May IUI

MMD1986 · May 2016

Yum, cheese.

StephyM89 · May 2016

@NurseTMD85 - I think I may be the same as you and need the preparation beforehand. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with me, it was really helpful. I think I may do serial testing beforehand and that way I don't get hit particularly hard when the beta test comes. Thanks again!

Hoping4Success · May 2016

I am 12dpiui just tested bfn my beta is tuesday ive prepared myself already

Monica54321 · May 2016

@Hoping4Success - So sorry to hear

Lots of love to you.

Hoping4Success · May 2016

@Monica54321 i still have a bit hope it might be too early but who know

LeFemmeViolette · May 2016

In case anyone needs some feel-goods:

Awesome story here.

Monica54321 · May 2016

@LeFemmeViolette - Love that story!! Thanks for sharing!

lady_grey · May 2016

@paigeed sorry to hear about the waiting game but it sounds like you have a pretty good plan for the next few months. Since you have an idea of the various possibilities of how things could go, I hope it makes the journey and the branch points easier to negotiate.

Sorry to hear about the BFN's so far @Hoping4Success and @Monica54321. Hold on to a bit of hope and keep on trudging along!!! You got this.

@wifeinraleigh28 I'm a huge fan of cheese and think it could end wars! Whenever I'm in my TWW I want all the salty, fatty, sweet things I can get my hands on. What's your favorite cheese?

A hopeful story, thank you @LeFemmeViolette.

As for me, I finished my CD4-8 clomid and am waiting for my monitoring US and blood work on Weds, then maybe IUI on Friday. I also had the colonoscopy on Friday (normal, thank goodness) and my mother in law came to town - and I've survived!! I just made a batch of choco-chip cookies so YAY.

Hoping4Success · May 2016

@lady_grey thank you im trying so hard to hold onto hope i have a huge headache from the stress ugh

lady_grey · May 2016

I hear you, @Hoping4Success , this whole infertility thing is the WORST. Try to just keep swimming along even though it hurts and its hard. You're not alone! HUGS!

Hoping4Success · May 2016

@lady_grey i know im trying but i dont think i can stand sny more heartaches i think i will move on to ivf maybe one more iui

CooCoo4U · May 2016

@Hoping4Success
Being here has helped me a lot, hopefully we can help u thru this rough patch. It's terribly hard. Month by month....don't give up sweety

Hoping4Success · May 2016

@CooCoo4U i just feel im gonna go into depression because i cant have a kid ugh

wifeinraleigh28 · May 2016

@lady_grey Oh wow choosing a favorite might be tough... I'm a huge fan of goat cheese, feta, brie, jarlsberg, camembert, raclette.... It's all so yummy!!! What are some of your favorites?

paigeed · May 2016

@lady_grey thanks for the encouragement. I'm so tired of being benched. I've been benched since March 4th for cysts. I just want something to go right!

Have any of you had laproscopy or hysteroscopy? What was the recovery time? Did u have to take that cycle off or could you keep trying that cycle? Was your body way out of whack for awhile?

NurseTMD85 · May 2016

Question ladies!

I went for my CD3 US and BW, but had to go to a different office because it was the weekend and I didn't see my regular doctor or nurse. I got the call in the afternoon with my results and the message said to start my clomid on CD3 which was yesterday evening - I didn't even have it yet because I was never told my protocol was changing (I usually take it days 5-9). This office has given me incorrect information before so I questioned them and they said they don't see any note to change my protocol so I should start on CD 5 like I have on previous rounds. My regular nurse responded to my email this morning stating that I was supposed to start yesterday!!!!!! She said that because I didn't that I should do days 5-9 again. Apparently my RE wanted to try a hail mary or something on this last IUI round. I inquired about starting CD4 and she said their office doesn't do that. Which doesn't really make much sense to me. I know that taking it earlier produces more follies but taking it later produces better quality follies. I would think that CD4 is a happy medium, especially since I was suspposed to start yesterday. I'm thinking of rebelling and starting tonight anyway.

So my question is: Has anyone done CD 4-8 before? I wouldn't mind another follie or 2 this round!

Thanks in advance ladies! And sorry to the BFNs this weekend. Who is testing this week?!

MMD1986 · May 2016

paigeed said:

@lady_grey thanks for the encouragement. I'm so tired of being benched. I've been benched since March 4th for cysts. I just want something to go right!

