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[misaacs117]

I also want to report that the conversation went really well. Have to call tomorrow because he said he was willing to take clomid if prescribed it. Not sure about the exercise. He seemed willing but time will tell. Glad I did too. We are going to try this cycle with just femara then back to the RE for 2 more then I think I'm done. 5 IUIs seems plenty with 3 being after endo removal surgery. If all end up with bfns then time to start saving for IVF.

 

[floridasian]

Sorry Jen! I thought for sure you were preggo with that line on the FRER last week. Do you know if they can tell you whether or it was a chemical?

 

[JCM]

I'm totally gonna ask tomorrow. I was trying to keep it together on the phone today so I asked questions very fast. Lol DH tried to call them just now but they are closed. I couldn't think when she called. Just tried not to cry! It was so awful.

 

[moni77]

Sorry Jen...

 

[JCM]

Hey Moni, I will be right behind you. I think I will get the schedule of events (haha) tomorrow. I'm nervous about the bcps. I was miserable on them the last time. Hopefully this time won't be as long. Were there any cyst issues with you this cycle before you started them?

 

[minuet]

I'm totally gonna ask tomorrow. I was trying to keep it together on the phone today so I asked questions very fast. Lol DH tried to call them just now but they are closed. I couldn't think when she called. Just tried not to cry! It was so awful.

So sorry Getting that news is like a kick to the stomach.

 

[minuet]

I also want to report that the conversation went really well. Have to call tomorrow because he said he was willing to take clomid if prescribed it. Not sure about the exercise. He seemed willing but time will tell. Glad I did too. We are going to try this cycle with just femara then back to the RE for 2 more then I think I'm done. 5 IUIs seems plenty with 3 being after endo removal surgery. If all end up with bfns then time to start saving for IVF.

So glad to hear that you guys talked it out, you must feel better! Taking Clomid should help him, but if I remember right it takes some months to have an effect, since the sperm now is from 3 months ago. Maybe take a break and give them a chance to build up before trying anything drastic? I'm sure your RE will have better information on that.

 

[misaacs117]

I called and they basically said no to the clomid. They said 4million is good?! And he had 13 and 18 (I think) the other times and she said that was great for insemination. Whatever! Guess we will try other things.

 

[beaglemom]

I called and they basically said no to the clomid. They said 4million is good?! And he had 13 and 18 (I think) the other times and she said that was great for insemination. Whatever! Guess we will try other things.

That sucks...& is stupid.

So my new plan is no testing until 2 weeks after since that is my husband's birthday. This is gross, but I am going to pee in the cup then have my husband do the digital test...so he will see the results first. Thought that would be interesting.

 

[JCM]

I called and they basically said no to the clomid. They said 4million is good?! And he had 13 and 18 (I think) the other times and she said that was great for insemination. Whatever! Guess we will try other things.

What??? Really? The RE said no? Try a urologist. That's ridiculous. When DH gets home I'll ask for a list of stuff he took.

 

[beaglemom]

I called and they basically said no to the clomid. They said 4million is good?! And he had 13 and 18 (I think) the other times and she said that was great for insemination. Whatever! Guess we will try other things.

What??? Really? The RE said no? Try a urologist. That's ridiculous. When DH gets home I'll ask for a list of stuff he took.

My husband's urologist was pretty worthless. I wish I had known about clomid & other things when we started all this...but now we are so far in it, no point trying. My next step is IVF anyways.

 

[sarahok]

Beagle I think that's a neat idea, having your husband do the test. Wouldn't it be amazing to have him tell YOU, "We're pregnant!!"

Michelle, that's strange that they don't seem to want to improve his count. Just from googling I've done in the past, those numbers seem on the low end...maybe not enough to be considered infertile, but definitely not "great for insemination." Geez. I think there should be a policy that only people who have dealt with infertility should be able to work in the RE's office. Ok, not really, but they should do some training on how emotionally taxing this is and learn to be a little more understanding of what we're going through! At least you know IVF is your next step!

