Hi. Here I am, being depressing again.

Almost seven weeks
since it started; we’re still stuck.
Would now be twelve weeks.

We are still not sure
when we’ll want to try again.
Sooner or later?

Some days, I think, “NO.”
Other days, I think, “maybe?”
It is confusing.

Afraid to chance it.
What if it happens again?
So soon, I might break.

Then again, it seems
no matter the length between,
the pain won’t differ.

Also afraid to
wait too long… time rushes by,
thyroid gets worse. *sigh*

Mostly we still want
to wake up from the nightmare,
our baby still here.

So probably not
ready to try again yet.
But still, there’s longing.

Braden’s latest word
is “baaay-beeeee,” complete with sign.
God, please help me cope.

 

 

49 comments


  • I hope your pain will ease sooner than later.

    June 13, 2008
  • river

    I’d say it’s not likely to happen again, so go for it if you’re ready. After my miscarriage I asked the doc. how long I should wait before trying again. He said wait about 3 months. WELL!! 3 months later I was 10 weeks pregnant………J is now 27 years old.

    June 13, 2008
  • We are having the exact same debate.
    I know. ‘nuf said.

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    June 13, 2008
  • (((hugs)))

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    June 13, 2008
  • You go for it when you feel ready. I don’t think the pain is ever going to stop and go away and you will always be a little bit more stressed in those early weeks.

    (((hugs))) xx

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    June 13, 2008
  • hey sweetie,
    Sorry that you are in pain. Here’s hoping you feel better soon. Take a look at your son – how could you not try for that again? See the joy he’s brought you? Love is always more powerful than pain. Hold onto the love.

    Wishing you lots of strengh.
    xxx

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    June 13, 2008
  • I was quite shocked to find myself pregnant immediately after my miscarriage – I didn’t expect it to happen so fast after we’d tried for so long for the last one.

    It did actually heal a lot of the pain.

    Maybe because we didn’t ‘try’ if you know what I mean – I saw that as meant to be.

    G
    xx

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    June 13, 2008
  • HUGS! I wish I had wordsof solace, but all I can say is “this too shall pass”.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Something to make you less stressed, your RSS feeds are now updated and working properly. (they started out being ‘bookmark failed to load’ after you fixed everything).

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    June 13, 2008
  • Huggies…

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    June 13, 2008
  • Those are beautiful words. Hugs to you….

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    June 13, 2008
  • katia

    I’m glad to hear you talking about this — only in the fact that m/c is so common and it’s thought of as a taboo subject.

    I had a m/c last fall @ 7wks. The doctor said to wait… we threw caution to the wind and 4 wks later I was pregnant again. NERVOUS AS HELL… but pregnant.

    Take time to heal and mourn, your loss is very real.

    June 13, 2008
  • aww hun..

    big hugs..

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    June 13, 2008
  • I know the blog-o-sphere is abundant with love and healing, here is a group of people that are actually coming to nashville that can help you heal.

    http://www.compassionatefriends.org/

    I pray your heart heals soon.

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    June 13, 2008
  • I wish I had good advice for you. I don’t.

    All the well-meaning things people say when someone loses a child don’t fix it, but I think it helps to know that people care.

    {{Hugs}}

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  • I’m so sorry, Lotus. I pray for you, for your healing, your strength, and your heart.. <3

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    June 13, 2008
  • Oh hon. I’m so sorry.

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    June 13, 2008
  • I’m sorry. That must be very difficult, especially when you are weighing some medical problems that could come into play.

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    June 13, 2008
  • I know how much this hurts, and I am sorry for how you are feeling right now. Reading your words reminds me just how much it hurts (my miscarriage was much longer ago.)

    I am sending you my very best.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Aw…so sweet…and yet I understand your hesitation to try again. Happy thoughts to you today!

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    June 13, 2008
  • Oh Lotus I’m so sorry. Prayers for you from me –

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    June 13, 2008
  • I’m sorry, Lotus. *Hugs*

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    June 13, 2008
  • Allie

    It’s okay Lotus, your vibes are good, healing is happening even though it hurts. Don’t try, don’t try not – just do. You know how the rain comes unexpectedly at times? So does the sun, you know this. Without the rain and the sun the flowers can’t bloom. You’re going to bloom, I can feel it.

    June 13, 2008
  • tiaras & tantrums

    KEEP TRYING!!!
    I had 3 m/c right in a row. pregnant, miscarried, waited one month, pregnant, miscarried, waited one month, miscarried again. All at exactly 8 weeks. Waited 6 months, desperate for another baby. Pregnant, didn’t move for 11 weeks. GORGEOUS baby girl, almost 2 now!! KEEP TRYING!!!!!!!!!

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    June 13, 2008
  • Hang in there, Lotus. It sucks. And it will continue to suck and will possibly always have a sucky place in your heart (well, for me anyway, but mines quite different), but time will make it less immediately sucky. I meant that to be encouraging… Take the time you need to heal, and be gentle with you.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Awwww, Lotus! We had a very similar experience. I think when you’re ready to move forward you’ll just know.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Get right back on that horse, girl. The more you think about it the more confusing it’s going to get. Just do it. (So to speak.) You’ve been thrown. Get up and get back on that horse.

