IF/Testing Check-In Week of 8/1

mrsdaddario · August 2016

***General TW that this thread can and will mention MC and loss.***

This is a place for those of us who have already started TTC, but have started infertility testing and/or treatments. You can express your thoughts, feelings, and frustrations on infertility. TTC can be a long journey naturally, then add in the difficulties associated with infertility and it becomes a whole new ball game. The road to infertility can be lonely, frustrating, and complicated, so let's make this a place where we can vent, ask questions, and support one another. Feel free to resurrect this thread at any point in the week if you have something to say, and treat this like an ongoing conversation.

Diagnosis (If you've been):

Cycle/CD:

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA):

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?)

How are things going?

Any questions?

GTKY: Do yu believe in extraterrestrial life?

YesOuiCan · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): Finished initial testing, but no official diagnosis. Looks like it will be unexplained infertility.

Cycle/CD: 11/8

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? Just trying on our own this cycle. We both need to get our genetic testing done before we can start treatment (or decide not to have it done), and we've been putting that off.

How are things going? Everything's going fine right now. I'm distracted with preparations for my best friend's wedding later this week, so not really worrying about my own stuff. I hope everyone else is doing well!

Any questions?

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? I want to believe!

WorkingOnMyNightCheese · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): PCOS

Cycle/CD: 14/1

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TTA

What are you doing this cycle? We're finishing up testing for recurrent loss. I've had everything done except genetic testing (saving that for last) and the progesterone, which is getting done this cycle. Upping metforming to two pills a day today.

How are things going? Okay, having a break from TTC has been nice. I'm going back to temping/OPKs tomorrow so they can know when I ovulated, which I'm weirdly excited about. I like knowing all that stuff!

Any questions? Not right now.

GTKY: I find it hard to believe that Earth is the only place ever to exist with life on it. Whether or not it's carbon-based or not, who knows.

daisy62103 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): nothing official as everything thus far looks normal. most likely secondary infertility.

Cycle/CD: 13 (ugh!)/17

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): think I o'd yesterday so tww

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) I decided to opk and temp at the last minute b/c I couldn't resist and it looks like I o'd 3 days after my +opk which never happens. Usually I am same or next day O. Our timing then was even worse with DH OOT.

How are things going? I'm now wishing I temped this whole cycle - I don't like not knowing what's going on. But b/c it was horrible timing, I definitely won't be obsessing and holding my breath in the tww which is a good thing. The plan is to resume clomid + trigger + iui next month.

Any questions? We have a trip to Disney World planned for mid September that we scheduled months ago. I don't want to give up a month of trying since I've had no luck in the past 12 months, and I'm in the >35 group, but traveling to FL with the Zika virus now there worries me a bit. Anyone have thoughts?

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? nope

[Deleted User] · August 2016

<div><b>Diagnosis (If you've been):</b> Not sure yet, third cycle taking 100mg oral Progesterone... still spotting to the Creighton instructor is recommending going up to 200mg, possibly vaginally.

<b>Cycle/CD:</b> 11/12</div><div>
</div><div><b>Status (WTO/TWW/TTA)</b>: WTO</div><div>
</div><div><b>What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?)</b> Doctor also added a course of antibiotics that are wrapping up shortly here. DH will be coming with me to my next appointment so I can get his SA kit, a script for the HSG, and he really wants to do the ovulatory u/s series soon, too.
</div><div> </div><div><b>How are things going?</b> Ugh. I almost cried today in my Creighton session today BUT I DIDN'T! DH came with me so that was cool. She is giving me a quiz next time, because then I'll be charting 3 months on my own, but of course, still following up with the doctors ongoing... DH was getting depressed the other night because he is convinced it's a problem on his end that is making us not get pregnant. It makes me so sad, but I mean, he's being silly because what he's even talking about is not a big deal. If he has any infertility, it's not because of what he's worried about, but still it's hard to see him getting down on himself or our situation, or to hear her say adamantly, if we have had well-timed intercourse for this long and are not pregnant THERE IS SOMETHING GOING ON. wtf.
</div><div> </div><div><b>Any questions?</b> Anyone have a crystal ball? lol the Creighton instructor was saying she has a, "good feeling," that we WILL get pregnant, it just might take a little time/intervention, but she's SURE we will get pregnant because she just knows. lol That's nice. Does anyone know when???
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</div><b>GTKY:</b> Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? I believe in Angels! Does that count?
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HarryPotterandCats · August 2016

Heyyyy @WorkingOnMyNightCheese !
@Daisy621 , I wouldn't worry honestly. That case was in Miami and its a farrrr journey from there to Orlando. H and I are going to Sarasota in Sept. No worries on my end. Try not to stress. I know, easier said then done. If it ends up in Orlandoyou can always call the airline and tell them your TTC or pregnant and that it is unsafe for you to go there at this time and try to get money back.

