IF Testing & Treatment w/o 5/11

inthewoods23 · May 2020

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's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic?

keikiluck · May 2020

Hi All, I’m linking a resource here for anyone who is interested in exploring. I am definitely not suggesting that anyone here has these issues. It’s just another path to look into for those of us who are Unexplained.

https://www.immunologysupport.com/do-i-have-an-immune-problem.html

mvt2003 · May 2020

Diagnosis (if you've been): MFI

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Waiting for FET in June!!! Wheeee!!!!

How are things going?: Pretty good - I'm very happy to have a FET on the calendar at all right now, so I'm focusing on preparing my body for it. I've been consistent with workouts throughout this process, but my diet has been awful (I bought a bag of mini starburst last week. WTF MVT!) so I'm going to try to cut my sugar intake and track my food to drop some weight before FET. I'm also taking my ab workouts seriously, I want to get some core work in before FET.

And at some point in the next week or so I need to start dropping the extra caffeine I've been having per day.

Image: https://media.giphy.com/media/3og0IVkXQ8JBXTboha/giphy.gif

But that's a next week problem.

Any questions?: Nope

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? I started taking strength training seriously, which I've always said I should do but never actually did

gingermama29 · May 2020

@mvt2003 I'm so crazy excited for you that your FET is on the calendar for next month! You're a rockstar with all the working out you're doing. I need to get back into it again. Staying motivated is so challenging so I'm giving you so the kudos!

Hi friends. I'm joining you all over here. Hope that's okay! 💕

Diagnosis (if you've been): PCOS

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO but about to be temporarily benched, technically

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): my OB put me on BC for 3 months to help balance hormones. TTC naturally when that's done.

How are things going?: So I kinda covered what's going on in the questions above on but for those of you who don't lurk or post in the dailies, I figured I'd give a quick summary of things. I'll stick in it a spoiler cause it's kinda long:

I have PCOS and have always had super irregular cycles or none at all. My cycles last usually between 39-65 days, but my last one was 100 days long. At the end of February, my midwife referred me to the on-site OB who specializes in helping women TTC. He sent me for blood work and an ultrasound to re-confirm my PCOS diagnosis and check my hormones etc. He finally called back in Friday to follow up (I had cancelled my in person appointment as it was the very beginning of the covid quarantine). Long story short, my US showed polycystic ovaries, confirming my diagnosis and basically everything in my blood work came back normal. As a result, he wants me to go on BCP for 3 months to regulate my hormones and then I can TTC naturally for 2-3 months. If I'm not successful, we'll do another 3 months of BCP and then possibly look into medicated cycles.
Anyway, I mentioned in WTO that I'm really struggling with my feelings about starting BCP and effectively being benched for 3 months, particularly because DH and I had decided to start actively trying again next cycle prior to that phone call (we'd been NTNP for several months). It hit me pretty hard this weekend when DH picked up my prescription. I haven't started the pills yet.

Any questions?: Kind of a dumb one, but there's no point in temping while on BC, correct?

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? I've really been enjoying zoom chatting with all of my siblings (I'm one of 6) and playing video games together. We had a group chat before the pandemic but video chatting is definitely a positive to come out of this. We live in several different timezones too.

inthewoods23 · May 2020

@mvt2003 JUNE HYYYYYYYPPPE!!!!

@gingermama29 I hope these next 3 months go by quickly for you. I've always wondered what a cycle on BC might look like for temping, but I'm sure it's no different than an anovulatory cycle since you won't see the temp shift. So no, it would be pointless to temp.

And now I've read an article about some lady who uses BBT as her birth control? I'm so annoyed having read that.

Diagnosis (if you've been): unexplained, low morph, unconfirmed gluten sensitivity?

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): au naturale, GF and DF diet, various supplements to boost DH's sperm

How are things going?: I'm annoyed my OPKs aren't getting darker. I don't know if this was normal way back in the day before I was seeing the RE. I'm on CD13 and O was usually around CD17-19, but has been as late as CD24 or 25. I did have a mental meltdown Friday morning so maybe O is getting delayed now so I shouldn't expect O for another 10 days. Good thing I bought the pack of 50 tests.

Any questions?: I got nothing.

