New TTC Thread

[esbrick]

KG, I would probably pack more than 2....so you've shown good restraint!

We waited over an hour and a half to see the dr this morning. Our appt was at 9:30 and we didn't see him until after 11. I was pissed but just hoped that they wouldn't charge us too much (it was $215 for our initial consult before all our IUI's etc).

Well...we walked out WITH a "sample" (300 iu) of Gonal F and the pen to put it in -- which will be the injectables I'm going to take -- and.....

*drumroll please*


The receptionist said it was $20 for today!!!!!!




We already have a $315 credit on our account so this means that we still have a $295 credit left to go towards the cycle!!! (we found out about the credit on last visit, and are not 100% sure where it came from, but we'll take it!!)

The cycle will go something like this: I'm still on the birth control pills -- I take those until the 31st (next Wednesday). They expect my AF to start a few days later, and then I have my baseline ultrasound (and bloodwork) on Monday the 5th at 11 am, which should be CD 3 or 4. Assuming everything looks fine, which it should especially after BC, I will start my Gonal F injectables that same day. I'm taking the lowest dose, of 75 IU a day. I'll take it for 4 days, and then go in for a follicle check on Friday the 9th (Thank God I'm off that day already). If they seem to be growing quickly, I'll have another check that Saturday as well. Otherwise, I'll be back in Monday the 12th for another ultrasound. (I may or may not need more meds, and if I do they will order them on the 9th when I go for that first follie check). And then possibly another follie check Tuesday and/or Wednesday, etc. There could be every day checks after that. I'll be on a different trigger this time (probably Pregnyl, whereas I was on Novarelle last 3 IUIs) and will take it whenever my follies are ready. The IUI will most likely take place between that Wednesday to Friday. (April 14th, 15th, or 16th)

We are shooting for 4 follicles this time! 3 would be an okay number but since we're spending all this extra money and this is the 4th IUI, I want to really get aggressive. The RE said "4 or more" would be fine for me...yeah!!!

Also we are going with a different donor than what we had. Maybe this other one just wasn't working.

So we are upping the ante' here and I'm very excited!!!

Cheri ~ That is great news! So awesome to have a plan and going for the four follies! Bring on sista! Also great on being proactive and getting the new doner!

Just finished up Cupcake Science Project 2010! Awesome! All I need to do is print it out tomorrow! Yahoo!

Hope you are all doing well this evening!

Eilis

 

[Kennywife]

We got a HUGE tax refund this year!!!!! $1500!!!!!!!

Yay!

Kenny told me we could split some of it and I could take some of it on my work trips. The rest we're putting back. Kenny and I are thinking of seeing if we can get a new, well, new to us car this year. We neeed one!

I'm going to see my dx Friday and talk to her about my fibroids and whatnot.

Oh, you said you wanted to see some of the work that I write on. Well, here's a few links to some articles I have written for a site called helium. The third one is really funny. It's about mine and Kenny's trip to Eureka Springs/Branson last summer for our 3 year anniversary and nothing went right.


http://www.helium.com/items/1714544-travel-in-your-own-backyard

http://www.helium.com/items/1684064-traveling-solo-as-a-woman

http://www.helium.com/items/1684099-road-trip-to-eureka-springs-arkansas-and-branson-missouri


Enjoy!

 

[Kennywife]

OMG ladies, I'm sitting here crying.

Not sad, happy! NO, I'm not preggo yet, but could be on my way.

I told my gyno last time I saw her Kenny and I wanted to start ttc and she knows about my fibroids and reeeaallly irregular periods. She suggested I use some ovulation tests to see when I would be most likely to ovulate even when I am not ttc. (So we'll have an idea of when to try).

So, I've tried a couple and today, got a breakthrough.....I have two beautiful blue lines!!!!!! You know how the ocean at Castaway Cay looks when it's real nice out? That's how blue they are! I screamed I was so happy!

It's funny cause Kenny and I are taking a wait and see attitude now since I may need surgery for fibroids this year. The pressure is off and I see this.

Anna

 

[esbrick]

OMG ladies, I'm sitting here crying.

Not sad, happy! NO, I'm not preggo yet, but could be on my way.

