Any other DISers trying to concieve? Reread OP for the QOTD!

[skuttle]

Guess I'll just pick a prenatal and go with it! Watch...I'll pick the one that makes me sick. This will probably be my last month on the pill.

 

[AllyandJack]

I was shocked after I stopped BCP and went back to normal right away. I had one cycle after about 5 months that was about 40 days long. My doctor gave me a shot in the butt of progesterone to get it going and did some bloodwork. I checked out fine. I never had a problem after that - it was just a fluke. Hey, at least one thing went right!

I think my E2 was OK since I'm keeping with the 100iu. She called me from her cell phone in her car and I didn't want to ask her to flip through her papers to give me the #. I don't need her getting hurt. As long as she didn't tell me to lower the dose, I'm all good. I go back tomorrow. I get a day off today! Woo-hoo! Last night, the needles hurt so bad. The Lupron needle was dull or something and it wouldn't go in, so DH had to push it. The Follistim needle has to be left in for 10 seconds after injecting and I was in tears by the time DH took it out. I don't know what in the heck happened. It's times like that when I get really angry. Making a baby shouldn't HURT. It should be FUN. Having the baby is the part that should hurt. I'm doing this all backwards. Maybe I'll luck out and I'll be one of those people who stands up and has the baby just birth itself. DH is convinced he's going to be delivering the baby on I-93. The hospital is over an hour away. Ha, I should be so lucky!

How is everyone doing? How are our newly pregnant people?

 

[2bemarried]

Last night, the needles hurt so bad. The Lupron needle was dull or something and it wouldn't go in, so DH had to push it. The Follistim needle has to be left in for 10 seconds after injecting and I was in tears by the time DH took it out. I don't know what in the heck happened. It's times like that when I get really angry. Making a baby shouldn't HURT. It should be FUN. Having the baby is the part that should hurt. I'm doing this all backwards. Maybe I'll luck out and I'll be one of those people who stands up and has the baby just birth itself. DH is convinced he's going to be delivering the baby on I-93. The hospital is over an hour away. Ha, I should be so lucky!

Those are all the faces I just made when reading that paragragh. I'm going to go have to go through the same thing and it scares the daylights out of me. I HATE needles. I've been known to passout when I've had to give blood before. Remind me again why it is we women are the ones that have to get pregnant and give birth. Can't the men do it?

 

[Pollito916]

AllyandJack - I'm sorry you're having such a hard time with the Lupron. Needles are no fun. I actually didn't know Lupron could be used for infertility until I came here. When I had it, it was to put me through menopause for endo.

So far the pregnancy seems to be going well, just a little nauseous, but it's really not bad so far. I can't stand to look at some foods, but I feel hungry almost all of the time. I just can't seem to eat enough! I called the doctor, but since I don't have a history of any problems and this is my first pregnancy, they don't see me until 10 weeks. That seems like forever to me, especially since I am only about 4 1/2 weeks. Oh well, I already have been taking prenatals, and they haven't caused any problems for me either, so I guess I can wait.

 

[AllyandJack]

Kristy, you'll be fine. Seriously, you'll surprise yourself. When do you go back to your doctor to get the ball rolling? The anticipation is the worst part.

Pollito, the Lupron does the same thing.....it's used to suppress the system. Holy hot flashes! I'm happy everything is going well with the pregnancy. Ten weeks is a long time, but it'll go by fast hopefully.

 

[2bemarried]

Pollito...so glad to hear that everything is going well for you!

Carla I have an appointment with my RE Tuesday at 10. I thought AF was back yesterday but no...she's just giving me all the symptoms instead So...I'm hoping that she may hold off a couple of days longer and I won't have to wait till my next cycle to start the shots.

 

[beckmrk04]

OK- well: I got the job I wanted!!! Yea!!!

My theory (not sure if I posted this here) was that I didn't get pregnant last month because I needed to get a new job (I haven't really worked since January) and we need the money if we're going to have a kid. Soooooo. Job: check. Pregnant: not yet, but I O this weekend!!! Then, the dreaded 2ww. Ugh. But, I'm armed with Dollar Tree HPTs (so I don't waste a fortune if they are all BFNs).

Carla- I have a good feeling about this round for you!!! I really DO think June is our lucky month!

Pollito- I'm so excited for you- 10 weeks will fly by with just the sheer excitement of it all!

 

[tiggersmom2]

Hey guys!! Just wanted to weigh in with my thoughts on the best HPTs (since I am now a bona-fide expert on them )

The first response HPT is reported as the best for early detection....I can say this is not true. The Accu-clear test is AWESOME! I got a positive test on my 8 dpo ( that is almost unheard of) with this test. You can buy the Accu-clear test at Rite Aid pharmacy and Target. I have tested pretty much ALL of the HPTs and now they are all positive, but the Accu clear had the clearest result on the early tests.

Now, I was totally blown away when I did get that BFP b/c I didn't do any of my "baby preparations" last month. No robitussin, no BD EVERY day, I did NOT abstain from alcohol and most importantly I wasn't stressing about ttc b/c I was having too much fun at WDW!!!

I have been nauseous a little bit but that is it. I am sending all of you guys pixie dust! I just know this is the month for you Carla!!!

I hope you guys don't mind if I pop in with updates from time to time.

 

[2bemarried]

Becky CONGRATS on the job!!!!!!

tiggersmom2 thanks for the info on the HPT's. You're always welcome to come back here and let us know how you're doing

 

[AllyandJack]

Becky, YAY on the job! When do you start? It's all falling into place now. All you have to do now is plan a romantic weekend....

tiggersmom, thank you for the cheers. You have to come back and check in on us and let us know how you're doing.