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic?
My skincare! I'm not any better about washing my face at night and going through that whole routine, but I've started using some products recommended by some YouTubers and I'm feeling a lot more comfortable going out without any makeup on.

misshelen86 · May 2020

@mvt2003 Yipee!!! So excited you are going ahead with your FET next month! Great job with the strength training. Your body is going to be in great shape for your transfer!

@gingermama29 So sorry you are benched for the next few months. No, there is no point temping while on BC as you shouldn’t be seeing a temp shift if you aren’t ovulating. Do you feel okay with this plan the OB has made? If not, it’s okay to look into a second opinion!

@inthewoods23 Sorry your OPKs aren’t getting any darker yet. Hope you get a positive one soon.. the wait is so hard! Do you have any fav skin care products? I’m always looking for new ones to try!

Diagnosis: MFI

Status: TWW

What are you doing this cycle? NTNP.. we are going to try again next cycle though! I need to be in control again!

How are things going? Things are going okay, although yesterday was difficult. I stayed off social media, which helped. I’m still waiting to find out when DH can get in for his repeat SA and the wait is driving me crazy! My clinic has started going retrievals again but he can’t do an SA? I don’t get it. I just want to be able to make a plan already.

Any questions? No

GTKY: what’s a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? I’ve been using this time to focus on exercising and eating healthier! Also, I’ve been experimenting with gf baking.. I made some pretty amazing choc chip peanut butter cookies yesterday and I’m planning to make chocolate zucchini muffins this week!

shoogapoff · May 2020

@mvt2003 Yay for FET being scheduled! That's so exciting! And you are right about the caffeine issue being a next week problem. One week at a time!

@gingermama29 I hope these 3 months do the trick! Do you typically handle the BCP well? I have a lot of mood swings on BCP, so I get vicarious anxiety for others being on them.

@inthewoods23 I've definitely been engaging in more self-care lately as well. Hopefully it continues even as we get back into the swing of things!

Diagnosis (if you've been): AMA, blocked tube

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Trying on our own, waiting for treatment to start back up

How are things going?: My life has been pretty crazy the past 2 weeks, so I am sorry for being MIA. I officially ended my job at a hospital, and am starting my new position, which is also essential. I'm excited for the transition, but it has been a lot going on at once. TTC-wise, we're alright. Not optimistic but not feeling a sense of dread or anything.

Any questions?: Not at this point.

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? MH and I have been able to spend more time together, which has been really nice.

gingermama29 · May 2020

@misshelen86 I trust my doctor and am willing to try it. My mixed emotions really come from being disappointed and a little anxious about going back on BC. I went off it at the end of 2014 so it's been awhile! Sorry there's a delay in waiting for YH's SA. I can imagine that's incredibly frustrating. Your baked goods sound amazing!

@shoogapoff it's been awhile since I was on BC but aside from some weight gain (which could've also been a result of bad eating habits in college) I think I handled it okay. I'm a little anxious about it though. Congrats on the new position! I hope it's a smooth transition! Glad you're getting more quality time with YH too.

inthewoods23 · May 2020

@misshelen86 The brand I just started getting into is The Ordinary! They have some really great stuff for cheap! Most stuff is maybe $13 or less

@shoogapoff congrats on the new job! I'm also enjoy the extra time with DH. We're both probably going to working from home a bit more once all this is over. Also afternoon romps make for good FW timing haha.

ramzlau · May 2020

@mvt2003 First off, so jealous that you are strength training and getting it done! I strained my back going for a one mile run last week, and have been benched again from working out for a week or so. And second, I am excited for your FET!

@gingermama29 Weird creepy internet hugs. I am so sorry you are here with us and that you got the benched news right when you were going back to actively TTC. This process is so heart wrenching. As much as it hurts emotionally, I would start the BCP asap, the sooner you start the sooner you will be off it. When I had to take it for my cyst, it did help resolve it and I can see the benefits of giving your ovaries a hormonal time out so you can get the one egg it takes. I wouldn't temp during the BCP, I would try to give myself a break altogether from the logistics of TTC, but maybe like MVT2003 pick one or two things you can focus on to be in a better place when you get back to TTC. I am rooting for you!

@inthewoods23 Sorry about the OPKs not getting darker, I will say sometimes mine goes from 0-60 overnight, so don't count it out yet, especially if you normally O CD17-19. Hopefully you see some action in the next few days!

