@emmasemmThey have me on bcp starting on cd3 for 2 weeks. Then treatment day 1 is 5 days after my last bcp. (And starting a period will happen some time in those days). then stims is at least 10 days. Im thinking it depends on when I O on my own this cycle (on my own it’s been anywhere from cd21-40 but I’ve never taken Letrozole then not triggered so I’m not sure how it’ll effect it)
@lulu1180 nope! They actually said to use opks and then BD the night of my first + plus the next two nights. I overthink everything though and have been wondering if it’s a good idea. As for coq10, I use Nature Made 200mg 3x a day
@purplg8r I’m actually a little surprised. I remember someone in the past being told to abstain when the IUI was cancelled due to overstimulation. Unfortunately I don’t remember the specifics of that situation so I couldn’t tell you how many follies they had
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Me: 38 DH: 38 Married 6/11/16 TTC Since 6/2016 12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal 3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve 8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC 7/2018 Clomid+IUI 11/2018 Letrozole+TI 12/2018 Letrozole+IUI 2/2019 NTNP 5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
@50Wife@jrm_14@darkstar42@lulu1180@beachbunnyxo123@nitnat007 thanks for the feedback ladies. I did go pick up some ubiquinol, it was hard to find one that didn't contain soy, (I'm trying to limit my exposure to extra soy) I also changed my prenatal vitamins. We use glass containers for most of our food storage and I don't reheat/eat in/on plastic, but we do freeze a lot and that is all in plastic. I'll have to look into glass freezer storage. The skin care is going to be the biggest thing. I have really sensitive skin. So finding a face wash that wont irritate will be an adventure. I didn't even think about things like my old coffee pot...
@beachbunnyxo123 I use bareMinerals right now, and have for years. mostly because I'm too lazy to look for anything else.
@darkstar42 my library doesn't have the book. It was the first place I checked!
@lulu1180 thanks for the reminder about that thread. And good for you for taking care of yourself this weekend. that is so important.
@Avrilmai I use plastic wrap for freezing food as well (and honestly didn't even think about it until just now) but am just keeping that because it's easier and I also don't want to take a chance of glass breaking in my freezer. Part of my thinking is also that I will never be able to completely eliminated BPA from my environment (the paper some stores use for receipts has it and we all know I'm not giving up shopping). As for skin care, I feel like pacifica may have one for sensitive skin but I don't remember. I hope you find something that works for you.
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Me: 38 DH: 38 Married 6/11/16 TTC Since 6/2016 12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal 3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve 8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC 7/2018 Clomid+IUI 11/2018 Letrozole+TI 12/2018 Letrozole+IUI 2/2019 NTNP 5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
so I messaged my nurse this morning. I asked 1) Are we sure that no follicles will have become dominant in the past couple of days? I hate to throw away a cylce. 2) If not, is it safe to still try on our own. I was told to use OPKs and then have intercourse when I got a positive, but if there are multiple follicles still, is it a good idea? 3) And if we do try on our own, should I take the progesterone after ovulation like I do during an IUI cycle? She responded that they could have me come in tomorrow morning for an ultrasound to see if anything became dominant and if not, how many follies are still big enough that will prob be released when I O to see if I should be completely benched or not. Be they having me taking estrace tonight.
Well, this cycle is a no go for me. I apparently have an active cyst. So, I have to take birth control and will hopefully attempt IUI #3 next cycle. So I'm on the bench for now.
@purplg8r Hope the U/S went well and they were able to give you a clear answer.
TTC#1 10/2016 TTC/IF:included medicated cycles, IUIs and 2 rounds of IVF with 1 embryo each. BFP finally in 12/2018
TTC#2 06/2021 planning FET
"Some days are diamonds, some days are rocks, some doors are open, some roads are blocked"
@avrilmai so sorry. Getting cancelled sucks. Hard. Drink some wine this weekend.
