IF testing and treatment week of 3/19/18

ndz2018 · March 2018

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. Treat this as an ongoing conversation.

Diagnosis (if you've been):

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA):

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

How are things going?:

Any questions?:

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ??

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

Diagnosis (if you've been): unexplained/poor responder

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WFAF

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?):
Sorry I didn’t update sooner but I was in limbo till yesterday so I wanted to wait before I gave the info
*TW* first beta came back Friday low at 10, second at 5 so it’s a CP *End TW*

How are things going?:
this was our only embryo so we would have to go through everything all over again and we are 100% OOP

Any questions?: nope

GTKY: What did you want to be when were younger ??

ndz2018 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123

I am so so freakin sorrry. YGPM

Diagnosis (if you've been): MFI, AMA

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WFAF AND FET

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Not much.. just waiting for AF taking all my vitamins and supps

How are things going?: Ehhh slowly. Waiting for AF to show today is CD28 and I meant to track my O so I would Have a better idea when AF will appear but never did. Oh well. Hoping it’s this week sometime so we can get this show on the road. I enjoyed not doing any testing or treatment this cycle but I’m ready to get going!

Any questions?: nope

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? I wanted to be Neonatal nurse and I’m the furthest thing from that field.

50Wife · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 I'm so, so sorry girl

I wish there was something I could do to help you or just make this all better somehow.
@ndz2018 Hopefully things get moving soon for you!!!

Diagnosis (if you've been): MFI - Low count

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WFFET

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Just had my endometrial biopsy on Thursday. Doc said it'll be 4-5 business days for my results. Then we'll know if we need to do another mock cycle or if we're ready to rock and roll!

How are things going?: Anxious for my results! I want to know if we're moving forward. I'll be super nervous if we are moving forward that this is it...but I'm ready!

Any questions?:

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? I wanted to be in the FBI doing undercover work.

purplg8r · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 my heart is still breaking for you. I’m so sorry you’re going through this.

@ndz2018 hoping AF come soon so you can get the show on the road!

@50Wife I hope those results come back quickly!

Diagnosis (if you've been): AMA, ovulation dysfunction

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Letrozole + Ovidrel + IUI #1

How are things going?: this TWW is crawling by. But I’m on spring break so I keep telling myself that I do want it to go slowly so I don’t have to go back to work

Any questions?:

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? A news anchor. Even got my undergrad degree in it but then wasn’t getting jobs I wanted, in small towns, for barely any pay.

darkstar42 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 Oh, I am so sorry. Be kind to yourself and take time to grieve. My love tit is a huge hug.

@ndz2018 Hoping AF shows soon so you can get the FET cycle going!

@50Wife Hope you get your results soon and can move forward!

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Diagnosis (if you've been): unexplained, AMA

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Trying on our own

How are things going?: Things have been emotionally rough, but I'm trying to get help. I have appointments lined up this week with two therapists, and I'm looking into a couple more. I was doing pretty well the last couple of days until the folks next to me at the coffee shop yesterday were interviewing a doula. That sent me down the "it's not fair" spiral, and I was remembering that this time last year I was researching doulas and trying to figure out if we could afford one. Now I'm trying to figure out if we can afford IVF. IF sure is crappy.

Any questions?: Has anyone else seen a therapist for support with IF? What was/wasn't helpful to you in therapy?

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? When I was really young I wanted to be an artist. I became a scientist instead, but I did marry an artist!

RVAmom315 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123

@ndz2018 I hope AF shows soon!

@50wife I hope you get those results soon and you are ready to go!

@purplg8r Yay for spring break! Are you doing anything fun?