@misshelen86 Crazy enough I was just reading an article that was saying Covid-19 is present in semen and can possibly be transmitted sexually?! I was wondering how that was going to affect IUIs since I am sure the CDC will have a say or procedures regarding this. Could this be why you haven't heard back from your doctors office about the SA? Although I guess it wouldn't matter for SA?

@shoogapoffGL with the new job!

AFM:

Diagnosis (if you've been): Unexplained and since I am AMA, it is chalked up to egg quality, hence the "old"

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WFAF- BFN 14DPO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): I reached out to my RE this morning after the BFN to see when they are reopening, she replied to the text saying send an email...so my guess is they still don't know...

How are things going?: Okay, it has been a rough few weeks emotionally for us. We are coming to the end of week 9 of "stay at home" and I think our patience, nerves, just everything is over it. I need a reason to hope again.

Any questions?: NATM

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? I am relieved that having these 2 cycles unmedicated has given my body a chance to get back to normal in regards to bloat, weight gain, and just overall feeling of not so hormonal and getting back into some running again.

mvt2003 · May 2020

@ramzlau Ugh I'm so sorry your back is hurting! I know it sounds weird, but are you stretching your IT band? It's not the first thing you think, but if your IT band is tight sometimes it pulls all the way to your back! https://belymbr.com/low-back-pain-your-it-band/ I started incorporating IT band stretches and it helped immensely!

@inthewoods23 @misshelen86 I just started using The Ordinary too! I did the AHA BHA peel last night!

@shoogapoff Congrats on the new job!!!

bluetickgal · May 2020

Diagnosis (if you've been): PCOS and Unexplained RPL

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Letrozole (5mg), IUI last Tuesday, and started Progesterone Friday.

How are things going?: Doing ok...for some reason today, I feel like I’m already out this cycle! And I know I’m just entering the time that implantation could occur, so it’s totally irrational...can’t help the feeling though. Yesterday was a bit tough, but we stayed busy most of the day which helped...I stayed off FB too which also helped! Looking forward to a hopefully low-stress week with somewhat nice weather so we can get out and get some fresh air!

Any questions?: None right now.

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? Getting to spend so much extra time with DH...I love our breaks & lunches together every day! I’m going to miss that for sure!

@mvt2003 I’m so excited that you have your FET on the calendar for June too!! And dropping sugar and caffeine, that’s rough...I’ll be thinking of you! Also, I had no clue mini starbursts were a thing - Adds to grocery list! Haha.
@gingermama29 welcome, but I’m so sorry you find yourself over here! I hate that you have to go on BC for 3 months just when you had decided to start actively trying again...but I’m hoping the BC will get your hormones straightened out and you’ll have success with a natural cycle right after that!!

@inthewoods23 sorry your OPK’s aren’t getting darker yet, but hopefully they will soon! I’m also sorry for the meltdown you had on Friday...sending hugs your way! 💜 I’m kind of liking the whole no makeup thing too and have only worn it a few times in the past two months!
@misshelen86 I stayed off FB yesterday too, which definitely helped...but then I got a little teary when I got on there this morning! Ugh, that stinks YH can’t get in for his SA yet! I think that sounds good to start trying again next cycle...I totally get the needing to feel like you are in control! Although a nice surprise this TWW would be beyond amazing! Your GF baked goods sound so yummy!

@shoogapoff sorry things have been so crazy! I hope you like your new job and the transition isn’t too bad! I’m still hoping for a successful natural cycle for you!! If not, I hope treatment can start back up by the time you reach your next cycle!

@ramzlau sorry for the BFN and the uncertainty of when treatments will be started back! It’s so crazy we have been doing this for so long, just looked and we are starting week 9! I hope things can go somewhat back to “normal” before long! Sending hugs & positive vibes your way! 💜

*Edited because I overused the word also!*

inthewoods23 · May 2020

@mvt2003 that peel is THE BOMB!! I do it every weekend! I bought that and the niacinamide but I'm not sure the niacinamide is doing anything for me. I have their glycolic acid too but I don't think it does much compared to the Pixi Glow Tonic I originally tried when I started using chemical exfoliants. What's a good TO product for evening skin tone? That's what I really need.

