Welcome to 'Trying To Conceive Over 35'

[alicatt]

OUCH! Mother F#*&$#( That was not fun! It hurt for about 20 seconds, 10 with just the tube up into the uterus, then 10 while he scraped it. Then apparently I was bleeding quite a bit so he had to leave the speculum in and swab up the mess. The pain is gone, and I'm left with some minor cramping, it is unpleasant, but on a pain scale of 1-10 it is a 1 or maybe a 2. The scraping was close to at 10 though.

So my FS wanted to wait for the results which would take 2-3 weeks to get back. I'm like but why? If they are going to be back in that timeframe, can't we just start now? So we did the math and I'm going to start Lupron either tomorrow or Wednesday, I am to continue using the progesterone and estrogen supplements for 4 additional days after I start the lupron. Then we wait for my period, which usually comes 3-5 days after stopping progesterone supplementation. So lets assume I'm not starting my cycle for 8-10 days, then it takes 2 weeks to prime the uterus and get it all ready for the transfer and in this last cycle they delayed me almost a week, so that would mean we'd have the results way before we want to do the transfer. If the results are bad, then we just cancel and re-start once my period comes in June. The cost to me for the medicine is only about $250-300, but it would only be wasted if the results were bad. Apparently that only happens in about 5-10% of women, so I should be fine!!!

So FX'd my biopsy comes back normal and we can continue!!!

I have personal reasons for wanting us to do this April/May cycle:

1) The due date could be my Dad's and how perfect would that be?
2) My first trimester would end in mid July, giving me time to get to Canada in late July early August
3) My second trimester wouldn't start until late October giving me the ability to go to Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving at the beginning of October
4) The birth would happen right round the end of 2013 into early 2014, which would mean my brother would be here, so the entire family would be here for the birth

If we delayed, then I might not make it back to Canada this summer and if the birth is delayed into February then my brother won't be here, or if he is it will be a pain to get him here.

 

[melly2]

OUCH! Mother F#*&$#( That was not fun! It hurt for about 20 seconds, 10 with just the tube up into the uterus, then 10 while he scraped it. Then apparently I was bleeding quite a bit so he had to leave the speculum in and swab up the mess. The pain is gone, and I'm left with some minor cramping, it is unpleasant, but on a pain scale of 1-10 it is a 1 or maybe a 2. The scraping was close to at 10 though.

So my FS wanted to wait for the results which would take 2-3 weeks to get back. I'm like but why? If they are going to be back in that timeframe, can't we just start now? So we did the math and I'm going to start Lupron either tomorrow or Wednesday, I am to continue using the progesterone and estrogen supplements for 4 additional days after I start the lupron. Then we wait for my period, which usually comes 3-5 days after stopping progesterone supplementation. So lets assume I'm not starting my cycle for 8-10 days, then it takes 2 weeks to prime the uterus and get it all ready for the transfer and in this last cycle they delayed me almost a week, so that would mean we'd have the results way before we want to do the transfer. If the results are bad, then we just cancel and re-start once my period comes in June. The cost to me for the medicine is only about $250-300, but it would only be wasted if the results were bad. Apparently that only happens in about 5-10% of women, so I should be fine!!!

So FX'd my biopsy comes back normal and we can continue!!!

I have personal reasons for wanting us to do this April/May cycle:

1) The due date could be my Dad's and how perfect would that be?
2) My first trimester would end in mid July, giving me time to get to Canada in late July early August
3) My second trimester wouldn't start until late October giving me the ability to go to Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving at the beginning of October
4) The birth would happen right round the end of 2013 into early 2014, which would mean my brother would be here, so the entire family would be here for the birth

If we delayed, then I might not make it back to Canada this summer and if the birth is delayed into February then my brother won't be here, or if he is it will be a pain to get him here.

Yikes, that does not sound pleasant. Can I ask you a question. Why did you have to have a biopsy? Was it for your upcoming procedure?

 

[alicatt]

OUCH! Mother F#*&$#( That was not fun! It hurt for about 20 seconds, 10 with just the tube up into the uterus, then 10 while he scraped it. Then apparently I was bleeding quite a bit so he had to leave the speculum in and swab up the mess. The pain is gone, and I'm left with some minor cramping, it is unpleasant, but on a pain scale of 1-10 it is a 1 or maybe a 2. The scraping was close to at 10 though.

