February IUI - Looking for Cycle Buddies!

[usamom]

I really need to stop pouring over google... I am once again TOTALLY over-analyzing something once again... this time my medication. I mean, I ovulated and had 1 at 15mm and 1 at 19mm... why would I need MORE clomid and add in injections? How many eggs should I have at an IUI? I thought it was 2?

My last cycle I asked the nurse "why" they were doing something on a particular day, etc. she was very sweet and she told me "we are in the business to get you pregnant and this is what we think will make that happen".. It made sense...

 

[usamom]

usamom, did they automatically put you on the progesterone or did you need it for a specific reason? I haven't talked to my dr. yet so I don't have all of the specifics. I just know that I will be doing clomid and trigger again and then iui. I just keep seeing that a lot of people are taking the progesterone after iui.

Nevermind, I'm sorry. I just peeked at your journal, I hope this is the one for you

I did do progesterone one cycle. My RE this time did a booster HCG which he said would cause me to produce more projesterone myself... But I've also had four cycles where they did neither- so I think all of us are so different! Wonder what works?

 

[Amcolecchi]

Karena-How are you!? Have you tested yet?!?! Tomorrow will be 10 days for us!!! I am trying to hold off till Sunday BUT IT IS HARD!!!! I am worried because I don't seem to be having a lot of symptoms. BUT last month my boobs were sore from ovulation till I started so I am hoping not having symptoms is a sign!! lol

 

[JazzyFresh]

usamom, did they automatically put you on the progesterone or did you need it for a specific reason? I haven't talked to my dr. yet so I don't have all of the specifics. I just know that I will be doing clomid and trigger again and then iui. I just keep seeing that a lot of people are taking the progesterone after iui.

The nurse at my RE said that they put EVERYONE on progesterone supplements if they are doing IUI's.

 

[JazzyFresh]

I really need to stop pouring over google... I am once again TOTALLY over-analyzing something once again... this time my medication. I mean, I ovulated and had 1 at 15mm and 1 at 19mm... why would I need MORE clomid and add in injections? How many eggs should I have at an IUI? I thought it was 2?

My last cycle I asked the nurse "why" they were doing something on a particular day, etc. she was very sweet and she told me "we are in the business to get you pregnant and this is what we think will make that happen".. It made sense...

Awwwwww LOVE it!!!

 

[karena547]

JazzyFresh - that's what they told me too, they put everyone on the progesterone for IUI's bc it can help with implantation and all that, so why not!

Amcolecchi- I am with you, I don't really have any symptoms either! But "they" say that you should look for symptoms that vary from cycle to cycle so that fact that you don't have sore boobs is very good!

AFM - Like I said, no symptoms, I feel like I am out this month, just not feeling like I am going to get a BFP at all. Today is 10DPO for me, and I feel like I should at least have some kind of symptom! Even w/the progesterone I don't have sore boobs lol Last night I had some AF like cramps...I know the won't show up until I stop the progesterone so it's kind of like tricking my body which I don't like...bc it gives false hope! My first test is Friday morning and I am getting more and more nervous to do it bc I don't want to see a !!!

 

[Pnutsprincess]

Hello Ladies,
First ultrasound went great. I had 2 eggs one on each side. They both measured 15mm. I am going back in today to see if they have reached 20mm yet. I am super excited. The ultrasound tech told me probably friday or saturday we will do IUI!!! So It is still considered February IUI because it is my February cycle Praying some of us out of this group gets a BFP.

 

[Amelia8083]

For those of you who have had an hsg, mine was incredibly painful and I'm just wondering if iui hurts as bad as the hsg? I know some women have no pain with and hsg but I did. So I'm a little worried about the iui.

 

[usamom]

Amelia- I had an HSG and it was extremely painful. The IUIs are less uncomfortable than a PAP. No worries!!

 

[Pnutsprincess]

For those of you who have had an hsg, mine was incredibly painful and I'm just wondering if iui hurts as bad as the hsg? I know some women have no pain with and hsg but I did. So I'm a little worried about the iui.

I think you will be fine hun. I had 2 HSG, I will admit the one I had to get doen the first time was painful, I feel the tech was rough and it took her 10 minutes to get the cather in. I also bled a bit and was cramped for 2 days.

My second HSG my fertility specialist did and it took less than 5 minutes. He was amazed because he only had to use 3cc and my tubes weren't blocked and he didn't get to take a picture of the dye going through because it went through so quick. He told me I was awesome and his twenty something years of doing this fertility stuff he has never had anyone have an HSG that quick. I had no cramping. He also told me one woman had to have 21cc before it went through her tubes.

I haven't had IUI, but I think the pain depends on the person who is doign the procedure. If it hurt maybe you can let them know you are sensative and they can ease up.

 

[JazzyFresh]

Pnutsprincess ~ That is wonderful news! I am sure they will grow 2-4cm by Friday too! TWINNIES!!! lol.

Amelia8083 ~ My HSG was NOT a pleasant experience. This was also with Valium to relax me & the muscles, and 2 local pain shots. It was still a lot of uncomfortableness and BAD cramping. The nurse was holding my hand and I was tearing up.

Now... my IUI.. that was a breeze! 3 minutes TOPS. And I was like ummm you are done????