Me 43 DH 45 Married 12/2016 TTC #1 since 04/2015 AMA, DOR (AMH 0.65, AFC 2-4) and autoimmune issues (RA, APS), low TSH, adenomyosis 7 retrievals, 3 transfers
Jun19 FET BFP, due date 7th March 2020, DD born Feb20
Sep17 IVF1 - 1ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN Nov17 IVF2 - 1ER, 0F Jan18 IVF3 - 3ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN Feb18 - second opinion and additional testing Apr18 IVF4 - cancelled (E2 too high) May/Jun18 IVF4 - 4ER, 0M, 1F, 1 frozen day 3 (not best quality) Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - 5 ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (not best quality) Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - 4ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (good quality) Aug/Sep18 IVF7 - cancelled (cyst) Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - 3ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen Day 3 (excellent quality) Oct18 IVF8 - Cancelled (cyst and too low TSH) Oct18-Jan19 bringing TSH under control Feb19 ERA and hysteroscopy Mar19 Investigation for fibroid and adenomyosis Apr19 adenomyosis confirmed, polyps removed Jun19 FET after 2 months Lupron, autoimmune protocol, transferred two day 3 frozen embryos
Sep17 - Pergoveris 10-17 Sep, Orgalutran 15-18 Sep, Ovitrelle 18 Sep, ER 20 Sep for 2 follies, 1 mature egg, fertilized, ET 1x 2d 4-cell embryo 22/09, 05/10 BFN Nov17 IVF2 - Pergoveris 2-14 Nov, Orgalutran 5-14 Nov, Ovitrelle 15 Nov, ER 17 Nov for 3 follies, 1 mature egg, did not fertilize Jan18 IVF3 - Pergoveris 30 Dec - 8 Jan, Orgalutran 5-8 Jan, Ovitrelle 9 Jan, ER 11 Jan 3 eggs, 2 mature, 1 fertilized, ET 1x 4d 12-cell embryo 15/01, 24/01 BFN May/Jun18 IVF4 - Rekovelle 25-29 May, Menogon 30May - 2Jun, Zomacton 25 27 29 31 May and 2Jun, Cetrotide 30May - 3Jun, Gonasi 3Jun, ER 5Jun 4 eggs, none mature, two matured overnight, 1 fertilized with ICSI, Frozen day 3 but not good quality Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - Rekovelle 21-24 June, Menogon 25Jun-3Jul, Puregon 4-5Jul, Zomacton 21 23 25 27 29 Jun, Cetrotide 25Jun-5Jul, Gonasi 6Jul, ER 8Jul 5 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 but not good quality Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - Rekovelle 26-29 Jul, Menogon 30Jul-7Aug, Buserelin 26Jul-7Aug, Zomacton 26 28 30 Jul 1 3 Aug, Gonasi 7Aug, ER 9Aug 4 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized (normal IVF), 2 frozen day 3 good quality Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - Menogon 19-30Sep, Buserelin 19-30Sep, Zomacton 19 21 23 25 27 Sep, Ovitrelle 1 Oct, ER 3 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 excellent quality
Fav Quote: The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return
Diagnosis (if you've been): AMA, left blocked fallopian tube, and possible sperm morphology issue
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Waiting...so I finally had an HSG last Friday and of course my Dr. was out of town so it was with a different doctor. And it showed the left tube was completely blocked. My doctor was finally back today and a NP called and said she wants a pelvic ultrasound with saline and then an appointment with the Dr. after. But what sucks (besides everything) is I'm pretty sure I'll be out of the country so that means i don't even get to meet with the doctor until July! Also MH had a SA and what he told me is the doctor wants to retest due to the head looking dented. so...that's about it for me.
How are things going?: We've ramped up testing because I finally quit my job (start a new one next week) and I'm ready to fully commit to testing and doing whatever it takes. I couldn't commit with my previous job and stresses and responsibilities so I'm excited. The great news is things are wonderful with MH, he's been so supportive and open to so many discussions and tests. It's so helpful to feel the support.
Any questions?: I believe i need to move to an RE, should i move now or continue working with my current doctor?
GTKY: If your DH (or other form of long term life partner) was an animal, what would he be and why? Sloth due to slowness.
@emmasemm I’m glad you were able to get all your
prescriptions sorted out! Your village pharmacist sounds amazing.
@purplg8r So sorry about the cancelled cycle. What a bummer.
Will you have an appointment or phone call with the RE to talk through what
happened?
@lulu1180 Sorry this weekend will be rough for you. I love
that you’re planning some self-care in advance. *hugs* One week later and the
house is messy again! I’m about to do a quick clean because we have friends
coming over tonight though. I haven’t totally decided what to plant, but I’m
thinking tomato, basil, cucumber, bell peppers, and maybe potatoes, if there
are any that grow well here. I can’t wait! I think that will be my project next
week.
@nitnat007 Summers off is definitely a huge perk of my job!
It’s not totally a break though – lots of research, writing, and class prep. Fx
for good results from your MRI!
@Avrilmai What a bummer about the cyst! I’m so sorry.
Cancelled cycles suck.
@blackhottamales Hi, friend!! I’m sorry you find yourself
here, but it’s good to see you again. Given the test results you’ve received,
switching to an RE is probably a good idea. Even though the clinic I go to isn’t
ideal, I do like my doctor and can pm you her information if you want.
AFM, I went in for baseline monitoring on cd 2 for IUI #4.
AFC of 18 (7 on the right, 11 on the left), but my lining is nearly at 10mm, so
they’re making me do a beta before I start meds. My temps are low and I have
all the usual AF symptoms, so I know I’m not ku, but what a mindf**k. Not at
all happy about this.
