LTTTC #1 - Support Group *Please share your story

[KatO79]

Yay DBZ34

I'm sure the could handle those few minutes on the table It's probably more if they sit for a longer period that they start dying off.

Not so good you Oed before but I'm sure you're still in with a good chance, provided you didn't O long before the IUI.

Welcome to the 2WW and here's hoping

AFM DH practically forced me to go on a bike ride with him I didn't like it because the bike lanes here are often patched up and can be bumpy to ride over. So tried to stand up on the pedals each time I saw a bump coming. To make matters worse, some crazy woman was talking on her mobile via a headseat while she was biking and she didn't bother to ring her bell to warn me and the lane was a bit on the thinner side. So she almost pushed me off my bike with her elbow trying to bike past me but luckily I didn't fall off and managed to brake so I could let her pass. Apology? Nope, she kept on talking to someone over her mobile and just kept on biking like nothing happened There are just too many bad cyclists here I'm so not going to ride my bike the rest of this 2WW and I'll never again ride a bike in the 2WW if this IUIs a bust

 

[wannabemummyb]

Fingers crossed for you sweetie. That's three of you in your IUI 2ww isn't it?

 

[Purpleice]

Hello everyone! Newbie here. Been browsing through this thread for quite a while and IT HELPS A LOT. DH and I are both 31, TTC#1 for a year (does this count as long term?). DH has a child from previous relationship. We've seen a fertility specialist a week ago and she gave me Ovidrel and Utrogestan for this cycle The doc said to test for blocked tubes next time. I had a series of ultrasounds for follicle monitoring, and everything looked ok. Now I'm on the two week waiting period. Best of luck everyone! I hope we all get that BFP the soonest.

 

[KatO79]

Hello everyone! Newbie here. Been browsing through this thread for quite a while and IT HELPS A LOT. DH and I are both 31, TTC#1 for a year (does this count as long term?). DH has a child from previous relationship. We've seen a fertility specialist a week ago and she gave me Ovidrel and Utrogestan for this cycle The doc said to test for blocked tubes next time. I had a series of ultrasounds for follicle monitoring, and everything looked ok. Now I'm on the two week waiting period. Best of luck everyone! I hope we all get that BFP the soonest.

Welcome Purpleice You are most certainly a long term trying to conceive (LTTTC) You are considered LTTTC if you've been TTCing for 1 year or more.

Have you also had your CD3 hormones tested (e.g. estrogen, LH, FSH ect.)? Hope your HSG goes well. I had mine last year in November and it went fine, it was just uncomfortable so no worries Hope you won't need it though and good luck

 

[Purpleice]

Thanks Kat079! No hormone testing yet. Doc wants to take it one step at a time. So happy to be here! It's comforting to know that people here understand what we are going through.

 

[KatO79]

Thanks Kat079! No hormone testing yet. Doc wants to take it one step at a time. So happy to be here! It's comforting to know that people here understand what we are going through.

OK it was probably because we had been referred to our RE (after 1 year of trying) so she wanted all the testing done as quickly as possible so we could get started on doing IUI (provided my tubes weren't blocked which they weren't). My GP didn't do any testing before the referral and wasn't any help I guess the Danish RE's are more aggressive and maybe things are done differently in Denmark

Do you know what treatment you'll be doing? I'm on my 3rd IUI with injectables (on Puregon), am currently in the 2WW and am 6 dpiui today.

Fingers crossed for you sweetie. That's three of you in your IUI 2ww isn't it?

Ooops sorry wannabemummyb, yes I believe you're right. It's me, Myshelsong and DBZ34 as far as I can tell. Sorry if I've forgotten anyone

 

[Myshelsong]

I think that is all of us Kat.
Hi Purpleice, sorry to find you here but hope we can be of help ion your journey.
I found the beginning of testing very overwhelming. I was so devastated that we had to move on to the next stage, then I got happy we were moving on, then devastated again yada yada and the circle of life. So if you ever need to vent we totally understand and have it out with no judgment.