Diagnosis (If you've been): PCOS

Cycle/CD: month 14/cycle 8/ cd 21

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): tww

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) iui on cd 16. Beta next Wednesday but will pee on a stick Tuesday AM.

How are things going? They are going. I have been waiting for August since we started working with our RE and she told us IVF will be our best bet. WE ARE IN AUGUST!!! IVF consult is the 11th and I already have my birth control perscription ready to be fill if this IUI is a bust!

Any questions? Nope

GTKY: Do yu believe in extraterrestrial life?
I dont think so

mrsdaddario · August 2016

@Daisy621 I'm not sure how I personally would feel about venturing to a Zika-possible location. Is September considered "in season" for mosquitos? I wouldn't worry to much, as @HarryPotterandCats said, you can always wait until it gets closer and then call for a refund. I'd wait it out and see if more cases pop up, if not, I'd go still.

@HarryPotterandCats I really, really hope you don't need to move on to IVF! Keeping my fx this will be your cycle!

@BusinessWife I feel so bad for YH! Poor guy! Hopefully the SA will put him in the clear. I mean, on one hand if there does turn out to be an issue, at least you'll pinpoint it and get a plan. It would almost be better than unexplained, if there are in fact any issues. On the other hand, I obviously reallllly hope there are NO issues with his counts!

Diagnosis (If you've been): PCOS

Cycle/CD: 11/8

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) Letrozole 7.5mg, Trigger, IUI

How are things going? Things are going well now that we have scheduled our IUI for tomorrow! I had a solid 21mm follicle this morning, and a thick lining. I'll trigger tonight at 9:30 and IUI will be tomorrow at 9:30! This is our third medicated cycle with Letrozole and IUI. I know our chances are still miserable, but I can't help get my hopes up a wee bit. Third times a charm type deal I suppose. Also, I've read and our RE said, 35-40% of couples will get KU with medicated IUI's within 3-4 cycles. I know that's still not great odds, but I'm holding out hope.

GTKY: Do yu believe in extraterrestrial life?
I think I believe in....something. This universe is much, much to vast and even more vast than we probably know. The odds that we're the only ones seem highly unlikely.

HarryPotterandCats · August 2016

@mrsdaddario , fx for great numbers tomorrow! 21mm is a beatufil size!

MandyBeeSLP · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): None yet

Cycle/CD: 16/11

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) My first appt. with my doctor is next Tuesday. I'm nervous and really hoping she takes me seriously.

How are things going? So-So. Still trying naturally this cycle since I will likely O before my appointment.

Any questions? Does anyone have suggestions of things to make sure I bring up with my PCP? Was there anything you wish you had said or asked at your first appointment?

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? No.

HarryPotterandCats · August 2016

@MandyBeeSLP , My PCP and OB were pretty useless. OB wanted to put me on unmonitored clomid. The only poisitve of the OB was she was able to diagnose my PCOS. Honestly, your PCP isnt the one to go to for TTC issues. Do you have an RE yet?

MandyBeeSLP · August 2016

@HarryPotterandCats No. My PCP has done all my Paps for me so I don't have an OB. This is my very first appointment to talk about fertility concerns. I made it in June but I had to wait til now for the appointment.

HarryPotterandCats · August 2016

MandyBeeSLP said:

@HarryPotterandCats No. My PCP has done all my Paps for me so I don't have an OB. This is my very first appointment to talk about fertility concerns. I made it in June but I had to wait til now for the appointment.

I would seriously recommend going to an RE. I always had my PCP do my paps as well. I use to get chronic yeast infections and my PCP told me it was no issue just get over the counter stuff. Went to an OB and it was BV. PCPs dont test everything that an OB does.

Regardless, you are 16 cycles in. If you have been TTC over a year with no living child then you will have no issues getting into an RE. PCPs are there for your own health. OBs are meant to keep you pregnant. REs are meant to get you pregnant.

mrsdaddario · August 2016

Yeah, my PCP actually referred me to an OB when I said I hadn't gotten my period in 56 days, and was testing negative on HPT's. So I found an OB in my work area that had a baby centered office. She eventually dx me with PCOS but she also wanted to go straight to Clomid. These were some of the questions I asked her though, before I realized I needed an RE.

