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Thanks for all the well wishes ladies. We went in an spoke with the Dr., she went through all the results of all the tests during both IUI cycles. I responded very well in both cycles however she thinks the problem is in DH sperm count. When we originally went in he had about 21 million back in Dec, however during all of the IUI's his count was around 10 million. So she is referring him to a urologist that specializes in male infertility, she also ran some hormone tests on him. So basically she said the only way she would do another IUI is if his sperm count rises, otherwise we should just go right to the IVF. When I heard this I wanted to breakout in tears being as though none of this is covered under my insurance. She saw my concern and looked to see if there were any tests going on. There was but she said I wasn't a good candidate being as though I really dont need the strong meds that that study required. So she gave the stats of the IVF and she said its around 60% for us since I produce so many follicles. So the cost of the IVF is $12k approx with the meds. I just went out to the car and cried and cried. Meanwhile my DH showed up to get the hormone testing done and he saw my concern as he was on his way there during the consult so he was on speakerphone. So anyway we get home and after I calm down I ask DH to pull up his insurance info. I had a ickling this might happen so I googled his employer and IVF and low and behold it said his company covers infertility. I wanted to be sure so I asked him to pull up his info although we are on my insurance he was able to see that his company covers 100% of any infertility costs up to 20k after a $90 copay! All I could do was say thank you Jesus. Just the fact of knowing that made me feel a tiny bit better. Although I am hoping it doesnt have to go that far. But the only rough thing is that we would have to wait until Jan when our insurance switches over. But thats a small price to pay I guess. So he is calling the specialist tomorrow and hopefully he can set something up this week or next. I still have 2 refills of the Clomid :) so I am gonna still try this month and next until we figure out what his issues are. Sometimes I wish we would have started trying earlier I have alot of friends pregnant now ranging from 25-35 so I know its gonna happen but planning all these showers sometimes stings a little, especially when they all know we are trying. They don't know to what extent (IUI) etc but they know we have been trying. Anyway I'll get of my soapbox Happy Fourth ladies and I will check in later!
 
This is wonderful and inspiring news!:happydance: Amazing and a blessing. Hoping the best one way or another. Happy Independence day to you too! :flower:

hopefulywa8tn said:
Thanks for all the well wishes ladies. We went in an spoke with the Dr., she went through all the results of all the tests during both IUI cycles. I responded very well in both cycles however she thinks the problem is in DH sperm count. When we originally went in he had about 21 million back in Dec, however during all of the IUI's his count was around 10 million. So she is referring him to a urologist that specializes in male infertility, she also ran some hormone tests on him. So basically she said the only way she would do another IUI is if his sperm count rises, otherwise we should just go right to the IVF. When I heard this I wanted to breakout in tears being as though none of this is covered under my insurance. She saw my concern and looked to see if there were any tests going on. There was but she said I wasn't a good candidate being as though I really dont need the strong meds that that study required. So she gave the stats of the IVF and she said its around 60% for us since I produce so many follicles. So the cost of the IVF is $12k approx with the meds. I just went out to the car and cried and cried. Meanwhile my DH showed up to get the hormone testing done and he saw my concern as he was on his way there during the consult so he was on speakerphone. So anyway we get home and after I calm down I ask DH to pull up his insurance info. I had a ickling this might happen so I googled his employer and IVF and low and behold it said his company covers infertility. I wanted to be sure so I asked him to pull up his info although we are on my insurance he was able to see that his company covers 100% of any infertility costs up to 20k after a $90 copay! All I could do was say thank you Jesus. Just the fact of knowing that made me feel a tiny bit better. Although I am hoping it doesnt have to go that far. But the only rough thing is that we would have to wait until Jan when our insurance switches over. But thats a small price to pay I guess. So he is calling the specialist tomorrow and hopefully he can set something up this week or next. I still have 2 refills of the Clomid :) so I am gonna still try this month and next until we figure out what his issues are. Sometimes I wish we would have started trying earlier I have alot of friends pregnant now ranging from 25-35 so I know its gonna happen but planning all these showers sometimes stings a little, especially when they all know we are trying. They don't know to what extent (IUI) etc but they know we have been trying. Anyway I'll get of my soapbox Happy Fourth ladies and I will check in later!
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hopefulywa8tn said:
Thanks for all the well wishes ladies. We went in an spoke with the Dr., she went through all the results of all the tests during both IUI cycles. I responded very well in both cycles however she thinks the problem is in DH sperm count. When we originally went in he had about 21 million back in Dec, however during all of the IUI's his count was around 10 million. So she is referring him to a urologist that specializes in male infertility, she also ran some hormone tests on him. So basically she said the only way she would do another IUI is if his sperm count rises, otherwise we should just go right to the IVF. When I heard this I wanted to breakout in tears being as though none of this is covered under my insurance. She saw my concern and looked to see if there were any tests going on. There was but she said I wasn't a good candidate being as though I really dont need the strong meds that that study required. So she gave the stats of the IVF and she said its around 60% for us since I produce so many follicles. So the cost of the IVF is $12k approx with the meds. I just went out to the car and cried and cried. Meanwhile my DH showed up to get the hormone testing done and he saw my concern as he was on his way there during the consult so he was on speakerphone. So anyway we get home and after I calm down I ask DH to pull up his insurance info. I had a ickling this might happen so I googled his employer and IVF and low and behold it said his company covers infertility. I wanted to be sure so I asked him to pull up his info although we are on my insurance he was able to see that his company covers 100% of any infertility costs up to 20k after a $90 copay! All I could do was say thank you Jesus. Just the fact of knowing that made me feel a tiny bit better. Although I am hoping it doesnt have to go that far. But the only rough thing is that we would have to wait until Jan when our insurance switches over. But thats a small price to pay I guess. So he is calling the specialist tomorrow and hopefully he can set something up this week or next. I still have 2 refills of the Clomid :) so I am gonna still try this month and next until we figure out what his issues are. Sometimes I wish we would have started trying earlier I have alot of friends pregnant now ranging from 25-35 so I know its gonna happen but planning all these showers sometimes stings a little, especially when they all know we are trying. They don't know to what extent (IUI) etc but they know we have been trying. Anyway I'll get of my soapbox Happy Fourth ladies and I will check in later!
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Praise God for that! It could be a lot worse:winkwink:. How long have you been trying? We tried quite a while 16 months or more to be honest. Also have they given you metformin to try?? I pray everything works out!:hugs:
 