@blackhottamales sorry you’re here but welcome back! Personally I would advise going to an RE asap as some of them insist on redoing tests anyhow, and the rest are likely to want the tests current within 3 months, so if you will be out of town and not able to see your OB before July then you should be able to get an RE appointment just as fast. Particularly with the blocked tube, an RE is likely to want to have a more detailed picture to check it’s not a hydrosalpinx (where the tube is swollen and leaks fluid that’s not helpful for embryos implanting). Fx is just a “simple” blockage for you. I make sure DH brings copies of all tests home with him - we can then pass them straight to the RE, but more so because DHs version of what was said is never particularly detailed or accurate
Me 43 DH 45 Married 12/2016 TTC #1 since 04/2015 AMA, DOR (AMH 0.65, AFC 2-4) and autoimmune issues (RA, APS), low TSH, adenomyosis 7 retrievals, 3 transfers
Jun19 FET BFP, due date 7th March 2020, DD born Feb20
Sep17 IVF1 - 1ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN Nov17 IVF2 - 1ER, 0F Jan18 IVF3 - 3ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN Feb18 - second opinion and additional testing Apr18 IVF4 - cancelled (E2 too high) May/Jun18 IVF4 - 4ER, 0M, 1F, 1 frozen day 3 (not best quality) Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - 5 ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (not best quality) Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - 4ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (good quality) Aug/Sep18 IVF7 - cancelled (cyst) Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - 3ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen Day 3 (excellent quality) Oct18 IVF8 - Cancelled (cyst and too low TSH) Oct18-Jan19 bringing TSH under control Feb19 ERA and hysteroscopy Mar19 Investigation for fibroid and adenomyosis Apr19 adenomyosis confirmed, polyps removed Jun19 FET after 2 months Lupron, autoimmune protocol, transferred two day 3 frozen embryos
Sep17 - Pergoveris 10-17 Sep, Orgalutran 15-18 Sep, Ovitrelle 18 Sep, ER 20 Sep for 2 follies, 1 mature egg, fertilized, ET 1x 2d 4-cell embryo 22/09, 05/10 BFN Nov17 IVF2 - Pergoveris 2-14 Nov, Orgalutran 5-14 Nov, Ovitrelle 15 Nov, ER 17 Nov for 3 follies, 1 mature egg, did not fertilize Jan18 IVF3 - Pergoveris 30 Dec - 8 Jan, Orgalutran 5-8 Jan, Ovitrelle 9 Jan, ER 11 Jan 3 eggs, 2 mature, 1 fertilized, ET 1x 4d 12-cell embryo 15/01, 24/01 BFN May/Jun18 IVF4 - Rekovelle 25-29 May, Menogon 30May - 2Jun, Zomacton 25 27 29 31 May and 2Jun, Cetrotide 30May - 3Jun, Gonasi 3Jun, ER 5Jun 4 eggs, none mature, two matured overnight, 1 fertilized with ICSI, Frozen day 3 but not good quality Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - Rekovelle 21-24 June, Menogon 25Jun-3Jul, Puregon 4-5Jul, Zomacton 21 23 25 27 29 Jun, Cetrotide 25Jun-5Jul, Gonasi 6Jul, ER 8Jul 5 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 but not good quality Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - Rekovelle 26-29 Jul, Menogon 30Jul-7Aug, Buserelin 26Jul-7Aug, Zomacton 26 28 30 Jul 1 3 Aug, Gonasi 7Aug, ER 9Aug 4 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized (normal IVF), 2 frozen day 3 good quality Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - Menogon 19-30Sep, Buserelin 19-30Sep, Zomacton 19 21 23 25 27 Sep, Ovitrelle 1 Oct, ER 3 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 excellent quality
Fav Quote: The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return
@darkstar42 oh that is quite weird to have some many follies, AF and such a thick lining on CD2. Fx you get a clear answe one way or the other soon from them.
Me 43 DH 45 Married 12/2016 TTC #1 since 04/2015 AMA, DOR (AMH 0.65, AFC 2-4) and autoimmune issues (RA, APS), low TSH, adenomyosis 7 retrievals, 3 transfers
Jun19 FET BFP, due date 7th March 2020, DD born Feb20
Sep17 IVF1 - 1ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN Nov17 IVF2 - 1ER, 0F Jan18 IVF3 - 3ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN Feb18 - second opinion and additional testing Apr18 IVF4 - cancelled (E2 too high) May/Jun18 IVF4 - 4ER, 0M, 1F, 1 frozen day 3 (not best quality) Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - 5 ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (not best quality) Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - 4ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (good quality) Aug/Sep18 IVF7 - cancelled (cyst) Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - 3ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen Day 3 (excellent quality) Oct18 IVF8 - Cancelled (cyst and too low TSH) Oct18-Jan19 bringing TSH under control Feb19 ERA and hysteroscopy Mar19 Investigation for fibroid and adenomyosis Apr19 adenomyosis confirmed, polyps removed Jun19 FET after 2 months Lupron, autoimmune protocol, transferred two day 3 frozen embryos
