TTCA35 Weekly Checkin 3/19/18

ndz2018

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment): 

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable):

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?):

Rants/Raves:

Questions for the group:

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show?

What are you thankful for this week?

ndz2018

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment):  WFAF and FET

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable): CD28 

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?): taking all the usual suspects.. prenats, vitamins d and C and ubiquinol 

Rants/Raves:  Ready to get this show on the road!! 

Questions for the group:

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show? I’m obsessed with 90 Day Fiancé lol it’s so horrible it’s GREAT! It’s literally like watching a train wreck 

What are you thankful for this week? I am Thankful for all the women on the TTC forums! So much love and support all you ladies ROCK!!

kristimh80

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment):  FET process

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable): CD 7

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?): Estrogen for FET, adding PIO next week. Sonogram scheduled for next Monday.PNV, Vit D, C, A & B6, Ubiquinol, Folate, Kelp, L-Arginine, and Bromelain.  

Rants/Raves: Happy to have extra estrogen going, I feel like I'm on Cloud 9.


GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show? Any Real Housewives and Live PD.

What are you thankful for this week? Thankful for all the ladies in the group. Such a great support system! Also thankful that we finally found a good church that's fun that we both like a lot. It's been nice getting back into a routine.

Labluver2

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment): WTO

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable): CD11

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?): Vitamins

Rants/Raves: My mom told my sister's boyfriend a few months ago he wasn't allowed back at her house and I told her I don't want to be around him and now he's coming for Easter which now causes a fight between my mom bc I told her I wasn't coming bc I can't be around him. I can tolerate alot of people even ones I don't like but I just can't with this guy. I seriously want to punch him.

Questions for the group:

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show? Survivor and my so embarrassed to say I watch Jersey shore, siesta keys and teen Mom I don't know why I like trashy tv lol

What are you thankful for this week? Thankful that I'm good with my decision to stop fertility treatments to relax try naturally and not stress about it anymore. 

kristimh80

@Labluver2 Ugh, I'm so sorry he's ruining your Easter plans with your family! I'm really shocked he'd even want to be there if your mom already said he wasn't allowed back at her house. Maybe you'll get lucky and he will opt to stay home. Obviously, he knows he isn't popular with your family. 

Labluver2

@kristimh80 he's not that bright lol he is always around and my sister and him won't do anything without each other. I just told my mom that it's not my fault if he gets punched in the face bc it will happen one day. I'm all hormonal so I wouldn't mess with me lol.

mich_elle

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment): WTO

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable): CD15

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?): prenatals, vit D, CoQ10

Rants/Raves: We had our IVF consult today and it went well, I guess. We're going to shoot for a fresh cycle using ICSI w/ day 3 transfer. In the event that I have a few extra embryos, we'll push those to day 5 and do PGS testing and freeze them. I don't know what is standard protocol but this lab can only have one patient's embryos out at a time so you need to have a scheduled appointment for testing. April is full so I'm on the schedule for beginning of May. I'm bummed about having to wait another month to get this rolling but I'd rather wait for the next available appointment and then cancel it if it's not needed than it be the other way around. We'll time this all with my end of April period. I'm also bummed that I need to get a letter of clearance from both my PCP & OB/GYN due to my BMI being so high. Old AND fat-what a great combo :::eye roll:::

Questions for the group: I know these can be tailored and unique to each individual but, any thoughts on the protocol she recommended?
Protocol: BCP for first few days (no more than 1 week), Micro Flare Lupron, 450 FSH, 20 Low Dose HCG. She said she'll aim for 10 days of injections. 

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show? any Real Housewives

What are you thankful for this week? Having health insurance!

mich_elle

@ndz2018 excited for your upcoming FET!

@kristimh80 happy to hear that you feel well! And I just love me some RHWONJ or ATL, etc...

@Labluver2 enjoy your break. And that sucks about the bf-ugh, sounds like a real jerk. GL with that.

kristimh80

@Labluver2 So annoying! Is your sister young and blinded by love? lol Hopefully she'll grow out of him if he's that bad. 

@mich_elle Yay for your consult today! That stinks you have to pretty much wait your turn for testing, etc. I've seen people with a similar protocol as yours. I did BC around a week before I started as well, but only used Lupron for my trigger shot b/c of high estrogen. But I used Follsitim, which is super easy to do. Be prepared that during the process, they'll probably adjust your dosage of meds depending on how you respond.

ndz2018

@Labluver2 That’s really annoying that your sister doesn’t respect anyone’s wishes!!! I’m sure you’ve had this convo with your sister already about what an a-hole he b/f but maybe you need to call her and be like “ Listen, no one likes your boyfriend and Mom doesn’t want him there so can you respect our mothers wishes please” and if  she tells you to screw.. call her boyfriend direct and be like “Hey so if you haven’t caught on NO ONE LIKES YOU don’t come to our house for Easter where you’re not welcome” and hang up!   

@mich_elle That sucks you have to wait I’m sorry.. BUT it gives you an extra month to start changing your lifestyle. You got this girl!!