So my FS wanted to wait for the results which would take 2-3 weeks to get back. I'm like but why? If they are going to be back in that timeframe, can't we just start now? So we did the math and I'm going to start Lupron either tomorrow or Wednesday, I am to continue using the progesterone and estrogen supplements for 4 additional days after I start the lupron. Then we wait for my period, which usually comes 3-5 days after stopping progesterone supplementation. So lets assume I'm not starting my cycle for 8-10 days, then it takes 2 weeks to prime the uterus and get it all ready for the transfer and in this last cycle they delayed me almost a week, so that would mean we'd have the results way before we want to do the transfer. If the results are bad, then we just cancel and re-start once my period comes in June. The cost to me for the medicine is only about $250-300, but it would only be wasted if the results were bad. Apparently that only happens in about 5-10% of women, so I should be fine!!!

So FX'd my biopsy comes back normal and we can continue!!!

I have personal reasons for wanting us to do this April/May cycle:

1) The due date could be my Dad's and how perfect would that be?
2) My first trimester would end in mid July, giving me time to get to Canada in late July early August
3) My second trimester wouldn't start until late October giving me the ability to go to Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving at the beginning of October
4) The birth would happen right round the end of 2013 into early 2014, which would mean my brother would be here, so the entire family would be here for the birth

If we delayed, then I might not make it back to Canada this summer and if the birth is delayed into February then my brother won't be here, or if he is it will be a pain to get him here.

Yikes, that does not sound pleasant. Can I ask you a question. Why did you have to have a biopsy? Was it for your upcoming procedure?

I've had 3 IUIs and 2 IVF's all failures, so we are trying to rule out the reason I can't get pregnant (not even a chemical). I've already been tested for having elevated NK cells, and they are known to attack foreign objects, including embryos. So this could have been my problem all along. However I didn't want to go forward and use any of my frosties until we knew for sure that there weren't any other issues. The biopsy of the uterus does 2 things, it has been known to help 'refresh' the lining and help it build back up and be more receptive to implantation, and the test I had done tests for receptivity, to see if an embryo could implant.

 

[melly2]

OUCH! Mother F#*&$#( That was not fun! It hurt for about 20 seconds, 10 with just the tube up into the uterus, then 10 while he scraped it. Then apparently I was bleeding quite a bit so he had to leave the speculum in and swab up the mess. The pain is gone, and I'm left with some minor cramping, it is unpleasant, but on a pain scale of 1-10 it is a 1 or maybe a 2. The scraping was close to at 10 though.

So my FS wanted to wait for the results which would take 2-3 weeks to get back. I'm like but why? If they are going to be back in that timeframe, can't we just start now? So we did the math and I'm going to start Lupron either tomorrow or Wednesday, I am to continue using the progesterone and estrogen supplements for 4 additional days after I start the lupron. Then we wait for my period, which usually comes 3-5 days after stopping progesterone supplementation. So lets assume I'm not starting my cycle for 8-10 days, then it takes 2 weeks to prime the uterus and get it all ready for the transfer and in this last cycle they delayed me almost a week, so that would mean we'd have the results way before we want to do the transfer. If the results are bad, then we just cancel and re-start once my period comes in June. The cost to me for the medicine is only about $250-300, but it would only be wasted if the results were bad. Apparently that only happens in about 5-10% of women, so I should be fine!!!

So FX'd my biopsy comes back normal and we can continue!!!

I have personal reasons for wanting us to do this April/May cycle:

1) The due date could be my Dad's and how perfect would that be?
2) My first trimester would end in mid July, giving me time to get to Canada in late July early August
3) My second trimester wouldn't start until late October giving me the ability to go to Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving at the beginning of October
4) The birth would happen right round the end of 2013 into early 2014, which would mean my brother would be here, so the entire family would be here for the birth

If we delayed, then I might not make it back to Canada this summer and if the birth is delayed into February then my brother won't be here, or if he is it will be a pain to get him here.

Yikes, that does not sound pleasant. Can I ask you a question. Why did you have to have a biopsy? Was it for your upcoming procedure?