@darkstar42 I'm sorry that you've been so down. I hope you can find a therapist soon to help you through your emotions

Diagnosis (if you've been): AMA, MFI (low morph)

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): On our own

How are things going?: Ok. I have no idea what DPO I am because I just didn't GAF anymore. Hopefully AF will show in the next week and I can schedule my SIS, trial transfer and b/w

Any questions?:

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? A nurse. But then I sucked at science and failed biology 2x so I figured that was out

50Wife · March 2018

@purplg8r FX so hard for you!!! I hope this week is slow but fast at the same time lol. Enjoy your break

@darkstar42 I'm sorry. IF does suck. It fucking sucks so hard!!! I hope you can find someone to chat with and I hope it helps. I haven't talked to anyone, but I do have a name and number lined up of someone I need to call to see if I can set up an appt. I feel like no one understands any of this unless you've gone through it - the girl I have lined up has had a bunch of failed cycles...so unfortunately, she really gets it.
I know it's not the same at all - but we're all here if you need to vent
@RVAmom315 I hope all of your pre-ivf stuff goes well!! Glad you're doing it all now and getting it out of the way - although I'm still hoping you end up not needing to do it!

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

@ndz2018 you’re getting so close! Really excited for you!

@50Wife yay so glad that your biopsy is done now just waiting for the results! Fx so hard that they come back great and you can move forward with your transfer.

@purplg8r hoping for great news for you! That’s such a tough balance of balancing the desire to get closer to finding out if it worked vs wanting to not rush your time off away. Hope you’re able to somewhat enjoy your spring break!

@darkstar42 that’s tough that you had to hear that with the couple sitting next to you. *TW* my SIL decided to announce to my husband yesterday after he said that our IVF didn’t work that she’s pregnant with her third. I feel like a horrible person but I’m angry at her. She said to MH not to tell me if he thinks I’d get upset. Like how TF do you think I’m gonna feel? They asked us to go to dinner last night and thank God I said no because it would’ve been a celebratory dinner for her being KU right after I found out about my CP. *End TW* all that to say I’m right there with you on feeling “it’s not fair”. I really hope that you’re able to fund a good therapist who can validate what you’re experiencing and provide support.

@RVAmom315 when are you expecting to do your transfer? Are you just doing a mock transfer or a whole mock cycle?

RVAmom315 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 You are not a horrible person for being angry. That was incredibly selfish of her to tell YH RIGHT AFTER you found out you were having a CP. How the hell did she expect you to act? There is a time and a place for these things, and that was not the right time.

They're just doing a trial transfer (the IVF coordinator said it's like an IUI - maybe to make sure that the catheter can get in? Who knows, I mean I've done three IUIs with nary a problem but whatever) no mock cycle. My plan is to start meds (probably BCP) with my June cycle, ER in mid July and transfer early-mid August. We are doing PGS as well. I'm sitting down with her and a calendar when I go in for my SIS, etc because I'm out of town June 30-July 8, and don't really want to do meds while I'm gone, and obviously can't be monitored, so I may have to push to July if the timing isn't going to work, but I'm hoping it will.

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

@RVAmom315 oh good sounds like a good plan! Yeah the mock transfer is literally just like an IUI. They don’t use an abdominal ultrasound on the mock transfer although they will with your FET. Of course I’m hoping you won’t need this but glad you have a plan in place just in case!

Avrilmai · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 first, again, I'm so sorry. Second, you are NOT a horrible person. I don't know what would possess your SIL to think that was the appropriate time to share about being KU. Like, I am just astounded by that. I'm glad you didn't have to go to dinner with them. All the hugs to you.
@ndz2018 hope AF shows soon
@50Wife FX that the results are good and you can move forward. I have such a sense of excitement for you.
@purplg8r hope you get to enjoy your time off. Do you have any thing fun (and distracting) planned?
@darkstar42 ugh, I hate that this has been such a rough time for you. I'm so glad you're interviewing therapists. As for the therapist I would say make sure it is someone that you feel like you have a good rapport with and it helps to have someone who has a basic understanding of TTC and IF if at all possible. I think someone who works with/is familiar with CBT and/or mindfulness practices is helpful.
@RVAmom315 I really hope you get to move forward very soon. Sounds like you're ready to get started. (like others, I'm hoping you don't need to.)

Diagnosis (if you've been): Unexplained, AMA

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): first IUI cycle

How are things going?: things are okay. I have this nervous energy/anxiety. I feel like it is hurry up and wait, so I'm really trying to just focus on today.