What blood work will I need?
Can you get a script for MH to get an SA?
Can you give me an hsg to make sure my tubes are clear?
Can I get an ultrasound of my ovaries/uterus?
I temp, I chart, I OPK, what are your thoughts on this?
I've been off of hormonal birth control for x months, could our trouble be I haven't regulated yet?
What are you recommendations for medicated cycles?

Unfortunately or fortunately, I suppose however you look at it, she could kind of tell from my appearance and lack of AF that I would probably test for PCOS. Not sure if you'll get that too, but just throwing it out there.

Marley629 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): diminished ovarian reserve

Cycle/CD: 11/cd13/1dpo

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): benched until AF

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?)
Nada. (See below)

How are you doing?: I'm ok - benched due to doctors orders not to BD for 1 week after hysterscopy so we missed FW; hysterscopy went well just waiting on pathology results but am not worried; so I asked RE about next steps and if we can do Clomid + TI cycle monitored and she said sure but OH needs to complete his SA and we both need to do the genetic testing first. OH had an appt 2 months ago for his SA but didn't go and is giving me a hard time about it - really dude? I've been examined, poked, etc a bunch of times - get over it So i kinda used some scare tactics with him (prob a FFFC here) but said ok we have two choices - you get the SA and we do the genetic testing with the RE who is going to monitor us with the Clomid and make sure we don't have high order multiples OR I'll just do the Clomid with the OB unmonitored and take the chance...you pick (for the record, I refused to do the Clomid unmonitored with the OB when they suggested it and that hasn't changed but he doesn't need to know that lol) so someone will be getting the SA done soon

Any questions? If you have done the genetic testing, how long did it take for results to come back? We can't start a medicated cycle until that happens and also the SA so I'm thinking it might not be next cycle but the cycle after that since AF is due to show up on 15th

GTKY: Do yu believe in extraterrestrial life? I honestly don't know. I lean towards no but who really knows what's out there.

Marley629 · August 2016

@mrsdaddario FX for your IUI tomorrow!!

@MandyBeeSLP I have to echo what @HarryPotterandCats said. Initial testing (CD3/thyroid etc) with OB is a good plan but if they are like mine and a lot of others I have heard about, the OB may suggest Clomid unmonitored and when i asked about being monitored she didn't even understand why that would be necessary. My PCP would defer any Ttc questions to my OB.

ReesaAnne16 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): Unexplained and High DNA Fragmentation

Cycle/CD: cycle 16 / cd12

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) - Nothing, no charting, just waiting until next cycle for IUI. I'm glad it's finally August!

How are things going? Better this week, just trying to take things one day at a time.

Any questions?

@Daisy621 I'm having the same concerns with the Zika, we were hoping to plan a florida trip for Jan/Feb to see the manatees and do Harry Potter World

I WISH we would have done this last year, but DH never planned it and I was too depressed last winter. DH thought all the cases were from the same area, so maybe Orlando will be ok. My biggest concern is DH getting exposed, and then having the virus for who knows how long! I'm going to ask my RE about this next month and see if they have any newer information or recommendations.

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? I don't know and don't really care.

MandyBeeSLP · August 2016

@Marley629 This is probably a really dumb question, but what should the doctor monitor with Clomid?

I admit that I am pretty clueless going into this, but I have to start somewhere. Since my insurance doesn't pay for anything related to infertility I was hoping some of the bloodwork could be done at my PCP and coded as something that would be covered. I was also originally thinking I needed a referral but thinking about it again if my insurance doesn't cover anything there's no point in that.

Marley629 · August 2016

@MandyBeeSLP they monitor the number of follies in order to prevent high order multiples. My RE said to me that they would tell me not to BD in that case but they would only be able to tell you that with monitoring. It's to prevent over stimulation from what I understand (ps totally not a dumb question! But def something I think my OB should have been aware of before prescribing)

Marley629 · August 2016

Ps - your OB May also be able to code it related to irregular cycles etc instead of infertility @MandyBeeSLP

WorkingOnMyNightCheese · August 2016

@HarryPotterandCats

mrsdee15 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): Unexplained IF

Cycle/CD: Cycle 10, month 12, CD29 (I think... I always forget my CD)

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?). Trying on our own until Octoberish. Ugh it feels so far away.