I've had 3 IUIs and 2 IVF's all failures, so we are trying to rule out the reason I can't get pregnant (not even a chemical). I've already been tested for having elevated NK cells, and they are known to attack foreign objects, including embryos. So this could have been my problem all along. However I didn't want to go forward and use any of my frosties until we knew for sure that there weren't any other issues. The biopsy of the uterus does 2 things, it has been known to help 'refresh' the lining and help it build back up and be more receptive to implantation, and the test I had done tests for receptivity, to see if an embryo could implant.

Ah, I see. Thanks for the explanation. Good luck! Sorry it was painful, but hopefully it will yield great results.

 

[Babywhisperer]

OUCH! Mother F#*&$#( That was not fun! It hurt for about 20 seconds, 10 with just the tube up into the uterus, then 10 while he scraped it. Then apparently I was bleeding quite a bit so he had to leave the speculum in and swab up the mess. The pain is gone, and I'm left with some minor cramping, it is unpleasant, but on a pain scale of 1-10 it is a 1 or maybe a 2. The scraping was close to at 10 though.

So my FS wanted to wait for the results which would take 2-3 weeks to get back. I'm like but why? If they are going to be back in that timeframe, can't we just start now? So we did the math and I'm going to start Lupron either tomorrow or Wednesday, I am to continue using the progesterone and estrogen supplements for 4 additional days after I start the lupron. Then we wait for my period, which usually comes 3-5 days after stopping progesterone supplementation. So lets assume I'm not starting my cycle for 8-10 days, then it takes 2 weeks to prime the uterus and get it all ready for the transfer and in this last cycle they delayed me almost a week, so that would mean we'd have the results way before we want to do the transfer. If the results are bad, then we just cancel and re-start once my period comes in June. The cost to me for the medicine is only about $250-300, but it would only be wasted if the results were bad. Apparently that only happens in about 5-10% of women, so I should be fine!!!

So FX'd my biopsy comes back normal and we can continue!!!

I have personal reasons for wanting us to do this April/May cycle:

1) The due date could be my Dad's and how perfect would that be?
2) My first trimester would end in mid July, giving me time to get to Canada in late July early August
3) My second trimester wouldn't start until late October giving me the ability to go to Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving at the beginning of October
4) The birth would happen right round the end of 2013 into early 2014, which would mean my brother would be here, so the entire family would be here for the birth

If we delayed, then I might not make it back to Canada this summer and if the birth is delayed into February then my brother won't be here, or if he is it will be a pain to get him here.

Yikes, that does not sound pleasant. Can I ask you a question. Why did you have to have a biopsy? Was it for your upcoming procedure?

I've had 3 IUIs and 2 IVF's all failures, so we are trying to rule out the reason I can't get pregnant (not even a chemical). I've already been tested for having elevated NK cells, and they are known to attack foreign objects, including embryos. So this could have been my problem all along. However I didn't want to go forward and use any of my frosties until we knew for sure that there weren't any other issues. The biopsy of the uterus does 2 things, it has been known to help 'refresh' the lining and help it build back up and be more receptive to implantation, and the test I had done tests for receptivity, to see if an embryo could implant.

Sorry it hurt babe, but happy it didn't linger. Do you think it's smarter to wait for results? A difference of a month wouldn't be tragic. I know y

 

[Grey Eyes]

Ali- lol! I love your wording "OUCH! Mother F#*&$#" sounds like something I would say But hey--you got through it girl Sounds like you have everything set the way you need it to be ... I am feeling positive for you this round, you are really covering your bases and being so personally responsible! I admire you

Babywhisperer-- you are about 7-8 dpo...oooo test time will be coming soon. Do you have a date you want to test? Or like a beta scheduled? Not sure if they do beta with IUI...

Sams: I miss your long posts where are you?

Melly- just some thoughts...you are starting a new cycle right? There's lots you can do do improve chances, like taking guiffenesin (mucinex) to help thin cervical secretions (cm) this gives sperm a nice place to live while it waits for the egg...try to avoid using OTC lubricants as these are often hostile and actually kill sperm....avoid caffeine during your fertile week and the week or so after...hm...still thinking!