Sep17 - Pergoveris 10-17 Sep, Orgalutran 15-18 Sep, Ovitrelle 18 Sep, ER 20 Sep for 2 follies, 1 mature egg, fertilized, ET 1x 2d 4-cell embryo 22/09, 05/10 BFN Nov17 IVF2 - Pergoveris 2-14 Nov, Orgalutran 5-14 Nov, Ovitrelle 15 Nov, ER 17 Nov for 3 follies, 1 mature egg, did not fertilize Jan18 IVF3 - Pergoveris 30 Dec - 8 Jan, Orgalutran 5-8 Jan, Ovitrelle 9 Jan, ER 11 Jan 3 eggs, 2 mature, 1 fertilized, ET 1x 4d 12-cell embryo 15/01, 24/01 BFN May/Jun18 IVF4 - Rekovelle 25-29 May, Menogon 30May - 2Jun, Zomacton 25 27 29 31 May and 2Jun, Cetrotide 30May - 3Jun, Gonasi 3Jun, ER 5Jun 4 eggs, none mature, two matured overnight, 1 fertilized with ICSI, Frozen day 3 but not good quality Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - Rekovelle 21-24 June, Menogon 25Jun-3Jul, Puregon 4-5Jul, Zomacton 21 23 25 27 29 Jun, Cetrotide 25Jun-5Jul, Gonasi 6Jul, ER 8Jul 5 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 but not good quality Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - Rekovelle 26-29 Jul, Menogon 30Jul-7Aug, Buserelin 26Jul-7Aug, Zomacton 26 28 30 Jul 1 3 Aug, Gonasi 7Aug, ER 9Aug 4 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized (normal IVF), 2 frozen day 3 good quality Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - Menogon 19-30Sep, Buserelin 19-30Sep, Zomacton 19 21 23 25 27 Sep, Ovitrelle 1 Oct, ER 3 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 excellent quality
Fav Quote: The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return
@darkstar42 What an odd curveball. When will do you get beta results & start meds?
@blackhottamales Hiiiiiii, friend! You were missed. Sorry you’re here. I’m glad you’re feeling in a better place to commit to testing, etc. Congratulations on your new job.
AFM, triggered this morning & IUI tomorrow. I went in monitoring yesterday & I has one follicle. It was 19, so they wanted to hope it’s the golden egg since there were no others growing. This cycle has been frustrating to say the least w/ this new RE. I cannot decide if I’m having trouble adjusting to different personalities & procedures or if this office is just a cluster.
@Avrilmai cysts suck! I hope it dissolves really soon for you. About sensitive skin, I have it too. I also have a dry skin type, which I didn't know for many years. My skin was oiling up because it was dry and overreacting to my skin care products. Anyway, I switched to warm water in the shower, witch hazel after, and then moisturizer for sensitive skin with sunscreen. My skin is clear the majority of the time now. Give it a shot!
@darkstar42 Did they test hormone levels? I would think estrogen is too high. Are you sure you are definitely on cd2 of full flow?
Ladies, I've also just started reading ISTWE. She recommends a few brands in her book. One of them being Jarrow. It's the ubiquinol form, 200mg 60 caps, and it's available on Amazon for like $16. It's also pharmaceutical grade.
For any lady that would like to read the book, I am more than happy to give you my Amazon login to read it on the kindle cloud reader online. Send me a PM.
@emmasemm Sorry your husband is going through this. I hope the scans show that it's something really simple to remedy.
People think we become mothers when we give birth but the truth is we become mothers the moment we start calling our babies to us in our thoughts, dreams and prayers. Some paths are short and some are so long that you can easily forget where you were headed.
How I feel all of the time. My 7 Year Journey ***Tw in spoiler***
IVF IVF #1 - September 2018; Follistim, Menopur, Cetrotide & Lupron/HCG combo trigger; PGS; ICSI Back on Levothyroxine FET #1 - October 2018; cancelled, all PGS aneuploid FET #1 - November 30th, transferred anyway Wondfo BFP 5dp5dt, CB Digi 6dpt, 1st Beta on 7dpt 93 2nd Beta on 10dpt 510!
TTC #1 since 2011. Tried for 5 years before we knew there was a one year rule. Diag w/MS 2016; w/PCOS & IF 2017 New RE 2018; PCOS diagnosis taken away, IF due to ovary adhesions, but prev. RE insists PCOS IF
IUI IUI #1 July 2017 w/100mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts IUI #2 October 2017 w/50mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts IUI #3 February 2018 w/5mg Femara+trigger; low P BFP February; mc March; Subclinical hypothyroid started Levothyroxine IUI #4 March 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN Medicated cycle & TI April 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN Tried several cycles on our own; all BFN
@Avrilmai I’m so sorry your cycle was canceled. That’s so frustrating
@blackhottamales welcome but I’m sorry to see you here. I’d definitely move on to an RE if you’re able to
@darkstar42 yeah. Wow—I wonder why your lining is so thick
so I had a good appt this morning. R follie 12.58 & 9.72 L follie 20.35 & 14.32 and Lining 5.84. So I’m going to trigger tomorrow night and go in for an IUI on Monday
@purplg8r What did they say about your lining not being at a 7 or 8 at this point in time? Will the trigger thicken it up? Yay for follie growth, I'm rooting for that 14 to catch up!
