anyone over 35 going for fertility treatments this year? IUI, IVF etc

[Indigo77]

DH loves them He'd have a porkchop in a heartbeat....I would too if the dog would pee on him and just generally torture him

 

[crystal443]

OOOOHHHHHH I will hope then those temps are looking promising though, so its gotta be a good sign I really should be temping but I'd rather stay on my "break" a bit longer,lol.

I can't wait to see what Sarah's schedule looks like I've already decided to write down LL's and if Sarah's looks more involved then mine I'll be taking that with me too. I'm on a mission this time to at least get a cycle where I feel like we've got a chance.

 

[dachsundmom]

Crystal, having done both...which was easier for you...the flare or antagonist cycle? Any talk of doing a down reg?

 

[crystal443]

The antagonist although involved more needles was easier, the Flare had the nasal spray and I got headaches bordering migraines. With antagonist though you're supposed to have blood drawn daily which I didn't. I didn't get any SE from the stims and felt great while on them...the TWW was torture though and I got PMS really bad.

I'm going to ask about the down reg cycle, short protocols are supposed to be better for ladies 35+ ...however that's not always the case and the FS had mentioned trying a longer protocol but I think I'll wait and talk to someone else. The funny thing is I had a better response with Clomid then with the stims and my baseline scan showed more follies then when I was stimming. I am hoping the FS was right when she said the first cycle with Synarel over supressed me and my ovaries were slowly coming back. I'll be glad to go to the new FS in Dec and see what he has to say, he's supposed to specialize in difficult IVF so I guess we'll see,lol

 

[Milty]

Dmom your temps do look good and we are both 4DPO!

Ok Ive just decided my new mission is to get over my thing with medical issues and taking pills ect. It is only hurting me and it does not help at all.

I just realized when reading Crystal and Dmom's post I'm even tunning out what I'm reading on here because it's technical and medical.

You would think I have had some nightmare type thing happen to before to make me like this but no. I've been very healthy my whole life and have only been in a hospital to have my son. So I have no idea why I'm like this


sorry just my rant after I realized what I was doing when reading Crystals post...

 

[Indigo77]

Milty!

 

[dachsundmom]

Milty, the only time I have ever set foot in a hospital was to have DD 14 years ago...I mean for myself, I have been there for family.

I am terrified of all things medical and I even have to go to a 'special' dentist bc I need to be gassed to have my teeth cleaned.

Have you ever heard the expression, 'the more you run over the cat, the flatter it gets?' Not a pretty picture, and I apologize to all cat lovers, but it speaks for itself.

Just make one appointment to see someone, you never have to go back and you don't have to take any of his/her suggestions, but keep an open mind and use whatever parts of it fit your comfort level and lifestyle.

 

[LLbean]

ok since I know you want to see what I did last time...and will be doing again here it is... Also, the blank ones is because it is depending on how many follicles show on the Ultrasounds and stuff...also on Estradiol levels

 

[sarahincanada]

Sarah, will you get your whole protocol on CD3?

I will have my bloods taken and then an ultrasound, if everything ok I will probably meet with a nurse and go over everything then pay. I already know I will be on 300 Gonal F taken in the morning, and then that medication (beginning with G) that supresses ovulation in the evening. I dont know if I will be given antibiotics steroids, nasal sprays etc....no-one has mentioned any of that so perhaps they dont do that at my clinic?? It sounded far more simple than some other peoples protocol! I dont know why I didnt need to go on BC pills before, my FS was adamant I didnt need to and that I could have even done an IUI this month then go straight to IVF

 

[readyformore]

Sarah, will you get your whole protocol on CD3?

I will have my bloods taken and then an ultrasound, if everything ok I will probably meet with a nurse and go over everything then pay. I already know I will be on 300 Gonal F taken in the morning, and then that medication (beginning with G) that supresses ovulation in the evening. I dont know if I will be given antibiotics steroids, nasal sprays etc....no-one has mentioned any of that so perhaps they dont do that at my clinic?? It sounded far more simple than some other peoples protocol! I dont know why I didnt need to go on BC pills before, my FS was adamant I didnt need to and that I could have even done an IUI this month then go straight to IVF

Hey, go with it. If there is one thing I desire in a doc, it's confidence.

 

[sarahincanada]

milty I also hate medical stuff and really hate anything 'down there' like paps etc, I feel so squeemish and have zero pain tolerance. so its been a big deal to go for bloods tests, sono, IUI etc. But I figure I better get used to it if I want to be pregnant! The injectables are scary to think about but honestly dont hurt at all. Im nervous about the egg collection although a lot of people say they feel nothing, its just I read an awful blog from someone who felt everything and I cant forget it!! Im sure you can find the strength, us women are pretty amazing

 

[readyformore]

milty I also hate medical stuff and really hate anything 'down there' like paps etc, I feel so squeemish and have zero pain tolerance. so its been a big deal to go for bloods tests, sono, IUI etc. But I figure I better get used to it if I want to be pregnant! The injectables are scary to think about but honestly dont hurt at all. Im nervous about the egg collection although a lot of people say they feel nothing, its just I read an awful blog from someone who felt everything and I cant forget it!! Im sure you can find the strength, us women are pretty amazing

Oh Sarah, pregnancy is MUCH easier than fertility treatments!

