@lizg19 I am feeling ok..... Excited but honestly mainly nervous and scared! I just started getting period-like symptoms, which I know means nothing with the progesterone, etc, but it is just a dull reminder that there is a chance this won't work. I fear for my future self! Seriously the first failed IVF is awful, but having multiple ones sounds close to unbearable. Tonight I am having dinner with my best friend who has IVF twins, so maybe I can get some words of wisdom for us. Let's get positives, ladies! :x
I agree with you ladies. For me it's about balance. And tbh that balance changes daily. Just bc I shared details about last cycle or just an overview of our Dx doesn't mean I'm going to feel like updating you in the future. I reserve all rights to bring people into and kick them out of this mess as I can handle it. Some days I want to share everything and talk about the nitty gritty and some does I get a rage attack at the simplest question, especially if it's anything other then, "how are you doing?"
We told no one about the IUIs but once we got the complete Dx of infertility on both sides and were forced to move to IVF it changed everything. I needed to confide and it had a significant impact on our ability to travel. We knew we would be missing key family events and the work excuse wouldn't wash. Our parents and best friends were supportive, but it is difficult for people to understand and saying the wrong thing seems to happen more often then not. We try to let it go because would we fare much better if it was reversed?? but it can be difficult.
My dad, surprisingly, has gotten it 100% right with being interested but not pushy and consistently checking in with how we are doing rather than how it is going. Others tend to focus on the medical or moral issues or get awkward, scared, disgusted or falsely positive.
When I talk with my sister I can tell she wants to be supportive but secretly doesn't believe in IVF. She doesn't want kids and just doesn't get the need to be a mom to have a fulfilling life. I often feel like a bug talking to her, like she's trying to figure out what makes me tick and what exactly the process is. Very "what's the next step if this doesn't work? Will you do donor eggs? Why do you want IVF?" Etc. my mother in law is more, "well I am an expert in IVF bc I have heard it all from patients and this one lady who's done 16 rounds". Both moms get into the medical aspect rather than just supporting us. I love them all to pieces but....
N e way! My point is we share when we want and don't when we don't. Just bc I told you once doesn't mean you have a right to it again! Kinda like sex.... Which I really miss by the way! Never thought I'd be required to go celibate to have a child! Mother Mary must have a special place in her heart for us!
@HBMama2B "Never thought I'd be required to go celibate to have a child!"
You crack me up all the time!! I share a lot of people's journies with my DH. He asks me almost every day, "so, what's new on the bump?" If he sees me laugh while reading something on my phone, he'll say, "What did the girl with the dog picture say this time?" I really hope you leave this board soon to join the pregnancy ones, but I will certainly miss your humor! It keeps me (and DH) laughing!
Married to DH 10/6/12
TTC since 5/14
Unexplained with (controlled) hypothyroidism and suspected ovulatory dysfunction (but, I do ovulate on my own)
Clomid 50 mg 3/15 (unmonitored) - BFN
Clomid 50 mg + metformin 4/15 (unmonitored) - BFN
First RE appt. 5/15; Natural cycle 5/15 monitored with 2 mature follicles and Pregnyl Trigger (full dose) + prometrium - BFN
6/15 HSG - clear tubes & normal uterus; great PCT test results
TI - 100 mg Clomid + prometrium (AM & PM) + vaginal estrace (AM & PM) 6-7/15 (monitored) --> no additional response and thinned lining - BFN
TI - Injectables (follistim + Gonal-F, Ganirelix, & 1/2 dose Pregnyl) + prometrium (AM & PM) 9/15 --> 3-7 mature follicles (3 definites and 4+ that could have matured due to trigger) @ O -->BFN + 5 large cysts
hahahaha @HBmama2b"Never thought I'd be required to go celibate to have a child"
OMG I been so horny. (sorry for the TMI) - I had to stop watching this show called "the affair" because in every episode you see this couple having sex . I can't even cuddle with DH because i get these urges lol.