People think we become mothers when we give birth but the truth is we become mothers the moment we start calling our babies to us in our thoughts, dreams and prayers. Some paths are short and some are so long that you can easily forget where you were headed.
How I feel all of the time. My 7 Year Journey ***Tw in spoiler***
IVF IVF #1 - September 2018; Follistim, Menopur, Cetrotide & Lupron/HCG combo trigger; PGS; ICSI Back on Levothyroxine FET #1 - October 2018; cancelled, all PGS aneuploid FET #1 - November 30th, transferred anyway Wondfo BFP 5dp5dt, CB Digi 6dpt, 1st Beta on 7dpt 93 2nd Beta on 10dpt 510!
TTC #1 since 2011. Tried for 5 years before we knew there was a one year rule. Diag w/MS 2016; w/PCOS & IF 2017 New RE 2018; PCOS diagnosis taken away, IF due to ovary adhesions, but prev. RE insists PCOS IF
IUI IUI #1 July 2017 w/100mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts IUI #2 October 2017 w/50mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts IUI #3 February 2018 w/5mg Femara+trigger; low P BFP February; mc March; Subclinical hypothyroid started Levothyroxine IUI #4 March 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN Medicated cycle & TI April 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN Tried several cycles on our own; all BFN
Re: IF Testing and Treatment - week of 05/07
@emmasemmThey have me on bcp starting on cd3 for 2 weeks. Then treatment day 1 is 5 days after my last bcp. (And starting a period will happen some time in those days). then stims is at least 10 days. Im thinking it depends on when I O on my own this cycle (on my own it’s been anywhere from cd21-40 but I’ve never taken Letrozole then not triggered so I’m not sure how it’ll effect it)
@lulu1180 nope! They actually said to use opks and then BD the night of my first + plus the next two nights. I overthink everything though and have been wondering if it’s a good idea. As for coq10, I use Nature Made 200mg 3x a day
@nitnat007 thanks! And wow—that’s a long time!
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Married 6/11/16
TTC Since 6/2016
12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal
3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve
8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC
7/2018 Clomid+IUI
11/2018 Letrozole+TI
12/2018 Letrozole+IUI
2/2019 NTNP
5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Married 6/11/16
TTC Since 6/2016
12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal
3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve
8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC
7/2018 Clomid+IUI
11/2018 Letrozole+TI
12/2018 Letrozole+IUI
2/2019 NTNP
5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
thanks for the feedback ladies. I did go pick up some ubiquinol, it was hard to find one that didn't contain soy, (I'm trying to limit my exposure to extra soy) I also changed my prenatal vitamins. We use glass containers for most of our food storage and I don't reheat/eat in/on plastic, but we do freeze a lot and that is all in plastic. I'll have to look into glass freezer storage. The skin care is going to be the biggest thing. I have really sensitive skin. So finding a face wash that wont irritate will be an adventure. I didn't even think about things like my old coffee pot...
@beachbunnyxo123 I use bareMinerals right now, and have for years. mostly because I'm too lazy to look for anything else.
@darkstar42 my library doesn't have the book.
@lulu1180 thanks for the reminder about that thread. And good for you for taking care of yourself this weekend. that is so important.
@purplg8r I'm sorry this cycle got cancelled.
TTC#1 10/2016
TTC/IF:included medicated cycles, IUIs and 2 rounds of IVF with 1 embryo each.
BFP finally in 12/2018
TTC#2 06/2021
planning FET
"Some days are diamonds, some days are rocks,
some doors are open, some roads are blocked"
As for skin care, I feel like pacifica may have one for sensitive skin but I don't remember. I hope you find something that works for you.
"It's time to try defying gravity."
Married 6/11/16
TTC Since 6/2016
12/2016 RE appt; 1/2017 SA & HSG results - all normal
3/2017 Dx Hyperprolactinemia; 5/2017 Prolactin levels normal; 8/2017 Low Ovarian Reserve
8/2017 TTA for personal reasons; 10/2017 NTNP; 12/2017 Re-start TTC
7/2018 Clomid+IUI
11/2018 Letrozole+TI
12/2018 Letrozole+IUI
2/2019 NTNP
5/2019 Stopping all TTC efforts; living Childfree
@purplg8r Hope the U/S went well and they were able to give you a clear answer.
TTC#1 10/2016
TTC/IF:included medicated cycles, IUIs and 2 rounds of IVF with 1 embryo each.