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    June 13, 2008
  • It’s normal to have days worse than others. Not that you feel ‘normal’ most days either. I know that’s no comfort…but I’m so glad you do have an outlet here. And you are welcome to post it whenever you feel it. It’s what a blog is for.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Sweetie.
    My mom had a late pregnancy loss and told me later on that what she most regretted was not trying again. I can’t answer for you, but I will keep you in my prayers.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Just take your time, don’t push/stress yourself to be pregnant. You are very lucky for having one adorable child because there are thousands of women out there who haven’t experienced being a mother. If you are starting to feel sad, just look onto your child and say: I am a mother because I have you. Cheer up ?

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  • hugs.

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    June 13, 2008
  • I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve had to go through this. I know it’s not really a consolation to hear about other people, but both my SIL, and two close friends went through the same thing, whilst trying for their second child, all of them were successful (probably not the right word, but I can’t think of a better one) when they tried again, and those kids are now 4, 2, and 1. Keep trying!

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    June 13, 2008
  • Kim

    My friend had two miscarriages and it was because she didn’t have enough of the pregnancy hormone to sustain the pregnancy. On her third try the doctor gave her hormones right away and now her boy is about to turn one. Maybe with your thyroid problems you will need to take extra hormones to help sustain the pregnancy. Talk to your doctor about it. I hope God’s comfort and peace comes to you. Lean on Him knowing that your sweet baby is in heaven.

    June 13, 2008
  • All I can say is, I am so sorry for your pain and loss. And, I hope for healing…

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  • Sending hugs your way.

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  • Prayers and hugs for you….

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    June 13, 2008
  • Julia

    Hi there, I just wanted to say that your Haiku and the posts regarding your baby had me almost in tears. If I wasn’t at work, I would have cried for sure.

    I’m sorry about your loss and can’t imagine what you are feeling. I’m glad you have a sweet baby boy to hold and a husband to hold you.

    I really enjoy your blog.

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    June 13, 2008
  • Oh Lotus .. Youre in my thoughts :)

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    June 13, 2008
  • I just wanted to add that what’s best for you is that you decide what’s best for you. In other words, you’ll know when the time is right. Let yourself feel whatever it is you’re feeling too, hon. It’s only natural.

    *hugs*

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    June 13, 2008
  • Not that I listen to Joyce Meyers much, BUT she has a saying, and I’m paraphrasing, “Fear is inevitable. If you’re afraid, DO IT AFRAID.”

    Have you named your lost baby yet? Sometimes this helps to really say goodbye. In your heart you may sense whether it was a boy or a girl. Go ahead and name her/him. Write her/him a letter. Have yourself a nice little ceremony of dedication. Drink some wine. Make love with your husband. Surrender. This is the story of your life. You don’t have to live it, you get to.

    From someone who’s been there. God bless.

    June 13, 2008
  • There’s nothing wrong with being depressing. You have a right to grieve for your loss.
    I’m so sorry for you and I hope the pain eases.

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    June 13, 2008
  • So sorry. Big Hugs. Take care of yourself.

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    June 13, 2008
  • I am so, so sorry. Try to be good to yourself.

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  • I am so so sorry. I hope you feel some better soon. It will always hurt, I’m sure…. but when you are ready…. you will know. HUGS

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    June 13, 2008
  • If only words from your friends and readers could take the pain away. Trust in God, try hard to understand his reasons and keep holding eachother.

    Tough times are easier if you depend on friends, family and of course, blogs. Plus, God himself will help you cope and will do what is in his will. Just trust, pray and have faith.

    Sorry my words cannot make you feel better. I do have another picture of my lady melons if that would make you smile. I’m willing to give it a shot!

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    June 13, 2008
  • so sorry my dear.

    damn thyroid screwing with our lives. mine hates me. passionately. that is why it is trying to destroy my sanity, my body and my hormones.

    I’m praying for you and your sweet family.

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    June 13, 2008
  • I got pregnant on the heels of two miscarriages… it was a very day at a time pregnancy, but four kids later I guess my body finally got the hang.

    i still have some pain over those early losses. take care and hope you feel better soon!!

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    June 14, 2008
  • Rebecca

    I can imagine how hard it is to move past the pain. I had a miscarriage earlier this year . never in a million years did I ever expect I’d have a miscarriage. I took it for granted my body knew what the hell it was supposed to be doing, after already having 5 kids. After the miscarriage, I was pretty positive I don’t ever ever want to be pregnant again,so I don’t ever have to risk the experience again. Now that’s faded (even if it is a totally impractical idea to have another baby…at least I’m not AFRAID of the idea anymore).

    Many blessings….

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  • I’ve never been through what you are going through, but I know you are incredibly strong. Hang on.

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