getting a baby in my belly


If only it were as easy to do it as it was to type it, huh?!
I've talked a little bit about my fertility issues with you guys
(you can start with this post here)
but I try to keep it on the upside for the most part.
When I think about it though, my struggles with making a baby
is who I am and I want you to know me just a bit better.

So I won't do it lots, but I will be sharing just little bits here and there with you.
...and I hope you don't mind!

Today I wanted to get some feedback and even support on how
 living a healthier lifestyle can improve your fertility chances.
I always like to start things on the 1st so Tuesday will be the start to a healthier Heather.


I've been slacking, because let's face it.. slacking is easy!
In all reality it's no secret that proper exercise and eating creates a healthy person, 
and that a healthy person also has a higher chance of conceiving naturally.

I will be attempting a few different lifestyle changes to see which one I can:
a) stick with
b) still be happy while doing
c) integrate into my lifestyle easily (& get mr smith on board)
d) treat not only my pcos, but my skin issues and get me in shape
e) improves my mood & energy

I have had success with HCG & Atkins, but I'm not doing this to just get skinny.
So I'm not 'dieting' I am however changing what I eat and what I do.
I'm going to try a few other routes including the Paleo Plan, and cutting out all gluten.
If any of you suffer from pcos or infertility I would love to hear from you!

{source 1,2}

I know that starting something like this before the holidays is going to be a challenge, 
but I'm sick of feeling this way.

Currently with all the great stuff in my life going on, I can't really enjoy it.
I feel unhealthy, depressed and envious of others. (mainly prego's)

I'm going to be 31 celebrating the 2yr anniversary of my 29th bday in 14 days
 and in all reality if I don't fix these issues myself now,  then I don't see them getting better.  
I want to know that I did what I could to make myself the healthiest version of me 
and that if I do get pregnant I know that it wasn't just because I took fertility drugs, 
but that I helped in making myself better inside and out!


So operation 'get heather healthy with a goal to get a baby in the belly' commences now!


If the outcome isn't like the photo above... then at least I know I tried with all I had!!

32 comments:

  1. I'm trying and thinking the same things you are- expect you are steps ahead of me because you're actually making a plan to get healthy! I'm encouraged by your post!!

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  2. This is a beautiful post... I do not have any insight on the issue since my husband & I have not started trying for a baby quite yet, but we talk about doing so in the next year & this "get healthier" issue is always on my mind. I have skin issues that just started as well {acne} & I just started trying to eat healthier by drinking more water & eating more greens exd to help my skin (I'm 23 & I just now having a problem with my skin for the first time in my life).. Long story short, I pray that this works for you & I pray that you are blessed with a beautiful baby soon... living healthier can only benefit you & will in so many ways! Keep us updated on your healthy journey, I would love to hear everything you do & how it works for you!

    xx Liz Marie

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  3. You are so brave for sharing this publicly!!! I can't wait to hear more about your journey.

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  4. You can do it! I am no expert, but it sounds like you are on the right track. I do totally know what you mean though, about feeling bad. I did a 10 day cleanse this summer and ate super healthy on it. It was a cleanse that was really gentle but effective (not like some drink or something). But anyway, I felt SO AWESOME eating great and exercising. Then I got off track with my eating habits and I felt awful. I could really feel the difference. That convinced me that even though I'm not heavy, I still need to be healthy. You can do it, girl, hang in there!

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  5. You go girl. You can do it!
    Before you know it you will have a baby in your belly.

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  6. I know this sounds so simple and obvious, but just adding in a daily 30 minute to an hour walk will do wonders!! It's awesome because that's what doctor's recommend once your pregnant anyways, so it will be easy to transition once you're pregnant!! It does wonders for my mood, and the best part of about it: it's EASY! Anyway, good luck!!!

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  7. I totally understand your situation. I, too, have PCOS and even though I'm single and not at the point of wanting to try for a baby, I struggle tremendously with this awful syndrome. It's hard for me to function on a day to day basis without being depressed/anxious/exhausted. I was diagnosed at 17 and at that age I really didn't know anything about the syndrome and my doctor didn't tell me much other than "It's not fatal, so just take some birth control to help with the symptoms." Now that I've done some of my own research, now I know that's not the whole truth. That's why I've decided to change my whole lifestyle and start eating healthier and *try* to exercise, kinda like what you are doing now! It's hard and I'm slowly making changes. I wish you the best in your journey! Let's kick this thing in the butt!

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  8. You can do it!!! Thank you for opening up and sharing! We have been having issues getting pregnant this time around and I feel like I need to take some steps to getting my body back on track too. Thank you for the encouragement! You are an amazing woman and I know God wants to give you the desires of your heart! <3

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  9. I wish you so much luck! I am also going to start on a healthier lifestyle in hopes of feeling better and getting a lot healthier!

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  11. Hello there!! I am a new follower (within the last few months) and I'm usually just a reader and not much of a commenter...but after reading your post, its hard for me not to say something...because I feel like I'm the one who wrote your post!!! I was diagnosed with PCOS almost two years ago and I'm terrified that I am going to have difficulties when my husband and I decide to have children. My OB/GYN acts like it is no big deal, but when you read all the information out there about the infertility issues, it is definitely real. I have been in a bit of a rut and reading your post is encouragement that its not just me and that with hard work and effort, we can make a difference! So I'm right there with you....I want to make a change as well. If you need anything, support, a place to vent, an unbiased opinion...don't hesitate to say so!!! Good luck, and I hope to hear more!