AFM
So I am talking quietly to my dd's this morning about planning today's activities. I say "we have to learn to be considerate of other people....if daddy's tummy is upset, don't jump up and down on him...if mommy is studying don't blow whistles in her ears..." etc lol! Anyway, I say "today, we are going to focus on being creative, have fun, maybe read some books, do some painting at the table. But first you need to clean your mess T, then we can get set up to paint. Painting is not only fun but you learn from it, it is quiet, and you can practice being CALMMMMmmmmmm". At the end of my carefully planned speech a little hand goes up and I say "Yes?"
"..........Um, can we just watch cartoons in our room?"



Gots my work cut out for me


Anyway it is raining and snowing and we are expecting a heavy storm so think I will traipse out to the boonies (my back yard ) and get some firewood cut! Then I have a school assignment lol

 

[Babywhisperer]

OUCH! Mother F#*&$#( That was not fun! It hurt for about 20 seconds, 10 with just the tube up into the uterus, then 10 while he scraped it. Then apparently I was bleeding quite a bit so he had to leave the speculum in and swab up the mess. The pain is gone, and I'm left with some minor cramping, it is unpleasant, but on a pain scale of 1-10 it is a 1 or maybe a 2. The scraping was close to at 10 though.

So my FS wanted to wait for the results which would take 2-3 weeks to get back. I'm like but why? If they are going to be back in that timeframe, can't we just start now? So we did the math and I'm going to start Lupron either tomorrow or Wednesday, I am to continue using the progesterone and estrogen supplements for 4 additional days after I start the lupron. Then we wait for my period, which usually comes 3-5 days after stopping progesterone supplementation. So lets assume I'm not starting my cycle for 8-10 days, then it takes 2 weeks to prime the uterus and get it all ready for the transfer and in this last cycle they delayed me almost a week, so that would mean we'd have the results way before we want to do the transfer. If the results are bad, then we just cancel and re-start once my period comes in June. The cost to me for the medicine is only about $250-300, but it would only be wasted if the results were bad. Apparently that only happens in about 5-10% of women, so I should be fine!!!

So FX'd my biopsy comes back normal and we can continue!!!

I have personal reasons for wanting us to do this April/May cycle:

1) The due date could be my Dad's and how perfect would that be?
2) My first trimester would end in mid July, giving me time to get to Canada in late July early August
3) My second trimester wouldn't start until late October giving me the ability to go to Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving at the beginning of October
4) The birth would happen right round the end of 2013 into early 2014, which would mean my brother would be here, so the entire family would be here for the birth

If we delayed, then I might not make it back to Canada this summer and if the birth is delayed into February then my brother won't be here, or if he is it will be a pain to get him here.

Yikes, that does not sound pleasant. Can I ask you a question. Why did you have to have a biopsy? Was it for your upcoming procedure?

I've had 3 IUIs and 2 IVF's all failures, so we are trying to rule out the reason I can't get pregnant (not even a chemical). I've already been tested for having elevated NK cells, and they are known to attack foreign objects, including embryos. So this could have been my problem all along. However I didn't want to go forward and use any of my frosties until we knew for sure that there weren't any other issues. The biopsy of the uterus does 2 things, it has been known to help 'refresh' the lining and help it build back up and be more receptive to implantation, and the test I had done tests for receptivity, to see if an embryo could implant.

Sorry it hurt babe, but happy it didn't linger. Do you think it's smarter to wait for results? A difference of a month wouldn't be tragic. I know you like the timing, but you really can't script these things. You have come this far, maybe a full picture of what's going on could help your outcome.

Afm, really hating the sore boobs. They are getting more sore every day. I woke up today with pain on the outsides of each breast. My bras barely fit anymore!! Would the progesterone increase boob pain and swelling each day more and more?

 

[never_give_up]

OMG Coy that is awful! Sorry to hear that happened to you again! That person needs to be locked up!! Do you have any idea who it could be?
No I don't have cramping anymore but still an achey feeling in my uterus and fibromyalgia has flared up. Also have joint pain in my hands and elbows. I had that with first miscarriage but it worse.

Hi Angel! So glad to hear from you all awesome news. REST!

Baby- glad you skipped golfing...you need to rest too!