How are things going? Fine in the grand scheme of things, but I feel out already.

Any questions? Not yet.

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? I can't think that out of billions of stars and solar systems we would be the only life. So, yes, I believe that logically there should be alien life out there.

@BusinessWife I hope your upcoming tests all come back with good results! I feel for your DH, I was sure it was me when we first started testing.

@HarryPotterandCats (my favorite screen name of all time) I will have all my fingers and toes crossed for you when the testing time comes!! I hope you don't need to go to it, but good luck at your IVF consult!

@mrsdaddario So happy to hear the good news on your follies, I hope your IUI goes well!

kristismith95 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): none yet, but high thyroid levels for sure. Also low progesterone from what I can tell l. (6.2 at 8 DPO)

Cycle/CD: 14/2

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): benched due to upcoming HSG.

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) Finally get to start the basic tests! DH has his SA on wednesday, and I have blood work and ultrasound on Thursday and HSG on friday.

How are things going? Things are okay. I don't know if I'm more excited or nervous to get diagnosed. Also frustrated that I have to take this cycle off. DH refuses to wear condoms so that means no action for me for a week!

Any questions? Does the HSG hurt? I know it will be nothing compared to giving birth to my future child, but I'm still nervous. I'm imagining it is sort of like gething an ID inserted. Am I way off base?

One more question: has anyone experienced low bbt? Mine is usually like 95 point something. I'm new to temping but that struck me as odd.

GTKY: Do yu believe in extraterrestrial life? Who knows? There's probably something out there!

**Edited to add additional question

furbabymom2007 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): ovulation disorder, mild MFI

Cycle/CD: cycle 13 cd26/13dpo

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW... But BFNs so more like wfcd1

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?)
this past cycle was letrozole, pregnyl trigger, progesterone and TI. Moving on to IUI next cycle.

How are things going?
heres a hint to that:
I am the proud proud owner of a bridesmaid dress for a wedding in November that is 3 sizes too big (just in case). I am going to have to have so much material removed from it I could probably make a second dress.

Any questions?
Nope

furbabymom2007 · August 2016

@kristismith95 you are gonna get a wide range of answers in the HSG question W because it really seems to be different for everyone. My personal experience is that it was very very uncomfortable, but not agonizing. There was a lot of pressure in my abdomen so it felt like if I moved I might pop. During the HSG one of my tubes would not empty. It may have been blocked or it may have been that I was so tense it constricted. As soon as the doc let off the pressure... It was instant relief. I was a little crampy for the rest of the day and it was fine. If you go into it expecting a few minutes of great discomfort and a little pain, you'll be better off. I wasn't expecting it and I think that is why I tensed up and it made it worse.

[Deleted User] · August 2016

@mrsdaddario I am watching the clock with you...... Eeeeep!! Fx so hard!
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furbabymom2007 · August 2016

@Daisy621
the cases of local transmission in Florida are so far all related to one small area in Miami. I currently live in central Florida so I am keeping an eye on this and in general just being smart about it (bug spray, avoiding areas with mosquitos in the early morning and evenings, covering up when possibly (it's so dang hot that one is hard).

September is still mosquito season technically (it's hot and rainy) but it really depends on where you are and whether or not there is a large stagnant body of water nearby.

mokay19 · August 2016

furbabymom2007 said:

@Daisy621
the cases of local transmission in Florida are so far all related to one small area in Miami. I currently live in central Florida so I am keeping an eye on this and in general just being smart about it (bug spray, avoiding areas with mosquitos in the early morning and evenings, covering up when possibly (it's so dang hot that one is hard).

September is still mosquito season technically (it's hot and rainy) but it really depends on where you are and whether or not there is a large stagnant body of water nearby.

@Daisy621 and @ReesaAnne16 Also, I recommend the sunscreen that has bug repellent in it! I wear that every time that we go to the beach just in case. It's kind of sticky but I say that it's worth it to be safe!

rh10264706 · August 2016

@mrsdaddario fingers crossed for you today!

Diagnosis (If you've been): unexplained secondary infertility

Cycle/CD: 9/20

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW (6dpo)

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) just progesterone starting at 3dpo

How are things going? ok

Any questions? Is there really even a point to temping during the TWW especially on progesterone? I assume my temp will just stay high until I stop taking it.

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? hmmm I don't know I never really think about it.

