3 failed IUIs. How do you cope?

[Strawberry13]

Maverick that's so great that you're starting so soon! Gosh it seems like yesterday you were just going for your consult. Good luck these next few weeks and let us know how all the injections and everything else go. How does your hubby feel about it, is he also anxious/nervous?

Stay hopeful how was your first weekend of stims? How are you feeling?

I'm not feeling too hopeful right now. My beta is a week from today, AF due on the 10th. I usually get that "feeling" in my stomach like AF is on its way a little over a week before its due and started feeling like that yesterday so not feeling so great about everything. Just feeling down in general and the progesterone supplements are prob making me more emotional. Not fun 😢

 

[Maverick007]

Strawberry, I pray it's just those pg symptoms that act like AF symptoms. I can't tell you how many people have said to me "I felt just like my period was starting." I'm sorry you are feeling so down though...it's those days that are hardest to get through. Keep us posted on how everything goes if you feel up to it and we are here to listen if you need it.

I am with you on feeling like it has happened really fast. My DH is really excited, he's started making comments about "when we have a kid" instead of "if" we have one, which is exciting to me that he is starting to believe it is possible...and he has started talking about how he really wants it to be a girl, and stuff like that. it's super cute. What we are nervous about is the fact that the only time they recommend putting only 1 embryo back is with a "favorable" Day 5 embryo. All other situations they recommend you put 2 back. That scares me because I don't think I can handle twins. I know the chances are so low but that caught us a little off guard. We thought it would be completely up to us whether to put 1 or 2 back. Just gotta trust the docs to know what they're doing.

 

[StayHopeful]

Strawberry, fx that the symptoms are preggo symptoms and not AF!

Maverick, that's so exciting that you're starting soon!

The first weekend of stims went well for me and I went in today for estrogen bloodwork, which the doctor said looked good. My first ultrasound is Wednesday. I'm nervous about seeing how many follies I have. So far I'm feeling good, I was a little cramp-y today. And I've had some gastrointestinal issues too the past few days, which haven't been fun...

 

[barbikins]

im still testing negative. went for bloods this morning.
its over
One more IUI & then I don't know.

 

[Maverick007]

I'm sorry Barbikins

Sending hugs your way.

 

[StayHopeful]

barbikins!

 

[Sunshine24]

Barb I'm so sorry. No other way to say it but THAT SUCKS.

Maybe your next IUI WILL be the one. I feel like I have heard so many stories where women are so frustrated and about to give up and then the final IUI does the trick.

Everything crossed for you honey.

 

[barbikins]

thank you ladies! i feel nervous. ive got it all riding on this month.
dont know what to do...what not to do

 

[Orchid6]

Sorry to hear Barbikins

 

[Strawberry13]

Barb- so sorry

Stay hopeful - glad everything looks good so far keep us posted on how Wednesday goes. How have the injections been? Do u give them to yourself or does DH give them?

Maverick I hear your point on the 1 vs 2 embryos twins would be very scary! Lol exciting but scary. I'm glad you and DH are getting excited and hopeful.

AF cramps have continued today and getting stronger. Bah. But I'm in better spirits at least, had a good cry last night.

Orchid how are you doing?

 

[Orchid6]

Hi Strawberry.. I'm doing ok, just sent my doctor a very long WTH email. I'm hoping he can squeeze in our ivf for August. A little depressing that this month I'm not cycling.. nothing to look forward to ... plus my sil baby shower is on the weekend...

how are you?

 

[StayHopeful]

I'm sorry orchid, baby showers are hard. Does your sil know what's going on with you?

So far my injections have been good, I'm giving them to myself. DH offered, but honestly I feel more comfortable doing it on my own. He's been right there with me, watching me mix everything and making sure I get the right amount in the syringes. But I know that I'll only poke myself as hard as is necessary and I'm afraid he'll poke me too hard I'll let you know how tomorrow morning goes!

