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

[sadie]

Woo hoo Sarah!!! I have a great feeling about this!!

 

[sarahincanada]

A breeze? Really? We're not really worried about the financial part...it's the emotional coaster....I can't even handle soy....lol...

If you are worried, I didn't have any emotional issues, until today, lol, with the TMX.

That's good to know...DH says if I am like this when I am pregnant, he going to drink to cope...

He keeps making cracks about me being soy-motional and soy- monal....

have you noticed a change from the soy?
Ive noticed Ive been a little more 'fiery' on clomid, but nothing too bad. I yelled at hubby a few times then said sorry it was the clomid talking and he forgives me lol

 

[Indigo77]

I assume it's the soy....
Very emotional. more ewcm, long lh surge....and for the first time.....ovulation pain...(i think....)
It's all a bit annoying...

 

[sarahincanada]

fallen ambers how are you doing......hope your follicles are doing well and you are doing IUI this weekend!

sadie are you on clomid again this cycle?

mrsdh how are you doing?

dachsundmom still excited about your chart and hopeful

rona how are you coping in the 2ww? hey I forgot how was your sperm count? you being on 100mg of clomid and 3 follicles is so similar to me.

Im feeling great this morning, I dont know why but that procedure yesterday made me really happy. I think its because it was no problem at all and I really feel like it could make me pregnant one of these months so Im feeling more positive than ever. I love that I get to know about follicles and lining each cycle. It seems everything is lined up for it to work, all tests and follicles, lining, sperm are perfect. I just hope it does work one of these months....I think it just needs time. I will feel differently if I get to December with no bfp though! Yesterday I forgot to mention I took photos of my dad, nanna and hubbys nanna who have all passed away. When the nurse left the room to go and get the sperm I took out dads photo and kissed it, but then my tears welled up and I had to get it together before she came back in!!

With 4 follicles and 29 million sperm you would think I would get pregnant, but when the rates for even IVF are only 30% chance the odds are reallty against us each month. Do you ladies think its implanting difficulties that usually stop us getting pregnant? that would mean the sperm and egg meets but doesnt implant. Surely thats the only reason for IVF failing as they put in embryos that are already growing. Unless the embryo can just stop growing at any moment. Sorry Im waffling!

Clomid/IUI has been a breeze, the worst part is having my blood taken when it hurts. Im quite sensitive to medical things so I hope IUI works for me IVF, sounds much harder on the body. Im off to vegas on sunday so this 2ww shouldnt be too bad.

 

[LiSa2010]

ladies! Thank you for the welcome
we will be doing IUI.

I will be praying and hoping and wishing that I react well to the meds and produce an egg(s). I don't care if it's just one egg at this point cuz all it takes is just ONE GOOD EGG and ONE GOOD SWIMMER . I am keeping everything crossed and hoping that everything looks good and nothing hinders my plan for this up coming month.

 

[sarahincanada]

good luck LiSa2010, hope AF comes on time and you can start your new cycle. Ive responded well to the clomid and the follicle scanning is fun so you will probably enjoy it, as you feel you are doing something. keep in touch

 

[dachsundmom]

Lisa!

 

[sadie]

Welcome, Lisa!

Hi sarah, I took my first clomid pill today, cd5 and I cant wait until I Ovulate!!

OH is starting his vitamins today. They contain some ginseng.... Is that good? Ive read that it is. Im also taking my prenates.
No monitoring here tho. I just hope this is the cycle! Im ready!

 

[dachsundmom]

Sadie- do you temp or will you start so you can at least confirm ovulation?

 

[sadie]

Yes, i have been temping. I find it so fascinating, in a simple way. I also have opk sticks with me here. I tried to find softcups, but italy is way behind on everything, so i guess i will have to do without, tho the pressed is in my night table!

 

[sadie]

Sarah. Im glad you are feeling so great. Im excited for you. Your numbers sound excellent and im keeping my fx for you!!

 

[dachsundmom]

Yes, i have been temping. I find it so fascinating, in a simple way. I also have opk sticks with me here. I tried to find softcups, but italy is way behind on everything, so i guess i will have to do without, tho the pressed is in my night table!

Have you used preseed before? Do not use the recommended amount,lol. There's lube and then there's lube, if you get what I am saying, lol. My DH couldn't feel a thing!

 

[sadie]

I used it once, a small amount and yes, i know what u mean!! . Im still investigating obtaining some soft cups. I assume their role is to keep it all in??? as it is, i planning on standing on my head allll day long!

Thanks for the tips!

 

[dachsundmom]

I used it once, a small amount and yes, i know what u mean!! . Im still investigating obtaining some soft cups. I assume their role is to keep it all in??? as it is, i planning on standing on my head allll day long!

Thanks for the tips!

Have you looked in the tampon aisle for Instead cups or headed to ebay?