Have any of you had laproscopy or hysteroscopy? What was the recovery time? Did u have to take that cycle off or could you keep trying that cycle? Was your body way out of whack for awhile?

Cysts are so annoying. At my RE'S office now waiting on an ultrasound to check mine.

omarismyhomeboy · May 2016

@Hoping4Success I'm sorry- we all know how this feels- trust me. I wish there were a magic wand that could tell us all when we would finally have our successes, but there doesn't seem to be anything other than waiting it out. And being on these boards has helped me a lot- the ladies are so encouraging and its a group of people who know what you are talking about.

@wifeinraleigh28- omg all this cheese talk. My FIL owns a cheese store! That's totally why I got married.

(jk jk jk)

Monica54321 · May 2016

May IUI Tracker

@2014Mrs - Any news your way?

FX for our ladies who should be ending their TWWs the first half of this week - @Twomommies16, @elisam511, @msdee84

LeFemmeViolette · May 2016

New plan! DH and I had decided we'd do as many IUIs as we can between now and when we go on vacation in August. However, we're getting impatient. So IUI #3 is going to be our last one, and then if needed we'll move on to IVF. I'm still really nervous about it, but if that's what it takes, then so be it. I started the "What's IVF like" thread on here, and many women have replied that it's not as scary as it seems. If anyone else is considering IVF, take a look at that thread to calm your nerves a bit.

JamieH2000 · May 2016

Hoping4Success- Sorry you are feeling so down. I know how you feel and its so hard. No matter what anyone says to try to cheer you up, its hard to feel better. I wish I had found a way to make myself feel better on the down days, but still trying to figure it out. I have just learned that I need 3-4 days after each disappointment to feel sad, and that nothing but time/starting a new month will cheer me up. Hang in there. I truly believe that all this struggle will make it so much sweeter when it does happen. Obviously all mothers love and appreciate their kids, but I feel like I will have a whole new attitude towards motherhood after this struggle to get there.

LeFemmeViolette - Good topic, I am going to check out that thread as we are likely moving to IVF in June/July if this month doesn't work. I am not scared about the physical part of IVF... more just what if it doesn't work after all that money you spend? How many times does someone try given the cost, but its also usually the last option. That thought definitely freaks me out.

I love all this cheese talk! I live in WI and cheese is just such a part of life here. you are all making me hungry! my fav is port wine cheese spread with crackers.. its seriously addicting!

Monica54321 · May 2016

@LeFemmeViolette - I've been following your "What's IVF like" thread At my last appointment, when we decided to go ahead and schedule the IVF consultation, my RE said that in his experience IVF seems to actually be less stressful that IUIs for a lot of women for the following reasons....

Easier to hold onto hope during the process because the odds are actually in your favor of success
Greater sense of 'control' because you are more actively involved (ex: giving yourself shots)
Shorter waiting durations between the next 'thing' due to increased frequency of ultrasounds, blood draws, ER, transfer, etc

Obviously there are other stressors that kick in with IVF (increased cost, more appointments, etc) - it really just depends on the person. While more appointments may be more stressful for someone, they can actually be less stressful for someone else! I feel a lot more calm & at peace now that I have our consult scheduled for July (wish it was June... maybe they're will be a cancellation).

Monica54321 · May 2016

DH & I are leaving on vacation Wednesday night for eastern Europe (through May 30th). Is there a volunteer to take over making sure the spreadsheet is updated & screenshot is put on the thread over day or so? I'll still be checking in on the boards from my phone but it may not be as frequent & I won't be able to upload pretty screenshots.

NurseTMD85 · May 2016

@monica54321 I can do it

I may not be able to get on this weekend due to some events I have but I'm good for the rest of the time.

NurseTMD85 · May 2016

FYI: it totally won't be as pretty as yours. I'm not technologically savvy.

wifeinraleigh28 · May 2016

@Monica54321, I can also help @NurseTMD85 keep the spreadsheet up to date!

Cheese, cheese, cheese...

MMD1986 · May 2016

Hoping to start seeing a few positives on the spreadsheet!

