TTCALer looking for advice from IUI ladies

LaRomana09 · February 2014

Hi lovely PGALers! I am hoping to get some input from anyone who got pregnant with IUI. I just finished my first IUI cycle (no luck), and I had some concerns about the timing of my trigger shot. I triggered 36 hours before IUI, which I know is pretty standard, but my temps suggest that I O'd the day after my trigger (so the day before IUI). I just spoke to a nurse about my concerns, and she presented me with a few options:

1. Back to back IUI at 12 and 36 hours after trigger.

2. IUI at 24 hours after trigger, with BW to see if I've O'd, and then possible IUI the next morning if not.

3. IUI at 36 hours after trigger again, but add BW to see if I've O'd already to get more info for the next cycle.

I am feeling kind of lost. I plan to call back and see if I can speak to my doctor about this in person, but I was hoping to also get some input from you ladies to see what timing worked for you, and especially if anyone was in a similar situation (i.e., impatient ovaries that like to jump the gun) and how they handled it.

Oh, and I miss you guys!

PinkCamino · February 2014

I have no advice. But, can I just wrap you up in the biggest squishiest hug ever?

Thinking of you.. hoping tomorrow is kind to you.

xoxo

LaRomana09 · February 2014

PinkCamino said:

I have no advice. But, can I just wrap you up in the biggest squishiest hug ever?

Thinking of you.. hoping tomorrow is kind to you.

xoxo

As long as you don't mind that I might get your shirt wet. Thanks, PC. >:D<

PinkCamino · February 2014

LaRomana09 said:

PinkCamino said:

I have no advice. But, can I just wrap you up in the biggest squishiest hug ever?

Thinking of you.. hoping tomorrow is kind to you.

xoxo

As long as you don't mind that I might get your shirt wet. Thanks, PC. >:D<

Love you lady. ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) even wet ones...

LaRomana09 · February 2014

snegde said:

(((((hugs))))) but I am pretty sure that the trigger can mess with your temp.
all of this with extra hugs. When was your u/s and what did it look like? Did they do mid cycle blood work this past time?

Thanks, snegde. (((HUGS))) back at you. My US was on CD 8 and I triggered on CD 9 PM. On CD 8 I had a large follicle (17mm) and another around 13 that she said could *possibly* catch up by likely not. I used OPKs up until my trigger to make sure I didn't surge on my own. I had BW on CD 8, and then again 5 days after IUI.

LaRomana09 · February 2014

mattsgirl2004 said:

Hi LaRomana!

This pregnancy isn't a result of an IUI, but I did do fertility treatments at the beginning of last year. I remember having the same concerns about timing. If it would make you feel better and want to be sure to cover all of the bases, I'd go with option #1. Also, like Q mentioned, the trigger shot will make your temps a bit higher. Whatever it is you choose to do, I wish you all the best this cycle. Everything crossed for you love!

Thank you!

doglover31 · February 2014

This pregnancy isn't the result of IUI, but I did have two done: one in August and one in Novemeber of last year. Both times I triggered 48 hours prior to the IUI. I was afraid of timing too....maybe option 1 would be your best bet just to be sure you are hitting the right time. Good luck on your next cycle! I hope it works!

LaRomana09 · February 2014

snegde said:

snegde said:

(((((hugs))))) but I am pretty sure that the trigger can mess with your temp.
all of this with extra hugs. When was your u/s and what did it look like? Did they do mid cycle blood work this past time?

Thanks, snegde. (((HUGS))) back at you. My US was on CD 8 and I triggered on CD 9 PM. On CD 8 I had a large follicle (17mm) and another around 13 that she said could *possibly* catch up by likely not. I used OPKs up until my trigger to make sure I didn't surge on my own. I had BW on CD 8, and then again 5 days after IUI.
What was your Lh from your bloodwork? You could do back to backs to make sure. Is that a physical and financial option? I think it's good to be proactive but at some point you just need to let go and realize you are doing everything you can do.

I didn't ask for a number, they just said I definitely hadn't started to surge. I need to call my insurance to see if they will cover back to back if we decide to go that way. I did call and schedule an appointment with my RE for Thursday morning to see what she thinks.

LaRomana09 · February 2014

lindsayhilleary said:

Hi LaRomana!
This pregnancy is the result of my 2nd IUI. My office does B2B IUIs 12 and 36 hours after the trigger. From what I've read it supposedly doesn't change the success rates, but it made me feel better about getting the timing right. I temped during my cycle too, and my temps were a little funky. I remember I ended up changing the CHs FF game me because they were off. I think that's normal to have temps do weird things on a medicated cycle, especially if you're also triggering.