Ali- stop worrying

AFM- Ok, so I run to the store to grab some items and get totally wrapped up in looking at little girl clothes--these gorgeous frothy outfits, tanks, dresses Then, as I step out into the wind and rain I realize (drumroll) my tire has been slashed.

Again.

 

[alicatt]

BabyWhisperer - YES your boobs will grow and hurt, that is the progesterone. Mine were popping out of my bra too. Yes the pain is on the sides, not sure why? They say it gets worse if you are pregnant I can just see me now.. going into the store and getting a 38Z! Do they make them that big? I'm a 38DD or a 40C right now.

Well it turns out we're going to have to wait, sorta kinda..

I forgot about the IVIg infusion. I called the PA to find out when in the cycle that should happen, and they said usually in the first week of stims, and that is $3000 so we shouldn't do that until we know we are going to move forward. So it looks like I will be delayed, but by putting me on the Lupron we can start my cycle as soon as we get the results, instead of having to wait for AF to show again. That means the transfer will probably happen between the 6th and 13th of May, so only 1-2 weeks delayed. That will still work in my timeframes!

 

[Babywhisperer]

BabyWhisperer - YES your boobs will grow and hurt, that is the progesterone. Mine were popping out of my bra too. Yes the pain is on the sides, not sure why? They say it gets worse if you are pregnant I can just see me now.. going into the store and getting a 38Z! Do they make them that big? I'm a 38DD or a 40C right now.

Well it turns out we're going to have to wait, sorta kinda..

I forgot about the IVIg infusion. I called the PA to find out when in the cycle that should happen, and they said usually in the first week of stims, and that is $3000 so we shouldn't do that until we know we are going to move forward. So it looks like I will be delayed, but by putting me on the Lupron we can start my cycle as soon as we get the results, instead of having to wait for AF to show again. That means the transfer will probably happen between the 6th and 13th of May, so only 1-2 weeks delayed. That will still work in my timeframes!

Hey that's great. But remember if you have twins they usually do a C section 3-4 weeks earlier so a month delayed would still be great timing!

I know the progesterone makes boobs grow and hurt, but man alive from last night to this morning they really began to hurt. Could it be the closer I get to forecasted AF arrival the progesterone amplifies the swelling? Af is due a week from today, funny enough the same day as my beta. No plan to test earlier than Fri which is 12dpiui.

 

[alicatt]

AFM
So I am talking quietly to my dd's this morning about planning today's activities. I say "we have to learn to be considerate of other people....if daddy's tummy is upset, don't jump up and down on him...if mommy is studying don't blow whistles in her ears..." etc lol! Anyway, I say "today, we are going to focus on being creative, have fun, maybe read some books, do some painting at the table. But first you need to clean your mess T, then we can get set up to paint. Painting is not only fun but you learn from it, it is quiet, and you can practice being CALMMMMmmmmmm". At the end of my carefully planned speech a little hand goes up and I say "Yes?"
"..........Um, can we just watch cartoons in our room?"



Gots my work cut out for me


Anyway it is raining and snowing and we are expecting a heavy storm so think I will traipse out to the boonies (my back yard ) and get some firewood cut! Then I have a school assignment lol

YEP.. sounds like you need to tell them that there is Mom, and Teacher Mom, and from 9-3 on M-F you are Teacher Mom, and they have to listen and do what they are told, since they are in school during that time!

You can tell them about writing lines and detention if they are bad That they have to be obedient and do their work or that will be their punishment. Man I used to hate writing lines! Do they still make kids do that? I will not chew gum in class I will not chew gum in class I will not chew gum in class I will not chew gum in class 100 times!

Or you can tell them mean Auntie Ali is going to come and whip them into shape

 

[alicatt]

BabyWhisperer - YES your boobs will grow and hurt, that is the progesterone. Mine were popping out of my bra too. Yes the pain is on the sides, not sure why? They say it gets worse if you are pregnant I can just see me now.. going into the store and getting a 38Z! Do they make them that big? I'm a 38DD or a 40C right now.

Well it turns out we're going to have to wait, sorta kinda..