@kristimh80 How much estrogen did they move you up to??

ndz2018

YOU GUYS!!! I started spotting .. just the tiniest bit but HOLY SHIT my AF cooperated! Here we go   

kristimh80

@ndz2018 Yeah!!! Come on full flow day!! I'm on estrogen twice a day now morning / night. Next week it moves up to 3 days a week, so now have 3 alarms set....god help me to remember to take meds to work during lunch lol

mich_elle

@ndz2018 THIS is why I heart TB. I didn't even think of that bc I was too wrapped up in the fact that we got bumped. THIS is why I heart TB-great insight and advice. (((hugs))) And whoot whoot for spotting! 

@kristimh80 Seriously, get in line and now wait. I hate waiting! Thanks for the heads up-I'm assuming that adjustments will be made along the way. 

kristimh80

@mich_elle The whole process is nothing but a waiting game I swear! It really tests your patience! lol

vlagrl29

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment):  WTO

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable):  IDK

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?):  Well because I was nauseous a lot last week I decided to not do so many supplements.  Currently I'm taking a multi-vitamin, vit d and c.  I had stopped my adaptogens for a couple days to see if they were they culprit and I though maybe they were but last night I was nauseated at 3am and 7am but I'm thinking that was due more to the pizza I ate for dinner - I shouldn't have.

Rants/Raves:  Our DD's bday was yesterday and she is officially 7!  holy crap!  It was a crazy busy day yesterday and I'm for sure feeling it today.  So our family room looks like a hot mess of toys and our puppy wants to eat them all up so I think I will just put them all in a laundry basket cause well lazy.  I'm also getting better sleep not on ambien.  The night after that insomia I only woke up 2 times and it's been that way since so I'm hoping it continues to improve and now I can get rid of the nausea.

Questions for the group:

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show?  I was watching the bachelor a little bit - can't believe I can still get into that

What are you thankful for this week?    yoga - I am listening to my body and only did the basic level class tonight.  It had been a week off last week.  I dream of the day where I can balance on my forearms and do crazy stuff again.

ndz2018

@kristimh80 Full flow in effect! Let’s do this!!

@mich_elle I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again..  The wheels of IVF are slow!! I started with the RE Oct 27th and I’m just doing my FET now. Hang in there doll!! 

@vlagrl29 Awesome on getting better sleep!! Now go away nausea!

kristimh80

@ndz2018 YAY!!! Finally Go time! 

vlagrl29

@ndz2018 - when is transfer?  GL  - my nausea was less this morning so my thoughts are the adaptogens I was taking were making it worse.  Hoping its getting out of my system - until then I need to watch what I eat - no pizza or super unhealthy stuff.  Making bone broth today in my crock pot.

ndz2018

I wish I had a date but I have A feeling after my first morning monitorings I’ll get a better idea... but it’s usually about 3 weeks from cd 1 so maybe April 8th- ish.. of course my nurse in on vacation till 3/26

kristimh80

@vlagrl29 You sound like me these days. I started eating a lot healthier, then Saturday night went to my SIL where there was lots of cheese and junk. Needless to say I woke up in the middle of the night feeling like crap...so decided "not again"!

@ndz2018 Stinks they didn't give a calendar of events for starting meds, etc so you'd have a better idea. My dr gave me one to fill in dates, etc when I started AF. Anyways, we'll still be close! My first lining check is on Monday, then  believe the following week will be transfer. 

mich_elle

@vlagrl29 sounds like you had a good weekend! GL trouble shooting and feel better.

@kristimh80 #truth!

@ndz2018 FX crossed for you lady!

vlagrl29

@kristimh80 - it's bad right? lol - just until I get back to where I was 2 weeks ago and then I will still probably be careful.  I know my inlaws are wanting to have dinner saturday night at a pizza place but I'm sure as heck not doing that!  I'll probably pick up something else and bring it in.  Last month my parents wanted to eat at mcdonalds and I got a jimmy john sandwich and brought it there.

I saw my naturopath again today and she massaged my right adrenal and the muscle over it.  My left was never as bad as my right.  She says I should continue to see improvement.  I have a follow up with her in 2 weeks.  She said no adaptogens for 2 weeks and maybe that was all I needed of them to help the recovery process.

And can I just say my DDs spring break is already exhausting me lol.  She has so much energy.

My AF is officially over.  Although heavier than last month , not as heavy as it usually is.  I'm assuming each month will get better or more normal I should say.  I so wanted to have sex with DH tonight cause it's been awhile and while the intention was there earlier today as evening came around I was dog tired.

kristimh80

@vlagrl29 Smart girl!! Best of luck making it thru Spring Break!! Hopefully your daughter has some friends to play with to help!

vlagrl29

gah the nausea was worse this morning   Maybe cause I ate 3 small cookies last night?  Screw it - I"m not eating anything bad until it's gone.

kristimh80

@vlagrl29 Ugh, so sorry!! I thought I was doing good making healthy shrimp tacos last night, but went to be looking like a bloated cow thanks to the torilla I assume. I swear we can't win 

ndz2018

@kristimh80 Shrimp Tacos sound sound soooooooo yummy right now! 