I hope you guys figure out a plan that makes you feel comfortable, and I've got my FX you'll be over here soon!

Hmmm, those are strange temps! Thanks for the input!

LaRomana09 · February 2014

lindsayhilleary said:

LaRomana09 said:

lindsayhilleary said:

Hi LaRomana!
This pregnancy is the result of my 2nd IUI. My office does B2B IUIs 12 and 36 hours after the trigger. From what I've read it supposedly doesn't change the success rates, but it made me feel better about getting the timing right. I temped during my cycle too, and my temps were a little funky. I remember I ended up changing the CHs FF game me because they were off. I think that's normal to have temps do weird things on a medicated cycle, especially if you're also triggering.

I hope you guys figure out a plan that makes you feel comfortable, and I've got my FX you'll be over here soon!

Hmmm, those are strange temps! Thanks for the input!

Oh, I was just looking back at my chart again and I remember what was so weird - I kept getting positive OPKs. Thinking back, it may have been because of the trigger, but I just know that if I ever have to do an IUI again I'll chart until the IUI and then put the OPKs and BBT away.

That makes sense, because the trigger is HCG, which will also turn an OPK positive. Thanks!

MsAmandaPants · February 2014

LaRomana09 said:

Hi lovely PGALers! I am hoping to get some input from anyone who got pregnant with IUI. I just finished my first IUI cycle (no luck), and I had some concerns about the timing of my trigger shot. I triggered 36 hours before IUI, which I know is pretty standard, but my temps suggest that I O'd the day after my trigger (so the day before IUI). I just spoke to a nurse about my concerns, and she presented me with a few options:

1. Back to back IUI at 12 and 36 hours after trigger.
2. IUI at 24 hours after trigger, with BW to see if I've O'd, and then possible IUI the next morning if not.
3. IUI at 36 hours after trigger again, but add BW to see if I've O'd already to get more info for the next cycle.

I am feeling kind of lost. I plan to call back and see if I can speak to my doctor about this in person, but I was hoping to also get some input from you ladies to see what timing worked for you, and especially if anyone was in a similar situation (i.e., impatient ovaries that like to jump the gun) and how they handled it.

Oh, and I miss you guys!

((((hugs))))

I was always told that option #2 and 3 would not work because the trigger throws off your BW. I would go for the back to back IUIs, starting at 12 hours post trigger.

I also have read that trigger falsely inflates your temps.

You could also HIO at home the night of the trigger and then go for a 12 and/or 36 hour IUI.

I can't remember if you have an MFI to consider?

Much love, friend.

LaRomana09 · February 2014

MsAmandaPants said:

LaRomana09 said:

Hi lovely PGALers! I am hoping to get some input from anyone who got pregnant with IUI. I just finished my first IUI cycle (no luck), and I had some concerns about the timing of my trigger shot. I triggered 36 hours before IUI, which I know is pretty standard, but my temps suggest that I O'd the day after my trigger (so the day before IUI). I just spoke to a nurse about my concerns, and she presented me with a few options:

1. Back to back IUI at 12 and 36 hours after trigger.
2. IUI at 24 hours after trigger, with BW to see if I've O'd, and then possible IUI the next morning if not.
3. IUI at 36 hours after trigger again, but add BW to see if I've O'd already to get more info for the next cycle.

I am feeling kind of lost. I plan to call back and see if I can speak to my doctor about this in person, but I was hoping to also get some input from you ladies to see what timing worked for you, and especially if anyone was in a similar situation (i.e., impatient ovaries that like to jump the gun) and how they handled it.

Oh, and I miss you guys!

((((hugs))))

I was always told that option #2 and 3 would not work because the trigger throws off your BW. I would go for the back to back IUIs, starting at 12 hours post trigger.

I also have read that trigger falsely inflates your temps.

You could also HIO at home the night of the trigger and then go for a 12 and/or 36 hour IUI.

I can't remember if you have an MFI to consider?

Much love, friend.

Thanks for the hugs. DH's count is on the low side, though I don't really have a good idea of how low. His count was around 15 million on his SA, and 11 million the day of IUI.

SandSunBliss · February 2014

I don't have any advice, but I looooovvvveeeee you!! Big squishies.

