Femara Friends!

[Cridge]

Hi girls! I have to take notes to keep up with you all!

Mrscompass - I think you may have ovulated on cd 19 or 20, but a few more days will tell for sure. Of course, you got blood work, so THAT will tell for sure! Keep in mind though - if you only ovulated a few days ago, your progesterone might be on the low side, so don't fret it.

Charisse - I got ya with the 16 day LP. It sucks!! But, in some ways it's a really good thing. It just sucks to have to wait MORE than 2 weeks! Sorry about af finding you!

Shareena - you're cd18, right? have you confirmed ovulation? I had cramps last cycle the day of and a couple days after ovulation. When you ovulate, there's more fluid around your ovaries that sometimes makes it's way down to the uterus and causes cramps. Good sign of having ovulated!

 

[MrsCompass]

What is DHEA?

My New Years resolution is to drink more water. Thanks for the metformin tips. The problem is, I already don't eat as it is. I'll try smaller meals ...

I've never felt ovulation pains - wish I did. Last cycle, I felt cramping on the day of ovulation and sore boobies but that was it. I think everything was exaggerated because of the HCG trigger shot.

 

[MrsCompass]

Hi girls! I have to take notes to keep up with you all!

Mrscompass - I think you may have ovulated on cd 19 or 20, but a few more days will tell for sure. Of course, you got blood work, so THAT will tell for sure! Keep in mind though - if you only ovulated a few days ago, your progesterone might be on the low side, so don't fret it.

Charisse - I got ya with the 16 day LP. It sucks!! But, in some ways it's a really good thing. It just sucks to have to wait MORE than 2 weeks! Sorry about af finding you!

Shareena - you're cd18, right? have you confirmed ovulation? I had cramps last cycle the day of and a couple days after ovulation. When you ovulate, there's more fluid around your ovaries that sometimes makes it's way down to the uterus and causes cramps. Good sign of having ovulated!

Thanks Cridge!!! I suspect that I ovulated on cd 19 or 20 as well. Thanks for looking at my chart. My clinic just called and their machines are down and won't be able to give me results until tomorrow. BALLS!!!! Where's that patience pills again? Lols!

I have CD 19 or 20 covered with hearts, so I think I have a good chance this cycle ... now, if they would just confirm that I ovulated. I suppose my temp tomorrow will help solve the mystery.

 

[MrsCompass]

Can I ask you ladies an un-femara related question? I am 4 dpiui and 3 or 4 dpo and have a horrible cold. What are your thoughts of taking DayQuil or other cold meds during the tww? Should I maybe just get some tylenon since its safe during pregnancy? Thoughts?

S08! I have read that cold can be a pregnancy sign! There's actually a scientific name for it. I would be careful, just in case there's a bean forming. Go with the safest bet.

 

[Cridge]

S08! I have read that cold can be a pregnancy sign! There's actually a scientific name for it. I would be careful, just in case there's a bean forming. Go with the safest bet.

yes - a fertilized eggie releases a hormone that weakens your immune system (this starts as soon as it's fertilized) so you don't fight off the "foreign body" aka lil' bean. So many women get sick because their immune system is out of commission! Fx'd for you!

 

[MKHewson]

So ladies, do you think I missed the moment, if I am experiencing egg white like cm, it is too late. Or do you think if the hubby and I get in some action tonight and tomorrow we might have a chance. I was so pleased with this month, our schedules were great and planning on OVing day 14-16 we got lots of BD in. Or should i just anticipate another month failed.

 

[siblingwishes]

If you have ewcm, then it usually means you are about to ovulate, so I would BD to your heart's content MK!

Trina, DHEA was prescribed to me by my RE...

"Based on research conducted by the Center for Human Reproduction in New York, DHEA replacement therapy has been associated with increased embryo counts, increased embryo quality, improved fertility treament results, and decreased miscarriage rates in some women whose primary fertility challenge is diminished ovarian reserve. For women who experience Diminished Ovarian Reserve as a result of a sluggish adrenal system (often caused by stress, blood sugar imbalances and lifestyle factors) and, therefore, lack naturally occurring DEHA, carefully monitored DEHA replacement can provide the support aging ovaries need and, thereby, increase the chances of pregnancy.

I take 75 mg a day, for a month now. Heck I will try just about anything! Itis by prescription only, and is kind of expensive -$70/month.

As for O pains - I get them for sure...this past cycle, with the Femara and the Ovidrel, my left side (which I know had 3 follies) was super sore! The relief came 2 days post trigger.

 

[MKHewson]

LOL texted the hubby to get ready LMAO

 

[MrsCompass]

MK - are you just getting the EWCM now? I would keep BD'ing for as long as it is present. Go get jiggy tonight, girlfriend!

Siblingwishes - thanks for the info. I'v never heard of it before. But, I agree ... that is expensive!

 

[MKHewson]

MK - are you just getting the EWCM now? I would keep BD'ing for as long as it is present. Go get jiggy tonight, girlfriend!

Siblingwishes - thanks for the info. I'v never heard of it before. But, I agree ... that is expensive!