I told my gyno last time I saw her Kenny and I wanted to start ttc and she knows about my fibroids and reeeaallly irregular periods. She suggested I use some ovulation tests to see when I would be most likely to ovulate even when I am not ttc. (So we'll have an idea of when to try).

So, I've tried a couple and today, got a breakthrough.....I have two beautiful blue lines!!!!!! You know how the ocean at Castaway Cay looks when it's real nice out? That's how blue they are! I screamed I was so happy!

It's funny cause Kenny and I are taking a wait and see attitude now since I may need surgery for fibroids this year. The pressure is off and I see this.

Anna

Anna that is fantastic news! Have fun doing the horizontal mombo as soon as your Kenny gets home! I'm all pretzeled for you and stuff!

 

[cherbear]

Anna that's super exciting!!

And I'm jealous you got back $ on your taxes. We usually get back almost that much but we have to PAY over $1300 this year!

 

[Kronk's girl]

Cher- Wow, I really hope that upping the ante does the trick this time!

Anna- can't wait to read your articles, and aren't OPK's great? They make me feel like I am getting a BFP, haha- I guess because so far that is the only type of positive I have ever gotten!

Esbrick- what's the cupcake science project? It sounds tasty

I hope everyone is doing well, I foolishly used the due date calculator...I just can't help myself every month! Well if this worked I would have a baby on Christmas Eve- I couldn't ask for a more perfect gift!!! But I won't get my hopes up- I am sticking with thinking positive.. and realistically

 

[TandT]

Hi ladies!! Looks like a lot of activity has been going on around here

Eilis- That is so awesome that you are moving on to IVF! I'm sure that the insurance process is a pain in the rear I read what you posted about your Mom the other day..... you are NOT alone...my Mom acts the same way in a certain regard. I finally realized that I just need to stop TRYING so hard to include her in my personal life. She is somewhat of a selfish person....and it saddens me to say that Oh...btw...what in gods creation is the "Cupcake Science Project"???


Kronks' Girl- Eww....the dreaded 2 week wait. Its good that you are bringing the pregnancy tests with you!!! Wouldn't it be cool if you found out that you were pregnant on vacation!! I thought for sure I was going to use my test that i brought with me on the cruise last month...but the HAG showed up earlier than I expected....grrrr... Lots of pixie dust for you this month!!!!


Cheri- Gonal F samples for $20!! Lucky ducky!! Its great that you are moving onto injectables AND trying another donor!!!! Sometimes thats all you need is a switch up I wonder what the difference is between all the different injectables?? My doctor suggested that I do Follistim after we are done with the clomid.....just curious if you have an idea

Anna- That is AWESOME that you got a positive OPK

I remember when I first saw my CBE monitor read "high fertility" I thought I was on top of the world....I kept thinking..... I'M FERTILE!! I'M FERTILE!!! Still never got that "PEAK fertility" reading

So..as to HOW fertile I was...who knows But you would of thought it was a positive pregnancy test base on the way I was acting Hope this is IT for you!! Lots of babydust this month for you



AFM -- Well I am feeling a like a big bloated MESS. My stomach literally looks like I am 4 months pregnant...UGH. I suffer from IBS and the week before my period I bloat up even more!! For some reason, this month has been one of the worst. I have been literally been wearing rags all week....i'm surprised my husband hasnt busted me out on the frumpy clothes I thought for sure this month I may have been pregnant...even though I took this month off the drugs. My ****s are really super tender, I am super gassy, and feel like super crappy But nooooooo I took 2 preggo tests so far----- both NEGATIVE.
Now I am a day late and no spotting whatsoever. Im sooo frustrated My body just loves to mess with me

Well..WHEN and IF I start my period.....the plan is to start back on Clomid+trigger shot+ IUI(first time) ....hubby wants to do a few more of these if we dont get pregnant. I , on the other hand would really just want to start the Follistim if this cycle doesnt work....SO who knows WHO will win that battle....LOL.... I just want to get pregnant ALREADY

 

[cherbear]

T&T, my dr said the Gonal F and follistism are in the same category (manmade, but he used some big word I can't remember!)