BFP finally in 12/2018
TTC#2 06/2021
planning FET
"Some days are diamonds, some days are rocks,
some doors are open, some roads are blocked"
Married 12/2016
TTC #1 since 04/2015
AMA, DOR (AMH 0.65, AFC 2-4) and autoimmune issues (RA, APS), low TSH, adenomyosis
7 retrievals, 3 transfers
Nov17 IVF2 - 1ER, 0F
Jan18 IVF3 - 3ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN
Feb18 - second opinion and additional testing
Apr18 IVF4 - cancelled (E2 too high)
May/Jun18 IVF4 - 4ER, 0M, 1F, 1 frozen day 3 (not best quality)
Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - 5 ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (not best quality)
Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - 4ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (good quality)
Aug/Sep18 IVF7 - cancelled (cyst)
Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - 3ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen Day 3 (excellent quality)
Oct18 IVF8 - Cancelled (cyst and too low TSH)
Oct18-Jan19 bringing TSH under control
Feb19 ERA and hysteroscopy
Mar19 Investigation for fibroid and adenomyosis
Apr19 adenomyosis confirmed, polyps removed
Jun19 FET after 2 months Lupron, autoimmune protocol, transferred two day 3 frozen embryos
Nov17 IVF2 - Pergoveris 2-14 Nov, Orgalutran 5-14 Nov, Ovitrelle 15 Nov, ER 17 Nov for 3 follies, 1 mature egg, did not fertilize
Jan18 IVF3 - Pergoveris 30 Dec - 8 Jan, Orgalutran 5-8 Jan, Ovitrelle 9 Jan, ER 11 Jan 3 eggs, 2 mature, 1 fertilized, ET 1x 4d 12-cell embryo 15/01, 24/01 BFN
May/Jun18 IVF4 - Rekovelle 25-29 May, Menogon 30May - 2Jun, Zomacton 25 27 29 31 May and 2Jun, Cetrotide 30May - 3Jun, Gonasi 3Jun, ER 5Jun 4 eggs, none mature, two matured overnight, 1 fertilized with ICSI, Frozen day 3 but not good quality
Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - Rekovelle 21-24 June, Menogon 25Jun-3Jul, Puregon 4-5Jul, Zomacton 21 23 25 27 29 Jun, Cetrotide 25Jun-5Jul, Gonasi 6Jul, ER 8Jul 5 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 but not good quality
Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - Rekovelle 26-29 Jul, Menogon 30Jul-7Aug, Buserelin 26Jul-7Aug, Zomacton 26 28 30 Jul 1 3 Aug, Gonasi 7Aug, ER 9Aug 4 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized (normal IVF), 2 frozen day 3 good quality
Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - Menogon 19-30Sep, Buserelin 19-30Sep, Zomacton 19 21 23 25 27 Sep, Ovitrelle 1 Oct, ER 3 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 excellent quality
Fav Quote: The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Waiting...so I finally had an HSG last Friday and of course my Dr. was out of town so it was with a different doctor. And it showed the left tube was completely blocked. My doctor was finally back today and a NP called and said she wants a pelvic ultrasound with saline and then an appointment with the Dr. after. But what sucks (besides everything) is I'm pretty sure I'll be out of the country so that means i don't even get to meet with the doctor until July!
Also MH had a SA and what he told me is the doctor wants to retest due to the head looking dented. so...that's about it for me.
How are things going?: We've ramped up testing because I finally quit my job (start a new one next week) and I'm ready to fully commit to testing and doing whatever it takes. I couldn't commit with my previous job and stresses and responsibilities so I'm excited. The great news is things are wonderful with MH, he's been so supportive and open to so many discussions and tests. It's so helpful to feel the support.
Any questions?: I believe i need to move to an RE, should i move now or continue working with my current doctor?
GTKY: If your DH (or other form of long term life partner) was an animal, what would he be and why? Sloth due to slowness.
@emmasemm I’m glad you were able to get all your prescriptions sorted out! Your village pharmacist sounds amazing.
@purplg8r So sorry about the cancelled cycle. What a bummer. Will you have an appointment or phone call with the RE to talk through what happened?
@lulu1180 Sorry this weekend will be rough for you. I love that you’re planning some self-care in advance. *hugs* One week later and the house is messy again! I’m about to do a quick clean because we have friends coming over tonight though. I haven’t totally decided what to plant, but I’m thinking tomato, basil, cucumber, bell peppers, and maybe potatoes, if there are any that grow well here. I can’t wait! I think that will be my project next week.
@nitnat007 Summers off is definitely a huge perk of my job! It’s not totally a break though – lots of research, writing, and class prep. Fx for good results from your MRI!
@Avrilmai What a bummer about the cyst! I’m so sorry. Cancelled cycles suck.
@blackhottamales Hi, friend!! I’m sorry you find yourself here, but it’s good to see you again. Given the test results you’ve received, switching to an RE is probably a good idea. Even though the clinic I go to isn’t ideal, I do like my doctor and can pm you her information if you want.
AFM, I went in for baseline monitoring on cd 2 for IUI #4. AFC of 18 (7 on the right, 11 on the left), but my lining is nearly at 10mm, so they’re making me do a beta before I start meds. My temps are low and I have all the usual AF symptoms, so I know I’m not ku, but what a mindf**k. Not at all happy about this.
Personally I would advise going to an RE asap as some of them insist on redoing tests anyhow, and the rest are likely to want the tests current within 3 months, so if you will be out of town and not able to see your OB before July then you should be able to get an RE appointment just as fast.