Any questions?:

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? so many things, but when I was really young I wanted to be a teacher. Here were all of these "grown ups" who knew all of this stuff and shared it with us, plus you got summers off. lol.

jrm_14 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 All the hugs & thoughts. Remember that self-care has to be intentional or it will not happen. Schedule in boats loads for yourself & lean on hers. ❤️

@50wife FX you can move on the FET without another cycle! How do you know the therapist has failed cycles? (I’m always curious about self-disclosure)

@RVAmom315 It looks like we are on similar IVF/FET timelines!

@purplg8r Wanting time to pass for one reason yet slow for another is tough. Hoping it’s good news for you.

@darkstar42 I have talked to my individual therapist about IF as well as the person Mh&I saw together. While the latter was a shitshow, the individual was helpful. She helped walk me through being present, finding joy in day to day things yet still validating feeings about IF. What was not helpful about our couples therapist was when she took sides (which should NEVER ever happen). It also wasn’t helpful for her to focus on the logistics vs the feelings

50Wife · March 2018

@Avrilmai All of this is just a big game of hurry up and wait! But yay for your first IUI!
@jrm_14 The person who referred me to her told me. So as far as she's concerned, I don't know. If she decides to mention it then cool but I'm not going to be like so I've heard about your failed cycles lol. It just makes me more comfortable going to her knowing that she will respond to me knowing exactly how I'm feeling which is nice.

linzrunz · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 My lovetit is a hug. I'm so sorry. All the hugs to you.

@darkstar42 It's so easy to not go into that spiral. IF is crappy. And not fair. And stupid.

Diagnosis (if you've been): IR PCOS

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): I'm 92% sure I'm in the TWW with a normal O day.

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): The usual + Metformin

How are things going?: TW/Spoiler: Pregnancy announcement - not mine

Uh... Well, my brother called me last night to tell me that his wife his pregnant. He told me a couple weeks ago that they had started trying. And I love brother; we have a really good relationship. He knows all about our struggles and everything, but it's so hard to separate the sad for me feelings with the happiness for him. This comes after my sister had a "surprise" pregnancy (baby is now six months old) and it ruined our relationship. My brother is much more sensitive to my stuff that my sister is/was, but it all still makes me nervous.

Any questions?: Nope

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? In 2nd grade, I wanted to be a dolphin trainer. For the rest of school I apparently got my realistic and settled on a math teacher. I'm in accounting now so close I guess.

edit: pressed send too soon - added spoiler and more words

jrm_14 · March 2018

Diagnosis (if you've been): Dual factor alphabet soup.

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO-benched.

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Crying over wasted EWCM that was the best quality I have *ever* experienced.

How are things going?: As well as they can be right now? I’ve been having an issue with insurance. Finally, I asked Hr to follow-up, so that’s off my plate (for now). It feels good to delegate once I actually do so.
Last week, MH asked me to wait to call the RE re: IVF until this week so I’d have a break from appointments & things. Now I need to take care of that.
TW- pregnancy

There have been so many announcements from people I know well & a few with whom I work. I’m highly annoyed, not even sad. Those feelings make me nervous I am headed towards bitterness & anger.

Any questions?: Not right now

GTKY: A doctor/psychiatrist, and then a nurse. I’m in the mental health field, though not a doctor. I also went to nursing school (dropped out).
For those of you who went for a higher degree & regret it:

leilee101 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 sending you love, so sorry to hear about the CP and also so sorry to hear that family are not being understanding. It always stings a little bit for us to hear about others getting KU, but that timing is wayy more than a sting, more like a stab. When it rains it pours.
@ndz2018 are you cycles usually pretty regular? Hoping AF shows up asap!!
@50Wife I wanted to be in the FBI, too! Actually still do, made it super far in the process but put things on hold for all this IF nonsense. One day.. Hoping for quick results for you.. keep us posted!
@purplg8r two weeks is such a short period until you're in TWW, then it's suddenly the longest time ever. Keep yourself busy and set little daily tasks so you're focusing on something else
@darkstar42 I have found IF therapy to be very helpful, mostly just to have someone to vent to. Especially with our unique situation, no one IRL knows we are using a donor so all the issues that come up with that, it is nice to have someone I can spill everything too. We also had a joint session (required by our clinic) that was great for us. Nothing any therapist says will change anything about your situation, but it can be very validating and helpful to just know that support is there is you need it.
@RVAmom315 getting so close! I can't believe March is almost over, June will be here before you know it
@Avrilmai I'm waiting for my first IUI also! When do you usually O? Maybe we'll be first time IUI buddz

Diagnosis (if you've been): Azoospermia

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): First IUI (medicated) this cycle. I go in Weds AM for next monitoring. I usually O CD 17, which will be next week, but hoping the meds I'm on helped move things along.