So here we go IUI symptom spotting time! My undercarriage feels very tight as of yesterday. My boobs are killing me, thanks progesterone...
All things I have seen and done before, but trying to be hopeful. How is everyone TWW going?

 

[KatO79]

I'm 6 dpiui today and haven't really noticed anything but I'm trying to hold off until I'm at least 9-10 dpiui since I didn't experience much before than when I had my chemical last year in April. I doubt any pregnancy symptoms come much before than anyway since most first implant between 7-10 dpiui/dpo Keeping myself busy making earrings and just waiting until 16 dpiui to take the HPT unless AF shows up

 

[Stine]

Purpleice- Like Myshel said, sorry you are here but WELCOME These ladies are a great group and we really do support each other.

How are all our TWW ladies doing? I think count is now at 4?? Fingers crossed for you all.

AFM, I think that cyst the RE found burst the other day. I had some sharp pains that put me on my knees on the side he seen it. I screamed it was so painful. It went away as quick as it came on. I've had the endometrial cysts before and when they have been as big as this one was I have felt them burst so I will assume that's what it was I have been cramping a little more the past couple days so I pray it's the eggs working overtime to grow. Monday seems so far away and I really don't want to O before they are ready and we miss this chance. My RE only does M-F hours so if my OPK came back pos this weekend I'd be SOL come Monday. Right?... Here is to hoping they are growing but wait till they are fully matured before releasing

 

[KatO79]

Purpleice- Like Myshel said, sorry you are here but WELCOME These ladies are a great group and we really do support each other.

How are all our TWW ladies doing? I think count is now at 4?? Fingers crossed for you all.

AFM, I think that cyst the RE found burst the other day. I had some sharp pains that put me on my knees on the side he seen it. I screamed it was so painful. It went away as quick as it came on. I've had the endometrial cysts before and when they have been as big as this one was I have felt them burst so I will assume that's what it was I have been cramping a little more the past couple days so I pray it's the eggs working overtime to grow. Monday seems so far away and I really don't want to O before they are ready and we miss this chance. My RE only does M-F hours so if my OPK came back pos this weekend I'd be SOL come Monday. Right?... Here is to hoping they are growing but wait till they are fully matured before releasing

Ouch that does sound horrible but good the pain didn't last long at least I'd say if you're feeling some twinges in the ovaries that is a good sign, don't know if cramping is good, is it localized more around the ovaries? Hope you don't O before Monday then, FXed

 

[DBZ34]

Welcome Purpleice! Sorry that you're LTTTC, but glad you're here! It might just be me, but seems weird your doc put you on meds without doing testing first, but I hope it works for you! Good luck!

I think there are three of us in the IUI TWW....but Stine isn't too far behind us. (Sending you follie growing vibes, Stine)

AFM- Symptoms have appeared with a vengeance. I thought I was in the clear when they didn't happen after the trigger shot...but wow. Day one of the TWW has been eye opening. lol. I just ordered a batch of ICs so, I'm looking forward to peeing on one and seeing a positive for once. lol. I think I'm going to test out the trigger and hope the line reappears in 13 days.

How are you ladies today?

 

[KatO79]

Welcome Purpleice! Sorry that you're LTTTC, but glad you're here! It might just be me, but seems weird your doc put you on meds without doing testing first, but I hope it works for you! Good luck!

I think there are three of us in the IUI TWW....but Stine isn't too far behind us. (Sending you follie growing vibes, Stine)

AFM- Symptoms have appeared with a vengeance. I thought I was in the clear when they didn't happen after the trigger shot...but wow. Day one of the TWW has been eye opening. lol. I just ordered a batch of ICs so, I'm looking forward to peeing on one and seeing a positive for once. lol. I think I'm going to test out the trigger and hope the line reappears in 13 days.

How are you ladies today?

Yes it does seem a little strange, especially that her CD3 hormones weren't checked first

Yeah I think some people can experience symptoms after the trigger. I'm fortunately not one of those people which makes me think when I do get pregnant, I'll first experience symptoms later than some.