 

[LiSa2010]

thank you ladies, you have made me feel so welcomed and have learned so much already just by reading all of your posts

Hi Sarah,
I will give you my update on the info below as soon as I know what my plan of action is
• lisa2010 (TTCing #2)
AF due: once I stop BCPs

 

[sadie]

I used it once, a small amount and yes, i know what u mean!! . Im still investigating obtaining some soft cups. I assume their role is to keep it all in??? as it is, i planning on standing on my head allll day long!

Thanks for the tips!

Have you looked in the tampon aisle for Instead cups or headed to ebay?

Italy is so backwards when it comes to those things. They have the worst selection of pads/tampons as itis. I will check ebay now! Thanks!

 

[Fallen Ambers]

Hello Ladies~

In about 15 mins, I will be injecting my trigger shots!! 11:15 PM EST! I'm so excited! I'm using 2 syringes of Ovidrel. The IUI is scheduled for this Saturday at 11:15 AM
I have 9 mature follies and my estrogen level today was 2034, which is good. The doctor was very pleased with the results, so that made me even more excited!

This is it! The final sprint to cross the finish cycle! It's been quite the ride for the past 2 weeks! Phew!

Sarah~ I'm so happy to read that all went well for you! I will say a prayer for you tonight. I was really touched when I read about you taking pictures of your Dad and Nana with you for the IUI. That is so sweet! What a wonderful gesture! Thank you for sharing, because it makes me want to take a picture of my twin boys with us on Saturday.
On a different note, hubby and I just came back from Vegas where we had a SPLENDID time! We were there from July 7th thru July 12th. We went to Vegas to renew our vows in honor of our 10th year anniversary.
We stayed at the Venetian~their suites are gorgeous!!
There's so much to do in Vegas- it was non-stop entertainment and fun. We also managed to squeeze in some relaxation by going to the pool.
We saw "The Blue Man group" and "Phantom of the Opera". I so wanted to see Celine, but sadly, she was not performing during that week. I was so bummed out!!

For buffets, make sure to hit the Bellagio and also the one in Paris, I believe it's called "Le Village". The Mirage also has a very good one!
I also managed to "treat" myself to a few things from Louis Vuitton I went to the one located at the Caesars (The Forum Shops) and was very impressed by their customer service.

You will have a ton of fun!! Enjoy

dachsundmom~ Testing, Testing, 1 2 3 So exciting! I will be saying a prayer for you tonight

Redclaire~ Welcome to the group!

LLbean~ You must be on right now! I'm so happy for you!!

Lisa2010~ Welcome to the group! Thank you for sharing your story with us! You will fit right in with the rest of us! Best of Luck and many blessings~ I look forward to getting to know you better!

To everyone else~ A big Hello!!

 

[cebethel]

Hello Ladies~

In about 15 mins, I will be injecting my trigger shots!! 11:15 PM EST! I'm so excited! I'm using 2 syringes of Ovidrel. The IUI is scheduled for this Saturday at 11:15 AM
I have 9 mature follies and my estrogen level today was 2034, which is good. The doctor was very pleased with the results, so that made me even more excited!

This is it! The final sprint to cross the finish cycle! It's been quite the ride for the past 2 weeks! Phew!

Sarah~ I'm so happy to read that all went well for you! I will say a prayer for you tonight. I was really touched when I read about you taking pictures of your Dad and Nana with you for the IUI. That is so sweet! What a wonderful gesture! Thank you for sharing, because it makes me want to take a picture of my twin boys with us on Saturday.
On a different note, hubby and I just came back from Vegas where we had a SPLENDID time! We were there from July 7th thru July 12th. We went to Vegas to renew our vows in honor of our 10th year anniversary.
We stayed at the Venetian~their suites are gorgeous!!
There's so much to do in Vegas- it was non-stop entertainment and fun. We also managed to squeeze in some relaxation by going to the pool.
We saw "The Blue Man group" and "Phantom of the Opera". I so wanted to see Celine, but sadly, she was not performing during that week. I was so bummed out!!

For buffets, make sure to hit the Bellagio and also the one in Paris, I believe it's called "Le Village". The Mirage also has a very good one!
I also managed to "treat" myself to a few things from Louis Vuitton I went to the one located at the Caesars (The Forum Shops) and was very impressed by their customer service.

You will have a ton of fun!! Enjoy

dachsundmom~ Testing, Testing, 1 2 3 So exciting! I will be saying a prayer for you tonight

Redclaire~ Welcome to the group!

LLbean~ You must be on right now! I'm so happy for you!!

Lisa2010~ Welcome to the group! Thank you for sharing your story with us! You will fit right in with the rest of us! Best of Luck and many blessings~ I look forward to getting to know you better!

To everyone else~ A big Hello!!

Good luck!

 

[LLbean]

Thanks... I am but hope to be even more after Monday's betas ;-)

 

[dachsundmom]

Ok girls, I have had a small temp drop and have started to spot...am going to hold off on testing to see what happens.