One thing he mentioned about Gonal F is that they have some sort of guarantee where your 3rd cycle of it is free if the first two don't work. Don't quote me on that, but it was some sort of deal he spoke of.

I really hope this is IT for ya!!!!

Leaving for Texas tomorrow but I'll try to check in on my phone if I can. Busy busy weekend ahead!

I hope someone gets a BFP while I'm gone!!

 

[Kennywife]

Hi ladies!! Looks like a lot of activity has been going on around here

Eilis- That is so awesome that you are moving on to IVF! I'm sure that the insurance process is a pain in the rear I read what you posted about your Mom the other day..... you are NOT alone...my Mom acts the same way in a certain regard. I finally realized that I just need to stop TRYING so hard to include her in my personal life. She is somewhat of a selfish person....and it saddens me to say that Oh...btw...what in gods creation is the "Cupcake Science Project"???


Kronks' Girl- Eww....the dreaded 2 week wait. Its good that you are bringing the pregnancy tests with you!!! Wouldn't it be cool if you found out that you were pregnant on vacation!! I thought for sure I was going to use my test that i brought with me on the cruise last month...but the HAG showed up earlier than I expected....grrrr... Lots of pixie dust for you this month!!!!


Cheri- Gonal F samples for $20!! Lucky ducky!! Its great that you are moving onto injectables AND trying another donor!!!! Sometimes thats all you need is a switch up I wonder what the difference is between all the different injectables?? My doctor suggested that I do Follistim after we are done with the clomid.....just curious if you have an idea

Anna- That is AWESOME that you got a positive OPK

I remember when I first saw my CBE monitor read "high fertility" I thought I was on top of the world....I kept thinking..... I'M FERTILE!! I'M FERTILE!!! Still never got that "PEAK fertility" reading

So..as to HOW fertile I was...who knows But you would of thought it was a positive pregnancy test base on the way I was acting Hope this is IT for you!! Lots of babydust this month for you



AFM -- Well I am feeling a like a big bloated MESS. My stomach literally looks like I am 4 months pregnant...UGH. I suffer from IBS and the week before my period I bloat up even more!! For some reason, this month has been one of the worst. I have been literally been wearing rags all week....i'm surprised my husband hasnt busted me out on the frumpy clothes I thought for sure this month I may have been pregnant...even though I took this month off the drugs. My ****s are really super tender, I am super gassy, and feel like super crappy But nooooooo I took 2 preggo tests so far----- both NEGATIVE.
Now I am a day late and no spotting whatsoever. Im sooo frustrated My body just loves to mess with me

Well..WHEN and IF I start my period.....the plan is to start back on Clomid+trigger shot+ IUI(first time) ....hubby wants to do a few more of these if we dont get pregnant. I , on the other hand would really just want to start the Follistim if this cycle doesnt work....SO who knows WHO will win that battle....LOL.... I just want to get pregnant ALREADY

Oh, I know all about IBS girl. I suffer from it myself. I try to be careful what I eat and watch the stress, although ttc is not helping the situation! LOL!

Anyhoo, my dx put me on a med for IBS which really helps, Nulev. It can make me constipated though if I don't eat enough fiber. Oh, I take a probiotic like Colon Health as well. HTH.

Even though I got a good reading, we're not going to try until after I talk to my gyno tommorrow. I want to get my fibroids removed sometime this year so my periods will be regular and I won't be in so much misery. Hey, at least I know I can ovulate now.

Anna

 

[Kronk's girl]

T&T- Oh I really hope those tests were wrong and that this is IT!! I know what you mean about the sore chest, mine hurts so bad! And "they" say that it hurts worse when you are pregnant...I can't imagine them hurting any worse. Some months I cannot sleep on my stomach or jump because they feel like bricks, unfortunately (for me) they are very tiny bricks .

Ugh, I am in one of those moods where I am very restless about waiting for baby! So I hope the stork visits ALL of us SOON!

 

[esbrick]

T&T- Oh I really hope those tests were wrong and that this is IT!! I know what you mean about the sore chest, mine hurts so bad! And "they" say that it hurts worse when you are pregnant...I can't imagine them hurting any worse. Some months I cannot sleep on my stomach or jump because they feel like bricks, unfortunately (for me) they are very tiny bricks .

