 9908) on September 24, 2008 10:59 AM:<br />This should be a very interesting thread. I would be interested to see how many people have come to their decision of having a tubal ligation reversal.<br />Brandon,ST<br /><br /><em>Posted by Flutist29 (Member # 12785) on September 24, 2008 11:29 AM:</em><br />I strongly regret having my TL. At the time, I experienced a troublesome pregnancy and my OB at that time, scared me into having more children. I don't know why I listened to her, but I did. Now 3.5 years later, I am scheduled for my reversal on 10/8/08. I am looking forward to having 'normal' cycles again and praying that if it is God's will, we will get pregnant again.<br /><br /><em>Posted by MOMZILLA (Member # 12256) on September 24, 2008 11:39 AM: </em><br />If I had to do it all over again I would never have the TL. I could have saved myself 3 years of PTLS misery, angst, doctor visits and the near collapse of my marriage....I am so grateful the the TR has resolved all my symptoms and given me my life back..I tell everyone who mentions it not to have a TL or to give it serious consideration (understanding the potential physical complications before they do it). Tracy<br /><br /><em>Posted by albmdb (Member # 12062) on September 24, 2008 11:44 AM:</em><br />I had tl in 12/98 after the birth of my son. No problems durning preg, however my husband then was very abusive, mental,physical,emotional. I really wanted more kids later on but not with him, so i had tl. yes i really regreted but i always thought i would never be able to get away from him so that is why i had tl done, before my son turn 1year old he left me for a much younger girl, she was 18 and i was 21 with 2 kids, she had none. that was my chance to move away, i did and got my life changed and met the man of my dreams, he had no kids and always treated my kids as his own. we dated 3 years and then i finally married him in 2003. I am so happy and so are my children, my children have not seen there real father and they dont care too. They are only 9 and 12. So now i have tr and we are trying for a baby and my children are so happy, they both said they cant wait to be the big brother/sister.We also talked to them before we had the tr done and they was please to know mom could have a new baby some day.<br />My tr was 4/7/08 and no bfp yet and my cycles have been way off, around 38 to 40 days.<br />SO yes i really regreted doing tl.<br /><br /><em>Posted by HisWill (Member # 12511) on September 24, 2008 12:00 PM:</em><br />What is interesting to me, is that often the association between guilt and symptoms is used to explain physiological symptoms following TL. When I first began having bad symptoms, very soon after TL, I didn't even regret the decision yet. I was convinced it was "for the best". My symptoms went on for months and months, until I began praying and crying about what I had done... So, my question (and I've answered this for myself on a personal/spiritual level) was did the symptoms CAUSE me to begin to realize and regret what I had done, since they came first? My TL was necessary to change my heart to understand what God had given me, and that what I had done (for me and my family) was wrong! I decided on the TL absent of my faith in God, and against my husband and doc's recommendations! So, once I realized what I had done, and that it would cost my family 7k for a trip to repair it, it hit me very hard. I'm thankful I had the TL because through it, I learned that large families, and children in general are the tool that God is using in me to mold me to what He wants me to be...had I not had it, I would be pregnant another time or two, and maybe I would view these additional children as blessings but burdensome, since my heart needed the change in many ways to ensure that my faith was complete. **Oh, and to touch on the blog, no pastor told me that my TL was "against God's will". This was something very personal between me, God and my husband. No pastor is in our bedroom-only Christ dwells there. I'm not religious, so it isn't about "rules" of do's and dont's. I'm saved by Christ, so for me, it was about the Holy Spirit working in a way to change my heart about this particular subject, just as He has in other ways-no rules. I don't believe you have to have lots of kids to be a Christian! If we never had another, I know my heart and so does God..this is a personal heart change of faith.** Blessings, Andrea<br /><br /><em>Posted by Jennifer K. (Member # 7884) on September 24, 2008 12:14 PM:</em><br />I may be unique in that I don't regret having my TL. At the time it was the right decision for me and I had no way of knowing how my life would change. I am grateful that I found CH and Dr. Berger who was able to give me what I needed when it came to the TR. I now have a beautiful daughter and I know that everything that came before, including my TL and TR, was so I could eventually have her in my life. Jenn<br /><br /><em>Posted by HisWill (Member # 12511) on September 24, 2008 12:20 PM:</em><br />I love your perspective JenniferK! That's exactly how I feel. Of course, I do wish I would have fully considered it with prayer before hand...but I do believe we must often go through bad things to open our eyes or to end up where we need to be!God Bless and congrats on having the baby you so wanted! Andrea<br /><em><br />Posted by RebeccaJ (Member # 12216) on September 24, 2008 12:26 PM:</em><br />I had my tl right after my dd was born nearly 13 years ago. I didn't regret it at first, but within a year and our situation changed, then I regretted it.<br />We had the tl for financial reasons and very selfish reasons on my part. I smoked and could not take birth control and I was not aware of other methods, (shot etc.) until after the fact. (I have quit smoking since this time) I was also pressured by my mother and husband who informed me that four was enough.<br />In addition, I had lost a baby just prior to conceiving my dd. My husband was worried something would happen to me.<br />The sad part was, I was only 32 years old. I am now 45, had my tr this past July. If God blesses us then we are open to a blessing, if our time came and went then at least I will be relieved of my post ligation symptoms. I watched my sister get her tubal a few months after I had my daughter, (she had to have an emergency c-section and they let me go in with her). If you ever see this, you would never get a tl. God Bless Rebecca<br />TR 07/28/08<br /><br /><em>Posted by Amy1234 (Member # 5192) on September 24, 2008 01:02 PM:</em><br />Mine was a divorce and remarriage to a man with no children that got me searching the net. We have one together and are ttc #2, then I will have another tl. I am so glad we had tr as an option to allow us to complete our family together. Amy<br />TR Baby 5/31/07<br />TR #2...hopefully soon<br /><br /><em>Posted by in-Gods-hands (Member # 11795) on September 24, 2008 02:00 PM:</em><br />I had regret not long after because my body started acting up.I wanted something done before I even meet my now husband.My TL was done when I had a c-section with my last child.At the time and being with my first husband having no more children was the right thing. If I had not felt so bad I would not have thought about a TR. I am now remarried to a great man with no children of his own. But I will tell any that even if I never get blessed with another child, doing away with PTLS was wroth it all to me. I feel like myself again and my DH loves it because we get out more and have fun now. Before I felt to bad through out my cycle to where I did not even want to leave the house. Miranda<br /><br /><em>Posted by Flutist29 (Member # 12785) on September 24, 2008 02:09 PM:</em><br />I agree with the PTLS! My experience has been horrible since my TL. My poor DH has had to see me be in pain and deal with ME during it all for the last 3.5 years. I'm looking forward to relief myself. Getting pregnant is a desire, but we are turning that over to God.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Tanya from VA (Member # 9507) on September 24, 2008 02:44 PM:</em><br />My situation is a bit different than many here, but similar as well. I had my TL in 2000 after the birth of my second child. My dh and I were both working-full time outside the home, and finances were as crunched as they can be. We had one of each, and we were saving for our first single-family home. Neither of us liked birth control much - as married people we just found it tedious and unnecessary so we opted for the TL. We never could have forseen the time when finances changed, and original desire I had for three children would be become within our means both financially and being able to be at home full-time. I had moments of deep regret but mostly because other circumstances made our decision vs. us making it because we were complete. I didn't have daily regrets, I was not emotionally wrecked - just a longing and the occasional ache for something that I knew couldn't be. When I found CH - it was a dream come true. I'd never even heard of having it reversed! I couldn't get there fast enough. It didn't take long, and we were in CH getting it done. And while we had some ups and downs (one chemical, one loss at 10 weeks) we eventually welcomed our first TR baby in May 08. During the pg we had many long honest conversations about after and all the factors: the long emotional journey ttc, our ages, the age differences in our children - we agreed our family was going to be complete. There were some medical concerns but those aside - I would have re-ligated my tubes anyway. I'm 37 next month, I have three children and my life is very full. I know my limitations, and with the tools we have - we can raise these three within our means, still save, still enjoy our lives and give our children as much as we can. I have no regrets NOW, but I've never experienced PTLS or any other physical issues. After my first ligation I would get teary on occasion watching A Baby Story or seeing a pregnant lady, now I'm so over baby stuff it's a 180 change. Like everyone - I'm eternally grateful to CH for helping us have another child and completing our family. But I always expected to have my tubes re-tied - and have no regret at all. BFP's to all!<br /><em><br />Posted by Kathy, ST (Member # 8285) on September 25, 2008 08:03 AM:</em><br />The expression of emotion from each of these stories creates a great support system for those women with this shared experience, whether it be tubal ligation, tubal reversal or both.<br />Kathy<br /><br /><em>Posted by in-Gods-hands (Member # 11795) on September 25, 2008 08:19 AM:</em><br />Flutist29 I know what you mean. I saw your big day is October the 8th. That is my birthday. I will truly be thinking of you on that day and saying prayers for you. I wish you all the best. It is funny too that we both live in NC. Tanya from VA your story is a great one that reminds us we never know how things will go. I wish you all the best. Miranda<br />ME-27<br />DH-22<br />DS-8<br />DD-4<br />TR-3/24/08<br /><br /><em>Posted by Eric'sGirl (Member # 10652) on September 25, 2008 10:31 AM:</em><br />Jennifer K... kudos to you for such a positive spin on the situation. Mine - a story that has been and will be told (UNFORTUNATELY) time and time again. A bad, abusive relationship... two babies back to back (blessed with a girl and a boy) and knowing I was leaving "some day" - couldn't risk another pregnancy. Dr. was going to do clips because I was so young. I said he had to do the "traditional" cut and burn... or I would catch hell at home for having something "removable." It could only mean I was planning to leave and start over again someday. TL Dr. went above and beyond the call of duty on that one! But Dr. B to the rescue! He pulled off some fancy work in there! No regrets, NOW! Through it all, I have meet some of the most amazing people: a doctor and a staff unparalleled any where on this planet, an amazing support group of women I will never meet and my October '07 girls... some of the best friends a girl could want. So, Jennifer K, I have come to your way of thinking. It all happens for a reason. One year TR anniversary is coming up... still no Berger Baby - yet, my life has been blessed one thousand times over by this whole journey! Thank you CHTRC staff! Chrissy<br /><br /><em>Posted by justnotme (Member # 12842) on September 25, 2008 11:11 AM:</em><br /><br />I also now regret having a TL. I had mine 18 months ago after the birth of my 2nd child. We were blessed with a DS and DD and felt that no matter what anyways 2 children were enough for me. I had the TL because I as well did not want to have to deal with BC pills etc and figured I was having a repeat c/s so I would do then. Another factor was my age. I was 37 when I had my DD and thought gosh, I don't want to be having another one later on in life. So, after discussion with my OB about PTLS (I did research before my TL and stumbled across this website but didn\'t't really fully understand because of course I had not had it done yet) she informed me that it did not exist. Sooo, had it done. I didn't get my first AF until 6 months after my DD due to breastfeeding, but let me tell you it was a doozie!! I had never experienced something like that before. I just thought, oh well it's the first one post partum and dealt with it. Then I started noticing many more symptoms each month. So, I went searching again on the web and ended up here again. It has come full circle. PTLS does exist and that is why I am having the TR. To add to HisWill questioning whether the guilt or symptoms brought on the regret. For me it was the symptoms then the regret came. After reading about PTLS and it's affects on women, I then felt really BROKEN. I am now not only on a quest to feel better but to feel whole. I have a lot of faith in GOD and definitely feel like He led me back here so I need to do what I know in my heart I need to do. Not only for me but the health and well being of my family. My TR is scheduled for Oct 29th and I am sooooo excited to have it done. I am so glad the we have the Dr.s and staff at CH to help us all heal for whatever reasons we did this for. Thank you all for letting me share my story with you and I enjoyed reading all of yours. Lisa<br /><br /><em>Posted by HisWill (Member # 12511) on September 25, 2008 11:24 AM:</em><br />Lisa that's a great story. I pray the very best for you! I agree with you about symptoms first helping to lead to a feeling of being broken. It bothers me when the reverse is associated...like because we are sad we can't have children, suddenly our bodies are sick. I didn't even REALIZE I had regret until the symptoms of PTLS kept bludgeoning me. God Bless! Andrea<br /><br /><em>Posted by gotthebabybug (Member # 12913) on September 25, 2008 11:37 AM:</em><br />I want to share my experience with TL. I had 2 little ones and divorced my husband. It was a bad situation and I had to get out of that home. I was 14 hours away from family and wanted to stay in the area because of the children. Even if me and their father didn't get along it was no excuse for moving across the country. I stayed and ex remarried and our relationship changed. I actually consider his wife one of my closest friends, strange I know. So that leads my to baby number three. I started a relationship with a co worker big mistake. We eventually moved in together and I thought everything was peachy. He had a daughter from a previous marriage and he just adored her. I mean I never saw a man just love a child so much. He was also good with my boys, taking them out fishing all the time. A year into the relationship we discussed having a child of our own. Well the mere thought of it and bingo bango I was PG. Morning sickness was horrible and a month or 2 into it he tells me he is leaving and he wants me to have an abortion. My ex and his wife took me and the boys in for awhile because I was so sick and in shock. I actually had a discussion about abortion because I was just lost and didn't know what to do. Then I thought to hell with him I can do this on my own. He realized that this baby was coming like it or not. We managed to remain friendly and he went to child birth classes with me and was there for delivery. His mom was there too. He wanted baby to have his last name and I agreed not thinking things through - to hormonal. Anyway during the pregnancy I decided that all men were evil and it was best that I not having anymore children. He brought me and baby home from the hospital and never came around again. I called and asked for some help with support and wanting him in her life. He said he would give me $50.00 a month! I was in college and didn't want to take him to court so I agreed. Well he would call me and say I am in the parking lot come and get your money. Not once did he ask to see her. I called one night and asked for a little extra because I was low on diapers. He showed up with a check and stood in front of me and ripped it in half. What a man. I cried I didn't know what I was going to do. He said take me to court if you want the money. So I did and guess what he said it wasn't his. I think he did this to drag out the process. We had to take a paternity test and viola 99.9% his. This was almost a 2 year process. I finally started getting money and he quit his job, go figure. He then said he wanted visitation just to make me miserable not because he wanted anything to do with this child. I was financially comfortable at this point and really didn't need his money. I told him I will drop all child support if you agree to stay away. He didn't want this child and I didn't want her in an environment that was not good for her. She will be 8 next month and DH is the only daddy she has ever known. He would like to do a step parent adoption but I have fear of contacting her biological father. I did actually sit down and talk to her about him a few weeks ago. I have pictures and video of him at the birth and I want her to know about him. Anyway I know this is a long post. I have matured over the years and I had TL for all of the wrong reasons. I regret it and it has been an emotional roller coaster for me. I am grateful to have found this site and look forward to my TR. Going through this has made me a strong woman who will stand up for what is right. I have faith that this will all work out for me and a baby will bless our family. Kim<br /><br /><em>Posted by KimSmi (Member # 7996) on September 25, 2008 11:43 AM:</em><br />Life is a funny journey and it is best not to look back. I am another person who never regretted my TL. I had it when married to my ex and if I hadn't, we might have had more children together. Though I would not trade my kids for the world, it is best that he and I did not have any others together. I had TR in 2005 and we (me and my current DH) gave 2.5 yrs of our lives to TTC. We made a wholehearted effort to have a baby together. Lots of life changes happened in 2.5 years and we decided we did not want to expand the size of our family, so DH had a vasectomy in January this year. Still no regrets. Each choice we've made has been right for that time in life. Best to everyone.<br />Kim<br />TL 5/1999<br />TR 6/2005<br />DH-V 1/2008<br /><br /><em>Posted by jessicad (Member # 12914) on September 25, 2008 12:03 PM</em>:<br />KimSmi - I really enjoyed reading your post and your statement "Life is a funny journey and it is best not to look back." That really says a lot. I too really have no regrets from getting my TL. Granted, now we're considering the possibility of having a TR, but at the time the TL was what we wanted. Maybe we could have chosen a less "permanent" option, but hey! we did what we felt was right. We never know what the future holds for us.<br /><em><br />Posted by hpygrl (Member # 12861) on September 25, 2008 12:38 PM:</em><br />I chose to have my TL because I was married to an abusive man and could not imagine bringing another child into that.