LaRomana09 · February 2014

SandSunBliss said:

I don't have any advice, but I looooovvvveeeee you!! Big squishies.

The feeling is mutual. :-*

MsAmandaPants · February 2014

LaRomana09 said:

MsAmandaPants said:

LaRomana09 said:

Hi lovely PGALers! I am hoping to get some input from anyone who got pregnant with IUI. I just finished my first IUI cycle (no luck), and I had some concerns about the timing of my trigger shot. I triggered 36 hours before IUI, which I know is pretty standard, but my temps suggest that I O'd the day after my trigger (so the day before IUI). I just spoke to a nurse about my concerns, and she presented me with a few options:

1. Back to back IUI at 12 and 36 hours after trigger.
2. IUI at 24 hours after trigger, with BW to see if I've O'd, and then possible IUI the next morning if not.
3. IUI at 36 hours after trigger again, but add BW to see if I've O'd already to get more info for the next cycle.

I am feeling kind of lost. I plan to call back and see if I can speak to my doctor about this in person, but I was hoping to also get some input from you ladies to see what timing worked for you, and especially if anyone was in a similar situation (i.e., impatient ovaries that like to jump the gun) and how they handled it.

Oh, and I miss you guys!

((((hugs))))

I was always told that option #2 and 3 would not work because the trigger throws off your BW. I would go for the back to back IUIs, starting at 12 hours post trigger.

I also have read that trigger falsely inflates your temps.

You could also HIO at home the night of the trigger and then go for a 12 and/or 36 hour IUI.

I can't remember if you have an MFI to consider?

Much love, friend.

Thanks for the hugs. DH's count is on the low side, though I don't really have a good idea of how low. His count was around 15 million on his SA, and 11 million the day of IUI.

In that case, I would abstain the suggested number of days before the IUI.

LaRomana09 · February 2014

MsAmandaPants said:

LaRomana09 said:

MsAmandaPants said:

LaRomana09 said:

Hi lovely PGALers! I am hoping to get some input from anyone who got pregnant with IUI. I just finished my first IUI cycle (no luck), and I had some concerns about the timing of my trigger shot. I triggered 36 hours before IUI, which I know is pretty standard, but my temps suggest that I O'd the day after my trigger (so the day before IUI). I just spoke to a nurse about my concerns, and she presented me with a few options:

1. Back to back IUI at 12 and 36 hours after trigger.
2. IUI at 24 hours after trigger, with BW to see if I've O'd, and then possible IUI the next morning if not.
3. IUI at 36 hours after trigger again, but add BW to see if I've O'd already to get more info for the next cycle.

I am feeling kind of lost. I plan to call back and see if I can speak to my doctor about this in person, but I was hoping to also get some input from you ladies to see what timing worked for you, and especially if anyone was in a similar situation (i.e., impatient ovaries that like to jump the gun) and how they handled it.

Oh, and I miss you guys!

((((hugs))))

I was always told that option #2 and 3 would not work because the trigger throws off your BW. I would go for the back to back IUIs, starting at 12 hours post trigger.

I also have read that trigger falsely inflates your temps.

You could also HIO at home the night of the trigger and then go for a 12 and/or 36 hour IUI.

I can't remember if you have an MFI to consider?

Much love, friend.

Thanks for the hugs. DH's count is on the low side, though I don't really have a good idea of how low. His count was around 15 million on his SA, and 11 million the day of IUI.

In that case, I would abstain the suggested number of days before the IUI.

Another thing I need to clarify with my doctor since I've gotten conflicting information on how long we need to abstain.

Thank you (all of you guys) so much for all of your input and hugs, and even just stopping in to say hello.

Heeb918 · February 2014

I'm a bit different because I didn't have a trigger, just relied on a positive OPK and went in for u/s and did the IUI a few hours later. Also, they told us to HIO the next day in the am as well, so I would say it is probably better to do the IUI earlier rather than later for fear of missing the actual O, KWIM?

Hugs, LaRomana! Good luck next cycle!!

LaRomana09 · February 2014

Mrs+Hebert said:

I'm a bit different because I didn't have a trigger, just relied on a positive OPK and went in for u/s and did the IUI a few hours later. Also, they told us to HIO the next day in the am as well, so I would say it is probably better to do the IUI earlier rather than later for fear of missing the actual O, KWIM?

Hugs, LaRomana! Good luck next cycle!!

Thank you!

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