I was dx when I was 17 so at the time, I didn't really think about TTC... I did tell my folks then but they saw it as 'period problems' in their teenage girl and nothing more.
Now that 10 years have gone by, there hasn't been much talk of it. I didn't tell them step by step what was happening all those years (w/ the s/es getting worse & weight gain)... they assumed that I was overweight b/c I ate too much and was lazy... (thanks!)...
Now that I'm married they are curious about when I'll be TTC... I've been avoiding the convos for now. I have touched on the fact that I'm trying out new meds for my 'hormone issues' but that's as far as it went.
Even now though, they brush it off and say 'oh it'll happen' or 'there's nothing wrong with you'... also, I now eat well and work out regularily (and I'm still overwieght) and they can't get their heads around that either so.... what can you do.
I have told a few friends who are understanding and supportive but it's very limited.
I find I'm embarassed. I feel that people will immediately blame me and my weight. Plus I don't want the added pressure of everyone waiting and anticipating.
If I get pg, THEN I'll tell them. If I don't get pg (once I've tried every route) THEN I'll tell them why I can't.
__________________ Kelly - 28 Dx PCOS: 1996 2008: Dx Premature Ovarian Failure.
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