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[Weezy9]

It was nice to work out how to do the BBT chart...yay!
It's quite good, i like the fact I can check it on my phone

Pussycat...sorry to hear bout the insurance...insurance is such as scam...like Terri said, you pay and never get anything back in return when you really need it. Actually, I might check mine out too, but not holding any hope.

Kay, sorry to hear of your weird cycle. Are you taking anything different or still recovering do you think? hugs to you

 

[kaysbc]

thanks weezy. The major thing I'm taking is a set of chinese medicine herbs from my acupuncturist. She gave me some new formula after my previous cycle because of the super short LP. I also take a list of vitamin/mineral supplements but these are not new I've been taking them for at least a year, including B6 which is supposed to help with short LP. In fact I started taking B because I had several cycles with a short luteal phase over a year ago (9-10 day ranges) , and since starting B my LP has been normal, until now. And now its really really short. I re-looked at my calendar and it was only 6 days (not 7) this time. Last cycle it was 8 days. Its never been this crazy short before.

 

[Weezy9]

Kay
That's strange. I shouldn't think the chinese meds would take any effect so quickly. I think they emphasis on balancing general health rather than specifics, so may take a while before you see a difference. It's worth asking your acupuncturist tho. Have you tried progesterone cream? Fingers cross your next cycle goes back to normal.

 

[dojenstein]

Hi ladies. I only posted here a few times. I'm almost 41 and TTC. I had an MC last December and haven't had a BFP since. But this month I we BD'd at the right time and I feel like I have some early symptoms (but the mind can play tricks, right). But I'm sort of going crazy. I'm only 8 DPO but I broke down and tested today. I'm so bloated I look PG.

So all that whining aside. If this cycle doesn't work out me and the Fiance are going to go to a doctor. What are the first things they do? I had some blood tests, but I'm wondering how invasive the doctors might get and how soon? Any information is much appreciated.

 

[Pussycat1]

Hi Dojestein
Welcome back! I hope this cycle works for you and sorry to hear about your MC. If you do go to your dr I think it will very much depend on what country you are in and whether you go to your GP or a specialist. In the UK if you go to your GP what they can offer is very limited: basic fertility blood tests (your FSH and Oestrogen levels, (I think usually days 1-3 and day 21 of your cycle) and his sperm count), if there are any other obvious issues (thyroid etc) they may test for that, it's definitely worth going but over the age of 39 there's very limited things they'll do 😔 that said it's definitely still worth going as they can offer advice or refer you to a private clinic. xx

 

[Pussycat1]

Sorry, I should add that is just my experience of what happened when I went to my GP age 40, it may be different in other areas of the country.
AFM just paid my deposit for another (and final) attempt at DE this time in Czech Republic in Feb 2015! Feel happy to have a plan. xx

 

[terripeachy]

Pussycat-Woohoo!! I hope this is your turn!

Dojenstein-It all depends on what you want to do. If you go to a fertility specialist, they'll have you do an HSG, sperm analysis, some bloodwork and see what's going on. Then they'll talk to you about your age, your insurance and what you want to do. You can move quickly to IVF or try IUI or go to Donor eggs/sperm. It all depends on your specific situation. Let us know how it goes.

 

[Weezy9]

Hello Ladies
How is everyone?

Kay, did you get to the bottom of your funny cycle?

Dojenstein, did this cycle work for you? have you had anymore tests?

Terri, what do you think of my chart?

Pussycat, are you all prepared and gearing up for your trip to Czech Republic?

 

[Pussycat1]

Hi Weezy, I was just thinking it had all gone quiet on here! I hope everyone's doing ok?
Getting organised for next cycle, deposit paid, all form completed and booked in for 9th Feb egg collection! I'm just waiting to hear from the clinic what protocol they want me to follow, I've given them what my UK clinic suggested so it will be interesting to see if they come up with the same. I had an appointment with my GP yesterday and explained it all and he's been supportive, he's given me a free of charge prescription for BCP which I have to start tomorrow (AF appeared today, bit weirdly early but nothing's normal these days!). He also said he'd do the HCG blood test for me (they normally only confirm whether your pregnant or not). I've found a private midwife who will do my monitoring scan and a clinic that will do the intralipid infusion if needed for a fraction of the cost that my clinic wanted to charge so very pleased that they won't be seeing any more of my money! It feels good to have a plan in place but I am trying not to get my hopes too high, but my luck has to change sometime surely?
What's happening with you Weezy? x

 

[terripeachy]

Your chart looks good to me! We'll hope it continues on above that cover line.

I start my frozen cycle tomorrow. We're hoping for two normal embies ready to implant! I have to take estrogen shots every third day and Progesterone in oil shots every day starting maybe a week from tomorrow. I also have my second endo scratch tomorrow along with b/w and ultrasound. Tomorrow is a busy day but I'm so ready.