I contemplated doing that myself but felt it'd just stress me out to test the trigger out so I'm just laying back and taking things as they come. My old IUI buddy (one of them, she got her BFP on her first IUI although she is 26) did that, I don't remember exactly when the trigger was out but I think it was before 13 dpiui, like 8-9 dpiui I think But maybe it varies a bit.

I'm 6 dpiui and nothing much. But I'm not going to even start thinking about anything odd until at least 9-10 dpiui and that may even bit a tad early. Just going by when I started to feel a bit different during my chemical last year in April. Although I'll probably question everything now since I've had symptoms during both 2WWs after my IUIs and they came after the trigger was pretty much out of my system

 

[DBZ34]

Welcome Purpleice! Sorry that you're LTTTC, but glad you're here! It might just be me, but seems weird your doc put you on meds without doing testing first, but I hope it works for you! Good luck!

I think there are three of us in the IUI TWW....but Stine isn't too far behind us. (Sending you follie growing vibes, Stine)

AFM- Symptoms have appeared with a vengeance. I thought I was in the clear when they didn't happen after the trigger shot...but wow. Day one of the TWW has been eye opening. lol. I just ordered a batch of ICs so, I'm looking forward to peeing on one and seeing a positive for once. lol. I think I'm going to test out the trigger and hope the line reappears in 13 days.

How are you ladies today?

Yes it does seem a little strange, especially that her CD3 hormones weren't checked first

Yeah I think some people can experience symptoms after the trigger. I'm fortunately not one of those people which makes me think when I do get pregnant, I'll first experience symptoms later than some.

I contemplated doing that myself but felt it'd just stress me out to test the trigger out so I'm just laying back and taking things as they come. My old IUI buddy (one of them, she got her BFP on her first IUI although she is 26) did that, I don't remember exactly when the trigger was out but I think it was before 13 dpiui, like 8-9 dpiui I think But maybe it varies a bit.

I'm 6 dpiui and nothing much. But I'm not going to even start thinking about anything odd until at least 9-10 dpiui and that may even bit a tad early. Just going by when I started to feel a bit different during my chemical last year in April. Although I'll probably question everything now since I've had symptoms during both 2WWs after my IUIs and they came after the trigger was pretty much out of my system

Ok, at least I'm not alone in thinking that. I was wondering how they even knew what they were prescribing was having the desired effect...or what was actually going on. But, hopefully it'll work.


Not symptom spotting is smart. I'm going to have to ignore all the symptoms, even after 9-10dpiui, which makes it a little tougher, because I'll be doing progesterone and that always gives me extra symptoms to deal with.

I have no idea when the trigger leaves, but around 8-9dpiui seems possible. My doc said I'm supposed to officially test at 14dpiui, so there's no confusion about trigger vs pregnancy, which is a good plan. I'm going to test every morning until AF arrives after 14 dpiui I think.

Last IUI, I was BFN at 14dpiui and I didn't test at 15dpiui, so I didn't see a pos until 16 dpiui and I totally thought I was out by then. DH made me go pee on a stick and boy, was I surprised when it was a dark positive. So, this cycle, I'm staying positive and not giving up hope until AF actually comes, but let's hope she won't.

 

[KatO79]

Welcome Purpleice! Sorry that you're LTTTC, but glad you're here! It might just be me, but seems weird your doc put you on meds without doing testing first, but I hope it works for you! Good luck!

I think there are three of us in the IUI TWW....but Stine isn't too far behind us. (Sending you follie growing vibes, Stine)

AFM- Symptoms have appeared with a vengeance. I thought I was in the clear when they didn't happen after the trigger shot...but wow. Day one of the TWW has been eye opening. lol. I just ordered a batch of ICs so, I'm looking forward to peeing on one and seeing a positive for once. lol. I think I'm going to test out the trigger and hope the line reappears in 13 days.

How are you ladies today?

Yes it does seem a little strange, especially that her CD3 hormones weren't checked first

Yeah I think some people can experience symptoms after the trigger. I'm fortunately not one of those people which makes me think when I do get pregnant, I'll first experience symptoms later than some.