Let's not forget how sexy our BUMS look with all those injections very sexy
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned*** ME: 34/DH: 33 TTC (On & Off) Since 2008 Diagnosed DOR August 2013 2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC 10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks 7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining 08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13 ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal. 10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd! 12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
I couldn't agree more, @HBamama2B Especially with the "just because I told you once doesn't mean you have the right to it again" piece. Also, just because I told you parts doesn't mean you have a right to all the information. I'm realizing through this process that I'm more private than I ever thought.
I do the same @mclorn !! My husband thinks I'm nuts lol He keeps saying, "you don't know these girls- but you act like you've been friends with them for 10 years" I get so exited for you all \:D/
Me 30 || DH 36 Unexplained Infertility- Postive for MTHFR Gene Mutation
Natural cycles with 1 miscarriage -3 IUI's w/ Clomid= BFN -IVF #1-Follistim and Menopur= BFN ***11 Eggs, 10 mature, 8 fertilized, transferred 1 (day 5) 2 made it to freeze -FET #1- Transferred 2, day 5 embryos =BFN -IVF #2- Follistim and Menopur = BFN ***11 retrieved, 8 mature, 6 fertilized, transferred 2 (day 3), 4 made it to freeze (Follistim and Menopur) = BFN -FET #2- Transferred 2, day 3 embryos = BFN **Changed doctor** -IUI #4- natural cycle = BFN -IUI #5- Follistim (5 eggs) BFP- lead to Miscarriage -Laproscopic Surgery for Endometriosis, Polyp removal and Cyst removal. -IVF #3- Menopur, Follistim, Lupron, Ganirellex- BFP lead to Eptopic Pregnancy ***11 Eggs retrieved, 10 Mature, 8 fertilized, transferred 3 embryos (day 3), 0 made it to freeze -Lapropscopic surgery- Removal of Fallopian Tube -IVF #4- Estrogen Priming with Vivelle dot, Menopur, Follistim, Ganirellex- BFP ***15 Eggs retreived, 11 mature, 11 fertilized, 2 embryos transferred (day 3), 2 made it to freeze Found out I was positive for MTHFR Gene Mutation during TWW of IVF #4
I am so on board with this conversation. It has probably been one of the most unforeseen/unexpected difficulties of this journey.
My DH also didn't want it to come up, hoping that we'd get pregnant and no one would have to know we struggled at all. It caused us a few arguments and me several breakdowns. Not because I wanted to shout it from the rooftops, but because there were several times I was put in an awkward situation that could have been prevented from a private conversation before hand. Especially once an insensitive friend and another time with his sister. That was a hard time for us.
All along I have had just a couple people I talk to about it, but like @HBamama2B said, I definitely demoted some close, close people out of this particular circle of trust. Insensitive comments, false optimism and/or a big mouth.
Because if said big mouth most of my family knew about our struggles in general, then found out that we had graduated to IVF. It was my Grandma who was really the only person who nailed it as far as boundaries go. However, before we even started the cycle, we made the decision not to give specific details to anyone. I didn't want phone calls on appointment days and I especially didn't want a probing phone call the day of the beta. I think my sister has been the most hurt by this decision, but it makes me very comfortable and as we all know, it's none of her business anyway.
On a positive note, it leaves the door open for a surprise down the road
Sheesh, that was a bit of a rant.
Also @HBamama2B, did Miss something?? Did you do a test? Have a beta??
Ok, super strong pms cramps for like 3 hours now. My question is, it can't actually be pms, right? Regardless of being pregnant or not, the meds won't allow us to pms/start a cycle, right? So either I am just having a reaction to the meds or perhaps, early pregnancy symptoms, or my body is confused.....thoughts?
@mclorn, @Colleen0516 my DH always asks how the boards are too. & I'd like to think I know you all well... We are in the trenches together, battle buddies.
@mclorn important things first! I doubt it's period cramps, which really only leaves one thing since the PIO isn't likely to cause that. I mean, maybe, but I've never heard of it--only bbs and other things. Ladies, your thoughts?
Second note- I love how real this board has grown over time. The wealth of support and real, vital tmi hilarious real topics is a rich resource that I hope many women use down the road (Google send them here!).