Particularly with the blocked tube, an RE is likely to want to have a more detailed picture to check it’s not a hydrosalpinx (where the tube is swollen and leaks fluid that’s not helpful for embryos implanting). Fx is just a “simple” blockage for you.
I make sure DH brings copies of all tests home with him - we can then pass them straight to the RE, but more so because DHs version of what was said is never particularly detailed or accurate
Married 12/2016
TTC #1 since 04/2015
AMA, DOR (AMH 0.65, AFC 2-4) and autoimmune issues (RA, APS), low TSH, adenomyosis
7 retrievals, 3 transfers
Nov17 IVF2 - 1ER, 0F
Jan18 IVF3 - 3ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN
Feb18 - second opinion and additional testing
Apr18 IVF4 - cancelled (E2 too high)
May/Jun18 IVF4 - 4ER, 0M, 1F, 1 frozen day 3 (not best quality)
Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - 5 ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (not best quality)
Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - 4ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (good quality)
Aug/Sep18 IVF7 - cancelled (cyst)
Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - 3ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen Day 3 (excellent quality)
Oct18 IVF8 - Cancelled (cyst and too low TSH)
Oct18-Jan19 bringing TSH under control
Feb19 ERA and hysteroscopy
Mar19 Investigation for fibroid and adenomyosis
Apr19 adenomyosis confirmed, polyps removed
Jun19 FET after 2 months Lupron, autoimmune protocol, transferred two day 3 frozen embryos
Nov17 IVF2 - Pergoveris 2-14 Nov, Orgalutran 5-14 Nov, Ovitrelle 15 Nov, ER 17 Nov for 3 follies, 1 mature egg, did not fertilize
Jan18 IVF3 - Pergoveris 30 Dec - 8 Jan, Orgalutran 5-8 Jan, Ovitrelle 9 Jan, ER 11 Jan 3 eggs, 2 mature, 1 fertilized, ET 1x 4d 12-cell embryo 15/01, 24/01 BFN
May/Jun18 IVF4 - Rekovelle 25-29 May, Menogon 30May - 2Jun, Zomacton 25 27 29 31 May and 2Jun, Cetrotide 30May - 3Jun, Gonasi 3Jun, ER 5Jun 4 eggs, none mature, two matured overnight, 1 fertilized with ICSI, Frozen day 3 but not good quality
Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - Rekovelle 21-24 June, Menogon 25Jun-3Jul, Puregon 4-5Jul, Zomacton 21 23 25 27 29 Jun, Cetrotide 25Jun-5Jul, Gonasi 6Jul, ER 8Jul 5 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 but not good quality
Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - Rekovelle 26-29 Jul, Menogon 30Jul-7Aug, Buserelin 26Jul-7Aug, Zomacton 26 28 30 Jul 1 3 Aug, Gonasi 7Aug, ER 9Aug 4 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized (normal IVF), 2 frozen day 3 good quality
Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - Menogon 19-30Sep, Buserelin 19-30Sep, Zomacton 19 21 23 25 27 Sep, Ovitrelle 1 Oct, ER 3 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 excellent quality
Fav Quote: The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return
Fx you get a clear answe one way or the other soon from them.
Married 12/2016
TTC #1 since 04/2015
AMA, DOR (AMH 0.65, AFC 2-4) and autoimmune issues (RA, APS), low TSH, adenomyosis
7 retrievals, 3 transfers
Nov17 IVF2 - 1ER, 0F
Jan18 IVF3 - 3ER, 1F, 1ET, BFN
Feb18 - second opinion and additional testing
Apr18 IVF4 - cancelled (E2 too high)
May/Jun18 IVF4 - 4ER, 0M, 1F, 1 frozen day 3 (not best quality)
Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - 5 ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (not best quality)
Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - 4ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen day 3 (good quality)
Aug/Sep18 IVF7 - cancelled (cyst)
Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - 3ER, 3M, 2F, 2 frozen Day 3 (excellent quality)
Oct18 IVF8 - Cancelled (cyst and too low TSH)
Oct18-Jan19 bringing TSH under control
Feb19 ERA and hysteroscopy
Mar19 Investigation for fibroid and adenomyosis
Apr19 adenomyosis confirmed, polyps removed
Jun19 FET after 2 months Lupron, autoimmune protocol, transferred two day 3 frozen embryos
Nov17 IVF2 - Pergoveris 2-14 Nov, Orgalutran 5-14 Nov, Ovitrelle 15 Nov, ER 17 Nov for 3 follies, 1 mature egg, did not fertilize
Jan18 IVF3 - Pergoveris 30 Dec - 8 Jan, Orgalutran 5-8 Jan, Ovitrelle 9 Jan, ER 11 Jan 3 eggs, 2 mature, 1 fertilized, ET 1x 4d 12-cell embryo 15/01, 24/01 BFN
May/Jun18 IVF4 - Rekovelle 25-29 May, Menogon 30May - 2Jun, Zomacton 25 27 29 31 May and 2Jun, Cetrotide 30May - 3Jun, Gonasi 3Jun, ER 5Jun 4 eggs, none mature, two matured overnight, 1 fertilized with ICSI, Frozen day 3 but not good quality
Jun/Jul18 IVF5 - Rekovelle 21-24 June, Menogon 25Jun-3Jul, Puregon 4-5Jul, Zomacton 21 23 25 27 29 Jun, Cetrotide 25Jun-5Jul, Gonasi 6Jul, ER 8Jul 5 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 but not good quality
Jul/Aug18 IVF6 - Rekovelle 26-29 Jul, Menogon 30Jul-7Aug, Buserelin 26Jul-7Aug, Zomacton 26 28 30 Jul 1 3 Aug, Gonasi 7Aug, ER 9Aug 4 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized (normal IVF), 2 frozen day 3 good quality
Sep/Oct18 IVF7 - Menogon 19-30Sep, Buserelin 19-30Sep, Zomacton 19 21 23 25 27 Sep, Ovitrelle 1 Oct, ER 3 eggs, 3 mature, 2 fertilized with ICSI, 2 frozen day 3 excellent quality
Fav Quote: The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return
@blackhottamales Hiiiiiii, friend! You were missed. Sorry you’re here. I’m glad you’re feeling in a better place to commit to testing, etc. Congratulations on your new job.