(I would not change having my DS and DD from that relationship though) But at the time I was not sure that I would survive everything that I was going through and my ex was looking for another reason to tie me to relatioship longer...and he thought another child was it. Any way, this could drag out for ever so I will cut it short. I chose to have my TL with no support from him. My sister was by my side the whole time and supported me more than I could have ever imagined. My GYN did try to talk me into something less permanent, but I was afraid my ex would take that as a sign that I may be planning to leave him one day since he all ready knew I did think that us having more children was a good idea. I did not regret my decision at all until I met a wonderful man and he asked me to marry him. He has no children of his own and initially we were fine with the idea of not having children together. Well, now that time has passed and we have both changed our mind about that I have scheduled my TR for Oct. 27. We are looking forward to TTC and will hopefully be bringing a little one into our family soon!<br /><br /><em>Posted by in-Gods-hands (Member # 11795) on September 25, 2008 12:48 PM:</em><br />gotthebabybug<br />What a touching story. I am so glad to hear that good or bad you have learned to stand up for what is right. The is what truly learning from your life is. My DH would like to adopt my 2 kids as well. But like you I am not ever looking forward to facing my ex about it all.I wish you all the best as you do what is right for your family. Miranda<br />TR-3/24/08<br /><br /><em>Posted by gotthebabybug (Member # 12913) on September 25, 2008 01:21 PM:</em><br />Its funny how all of the bad things I went through I some how managed to turn into a positive in my life now. At the time I would never have thought I would be in such a good place in my life. I have been blessed. I am a fighter and I always pull myself back to the top. If I don't get the chance to have another baby I will be fine with that. There are other avenues out there you just gotta look.Kim<br /><br /><em>Posted by in-Gods-hands (Member # 11795) on September 25, 2008 08:05 PM:</em><br />Kim that is so true. I tell everyone, "nothing you want in this life is going to come easy". You have to be a fighter. I wish you all the best and will be praying for you. Miranda<br /><br /><em>Posted by tjsncj (Member # 12135) on September 26, 2008 07:24 PM:</em><br />I do not regret my TL either. I was married at 17 had 3 kids by age 22 and had the TL during the c-section of my last baby. I had always wanted only 3 kids plus they said my uterus was thin and shouldn't have any more so I had the TL. Fast forward 17 years later and me ex left us for a snotty biotch. He definetely deserved what you got, she's a peach and makes him sleep in the basement. Two years later I remarried a younger man that had no children. The whole time after the TL I had no desire to have any more children but after I met him that was the only thing I wanted more than anything - giving him a child. Even though I hadn't wanted anymore I couldn't bear to live with myself if I was the reason he never had children. So we decided to have the TR and if it worked then it was meant to be. It apparently was meant to be because I had my TR on 9-7-05 and had a baby boy on 4-28-07. He came 6 weeks early on his daddy's 32nd birthday. It was rough adjusting to a baby again. My other kids were 21, 19 and 16 at the time. Of course they adore him and just seeing the way DH looks at his son makes it all worth it. I had another TL in October 2007 and I have not regretted that TL either. Good luck to all those that are TTCing. Like JenniferK, I think the journney I am on happened for a reason and he is now clomping around the house in his new shoes, dragging his blanket behind him where ever he goes. JoAnn<br /><br /><em>Posted by melissa29 (Member # 12929) on September 26, 2008 08:33 PM:</em><br />hi everyone i got my TL only seven years ago after my forth child and now im remarried and my husband loves my kids like his own but he really would like one of his own.</span> <p></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-42771236829002715722008-08-02T17:38:00.000-07:002008-08-02T17:49:12.774-07:00Pregnancy Is Possible With Only One Fallopian Tube<table align="right" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tr><td align="center">Tubal Ligation </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center"><img src="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/images/falope-ring.jpg" alt="Tubal ligation by fallope ring." width="175" height="153" /></td> </tr></table><br /><br />The <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/fallopian-tubes.htm">fallopian tube</a> is approximately 10 cm in average length prior to tubal ligation surgery.<br /><br />Ligation (tying) and <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal_ligation_Pomeroy.htm">resection</a> (removal) of a portion of the fallopian tube is the most frequent method of blocking the tubes. The amount removed will typically be about .5 - 3 cm and, allowing for some damage to the ends of the tube, there should be ample tube remaining for tubotubal anastomosis.<br /><br />Mechanical occlusion (blockage) of the tubes by <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal_ligation-tubal_ring-tubal_clip.htm">rings, clips, bands</a> usually damages 2 cm or less of each fallopian tube and rejoining the healthy tissue usually results in 7 - 8 cm tubal lengths.<br /><br />Tubal <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal_ligation_coagulation.htm">coagulation or cautery</a> (burning) usually causes the most damage to the tube. However, even women with very short tubal lengths remaining may become pregnant, including those women with only one tube. This means in nearly all cases Dr Berger is able to <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/reverse-tubal-ligation.htm">reverse tubal sterilization</a> regardless of the specific type of method used to block the tubes originally. <br /><br />The operative report (and in the case of resection TL's the pathology report) of your tubal ligation can be <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal_reversal_forms.htm">faxed to us</a> so Dr Berger can determine in advance if tubal reversal is likely to be successful. If you can not obtain your operative report and the type of tubal ligation method is unknown, Dr. Berger can begin your surgery with diagnostic laparoscopy to examine your fallopian tubes.<br /><hr /><br />In the Message Board topic below, members of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center forum post their stories about pregnancies that have been achieved with one open fallopian tube following tubal reversal surgery. There are many times that women are told that repair of a fallopian tube is not possible due to the length of the tube. The experience of the physicians at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has changed the answer to that question for many women. The length of the fallopian tube after tubal ligation is an important factor in the success of tubal reversal surgery. Dr. Berger measured the lengths of fallopian tubes during surgery and compared this to pregnancies reported. He found that pregnancy was achieved with tubal lengths of less than 2.5cm. It was also discovered that a repaired fallopian tube of any length can result in pregnancy. This was even the case for women with just one tube.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t025539.htm">Calling all short tubers with <acronym title="Tubal Reversal">TR</acronym> Babies in forum After Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 17, 2007 02:55 AM:</em><br /><br />I have begun to get the idea from other posts that I have read; many women would like to hear some promising words/stories of hope regarding short tubes and live births. How many ladies with shorter tubes have carried to term out there?? Please share your stories and give those of us with shorter lengths us some encouragement. Thank you in advance!<br />Kat<br /><br /><em>Posted by Rita-D (Member # 11221) on July 17, 2007 03:04 AM:</em><br /><br />Hey Kat are ya still out there? What are your tube lengths if you don`t mind me asking?<br />Rita-D<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 17, 2007 03:06 AM:</em><br /><br />Hi Rita,<br />rt. 4.5 lt.5.5<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 17, 2007 03:14 AM:</em><br /><br />I am mostly wanting to get some feedback because of another thread poster who is asking about why so many miscarriages seem to be happening. I guess I am wondering if short tubes are an issue because someone said that the egg doesn't have enough time to develop before implantation is supposed to occur... this little blurp has me "thinking" this little comment has me unable to sleep very well. I just think that I would feel better if some TR Moms shed some experience on the subject for me. <br />Kat<br /><br /><em>Posted by lisamarie67 (Member # 11158) on July 17, 2007 08:38 AM:</em><br /><br />This is a very good question, and one that I have thought of myself. I'll start TTC after I am married 12/29, (TR 6/25), and lengths are shorter than yours (Lt 2/Rt 5). Thanks for asking this question. Lisa<br /><br /><em>Posted by julie weldon (Member # 9192) on July 17, 2007 09:36 AM:</em><br /><br />Hi girls, my tubes are on the shorter side, they are 3 and 3.5, after 5 months of TTC, I had an HSG, we conceived 2 weeks later and I am now home with my 4 week old, Finley Grace, it can happen...blessings to all of you, let me know if you have any questions, I will check this thread later today, time to go feed Finley.<br />Jules<br />tr 5/2/06<br />bfp 11/01/06<br />Finley Grace 6/19/07<br /><br /><em>Posted by Nicole and Jason (Member # 9705) on July 17, 2007 10:24 AM:</em><br /><br />I did not carry to term Lila was a preemie (23 weeker). My tubes are 2 and 2.5 I was PG the first month of trying. My OB said the fact she is a preemie has nothing to do with having had a TR. She is my only preemie.<br />Nicole<br /><br /><em>Posted by butter06 (Member # 10637) on July 17, 2007 10:34 AM:</em><br /><br />Jules that's wonderful news, I had my TR on 3/15/06, I am going to have an HSG next week and am praying they are open and have wonderful results like yourself... thank you for your post that really gives me hope... My R is 4cm and my L is 2.5cm so I am on the short side as well.... keeping my fingers crossed....<br /><br /><em>Posted by Amy1234 (Member # 5192) on July 17, 2007 10:48 AM:</em><br /><br />Kat,<br />I really don't think 4.5 and 5.5 is considered "short"...but if it is, I have 5 on both sides and just had my tr baby 6 weeks ago. Good luck!<br />Amy<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 17, 2007 02:46 PM:</em><br /><br />Thank you so much for the feedback, it's so wonderful to meet ladies who have "lived the dream!" You are an inspiration for sure!! I have a TR sister who's lengths are 10.5 & 9.5 (or something like that) I consider myself short compared to that for sure. I know there are ladies with shorter lengths than I, but hearing your stories of success are uplifting to us all. My recent concern is what would I do if my tubes turn out to be blocked? Would I attempt another TR or give up TTC all together? So... you are giving me hope and I appreciate that immensely!<br />Kat<br /><br /><em>Posted by Kelli (Member # 5125) on July 17, 2007 03:10 PM:</em><br /><br />Very Inspiring!! Keep them coming ladies!! It gives us such hope!! This is an "uplifting" thread, THANK YOU kat. I was part of that negative thread and I apologize. Good luck everyone!! Kelli <br /><br /><em>Posted by pregnantwvgirl (Member # 11113) on July 17, 2007 03:32 PM:</em><br /><br />Kat<br />My tubes are the same as yours. Rt. 4.5 and left 5.5 I had my tr on 3-29-2007. I am now 11 weeks pregnant and my Dr. says everything looks great.<br />Tammy<br /><br /><em>Posted by wife of rascal (Member # 10871) on July 17, 2007 03:46 PM:</em><br /><br />i am a one tuber and a short tuber had TR 9/2/05 R 0 L 3.5 first bfp 11/13/05 patricia was born 7/18/06 she turns one tomorrow i am currently 19 weeks 3 days pg with TR baby #2 good luck to you all BTW i got pg immediately as soon as i Oed on my good side and i have never had a miscarriage I'm am 39 years old.<br />virginia<br /><br /><em>Posted by pregnantwvgirl (Member # 11113) on July 17, 2007 03:49 PM:</em><br /><br />Virginia that is wonderful<br />Tammy<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 17, 2007 05:13 PM:</em><br /><br />Wow, I am so encouraged by all of you! Thank you so much for sharing your successes with all of us "hopefuls!" You are all what will keep me in a positive frame of mind. Please keep sharing! <br />Kat<br />p.s. Today I got my operative report from Dr. B (I emailed and requested a copy for my OB/Gyn) "I had it backwards" I'm Rt.5.5 and Lft. 4.5 it also mentioned that my left ovary looks polycystic, but ovulatory. That word polycystic seems scary to me... yikes!<br /><br /><em>Posted by Jo Ann01 (Member # 3764) on July 17, 2007 05:24 PM:</em><br /><br />Kat - I have 4.5 left and 4.0 right. My right side is blocked. But I have a 3 year old TR son. It took us 15 cycles to see a +++. When TTC TR baby#2 it only took 4 cycles to see a +++, but ended in early m/c. It has been a year since the m/c, but we are not actively TTC, just not using any b/c.<br />Your lengths are JUST FINE!! Your time is coming.<br /><br />Jo Ann<br /><br /><em>Posted by bexngeo (Member # 8943) on July 17, 2007 05:25 PM:</em><br /><br />I have tubes that are on the shorter side--Lt-3.5 and Rt-5.0. I had my TR 1/3/06 and got my BFP 10/18/06, right after my 39th birthday. I just gave birth to our beautiful daughter, Tristan. Wishing you all the best!!<br />Becky<br /><br /><em>Posted by mrs.bennani (Member # 7864) on July 17, 2007 07:29 PM:</em><br />is there any ladies out there that had 2.5 on each side had a full term pregnancy ?<br /><br /><em>Posted by sjr (Member # 9566) on July 17, 2007 10:35 PM:</em><br /><br />This is sooo great ladies!! I"m wondering how many had hsgs done???<br />Keep the faith<br />sjr<br />12/8/06<br />r 4<br />l4<br />pomory method tl2000<br /><br /><em>Posted by babyz07 (Member # 11036) on July 18, 2007 07:16 AM:</em><br /><br />I am a one tuber and short tuber also. I had my TR 6/18.R 0 & L 1.5 and you ladies stories has given me tremendous hope. No BFP yet just TTC. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Mumm (Member # 9387) on July 18, 2007 08:07 AM:</em><br /><br />Hello Ladies,<br />I had my tubal reversal done 4/13/2006 and one BFP that ended in miscarriage 7/2006. I had a HSG that revealed left tube blocked in 10/2006. My question is because we are short tubers, should we do anything different? Are there any test, beside the normal ones, we should have done?<br />TR 4/13/2006<br />L - 4.0 (blocked)<br />R - 3.5<br />**Contemplating on having another HSG soon****<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 18, 2007 11:48 AM:</em><br /><br />Oh my gosh! I just love hearing from all of you!! Your stories are so comforting to me!! Thank you so much... please keep sharing! <br />Mumm: I hope someone will chime in if they know of something we should be doing differently or some testing that we should check out... does anyone know??<br /><br />JoAnn: Thank you for your encouraging words you are s nice to share your success with us! Thank you for your kindness.<br />How many of you have had HSG testing?? (Thanks for the question SJR!) <br />Keep those stories coming!<br />Kat<br /><br /><em>Posted by Jo Ann01 (Member # 3764) on July 18, 2007 03:55 PM:</em><br /><br />You are most welcome. I remember being where you are at, and it can be a hard road.<br />I had an hsg done after 12 cycles and no BFP. I saw a +++ on the third cycle afterwards. I don't know if it is related, but had heard it could "clean the cobwebs out of your tubes" so to speak.<br />Jo Ann<br /><br /><em>Posted by Kelli (Member # 5125) on July 18, 2007 07:53 PM:</em><br /><br />Mrs. Bennani, I wanted to share with you a story I was following on the board around 2.5 to 3 years ago. The reason it caught my eye was that this woman tubes were almost the same as mine. 2.5 on each side. Mine are 2.5 and 3 so this lady really encouraged me and gave me so much hope. Her board name was Jen and then numbers after it. She had gotten pg very quick after the TR, within 5-6 months I believe. What I remember most about her was she was so calm about everything, didn't seem to worry or even consider the fact that something could go wrong. It was almost as if she never read the board and didn't even realize the what-ifs. She just posted and said she was pg, gave her numbers and U/S results and went on to have her baby. This board is good, but I believe sometimes its almost addictive. At least with me it has been a couple of times. With me, everything wrong that happens to someone else automatically gets stored in my head and is there when I get that +. I'm not saying its those thoughts that have made me miscarry but I almost wish I wouldn't think of those things and stress over them. Stress is not good for pg. Anyway, she did say that she took vitamins and evening primrose, I think that's what its called. I wish she would still visit the board because her story really was inspiring to all the short tubers. Well, I just wanted to give you hope!!! Good Luck!!! And lets all try to relax and do all we can to enjoy our journeys!!! -Kelli<br /><br /><em>Posted by Matty (Member # 7254) on July 19, 2007 01:33 AM:</em><br /><br />I had my TR on 2/21/2007 with R-2.0 & L-2.0. Dr. wanted asked me to do an HSG both are open just no BFP. This is the last month that I will actively TTC after July 31 if no +++++ I will not do temps, OPK I will just leave it to faith.<br /><br /><em>Posted by mrs.bennani (Member # 7864) on July 19, 2007 09:52 AM:</em><br /><br />Kelli i really have alot of respect for you are so positive and that is what alot of women need in their lives good luck to you i wish the best sending lots of baby dust your way<br /><br /><em>Posted by mrs.bennani (Member # 7864) on July 19, 2007 09:53 AM:</em><br /><br />Good luck to all of you ladies <br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 19, 2007 10:54 AM:</em><br /><br />Thank you Kelli, you bring a lot of insight to the idea that the boards can become addictive (I am sure they can be if you let them) I find that they can also be the support that the doctor ordered at times. It's a double edged sword I suppose. It's an inspiration to share triumphs though, the kind that we have seen here on this thread... I am feeling so hopeful and more at peace just hearing all of these amazing and uplifting success stories...by them sharing I feel strengthened and encouraged not to lose heart. I hope you feel that way too. Please keep sharing, and I hope that Jen will find us to share her story... the more the merrier! "Tough times never last, but tough people do!"... that's a quote from a good book. I appreciate all of you!<br />Kat<br /><br /><em>Posted by BlessedMommyKat (Member # 10940) on July 20, 2007 11:51 AM:</em><br /><br />It's pretty quiet in here...<br />I hope there are more of you who will share your success stories with us! I really look forward to reading your posts! <br />Kat<br /><br /><em>Posted by berta8133 (Member # 11188) on July 24, 2007 07:24 AM:</em><br /><br />Hi. I just came across this thread.. I had my TR yesterday, 7/23/07 with an outcome of 3 on each side. Dr B side reconnection went great and all looks good.