@ramzlau we have our good days and bad days being stuck at home too. Hope we all get a little more freedom soon

@bluetickgal I rarely got lunch with DH when we were both in the office since it's at least 20-25 minutes apart so the lunches at home are definitely nice! DH has taken to having a nap as part of an extended lunch break every day. He says it helps him be even more productive in the afternoons.

mvt2003 · May 2020

@inthewoods23 I have to reorder, but I have been super happy with just the plain old Vitamin C serum I found on Amazon! I use the TruSkin brand, and love it. My big splurge was Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair at Christmas, I used that through my entire stim cycle religiously (with the TruSkin Vitamin C and Tatcha Water Cream moisturizer) and did not have a ton of skin issues.

gingermama29 · May 2020

@ramzlau thank you friend 💕. It's definitely bittersweet to be over here. So sorry for the BFN. Being stuck at home for so long makes everything harder. Sending hugs!

@bluetickgal I'm sorry you're already feeling out this cycle. Sending positive thoughts your way and crossing fingers for you. That's awesome that you and YH have gotten so much extra time together and daily lunch dates.

ramzlau · May 2020

@mvt2003 Yes my IT band gives me so many problems! I have been stretching it, but too little too late I guess, because I went to chiro and she said my hips are so jammed up my leg is an inch shorter than it is normally...oops.

@bluetickgal You are absolutely right that you are right in the window of implantation (6-9dpo), so what you are feeling is just the emotional rollercoaster of all of this. You aren't out yet. Hang in there!

AFM: RE office just called, they are starting back up. Everyone has to be tested for Covid prior to treatments, but I will take it! Scheduling a consult to see where we are going to start.

emeraldduchess · May 2020

Diagnosis (if you've been): Unexplained IF, unexplained RPL, possible low progesterone/LP defect

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA):TWW I *think* My bbt has been really, really wonky so FF can't even confirm and keeps moving/taking away my crosshairs. I also never got a blazing positive on my OPK, but that's nothing new. I am guessing my O date based on when CM dried up (TMI, I know) and started my progesterone. So I am going to assume I am already out this cycle and quit temping for now. It's just going to drive me crazy.

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): OPKs, checking CM, HIO

How are things going?: OK. Very frustrated with my BBT situation and paranoid that maybe O didn't happen and I am anxious thinking something is wrong, like my ovaries are failing or something. Other than the anxiety, I am trying to look ahead to IVF with a positive attitude.

Any questions?: Nope.

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? DH and I are enjoying our time together, and since we are both teachers, we've really been a great support to each other. I taught myself some new crochet stitches, too! I only knew the single crochet before now, so I'm excited to have a whole new category of crafts I can make! Last night I was watching a tutorial on how to crochet snowflakes. My Christmas decor is abut to get an upgrade!

kpearse99 · May 2020

Diagnosis (if you've been): Secondary Unexplained IF

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO!

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): OPK, Preseed (internally), Tracking CM, PNV and EOD

How are things going?: Overall pretty well! Feeling optimistic (not hopeful... big difference!) about trying again. I need to talk to DH still but I think I want us to try on our own for the summer and then start back up with the RE for IUIs in September (probably going back in August for another round of testing since it will be over a year since I had all my B/W done). I'm really curious to see how these OPKs indicate how my body's LH levels work.... It's early on and the line was already on the darker side... I have a feeling I'm going to be very confused most of the time haha

Any questions?:

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? You all know I'm a pretty positive person to begin with... I always try and look for the bright side of things but this whole quarantine thing has strengthened that even more. I've also noticed I've had more patience for things thanks to all of this, which is something I've been wanting to work on for a while. I really am enjoying the simpler and slower pace of life.

Be back for tags....

kpearse99 · May 2020

@mvt2003 I'm really proud of you for focusing on yourself!! I typically make 1/2 caff coffee at home but recently I ran out of decaf and the store hasn't had any so last week was just full blown caffeine

My decaf finally came in so tomorrow it's back to the half caffs haha

@gingermama29 I'm glad you've joined us over here (well, not glad that you have to be over here but you know what I mean!) I'm happy you're working with your OB on your long cycles and I really hope the BP helps get things back in balance for you.

@inthewoods23 I'm loving my skincare routine during quarantine too!

@misshelen86 those baking creations sound amazing!!! That is frustrating about the SA not being able to be done yet, ugh I hope it can happen soon for you guys.

@shoogapoff That's so exciting about the new position/job!! I hope it's exactly what you want and need it to be!