How are things going?: Ok for now..

Any questions?: So we are going on a quick vaca at the end of next week, which will be right after IUI. I'm going to ask my RE too, but we're going to Florida aka to tan my poor pale winter body. Has anyone been told to stay out of sun during TWW? I know hot tubs are out because it can raise the body temp, so now I'm nervous about being in the sun too long!

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? A detective/FBI agent. Ended up being not very far off that goal!

50Wife · March 2018

@jrm_14 I think you'll have plenty of good company in the bitter/angry club so don't feel bad!
@leilee101 At least you didn't end up far from your initial dream job. I work at a desk. Although I don't mind not working on nights/weekends/holidays!
I never had any specific instructions after my IUIs but I guess it couldn't hurt to ask. I think you'd be fine though. Enjoy your time away!

hlb8179 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 I'm so so very sorry. That is the worst news. Hang in there.
@ndz2018 FX that AF shows soon!
@50Wife FX for quick and helpful test results!
@purplg8r TWW after IUI #1 was so hard for me! Hopefully being on spring break helps! Any fun plans?
@darkstar42 Good for you for looking into therapy for all this. I haven't done it yet, but been thinking about it. I know therapy has certainly helped me in the past, and if nothing else it sure can't hurt.
@Avrilmai FX for your first IUI!
@jrm_14 I understand moving towards feeling of bitterness. I feel it too.

Diagnosis (if you've been): AMA, unexplained secondary infertility
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Took my 5 days of 100mg Clomid. I'll be out of town days 10-15 so I can't do my second IUI, but I'll be on vacation with MH so yay!
How are things going?: Better this weekend. Last weekend with the BFN was hard and it was a slow bounceback last week, but I'm back to feeling cautiously optimistic. If nothing else, our IVF consult is only a little more than a month away.
Any questions?: Do you guys always dip your OPKs in a cup of FMU? I tried peeing right on the stick today and it didn't work. I just don't like the idea of peeing in a cup but it may be necessary.
GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? I went through so many phases! Writer, model, doctor, lawyer, minister. I'm nothing if not passionate, haha.

Avrilmai · March 2018

@leilee101 O has been all over the place for me. as early as cd8 as late as cd19, buy usually between cd15-17. (but at least my LP has been pretty consistent) This is so much of a wait and see. I'm glad you've found therapy so helpful. FX this IUI works for you!
@hlb8179 I don't know what brand OPK you're using, but for the cheapies/wandfos I always used a cup/the wrapper, since you have to dunk it for several seconds, and I think those recommend that you don't use FMU.
@jrm_14 glad you were able to get something off of you and have HR handle it. What kind of self-care are you doing?
@linzrunz it is totally understandable that you feel sad. it is a perfectly normal feeling. I think a lot of ladies here can relate to mixed emotions. I hope your relationship with your brother can remain strong.

purplg8r · March 2018

@darkstar42 good luck finding a therapist. I don’t have any advice but IF sucks!

@RVAmom315 since we just did Europe, we’re not doing anything this week. So main goal is to sleep in as much as possible! And I hope you AF shows up soon!

@beachbunnyxo123 I still can’t believe you SIL thought it was a good time to announce. Like what on earth was she thinking??

@Avrilmai no plans since we just did Europe. When is your first monitoring appt again?

@linzrunz hugs about your brother. Mine just started trying with his wife and I’m dreading that phone call.

@jrm_14 I understand your feelings of anger and bitterness. When I first started TTC, I didn’t understand how/why people would feel that way, but boy do I now.

@leilee101 I live in the sunshine state. My RE didn’t give me any instructions on staying out of the sun.