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Melissa Lamb (Member # 11304) on July 30, 2007 07:25 PM:</em><br /><br />Hi everyone. I had a TR done by Dr. Berger in March of 05. We didn't really try but we are now.The comments about short tubes give us hope.Mine are 3.5 and 2.0 Congrats to all of you who have had babies.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Melissa Lamb (Member # 11304) on August 01, 2007 07:23 AM:</em><br /><br />Hi ladies, thanks for sharing your info.My tubes are 2.0 and 3.5.I had my TR on March 2,05 on my 32 birthday we haven't tried seriously until a couple of months ago.You ladies give us hope.Thank you.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on July 30, 2008 08:35 AM:</em><br /><br />hello,<br />I am a fellow short tuber with only one tube r-0, L-2.5 so I really love to hear all of the success stories that are out there for us shorties! Please keep them coming! I had TR 7/24/08 and I know that I O'd on my left (good side) in July but I'm still going to start trying and keep praying.<br />I hope to hear more good stories soon to keep this thread alive!!<br />Baby Dust to all!<br /><br /><em>Posted by amber3729 (Member # 12673) on July 30, 2008 01:31 PM:</em><br /><br />I have one tube 2.0 c on right side. I just got my first positive OPK today! I'm not sure which side I am ovulating from, but i feel a twinge on my right side! So Here i go!! Ill let you ladies know what happens in 2 weeks my TR was 7-1-08<br /><br /><em>Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on July 30, 2008 08:34 PM:</em><br /><br />Good luck Amber!!! I hope that you get your BFP soon!!!!!!!!!!<br /><br /><em>Posted by 1more4us (Member # 12667) on July 30, 2008 11:16 PM:</em><br /><br />I'm also have only my right tube 4cm. I've read lots of success stories, so I know it can happen for us too. Everything I've read says our chances are the same as with two tube, it just might take a little longer.<br />I have a friend who also only had one repairable tube that is 2.5, she now has a 6mo old little boy and it only took her five months to conceive. She conceived naturally. It can happen!!!<br /><br /><em>Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on July 31, 2008 12:44 PM:</em><br /><br />I just love success stories!!! Keep them coming. We have to keep this thread open for us shorties!!!<br />Baby dust to all!!!<br />hey maybe we can make a shortie countdown to BFP or something.<br /><br /><em>Posted by imhopeful (Member # 12674) on July 31, 2008 12:50 PM:</em><br /><br />I am enjoying all of the success stories as well. I had my TR 4/10/08 and have 2.5L. I am have an HSG in Sept. to make sure that it is not blocked. AF just came yesterday, so no BFP this month.<br />Baby Dust to you all!<br />Dawn<br /><br /><em>Posted by babyz07 (Member # 11036) on July 31, 2008 03:13 PM:</em><br /><br />Hi,I had my TR on 6/18/2007 with r 1.5. Had HSG in April 08 and tube is open. Congrats to all that have recvd their BFP and Good luck to all of us. <br /><br /><em>Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on July 31, 2008 05:52 PM:</em><br /><br />here is the thing too! Yeah, most of the time when you look at the pregnancy reports most of those women have two tubes BUT, not both of their tubes are long ones and who really knows which tube was responsible.....<br />Baby Dust to all!!!!!!!!<br /><br /><em>Posted by Hopingfortwo (Member # 12373) on July 31, 2008 07:30 PM:</em><br /><br />I am also a one tuber L 2.5<br /><br /><em>Posted by ShirleyL (Member # 12606) on August 01, 2008 12:06 PM:</em><br /><br />Hopingfortwo<br /><br />Keep the faith and keep on believing.What is for you nobody can take it away. Good Luck on your journey.<br /><br /><em>Posted by kylady (Member # 12198) on August 01, 2008 08:30 PM:</em><br /><br />I also have one short tube my left tube is .75 I thank I have the shortest tube ever. But I keep hoping and praying.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Hopingfortwo (Member # 12373) on August 01, 2008 09:50 PM:</em><br /><br />I believe that they is a baby or two for us.<br /><br /><em>Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on August 02, 2008 09:59 AM:</em><br /><br />Hopingfortwo- we have the exact same length and tube! I am also L/2.5cm and I couldn't get my R repaired. But there are a couple of short tubers on the pregnancy report this week. One has a long tube and then a 2.5cm tube so who knows which one got her there right??!!!<br /><br /><em>Posted by Hopingfortwo (Member # 12373) on August 02, 2008 10:28 AM:</em><br /><br />I know. It only takes 1 egg and a sperm. I have alot of faith in our short tubes.<br /><hr /><br /><strong>More Fallopian Tube Length topics from the Tubal Reversal Message Board.</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t027436.htm">Pregnancies Occur With All Tubal Lengths Following Tubal Reversal </a><br />Dr. Berger's detailed statistics on all of his tubal reversal patients include tubal length, age of patient, and type of tubal ligation. Dr. Berger's patients have had successful pregnancies with all different tubal lengths following tubal reversal surgery. The Weekly Pregnancy Reports Forum of the Tubal Reversal Message Board documents the wide range of tubal lengths that have led to pregnancies. There is no minimal tubal length required to conceive a healthy pregnancy following tubal reversal surgery. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-6t003076.htm">Will I Be Able To Have My Tubal Ligation Reversed? </a><br />Many women call Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center seeking tubal reversal but fearful that their tubal ligation procedure may have left them with inadequate lengths for repair. Dr. Berger is able to restore the tubes in 98% of cases, regardless of the tubal ligation method. If you can obtain a copy of your tubal ligation operative note and pathology report, this is helpful but not required. You may fax the report to Dr. Berger. If you have reason to believe your tubes were severely damaged, you may be able to have a screening laparoscopy while at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. If there is adequate tubal length for the repair, Dr. Berger will follow the laparoscopy with a "bikini cut" incision and proceed to repair your tubes. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-6t003011.htm">Is It Possible To Have A Tubal Reversal After Monopolar Ligation? </a><br />A member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center's Message Board discusses her chances of pregnancy after tubal reversal since being told she has had a monopolar Ligation. "The good news is that the tubes are repairable in 98% of the cases and we would anticipate that with 3cm removed, that there would be adequate lengths of tube remaining after surgery." Within 3 hours a nurse from the Tubal Reversal Center had answered her questions. Prompt replies to questions is one of the many ways that the staff of Chapel Hill exceed in customer service. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t004190.htm">Scheduled For Tubal Reversal Surgery And Wondering About Tubal Lengths </a><br />I was finally able to get a copy of the pathology report from my tubal ligation. I'm still waiting for the operative report, so I don't yet know what type of tubal I had done, but it sounds like they only took .5 cm from the right tube and 1 cm from the left during the TL. I'm hoping that this will put me in a good position to have the tubal reversal procedure and that I'll come out with good lengths. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-6t002985.htm">After Tubal Reversal Excited To See What The Future Holds </a><br />I just returned home from Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. I'm sitting here thinking about how grateful I am for the people and experiences in my life. I am truly blessed. Thanks to Dr. Berger and his staff I have 2 repaired tubes, 7.5 and 3 cm. I couldn't have asked for a better tubal reversal experience. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t004171.htm">Tubal Lengths And Pregnancy After Tubal Reversal Surgery </a><br />A new member of The Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board inquires whether the fallopian tubes must be a certain length to achieve pregnancy after the reversal. Patients and members of Dr. Gary Berger's staff respond with statistical information on pregnancy rates. Dr. Berger provides the most detailed information about tubal reversal outcomes available from any doctor, hospital, or medical institution. This is done through continuing follow-up with patients after surgery. Continuing follow-up after surgery helps ensure the best care for each patient and allows Dr. Berger to evaluate the success of tubal reversal surgery and the care he provides. Dr. Berger has made this a priority because of his commitment to giving patients all of the information they should have in order to make an informed decision about tubal reversal surgery. Although pregnancy rates are higher when tubes are longer, at Chapel Hill tubal Reversal Center, pregnancies have been reported with tubes as short as 2cm. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t026552.htm">You Can Have a Baby after Tubal Reversal Surgery with Just One Fallopian Tube </a><br />Jeannie posts a question on the message board of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. She asks others if they have had any pregnancies after tubal reversal surgery with only one remaining fallopian tube. The overwhelming answer is "yes". A staff member, Rhonda Brown, RN, attests that many of Dr. Gary Berger's patients have become pregnant after a tubal reversal procedure with only one fallopian tube. Message board participants also share personal stories of their successful pregnancies after their tubal reversal procedures. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t026620.htm">Pregnant After Tubal Reversal Surgery With One Tube And Ovary </a><br />A patient of Dr. Gary Berger posts on the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board that she is pregnant following her tubal reversal procedure, even though she has just one tube and ovary! In almost all cases, tubal reversal surgery is the best option for women with a previous sterilization to become pregnant. Dr. Berger is able to repair the tubes in 98% of cases with pregnancy rates as high as 86%. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t026485.htm">Pregnancy And Short Tubes Following Tubal Reversal Surgery </a><br />A woman who chose Dr. Gary Berger as her tubal reversal doctor shares the good news that she achieved pregnancy after her tubal reversal with tubal lengths of 3cm and 3.5cm. Although pregnancy rates are higher the longer the tubes are after surgery, patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center have conceived pregnancies with tubal lengths as short as 1.5cm following tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Berger. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t026493.htm">Fall Tubal Reversal Babies Arriving </a><br />Members of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board post a list of the babies born this fall and those due to be born. So far, at least 12 new tubal reversal babies have been born or are due in the two months between September 17th and November 20th. Each of these couples chose Dr. Gary Berger as their tubal reversal doctor and now welcome the new additions to their families! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t026455.htm">It's Another BFP (Big Fat Positive) Pregnancy Result At Chapel Tubal Reversal Center </a><br />Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board member discusses how she is pregnant for the 2nd time with only one tube repaired. "Hi everybody..a little shocking news for me. I GOT A BFP!! I had my first tr baby feb.7, my husband and I had decided right after the birth of our baby boy that we would try again and after 6 months of no success we decided to put money into our house and be happy with the 4 kids that we now have. I figured the chances of me getting pg were not great ... I only have 1 tube and it took us a long time after the tr to get are first bfp. I even made a dr. apt. to start birth control last week! Anyhow, I took a test yesterday and it is a BFP!!" <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-9t000304.htm">Pregnant With One Short Tube After Tubal Reversal Surgery </a><br />A 32 year old is one of nine patients to report new pregnancies following their reversal with Dr. Gary Berger. With one tube that is only 4cm long, she is an example that pregnancy can occur after a reversal, even with one tube that is less than half the normal length. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t024970.htm">Is Pregnancy Possible After Tubal Reversal When There Is Only One Tube? </a><br />It only takes one tube to become pregnant. Some women are born with one tube and successfully achieve pregnancy several times before undergoing a tubal ligation. At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, we have pregnancies reported nearly every week from women who have one tube following tubal reversal surgery. Dr. Berger publishes the pregnancy reports received by his office each week on the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t003886.htm">Is Tubal Reversal Possible With Only One Tube After Ectopic Pregnancy? </a><br />I am 42 and recently remarried and we both would like to have a child together. I only have one tube because of an ectopic pregnancy. I had my tubes tied when I was about 22 and I had the ectopic pregnancy when I was 30 years old. Will tubal reversal work for me?. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003177.htm">Are Short Fallopian Tubes After Tubal Reversal Associated With Faster Implantation Time? </a><br />Pregnancy rates and outcomes after tubal reversal are associated with fallopian tube lengths. The Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Study Report 2007 shows that among women with average fallopian tube lengths measuring 7.5 cm or longer, 59% gave birth or had an ongoing pregnancy. Birth/ongoing pregnancy rates declined while miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy rates increased with shorter tubal lengths. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t025539.htm">Tubal Reversal Babies Conceived With Short Tubes </a><br />Women who chose Dr. Gary Berger as their tubal reversal doctor share promising stores of hope regarding short tubes and live births. Dr. Berger maintains a database with detailed statistics on all of his tubal reversal patients and posts a weekly pregnancy report on the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board. This information shows clearly that pregnancy and birth is possible for women with short tubes after tubal ligation and subsequent tubal reversal surgery. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t003970.htm">Tubal Clamps And The Chance For Tubal Reversal Surgery </a><br />Tubal rings and tubal clips are mechanical methods of tubal ligation applied to the fallopian tubes through a laparoscopy. Tubal rings and clips damage minimal lengths of the fallopian tube and are ideal for tubal reversal. For patients who chose Dr. Berger as their tubal reversal doctor and underwent reversal of a clip or ring sterilization, pregnancy rates are approximately 75%. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-9t000291.htm">Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Report for the Second Week of July 2007 </a><br />Dr. Berger's tubal reversal patients report 16 new pregnancies during the second week of July. The women ranged in age from 27 to 40 and had all different methods of tubal ligations, including Filshie clips, Hulka clips, ligation/resection, and bipolar cautery. Their tubal lengths following reversal surgery ranged from 2.5 cm to 7.5 cm. These reports show that all methods of tubal ligation are reversible and that pregnancies occur even for women who have only one remaining fallopian tube that is very short in length. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-9t000288.htm">Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Report Shows Pregnancy Is Possible For Most Women </a><br />The office of Dr. Gary Berger reported eight new tubal reversal pregnancies during the week of June 23 - June 29. The report shows that pregnancies were achieved by patients with tubal lengths of 5 cm or less and a patient with only one fallopian tube. This report shows that for most women, tubal reversal surgery can be successful. Dr. Berger is the only doctor in the United States with a practice that is limited to tubal reversal surgery. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-1t003197.htm%20">Tube Lengths After Modified Pomeroy BTL and Subsequent Tubal Reversal </a><br />Dr. Berger's tubal reversal patients talk about their tube lengths after their tubal reversal surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. The Pomeroy and modified Pomeroy tubal ligations are the most common types of ligations performed. Dr. Berger reverses these types of ligation all of the time with very high pregnancy rates. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t003925.htm">Tubal Lengths After Tubal Reversal Surgery </a><br />A few days after her tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Gary Berger, a member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center message board posts news of her tubal lengths following surgery. Although pregnancy rates are higher with longer tubes, our comprehensive follow-up study on outcomes following tubal reversal surgery show that pregnancy is possible with tubal lengths as short as 1.5 - 2cm. Once the tubes are open, there is a chance for pregnancy to occur naturally at any time.<br /></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-40269099409017470962008-07-19T16:45:00.000-07:002008-07-19T16:48:47.947-07:00The Road to Tubal ReversalFrom New York to Japan, from Oregon to Australia - women from across the globe are finding out why Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is the place to go for tubal reversal surgery. With over 7,000 successful tubal ligation reversals, Dr. Gary Berger is able to repair the tubes in 98 percent of women wanting their tubes untied. If you want another baby and want to know if tubal reversal is right for you, contact us today.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ubb/ultimatebb.php/topic/6/3265.html">I'm out of state......Are you?...... in forum New Message Board Members at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by s_fogle27 (Member # 12700) on July 16, 2008 11:30 PM:<br /><br />Wow, I'm VERY impressed with this board. What an awesome way to network! Hubby and I are wanting the reversal. We can't find any clinics that SPECIALIZE in the reversal here in Arizona.........Are any of you traveling out of state for this procedure?<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by momto10 (Member # 11808) on July 16, 2008 11:41 PM:<br /><br />I live in Wisconsin. When you get ready to have the surgery (in the waiting room) you'll see a board with a map on it and that map has a pen placed in the hometown, for every patient. Women come from all over the world to Dr. B<br /><br />Gwen<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by tina36 (Member # 12670) on July 17, 2008 12:04 AM:<br /><br />I live in Colorado and were going to NC and Dr. Berger for the surgery.<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by amber3729 (Member # 12673) on July 17, 2008 12:24 AM:<br /><br />I came from Oregon On 7-1-08 and had mine done! They are really great,and i cant tell you how wonderful it feels to be fertile again!!<br /><br />here are my stats<br />ME 34<br />DH 33<br />DS 11<br />DS7 (8 in two weeks)<br />TR 7-1-08<br />Will TTC SOON!!!!