I was told that the HSG was an issue due to having to dilate me since my cervix was so tight. Also, she said that the dye can be very uncomfortable for some people.

 

[Pnutsprincess]

I had my u/s and one foli is 19mm and the other is 16mm. They are doing another u/s tomorrow and going to give me the trigger shot. I do IUI friday morning. I don't know why the one has only went up 1mm but the other is very mature. Ill take it!

 

[Amelia8083]

usamom, did they automatically put you on the progesterone or did you need it for a specific reason? I haven't talked to my dr. yet so I don't have all of the specifics. I just know that I will be doing clomid and trigger again and then iui. I just keep seeing that a lot of people are taking the progesterone after iui.

The nurse at my RE said that they put EVERYONE on progesterone supplements if they are doing IUI's.

I am going to ask my RE if I see him on monday.

 

[Amcolecchi]

Karena-Did you test today or are you testing tomorrow? I have not tested yet. I am so scared to see the BFN! I have dull cramps today so I am hoping these aren't AF warnings!!!! FX for you and all you other ladies!!!!

 

[karena547]

I haven't tested yet, but I am testing tomorrow!!! I too am scared to see a BFN! I have been having some AF-like cramps and I know my nurse told me I can expect them with progesterone, but I still just feel like the is coming!

Last night my boobs started hurting on the side just like they usually do before AF and this morning I woke up and my skin is soooo bad, huge break-out, sooo I am not feeling good about testing at all. At least it will be the weekend and I can have lots and lots of if it is a negative! I really think the only thing keeping AF away is the progesterone bc I usually gave a short luteal phase and start spotting at 9/10 dpo and yesterday was 10dpo....soooo we shall see!

to everyone in the 2ww!!!!

 

[Amcolecchi]

Karena- I have a huge breakout too!!! My boobs don't hurt but I definitely have more dull cramps today and they are lasting longer!! So I am hoping I am not out either!! If so, I am joining you on drinking haha..I told my hubby I will be getting drunk, cry, eat a lot of bad food..then move on hahaha!!! BUT FX for you!!!!

 

[karena547]

Hopefully your cramps are just your uterus getting used to that little bean sticking!!

Jazzy-Did you start your injections yet?? I am not sure where you are doing them, I had to do mine in my belly and they gave me bruises lol I was like that is REAL attractive! haha Don't you feel like the first weeks while we are on meds and getting u/s and b/w check-ups go by much quicker than the last 2 weeks of the 2ww!

How is everyone else doing??

 

[JazzyFresh]

Hopefully your cramps are just your uterus getting used to that little bean sticking!!

Jazzy-Did you start your injections yet?? I am not sure where you are doing them, I had to do mine in my belly and they gave me bruises lol I was like that is REAL attractive! haha Don't you feel like the first weeks while we are on meds and getting u/s and b/w check-ups go by much quicker than the last 2 weeks of the 2ww!

How is everyone else doing??

Hi girls... omg.... I am hoping and praying that you get BFP's!! YOU FIND OUT SOON!!!!!!! Woo hoo!

Yes, i started my injections last night. Real easy. Pinched my belly fat and poke! Just like the trigger but out of a pen lookie like thingy. lol. Yeah, last week and this week is FLYING by! This round is easier so far. I started brisk walking with my little dog. It is helping with the stress levels and hopefully any possible weight gain. It is amazing... I freaked out because I didn't fit into these new undies I bought... sexy! lol.. but thankfully right after my period all that bloating was gone. Whew. I was CONVINCED I gained like 10lbs no joke! lmao.

 

[Amcolecchi]

Yayy I am glad this cycle is better for you!!! Yes, I have a little dog too and I try to walk him everyday. I agree it helps with the stress. I also bought workout dvd's to do while pregnant. I figured I might as well start now so if I am, I can continue them!! But I am always afraid of the gaining weight! Because we are stressed, tired, anxious and can't work out as much, you know?! I have a way better feeling for you this cycle!!!!

Hopefully your cramps are just your uterus getting used to that little bean sticking!!

Jazzy-Did you start your injections yet?? I am not sure where you are doing them, I had to do mine in my belly and they gave me bruises lol I was like that is REAL attractive! haha Don't you feel like the first weeks while we are on meds and getting u/s and b/w check-ups go by much quicker than the last 2 weeks of the 2ww!

How is everyone else doing??

Hi girls... omg.... I am hoping and praying that you get BFP's!! YOU FIND OUT SOON!!!!!!! Woo hoo!

Yes, i started my injections last night. Real easy. Pinched my belly fat and poke! Just like the trigger but out of a pen lookie like thingy. lol. Yeah, last week and this week is FLYING by! This round is easier so far. I started brisk walking with my little dog. It is helping with the stress levels and hopefully any possible weight gain. It is amazing... I freaked out because I didn't fit into these new undies I bought... sexy! lol.. but thankfully right after my period all that bloating was gone. Whew. I was CONVINCED I gained like 10lbs no joke! lmao.

 

[karena547]

OMG Jazzy...I seriously hope that I am like you and am just bloated bc my attire lately has been yoga pants and sweatshirts, I really think I did gain 10lbs! I am glad your injections are going well!!

Amcolecchi, what workout dvds did you get, I am def interested!!