@ramzlau I'm glad you're able to find some positive in the natural cycles you've been doing and that your body is feeling back to normal again! It's important for that to happen, I think!

@bluetickgal Friend, rid yourself of those negative thoughts!!! It's too early to know anything so you should just treat yourself like it worked!

@emeraldduchess ugh the BBT thing is really frustrating, I am sure. This is one of the biggest reasons I don't bother with temping, I'm just not convinced it's worth the extra frustration when TTC is frustrating enough to begin with.

misshelen86 · May 2020

@shoogapoff Glad you are excited for your new position. Any transition is always a bit stressful but hoping this goes smoothly for you!

@ramzlau That’s interesting about COVID-19 being potentially transmitted in semen. I don’t think that’s the reason we can’t get the SA yet though since we won’t be actually doing anything with the sperm.. it’s just to check on the count. Sorry that you’re feeling emotionally done with all this. Know that you aren’t alone in how you are feeling

Glad to hear that your RE office is starting up again!

@bluetickgal Glad you’ve enjoyed the extra time with YH. Sorry you aren’t feeling very hopeful for this cycle.. sending you positive vibes and hugs!

@emeraldduchess Sorry about all the anxiety and the frustrating cycle. Hugs to you, friend! Glad you have an outlet in your crocheting and the snowflakes sound awesome!

@kpearse99 Glad you are feeling optimistic and have a plan in place that you are happy with. It’s great to hear that this pandemic has strengthened you even more. You are amazing!

shoogapoff · May 2020

@misshelen86 I'm so sorry you're still in the waiting game. I feel like the pandemic has just added insult to injury with infertility. Like, we already had this sense of no control over our bodies and then this just put another layer of that on top! Hopefully YH can get in for his testing soon. You're right to feel like that should be something they could get back to.
@kpearse99 I'm glad you're feeling optimistic.

And I agree that the slower pace of life has been nice. My hour long commute each way to work was just such a beat-down, and while that went away with my transition to my new job, it was nice for traffic to be much less for my last few weeks at my old job.
@bluetickgal I'm sorry you're not feeling good about your IUI. But I am so glad that you were able to have it done, and I am hopeful for you! I think you're in that phase of the TWW where I also get pretty pessimistic. So it's normal. But I am crossing everything that this is it for you!
@ramzlau Yay! So glad you're getting started with your RE. Keep us updated!

shoogapoff · May 2020

@inthewoods23 @misshelen86 @mvt2003 OMG, I think we need to have a skincare side-bar, because I need all the recommendations I can get! I used to poke around a lot on the skincareaddict subreddit, but it's mostly people dealing with acne, and I am wanting help with anti-aging etc. I have a few things from The Ordinary. I wanted to try the peel, so I might just bite the bullet and order it. I just get a little overwhelmed with all of the options! Gotta love their pricing, though!

gingermama29 · May 2020

@emeraldduchess sorry your BBT is causing frustration and anxiety. I'm glad you and YH are getting so much time together through this though!

@kpearse99 thank you friend 💕. Your TTC plan sounds good! I'm glad you're feeling optimistic about things.

inthewoods23 · May 2020

@ramzlau yay I'm so happy to see more people beginning to start treatment again!

@emeraldduchess sorry your BBT has been dumb. Hopefully you just missed a positive OPK because of the time you took the tests. I expect to see lots of cool stuff from you in the crafting thread with those new crochet stitches! I really need to pick that back up and learn it. My grandma had gifted me some yarn and a beginners kit with a book and a partially started scarf to get me going... and then one day I decided I wanted to start fresh and unraveled the whole thing

@kpearse99 I wish my life had a slower pace! Work is making that hard. I definitely feel I have more time for things now though and it's so nice. Sounds like you and I are thinking the same with giving ourselves the summer to try on our own. The pandemic sucks, but I do appreciate the break it has given us, especially in financial terms. I'm actually not better about my routine (I barely "take it off" at night still, whoops), but I am using products better suited to my skin! I just want to go out without feeling I need foundation on!