I forgot about the IVIg infusion. I called the PA to find out when in the cycle that should happen, and they said usually in the first week of stims, and that is $3000 so we shouldn't do that until we know we are going to move forward. So it looks like I will be delayed, but by putting me on the Lupron we can start my cycle as soon as we get the results, instead of having to wait for AF to show again. That means the transfer will probably happen between the 6th and 13th of May, so only 1-2 weeks delayed. That will still work in my timeframes!

Hey that's great. But remember if you have twins they usually do a C section 3-4 weeks earlier so a month delayed would still be great timing!

I know the progesterone makes boobs grow and hurt, but man alive from last night to this morning they really began to hurt. Could it be the closer I get to forecasted AF arrival the progesterone amplifies the swelling? Af is due a week from today, funny enough the same day as my beta. No plan to test earlier than Fri which is 12dpiui.

YEP.. that is totally normal. I remember by about that point I'd been doing the progesterone shots and my boobs were getting progressively bigger and more painful. Then one morning I could barely get out of bed as it meant rolling on my mega sore rear, then I got up and was vertical and gravity sunk my boobs and that was just as painful! So each morning after that I'd be yelling OUCH just to get out of bed!!

 

[never_give_up]

Ali you must be so relieved that is over! A 10 sounds pretty bad for pain! 20 seconds wasn't too long though. If I ever have to have a d & c I am being put to sleep. They said I would feel some cramping but it was worse cramping then HCG and that was pretty bad. When they asked what number pain it was and I said 9 the lady must have put more painkiller in my ivf cuz it then subsided. I probably should have said something sooner.

 

[never_give_up]

Angel Yay for all you can eat phase! I am happy that you are no longer vomitting with just drinking water. That must have been awful. I will be thinking of you on Thursday Praying for you. You are a strong lady!

Hey Everyone!!!

Angel - How are you feeling? We haven't seen a post recently.. Hoping things are going well at your Mom's and that your DH is starting to come around. Give us an update if you can, inquiring minds want to know how you are doing and feeling

I'm still in the throes of first trimester woefullness Ali . Hopefully a good sign this time but it means that I have absolutely no energy or concentration to post girls, sorry. I refuse to complain. I've actaully counted up that I have been having first trimester symptoms off and on for 9 months out of the past 15months so I think my body is really beginning to hate feeling this way . I feel so run down and familiar feeling like this that I am contemplating that this will be the last time as I can't face feeling like this again.



Although I'm glad to say I can now eat again, I went through about 5 days that I couldnt even keep water down, it was dreadful. I also took a reaction to the antibiotics I was on for a UTI and chest infection so I was feeling very sorry for myself last week! I'm now at the eat all I can phase to keep the nausea away so I feel a bit better.



My next scan is on Thursday, a nervous one for me as I should be just over 9 weeks, crunch time...




I moved back home a couple of days ago on the proviso that DH attends his GP and starts AA. The ball is in his court now. Things are strained, especially as I'm grumpy and hormonal anyway so we're giving each other a wide bearth at the moment.


I'm reading ladies and hopefully normal service will resume with me shortly. Thinking of you all xo

 

[never_give_up]

That is great news Ali! Like Baby whisperer said. With twins a couple weeks delayed will still put you right on track

BabyWhisperer - YES your boobs will grow and hurt, that is the progesterone. Mine were popping out of my bra too. Yes the pain is on the sides, not sure why? They say it gets worse if you are pregnant I can just see me now.. going into the store and getting a 38Z! Do they make them that big? I'm a 38DD or a 40C right now.

Well it turns out we're going to have to wait, sorta kinda..

I forgot about the IVIg infusion. I called the PA to find out when in the cycle that should happen, and they said usually in the first week of stims, and that is $3000 so we shouldn't do that until we know we are going to move forward. So it looks like I will be delayed, but by putting me on the Lupron we can start my cycle as soon as we get the results, instead of having to wait for AF to show again. That means the transfer will probably happen between the 6th and 13th of May, so only 1-2 weeks delayed. That will still work in my timeframes!

 

[melly2]

Melly- just some thoughts...you are starting a new cycle right? There's lots you can do do improve chances, like taking guiffenesin (mucinex) to help thin cervical secretions (cm) this gives sperm a nice place to live while it waits for the egg...try to avoid using OTC lubricants as these are often hostile and actually kill sperm....avoid caffeine during your fertile week and the week or so after...hm...still thinking!