    Meagan

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  12. Good luck to you! How about I start it with you? Ready... go! :) Can't wait to see how you do. Hoping you get the results you want!!

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  13. I am utterly new to your blog, but excited to be here, and wishing you luck with your journey.

    You may want to check into "Eat to Live". I've been doing it for two weeks and feel great (and have lost 6 pounds). I am not affiliated with them, by the way, just another girl trying to be healthy. :)

    Good luck. And nice to meet you!

    xoxo

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  14. Oh girl good for you!! Getting healthy is such a good place to start when your in the baby making business. I have a feeling it will happen for you soon! I will be saying baby prayers for you :) xo

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  15. I have PCOS. I'm getting married in 12 days. I'm going to try and start my family in 13 days. If you have any questions about Paleo, shoot 'em my way. I've been eating that way for over a year to prepare my body for our little family. Fingers crossed for you and for me. :-)

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  16. Oh Heather - this breaks my heart :(. It will happen for you. I struggled with infertility for 16 months after I had already easily had our first daughter. I was on clomid for 3 rounds and that did nothing. I was trying so hard and each month when that time came I was SO sad and SO disapointed. So I truly know how you feel, and my heart breaks for you. We did however conceive Lilah when we weren't trying. We decided to take a short break from all the temp charting, scheduled you know what and heart-ache and low and behold, we conceived that month. I'm not saying that that's how we got pregnant, but it happened when we least expected it and ofcourse we were thrilled. Keep having faith that it will happen, and don't beat yourself up over it so much. Easier said then done I know, but getting healthy and eating right is the right step :). Fingers, toes crossed for you and hubby :). xoxo

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  17. girl, major kudos to you for sharing this. i know it isn't easy. we had two miscarriages in two years and had a hard time conceiving as well. I will say though after my second miscarriage i decided to healthy up my life (and maybe took it a little extreme) by becoming vegan and that year we conceived our little paisley. i'm not saying you have to be vegan by any means but i think trying to incorporate a more whole foods/organic diet and exercise definitely helps! also i know for us when we got to the point where we stopped "trying" so hard for a child and just put it in God's hands and enjoyed the life we had it took a lot of the stress away which can be a big reason why people don't conceive as well. i have so many friends who were unable to have children and once they "threw in the towel" so to speak they wound up pregnant! my heart truly goes out to you though and i hope the best for you. hope to see an "I'm pregnant post" very soon : )

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  18. You are so brave to share this part of your life. You are taking some great steps towards making your body healthy, and there is nothing more important than keeping your body healthy during pregnancy. The habits that you develop in the next few months will not only help you during that time, but also help you afterwards and for the rest of your life.

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  19. I am praying for you guys :) XOXO

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  20. I love that you are trying to get healthy, not "skinny." Dieting does more harm than good, IMO. Good luck on your journey and I wish you all the best! :)

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  21. I think it is great that you are open to sharing this and discussing it. Support, friends, comments, advice - always a good thing. I have not yet tried to have children with my husband as we've decided we're not ready, but I think about this alot. I have a fear that I won't be able to have kids...but even worse is that doctors have told him due to some health reasons that he might not be able to have kids. I just have to trust that God has a plan and everything works out just the way he wants!

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  22. I wish you all the best on the healthy approach to life! I've just started changing my own habits after now our second miscarriage this year. I can relate to how you feel about not making it about getting skinny (I heart food way too much for that) but it's about giving yourself & what I pray is your future child, the best chances you possibly can. Your in my thoughts and prayers & I wish for nothing but a big ol healthy pregger belly for you in the VERY VERY near future. Best of wishes & stay positive!

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  23. I was diagnosed with PCOS a few months ago as we also have been dealing with infertility. After a few bad instances with clomid we decided to stop all fertility treatment. I'm now doing something called Insulite Labs and completely altering my diet. I've noticed a huge change in my body, but mainly my energy level. I wrote about my fertility struggles on my blog but would be happy to share with you what's been working for me. You can email me at ncastle8169@gmail.com. Hope to hear from you soon!

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  24. Beautiful post. I love your writing "voice. I found you over on the PNW Blogger. You have a new follower!

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  25. I think you're doing an amazing job, and the first step is always the hardest.

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  28. I just stumbled upon your blog tonight, and I can completely relate. My husband and I were ttc for over three years before we got our bfp. After numerous clomid cycles, 1 iui, 2 different re's/ 2 ivf cycles, and 5 total transfers, I just had my miracle babies in July. Feel free to check me out: akl-fromheretomaternity.blogspot.com Good luck to you and your hubby!

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  29. Sorry! My stupid laptop went crazy posting my comment numerous times.

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  30. Hi Heather, I'm a new follower. Love your shop, too, just bought some things. :)
    I just wanted to say my husband and I took almost a full year to get pregnant. I am sure it will happen for you!

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  31. I have PCOS and was so worried about getting pregnant too. It took hubby and I 5 months of trying, with me taking my temp each morning and basing my ovulation off of that. I work in an OB-GYN office as well ans see a lot of pt's with PCOS become pregnant, so hang in there. My prayers are with you and your hubby!
    xoxo
    Megan

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  32. I found your blog today through the Anderson Crew blog...and stumbled across this post mentioning Paleo. Are you still eating Paleo? We've been doing so for about 4 months, and have seen great improvements in our health (not related to PCOS, but I believe this diet can really heal the body of a lot of things!)

    -Tara
    mommykoala at live dot com

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