My DH is up to speed on all of you and knows how strong a resource this board is. He likes to hear the updates too and some of my questions are his. He tried a MFI board but found it deeply disappointing. I do think this thread is unique. But I see us rolling over to first trimester together too, so I think we will have a great continuation with many more hilarious and thoughtful moments ahead!!
And yes, @lizg19 I hesitated to post that last sentence but really it's getting outrageous. My DH has to literally fend me off every night bc one of us is just more of a rule follower than the other and I'm losing it! I think I'm now looking forward to beta day (hoping for a BFP on 10/9!) as a chance to get busy not making a baby.
Umm just hung up on DH's FaceTime so I oils finish this post. So ashamed. Lol.
You got three more days to go @HBamama2B I asked my nurse this past Monday about the sex part and she told straight out "no sex and if you test positive for pregnancy no sex for 12 weeks" . I don't know who was more disappointed me or my DH. I think me . After she left , he goes to me . 12 weeks?? Is she for real?? Lots of cold shower for us lol
This group has been amazing, very supportive and helpful. Took me a while to learn all the abbreviation lol
@mclorn During my first week I was feeling minor cramps. Like that ones I get before my period but this week I didn't get to many just tiny ones . And having some back discomfort
Are we supposed to hold off on having sex until beta? Mine isn't until the 19th! My doctor told me 5 days.
I don't think it's PMS either. That would be really unlikely. Perhaps a stupid question but did you eat anything that could be giving you cramps? My body has been more sensitive since pumping all this medication into it. @mclorn
I agree... this board has become a safe haven for me. I also feel like I know you all and that we are friends... I guess it's easy because we truly understand this journey even though all our stories are different. I'm almost obsessing over this board trying to make sure that I don't miss anyone's news...
On another note: Follies are growing growing good. the smallest ones are up to 12MM and my doc wants me to stim again tonight, come back in AM and I could be triggering tomorrow... they want me to do a co trigger of Ganirelix..anyone ever heard of that/done that before? I don't quite understand what that means.
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned*** ME: 34/DH: 33 TTC (On & Off) Since 2008 Diagnosed DOR August 2013 2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC 10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks 7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining 08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13 ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal. 10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd! 12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
Congrats @ShayLatrice ! That's wonderful news! I did a double trigger of Lupron and HCG. My RE did it to prevent OHSS as I was high risk. Not sure why they might use ganrilex as a trigger although I took that for several days before trigger to prevent ovulation too soon so that may be why!!
HBamama2B I was thrown off a bit because I didn't do Ganirelix this time around... I did Lupron. But I think they might be worried that I'm close to ovulation based on my blood?? IDK... LOL. but I've trusted my RE this far so I didn't question her!. The funny thing is they told me to bring it in the office so I guess they are going to do it for me... I wish they could just do the HCG shot for me too... ain't nobody excited about shooting their self in the BOOTY!!! That don't even sound right...
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned*** ME: 34/DH: 33 TTC (On & Off) Since 2008 Diagnosed DOR August 2013 2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC 10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks 7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining 08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13 ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal. 10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd! 12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
I have a question for all of you ladies How are your DH or partners? My DH is stressing out a lot. We just finished having a little conversation and he is scared about the outcome. He is worry he won't be able to provide me with the necessary comfort I need if things don't go well for us. Poor guy has been eating lots of ice cream lately. We only have one frozen embryo. We transfer two. This is our first iVf and may be the only one because our insurance won't cover it.
Yes, thank you for this safe haven! I definitely think of you ladies all day and check our board every chance I get!! :x @ShayLatrice woohoo! Now the exciting stuff not sure about the Ganrilex though...
So I definitely have been eating pretty crappy lately... In my office of ten employees, six of us have October birthdays! So lots of cake and treats.... Soothes my soul, but adds to discomfort. But no the cramping, etc I feel now is exactly what I get every month. Not like the mild tugs last week. I did not have this pms feeling with my previous failed ivf cycle so I am thinking that it is not truly pms..... Which is a good thing. Any more thoughts? @lizg19 I also have lower back pain (like I do right before AF).