Pussycat-if we can't be excited, who can? I'm ready to start anew and get a BFP in a few weeks. Glad your office is helping you out with some of the costs. How long will you be on Meds and when are you supposed to fly to CR? How long will you stay?

 

[Pussycat1]

Hi Terri, how exciting for you! Good luck tomorrow, have you done the Progesterone in oil before? I suspect I may be on that. Not got exact dates yet but probably fly out 7th Feb and back 15th. Just waiting to hear on the protocol so not sure of the meds yet. x

 

[kaysbc]

Pussycat how wonderful! What a plan, sounds like you are all ready. I'm crossing my fingers for you girl! this is your time!

Same to you terri, good luck with this cycle.

Weezy your chart looks really good. Hang in there

My acupuncturist has been trying some new stuff, and I'm taking some different herbs on a different schedule than usual. She's trying to trick my body into O-ing sooner than I normally do (trying to move it from CD 18-ish to hopefully 15-16). She thinks that will help provide a better egg and also help my luteal phase be longer. Crossing my fingers for now. I've just started my 2ww. I think I O'd yesterday even though FF hasn't given me my cross hairs yet.

Hope everyone else is doing well.

 

[Weezy9]

Pussycat, Terri, excellant news...sounds like you ladies have it all mapped out. I've got everything crossed for you.

Kay, seems like your acupuncturist knows what she is doing, lets hope she works her magic!

I've just had my AMH tested few days ago and won't be getting my results for another couple of weeks. I've been busying myself in attending opening evenings for fertility clinics. I have a preferred one in my mine, but I will go to the opening evening on thursday and then make a decision. I'm hoping if this cycle doesn't give me good news, I'll start doing a IVF in the new year! All very new and scary....not knowing what to expect...the daily injections freak me out (I'm not one thats good with needles).
I was intending to do a mild cycle at a clinic that specialise in that (not sure if I can mention clinic name). The idea behind it is good, but when I went to see them at the fertility show, I wasn't impress with their attitude....they didn't make me feel comfortable....so I may just leave that idea to one side for now

Well, Fingers cross for everyone. Lets hope 2015, brings us all BFPs

 

[kaysbc]

good luck finding the right clinic weezy. you're doing a good job checking them all out. you'll pick a good one I'm sure. Hopefully you won't need it though. Your chart looks great.

 

[Weezy9]

Thanks Kay
Temp has gone down a notch again, so I'm not putting too much hope on it again.
We went to another open day again last night, and I think my mind is made up on where to go. If nature doesn't take it's cause from now to xmas, I'm going to go for it.
Does anyone feel acupuncture help prior to IVF treatment? and if so, how long prior to IVF should acupuncture start?

 

[Vonn]

Weezy--your temps haven't dropped off too far yet. Don't give up! I see u marked cramps. Are they a reg symptom of AF for you?

Pussycat & Terri--I'm sure it feels great to have a plan in place. Good luck with all the shots and meds!

Dojen--what are you up to now? Had any tests or a BFP?

AFM, I've started spotting & should get AF any day, prob tomorrow. Then I'll go in for day 3 tests and get an HSG scheduled. Is it weird to be excited for these things?!?

 

[terripeachy]

Pussycat- no, I've never taken PIO before but I'll let you know how it goes after 12/02. My first regular IM shot was Del Estrogen last week. I did it myself and it was a little scary, but it's hard to twist and maneuver and see. My age showed. Ha ha. My husband will be doing tonight's shot so he can experience it. He'll be scared but it's easier for him to see my behind. Ha ha.

Weezy-your chart is still looking great. You got it in your signature just in time for all of us to good luck!!

Kay-glad your acupuncturist is working with you. I hope she gets it right this time. I've never done it and don't really want to, but I know it helps a lot of people.

 

[Weezy9]

Vonn, It's not AF cramps. I just had really sharp pain down right side yesterday (and some on the left too). Don't want to put my hopes up too high for now just yet.
oohhh Terri, you were self injecting? very brave...that's one thing I'm not sure I can do. I mentally scream my head off even when someone else is doing it, let alone self inflicting pain. I would have to have DH to do it.
Wow, seems like we're all busy and working towards a 2015 BFP...babydust to all of us for 2015

 

[kaysbc]

14dpo today, tested on a FRER, BFN. No sign of AF.
On one hand, I'm super glad I'm having a nice, long luteal phase after my super crappy short ones last 2 cycles. On the other hand, this is totally weird. I've never had a LP this long before. My "normal" is 12 days. Not sure what to think. I guess I'll just wait it out and either get AF or hopefully a BFP, but wouldn't the FRER show something by now?

 

[kaysbc]

Bah! This morning my temp dropped below the coverline. And AF showed up this afternoon.

Bleck on the BFN!
Yay for the nice long normal cycle!