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by s_fogle27 (Member # 12700) on July 17, 2008 12:39 AM:<br /><br />Wow! How amazing! Thank you so much for sharing! So this obviously has been a good experience so far. I have to ask......how many times have you had to go back and forth? This seems awfully expensive.<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by s_fogle27 (Member # 12700) on July 17, 2008 12:44 AM:<br /><br />Amber~<br /><br />Okay feel really silly, but I'm VERY new with all of this.......what does the following mean?<br /><br />TR 7-1-08<br />Will TTC SOON!!!!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by amber3729 (Member # 12673) on July 17, 2008 01:25 AM:<br /><br />Sorry..I had the same questions TR is tubal Reversal and TTC is try to conceive! when you are reading the posts, scroll down to the bottom of the page it will show you all the abbreviations..there are still some i dont know~<br /><br />We took care of everything in one trip. We had our pre surgery consult the day before the surgery. All medical records and tests were done by my local dr. and faxed over. They also do phone interviews prior. The staff at Chapel hill has patients come from all over the world so they are good at guiding you through!<br /><br />My friend also lives in Virginia about 5 hrs away from CH, so we went early and made a vacation out of it! Added in more to do to not waste those expensive plane tickets!<br /><br />Good Luck<br /><br />Welcome to the board~<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by nikkojay (Member # 12463) on July 17, 2008 05:46 AM:<br /><br />Hi there,<br /><br />Welcome to the message boards, you will find every answer to any question on here. The girls are very friendly and informative.<br /><br />I had my TR on 06/30/08 and I travelled all the way from Kuwait in the Middle East, I am originally from the UK but I would've been prepared to travel from anywhere to see Dr Berger and his wonderful staff.<br /><br />The operation is a breeze, they make you VERY comfortable, sometimes I forget I even had surgery I feel that good.<br /><br />If you go ahead you will have your consultation on the same day or even the day before. If you book a 3/4 day stay at the Sheraton you will be fine. The hotel shuttle even takes care of your transportation to the clinic, they have patients nearly every day, not everyone posts on the boards so it is amazing how many others you see there.<br /><br />Have you booked your TR yet? when you do, take a look at the post Waiting Room and ask them to add you to the list, it is very exciting to watch your waiting days reduce.<br /><br />Good luck and once again welcome.<br /><br />Nicola<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by pam mills (Member # 617) on July 17, 2008 05:54 AM:<br /><br />Welcome s_fogle27,<br />If you scroll to the bottom of this page you will see a list of abbreviations, they are quite helpful! )<br />Our patients travel to Chapel Hill only once, for the actual surgery.<br />The entire preoperative process is done over the phone, by fax and email. It is quite a precise process and works quite well.<br />Our tubal reversal nurses are always available by phone or email if you wish to ask more personal questions.<br /><br />Pam Mills, CRNA<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by waitingandanxious (Member # 12597) on July 17, 2008 06:21 AM:<br /><br />Hi I'm flying to CH from NYC, NY to have my TR done by Dr.B .<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by carryonname (Member # 7493) on July 17, 2008 08:01 AM:<br /><br />Hi, I flew from Illinois to have my TR done on 4-07-05, I have 2 TR babys, both boys and we are currently TTC our last TR baby,(TTC a baby girl). You will have the best experience, from the hotel which is beautiful and the room service is great. Everyone at the Tubal Reveral Center is really great people, they do everything the can to make you comfortable and to feel like home. Good Luck.<br /><br />Tracy<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by debjim (Member # 8607) on July 17, 2008 08:32 AM:<br /><br />I drove from Connecticut in March 06 and am currently 6 weeks pg with Tr baby #2!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by s_fogle27 (Member # 12700) on July 17, 2008 08:44 AM:<br /><br />I am TRULY overwhelmed (in a great way!) by the responses! How exciting is this?!?! I stayed up late last night trying to educate myself about the clinic. It sounds amazing. I have a strong feeling we may be new clients here.<br /><br />Thank you ALL so much for sharing. I haven't booked an appointment. We are actually in the process of saving for the tubal. I saw they had a pre-pay option. What an awesome idea.....did any of you try that? If we have to get a loan, we will, but if at all possible, i'd like to avoid it.<br /><br />Again thank you so much for your responses.....it meant a lot!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by danelle76 (Member # 11177) on July 17, 2008 08:50 AM:<br /><br />We drove from WI (16 hours) and would do it over again in a heartbeat! I had my TR 7/24/07..almost a year ago..Did have 1 M/C since TR (due to low progesterone we believe) but we are still optimistic and never give up trying! Good luck to you, the staff at CH is great! You have found the right place.<br /><br />Danelle<br />TR 7/24/07 R/L - 4.0<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by in-Gods-hands (Member # 11795) on July 17, 2008 10:41 AM:<br /><br />s_fogle I just wanted to say welcome to the boards. I wish you all the best as you look to getting your TR you want. I had mine on 3/24/08 but I live in NC. You will find great support from these ladies. Miranda<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by CalifMom (Member # 7194) on July 17, 2008 11:06 AM:<br /><br />Hi there sfogle we came from California. Good luck on your journey. Kari<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by JennyJ (Member # 12154) on July 17, 2008 11:24 AM:<br /><br />Im out of state also..<br /><br />When i get my TR I will be comming from MICHIGAN.. South Haven area.. think its about 17 hr drive..<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by Holden (Member # 11265) on July 17, 2008 11:34 AM:<br /><br />We came from ALABAMA to Chapel Hill, NC! It was absolutely the very best trip we have ever taken!<br /><br />If a TR is in your plans for the future...Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is the place to go! We had an awesome experience.. They are the best!<br /><br />Best Wishes and Good Luck to you in this journey!<br /><br />Lisa H.<br />TR: 10/04/07<br />MC: 1/30/08<br />Currently TTC again!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by LIZZYpooh (Member # 12432) on July 17, 2008 12:48 PM:<br /><br />I live in Wisconsin.......will be flying in ....guys<br />I got a great deal on flight and hotel....$307.00 for round trip and 3 night stay at the Sheraton Chapel Hill.................<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by JennyJ (Member # 12154) on July 17, 2008 12:55 PM:<br /><br />I was going to fly but too expensive $500 each person.. way to high for us.. would rather drive.. more private and less costly.. plus we get chance to be together..<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by jarz (Member # 9286) on July 17, 2008 01:19 PM:<br /><br />I traveled from chandler az. I did find a couple docs here that would do it but none and I mean NONE compared to Dr. Berger and his entire staff. I had my reversal 10/9/06 and an currently 21 weeks pg today. Where in Az are you?<br /><br />Jo<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by shoegirl (Member # 9481) on July 17, 2008 05:18 PM:<br /><br />I came from Nebraska. TR 2-2-06.<br />TR Baby #1 3-7-07<br />M/C at 16 weeks 10-07 (girl)<br />Currently TTC again.<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by buffbby (Member # 7848) on July 17, 2008 05:44 PM:<br /><br />Hi everyone,<br /><br />We traveled from Southern Cali to have our surgery done by Dr. B...my DH researched for two years while we saved, and Dr. B has the highest success rate in the Nation I think. Not to mention the people there are great and so helpful, and Dr. B is truly a gifted surgeon. We owe our 5th little princess to Dr. B<br /><br />Good Luck!!!<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by Karen M (Member # 11869) on July 17, 2008 08:44 PM:<br /><br />I flew in from NY to have my TR with Dr.Berger.<br />My TR was 1/10/08 and we got pregnant just 2 months after trying. I am currently 18 weeks along with our TR baby!<br /><br />Karen 27<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by Melody30 (Member # 9758) on July 17, 2008 09:21 PM:<br /><br />I will be driving with my husband from Mississippi. Good luck with your journey.<br /><br />Melody<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by jehningsmom (Member # 10769) on July 17, 2008 09:46 PM:<br /><br />We flew in from Maine<br />Louise<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by Crecia (Member # 6023) on July 18, 2008 01:45 AM:<br /><br />I flew from Arizona. I had my TR last year on 4/10/07. I got my BFP 2 months later and had my son on 3/12/08.<br /><br />Crecia<br />TR 4/10/07 R/9.0- L/10.5<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by s_fogle27 (Member # 12700) on July 18, 2008 08:25 AM:<br /><br />Wow, it sounds like so many from all parts of the nation. I'm in the city of Maricopa. I think I can find flights at around the $300 mark. I couldn't imagine driving home after surgery across country.<br /><br />Sounds like it's truly WORTH the travel though! My hope is to the procedure this coming March.<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />Posted by Linda_77017 (Member # 10314) on July 18, 2008 10:57 AM:<br /><br />s_fogle27-We'll be flying in from Houston,TX.<br />Scheduled 8/26/08<br /><br />Linda_77017Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-31422544950345282202008-05-31T16:29:00.000-07:002008-05-31T16:33:58.632-07:00Early Pregnancy Symptoms Following Tubal ReversalJeannine asks on the Tubal Reversal Message Board for input from other message board members about early pregnancy symptoms with untied tubes. She posts, "Okay, I know you can find out what early pregnancy symptoms are on the web. However, I was wondering if some of the women on the board would share their early pregnancy symptoms and when did they start to experience them (how many DPO)." Pregnancy signs and symptoms differ among women and pregnancies. The most common early pregnancy sign is delayed menstruation. Some women experience pregnancy signs even before their period is delayed. For others, signs or symptoms will not develop over a few weeks or may not even be present at all. Understanding pregnancy signs and symptoms is important for women who have had their tubes untied. Dr. Berger recommends monitoring early pregnancy with quantitative serum HCG assays and scheduling an ultrasound exam when the HCG level reaches 1500. Dr. Berger and his staff at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center want to be kept informed of all results. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is the only facility that exclusively performs tubal reversal surgery, and it has set a new standard for patient care by following up with patients and providing accurate, up-to-date pregnancy statistics.<br /><br />This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-5t027769.htm">Early Pregnancy Symptoms? in forum After Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by J9inOregon (Member # 11760) on April 23, 2008 12:09 AM:<br /><br />Okay, I know you can find out what early pregnancy symptoms are on the web. However, I was wondering if some of the women on the board would share their early pregnancy symptoms and when did they start to experience them (how many DPO).<br />Thanks for sharing!<br />Jeannine<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by iahopeful (Member # 11997) on April 23, 2008 08:04 AM:<br /><br />Hi There. Sore bb's worse than PMS. Emotional like PMS, tired and hungry. The smell of things is beyond normal and even if you don't throw up; you will gag at different smells. Gassy belly in the morning and middle of the night for me. BD is more awesome than normal. especially when your done and there is no AF!<br />Praying for a BFP for you!<br />Trish<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by iahopeful (Member # 11997) on April 23, 2008 08:07 AM:<br /><br />p.s. I was tired like a week before AF was going to come but the sore BB's didn't really start until after AF. I normally have pms and i really noticed that I wasn't as bad this time but again symptoms like it showed up after AF was due and didnt show. I also woke up a lot in the middle of the night. I tested negative like 3-4 times before I got the BFP. Clear Blue Easy is the way to go!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Karen M (Member # 11869) on April 23, 2008 08:50 AM:<br /><br />WOW I feel like Trish just crawled into my head haha.<br />Jeannine I had very similar symptoms as Trish. For about a week before AF came I started getting symptoms but I chalked it up to AF coming. My BB's were sore as heck more so than with AF, I too was emotional and very tired. My smell is so out of whack I think my entire family thinks I am crazy. I can smell everythinggggg good and bad and most of it makes me want to throw up although I haven't thrown up yet. Many symptoms came around 13-15 DPO for me and I never thought to test until I realized I was 13 DPO and I used the clearblue easy digital and it came up + within seconds!!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Jennifer K.Garza (Member # 8951) on April 23, 2008 10:00 AM:<br /><br />I also have alot of what Trish has. I didnt test until i was 2 days late ( i have Severe Bronchitis and thought i was late from the medications i was on) i have been really gassy<br />at nights ( i freak out every night thinking its an ectopic only to have it pass i know TMI) other than that my stomach feels different more full than normal but so far no sickness to report but im still early.Oh and im Very MOODY and dizzy i actually told off an old man at the grocery store (not that he didnt deserve it but that is SO Unlike me)<br />Jenn<br />TR 2/17/06<br />MC 8/06 (clomid Cycle)<br />EP 12/06 (clomid cycle)lost right tube<br />MC 3/07 (clomid cycle)<br />BFP 4/15/08 due 12/22 (we werent even TTC but Happy)<br />1st #s 21<br />2nd #s 39 (45 hours apart)<br />next blood draw Thursday and ultrasound Monday wish me luck for a sticky bean [baby]<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by J9inOregon (Member # 11760) on April 23, 2008 01:24 PM:<br /><br />Thank you ladies for your responses. I am only 10DPO.<br />I know that I absolutely want to be PG and I can be making a big deal out of nothing (which one of us hasn't). Here is what has been going on:<br />I have been burping and gassy the last two days and I normally am not at all. I avoid anything that would make me gassy but now it doesn't matter what I eat.<br />My sore BBs started only 4DPO. They usually don't start until 7-8DPO. I usually get irritable one week before I am due. I have to be very conscious of how I act because I feel overwhelmed. This time it started way earlier. Luckily, my DH listens to me say that I know it is me and I am quiet because I am worried about being snippy.<br />I have had all sorts of weird cramping. I have been clumsy lately and get light headed if I sit up too fast or lean down and then get up. I have a super sensitive nose, but then I usually do. I was writing a note in the kitchen and had to move a sealed bag of marshmellows that were a foot away from me because they smelled to strong. DH couldn't understand how I could smell a sealed bag!<br />I tested BFN today (but only at 10DPO). So either it is too early or I am just making mountains out of molehills. Just wish I could know now!<br />Jeannine<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by d02bkj (Member # 11900) on April 23, 2008 01:39 PM:<br /><br />J9inOregon, You got me laughing out loud about the sealed marshmellow bag...I don't know why, I just find it so funny! [Smile] I hope you get your +!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by iahopeful (Member # 11997) on April 23, 2008 01:42 PM:<br /><br />I was in the same frame of mind and every test was negative and the doctor told me I couldnt come in until i was like 7 days late. I was so anxious it was unreal. Then one day I went to work and smelled the coffee and just gagged. It was then I had a really good feeling I was pregnant. I went out at lunch and bought a test. I went into the bathroom at work and sat there for a good 2 minutes at least (it felt like forever) I thought for sure since it was taking so long it was negative but then I saw it pregnant and hollered OMG!!! it was the digital and all I could do was cry. I ran out grabbed my cell and called my hubby. Then sat in the breakroom and sobbed while my whole department fussed over me. I know it's not good to tell right away but I couldn't keep it in. It was all over my face especially since they all knew we had been trying. I hope you get your very own memorable day real soon!!!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Karen M (Member # 11869) on April 23, 2008 02:55 PM:<br /><br />I am feeling soooooooo much better when I read what everyone is writing about their noses!!!<br />I am literally going crazy with mine all I hear everyday from so many people is "I can't smell anything" "I don't understand how you can smell that" I can't be near anything, and everything smells bad to me or makes me sick. I am glad I am not alone<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by J9inOregon (Member # 11760) on April 23, 2008 04:58 PM:<br /><br />Thanks for all the feedback. I'll keep you posted.<br />Jeannine<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by MichelleToo (Member # 12330) on April 24, 2008 12:01 AM:<br /><br />I agree witht the ladies... tired, BBs sore, the best part - NO AF! [Smile]<br />I think one of the worst things about pregnancy for me was the smells. I could smell things when I was pregnant that I didn't even know had an odor before I got pregnant. Honestly, I had to change cleaning products because the toilet bowl cleaner made me sick. I changed deodorants (mine and DH) to unscented because they bothered me so much. I remember once we saw a dog sniffing a bush and I told my DH, you don't think that there is any odor there, but I know exactly what that dog is smelling!! [Big Grin] (Exaggerating a bit..)<br />Michelle<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by MS_LICIA (Member # 9456) on April 24, 2008 10:14 PM:<br /><br />My SURE sign/symptom were sore BB's.<br />(at least da nips were)<br />Very seldom did they ever get as tender as they were. Not even during AF were they sore. Can't recall exactly how many DPO I noticed, but for some reason, it was almost IMMEDIATELY.<br />I tested like 12 times b4 receiving a BFP on the 5th test. Prior test were negative & it was 2days just b4 AF was due.<br />Then I tested the day of & got a POSITIVE so light, I thought it was an evap line, which prompted me to test again when I did. Of course<br />I tested at different times, but I had to make sure. Confirmed it with a FRER test. I did this in the evening. This test recommends you use FMU, I didn't & received a BFP @ 5pm. Go figure.<br />I'm currently 10wks 1day preggo !! [infant]<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Peach (Member # 6668) on May 29, 2008 08:38 AM:<br /><br />Curious to know if anyone had cramping through-out the Luteal Phase. I have been cramping a bit.. almost like af, but not as strong.. irritable crampy feeling starting at 2 or 3 dpo. I have been gassy since just before "O". I am now 6dpo! I dont want to look into it much but could this be a sign?