I spent the evening with my bff, her hubby, and their twin 7 month olds. Only memorable comment was from the DH and he said "are you sure you want to transfer TWO?". Haha, enough said!
lizg19 DH has been really strong through this process... he is really comforting and give me pep talks when I need them and also holds me when I'm concerned or upset. With that said, I'am always asking him how he is doing with everything because I don't want him to feel like this process is ALL about me. He does have a hard time knowing how much I have to put my body through for a "chance", "hope" of having a child... I think that is the part that bothers him the most.
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned*** ME: 34/DH: 33 TTC (On & Off) Since 2008 Diagnosed DOR August 2013 2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC 10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks 7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining 08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13 ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal. 10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd! 12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
@lizg19 my DH is the most mellow, laid back person I know. I have never seen him cry or really show extreme emotion. Which is hard because not that I want him to be upset or stressed, but I feel like I care more than he does. Which is not true...he just doesn't show it. He's extremely logical. I am too but still have my emotional side. So if I didn't bring fertility up I don't know if he ever would! I know he wants kids he's just chill to the extreme..... He thinks long term and not 'cycle to cycle'.
mclornBooty shot sounds like I'm planning to have an accident with my gun...LOLOL!
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned*** ME: 34/DH: 33 TTC (On & Off) Since 2008 Diagnosed DOR August 2013 2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC 10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks 7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining 08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13 ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal. 10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd! 12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned*** ME: 34/DH: 33 TTC (On & Off) Since 2008 Diagnosed DOR August 2013 2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC 10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks 7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining 08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13 ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal. 10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd! 12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
@mclorn my DH is like yours. Laid back and mellow but think this time he is worry. He has been very supported and giving me hope and staying positive when I'm not. @ShayLatrice I been asking him how he is doing for a while but today he finally told me that he is very scared and worry. My DH has been giving me all my shots and been there for most of the RE appt and he said you women are brave to go through all of these don't know if I can do it . He said that only things he did like about this treatment is how big my boobs got lol
My DH is the positive one, he's my bouy keeping me afloat when I'm sure it won't work or want to back away. I really though he would be slow to roll into the infertility thing, but he's been charging in and handling it like a pro despite his unexpected Dx. (We thought only I had barriers). He is definitely bothered by the physical toll this takes on me though, I don't try to hide it, but I'm mindful when I complain or show pain, that he feels it too.
@mclorn the most common symptoms of early pregnancy are stronger than typical pms symptoms. Since pms varies from person to person, symptoms that mimic your specific brand of pre-AF-suck are actually a good sign at this point given the PIO. I'd say it's a positive sign especially if it's different from last time! I've been eating crappy too, backslid on carbs and dairy. Gotta fight my way back out! #nojudgement
K so I'm not a compulsive symptom stalker (yes I am) but noticed tonight that the veins on my breasts / upper chest are, as of today, much more visible (I look a little like an AAA road map y'all!). So anyone heard of this tied to PIO or estrace? I'm sure both could cause it. Was counting myself out since I have no symptoms (even my breast tenderness/nipple sensitivity disappeared-I'm actually angry at my bbs for being so normal!)... Anyway, faint beacon of hope or tricky PIO fish again?
@mclorn do it!! I had a similar situation and was on my own. the fear of it was waaaaaay worse than it was and I felt like a million bucks afterward. It is scary, and I looked at my spot and the needle for some time, but it was really ok.
Good morning mommas-to-be! I passed out early last night so I missed the conversation.
Although my DH hasn't verbalized his fear of the what ifs, I'm sure they're there. I've had some major meltdowns, perhaps disportional, and I'm sure he's afraid of how I'll handle a negative. Heck, I'm terrified too. I'm actually dreading beta day. Knowing that I might be completely heartbroken in two weeks is scary.