@hlb8179 I bought a box of those Dixie cups to pee in. And where are you vacationing too. Only plan for my spring break is to relax!

emmasemm · March 2018

Oh wow there’s a whole load of hugs going out to everyone who needs them today. It makes me sad to have so many of our tribe struggling right now.

Diagnosis (if you've been): DOR AMA autoimmune ish

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Trying on our own whilst waiting for results from testing.

How are things going?: Well I thought I was struggling. But I see what others are going through right now and I realize that I don’t have it so bad. Considering two months ago I was freaking out about having to wait one cycle before our next IVF, now I’m almost at the end of the second. And with test results due next week, AF also due next week and not being able to start meds anyhow before next Friday due to Easter closures then it looks like we have to wait until April. So that will be three months. My ovulation has been week last and this month, which should have me super freaked out, but I’m strangely calm. It’s weird. Maybe I need this before we get full speed into our three back to back travel retrievals. I’ve been dreaming about being KU the last few nights which is not common for me. So maybe the worry is there subconsciously still.

Any questions?: Nope

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? A vet. I grew up with All Creatures Great and Small. I did a lot of the practical experience required in the UK in advance and actually had a place to read Veterinary Medicine at Cambridge, but had to give it up for a family issue. I don’t regret it though. I’ve kept my love of veterinary things, volunteered for animal charities but have a job with good money and normal hours so have time and money to enjoy the animals I love.

I don’t really know where to start with the tags today.

@beachbunnyxo123 I’m so sorry this has happened. I hope you can get a WTF appointment as soon as you feel ready. If you want a list of clinics and prices I researched just shoot me a PM. And I don’t get family who behave like that. You and your DH do what is healthy for you. Personally I would avoid her for the next weeks. You don’t need that on top of it.
@darkstar42 you’re of course also welcome to th list. So pleased you’re seeking support, but sad it’s necessary. I remember how hopeful we both were six month@hlb8179
@jrm_14 big hugs to you too and good luck scheduling the next consult. Well done to your DH for looking out for you and getting you to take a breath first.

@rvamom315 the mock transfer after you’ve already done the IUIs sounds a bit like overkill - I assume it is without meds?

@50wife Fx for nice straight forward results in the next days so you can move on with transfer!

@purplg8r every time I see spring break I think of the episode from Friends where Ross goes to spring break with the young student. Brilliant.

@avrilmai Fx for a good monitoring for you this week

@linzrunz 92% sure??? And dolphin trainer was a fab idea!

@hlb8179 which brand of OPKs are you using? I have a special way to rip the wrapper half open, empty it, pee in that then dip the stick in. That way no risk of peeing on the wrong part and no need to carry cups around all day.

@leilee101 I never heard anything about not going out in the sun. I mean my visits to Florida in March in the past weren’t the kind of temps that would give you heat stroke... and plenty of Brits get KU on holiday in Spain where they sleep in the sun all day, turn beetroot red with sunburn and then get wasted partying all night. Though I haven’t checked pub med for clinical studies tbh ;-)
On a more serious note, I guess you checked it’s a Zika free area though?

@ndz2018 hope you don’t have to wait for AF as long as you did before your IVF cycle lol!

darkstar42 · March 2018

@purplg8r My fingers are crossed for you this cycle! When is your beta?

@RVAmom315 Thank you. I liked the therapist I saw today, so that’s a good start! I’m seeing another on Wednesday and then I’ll decide if one of them will work, or if I want to keep looking. Hoping AF shows soon for you so you can get moving on the next steps!

@50Wife Thank you for the support! Having all of you really does help a LOT. I also liked the therapist I saw today, so that’s good! One more scheduled this week, then we’ll see what’s next. There are a surprising number of therapists in my area who specialize in infertility.

@beachbunnyxo123 Oh my god, what crappy timing with your SIL! I would be so angry. I was furious when I found out my SIL was ku, and that was only after we’d just started seeing an RE. The therapist I saw today totally understood that feeling of, “I’ve done everything right, why isn’t this working?” and the unfairness of seeing it come easily to others.

@Avrilmai Thank you! Now that I’m starting to look for a therapist I’m kicking myself for not having done this sooner. I liked the one I saw today, and the only potential drawback is that she may not use as much CBT as I’d like. We’ll see though. I’m so hopeful that this first IUI will work for you! What drug protocol do they have you on?