mrskcbrown we have been trying since Jan 2010 , nope no metformin as of yet
 
Hopefuly, So sorry about your hubby’s test results. It is a blessing that your hubby’s insurance covers IVF. You can spend the next months praying and practicing till you can switch insurances. There never is a way to know if it would take a longer or shorter time to get pregnant; it’s always in God’s hands. It looks like you have a great plan though.
 
hopefulyw8tn- I'm sorry that the news you got wasn't great but glad that your dh's insurance will cover IVF if you need to go that route. My insurance doesn't cover IVF at all so if we proceed it is all out of pocket. I am praying for you that you will get your bfp and IVF won't be needed. Yay to your hubby for being active and going to the dr.
 
The Dr called me this am with DH's hormorne results, she said one of them was low so she definitely wants him to see the urologist (spelling). She said IVF may not be necessary if the meds help raise the count. So fingers crossed for that. :) trying to stay positive.
 
hopefulywa8tn said:
The Dr called me this am with DH's hormorne results, she said one of them was low so she definitely wants him to see the urologist (spelling). She said IVF may not be necessary if the meds help raise the count. So fingers crossed for that. :) trying to stay positive.
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Praying it all works out for you.
 
hopefully: Im praying everything works out in your favor!!

AFM, I had a great time in Virginia with hubbys family. He preached on sunday morning and did and awesome job! Everyone was so impressed. He got the video and has been watching it over and over, critiquing himself LOL! The ride was long though and I think Malcolm was getting tired of it! He was cranky! We know next time that with a 4 month old, we will need to fly and rent a bigger car. My back and body was so sore!!

Now Im just preparing myself for the upcoming school year!

Hope everyone is well!
 
:growlmad:ugh!! I am sooo tired of this..i have not gotten back on the ttc bandwagon just yet but i can help but get frustrated when i think of all the money time and stress that goes into..so with all that said..I AM GOING TO FLIP IF A SEE ANOTHER PREGNANT LITTLE GIRL!!!ONE WITH NO RELATIONSHIP NO COMMITMENT NO JOB NO PLANS JUST A BABY!! UGH!!!
**Back to Your scheduled programming**
 
Vrain, i totally understand what you mean, it does seem like that at times for me too but I just keep reminding myself that my time is coming.
 
Vrain, I understand.

Hey ladies, I have updated my journal to let you all know that I am Pregnant.:happydance:
 
Hello Ladies,

I am at the beginning of TTC with Clomid. I dont have many stories yet as I just used the clomid at the end of June, actually, the day after we got married. So I am hoping we conceive soon. Congrats to Ready4oneMore on her BFP !!
 
MrsBrown said:
Hello Ladies,

I am at the beginning of TTC with Clomid. I dont have many stories yet as I just used the clomid at the end of June, actually, the day after we got married. So I am hoping we conceive soon. Congrats to Ready4oneMore on her BFP !!
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Welcome to the group. I am mrsbrown as well. Praying that you conceive quickly!

@vrainoire: Dont give up hope. It will happen for you the right way and in Gods special timing as Future said!

@rdy: congrats! God has blessed you so dont stress about it anymore! Enjoy.

AFM, my cycle is still missing but when I tested last sunday it was BFN. Only thing I can think is that my PCOS is acting up again or either I ovulated late. Im going to take one more test probably tomorrow and then if its a no, i have to start my metformin again....ugh.! How could my cycle come steadily from April and then stop. This sucks but oh well!

Be blessed!
 
ready4onemore said:
Vrain, I understand.

Hey ladies, I have updated my journal to let you all know that I am Pregnant.:happydance:
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Great News Missy! I had a feeling someone would post some good news and I logged on....
:happydance:

May God keep you and your little one!!!
 
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