Ugh, I am in one of those moods where I am very restless about waiting for baby! So I hope the stork visits ALL of us SOON!

My b00bs still feel like just before AF. Usually they have stopped being uncomfortable by now. Weird, just weird. . .

Hi ladies!! Looks like a lot of activity has been going on around here

Eilis- That is so awesome that you are moving on to IVF! I'm sure that the insurance process is a pain in the rear I read what you posted about your Mom the other day..... you are NOT alone...my Mom acts the same way in a certain regard. I finally realized that I just need to stop TRYING so hard to include her in my personal life. She is somewhat of a selfish person....and it saddens me to say that Oh...btw...what in gods creation is the "Cupcake Science Project"???

Well my mom is talking to me again and of course touting how she is going to become an expert on IVF now. She did adjust her meds so that is good. I gave her an update last night but held back a bit. I don't want to be disappointed again. My mom is self absorbed normally and she has OCD (I swear if it wern't for my dad you would see her on hoarders!) so when her meds are off the crazy gets ramped up! Ahh the cupcake experiment was baking 3 different cupcakes in 3 different ovens and finding out which one came out of the oven the hottest. It was a tasty experiment and took alot of imagination! I'm just glad my part is done. My biggest fear is that her mother is going to fall short with her time management on the creative but honestly I gotta let it happen unfortunately. We shall see
AFM -- Well I am feeling a like a big bloated MESS. My stomach literally looks like I am 4 months pregnant...UGH. I suffer from IBS and the week before my period I bloat up even more!! For some reason, this month has been one of the worst. I have been literally been wearing rags all week....i'm surprised my husband hasnt busted me out on the frumpy clothes I thought for sure this month I may have been pregnant...even though I took this month off the drugs. My ****s are really super tender, I am super gassy, and feel like super crappy But nooooooo I took 2 preggo tests so far----- both NEGATIVE.
Now I am a day late and no spotting whatsoever. Im sooo frustrated My body just loves to mess with me

Well..WHEN and IF I start my period.....the plan is to start back on Clomid+trigger shot+ IUI(first time) ....hubby wants to do a few more of these if we dont get pregnant. I , on the other hand would really just want to start the Follistim if this cycle doesnt work....SO who knows WHO will win that battle....LOL.... I just want to get pregnant ALREADY

Any updates? Did AF show? Did a BFP? How's your tummy?

 

[esbrick]

Morning! I spoke with the IVF Insurance lady at the RE's office yesterday so I am approved insurance wise which is fantastic! I also left a message with the schedule coordinator as well. I am hoping that we can get in sooner rather then later. Fingers crossed ya know! It will mean 2 or 3 days off in the next couple of months so I need to speak to the boss about that too.

Busy day at work today!

KG ~ How are you doing today? How many more days left?

Anna ~ I am going to make our ADR's this weekend for May! I am so excited!

Talk to you all soon and hope everyone is well!

Eilis

 

[Kennywife]

Well, I've got news, not sure right now if it's good or bad.

I went to see my gyno and talked to her about ttc. I told her all we were doing and that I was using the fertility tests and could ovulate now. She is referring me to a reproductive endocrinologist to see what can be done about my fibroids. What's worse is that she used the I word today.....Infertility.

I'm just upset and it's not fair! Then I went to Ross to buy some shoes (shopping therapy) and saw this b***h with three kids and preggo again!!!! She was yelling at her kids and letting them run all over the store. I couldn't help myself, I just finally said it, "That's the b***hes who can conceive instead of the good women like me." I don't care if she heard me. I don't care if they all did. If she doesn't appreciate what she has, she shouldn't have them.

Anna

 

[esbrick]

Well, I've got news, not sure right now if it's good or bad.

I went to see my gyno and talked to her about ttc. I told her all we were doing and that I was using the fertility tests and could ovulate now. She is referring me to a reproductive endocrinologist to see what can be done about my fibroids. What's worse is that she used the I word today.....Infertility.