@jrm_14 How awful to have a couples therapist take sides! Yikes! I talked to the person I saw today about working towards regaining more functioning in my everyday life, so I’m feeling a bit hopeful that maybe I can make progress there. At this point I get mad when I hear pregnancy announcements too. IF sucks. Sending you many hugs as you navigate the next round of RE appointments. Also, I that grad school comic, even though I don’t regret my degree. So true.

@linzrunz IF is indeed crappy and stupid. So sorry you had to hear about your SIL. What is it with all of our SILs getting ku lately?

@leilee101 Thank you for sharing your experience with IF therapy! I do feel better having someone to talk to who “gets” it. I’m hoping it can help me get on with the rest of my life if I have a a designated time to talk about IF. Fx for a good monitoring appointment on Wednesday!

@hlb8179 I definitely think therapy is a good idea with all of this! I’m kicking myself for not going sooner. I do always pee in a cup for opks. I’m not sure which brand you’re using, but the wondfo/easyathome kind only work when dipped.

@emmasemm Sending hugs right back at you! I may take you up on that list offer.

purplg8r · March 2018

@emmasemm I’m sorry you have to wait until April but glad you’re feeling kinda calm about it.

@darkstar42 I don’t have a beta. They just say to test on 14dpiui and call if I have a bfp. I’m debating if I want to wait that long or not though

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

@avrilmai so excited for your first IUI, it's finally here! Fx so hard for you! Keep us posted with how everything's going throughout the cycle!

@linzrunz I was just saying to @darkstar42 earlier how my SIL announced just announced her (third) pregnancy to MH after he told her our IVF failed on Sunday. I honestly can relate to how your feeling right now and it really is so hard. I'm sorry you're dealing with that but glad to hear your brother is more sensitive to how you would feel. Hugs.

@jrm_14 GL this week calling the RE about IVF. Let us know how the conversation goes!

@leilee101 I have never heard anything about staying out of the sun during TWW or pregnancy i think it's more so just about listening to your body if you're feeling overheated and making sure that you stay hydrated. I'm sure it wouldn't hurt to ask. GL this cycle.

@hlb8179 when i used OPKs as I was approaching O i would start testing twice a day, once in the morning and once at night. Most times I'd get an LH surge at night time. On most OPKs there is not a need to use FMU. Are you getting monitored with BW and US this cycle?

@emmasemm I'm sorry that you're in this holding pattern right now. I can imagine how frustrating that must be especially with wanting to move forward. Do you know what protocol you're using for your next IVF cycle?

ndz2018 · March 2018

Everyone thanks for the well wishes on AF arriving..Guess what??? They worked! CD 1 here!

@emmanemm Sometimes dreams come true... maybe your sixth sense is kicking in

When I was Younger I used to have dreams and they would eventually come true... like when I was Around 12 we used to live in a high rise apartment building and I had a dream we got stuck in the elevator between floors so we climbed down and sure enough months later my family and I got stuck in between floors in the elevator and had to pry the doors open and climb down.. just sayin, you may be dreaming about the future.

@jrm_14 Girl, I have to stay away from people who get KU’d!! I get too upset, except my SIL. They have struggled like us and did IVF too so I’m happy for them

@linzrunz I had the same feelings my brother would tell me they got TW pregnant the last 4 times but 3 of them ended in MC so my heart would break for them and I would Feel so guilty for feeling the way I did They are pregnant now via IVF so i couldn’t be happier for them knowing their struggles END TW

@Avrilmai FX your first IUI is your only IUI!!

@RVAmom315 They do mock transfers before you even start the IVF process?

@darkstar42 Girl, we have all been down that “it’s not fair” spiral, I’m so sorry you’re having such a tough time right now. If you need to vent I’m a PM away! So glad you’re being proactive on the therapy front!

@purplg8r you should pamper yourself during your break/tww massage, mani/pedi, retail therapy?