@vlagrl29 Sorry you’re still feeling sick. 

kristimh80

@ndz2018 I was craving coconut shrimp for days, so figured I'd throw into a taco! lol

vlagrl29

@kristimh80 - well my naturopath says it's my blood sugars trying to still level out.  Maybe the sweetness messed with them?  who knows - actually googled and saw that if you are trying to recover from adrenal fatigue you should not eat sugar.

ndz2018

Well my FET is scheduled for 4/10!! 

kristimh80

@ndz2018Woohoo!!! Have you started your meds yet?

Mack2342

I introduced myself in separate post earlier today.

Status (WTO/TWW/Benched/in process of testing or treatment): WTO 

CD, CD/DPO (if applicable): CD6

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment? Vitamins/supplements?): on day 4 of femara and will start gonal f today. US on Monday to determine IUI.  I also take prenatals, coq10 and DHEA

Rants/Raves: we haven’t had much snow this winter but as soon as it turns spring we are being dumped on.  Got a couple inches of snow yesterday and expecting 5-12 inches Saturday 

Questions for the group:

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show? The voice I guess.  I’m not big into reality tv 

What are you thankful for this week? A co worker of mine in a similar situation has been very supportive to me this week. 

ndz2018

@Mack2342 Welcome! I really really hope your stay here is short!! Same here we didn’t get much snow this winter but March has been NUTS with Nor’easters!

ndz2018

@kristimh80 Yup Estradriol 2 x a day!!

Mack2342

Thanks @ndz2018

mich_elle

@vlagrl29 How do you feel?

@ndz2018 WHOOT! WHOOT! That's such exciting news! FX for you 

@Mack2342 Hiya! Happy that you jumped on the thread!

vlagrl29

Hi @Mack2342 I kinda stopped TTCAL because I'm not keeping up as much or logging in as often.  I'm trying to over come silly adrenal fatigue from the clomid aftermath.  Only things now are my blood sugars are still off and that causes nausea in the am and sometimes still having trouble sleeping. I'll see an endo in a couple weeks but working with my naturopath for now.

@mich_elle - today is a good day. I got adequate sleep. We are at a water resort with our daughter and her friends. Tonight we surprise her with Disney world.  2 nights ago was bad. I had horrible heartburn and nausea most the night so sleep sucked! But I took Zantac last night and zofran. Geez it's like I'm preg lol. Hope sleep is good tonight cause I have a wedding to play tomorrow.

Mack2342

@vlagrl29 hope you start to get some relief.  That has been going on for a while. Hang in there

vlagrl29

@mack2342 - it has but there have been good days. Like for at least 7 days I felt fantastic but then something triggered it back. All the clomid side effects are gone. I just had a bad reaction to it and trying to reset my body. Ttc with hormones is not for me. Lesson learned! So we are just taking it easy not really trying. I want a few good months and then reasses.

ChasingTheDog

Newb and kinna late in the week but I’m stressed so here we go: 

Status: 2ww

CD, CD/DPO: like 5 DPO

What are you doing this cycle? Vitamins. Just got some gummy ones. Seriously why have I not been doing this the whole time?

Rants/Raves: work sucks donkey balls right now 

Questions for the group: none really 

GTKY: What is your favorite reality TV show? — I don’t watch any reality TV but I love true crime podcasts... any fellow murderinos here? Also I love Last Podcast on the Left

What are you thankful for this week? The place we moved into. I like it a lot 

Momifbysea

@vlagrl29 how did your DD react to the Disney world surprise? I can’t believe she’s 7, I remember you talking about her being 5 so guess that’s how she was in my head. It goes so quickly!

@ndz2018 and @kristimh80 are you doing the pio shots? If so, how are they going? That’s what I’m most scared of I think! I can’t believe how soon your FETs are!!! So exciting!

@Mack2342 welcome aboard! Yes thank god for gummy vitamins as that’s all I take (I’m really bad at swallowing pills, detest them).

@mich_elle my last IVF cycle I tried the microdose Lupron protocol and that was the one where we actually got some to test, so sounds good! I’ve seen this used with a lot of the 40+ women like us in forums which gave me comfort going into it. Yes, this process is slow and I never dreamed I’d be doing so many cycles of it let alone 1! Right now this wait until May or June is killing me!

ndz2018

@Momifbysea Haven’t started yet, I think They start 5 days before the transfer. I’m a lil nervous too!! I keep reading about them and IF I needed To could I do them myself? Answer is yes it will just be a little more difficult to do them on the left side because I’m a righty. I also plan on getting lidocaine patches to numb the area. Fortunately my insurance will cover them but if your insurance doesn’t I think They have almost the same strengths in cream form or even patches OTC. I had to wait 3 months too after my ER and you’d be surprised how fast time goes!