I'm just upset and it's not fair! Then I went to Ross to buy some shoes (shopping therapy) and saw this b***h with three kids and preggo again!!!! She was yelling at her kids and letting them run all over the store. I couldn't help myself, I just finally said it, "That's the b***hes who can conceive instead of the good women like me." I don't care if she heard me. I don't care if they all did. If she doesn't appreciate what she has, she shouldn't have them.

Anna

It caught me off guard the first time I said it out loud. It actually took me a few minutes when talking to the BCBS lady to catch my breath. I know how you feel.

As for the vent, Hang in there! We all have our moments and it's better to get it out then let it fester. Besides you can always come here too!

You've taken the next step, however painful, but it is a step and that is good. Let us know when you make your appointment and if you have any questions.

 

[D&DDisney]

I'm just upset and it's not fair! Then I went to Ross to buy some shoes (shopping therapy) and saw this b***h with three kids and preggo again!!!! She was yelling at her kids and letting them run all over the store. I couldn't help myself, I just finally said it, "That's the b***hes who can conceive instead of the good women like me." I don't care if she heard me. I don't care if they all did. If she doesn't appreciate what she has, she shouldn't have them.

Anna

Amen sister!!! You tell them. Just because you CAN reproduce, doesn't mean you SHOULD!!!

I'm officially out today!! I give up. This is crazy. Just doesn't get any more textbook than this. WTH is going on here????
I'm just gonna go sit in a chair, drink and complain.

 

[esbrick]

Amen sister!!! You tell them. Just because you CAN reproduce, doesn't mean you SHOULD!!!

I'm officially out today!! I give up. This is crazy. Just doesn't get any more textbook than this. WTH is going on here????
I'm just gonna go sit in a chair, drink and complain.

I'm joining you on the

 

[Kennywife]

I've already started with the I've got leftover pizza and cheesecake from the cheesecake factory, plus some bacardi and some cookies. I'm gonna watch Iron Man and ever RDJ movie I have and eat and drink still I'm sloshed. Who's with me?! LOL.

Anna

 

[TandT]

Well, I've got news, not sure right now if it's good or bad.

I went to see my gyno and talked to her about ttc. I told her all we were doing and that I was using the fertility tests and could ovulate now. She is referring me to a reproductive endocrinologist to see what can be done about my fibroids. What's worse is that she used the I word today.....Infertility.

I'm just upset and it's not fair! Then I went to Ross to buy some shoes (shopping therapy) and saw this b***h with three kids and preggo again!!!! She was yelling at her kids and letting them run all over the store. I couldn't help myself, I just finally said it, "That's the b***hes who can conceive instead of the good women like me." I don't care if she heard me. I don't care if they all did. If she doesn't appreciate what she has, she shouldn't have them.

Anna

I have come across those type of women.....I get just as frustrated

 

[TandT]

Morning! I spoke with the IVF Insurance lady at the RE's office yesterday so I am approved insurance wise which is fantastic! I also left a message with the schedule coordinator as well. I am hoping that we can get in sooner rather then later. Fingers crossed ya know! It will mean 2 or 3 days off in the next couple of months so I need to speak to the boss about that too.

Busy day at work today!

KG ~ How are you doing today? How many more days left?

Anna ~ I am going to make our ADR's this weekend for May! I am so excited!

Talk to you all soon and hope everyone is well!

Eilis

Eilis!! AWESOME news about your insurance coverage!! If it were up to me....EVERYONE...well all sane women.. would get healthcare coverage on infertility:!!


AFM----

I'm starting to recover from my IBS episode Still NO period....last time I tested was Wed AM ?? ......... Anyway....I i decided I am NOT going to test again until Monday if I dont start my period. Today is CD33......according to last month, I am on a 30 day cycle....BUT I have had 35 day cycles...so I am not getting THAT excited about being somewhat late. My body is a cruel and unusual piece of equipment ....it likes to trick me alot

 

[RachaelRol]

Hi Ladies!

I've been running around like a crazy woman and have tried to keep up with the haps of the TTC.

Anna: I am so sorry you are frustrated. It is so unfair when all the wrong woman keep getting pregnant! Hearing the I word is a betrayal of the body in the cruelest possible way. I am AND WE are all here for you.