Ok, wait. I don't want that one to come back to bite me in the ass. I'll include the word 'usually'. 'Usually' pregnancy is easier than fertility treatments!

 

[sarahincanada]

milty I also hate medical stuff and really hate anything 'down there' like paps etc, I feel so squeemish and have zero pain tolerance. so its been a big deal to go for bloods tests, sono, IUI etc. But I figure I better get used to it if I want to be pregnant! The injectables are scary to think about but honestly dont hurt at all. Im nervous about the egg collection although a lot of people say they feel nothing, its just I read an awful blog from someone who felt everything and I cant forget it!! Im sure you can find the strength, us women are pretty amazing

Oh Sarah, pregnancy is MUCH easier than fertility treatments!

Ok, wait. I don't want that one to come back to bite me in the ass. I'll include the word 'usually'. 'Usually' pregnancy is easier than fertility treatments!

really? I always assumed there would be lots of blood tests and prodding, then horrible things like epidural and giving birth!!!!

 

[Milty]

I kinda agree with Ready

I actually gave birth with no meds at all...I don't like to take pills or have medicine in my body....

Thats part of whats so weird about me I don't get...the pain does not bother me infact most the time I don't remember it...of course I usually don't remember anything except being there...oh and I can put up with a whole lot of pain before I will cave and go to a doctor...

Wait I think I just solved it...I'm a man

 

[crystal443]

ok since I know you want to see what I did last time...and will be doing again here it is... Also, the blank ones is because it is depending on how many follicles show on the Ultrasounds and stuff...also on Estradiol levels

Thanks LL...I'm going to just print this off and take with me..Sarah it sounds like that is your protocol that you have

Milty- The biggest issue with IVF is the fact sadly it becomes one big medical procedure and forces you to quickly learn things that you might not otherwise want to know The first appointment is the worst and from there you'll know whats going to happen so it isn't as bad The injections etc really were the easiest part

 

[googly]

ok since I know you want to see what I did last time...and will be doing again here it is... Also, the blank ones is because it is depending on how many follicles show on the Ultrasounds and stuff...also on Estradiol levels

I love the big capital letters **HUSBAND'S LAST EJACULATE

I need to get a schedule like that to my OH, I'm sure he's getting some sneaky extras in there......

 

[googly]

And -- good luck Sarah!! Exciting!!!!!

 

[GreenFingers]

I really think it depends on the care you get, Crystal was pretty much left to her own devices where as even though it was the Nhs i felt totally supported right the way through. Every appointment made me feel i was one step closer and doing something proactive more than made up for any discomfort. The embarrassment of the internals and the injections are much easier than the 2ww I can tell you!!

It seems like they are recommending the short protocol for all us 35+ ladies! Crystal really interesting that the down reg might have effected your last cycle, why didn't they make you wait a month???? Must make you more positive for the next go x x

So its Crystal and LL in Jan then hopefully, anyone else?

 

[Milty]

Crystal, LL and Sarah I think guys are very brave and I'm super excited for you.

 

[readyformore]

milty I also hate medical stuff and really hate anything 'down there' like paps etc, I feel so squeemish and have zero pain tolerance. so its been a big deal to go for bloods tests, sono, IUI etc. But I figure I better get used to it if I want to be pregnant! The injectables are scary to think about but honestly dont hurt at all. Im nervous about the egg collection although a lot of people say they feel nothing, its just I read an awful blog from someone who felt everything and I cant forget it!! Im sure you can find the strength, us women are pretty amazing

Oh Sarah, pregnancy is MUCH easier than fertility treatments!

Ok, wait. I don't want that one to come back to bite me in the ass. I'll include the word 'usually'. 'Usually' pregnancy is easier than fertility treatments!

really? I always assumed there would be lots of blood tests and prodding, then horrible things like epidural and giving birth!!!!

With an uncomplicated pregnancy, you get a pap and blood work on your first appointment. I had probably 4 additional blood draws during my pregnancy to check my thyroid and platelets. But, those were just me.
No more probing until vag checks at 36 weeks.
So, that's 1 speculum and a few blood pokes over a span of 8 months.

Birth isn't fun, but it's one day.

How many days have you done fertility treatments?

Really, pregnancy and birth are 'usually' better.
Although, I hate to disillusion people. Maybe it's just me? I do NOT do well emotionally with infertility and failed fertility treatments. So, it might just be my perspective.