AFM, triggered this morning & IUI tomorrow. I went in monitoring yesterday & I has one follicle. It was 19, so they wanted to hope it’s the golden egg since there were no others growing.
This cycle has been frustrating to say the least w/ this new RE. I cannot decide if I’m having trouble adjusting to different personalities & procedures or if this office is just a cluster.
@darkstar42 Did they test hormone levels? I would think estrogen is too high. Are you sure you are definitely on cd2 of full flow?
Welcome back @blackhottamales
Ladies, I've also just started reading ISTWE. She recommends a few brands in her book. One of them being Jarrow. It's the ubiquinol form, 200mg 60 caps, and it's available on Amazon for like $16. It's also pharmaceutical grade.
For any lady that would like to read the book, I am more than happy to give you my Amazon login to read it on the kindle cloud reader online. Send me a PM.
@emmasemm Sorry your husband is going through this. I hope the scans show that it's something really simple to remedy.
My 7 Year Journey ***Tw in spoiler***
IVF #1 - September 2018; Follistim, Menopur, Cetrotide & Lupron/HCG combo trigger; PGS; ICSI
Back on Levothyroxine
FET #1 - October 2018; cancelled, all PGS aneuploid
FET #1 - November 30th, transferred anyway
Wondfo BFP 5dp5dt, CB Digi 6dpt,
1st Beta on 7dpt 93
2nd Beta on 10dpt 510!
TTC #1 since 2011. Tried for 5 years before we knew there was a one year rule.
Diag w/MS 2016; w/PCOS & IF 2017
New RE 2018; PCOS diagnosis taken away, IF due to ovary adhesions, but prev. RE insists PCOS IF
IUI
IUI #1 July 2017 w/100mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts
IUI #2 October 2017 w/50mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts
IUI #3 February 2018 w/5mg Femara+trigger; low P
BFP February; mc March; Subclinical hypothyroid started Levothyroxine
IUI #4 March 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN
Medicated cycle & TI April 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN
Tried several cycles on our own; all BFN
@blackhottamales welcome but I’m sorry to see you here. I’d definitely move on to an RE if you’re able to
@darkstar42 yeah. Wow—I wonder why your lining is so thick
so I had a good appt this morning. R follie 12.58 & 9.72 L follie 20.35 & 14.32 and Lining 5.84. So I’m going to trigger tomorrow night and go in for an IUI on Monday
My 7 Year Journey ***Tw in spoiler***
IVF #1 - September 2018; Follistim, Menopur, Cetrotide & Lupron/HCG combo trigger; PGS; ICSI
Back on Levothyroxine
FET #1 - October 2018; cancelled, all PGS aneuploid
FET #1 - November 30th, transferred anyway
Wondfo BFP 5dp5dt, CB Digi 6dpt,
1st Beta on 7dpt 93
2nd Beta on 10dpt 510!
TTC #1 since 2011. Tried for 5 years before we knew there was a one year rule.
Diag w/MS 2016; w/PCOS & IF 2017
New RE 2018; PCOS diagnosis taken away, IF due to ovary adhesions, but prev. RE insists PCOS IF
IUI
IUI #1 July 2017 w/100mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts
IUI #2 October 2017 w/50mg Clo+trigger; BFN; benched w/big cysts
IUI #3 February 2018 w/5mg Femara+trigger; low P
BFP February; mc March; Subclinical hypothyroid started Levothyroxine
IUI #4 March 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN
Medicated cycle & TI April 2018 w/7.5mg Femara+trigger; BFN
Tried several cycles on our own; all BFN