HarryPotterandCats · August 2016

@kristismith95 , Everyone will have a different response for the HSG. I had minimal cramping, no spotting. I took 4 advil prior per my REs orders. I have a family member who couldn't go through with it because it was so painful. Due to everyones bodies being so different nobody can really tell you how it will be. Just try to stay calm and relaxed (I know, easier said then done)

@mrsdaddario , thinking of you today! I hope your IUI goes great!

daisy62103 · August 2016

@kristismith95 People definitely have different experiences with the hsg. Mine wasn't bad at all, maybe just slightly uncomfortable. I had no blockage or anything, and I did spot a tiny bit after. It's really very fast too. Take some ibuprofen beforehand. Good luck friday!

@mrsdaddario hope everything goes well today! Let us know!

madasm0530 · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): PCOS.

Cycle/CD: Cycle? Who knows. CD 24

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): This cycle was a slooooow protocol. Started with 50 IU of follistim and have been doing that since CD4. I have three good follies and our first IUI is scheduled for this Thursday!

How are things going? They're going great. Injectable drugs are a much better experience than clomid and/or femara!

Any questions? No. I am anxious for Thursday being that we've been trying to get to IUI for 6+ months at our new RE clinic. eeek!

GTKY: Do yu believe in extraterrestrial life? I don't think so.

mrsdaddario · August 2016

All is well! Went very smoothly and we had great numbers. 63 million post wash with 73% fast and going in the right direction. Now the dreaded TWW!

@madasm0530 Yayyy for Thursday IUI!!
@furbabymom2007 So sorry for the waiting in AF and BFN's. I hope it ends soon so you can start a new cycle!

mrsdee15 · August 2016

@mrsdaddario I'm so glad to hear it went well!!

@madasm0530 Good luck with the IUI!

@kristismith95 Like PP said, everyone will be different, but I took 4 Ibuprofen an hour before and it wasn't pleasant but wasn't awful. There was a little trouble getting the catheter in and I could definitely feel the balloon that holds it in place, but I didn't have any blockages and didn't feel the dye at all. It maybe took 10 minutes. I hope yours goes well!

NamelessAria · August 2016

Diagnosis (If you've been): None yet that I know of

Cycle/CD: 50/16 so hopefully CD1 soon.

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO I guess

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?) I don't have all the details yet but the nurse told me the 7DPO lab results showed I have a hormone imbalance and that my RE wants to start me on a "medicated cycle." Though she didn't include any details on all that. I know my RE had mentioned in my consultation that he suspected a hormone imbalance such as low progesterone in the luteal phase and if lab work confirmed that he planned to start me on Clomid. So I'd assume that's the plan? I'm supposed to call whenever I start my period so we can get the ball rolling on the medicated cycle.

How are things going? Not so well. I'm sorry to be all negative but as my grandmother would say "I feel like a wet rag that's been through the wringer." For those of you who don't know I got trick by not one, not 2, but 5 blue dye tests. 5! On all of them I got faint, but obviously there and clearly blue, positives that appeared immediately. Coupled with a a handful of Wondfos that I could have sworn had super squinters on them I was pretty sure I was pregnant. I told my husband and showed him the blue dye tests. He never, ever sees squinters but quickly agreed that yep those are lines and they're blue and they look very real. We only really got to be happy for a day or two and I noticed the tests weren't darkening, and if anything, they were lightening. I called my RE office Monday to let them know what was going on since my RE had wanted to start me on progesterone if I got pregnant. By Monday morning the tests looked pretty negative so I told them that. They said they wanted to have a beta drawn because obviously if I'm not currently pregnant there is no need for progesterone but otherwise I need to start taking it ASAP. The beta results came back this morning: not currently pregnant.

I don't know what to think. I guess blue dye tests really are the devil.

Any questions? This might be a stupid question so sorry if it is but is it worth doing a medicated cycle if my husband is going to be out of town from CD13- CD20?

GTKY: Do you believe in extraterrestrial life? Not if by ETs we're talking little green mean from another planet.

mrsdaddario · August 2016

@NamelessAria Since you do O on your own, I'm assuming the medicated cycles will make your O come around a normal time in your cycle. I.e. CD 12-16. The Clomid, as I'm sure you've probably researched the crap out of lol, will only develop follicles, it won't cause O. In my opinion, doing any type of medicated cycle would be a waste if YH isn't going to be around for it. You could very well miss O completely, and therefore the meds wouldn't have made a difference for that cycle. Even with a trigger shot and IUI, YH still needs to be around during that time frame to give his sample.