 

[Orchid6]

Yep, she does. I have a really good relationship with her but lately I feel she's been insensitive, she complains a lot abt her pregnancy which really annoys me and has made a few mean comments plus she's kinda of turned into a babyzilla if that makes sense. So im staying clear of her for the next little while.. Anyways I think I'll be hiding out in the corner with a spiked something.. I'm so nervous on the needles part, I might be giving myself the shots as DH might be away. Let us know how it goes. GL tomorrow

 

[PinkPeony]

Hi ladies! :wave:

I've been MIA for a while but I've been checking in on this thread.

Barbikins - so sorry to hear about your failed IUI. I know how that feels... It absolutely sucks. Hope you're doing OK.

Orchid - baby showers are my worst nightmare. I really sympathize with you. last one I went to was at a bar (i know, right?) and I spent almost the whole time by the bar away from the party with my BFF who knows my issues... Had a few extra drinks for sure. It made it bareable but after that I just decided not to put myself thru them anymore. Usually I can make an excuse and if it's someone close I'm just strait with them. It's a bit of a minefield of course.

AFM - Looks like I'm starting IVF next cycle.... Like soon.... Basically I'm day 21 right now so once AF comes I'm supposed to call and then start BC. I'm a bit freaked out about it, but I'm ready to get going on it.

 

[Chris_25]

im still testing negative. went for bloods this morning.
its over
One more IUI & then I don't know.

I'm sorry, stay strong!

 

[Bma11]

Stay hopeful- glad everything is going well! Exciting times

Pink peony- yay! I know the thought of all this is really scary but I promise once you start going its a breeze! Good luck !!!

 

[barbikins]

Hi ladies! :wave:

I've been MIA for a while but I've been checking in on this thread.

Barbikins - so sorry to hear about your failed IUI. I know how that feels... It absolutely sucks. Hope you're doing OK.

Orchid - baby showers are my worst nightmare. I really sympathize with you. last one I went to was at a bar (i know, right?) and I spent almost the whole time by the bar away from the party with my BFF who knows my issues... Had a few extra drinks for sure. It made it bareable but after that I just decided not to put myself thru them anymore. Usually I can make an excuse and if it's someone close I'm just strait with them. It's a bit of a minefield of course.

AFM - Looks like I'm starting IVF next cycle.... Like soon.... Basically I'm day 21 right now so once AF comes I'm supposed to call and then start BC. I'm a bit freaked out about it, but I'm ready to get going on it.

Thank you! I am hanging in there. I'm bummed out though. Feeling pretty blue for days now.

I have this cycle & then we will try on our own in Aug & hopefully back to IUI in September.

 

[StayHopeful]

Hooray for starting, Pink!

My scan this morning showed 3 measurable follicles (above 10mm) and a bunch of littler ones. I have no idea if that's good or not...

 

[Strawberry13]

Hey gals. I've been away for a short vacation this week and am trying to relax as much as i can.

Orchid-I'm sorry you're feeling down. What did your dr say? Are you gonna start ivf soon? I hear you on the baby showers they are no fun at all I absolutely dread them! Hope it went ok though.

Stay how us the stimming going? Do you have a ER date yet?

Pink so exciting that you'll be starting soon! Glad that you'll finally be able to start something new and have a much much better chance!

AFM only AF symptoms right now .. Actually started convincing myself lately that I may have endo, my digestive system never works very well for about a week before my period so I'm wondering if I should talk to the dr about it. On top of my stomach hurting, the prometrium that I'm on is making me so tired and I feel out of it a lot. I kinda wanna just go off it as I'm pretty certain this cycle is a bust but it's only a few more days.

 

[StayHopeful]

Stay how us the stimming going? Do you have a ER date yet?

So far, stimming is going well. I had 6 follies above 10mm this morning and 20+ smaller follicles. My largest follicle is only 12.5mm, so I'm stimming a little while longer. I go in for a scan again on Sunday. The nurse said maybe triggering next week on Monday or Tuesday, but it will depend on what Sunday's scan looks like. I'm definitely starting to feel a little uncomfortable, my ovaries hurt (especially when I pee) and my boobs are getting a little sore too. My RE told me to drink gatorade and protein shakes.