<br />Jan<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by caroljean776 (Member # 12436) on May 29, 2008 08:57 AM:<br /><br />Hi everyone. I'm about 15 DPO and due for my AF in the next couple days (usually have a 35 day cycle) I tested and got neg. but with all my pregnancies (x4) didn't get a BFP until after my missed period, even a blood test was neg. I've had horrible gas pains in am and at nite for the last week - i can lay in bed, push on my belly and pass gas! My Dh brought some lasagna into the bedroom for breakfast a few days ago and I started gagging! I wake up nauseous and go to bed farting! (TMI) I am usually in a bad mood - very edgey - a few days before AF, this week I've just been emotional - wanting to cry for absolutely no reason - but not crabby or mean. Lets keep our hopes up Jeannine! Here's a ? though, did anyone have drippage??? I'm not dry like I should be before AF. I have been dripping clear fluid - very small amounts but enough that I wear a panty liner. Anyone ???<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by caroljean776 (Member # 12436) on May 29, 2008 09:00 AM:<br /><br />Jeannine...your post was a month ago....are you pregnant???<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Rhonda Brown, RN (Member # 9485) on May 29, 2008 10:37 AM:<br /><br />It is great to see you all sharing your stories and experiences of early pregnancy symptoms . Keep us posted on how things go for all of you.<br />Rhonda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Loribeau (Member # 8892) on May 30, 2008 08:38 AM:<br /><br />Jan~<br />To answer your question-- I have cramping pretty much throughout the luteal phase, so I've learned not to read anything in to it at this point.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-18436121117609383892008-05-23T15:29:00.000-07:002008-05-23T15:35:52.814-07:00Body Mass Index (BMI) Requirements For Tubal Reversal SurgeryMembers of the Chapel Hill Tubal Message Board discuss Body Mass Index (BMI) and tubal reversal surgery. "When I get my BMI down to 35, I will be able to have tubal reversal surgery." Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center requires a BMI of less than 35, for optimal patient safety. Studies have shown that obesity causes increased risks for surgical patients, including anesthesia and wound healing complications. Other possible risks include deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary problems. Optimal Patient Safety is of our utmost concern.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/body-mass-index-bmi.php" target="_self">Body mass index (BMI) calculator for women </a><br /><br />The following is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-3t004308.htm">Weight Loss Support #7 in forum Preparing for Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<br /><hr /><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 15, 2008 11:23 AM:<br />Just thought I would also add that anyone who wants to join us for support, but is worried about listing your personal data...Don't let that stop you! We are all in this together. This is all by choice, and if you choose to leave out a piece of info, such as your current weight, that is OK.<br />For me, I feel the need to make it public, because seeing it there where others are seeing it too makes me more accountable. But that is my personal choice.<br />Let's make it another great day!<br />Louise<br />***************************<br />beebeekinsers W 196, BMI 36.4, 8 lost, 46 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 220, BMI?, 45 lost, 50 to go<br />Brandi W 160, BMI 31.2, 24 lost, 45 to go<br />Snookums W 179, BMI 32.7, lost?, 29 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI?, lost?, 45 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 15, 2008 08:00 PM:<br />Hope everyone is having a great week and making healthy choices!!<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 16, 2008 11:20 AM:<br />Only 2 more days till I weighin I've done better this week so far but not as good and I should have. I need to step it up a notch and make this week count!!!!<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Matt, ST (Member # 7398) on April 16, 2008 11:51 AM:<br />Congratulations ladies for making the decision to live healthier! I personally know that it can be difficult sometimes but it's definitely worth it. Lots of luck<br />Matt Murphy, ST<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Karen M (Member # 11869) on April 16, 2008 12:16 PM:<br />I hope to talk with someone who can give me healthy tips on weight with pregnancy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on April 16, 2008 02:45 PM:<br />I have PMS right now...any ideas on how NOT to eat everything in sight ESP sweets (chocolate)???<br />I have been walking my 2 miles everyday, but sabbotaging it with my cravings the past 2 days!!! HELP!!<br />~Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Karen M (Member # 11869) on April 16, 2008 03:00 PM:<br />lol Shannon, I wish I figured out the trick to PMS and cravings!! I can't even eat lately and I just keep gaining<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 16, 2008 07:30 PM:<br />Shannon, I don't know how true this is but I read that taking magnesium suppliments will help. Apparently we are low during that part of the cycle so we crave chocolate because it is loaded with magnesium.<br />I just try to eat healthier snacks. Eating nuts about 20 minutes before a meal makes you feel satisfied sooner so you won't pig out as much. About 12 almonds 20 mins, before a meal or if you are feeling like eating everything in site.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 16, 2008 07:37 PM:<br />Karen, I'm not a doctor but I would think if you're eating healthy and getting the proper amount of calories, watch your salt intake etc, and do what every exercise your doctor recommends, you may drop some weight and be healthier when the baby is born than you are now. I suggest speaking with your doctor and see what he has to say. He's better educated and you shouldn't start any kind of diet or exercise program without talking to him first anyway.<br />I hope you have a happy healthy pregnancy. Let us know what your Dr says.<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 17, 2008 11:14 AM:<br />Hello ladies! Make sure and let me know when you need your info updated. I lost two more pounds! I still am having a hard time making exercise priority, but I am being so so careful about what I eat!<br />Do this eat fresh. Concentrate on natural foods like fresh vegetables and fruits. Also, try to choose food that is bright and colorful, such as strawberries, blueberries, red and yellow peppers, etc. There are plenty of these foods that you could fill up on and would never cause you to gain! I know, I know, they don't exactly taste like chocolate, but the more you eat them, the more you want to eat them.<br />Here's a trick I use to tame snacking...put your favorite grapes in the freezer, and when you need a snack, these are great! They retain all their flavor, and when frozen, taste much like a popsicle. Best of all, they are so cold, you have to eat them slowly!<br />Keep it up ladies! Brandy, thanks for all the cute videos I love the exercising dogs, lol!!!!<br />***************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 220, BMI?, 45 lost, 50 to go<br />Brandi W 160, BMI 31.2, 24 lost, 45 to go<br />Snookums W 179, BMI 32.7, lost?, 29 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI?, lost?, 45 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Sarah Dziadosz (Member # 11326) on April 17, 2008 11:31 AM:<br />Keep up the hard work ladies!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 17, 2008 12:13 PM:<br />Hi lady's ,Dose anyone know what day we are sup post to update on weight loss for the week?<br />Please let me know Thanks Linda in Kentucky<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 17, 2008 12:33 PM:<br />Hi Linda,<br />You can feel free to update whenever you like! Just post your info and I will add your changes! Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 17, 2008 01:03 PM:<br />Ok thanks , I have lost 2 pounds so far this week 48 pounds to lose, IBM is 39.9 I will report weight again Sunday Thanks Linda in Kentucky Everone have a great day<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 17, 2008 02:18 PM:<br />Great Job Linda!!!! Keep it up!<br />***************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 218, BMI 39.9, 43 lost, 48 to go<br />Brandi W 160, BMI 31.2, 24 lost, 45 to go<br />Snookums W 179, BMI 32.7, lost?, 29 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI?, lost?, 45 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by mamasoup8 (Member # 11212) on April 17, 2008 04:16 PM:<br />Hi all, just wanted to stop by and encourage you all! There have now been 2 graduates (that I know of) from weight loss support to go on to have their TRs and get their BFPs so it's all worth it! Congrats Christbride!<br />I'm also trying to add in the walking daily to keep from gaining too much in this pregnancy Karen but I really wasn't able to do it during the first trimester so much as I was tired and sick all the time.<br />Be encouraged ladies, you can do this!<br />Traci<br />EDD 10/14/08<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 17, 2008 10:08 PM:<br />Hi lady's, Just a few lines to tell you all that I have a diet that works, Its a 3 day diet that will drop 10 pounds in 3 days. If any of you are interrested please feel free to email me at royalkandq@bellsouth.net for the diet . I am starting on it tomarrow so I will know by Monday morning how much you lose in 3 days. Linda in Kentucky<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 17, 2008 11:18 PM:<br />Congrats to everyone on their weightloss. I will weigh in tomorrow!!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 18, 2008 07:34 AM:<br />Hey Linda,<br />I sent you an email yesterday....when you reply, would you send me the 3 day diet? I am always skeptical of "fad" diets, but I am curious to see what it is. Thanks!<br />Hey everyonedo this! Drink 6 servings of water (8 oz. each) today!!!<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by mama_soon (Member # 11730) on April 18, 2008 02:42 PM:<br />Hey Everyone...hope your all having a wonderful friday...well I didn't try real hard this week on the diet front....next week will be better, now that spring has finally sprung here in Minnesota I can get outside...yeah....so my weight stayed the same...here are my stats...hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I will check in next week...I just wish I could make this year go by faster...I have ONE whole year to wait for my TR...oh well.....hope I am not the only one who has to wait so long...<br />weight=225<br />BMI=38.9 (OUCH...it will get better...)<br />take care ladies and the best of luck to you all in this weight loss journey.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 18, 2008 03:21 PM:<br />***************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 218, BMI 39.9, 43 lost, 48 to go<br />Brandi W 160, BMI 31.2, 24 lost, 45 to go<br />Snookums W 179, BMI 32.7, lost?, 29 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI 38.9, lost?, 45 to go<br />Mama_soon, I know a year seems so very long, but keep busy with your health improvements, and when the time comes, you will be SO ready!<br />Linda, thanks for sharing the 3 day diet. A couple of us are going to try it, and if we have good results, we will sure let everyone know! It's kind of concentrating on protein and vegetables, with only a little bread.<br />Have a great weekend, girls, and try to do something active that you enjoy! Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 18, 2008 04:46 PM:<br />Hi ladies....well I weighed and only lost one pound. I'm ok with that....it's better than gaining. I didn't get off my butt and exercise this week, but I will do better this week.<br />As for the fad diets, they just don't work. you may drop some pounds fast but when you stop that diet the weight will come back and then some. Why not go ahead and just eat healthy and exercise. There are no 3 day or miracle fixes.<br />Hope everyone has a good weekend.<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on April 19, 2008 11:08 AM:<br />Exercised this week...walked my 2 miles of hills everyday. But with AF due in 3 days, weighed in today and 1 pound down. I will admit...didn't eat the best everyday due to cravings. Tried to get all my fruit and veggies in though!! The ice cream shop in town opened and it was 70 here yesterday. Of course, we had to go, but I was good! Instead of getting my normal waffle cone full, I got a baby cone! I was proud of myself!<br />Water is a HUGE help!! Make sure you get your water EVERYDAY!!<br />Have a wonderful weekend!!<br />~Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 19, 2008 12:43 PM:<br />Hi everyone just a few lines to say, I have already lost 3 pounds and been on this diet for 1 1/2 day's , Just a reminder to the Lady's that are doing this diet with me, after 3 days go off the diet for 5 days , And repeat the diet again if you want to. And continue a health eating pattern , So you don't put the weight back on,, I hope everyone of you have great results from the diet, good luck to all of you. Everyone have a great day . Linda in Kentucky<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 19, 2008 05:48 PM:<br />Ladies, I've updated with your recent pounds lost, but since I don't have your height, I need you to refigure your BMI so we can keep that current...<br />Every pound lost brings us closer to our goal!!! Keep it up!<br />Louise<br />***************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 215, BMI 39.9, 46 lost, 45 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31.2, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 178, BMI 32.7, lost?, 28 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI 38.9, lost?, 45 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 19, 2008 06:12 PM:<br />My IBMs are 39.3 thanks Linda in Kentucky<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 20, 2008 08:01 AM:<br />OK, here's the list updated with the BMI Linda reported. Ya'll have to do this part, since I don't know your height!!<br />As of today, Sunday 42008<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 215, BMI 39.3, 46 lost, 45 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31.2, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 178, BMI 32.7, lost?, 28 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI 38.9, lost?, 45 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 20, 2008 08:55 PM:<br />Hi Louise, My BMI is 31<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on April 21, 2008 09:20 AM:<br />Hi...<br />177 today...BMI 32.5....2 down...27 to go for my FIRST goal!!<br />~Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 21, 2008 11:05 AM:<br />As of today, Monday 42108<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 215, BMI 39.3, 46 lost, 45 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 177, BMI 32.5, lost 2, 27 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI 38.9, lost?, 45 to go<br />Great job! We just have to keep the pounds coming down, even if it is 1 pound at a time!<br />My exercise goal for this week is to walk on the treadmill 1 mile every evening.<br />Tip for the day check labels for sodium, and use table salt sparingly. Too much sodium makes us retain excess fluids, and keeps that pound or two from coming off!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by byGodsGrace (Member # 12317) on April 23, 2008 03:21 PM:<br />Greetings to all of you absolutely wonderful women, I must start off this way because I have first visited this website on Sunday and feel that I am addicted, I have gone through most of the Waiting Room mail and have been so encouraged.<br />I came upon the weight lost support while going to the next thread (I started reading from WR 4? and start from the last page and come all the way to one than do that for each page).<br />I don't know any of you but I believe that what we did in haste (TL) for some of us has brought so many beautiful, compassionate people together, and I applaud you all for coming together and helping one another.<br />Let me say that I love writing but I will do my best to make this brief and post again another time.<br />I am 39/40this year, DH 43, DS 18, DS 16 and wanting twins a boy n girl would be great (I know you are listening God) I had my TL in 1991; I am 5'6 1/2 n weigh 280, BMI is 43.6.<br />I had lost 40lbs b4 when I remarried in 2005 by eating 6 times a day and being in the gym twice a day but walking lots, so I know that I can do it again. I don not drink lots of water because I was told by a Chinese herbalist that too much water effects your liver (Like water log) that is for those that have a problem with water retaintion).<br />I have not even booked yet all talked to anyone at the clinic, but you all have inspired me just by your fellowship.<br />Hope not to long will post again, really enjoying reading, I am in England by the way and will be making the trip once the weight is 3/4 down.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 23, 2008 10:22 PM:<br />Welcome to the board. I look forward to reading more posts from you. I know what you mean about this being addictive, I visit several times a day if I can.<br />Congrats on your weigh loss.<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on April 24, 2008 09:33 AM:<br />Good Morning!<br />Hope everyone is having a wonderful week!<br />As of today...<br />Weight 174.5<br />BMI 31.9<br />Down 4.5 so far!!<br />This message board is definitely helping!! I feel like I have a big group of friends rooting each other on!! THANK YOU!!<br />~Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 24, 2008 10:08 AM:<br />WELCOME to the board. You will find a lot of support here for weight loss. Congrats to the lady's that have lost weight this week.I am at a stand still or something this week.I am a little sad today. I guess its just the emotional part of weight loss. Hope everyone has a great day. Linda in Kentucky<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Sarah Dziadosz (Member # 11326) on April 24, 2008 01:16 PM:<br />Keep up all of your hard work<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 24, 2008 01:36 PM:<br />Hi girls, byGodsGrace I have added you to the list, Welcome to the Weight Loss thread! I know it has really helped me to stay focused!<br />Congrats on your weight loss Shannon! Keep it up!! I'll bet your lookin' awesome!<br />Tip for the day: If you have trouble with feeling the need to snack late in the evening, try this! After dinner is done and the kitchen is cleaned Hang a sign up stating that the "Kitchen is Closed for the night" haha!<br />Louise<br />As of today, Thursday 42408<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 44 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 215, BMI 39.3, 46 lost, 45 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 225, BMI 38.9, lost?, 45 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 100 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by winnie the pooh 61 (Member # 10368) on April 24, 2008 02:27 PM:<br />Bygodsgrace<br />I left you a message in the waiting room!<br />Good luck on your weight loss!<br />Debs<br />From The UK<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by mama_soon (Member # 11730) on April 27, 2008 11:17 AM:<br />YIPPEEE.....you can mark me down for a 5 yes 5 pound loss....whohoooo.....I am so happy....don't know what that makes my BMI I can't find the calculator on here...but I am down five pounds which puts me at 220...40 more to go....yippeee...