Yes I just started getting it this morning, and now I am feeling the pressure cramps I get with OV. And of course cramping makes the idea of sex so appealing LOL

 

[s08]

S08! I have read that cold can be a pregnancy sign! There's actually a scientific name for it. I would be careful, just in case there's a bean forming. Go with the safest bet.

yes - a fertilized eggie releases a hormone that weakens your immune system (this starts as soon as it's fertilized) so you don't fight off the "foreign body" aka lil' bean. So many women get sick because their immune system is out of commission! Fx'd for you!

Oh, I wish! Thanks for the encouragement, but unfortunately, I started coming down with this darn bug about a week ago, before ovulation. So I don't think I can attribute it to pregnancy.

But it is lasting forever and not getting any better. It would be amazing if I could attribute that to a weakened immune system from a fertilized egg. I'd gladly have this cold for the rest of my life if that were the case. Alright, back to reality...I'm not going to get my hopes up.

 

[s08]

So ladies, do you think I missed the moment, if I am experiencing egg white like cm, it is too late. Or do you think if the hubby and I get in some action tonight and tomorrow we might have a chance. I was so pleased with this month, our schedules were great and planning on OVing day 14-16 we got lots of BD in. Or should i just anticipate another month failed.

I completely agree with the other ladies that it is not too late if you are just getting EWCM now. Its probably perfect timing! Your body is just gearing up to ovulate.

I usually get EWCM a couple days before and the day of ovulation. Regarding ovulation pains, I've never had them (although I ovulate every month). I wish I did, but nope.

 

[MKHewson]

So ladies, do you think I missed the moment, if I am experiencing egg white like cm, it is too late. Or do you think if the hubby and I get in some action tonight and tomorrow we might have a chance. I was so pleased with this month, our schedules were great and planning on OVing day 14-16 we got lots of BD in. Or should i just anticipate another month failed.

I completely agree with the other ladies that it is not too late if you are just getting EWCM now. Its probably perfect timing! Your body is just gearing up to ovulate.

I usually get EWCM a couple days before and the day of ovulation. Regarding ovulation pains, I've never had them (although I ovulate every month). I wish I did, but nope.

LOL There awful feels like gas LOL TMI haha. But it is constant with previous months, so I am assuming that is it.

 

[siblingwishes]

Just talked to the nurse at the RE's office. I am booked for my CD 11 scan next Wednesday. We are definitely doing IUI this month. Funny, she told me to BD the night before my scan...they didn't tell me that last month. I don't mind tho

 

[MKHewson]

Just talked to the nurse at the RE's office. I am booked for my CD 11 scan next Wednesday. We are definitely doing IUI this month. Funny, she told me to BD the night before my scan...they didn't tell me that last month. I don't mind tho

Oh that is exciting news, I hope that is it a successful procedure....

 

[MrsCompass]

Goodjob Siblingwishes!!! That is great news!!!

 

[courtneycvt12]

this is my first round on femara, had my scan today (CD12) and i have 3 follicles but they're small 13mm, 13mm, and 14mm so have to come back in a couple days for another scan. i'm disappointed, i was hoping they would have given me the trigger today...

 

[Mommyagain]

So upset ladies. :'(

I am cd25 today. I woke up cd20 with pain in the area of my ovaries. It hurt but wasnt unbearable. Cd21,22,23 I had aching and dullness. Well yesterday cd24 the pain was excruciating. For the past 28 hours ive had bad pain. It radiates into my back, down my vagina,nausea, dizziness. Awful and sometimes close to unbearable.

I had a pelvic exam today and it hurt so bad I felt dizzy and like I was going to vomit. Then I went for an u/s. My doc (i went to obgyn not fs because I thought my insurance might cover it) said he thought it was ovulation or a ruptured cyst. I thought ovulation happened around cd17. I hope he is wrong.

Does this sound right? I took my letrozole cd3-7 shouldnt ovulation already occured?

My obgyn didnt know what a trigget shot was so maybe he dont know about this either.

 

[MrsCompass]

this is my first round on femara, had my scan today (CD12) and i have 3 follicles but they're small 13mm, 13mm, and 14mm so have to come back in a couple days for another scan. i'm disappointed, i was hoping they would have given me the trigger today...

Hi Courtney! At CD13, I only had 2 follicles at 14 and 11. I ovulated on CD19. My trigger shot was CD17, follicle sizes were 21 and 19. Hope that helps. This was my first cycle on femara which was last.

This is my second cycle on femara but I'm not being monitored so I am clueless about my body on this cycle.

 

[MKHewson]

So upset ladies. :'(

I am cd25 today. I woke up cd20 with pain in the area of my ovaries. It hurt but wasnt unbearable. Cd21,22,23 I had aching and dullness. Well yesterday cd24 the pain was excruciating. For the past 28 hours ive had bad pain. It radiates into my back, down my vagina,nausea, dizziness. Awful and sometimes close to unbearable.

I had a pelvic exam today and it hurt so bad I felt dizzy and like I was going to vomit. Then I went for an u/s. My doc (i went to obgyn not fs because I thought my insurance might cover it) said he thought it was ovulation or a ruptured cyst. I thought ovulation happened around cd17. I hope he is wrong.

Does this sound right? I took my letrozole cd3-7 shouldnt ovulation already occured?

My obgyn didnt know what a trigget shot was so maybe he dont know about this either.

I get horrible OV pains now, when i was on just femera i was fine but once they added metformin it started. I was in agony all day, I took a few Advil otherwise try to have sex would not happen.