Just spoke with my doctor's office...2 more weeks of birth control for me and then hopefully starting with injections next month.

anix86 · May 2016

Hi ladies! New to the bump. Have my second IUI scheduled May 23. TTC for 18months dx with PCOS, tried 3 months clomid with no response. Now on month 2 of femara and estrogen supplements due to thin uterine lining. Trying to stay positive and sending baby dust to everyone!

wifeinraleigh28 · May 2016

Welcome @anix86 fx for a good outcome

NurseTMD85 · May 2016

@anix86 Welcome! Fx for you!!!!

pmjb · May 2016

Well my IUI had been scheduled for Wednesday at 10:30. I have 3 follicles 1.8cm, 1.6 & 1.5. I did my trigger and made my travel plans.

JamieH2000 · May 2016

pmjb- congrats and good luck on the IUI!

Ladies- just wondered your thoughts on working out during TWW? I know light-moderate activity is ok... but I just get so worried I will mess something up, or maybe I am just looking for a reason to not work out haha. My RE hasn't really said anything about it.. but I feel like it would be healthy because these dang horomones have definitely made me gain a couple of pounds. I know they reco taking it easy after IVF for TWW, so not sure if that advice is true for IUI?

marissy8 · May 2016

@JamieH2000 I am wondering the same. I do crossfit and it helps me destress and feel better. I really don't want to stop and I plan to continue it once I become pregnant. I figure if my body is used it to, it should be fine.

Hoping4Success · May 2016

@JamieH2000 thanks so much jamie i have my beta tommrow but ive tested at home bfn last two day im 13dpiui still holding on to hope but also prepared myself as well. I agree these struggles will all pay off soon i feel very positive about that im so happy there is ppl i can talk to going through this tough journey together we all will have bfp soon i feel it we deserve it

Monica54321 · May 2016

I'm procrastinating on packing... let's do something fun while we're all waiting (whether is for beta, IUI, or AF) I'm order to get to know each other better...

1) Where do you live? (whatever you're comfortable sharing)
2) What's your career/profession?
3) How did you & DH (or partner) meet?

Monica54321 · May 2016

1) Iowa... land of corn & presidential hopefuls
2) Engineering manager for avionics software
3) At a fraternity party when we were 19... less than a month later, after many glasses of Boones Farm, I told him I loved him and asked if we could get married someday... he was extremely creeped out, but not enough to dump me, thankfully! We're celebrating 8 years of marriage in Hallstatt, Austria on the 25th

JamieH2000 · May 2016

Good Idea Monica54321! Quick question for you- how do you add a signature to each post? Congrats on the anniversary and have an AMAZING time in Austria!

For me:

1. Wisconsin

2. Finance in a CPG company

3. First day of senior year in highschool in an Aerospace class. Took a few months to actually hang out, but had our first kiss at midnight on New Years Eve.

elisam511 · May 2016

@Monica54321 what a great idea! You know, I think about you girls all the time... what a fun way to get to know each other better!

1) I live in Raleigh NC but I am originally from Miami FL. Been in NC for 7 years and I love it... miss my family and friends back home, but I will be seeing them next week to celebrate my grandpa's 90th bday! I hope to come back to miami with some positive news!
2) I work for Spectraforce Technologies (staffing agency) as an HR Dept Manager, so if you need to find a job, send me your resume and I'll forward it to our recruitment team... we staff for a lot of clients across the U.S: liberty mutual, cvs, facebook, cocacola, UPS, BCBS, and lots more....
3) My husband and I met online! I had just turned 30 and was SO OVER idiot guys.... so I met my husband through match and its been wonderful ever since! He's turning 40 on Friday (when I'm supposed to POAS!) Can you imagine me being able to give him the best bday gift ever? I hope I hope I hope I hope!

Sending lots of love and positive thoughts to all of you!!!!

MMD1986 · May 2016

1. Louisiana
2. I do new business case management for a life insurance broker.
3. We met chatting back and forth on a local sports message board. That was 5 years ago and still going strong, we have our second marriage anniversary next month.

wifeinraleigh28 · May 2016

@JamieH2000 I usually go a little easy on the exercise during TWW and no heavy lifting. I still do my daily 3 mile walk with DH every morning, but nothing too strenuous.

Cool idea @Monica54321!

1) I've lived in Raleigh, NC for 4 years now. I'm from So Cal originally. I love it here!
2) I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice. I work primarily with couples and families with a specialty in parenting kids with behavior problems or trauma. But I also work with older teens and adults individually as well.
3) Like @elisam511 we met on match!

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