<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by MyAngel112706 (Member # 12279) on April 27, 2008 12:02 PM:<br />I just wanted to say that a lot of times for women some of the weight is water retention so I drink lots of tea and cranberry juice because they are both natural diuretics and will help with that. Be prepared to pee a lot though. Just trying to help. I wish you all the best of luck.<br />Toni<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 28, 2008 10:11 AM:<br />Here is the link to calculate your BMI:<br />http://www.tubalreversal.net/bodymassindexbmi.php<br />mama_soon, Congrats on your 5 pounds gone!!!!! Awesome!!!!!<br />byGodsGraceI have changed you to 40 to go, that sounds so much easier!!<br />I'm changing my "to go" number to the amount I need just for the surgery for now....since I am down to less than 90 days away!! I can always keep plugging away at it before my BFP!!<br />Have a great, losing day girls!!! We have got to make every day count!!!!<br />As of today, Monday 42808<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 14 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by wantanotherchance (Member # 12157) on April 28, 2008 01:54 PM:<br />Hello everyone ,Hope everyone is having a great day. I have lost another 3 pounds weight 212 IBM is 38.8 42 pounds to go to get to the weight I want to for TR. Good luck everyone this week on your goal weight. Linda in Kentucky<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by byGodsGrace (Member # 12317) on April 28, 2008 04:21 PM:<br />Hello Ladies,<br />Thank you all so much for your support, it makes a lot of difference when you have people that can relate to what you are dealing with.<br />I went cycling this morning for about 30 mins and felt good except for that certain part of my anatomy that is too big for a little bike seat so I am a little sore down there if you know what I mean. lolol, but I will live.<br />I have lost 20lbs before so I know that I am capable but let me just share with you some of the things that helped me. HTH someone.<br />I had to eat 6 times a day to build my metabolism.<br />I started at the gym by 5:30 mornings and after working out for an hour I had a protein shake from the gym most mornings or hot oatmeal (Fiber is important it keeps you regular).<br />by 10 I would have a piece fruit (banana, apple any fruit even the banana chips) and chex mix.<br />by 12:30 1:00 I was having lunch which I would bring from home of dinner the night before (this saves from spending unnecessary money)<br />about 3:00 it was a snack again<br />5:30 dinner and then sometimes a snack after if I ate before 5:00 because I really tried not to eat after 6:00 because it really does not give us much time to work it off before preparing for bed. and if I did eat after 6:00 it was popcorn and hot chocolate or green tea.<br />the tricks were to only drink water and green tea no sweetener at all. (now this is not the best tasting but green tea helps you to loose weight, it is good for you and cleans you out so I drank it before all of my main meals.<br />And I ate all of the same foods that I used to eat (this is lifestyle so it needs to be something that you can do for the rest of your life); I just ate more often and smaller portions.<br />Because I used to retain water I cut out adding salt to my food unless it was an ingredient that was needed.I started using garlic which is good for your blood pressure and so many other things.<br />I used to eat nuts and raisins as a snack and whenever I had snacks I would always fill a paper cup and when the cup was empty of that particular snack than that was it until the next snack time.<br />Don't know if this has been helpful but it worked for me.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 28, 2008 08:08 PM:<br />Congrats to everyone on their hard work.<br />bygodsgrace thank you for sharing your plan and tips with us. It is always helpful to see what others are doing.<br />I didn't weigh in on Fri because AF was in town and it was pointless, but I will be weighing in this coming Friday. I may start going to the gym again, but I'd really rather save the money. I have a treadmill here at the house if I would just get off my butt and use it.<br />Keep up the good work everyone!!!<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by mama_soon (Member # 11730) on April 29, 2008 10:35 AM:<br />I have been doing pretty much the same as below...I cut out all soda...all bad junk food and no greasy food...I do give myself one day a week to cheat..but my last cheat day we decided to go to Burger King...well all the grease from the fries gave me very bad diarrhea..sory TMI...so I can safely say that I won't be doing that again...which should help...I have one year to go before my TR we are planning on going next April....for a combination birthdays/anniversary trip...our 3rd anniversary will be March 25, and our bdays are April 30 and May 6...so that should be a wonderful trip...well keep up the good work ladies and WE CAN DO THIS...<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on April 29, 2008 11:03 AM:<br />I know what you mean about the bicycle seats...I used to love riding, but the last time I went with the kids, I thought my rump was going to be bruised!lol anyway, walking seems to be my main mode of exercise. thanks for all the ideas! We can do this!!<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by byGodsGrace (Member # 12317) on May 02, 2008 03:33 PM:<br />Hello Ladies,<br />Hope all is well with you, I have been pretty busy with this working out business. I believe I have been doing well. (anyone that can get up at 5:30 in the morning when it is raining to cycle to the gym is doing great.<br />I think that my downstairs has adjusted to the bike seat. I cycle for 1015 minutes each day to go to the gym which I started officially on Thursday and have been working out for an hour and then riding back home to take a shower and prepare for work.<br />I have also downloaded the GI Index Tables so that I can check the foods which are low in fat and pick from there what I like and eat that.<br />It has not been too bad because I am not depriving myself of foods that I like, there are foods on there that I can live off and be happy and I am eating 45 times a day and I am genuinely full.<br />I decided to walk home from work today, it took me about 45mins; I was carrying at least 7pds on my back so I was not a happy camper but I made it, thank God.<br />I will weigh in next Thursday just to see how I am doing but will not do another weigh in for about two weeks after that.<br />I am already feeling like I have lots more energy, I think it is all the cycling.<br />So come on ladies it is spring time lets get to walking, jogging, swimming, dancing to get that weight off and keep in mind two very important things;<br />1. Your health with or without this operation is important, we are not getting younger.<br />2. We want to be able to play with our children and keep up with them when they start running off around the mall.<br />So be encouraged, put your mind into it and everything else will follow.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by MichelleToo (Member # 12330) on May 02, 2008 07:45 PM:<br />Hello Ladies,<br />Congratulations on all of the hard work!<br />I was wondering if I could be added to the list? I am 166 lbs and my bmi is 27.6. My goal at this point is to lose 26 pounds.<br />~ Michelle<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 05, 2008 08:06 AM:<br />How is everyone doing on their Weight Loss journey? I seem to be stuck at a plateau, but I know that if I keep going, I will see a breakthrough. I did LOTS of walking last week while on a trip to D.C.!<br />Welcome to our tracker, MichelleToo! I saw on the waiting room that you have scheduled your surgery congratulations!<br />As of today, Monday 50508<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 14 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 05, 2008 08:15 PM:<br />I am stuck too....it turned really cool and rainy for a few days, so didn't do much of anything...no walking!! Bad girl!!<br />Still trying to eat good, thinking the scale must just be STUCK on that number...LOL [Razz]<br />Hope all have a good week!!!<br />10 days from now, I'll be relaxing in Chapel Hill!!!<br />~Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by mama_soon (Member # 11730) on May 06, 2008 08:21 AM:<br />well no loss no gain for me this week...but then today is my birthday and we celebrated all weekend seeings how I have to work today....but I guess I will take a 0 over a gain any day....take care everyone and have a great day..<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 06, 2008 10:32 AM:<br />Shannon!!! It's almost here for you! How exciting! I have 79 days, and still have GOT to lose those 14 pounds...so I made a firm decision that I will walk 2 miles every morning, and try to get in another 2 miles every eveniing. I hate to put the treadmill in the living room, but, that's where we all hang out, so this way I can still be with everyone AND get my exercise in! I got my 2 miles done this morningso if you have a second to send good thoughts my way, I sure would apprecite it!<br />I have an appointment with an OB on May 23, and will have the Dr. fill out the weight and height verification form and order my bloodwork...so I really have 2 and a half weeks to try to get my BMI down to pretty close to where it needs to be.<br />I have friends in a health promotion office, and used their machine last week to check my weight, height and BMI, and it told me my BMI was 34but I think it measured from where my hair was fluffed up, instead of the top of my head lol...<br />But it seems like Dr. office scales always weigh you heavier!!! Anyway this is do or die time for me...wish me luck!<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on May 06, 2008 10:43 AM:<br />I'm stuck, I think it may have something to do with my dr taking me off my metformin to do all my PCOS testing. Now that it's completely out of my system my weight is creeping upwards even though I'm eat healthy etc. I'm still waiting for my results from my glucose tolerance test to find out if I need to go back on the meds. I don't have any weightloss to report right now, but hopefully I'm just in a funk and it will pass.<br />Keep up the good work everyone!<br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 06, 2008 01:42 PM:<br />Louise,<br />Good for you to start your walking program!!! Wish we were neighbors so we could walk together!!<br />I know you will be able to lose your weight...sending you lots of !!!<br />Even after my TR, I will still be on here...still want to lose my weight so I can have a healthy pregnancy incase of a BFP!!!! (God willing)<br />XOXOXOXOX<br />Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 07, 2008 02:59 PM:<br />Thank You!!!!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Matt, ST (Member # 7398) on May 07, 2008 03:20 PM:<br />Hey ladies, I just read in this months issue of Men's Health that drinking 16oz of chilled water when you get up helps a lot in losing fat. It replenishes cells after a night of no water and this also speeds up metabolism.<br />Matt Murphy,ST<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 07, 2008 03:40 PM:<br />Thanks for the tip Matt!!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by KimBE (Member # 8677) on May 07, 2008 11:17 PM:<br />Glad to see the support here. I'll like to be added please. My weight is 222lbs and my BMI is 40.6. I'll post my weight lost next Friday. My weight goal is to loss 37lbs or more. I haven't schedule yet. My DH and I are planning for Aug this year. My DH is my trainer in the gym. lol<br />I think he forget that I'm his wife and one of the guys. Boy am I sore. I told him that I rather take on labor than the workout plan he have me on anyday. LOL!! He does workout with me. To see him workout make me think about the baby dance. LOL!! Sorry, maybe TMI for you. I don't think I could do this without having support in the gym and out. If you can get someone to help push you at the gym and remind you why we are doing this when it gets ruff. I think we'll make it. This is just my opinion. Good luck everyone. I know you can do it.<br />Kim<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 08, 2008 11:20 AM:<br />Welcome to our little group KimBE!<br />OK, so I have to tell you ladies, this walking is kicking my rump! I have been faithful to walk my 2 miles in the mornings, and have gotten 1 and 1/2 or more each evening. I have not weighed in yet, because I want to give my body a chance to really respond to this...but I can tell you this (((drum roll)))......I am wearing pants today that I have not been able to wear in a while! Yay!!!<br />If any of you are also walking, wouldn't it be cool if we kept track of the total number of miles we all walk? For example, since I started, I have walked 14.5 miles, and if any of you keep track, you can add that to mine... just an idea.<br />Keep up the good work girls, we can do this!!<br />As of today, Thursday 50808<br />*****************************<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />beebeekinsers W 194, BMI 36.1, 10 lost, 14 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 08, 2008 03:04 PM:<br />Hi ladies,<br />I would like to join your group if I may. I'm not scheduled yet, due to financial situation, but I'm hoping for about a year from now (I wish sooner). I really need to lose weight, not only for TR but for my health. I haven't really started anything yet, but I think if my info was posted it would give me more reason to work at it. I joined a Prism weight loss group a few years ago and I lost 50 pounds in 5 months. The weekly meetings and weighins every 6 weeks really kept me on track. Then I had to quit because I couldn't afford it any more. I just don't have much success trying to do it on my own.<br />I know that when I get weighed at the doctor's office it always is at least 5 pounds more than my scale says at home, but for now I will give you my weight from home. I weigh 203 and my BMI is 35.7. I would like to lose at least 20 pounds, hopefully more.<br />Thanks and good luck to all!<br />Brenda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 08, 2008 05:28 PM:<br />Hello Brenda,<br />I will update the list tomorrow, and I will be happy to add you. You have come to the right place for support!!!<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Linda_77017 (Member # 10314) on May 08, 2008 05:58 PM:<br />What is the ideal wieght or it is strictly BMI?<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 09, 2008 07:16 AM:<br />Good morning! Well, I weighed in this morning, and I'm 2 pounds down! Nice to see a different number, it's been stuck for about 3 or 4 weeks.<br />Welcome to our thread brenda0704!! Linda, they go purely by your BMI, which could be unfortunate if you happen to be very muscular...I've heard that Arnold Schwartzenegger would be considered "obese" according to his BMI because of muscle mass. Having said that, I can't say that muscle mass is my problem...<br />Is everyone drinking their water? It is essential!!! Have a great losing day! Let's make it count!<br />Louise<br />As of today, Friday 50908<br />*****************************<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />beebeekinsers W 192, BMI 35.7, 12 lost, 12 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br />brenda0704 W 203, BMI 35.7, lost, 20 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 09, 2008 11:28 AM:<br />Louisecongrats, you're halfway there! Thanks for the reminder about drinking water. Think I'll get some right now.<br />Brenda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 09, 2008 01:56 PM:<br />I'm now up to 18 miles... I started counting on April 30.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 10, 2008 11:20 AM:<br />Ya'll need to try this: When you are having your height measured, stand up as straight and tall as you can I mean really stretch! Maybe you do this already but for some reason, I didn't think to do this before. Anyway, it gives me another full inch! This makes a great impact on your BMI. And, the walking twice a day has really made a change for me. I was stuck for three weeks at the same weight, even though I was being very careful about what I ate. Now, I am breaking out of that plateau. Two pounds lighter yesterday, another pound this morning...<br />Sorry so long, but thought I would share this little tip, I hope it helps someone! Have a great losing day! Make it count!<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on May 14, 2008 12:01 PM:<br />Hello everyone! I wanted to tell you all about this really different diet that I have been doing. I have done it in the past and have lost like 30 pounds on it but the name is sometimes offensive. It is called fatloss for idiots. It really does work. You do it for 11 days and then you have three days off. My fist cycle, I lost 10 pounds (and they tell you 9) then I had my three days off (went a little nuts) and gained back 2 pounds but on my second cycle, I lost another 7 so it put me at 15 pounds total. I am currently on it again because I want to lose 20 pounds and my work has this program called "get healthy" and if you participate and jump through the hoops then you benifit payment literally are cut in half. So, Just wanted to tell you all about it. You can find it online. You have to pay for it to subscribe but once you have it, it is your for life. I purchased mine in jan 2006 and I was suprised that I was still able to get on it. I'm not by any means advertising for it. I just wanted to tell you all about it.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 15, 2008 04:18 PM:<br />Where is everyone?<br />Thanks for the tip Penny can I ask how much does that diet cost? I actually have been using Slim Fast for 2 meals a day for about a week or so, just because I really had to get my BMI under the limit. I still have 10 weeks before surgery, so I can continue to work on losing more.<br />I have heard that being "obese" can make it harder to conceive. If I am going to the expense of having the TR done, then it seems logical to get weight off so I can actually conceive when the time comes.<br />Please let me know when you need to have your weight and BMI updated!<br />As of today, Thursday 51508<br />*****************************<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />beebeekinsers W 190, BMI 34.2, 14 lost, 10 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br />brenda0704 W 203, BMI 35.7, lost, 20 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by KimBE (Member # 8677) on May 15, 2008 05:38 PM:<br />Hi Ladies,<br />Sorry I haven't post. I have been in revival,and spending time with family for mother's day, and my 35 birthday. I haven't been back to the gym. My Dh called and told me it's time to get back on track. Wish me luck. I'm to scared to weigh today because I know I've gain weight. Will post weight soon. Kim<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 15, 2008 07:26 PM:<br />Louise, I weighed myself today and I'm down one poundto 202. I haven't been doing a lot, just watching what I eat and trying to walk more. But that's one pound lost in about a week, so I must be doing something right!<br />Thanks,<br />Brenda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by darkfeary474 (Member # 11949) on May 15, 2008 10:05 PM:<br />Hello ladies!<br />If it would be OK i would love to join in here , I have come a long way on my journey to lose this extra weight and become healthier and to be able to have a baby with my now husband, Last July 2007 when we got married I weighed in at 294 and sense then I have lost 49 pounds so far and I now weigh 245!!! I am 5'9" and 34 years old and right now the chapel hill BMI calculator says my BMI is 36.2 at this weight. and it shows when I lose 10 more pounds and get my weight down to 235 my BMI will then be 34.7 which will put me right below where I need to be to be able to have my TR!!... I Am So Excited to have come this far!!