NamelessAria · August 2016

@mrsdaddario Yeah that was sorta what I was thinking about the cycle. I was thinking that if I O'd on like CD13, for example, we could theoretically get -2, -1 for timing so it wouldn't be a total waste. But obviously if I O on CD16 our best case scenario timing would be an illustrious -4 so a complete waste of a cycle.

I may just tell them I want to hold off on medication till next cycle unless they have some other reason like wanting to see if the Clomid will actually raise my post-O progesterone levels or something.

mrsdaddario · August 2016

@NamelessAria Or tell him he can't go wherever it is he's going LOL.

YesOuiCan · August 2016

@NamelessAria - I'm so, so sorry that you went through that. That's just devastating. With regard to the medicated cycle, do you usually O around day 14? If so, I think it would be worth it since he'll be there during a couple of fertile days.

@Daisy621 - As some of the other ladies have said, it sounds like it would be okay if you cover yourself in mosquito repellant. The outbreak has been targeted to one neighborhood in Miami so far. Keep an eye on the news and CDC recommendations, and as the date gets closer you might ask your OBGYN for advice. I have traveled to a couple of mosquitoey areas in the past year and didn't get a single bite (though I did get eaten alive in NYC because I didn't expect mosquitoes there... d'oh!). Just constantly wear a good repellant and cover up with light, loose clothing. With that said, if you will be worried the entire trip and unable to enjoy yourself, canceling is totally an option.

@MandyBeeSLP - Mrs Daddario's advice for questions to ask was great. Also, I'm sure you have looked at this, so sorry if this is annoying, but are you certain that your insurance doesn't cover IF testing? I ask because mine doesn't cover any treatment at all, but it does cover initial testing which is really helpful. If not, perhaps your PCP could get you started with the bloodwork and an ultrasound.

@BusinessWife - Love that your Creighton instructor is also a psychic! That's so convenient.

Our RE also told us he thinks we will eventually get pregnant, but that it could take a long time. Thanks, guy, that's helpful...

@Marley629 - We haven't done our genetic testing yet, but our RE told us it takes 3 weeks for the results.

@kristismith95 - You've already gotten lots of answers, but I'll chime in anyway.

I got the SHG (sonohysterogram) rather than the HSG due to iodine allergy. It's very similar in that both involve putting a catheter through the cervix and inserting a liquid, but they say the SHG is less painful. Anyway: I found it extremely uncomfortable and a tiny bit painful, but it's totally manageable. Prepare for discomfort, take ibuprofen, and practice calm breathing, and you'll get through it just fine. You can definitely handle it. Get yourself a treat afterwards.

With regard to low BBT, you mentioned something about your thyroid levels -- low BBT can be a symptom of hypothyroidism. Maybe ask your doctor if it's something you should be concerned about?

NamelessAria · August 2016

@mrsdaddario ugh I know right? I don't know if you say my rant on the whole thing the other day. I think maybe it was one of the TW Tuesdays? I don't even remember. But basically he has to be out of town for work but for work he'd only need to be gone a day or two. So sure he wouldn't be here CD14 and 15 but at least he'd be back home after that. So as long as we had sex before he left Tuesday and when he got home we'd probably be good. But he volunteered to do this bachelor party for his friend in Utah. And I'm really kinda quite angry about the whole thing. Not even really because of how it's probably going to turn this cycle into a throwaway.

ETA: @YesOuiCan my cycles tend to be irregular and I O anywhere from CD13 to CD36 and FF says, based off the past 11 months that I've charted, my average O day is 17.1. This cycle I'm currently waiting on to end I didn't O till CD34. But the cycle before I ovulated on CD13. So who knows.

[Deleted User] · August 2016

@mrsdaddario Yay! So glad it went well this morning! FX for you.....

@madasm0530 GL with your IUI!!

@rh10264706 I am on my third cycle with 100mg progesterone and I still temped. I saw the rise happen, and last cycle my temps actually dropped significantly, even before stopping the P4, so I would say it's not totally pointless. I still tried to take my post-O temps with a grain of salt. Mine so far has not been a very high dose though, and I don't know what dose you're on, or really how high the levels need to be before it just totally gives you a big old fake chart lol

YesOuiCan · August 2016

@NamelessAria - sorry, I wrote my advice above before seeing your exchange with MrsDaddario! That stinks that the timing will be off.

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