I contemplated doing that myself but felt it'd just stress me out to test the trigger out so I'm just laying back and taking things as they come. My old IUI buddy (one of them, she got her BFP on her first IUI although she is 26) did that, I don't remember exactly when the trigger was out but I think it was before 13 dpiui, like 8-9 dpiui I think But maybe it varies a bit.

I'm 6 dpiui and nothing much. But I'm not going to even start thinking about anything odd until at least 9-10 dpiui and that may even bit a tad early. Just going by when I started to feel a bit different during my chemical last year in April. Although I'll probably question everything now since I've had symptoms during both 2WWs after my IUIs and they came after the trigger was pretty much out of my system

Ok, at least I'm not alone in thinking that. I was wondering how they even knew what they were prescribing was having the desired effect...or what was actually going on. But, hopefully it'll work.


Not symptom spotting is smart. I'm going to have to ignore all the symptoms, even after 9-10dpiui, which makes it a little tougher, because I'll be doing progesterone and that always gives me extra symptoms to deal with.

I have no idea when the trigger leaves, but around 8-9dpiui seems possible. My doc said I'm supposed to officially test at 14dpiui, so there's no confusion about trigger vs pregnancy, which is a good plan. I'm going to test every morning until AF arrives after 14 dpiui I think.

Last IUI, I was BFN at 14dpiui and I didn't test at 15dpiui, so I didn't see a pos until 16 dpiui and I totally thought I was out by then. DH made me go pee on a stick and boy, was I surprised when it was a dark positive. So, this cycle, I'm staying positive and not giving up hope until AF actually comes, but let's hope she won't.

Oh yes, doing progesterone can really confuse things because I'm sure it gives pregnancy-like symptoms. If I were you, I might not even symptom spot at all but that's me

Wow, at 14 dpiui? My nurses always say 16 dpiui but perhaps because by then the HPT should be positive and the risk of a false BFN is lowered?

Here's hoping AF doesn't come for any of us but that's probably a bit optimistic One can always hope, though, right?

 

[Stine]

Purpleice- Like Myshel said, sorry you are here but WELCOME These ladies are a great group and we really do support each other.

How are all our TWW ladies doing? I think count is now at 4?? Fingers crossed for you all.

AFM, I think that cyst the RE found burst the other day. I had some sharp pains that put me on my knees on the side he seen it. I screamed it was so painful. It went away as quick as it came on. I've had the endometrial cysts before and when they have been as big as this one was I have felt them burst so I will assume that's what it was I have been cramping a little more the past couple days so I pray it's the eggs working overtime to grow. Monday seems so far away and I really don't want to O before they are ready and we miss this chance. My RE only does M-F hours so if my OPK came back pos this weekend I'd be SOL come Monday. Right?... Here is to hoping they are growing but wait till they are fully matured before releasing

Ouch that does sound horrible but good the pain didn't last long at least I'd say if you're feeling some twinges in the ovaries that is a good sign, don't know if cramping is good, is it localized more around the ovaries? Hope you don't O before Monday then, FXed

The cramping is nothing like AF cramping. It is around my ovaries. The right side more then the left. The left one has the bigger follie but the right has/had that cyst. I guess twinges would better describe them. It comes and goes. I really have everything I can cross crossed in hopes things are growing to the right size. And YES I hopefully will be in the TWW IUI with you ladies come early next week.

So, my DH's family dinner is tomorrow and it will be the first time I have seen my SIL since finding out she was A- PG and B- MC since being told. First time for all of us actually. Kinda nervous how people will act around the two of us. DH informed me, even after I told him NOT to say anything to his family, that he told his family I had my US on Wednesday and that it didn't look good. I know they are all concerned for us but I would like SOME form of privacy. I plan on going into dinner tomorrow with the phrase "when we know something worth sharing we will share" tattooed on my forehead.

 

[KatO79]

Purpleice- Like Myshel said, sorry you are here but WELCOME These ladies are a great group and we really do support each other.