<br />Good Luck to All We Can Do it!!!<br />Dana<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 16, 2008 09:47 AM:<br />Hi Everyone!<br />Had my TR yesterday and I feel WONDERFUL!!<br />Can't wait to be able to start concentrating on my walking more once I am 100%!!<br />Congrats to everyone...keep on going!! We can do it!<br />Talk soon!!<br />~Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Pennylane (Member # 12121) on May 16, 2008 10:06 AM:<br />Louise,<br />The diet costs 39 dollars and then you have it for life. I bought it in 2006 and I go on it and then I'm off for a while and then go back on it when I need to take some pounds off. but the website is the name fatloss4idiots then it is dot com. I just thought that it might help a little.<br />GL and can you believe that we are down to 69 days!!! WOW exciting!!!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 16, 2008 02:25 PM:<br />Welcome to the group darkfeary474 you have done an awesome job already! It seems like it comes off easier once you get started, so just keep working at it, and you'll be under 35 BMI in no time!<br />brenda0704, you have to be doing something right! A pound is a pound! Good job!<br />Shannon Congrats! I am so so happy for you!!<br />Penny thanks for the info. I don't know if I will buy the diet or not, things are going pretty well with just walking.<br />Kimbe Don't give up!! Just pick right back up where you left off!!<br />As of today, Friday 51608<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 190, BMI 34.2, 14 lost, 10 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />brenda0704 W 202, BMI 35.7, lost 1, 19 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />darkfeary474 W 245, BMI 36.2, 49 lost, 10 to go<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 17, 2008 01:51 PM:<br />OK, I wish I could use my naked weightweighed myself with no clothes this morning and it said 198! That won't work, because when I get weighed at the doctor's office I will have clothes on. It makes me feel good, though!<br />Brenda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 17, 2008 06:34 PM:<br />Well, yes we must wear clothes to the Dr.'s office...but when I used to go to weight watchers meetings, I definitely learned not to wear jeans when weighing in those suckers are heavier than you can imagine! Also, everything that can possibly come off take it off! Watch, glasses, jewelry, etc. Every little bit helps!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 18, 2008 03:20 PM:<br />Oh, I forgot to change my BMIat 202, my BMI is now 35.5 not too far above the limit!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 19, 2008 01:28 PM:<br />OK, brenda I've updated your BMI!!! You are so very close!!! Great work!<br />As of today, Monday 51908<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 190, BMI 34.2, 14 lost, 10 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />brenda0704 W 202, BMI 35.5, lost 1, 19 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />darkfeary474 W 245, BMI 36.2, 49 lost, 10 to go<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 19, 2008 04:03 PM:<br />Hey ladies hope your all having a great day! My TR is scheduled fo 8/4/08 and I need to lose some weight I am currently under the BMI requirements but not by much. I want to be added to your list if thats ok but I need to know what are you ladies doing to lose weight Im drinking water and walking on my treadclimber but I need to become more dedicated and I def need to watch what I eat more Im doing good but it could be better. My current weight is 200lbs and my BMI is 34.3. Jennifer<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 19, 2008 07:02 PM:<br />Hi there Jennifer!!<br />Nice to see you over on this thread!<br />I can't wait until I am all healed up so I can start walking again! That's what works for me...I try to walk 2 miles a day. The road we live on is nothing but big hills in either direction, so I really get a workout! I also drink A LOT of water. I am a sweetaholic/ice creamaholic, so I really am trying to cut back!! Although while we were in CH, we had the BEST carrot cake delivered by room service!! YUMMY!!<br />I find I do ok if I substitute the fat free/sugar free pudding in when I need a fix...put some light coolwhip on it....not bad!! Then I got some good recipes from Weight Watchers for "sweet" snacks too that are great!<br />Hope everyone has a great week!!! Keep Moving!<br />XOXOX<br />Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 19, 2008 08:55 PM:<br />Hi Shannon yeah I have a bowflex treadclimber my DH got me for Christmas and I bought the 30 day shred from the biggest loser and it kicks my butt I actually just got finished with that Im fixing to go walk 1 mile. I just have a hard time fitting everything into my day. But I will def just to amp up my workout and eating habits though I would love to be 175 when I go to CH, but we will see. Im working as hard as I can at it and thats all I can do staying motivated is my biggest thing I thought once I scheduled my TR maybe it would not be as hard but its been a little rough. Anyways I will keep everyone posted on my progress. Jennifer in NC<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 20, 2008 11:25 AM:<br />Pennylane I went to that website that you had mentioned, and I bought it (SHOCKER) LOL. Anyways it seems very reasonable and not hard at all. Im hoping this will work for me and help give me some motivation to continue working toward my weight loss goal not only for the tr but for me being a better and healthier person all around. I will let everyone know my progess I got my diet today from the diet generator but Im actually not going to start until sat after I go get alot of the fresh fruit and veggies. Im so excited to start this diet and see where things go.<br />GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE ON THIS JOURNEY I HOPE YOU ALL ACCOMPLISH YOUR GOAL!<br />JENNIFER IN NC TR 8/04/08<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 20, 2008 11:35 AM:<br />Jennifer...<br />Keep us posted!!<br />XOXOX<br />Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 20, 2008 12:03 PM:<br />Hi Jennifer,<br />I will be happy to add you to the list! Weight loss takes some time, so I only update when someone lets me know their numbers have changed.<br />I'm doing the same as others walking and drinking water! I haven't had a soda pop in so long! The funny part is that I don't really miss it! I thought I would.<br />For now I am doing Slim Fast for two meals a day, cause I am just BARELY under the limit on BMI for my TR, and I want to be under far enough that I won't be nervous about it.<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 20, 2008 12:05 PM:<br />As of today, Tuesday 52008<br />*****************************<br />beebeekinsers W 190, BMI 34.2, 14 lost, 10 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />brenda0704 W 202, BMI 35.5, lost 1, 19 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />darkfeary474 W 245, BMI 36.2, 49 lost, 10 to go<br />hopefulin2008 W 200, BMI 34.3, ? lost, ? to go<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 20, 2008 12:07 PM:<br />Louise I totally understand me too I am also just barely under the BMI requirement and I figured up I am going to just getting AF or just getting over AF when I go in Aug for my tr and I totally dont want that to throw me off. I want to be so under the limit that even if the scale showed a 5 pound gain I would be ok.<br />Shannon I will def keep you all posted it seems like it is going to be really easy to follow but then again who knows.<br />Jennifer<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by valwoman (Member # 12459) on May 20, 2008 03:42 PM:<br />Hi to everyone, I am just getting started on my road to TR. I had my TL in Feb 96 and now I am going to schedule within the next month or so. I am concerned, however that I will be over the BMI limit. I am 5' 5" and 221 pounds, I used the calculator and I show I am right on the edge. How far under, do I NEED to be in order to have the surgery?<br />Thanks to anyone who can help.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 20, 2008 04:20 PM:<br />valwoman your BMI must be below 35 anything above 34.9 on the day of surgery, and they will have you to reschedule. Good luck on trying to lose the weight I myself and having to lose some weight. Any idea when you may schedule and with what Dr? Your more than welcome to come and join us in the waiting room part 56, its for ladies who are scheduled and those who have not and from time to time ladies who have done had their tr will chime in and answer any questions we may have. Good luck no matter where this journey leads you. Jennifer in NC TR 8/4/08<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 21, 2008 01:10 PM:<br />How is it going ladies? I just wanted to wish everyone a "losing" day! It is so motivating when clothes start to fit differently! Keep moving and drinking lots of water! Blessings to you all.<br />Louise<br />As of today, Wednesday 52108<br />*****************************<br /><br />beebeekinsers W 189, BMI 34, 15 lost, 9 to go<br />Brandi W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go<br />brenda0704 W 202, BMI 35.5, lost 1, 19 to go<br />byGodsGrace W 280, BMI 43.6, lost?, 40 to go<br />darkfeary474 W 245, BMI 36.2, 49 lost, 10 to go<br />hopefulin2008 W 200, BMI 34.3, ? lost, ? to go<br />KimBE W 222, BMI 40.6, lost, 37 to go<br />mama_soon W 220, BMI 38.9, lost 5, 40 to go<br />MichelleToo W 166, BMI 27.6, lost?, 26 to go<br />pattync W ?, BMI 34.9, lost?, 48.8 to go<br />Snookums W 174.5, BMI 31.9, lost 4.5, 24.5 to go<br />wantanotherchance W 212, BMI 38.8, 49 lost, 42 to go<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 21, 2008 01:38 PM:<br />Wowour list is getting long!<br />Louise, you are doing greatlosing fast. I haven't really kept track of anyone else, but I hope you are all losing too. My family and I have been walking a lot lately, since the weather has been nice. But it got cold again yeterday and it's raining today, so we might not be walking. Hopefully the weather will improve soon. Keep it up, ladies!<br />Brenda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 21, 2008 02:03 PM:<br />Just wondering what weights are you ladies using, and how often to you weigh yourself? I weight first thing in the morning after I go to the bathroom I seem to weight less in the mornings, and I get discouraged if I weigh 200 one morning and then 205 the next should I be fluckating (sp) that much in one day and should I weight like every fri or something... Just wondering.<br />Jennifer in NC TR 8/4/08<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Snookums (Member # 12230) on May 21, 2008 02:27 PM:<br />Jennifer,<br />I only weigh in once a week, and make sure it is the same time of day every week!<br />Weight fluctuates quite often during the day...it gets very discouraging if you weigh too often!!<br />HTH!!<br />XOXOX<br />Shannon<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by hopefulin2008 (Member # 11297) on May 21, 2008 03:43 PM:<br />Thanks Shannon your right it def gets discouraging at times, sometimes I think what the heck am I pushing myself for if I cant see any results, but I know its worth it.<br />Pennylane on that diet you were talking about I did the diet generator and I have a question since you have done it before I was hoping you would be able to answer this question. If it says that I can eat chicken and cashews do I have to eat just that or can I add like something to it like veggies and if it says turkey and an apple can that be like a turkey sandwhich?<br />Jennifer<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by darkfeary474 (Member # 11949) on May 21, 2008 06:26 PM:<br />Hello Again Ladies ,<br />I just wanted to chime in on the BMI Question that I Seen on here and let everyone know that I Myself was told by Dr Berger and i think it was his Nurse Julie that when i get my BMI down to 35 that it would be fine and i would be able to have the surgery as long as it is not over 35. so i am a bit confused as to why some people are being told that there BMI has to be Below 35.. am i misunderstood about something?<br />Darkfeary474<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 22, 2008 07:40 AM:<br />Darkfeary, if you have been told that you can have surgery at 35 BMI, then I'm sure you can. Here's why ladies are saying UNDER 35 (copied and pasted from the "Scheduling" tab of the CHTRC web site:<br />For maximum safety in the outpatient surgery setting, our policy requires patients to have a body mass index (BMI) of less than 35 at the time of surgery. BMI is based on height and weight and can be determined by using our BMI calculator.<br />The main thing to keep in mind is that if our weight is too high when we get there, they will have to reschedule, and nobody wants that to happen. I am coming all the way from Oklahoma, so it would be a tragedy if DH and I made the trip by plane, and then couldn't get the TR done!<br />I've got my eyes on the prize! I've tried dieting many times over the years, but I must say, I have never had quite so good an incentive as now! Not only will the weight loss make me an acceptable candidate for TR, but healthier for PG'cy.<br />We can all do this together, and I am thankful for all you ladies who are in this journey with me!<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by beebeekinsers (Member # 12115) on May 23, 2008 01:42 PM:<br />I had wondered how much different the Dr. office scale would be from mine at home, and to my surprise, it was a pound lighter! I also made sure to stretch as straight and tall as I could, and came up to 5'2"...so according the Weight & Height Vereification form, my official BMI is 34.2. This is so encouraging for me, especially since I have a good 8 weeks until surgery still to continue losing weight and another few weeks after that before we bgin TTC.<br />I hope everyone has a great "losing" day today!! And enjoy the Memorial Day weekend! I may even treat myself to a hamburger...<br />Louise<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 23, 2008 03:44 PM:<br />It seems like the scale at the doctor's office always weighed me about 5 pounds more than my scale at home, so I better make sure I'm well below the limit at home before I go to get weighed there!<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by darkfeary474 (Member # 11949) on May 23, 2008 04:31 PM:<br />Yes that is my plan also, even though Dr.Berger told me that with my height of 5'9" and weight at 235 would be fine with my BMI right at 35 to have the surgery, I was to get my weight down to at least 230 before I even make the appointment call ... my goal is to ultimately get my weight down to 200 and that will come in time but i do not want to wait till then to have my TR done because I am 34 and a Type 2 Diabetic (I have my Diabetes Under Control) and want to have my TR surgery done before I turn 35 which will be in April 2009.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by brenda0704 (Member # 12131) on May 23, 2008 04:42 PM:<br />OK, it's Friday and I am trying to weigh myself and post it every Friday, so I weighed myself today, and it was 197.5. I'm hoping this is right, because it seems like a lot lost in a small amount of time. My scale is a digital one, and I think it might need a new battery, because it's been kind of acting up. The first two times I weighed myself and posted it was just before and just after my period, so maybe I weighed a little more because of that. My husband works at the local hospital, and he has been weighing himself there, and he said our scale weighs him one pound less that the hospital's. So, I'm not sure if it's right, but according to my scale, my weight is 197.5, which makes my BMI 34.7. I plan to get myself weighed and measured at the doc's office soon, so I'll correct my stuff then if I have to.<br />Thanks,<br />Brenda<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;">Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-22595577134921322602008-05-19T22:59:00.001-07:002008-05-19T23:15:56.003-07:00Is FSH An Important Factor when Trying to Conceive After Tubal Reversal Surgery?<p><br /> Carol, a member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board members, asks other ladies to share their age and FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) levels because she would like to discuss trying to conceive after age 35 and the importance of FSH when trying to achieve pregnancy. An FSH serum assay on cycle day 3 can determine if a woman has a good number of healthy eggs left in her ovaries. An elevated FSH level indicates a reduction in the quantity of eggs. A normal or low FSH level shows that there is a good reservoir of eggs for future ovulations. Carol had tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Berger in April 2008 and is optimistic that she will be able to conceive a pregnancy since her FSH was low (less than 2) and her tube lengths after surgery were 6.5 cm and 7. 0cm.<br /><br /> This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-4t000855.htm">Over 35 and FSH levels in forum Age and Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></p><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by caroljean776 (Member # 12436) on May 19, 2008 09:40 AM:<br />I wanted to do a little survey of age, FSH levels and fertility. Just curious how many of you over 35 had FSH levels done either before or after TR, what your tube lengths were and if you were able to conceive after TR, and if so, how long it took. Wondering how FSH level vs. tube length and/or age affects fertility after 35. Thanks.<br />Carol<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by AnitaA68 (Member # 8709) on May 19, 2008 09:47 AM:<br />I'm 40, had my FSH drawn at 39, and it was 5.6 I believe. My lenghts are 5 and 5.5. Ended up seeing an RE, and was diagnosed with unexplained infertility, but my tubes are both open.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Mercy123 (Member # 11862) on May 19, 2008 10:04 AM:<br />I am almost 43 and a few weeks prior to my TR, my FSH was 16.1 and last month (5 months after TR) it was 6.1. My tube lengths are 3.5cm and 3.<br />No bfn's as of today.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by atf6377 (Member # 11791) on May 19, 2008 10:11 AM:<br />Hi -<br />I am 35 (was 33 at time of TR) and had my FSH done recently--7.1. My tubes are 2.5 and 4.0.<br />I have been pregnant 4 times since TR--all miscarriages---not related to tubes. I have a blood clotting disorder that is now being treated. I got my first BFP 6 weeks after TR.<br />HTH-<br />Andrea<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Roxann (Member # 11055) on May 19, 2008 10:56 AM:<br />Hi caroljean776,<br />I'm 35 and just had my FSH levels checked last month on CD3, it was:4.5<br />I had my TR June of 2007 (R-6,L-4.5). No BFP's as of yet.<br />I was just dx's with being borderline PCOS, so I'm taking Metformin along with Clomid right now.<br />BABYDUST.......<br />Roxann<br />TTC since June 07<br />Sept- HSG- open tubes<br />Nov- 1st round of Clomid 50mg CD5-9<br />Feb- 2nd round of Clomid 50mg CD5-9<br />April- 3rd round of Clomid 100mg CD3-7 and IUI done on CD13<br />May-4th round of Clomid 100mg CD3-7 and IUI<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by caroljean776 (Member # 12436) on May 19, 2008 10:58 AM:<br />Thanks for the input. Mercy123 - I didn't know your FSH would go down - I wonder if the TR affected it? Anita and Andrea, I'm so sorry for the frustrations and MC - but maybe there is still hope, I'll be rooting for you! I'm 41 and had my TR last month. My FSH before TR was 2 or less - extrememly low - I didn't know if there was such a thing as too low?! I think my tube lengths are around 6.5 and 7 cm each - but I'm tall (5'9") and am told that tube lengths are proportionate to height. I hope more TR ladies chime in. Thanks.