Thanks for the suggestion. Do you advise mucinex every day? I have used preseed, and wasn't sure if that was good or not?

I hope my cycle shortens a bit (a lot, actually). Right now, I'm at 43 days. I will limit caffeine, but that will be hard...black coffee first thing in the morning is my one vice.

Hubby is suppose to do another semen analysis this week. The office accepts these between 11-2PM, which is not ideal time for him, so he will need to take a half day off work. He can't even begin to fathom having to do a deposit at the actual doctor's office.

 

[Samsfan]

Melly- Very exciting times for you.

Babywhisperer- I remember progesterone made me feel so pregnant. It was the worst pain. Hopefully you will get some relief soon.

Alicatt- So sorry for the pain! Yikes, the thought makes me want to throw up Hope things come back good for you.

Coy- You miss me? The DD's are so funny! You have your hands full. Sorry about the weather. When does it get warm out there? for the first time is gorgeous here. 60ish. I left work early. Took my work home, because the building was baking.

Chantal- How are you doing?

Well- I decided I think I'm going to aim for end of May. I know I keeprepeating myself...but I keep repeating it in my mind. If my IVF is successful in June can I go to Europe in August?

Melly- just some thoughts...you are starting a new cycle right? There's lots you can do do improve chances, like taking guiffenesin (mucinex) to help thin cervical secretions (cm) this gives sperm a nice place to live while it waits for the egg...try to avoid using OTC lubricants as these are often hostile and actually kill sperm....avoid caffeine during your fertile week and the week or so after...hm...still thinking!

Thanks for the suggestion. Do you advise mucinex every day? I have used preseed, and wasn't sure if that was good or not?

I hope my cycle shortens a bit (a lot, actually). Right now, I'm at 43 days. I will limit caffeine, but that will be hard...black coffee first thing in the morning is my one vice.

Hubby is suppose to do another semen analysis this week. The office accepts these between 11-2PM, which is not ideal time for him, so he will need to take a half day off work. He can't even begin to fathom having to do a deposit at the actual doctor's office.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Melly- yes I would start taking the Mucinex now...that way you are "primed and ready" for ertile period. After ovulation I think you can stop, or maybe 3-5 days afer?

Sams. Yes, I will let you go to Europe if your June IVF fails. Think positive! How bout if you get a June IVF you send ME to Europe? lol

 

[alicatt]

Ali you must be so relieved that is over! A 10 sounds pretty bad for pain! 20 seconds wasn't too long though. If I ever have to have a d & c I am being put to sleep. They said I would feel some cramping but it was worse cramping then HCG and that was pretty bad. When they asked what number pain it was and I said 9 the lady must have put more painkiller in my ivf cuz it then subsided. I probably should have said something sooner.

YEP.. I think I mentioned that when you said you were going to be awake.. UMM.. are you sure you want to do that? Ya, I can only imagine that was NOT FUN!

My uterus feels like its very swollen and is quite unhappy. I was hoping to get out of here around 5, but alas it is almost 5:40! I'm leaving now, and get to work from home tomorrow So that will be good.

 

[alicatt]

Melly- just some thoughts...you are starting a new cycle right? There's lots you can do do improve chances, like taking guiffenesin (mucinex) to help thin cervical secretions (cm) this gives sperm a nice place to live while it waits for the egg...try to avoid using OTC lubricants as these are often hostile and actually kill sperm....avoid caffeine during your fertile week and the week or so after...hm...still thinking!

Thanks for the suggestion. Do you advise mucinex every day? I have used preseed, and wasn't sure if that was good or not?

I hope my cycle shortens a bit (a lot, actually). Right now, I'm at 43 days. I will limit caffeine, but that will be hard...black coffee first thing in the morning is my one vice.

Hubby is suppose to do another semen analysis this week. The office accepts these between 11-2PM, which is not ideal time for him, so he will need to take a half day off work. He can't even begin to fathom having to do a deposit at the actual doctor's office.

Preseed is OK, it is one that encourages to get where they need to go. Mucinex is only necessary for about 7-10 days. Basically from when you stop bleeding until you ovulate, and I think I would take the max dose which is 1200mg a day (just read the box).