@shoogapoff I'm in The Skincare Connection FB group and that's what got me started on using chemical exfoliants and CeraVe products. I took the plunge on buying some of The Ordinary products after I got hooked on watching Skincare by Hyram on YouTube. I don't know what lead me to his channel, but I really like it! I was definitely overwhelmed at their options too. So many items with some seeming like they do the same things so of course which is best for me?! Maybe tomorrow we can set up a GTKY of our favorite skincare products and even give some product recs!

bluetickgal · May 2020

@inthewoods23 yeah, we could never do lunch either...we both work in opposite directions from our house, so about 40 minutes away from each other. Haha, hey if the nap makes him more productive...how can you argue with that?! 😂
@gingermama29 thanks friend! I’m already feeling a bit better about things today, at least not as doom & gloom!

@ramzlau thanks friend! Yay, so happy you get to start treatment back too...that is so exciting!! Hopefully you can get tested and get your consult scheduled quickly!

@emeraldduchess so sorry your temps are being confusing this cycle!! Hopefully O happened based on your other signs though! That is so great you and YH can be a teacher support system for each other! Also, yay for new crochet stitches!

@kpearse99 yay for being optimistic, I’m trying to get there too! I think your plan sounds great! That’s awesome quarantine has strengthened your positive attitude and helped you to have more patience! You rock!!

@misshelen86 thanks, friend...I appreciate you all so very much!

@shoogapoff thanks so much, friend! I think I normally get a little pessimistic around this time every cycle too...but I am thankful I was at least able to do the IUI! Just have to hope for the best, and give it another go if it wasn’t a success!

inthewoods23 · May 2020

@bluetickgal we also have this ritual that after a meal he puts his head in my lap/on my leg as we continue to watch the TV. Currently we have most of our meals at the coffee table on the floor so it's easy for him to do. So he does the lap thing then curls up under a blanket with a pillow on the floor.

keikilove · May 2020

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Diagnosis (if you've been): RPL, Elevated NK cells & activity, blood-clotting disorders, AMA

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Trying naturally. Eliminating some meds to see how it affects my bloodwork.

How are things going?: Uuuggghhh... Eeeeeewwww... all the sounds that describe pure blah-ness. Have been having so many thoughts of doubt recently that this will ever work. The extended time away from doing active treatment has really taken a toll on my eternally optimistic outlook. Time feels like precious water just dripping through my fingers... My clinic confirmed that they are doing U/Ss for new patients only starting at the end of this month (WTF?!), and won't begin IUIs until the end of June, so I may as well wait till then to go straight to the egg retrieval--which may or may not get scheduled for end of June. I have another birthday in a few days so I am seriously stressing about these delays. Plus I'm part of a group online where all these women are traveling for cheap treatment in NY; it feels so unfair that some are going right ahead with no delays while my state is severely limiting/delaying treatment options.

Any questions?: Has anyone heard how they're going to screen for COVID in sperm? My clinic mentioned that will need to happen, but didn't say how.

GTKY: What's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? I've lost weight, which was a major goal before becoming PG. Maybe that will be my key to success.🙄

keikilove · May 2020

@mvt2003 Love your approach to “that’s a next week problem”. Hey, all things in moderation! Baby steps!😄

@gingermama29 FX the BC gets the job done!! Your hesitancy is totally understandable. If I were in your shoes I’d approach it as, I will try BC for these 3 months, then try naturally for 3 months after that, but if not successful then skip the plan for BC for the next 3 months & go straight to medicated cycles. Just my opinion that you did not ask for.😉

@inthewoods23 Woohoo for a blazing OPK! (Your update in the dailies.) That BBT article you mentioned sounds like the lady is just practicing a basic FAM method? If only that were our problem...Yay for not needing makeup! #wokeuplikethis😊

@misshelen86 Sorry for the delay on YH’s SA—beyond annoying!!! And Ooooh, please share the GF cookie recipe! (Should I check the baking/craft thread?)

@shoogapoff Congrats on the new gig!! You made it happen. Hope it all starts to settle down soon. We are here whenever you have time to check in, no stress.

@ramzlau Sorry for the bfn, & that it’s been a rough few weeks. Good for you for getting back into running. Hopefully your back heals quickly so the exercise can help you shake off some of the tension of recent times. Hooray for treatments starting back up for you!

@bluetickgal Try to think positively about implantation. Hopefully the nice weather will boost your spirits.

@emeraldduchess Sorry for the unclear bbt readings. That is frustrating. But yay for new crochet stitches to keep you occupied/ease anxiety with its soothing effect.

@kpearse99 Glad to hear you’re feeling optimistic about trying again, & just finding the positives in general during this crazy pandemic.