How are all our TWW ladies doing? I think count is now at 4?? Fingers crossed for you all.

AFM, I think that cyst the RE found burst the other day. I had some sharp pains that put me on my knees on the side he seen it. I screamed it was so painful. It went away as quick as it came on. I've had the endometrial cysts before and when they have been as big as this one was I have felt them burst so I will assume that's what it was I have been cramping a little more the past couple days so I pray it's the eggs working overtime to grow. Monday seems so far away and I really don't want to O before they are ready and we miss this chance. My RE only does M-F hours so if my OPK came back pos this weekend I'd be SOL come Monday. Right?... Here is to hoping they are growing but wait till they are fully matured before releasing

Ouch that does sound horrible but good the pain didn't last long at least I'd say if you're feeling some twinges in the ovaries that is a good sign, don't know if cramping is good, is it localized more around the ovaries? Hope you don't O before Monday then, FXed

The cramping is nothing like AF cramping. It is around my ovaries. The right side more then the left. The left one has the bigger follie but the right has/had that cyst. I guess twinges would better describe them. It comes and goes. I really have everything I can cross crossed in hopes things are growing to the right size. And YES I hopefully will be in the TWW IUI with you ladies come early next week.

So, my DH's family dinner is tomorrow and it will be the first time I have seen my SIL since finding out she was A- PG and B- MC since being told. First time for all of us actually. Kinda nervous how people will act around the two of us. DH informed me, even after I told him NOT to say anything to his family, that he told his family I had my US on Wednesday and that it didn't look good. I know they are all concerned for us but I would like SOME form of privacy. I plan on going into dinner tomorrow with the phrase "when we know something worth sharing we will share" tattooed on my forehead.

OK twinges sound right, your ovaries should be working on making follies Mine would come and go as well.

Right that dinner I hope your in-laws are kind to your SIL and don't get too nosy with questions, I'm sure that's the last thing she needs Yes, I think your best bet is to say that, "When we have something positive to tell, you'll all be the first to know." If they keep probing, try saying it again until they take the hint. If they don't, maybe try "That's all I have to say on the matter at this time, so (insert name of someone in family), how's it going with your job, hobby, project, house hunting, ect."

But you might want to get your DH on the same page and agree how much his parents are told about your journey and how much you wish to keep private. You're his wife, he needs to prioritize your feelings more than those of his family. Otherwise, you'll have a problem. I've sometimes had to really draw that line in the sand with my DH when I feel like he isn't hearing me but he definitely makes me his #1 priority and his family just deals with it, as they should!

I hope that the dinner goes smoothly and that they don't give you or your SIL too hard of a time, none of you needs that

 

[Purpleice]

I will definitely ask the doctor why the tests weren't made before prescribing the meds. Thank you all for the info! Praying and hoping that all of us in the TWW period get our BFP.

 

[Myshelsong]

The Progesterone is killing me right now. I am so hormonal and exhausted it is not funny. Doing the Gonal and Femera and the Ovedril and now this has put me through a loop!
Anyone else felt like this?

 

[KatO79]

The Progesterone is killing me right now. I am so hormonal and exhausted it is not funny. Doing the Gonal and Femera and the Ovedril and now this has put me through a loop!
Anyone else felt like this?

Awww sorry Myshel I haven't been more hormonal than normal, at least I don't think I have. But I'm not on extra progesterone.

 

[DBZ34]

The Progesterone is killing me right now. I am so hormonal and exhausted it is not funny. Doing the Gonal and Femera and the Ovedril and now this has put me through a loop!
Anyone else felt like this?

Yes, indeed I have. I think it was worse the cycle I did my IUI with the puregon and clomid + trigger, but I did come out of it preggo, so maybe that's a good thing?

Progesterone always makes me more tired...and hormonal. I have so many more symptoms when I take it too.

In fact, at the moment, I have no control over my emotions. I had a good cry this morning over nothing and DH just shook his head and then came over to give me a cuddle.


Anyway, Myshel, I'm sorry the drugs are hitting you so hard this month. How many dpiui are you now? When are you planning on testing?