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Mercy123 (Member # 11862) on May 19, 2008 11:05 AM:<br />HERE IS SOME INFORMATION ON THE CHTR WEBSITE.<br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/cycle-day-3-FSH.htm">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/cycle-day-3-FSH.htm</a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-82243937551183454582008-05-19T22:59:00.000-07:002008-05-19T23:15:53.942-07:00Is FSH An Important Factor when Trying to Conceive After Tubal Reversal Surgery?<p><br /> Carol, a member of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center Message Board members, asks other ladies to share their age and FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) levels because she would like to discuss trying to conceive after age 35 and the importance of FSH when trying to achieve pregnancy. An FSH serum assay on cycle day 3 can determine if a woman has a good number of healthy eggs left in her ovaries. An elevated FSH level indicates a reduction in the quantity of eggs. A normal or low FSH level shows that there is a good reservoir of eggs for future ovulations. Carol had tubal reversal surgery with Dr. Berger in April 2008 and is optimistic that she will be able to conceive a pregnancy since her FSH was low (less than 2) and her tube lengths after surgery were 6.5 cm and 7. 0cm.<br /><br /> This is topic <a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-4t000855.htm">Over 35 and FSH levels in forum Age and Tubal Reversal at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></p><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by caroljean776 (Member # 12436) on May 19, 2008 09:40 AM:<br />I wanted to do a little survey of age, FSH levels and fertility. Just curious how many of you over 35 had FSH levels done either before or after TR, what your tube lengths were and if you were able to conceive after TR, and if so, how long it took. Wondering how FSH level vs. tube length and/or age affects fertility after 35. Thanks.<br />Carol<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by AnitaA68 (Member # 8709) on May 19, 2008 09:47 AM:<br />I'm 40, had my FSH drawn at 39, and it was 5.6 I believe. My lenghts are 5 and 5.5. Ended up seeing an RE, and was diagnosed with unexplained infertility, but my tubes are both open.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Mercy123 (Member # 11862) on May 19, 2008 10:04 AM:<br />I am almost 43 and a few weeks prior to my TR, my FSH was 16.1 and last month (5 months after TR) it was 6.1. My tube lengths are 3.5cm and 3.<br />No bfn's as of today.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by atf6377 (Member # 11791) on May 19, 2008 10:11 AM:<br />Hi -<br />I am 35 (was 33 at time of TR) and had my FSH done recently--7.1. My tubes are 2.5 and 4.0.<br />I have been pregnant 4 times since TR--all miscarriages---not related to tubes. I have a blood clotting disorder that is now being treated. I got my first BFP 6 weeks after TR.<br />HTH-<br />Andrea<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Roxann (Member # 11055) on May 19, 2008 10:56 AM:<br />Hi caroljean776,<br />I'm 35 and just had my FSH levels checked last month on CD3, it was:4.5<br />I had my TR June of 2007 (R-6,L-4.5). No BFP's as of yet.<br />I was just dx's with being borderline PCOS, so I'm taking Metformin along with Clomid right now.<br />BABYDUST.......<br />Roxann<br />TTC since June 07<br />Sept- HSG- open tubes<br />Nov- 1st round of Clomid 50mg CD5-9<br />Feb- 2nd round of Clomid 50mg CD5-9<br />April- 3rd round of Clomid 100mg CD3-7 and IUI done on CD13<br />May-4th round of Clomid 100mg CD3-7 and IUI<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by caroljean776 (Member # 12436) on May 19, 2008 10:58 AM:<br />Thanks for the input. Mercy123 - I didn't know your FSH would go down - I wonder if the TR affected it? Anita and Andrea, I'm so sorry for the frustrations and MC - but maybe there is still hope, I'll be rooting for you! I'm 41 and had my TR last month. My FSH before TR was 2 or less - extrememly low - I didn't know if there was such a thing as too low?! I think my tube lengths are around 6.5 and 7 cm each - but I'm tall (5'9") and am told that tube lengths are proportionate to height. I hope more TR ladies chime in. Thanks.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Mercy123 (Member # 11862) on May 19, 2008 11:05 AM:<br />HERE IS SOME INFORMATION ON THE CHTR WEBSITE.<br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/cycle-day-3-FSH.htm">http://www.tubal-reversal.net/cycle-day-3-FSH.htm</a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-73201594533639666072008-05-08T16:35:00.000-07:002008-05-08T16:41:16.977-07:00Tubal Reversal Surgery More Successful Than IVFMembers of The Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center message board discuss having tubal reversal surgery after failed IVF attempts. For most women who have had their tubes tied and now desire more children, tubal reversal surgery is more successful and less expensive than the other option of in vitro fertilization (IVF). With IVF, drugs must be administered and a minor surgical procedure performed each time a women wants to try to conceive. With pregnancy rates of only 27% per cycle - and a cost of approximately $10,000 - $15,000 per cycle, IVF can become expensive quickly. When the reversal is performed by Dr. Gary Berger, success rates are nearly 75% and the cost is a one-time all-inclusive fee of $5900.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-6t003125.htm">This is topic Anyone had a failed IVF cycle then do TR in forum New Message Board Members at Tubal Reversal Message Board.</a><hr /><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by VWChick (Member # 12295) on April 15, 2008 11:37 AM:<br /><br />We just finished with an IVF cycle that failed. We went in for a TR consult but out local (well, a couple hours away) clinic convinced us to do IVF because insurance would pay for part of it and they were "almost positive" it would work the first time. This is a big and well-known reputable clinic. Anyway, even after a "perfect" cycle (according to the doctors and nurses) we still failed to conceive. Now we are rethinking TR. Yes, it would be more expensive. But it wouldn't cost us every time we try either! [Wink] Plus, I am certain that I have PTLS too. DH has a low sperm count but I think a lot of that is do to being a smoker (he's now willing to quit), wearing tight undies, etc. So we're thinking that if we can raise his counts TR might be a better way to go.<br /><br />Anyone else do IVF first and the TR instead of the other way around? Thoughts from you ladies on my situation?</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Simonsen6 (Member # 10172) on April 15, 2008 11:45 AM:<br /><br />VWChick<br /><br />There is a March 07 girl named Martica that did IVF and it failed- That was in Jan 2007 (I think) then they had TR done by Dr. Berger in March 07 and she was our first PG mommie after TR and delivered a beautiful baby boy Dec 17th 2007- Now they are thinking about Tr baby number 2<br /><br />I say there is NO OTHER like Dr. Berger - Sure we all have local Doctors in our areas but do they have the experiment as DR. Berger and on top of the newsest and best ways to do a TR? Dr. Berger only does Tr's wanting a baby so bad I only wanted the best...<br /><br />I had PTLS too really really bad and after my TR with each passing month I woucl feel my body as if it were coming back to life and acting normal again.. After 10 months of TTC we finally got our BFP and are due 09-11-08...<br /><br />With a tr you can try every month and you have already tried IVF so I say go to Dr.Berger and get your TR done... [Big Grin]<br /><br />Best of Luck on your journey!!!<br /><br />Lots of LOve,<br />Becki<br />Tr 03-09-07<br />EDD 09-11-08</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by in-Gods-hands (Member # 11795) on April 15, 2008 11:49 AM:<br /><br />I did not try the IVF. I was told the same thing. I instead got a TR. I had mine on 3-24-2008. This will be our first cycle trying. Like you I thought at lest I want have to pay every time we try. Oh and the PTLS has greatly inproved. Just to let you know.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Sally, RN (Member # 7389) on April 15, 2008 12:00 PM:<br /><br />VWChick--We have had many women come to Dr. Berger for TR after having failed IVF treatment. In most cases TR has higher pregnancy and birth rates than IVF. I am glad that you are rethinking TR. Please call and speak to one of the nurses if you have questions. Best wishes.<br />Sally,RN</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by berta8133 (Member # 11188) on April 15, 2008 12:11 PM:<br /><br />VW..yep..we did IVF in 05 cuz dr's said TR was IMPOSSIBLE......and when it wasnt sucessful....dr's said they wouldn't do it again unless we used donor eggs because my eggs were useless.<br /><br />Had TR 7/23/07 have been pg twice...and hoping 3rd one is a sticky one!<br /><br />I should have done TR first!</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Bellarose (Member # 11069) on April 15, 2008 12:57 PM:<br /><br />VWChick,<br />I did IVF in 2006. One fresh cycle and one frozen. I did conceive with the first cycle, but miscarried at 12 weeks. The frozen cycle was a Chemical pregnancy. We only had 2 embryos survive the freeze and thaw cycle, so we used them both up at the same time. 11 Months later I had my TR surgery. No BFP yet, but we still have hope... and 2 years later I have finally lost all the weight that I gained on the IVF meds.<br />One more IVF cycle may be in our future, but I haven't gotten to that point yet, I think I will try for another year, then revisit the idea with the DH.<br />GoodLuck with your decision,<br />Kim<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by kitkat32608 (Member # 12120) on April 15, 2008 01:13 PM:<br /><br />VWChick. I was convinced also by the doctors to do IVF first because of the same thing. That they where so certain I would get pregnant right off because all the tests where perfect and my eggs where perfect and we made the most perfect embryos. It failed. Then they had us do an FET cycle with the leftover eggs to expend what we had. When the FET didn't work he said not to do another cycle. He said if you where 38 I would tell you to do another cycle but you're young, healthy and your eggs and embryos where of perfect quality. He also said my chances would be better with a TR in the long run. This is after he made me do IVF he admits my chances where better with the TR. I was so pissed and hence why I refused to have him do my TR. Plus something kept pulling me back to Dr. B's site and I'm so glad I did. I had my TR on 3.26.08. I hope this helps. Good luck in whatever decision you make. But I agree with you on making sure that his sperm count is raised before you make your decision.<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by Andie (Member # 8626) on April 15, 2008 01:17 PM:<br /><br />I had a failed cycle in 04 - did my tr with Dr B 10/05 and have a baby boy and all my PTLS symptoms were gone within 2 cycles - yippee!<br /><br />Good luck!</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Luckypj's (Member # 9974) on April 15, 2008 05:42 PM:<br /><br />VW Chick,<br /><br />I too, tried IVF first. Was told I was a perfect candidate. My insurance covered some and it was STILL more expensive than TR. I conceived the first try and had an M/C in the 9th and 12th weeks (twins). 2nd cycle was unsuccessful. I was then told my eggs were old and should consider an egg donor. I had my TR 2/15/06 and BFP 2/9/07. I have a beautiful 6 month old daughter today! BTW - the RE I saw was rated in the top 10 of the U.S and in the end I spent 4 times as much on IVF as TR. Good luck and God Bless!</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by jcis4me (Member # 11983) on April 16, 2008 09:55 AM:<br /><br />I too was steered towards IVF by my doctor of 22 years! In fact, he's the one that did my TL! After 2 IVF cycles costing us over $20k, we decided that TR was our best choice. In my heart, I had felt this was the right answer to begin with, but I was swayed by my docotr and the IVF specialist that IVF was easier and more successful. I now beg to differ! The hormone treatment/injections took a horrible toll on my body and emotions! Anyway, I had my TR in 1/08 and we are ttc this very week! Dr. Berger and his staff are awesome!!!</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Marty (Member # 10659) on April 16, 2008 12:18 PM:<br /><br />Hi This is Martica, My TR sister Becki wrote here about me. I did have a failed IVF in December 2007 had the surgery in March and was pregnant a couple days later. I have a beautiful baby boy that I never thought could be after the heartbreaking news of the IVF not working. AJ was quite an expensive baby and we call him the golden child 25K in IVF and 5800 in TR but if I had to do it all over I would have probably skipped the IVF. Doctors lie to you and tell you high percentages on getting pregant what they do not emphasize is that its a one shot deal and most of the time does not work. Im glad I went through with my TR (even though I was very down in the dumps) Also they told me that my husbands sperm was not that great... Well I guess it was cause he got me pregnant 2 weeks later!!<br /><br />Lots of luck to you and hope your decision whatever it may be results in a beautiful healthy baby!<br /><br />Take Care<br />Martica</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by melij (Member # 12286) on April 17, 2008 10:54 PM:<br /><br />I am so glad i read these post. Just today i went to my gyn to talk to them about getting my tubes reversed and she told me the same thing that most of you talked about. That my eggs may be to old and few and that I should consider IVF fr a better success. This had me quite upset because i know that i will not be able to fund IVF. Now you ladies have just confirmed that I have made the right choice in having my TR. Thanks so much I know God sent me here for a reason. GOD BLESS!!!</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by kendraQ (Member # 11723) on April 19, 2008 09:05 PM:<br /><br />i just had an ivf cycle. my re said that i had an a+ on all the pre-test and gave me a very high chance of success. well, i over stimulated and my cycle got cancelled. i was devistated. now, im also looking into doing a tr. i wish i would have tried a tr first, but i also had a dr say mine wasnt irreversible.</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by mommyofseven (Member # 12271) on April 20, 2008 01:36 AM:<br /><br />I to tried IVF first and was lucky it was a success. Now after two years my husband and I want another child so are looking in to TR my doctor had told me in the beginning that IVF would be better. It was a good experience but now in order to get pregnant again I have to go through all of the same stuff and the expense is outrageous. So i'm leaning more towards TR if it dosen't work then back to IVF. Good luck though. I have heard nothing but positive on Dr. B's site.</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by ztaylor (Member # 12314) on April 20, 2008 08:56 PM:<br /><br />I tried IVF and it did not work. I am 34 now and I was 33 when I did it. He gave me all kind of hope since I was so young and I already had 2 children. My husband is good too, so there was no problems. I have 1 tube and 1 ovary only but everything went excellent the whole treatment. My doctor told me in the first visit that I did not have any chances of a TR because it has been 13 years since my TL, that's why I decided to go with the IVF. I spent around 16,000 because he did not buy enough medication for my whole treatment and i ran out of it. I apologize girls about my lack of good abbreviations as you guys use but this is my first time writing and i really don't know them.I already send almost all my paperwork to Dr. Berger and i have already been treated like i was there. They are great and i am looking forward to have my surgery. You know what, at the end it doe not matter how many ovaryes, tubes, try outs, ivf cycles or whatever what it really matters is that is up to GOD to work it out!!! so you go with your instincts and pray GOD to give you your miracle!!!! you will be in my prayers...take care and don't give up on GOD...</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Loribeau (Member # 8892) on April 20, 2008 10:45 PM:<br /><br />I was scheduled for IVF next month, but have decided to cancel it. I just can't risk it. I know it works for some, but my doctor, despite my labs being "very good" said 20% chance it would work. I can't risk OHSS, multiple births or worse yet, BFN-- not for $15,000.<br /><br />I had my TR 12/05 and I'll keep trying, if it's meant to be it will happen, if not, I'm OK- I guess.</span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by JESSIKA (Member # 12096) on May 07, 2008 11:17 AM:<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br />Posted by JESSIKA (Member # 12096) on May 07, 2008 11:23 AM:<br /><br /></span><img src="http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w288/Liontasha/baby%20dust/pouringdust.gif" alt="" border="0" />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2986600251458975640.post-65897704881950322592008-04-26T14:24:00.000-07:002008-04-26T14:28:24.099-07:00¿Alguien habla Español Sobre Reversión de Trompas?Spanish speaking visitors seeking information about tubal ligation reversal (la reconstrucción de la ligadura de trompas) can converse with others in Spanish on the Tubal Reversal Message Board and find detailed information they want in their native language at http://espanol.tubal-reversal.net/ on the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center website.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tubal-reversal.net/forum-topic-tubal_reversal-6t003145.htm">This is topic Alguien habla Español? in forum New Message Board Members at Tubal Reversal Message Board</a>.<span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Zancas&Tink (Member # 12280) on April 25, 2008 02:51 PM:<br />Podria alguien comunicarse conmigo en español?<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by leo79 (Member # 11266) on April 25, 2008 03:10 PM:<br />Hola yo hablo espanol....<br /><br />Ruth<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 25, 2008 03:26 PM:<br />Hola, no sé mucho español, pero quiero darle la bienvenida.<br /><br />Brandy<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Brandi (Member # 3653) on April 25, 2008 03:30 PM:<br />http://espanol.tubal-reversal.net/<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by aurorasatx (Member # 12086) on April 25, 2008 06:40 PM:<br />Hola y bienvenida,<br /><br />Yo me llamo Aurora y te has puesto encontacto con unas de las mejores mujeres y quien te van apollar en todo lo que sea necesario. Te has hecho la operacion or has hecho la cita para tener la operacion?<br /></span><hr style="height: 2px;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Posted by Matt, ST (Member # 7398) on April 25, 2008 10:41 PM:<br />Hola y bienvanida el message board! Soy Matt,un tech quirúrgico aqi en Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal. Yo seria feliz ayudarte con caul quier cosita. Si quieres escribame en mattm@tubal-reversal.net<br />Hablamos pronto<br />Matt Murphy,ST</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14807627228804797445noreply@blogger.com0