Kristy, I was able to start my BCP as late as CD5, so hopefully AF will stay away an appropriate amount of time so you don't have to wait a cycle.

 

[2bemarried]

Carla....here's another clueless question. Why do you have to go back on BCP for IVF? That doesn't make sense to me. How long do you take that before you start the injections?

Edited to add a question:

Also...how do you deem CD1 as just that? AF always makes her presence know slowly. One day it will be very very light spotting that only need a little pad. The next day or two is when I need something of substance to take care of her.

 

[mickeyboat]

So far the pregnancy seems to be going well, just a little nauseous, but it's really not bad so far. I can't stand to look at some foods, but I feel hungry almost all of the time. I just can't seem to eat enough! I called the doctor, but since I don't have a history of any problems and this is my first pregnancy, they don't see me until 10 weeks. That seems like forever to me, especially since I am only about 4 1/2 weeks. Oh well, I already have been taking prenatals, and they haven't caused any problems for me either, so I guess I can wait.

Not sure I said it before, but Congrats!

I know it seems like a long time to wait, but it's really only 5 1/2 weeks away, and befor you know it 1/4 of your PG will be over. If you start spotting, even a little bit, call your doctor and ask to be seen right away! Don't wait for the 10th week, or wait to see if things get better on their own.

Denae

 

[AllyandJack]

Kristy, different places use the BCP for different reasons. Some use it because they have "cycles" they follow. So, they put patients on BCP to control their cycles in order to get them to fit into a particular cycle. My RE is in private practice, so whenever I'm ready, I just get going. The bigger clinics will be more regimented by how many people they let into each cycle and how often the run cycles. Along with the timing, they are also used to be sure any possible cysts are taken care of. My RE uses them for at least 2.5 weeks prior to starting Lupron. She thinks it's good to gently lull the ovaries into submission instead of shocking them with the Lupron. BCP will usually take care of any cysts or leftover follicles from the prior cycle. Some places don't use them at all - usually on older patients with higher FSH (or younger patients with high FSH) because they are difficult to stimulate and they try not to suppress them as much as a younger person with a lower FSH. You might not have to be on them....it all depends on how your doctor or clinic operates. My RE says if I need to use something, it's CD1. Of course, I usually overestimate, see a spot, put something on only to find that it was premature.

Pollito, I agree with Denae....if you get any pain or spotting, don't brush it off and demand to be seen.

I just got in the shower....with my flippin' socks on. I think my brain is on vacation.

 

[2bemarried]

Kristy, different places use the BCP for different reasons. Some use it because they have "cycles" they follow. So, they put patients on BCP to control their cycles in order to get them to fit into a particular cycle. My RE is in private practice, so whenever I'm ready, I just get going. The bigger clinics will be more regimented by how many people they let into each cycle and how often the run cycles. Along with the timing, they are also used to be sure any possible cysts are taken care of. My RE uses them for at least 2.5 weeks prior to starting Lupron. She thinks it's good to gently lull the ovaries into submission instead of shocking them with the Lupron. BCP will usually take care of any cysts or leftover follicles from the prior cycle. Some places don't use them at all - usually on older patients with higher FSH (or younger patients with high FSH) because they are difficult to stimulate and they try not to suppress them as much as a younger person with a lower FSH. You might not have to be on them....it all depends on how your doctor or clinic operates. My RE says if I need to use something, it's CD1. Of course, I usually overestimate, see a spot, put something on only to find that it was premature.

Thank you! That all makes sense now. My RE is at Duke Hospital so I have no idea if she does the "group cycle" thing. I'm hoping that she doesn't. I want to start this as soon as possible

 

[LisaB]

What hospital are you affiliated with??

 

[AllyandJack]

NEMC in Boston. Their Reproductive Endocrinology unit is the Boston center of the Women and Infant's Hospital of Rhode Island. I only go there for retrieval and transfer and I do everything else at my doctor's private office north of Boston. Nice digs....private room with a plasma TV.

 

[Pollito916]

Congratulations on the new job Becky! It looks like everything is falling into line for you.

Thanks to everyone for the advice. I will definitely call if I have any problems. And 3 different people from the office have already called since yesterday afternoon to congratulate me, ask how I'm feeling, any questions, etc. One of my friends used the same office for both of her pregnancies and she was very happy with it. The only thing I'm not looking forward to is that there are 10 doctors in the office, and any of them could be there for the delivery. I would prefer my own doctor, but I guess I have time to get to know the others.

 

[mickeyboat]

The only thing I'm not looking forward to is that there are 10 doctors in the office, and any of them could be there for the delivery. I would prefer my own doctor, but I guess I have time to get to know the others.

My midwifery service was like that, but they tried really hard to give you an opportunity to get to know all of them during your pregnancy. To be perfectly honest with you, I would have better liked to have gotten a chance to know the L&D nurses, as I spent more time with them during labor than than with the midwife, who checked in on me all the time, but wasn't a real presence until later in my labor. With Emily, I came to the hospital fully dialated, so I didn't spend much time with anyone before she was born. I didn't care who got her out of me, as long as someone did.

Denae

 

[LisaB]

My doctor is with Woman and Infants. My aunt has a friend whose son is at Mass General I think I will have to ask her where he is. He used to babysit her kids

 

[AllyandJack]

My doctor is with Woman and Infants. My aunt has a friend whose son is at Mass General I think I will have to ask her where he is. He used to babysit her kids

Do you go to RI or NEMC? I think there are 2 other doctors at the NEMC site. I've only met one other one there when she consulted on my ectopic. I've heard MGH was starting up an infertility department. Are you considering changing doctors?