Re: September / October IVF
We told no one about the IUIs but once we got the complete Dx of infertility on both sides and were forced to move to IVF it changed everything. I needed to confide and it had a significant impact on our ability to travel. We knew we would be missing key family events and the work excuse wouldn't wash. Our parents and best friends were supportive, but it is difficult for people to understand and saying the wrong thing seems to happen more often then not. We try to let it go because would we fare much better if it was reversed?? but it can be difficult.
My dad, surprisingly, has gotten it 100% right with being interested but not pushy and consistently checking in with how we are doing rather than how it is going. Others tend to focus on the medical or moral issues or get awkward, scared, disgusted or falsely positive.
When I talk with my sister I can tell she wants to be supportive but secretly doesn't believe in IVF. She doesn't want kids and just doesn't get the need to be a mom to have a fulfilling life. I often feel like a bug talking to her, like she's trying to figure out what makes me tick and what exactly the process is. Very "what's the next step if this doesn't work? Will you do donor eggs? Why do you want IVF?" Etc. my mother in law is more, "well I am an expert in IVF bc I have heard it all from patients and this one lady who's done 16 rounds". Both moms get into the medical aspect rather than just supporting us. I love them all to pieces but....
N e way! My point is we share when we want and don't when we don't. Just bc I told you once doesn't mean you have a right to it again! Kinda like sex.... Which I really miss by the way! Never thought I'd be required to go celibate to have a child! Mother Mary must have a special place in her heart for us!
You crack me up all the time!! I share a lot of people's journies with my DH. He asks me almost every day, "so, what's new on the bump?" If he sees me laugh while reading something on my phone, he'll say, "What did the girl with the dog picture say this time?" I really hope you leave this board soon to join the pregnancy ones, but I will certainly miss your humor! It keeps me (and DH) laughing!
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned***
ME: 34/DH: 33
TTC (On & Off) Since 2008
Diagnosed DOR August 2013
2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC
10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks
7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining
08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13
ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal.
10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd!
12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
12/21/15 ~ 13dp5dfet Beta 755! I'M PREGNANT!!!/ 12/23/15 ~15dp5dfet Beta 1539!
01/05/16 ~ 1st Ultrasound - 2 little beans and 2 Heartbeats (120 & 125 bpm)
My Fur Baby: Diva Celeste McClendon
He keeps saying, "you don't know these girls- but you act like you've been friends with them for 10 years" I get so exited for you all \:D/
Unexplained Infertility- Postive for MTHFR Gene Mutation
Natural cycles with 1 miscarriage
-3 IUI's w/ Clomid= BFN
-IVF #1-Follistim and Menopur= BFN
***11 Eggs, 10 mature, 8 fertilized, transferred 1 (day 5) 2 made it to freeze
-FET #1- Transferred 2, day 5 embryos =BFN
-IVF #2- Follistim and Menopur = BFN
***11 retrieved, 8 mature, 6 fertilized, transferred 2 (day 3), 4 made it to freeze (Follistim and Menopur) = BFN
-FET #2- Transferred 2, day 3 embryos = BFN
**Changed doctor**
-IUI #4- natural cycle = BFN
-IUI #5- Follistim (5 eggs) BFP- lead to Miscarriage
-Laproscopic Surgery for Endometriosis, Polyp removal and Cyst removal.
-IVF #3- Menopur, Follistim, Lupron, Ganirellex- BFP lead to Eptopic Pregnancy
***11 Eggs retrieved, 10 Mature, 8 fertilized, transferred 3 embryos (day 3), 0 made it to freeze
-Lapropscopic surgery- Removal of Fallopian Tube
-IVF #4- Estrogen Priming with Vivelle dot, Menopur, Follistim, Ganirellex- BFP
***15 Eggs retreived, 11 mature, 11 fertilized, 2 embryos transferred (day 3), 2 made it to freeze
Found out I was positive for MTHFR Gene Mutation during TWW of IVF #4
My DH also didn't want it to come up, hoping that we'd get pregnant and no one would have to know we struggled at all. It caused us a few arguments and me several breakdowns. Not because I wanted to shout it from the rooftops, but because there were several times I was put in an awkward situation that could have been prevented from a private conversation before hand. Especially once an insensitive friend and another time with his sister. That was a hard time for us.