Jen, hope the BCP treat you ok. I was on them for years and never had trouble, but I know they're rough on some people.

I'm doing fine. Today is 5dpIUI. No symptoms yet, but I know it's early. Other than a few pinches and cramps but nothing major. This TWW just dragging by like I knew it would! I have been trying to do all the "warm womb" things and have been doing really well. But I never realized how much I enjoy cold drinks. I'm not one to chomp on ice all the time...I don't mind water out of the tap. But not being able to have ice is making me crave an ice water! Especially since my sweet hubby got me an awesome ice maker for our anniversary a few months ago that makes nugget ice (like at Sonic, if you have those in your area) which I love!!

I also haven't been drinking any caffeine or alcohol, and been fine. Even though my OBGYN told me a cup of coffee (which is all I ever have anyway) is fine, even through pregnancy. But reading some of the natural healing/traditional medicine stuff it seems like no stimulants is the better way to go. I was really craving a cup of coffee this morning so I had one, but I think one cup in a week certainly won't hurt anything.

 

[beaglemom]

Sarah - I usually only avoided the cold drinks at work...because I am cold at work anyways. At home I am usually on the couch with socks & a comforter & eating a warm meal, so drank like usual. But I also am not good at having enough fluid intake. I love Sonic ice...I have found out that my mom is ice crazy & so am I! I also found that once I eliminated the caffeine (for the most part) decaf coffee was just fine. It was that initial getting over the jolt I needed...but I love the taste, so now I have decaf & still enjoy it. They also make half caf K cups...which is what I used as my transitioner.

Good luck on your wait...I really do not know how I am going to pass the time...this wait will be even worse because I know it is my last shot with IUI. Maybe I can try to focus on doing home projects. But with all the TTC stuff, I am just exhausted & only want to come home to my couch.

Funny thought hit me this week...does anyone else go to the store after your negative & say to yourself, This is the LAST box of tampons I am going to buy for a while!

 

[misaacs117]

Beagle I do that too! I did it this cycle. I thought I want this to be the last box!

And she said that they only get concerned if his count is less than 1million. Anything above that is "good". I am actually getting really pissed off at my RE and his office. She also said that he usually doesn't prescribe it because he doesn't ever really see a change. She said she would ask him and call me back. Have not heard anything.
So I'm supposed to be cleaning my house up but all I want to do is go to my moms and float in her pool. I'll clean later

 

[beaglemom]

I wish I was home floating in my pool!

So we are supposed to be in Cooperstown Saturday & staying the night...well my husband invited his cousin to come (knowing she would say no). Then I said well if she comes it screws up our hotel plans. He said well I thought we were doing that Monday night when we got home. I said you know we can have sex more than one time! This TTC stuff just puts you in a whole other state of mind when it comes to sex. Especially when doing assisted reproduction.

 

[sarahok]

You guys are making me want a pool so bad!!!! If we can pay off enough of the mortgage by then, we want to put one in next summer. Can't come soon enough!! And hopefully a baby to splash around in it with!

 

[floridasian]

DH wants a pool really bad but our backyard is so steep there is just not an inch of flat space to put a pool in. The best we'll be able to do is an inflatable kiddie pool!

 

[minuet]

I called and they basically said no to the clomid. They said 4million is good?! And he had 13 and 18 (I think) the other times and she said that was great for insemination. Whatever! Guess we will try other things.

They're crazy. Did a nurse say that or a doctor? I'd try again, or try another doctor.

 

[JCM]

If anyone needs me I'll be floating in my pool with a frozen beverage! I gotta make the best of my BFN! : )

 

[sarahok]

That's the spirit, Jen! I told DH last night that if my period comes, I'm getting wasted lol!!

Thanks for the suggestion Beagle. I picked up some decaf kcups at the store just now . I'm like you...I love the flavor and even just the ritual of waking up and having a cup of coffee with some frothed milk.