@50Wife Hoping your results are back today and you can get this show on the road!!

ndz2018 · March 2018

@hlb8179 Also I dip it in a little Dixie cup too

@leilee101 No one has told me to stay out of the sun but my RE did warn about going to southern FL and Zika. Idk if it’s still down there BUT it wouldn’t hurt to pack some mosquito repellent.

50Wife · March 2018

@ndz2018 Yesssssssssss CD1!!!!! So now what?? Scan and bloodwork tomorrow or Wed? And you're ready to rock n roll??!
I'm hoping to get my results back soon. I just want to know what we're doing - I'm so type A and a planner that this being in limbo shit drives me nuts!

ndz2018 · March 2018

@50wife not sure yet.. of course my nurse is away this week so I’m waiting for someone to call me back on what to do. I have All my meds already just waiting for instructions.

ndz2018 · March 2018

@50Wife Also I hope I don’t have to do anything on Wed as we are expecting 12-16 inches of snow here in NJ!

50Wife · March 2018

@ndz2018 Good luck!!! I'm sooooooo sick of this snow!

ndz2018 · March 2018

@50Wife GUUURRRLLL! Me too! This snow can go screw! Over it!

ndz2018 · March 2018

@50Wife Great! I have to go in Thur morning for morning monitoring BW and US and we’ll go from there. Hopefully I can dig my car out Wed night!

hlb8179 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 I did bw and us on day 3 before starting clomid but that's it for this cycle since I'll be on vacation and not doing IUI. Feeling nervous and a little free at the same time.
@purplg8r Great idea with the dixie cups! We're just taking a long weekend to New Orleans for the wedding of one of my best friends from growing up. 6 of my closest girlfriends will all be there with their husbands, so we're super excited.

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

@ndz2018 I’m pretty sure they will have you come on cd 3 for baseline BW and US and then have you start estrace. Then you go for monitoring every 3-4 days from there to check lining but it’s flexible. My nurse never scheduled me on a weekend because they have limited availability and it wasn’t absolutely crucial for that day. Then you start PIO 5 days before transfer. Yay! You’re getting so close!

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

@hlb8179 have you taken clomid before? And are you seeing an RE or OB?

ndz2018 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 Thanks! I was hoping it was less demanding than the scanning monitoring is. How many days was from CD 1 to transfer?

beachbunnyxo123 · March 2018

So they will probably start you on estrace on Thursday as long as your BW and US looks good. Then you have to be on estrace for atleast 12 days. If everything looks good they’ll start PIO and your transfer has to be 5 days later. So if all goes well and your lining is good looks like you could potentially have your transfer around 4/8. Yay!

ndz2018 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 I was thinking the same exact date!!!

dragonette505 · March 2018

Diagnosis (if you've been): old

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): Prep for FET

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): microdose Lupron begins next week ahead of FET

How are things going?: Its a bit stressful heading into an FET with a new clinic... The protocol is so different than I expected. And there have been so many mix ups with my specialty pharmacy as far as the shipping... I spent all day yesterday duking it out with them because I was supposed to have my package (sent overnight in a cooler) on Thursday and yesterday it was still sitting in a FedEx facility

Any questions?: nope

GTKY: What did you want to be when you were younger ?? this is a tough one because I wanted to be many things

beachbunnyxo123 I'm so so sorry! Sending hugs.. Also sorry your SIL couldn't be more sensitive!!
ndz2018 I sometimes think I only eat to buffer all the supplements I'm taking
50Wife I hope those results come back fast!
purplg8r yay! how are you holding up? Do you intend to test early?
darkstar42 SO sorry your emotions have been getting to you.... This whole process is stressful
RVAmom315 Hope this TWW goes fast!
Avrilmai The hurry up and wait kills! I also feel unfocused and just sort of distracted...
linzrunz oh man... I'm sorry I know how that feels and its not fun
jrm_14 Ugh I hate wasting a perfectly good cycle in prep for treatment (me this cycle too!)
leilee101 Enjoy vaca!
hlb8179 I ordered a ton of those tiny Dixie cups to pee in (amazon) so it makes it much easier.
emmasemm ugh...the waiting sucks.... But once you get into the flow of your banking cycles it should be better!

hlb8179 · March 2018

@beachbunnyxo123 I've been working with an RE since December. This is my second round of Clomid.

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