*Edited to add spacing.

inthewoods23 · May 2020

@keikilove I had heard about them finding covid DNA in sperm samples for some males, but not that clinics would want to screen for that. Then again, I'm not working with my RE at the moment. What happens if they find covid?? Tell you sorry, tough luck no treatment this cycle??

ETA: forgot I was going to add another comment... I realized if I ovulate in the next day or 2.... AF is going to be due right around my failed FETs due date and I'm not sure if I should be hopeful or sad about that. I would be pretty sweet to test and get a positive on such a significant date. For now though, I need to focus on HIO!

keikilove · May 2020

@inthewoods23 Good question! I didn't even think that far ahead to wonder what would happen next, lol. Probably we'd all get sent into a stricter quarantine.

mvt2003 · May 2020

@keikilove @inthewoods23 Oh JEEZ now I've realized my RE will probably have me tested for covid before my FET. Something to look forward to, I guess?

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inthewoods23 · May 2020

@keikilove I'm always getting ahead of myself. I like to be prepared! I wonder if they will test at the start of the cycle so they know if they should cancel the treatment or not and right before the procedure to make sure they're not using infected sperm. If they did I wonder what would happen.

@mvt2003 haha your gif. Somehow I've been reminded of your description of the time they tested you for the flu some months ago. I think the covid test is the same where they shove a swab up to your brain

enjoy!

mvt2003 · May 2020

@inthewoods23 yeppppp

I'm only slightly comforted by the fact that my most recent flu test was much better than my first flu test, and I attribute it to my medical pain tolerance level being increased thanks to IF

kpearse99 · May 2020

@inthewoods23 I agree 100% on really appreciating the "break" that this pandemic has caused us to have. It really is a blessing in disguise, and one I think we all really needed.

@bluetickgal Thanks, friend!!

@keikilove I am so sorry

I hate that your eternal optimism is being challenged these days. But, I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason.... even though we may not know or understand that reason at this time. I know that doesn't help much, but try and focus on that thought instead of focusing on the thought of the delays. You WILL be able to start treatment back up. Also, AMAZING job on losing weight!!! I am very proud of you, friend!!!

shoogapoff · May 2020

@keikilove It's so hard to watch time pass by during all of this. Time is such a precious commodity in the IF world. I definitely feel it too. But I am hoping that, just like @kpearse99 said, this is just leading up to the right timing for you to get your BFP! That's awesome about the weight loss. Not an easy thing to do under any circumstances.

pom9207 · May 2020

Diagnosis (if you've been): unexplained

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WFFET

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

How are things going?: my last urine analysis comes back positive. E. coli it is... so I had been taking the wrong antibiotics ugh!

And just had my second scan this morning. Lining is looking great per my RE, so we are still on schedule for an late May transfer.

Any questions?: natm

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? I get to nap whenever I want!

@mvt2003 abs workout! I heard it will help blood circulation for the reproduction system. Great thing!

@gingermama29 hi! Sorry to see you here, but this is indeed an awesome supportive group. I hope BC helps regulating your cycle and the time on BC passes quickly!

@inthewoods23 I am the opposite! After quarantine I became super lazy and some days I skipped morning routine at all...

@misshelen86 ugh it’s so annoying that YH can’t do SA. But glad things are back on track gradually & hope he can get in soon!

@shoogapoff congratulations on the new job!!

@ramzlau I known! I enjoyed my time when I was off hormone drugs. Both a physical break and a mental break. Glad your clinic is open up again!

@bluetickgal I will keep my fingers crossed for you! I stayed off social media too.

@emeraldduchess sorry for the wonky temperature... it’s so frustrating!

@kpearse99 glad you are feeling optimistic about trying again. Hope it works out for you trying out naturally this summer and you won’t need to go to the RE’s!

@keikilove sorry for the delay to start treatment! It doesn’t make sense to me if the clinic is doing US for new patients while can’t do existing patients’ treatment... I hope time goes by fast and you will be able to do a June egg retrieval!

bluetickgal · May 2020

@keikilove thanks, friend! I’m so sorry you feel blah about all this and that your upcoming birthday isn’t helping! Sending hugs & positive vibes your way! 💜 I hope you have a good Birthday and don’t let the thought of time passing get to you too much!! I definitely feel like your time is coming!! That doesn’t seem right that your clinic is starting to see new patients before the established ones! I’m crossing everything that you will be able to have your ER in June though!! My clinic didn’t test MH’s sperm for Covid for the IUI last week, so I’m guessing that’s not something they are doing at all. Although it seems like my clinic is very minimalistic with their treatments, which has me wondering a bit...