All along I have had just a couple people I talk to about it, but like @HBamama2B said, I definitely demoted some close, close people out of this particular circle of trust. Insensitive comments, false optimism and/or a big mouth.
Because if said big mouth most of my family knew about our struggles in general, then found out that we had graduated to IVF. It was my Grandma who was really the only person who nailed it as far as boundaries go. However, before we even started the cycle, we made the decision not to give specific details to anyone. I didn't want phone calls on appointment days and I especially didn't want a probing phone call the day of the beta. I think my sister has been the most hurt by this decision, but it makes me very comfortable and as we all know, it's none of her business anyway.
On a positive note, it leaves the door open for a surprise down the road
Sheesh, that was a bit of a rant.
Also
@HBamama2B, did Miss something?? Did you do a test? Have a beta??
Second note- I love how real this board has grown over time. The wealth of support and real, vital tmi hilarious real topics is a rich resource that I hope many women use down the road (Google send them here!).
My DH is up to speed on all of you and knows how strong a resource this board is. He likes to hear the updates too and some of my questions are his. He tried a MFI board but found it deeply disappointing.
And yes, @lizg19 I hesitated to post that last sentence but really it's getting outrageous. My DH has to literally fend me off every night bc one of us is just more of a rule follower than the other and I'm losing it! I think I'm now looking forward to beta day (hoping for a BFP on 10/9!) as a chance to get busy not making a baby.
Umm just hung up on DH's FaceTime so I oils finish this post. So ashamed. Lol.
Thanks @HBamama2B definitely curious about everything going on inside!
I asked my nurse this past Monday about the sex part and she told straight out "no sex and if you test positive for pregnancy no sex for 12 weeks" . I don't know who was more disappointed me or my DH. I think me . After she left , he goes to me . 12 weeks?? Is she for real?? Lots of cold shower for us lol
This group has been amazing, very supportive and helpful. Took me a while to learn all the abbreviation lol
@mclorn During my first week I was feeling minor cramps. Like that ones I get before my period but this week I didn't get to many just tiny ones . And having some back discomfort
I don't think it's PMS either. That would be really unlikely. Perhaps a stupid question but did you eat anything that could be giving you cramps? My body has been more sensitive since pumping all this medication into it. @mclorn
My stomach has been weird sometimes but I can tell the difference btw PMS cramps and cramps like I have to poo. LoL
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned***
ME: 34/DH: 33
TTC (On & Off) Since 2008
Diagnosed DOR August 2013
2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC
10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks
7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining
08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13
ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal.
10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd!
12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
12/21/15 ~ 13dp5dfet Beta 755! I'M PREGNANT!!!/ 12/23/15 ~15dp5dfet Beta 1539!
01/05/16 ~ 1st Ultrasound - 2 little beans and 2 Heartbeats (120 & 125 bpm)
My Fur Baby: Diva Celeste McClendon
I am obsessed with this board as well. I log into it 10x more than I do with anything else.
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned***
ME: 34/DH: 33
TTC (On & Off) Since 2008
Diagnosed DOR August 2013
2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC
10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks
7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining
08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13
ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal.
10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd!
12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
12/21/15 ~ 13dp5dfet Beta 755! I'M PREGNANT!!!/ 12/23/15 ~15dp5dfet Beta 1539!
01/05/16 ~ 1st Ultrasound - 2 little beans and 2 Heartbeats (120 & 125 bpm)
My Fur Baby: Diva Celeste McClendon
I have a question for all of you ladies
How are your DH or partners? My DH is stressing out a lot. We just finished having a little conversation and he is scared about the outcome. He is worry he won't be able to provide me with the necessary comfort I need if things don't go well for us. Poor guy has been eating lots of ice cream lately. We only have one frozen embryo. We transfer two. This is our first iVf and may be the only one because our insurance won't cover it.