@pom9207 thanks lady! I’m glad they figured out what the infection was so you can get the correct meds now! Yay for a good lining and transfer set for the end of the month! Fingers crossed so hard for you!

manillabar · May 2020

@mvt2003 i'm so glad you have your FET scheduled! What a great thing to be looking forward to, and prepping yourself for!

@gingermama29 sorry you find yourself here, but welcome. I can only imagine how tough it must be to feel like you're taking a step backward and pausing instead of moving forward. I hope these three months speed by for you!!

@inthewoods23 I am inspired by your and others' posts on skincare... I really should do more with my skin and hair. I feel like I'm just as lazy as ever and it's not a good look lol

@misshelen86 so glad you're getting ready to start actively trying again! Hopefully your RE's office will start doing SAs soon. Right now mine is having people only drop off samples (instead of producing them there), maybe they will start doing that soon

@shoogapoff congrats on the new position!

@ramzlau hooray for your RE opening up again!

@emeraldduchess sorry your temps aren't lining up the way they should. I have such a love-hate relationship with temping, lol. I like having the information but I always get so anxious whenever my temps seem off.

@kpearse99 I admire you for gaining more patience during this time! I've definitely been going in the opposite direction.

@bluetickgal just let the rest of us be optimistic for you! I'm keeping my fingers crossed

@keikilove happy almost birthday! I am also impressed by you being able to lose weight! I've been stress eating like nobody's business lol. My RE's office didn't say anything about checking sperm for COVID, though it seems like things change very quickly these days so maybe it'll come up before my IUI.

@pom9207 ugh I hate that you still have the UTI but it's good that they now know which specific antibiotic to use! Hope you feel better quickly and I'm glad things are still looking good for your transfer

manillabar · May 2020

Diagnosis (if you've been): low morph, high(ish) TSH

Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO

What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): synthroid, follistim+ovidrel+iui

How are things going?: Ok so far, my follistim dose had to be increased but as of yesterday I had two follicles growing well and I go again for another scan tomorrow.

Any questions?:

GTKY: what's a positive thing that has happened to you during the quarantine/pandemic? Like @gingermama29, our family has been more intentional about doing zoom chats which has been so nice. I'm the youngest of 5 and it's usually so hard to get us all together, but now we're talking more often than we have before.

ramzlau · May 2020

@manillabar hey, I am in the middle of 6! We haven’t done a lot of video chatting but we have a discord group so we have been gaming and chatting more. I love having so many siblings!

@keikilove I missed it somewhere, you’re back and not banned! Way to go on weight loss. Definitely seems messed up that your clinic is seeing new patients first, maybe just consults and getting stuff lined up? And I have wondered the same thing about semen testing.

@pom9207 That is crazy that you have been on the wrong antibiotics this whole time. Hope you feel better soon! And yay for good lining check!

@mvt2003 Ugh that is sadly true about IF increasing your pain tolerance. I don’t even blink an eye any more at blood draws! I am not looking forward to the swab of my brain for covid though.

@inthewoods23 Get it girl! 😀

AFM: RE consult today went well! We are starting new treatment tomorrow. We will do 3 more IUIs then move onto IVF in Jan if not pregnant by then (my insurance covers it starting in Jan). Some stats she gave me made me hopeful one of these IUIs might work. At my age (AMA) just a little over 1/3 cycles will have a viable egg. An IUI has about an 11% chance of working given our factors (age, sperm quality, history, Etc). So hopefully it’s just a matter of timing the good egg with the right conditions. And given that we have only done 3 cycles, probably only 1 of those eggs was viable and so if timing or anything was off that cycle, it was a failure.

The office is testing for Covid, but they haven’t said at what point it will be done. So for now jumping back on the treatment wagon!

bluetickgal · May 2020

@manillabar thanks lady, I really do appreciate everyone’s optimism! ☺️ Yay, hope those follies keep growing and you get a good update tomorrow!
@ramzlau glad your consult went well today and you feel good about the plan and your chances! Fingers crossed one of those IUI’s lines up perfectly with a great egg!!

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