@ShayLatrice woohoo! Now the exciting stuff
So I definitely have been eating pretty crappy lately... In my office of ten employees, six of us have October birthdays! So lots of cake and treats.... Soothes my soul, but adds to discomfort. But no the cramping, etc I feel now is exactly what I get every month. Not like the mild tugs last week. I did not have this pms feeling with my previous failed ivf cycle so I am thinking that it is not truly pms..... Which is a good thing. Any more thoughts?
@lizg19 I also have lower back pain (like I do right before AF).
I spent the evening with my bff, her hubby, and their twin 7 month olds. Only memorable comment was from the DH and he said "are you sure you want to transfer TWO?". Haha, enough said!
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned***
ME: 34/DH: 33
TTC (On & Off) Since 2008
Diagnosed DOR August 2013
2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC
10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks
7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining
08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13
ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal.
10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd!
12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
12/21/15 ~ 13dp5dfet Beta 755! I'M PREGNANT!!!/ 12/23/15 ~15dp5dfet Beta 1539!
01/05/16 ~ 1st Ultrasound - 2 little beans and 2 Heartbeats (120 & 125 bpm)
My Fur Baby: Diva Celeste McClendon
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned***
ME: 34/DH: 33
TTC (On & Off) Since 2008
Diagnosed DOR August 2013
2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC
10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks
7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining
08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13
ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal.
10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd!
12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
12/21/15 ~ 13dp5dfet Beta 755! I'M PREGNANT!!!/ 12/23/15 ~15dp5dfet Beta 1539!
01/05/16 ~ 1st Ultrasound - 2 little beans and 2 Heartbeats (120 & 125 bpm)
My Fur Baby: Diva Celeste McClendon
*** Pregnancy & Miscarriage Mentioned***
ME: 34/DH: 33
TTC (On & Off) Since 2008
Diagnosed DOR August 2013
2009-2013 6 Clomid Rounds which resulted in 3 Cysts/Had to take some time off from TTC
10/2014 ~ BFP (Natural Pregnancy) after 3 months Acupuncture/Miscarriage at 10 wks
7/2015 ~ Med Protocol#1: Failed Cycle/Only 1 Egg/Unable to convert to IUI because thin uterus lining
08/2015 ~ Med Protocol #2: Started stims 09/13
ER 10/9 with 6 Eggs Retrieved/3 SNOWFLAKES!!
10/22/15 ~ AF Showed up, waiting for Fibroid removal.
10/28/15 ~ Saline Ultrasound - Fibroids were gone. FET scheduled for December 3rd!
12/08/15 ~ FET of one hatching Embaby
12/21/15 ~ 13dp5dfet Beta 755! I'M PREGNANT!!!/ 12/23/15 ~15dp5dfet Beta 1539!
01/05/16 ~ 1st Ultrasound - 2 little beans and 2 Heartbeats (120 & 125 bpm)
My Fur Baby: Diva Celeste McClendon
@ShayLatrice I been asking him how he is doing for a while but today he finally told me that he is very scared and worry. My DH has been giving me all my shots and been there for most of the RE appt and he said you women are brave to go through all of these don't know if I can do it . He said that only things he did like about this treatment is how big my boobs got lol
Since you guys were talking about shot shots
@mclorn the most common symptoms of early pregnancy are stronger than typical pms symptoms. Since pms varies from person to person, symptoms that mimic your specific brand of pre-AF-suck are actually a good sign at this point given the PIO. I'd say it's a positive sign especially if it's different from last time! I've been eating crappy too, backslid on carbs and dairy. Gotta fight my way back out! #nojudgement
I just had fried chicken and fries
I need to go back to eat healthy too
We have amazing DH
Unfortunately everything we experience, or don't experience, can be normal!
@lizg17 amen!
Good luck
I woke up feeling very good today so I want to wish good luck, lots of BFP, no more BFN, lots of baby dust to all of you
Although my DH hasn't verbalized his fear of the what ifs, I'm sure they're there. I've had some major meltdowns, perhaps disportional, and I'm sure he's afraid of how I'll handle a negative. Heck, I'm terrified too. I'm actually dreading beta day. Knowing that I might be completely heartbroken in two weeks is scary.