New TTC Thread

[WDWAurora]

Oh, and I meant to say to Jen that, with your son, things will be so much better for him now than if he were born even 10 years ago. The food options are so much more readily available, and there are just so many more options! There will be a learning curve, and I'm sure there will be some scary times, but I have to say, I'm much less afraid of diabetes now than I was when I was a kid, because it was awful for some friends of mine. The main one that I still talk to has the pump now, and he really doesn't even have to think about it all that much. Certainly nothing like before! Even without the pump, it's just like the low-carb craze has really come in and saved the day for those with diabetes. I've been benefitting from that with my low-glycemic index and low-carb diet. Who knew they made so many bread options in whole wheat? Definitely couldn't get hot dog buns in whole wheat when we were kids! Sorry for my sidebar, but sometimes I get really excited about societal progress like that. (Yes, I'm a nerd)

I keep playing phone tag with my office. I did get answers on the price yesterday. It's actually less than I figured, it's just those darn ultrasounds that make it more expensive, and the meds. The procedure itself seems very reasonably priced. I'm going to try asking for a cash discount on the office visits (their website indicated I should try that). They're going to either call in the pill for me or something to bring on my period. Not sure which is the best option. Does anybody have any thoughts on that? I'd be awfully tempted to take the ones to bring on my period in like 2 weeks max (which would have let this cycle go on for a max of 3 weeks). Probably not a great idea?

D&D-can you tell me what to expect with the IUI? Please tell me it's nothing like the HSG, because if it is, I would consider backing out. What if I have 5 eggs again? Would they leave them all? Do I have to recline most of the day? I seem to remember somebody talking about that being a good idea, even though the doctors don't seem to care one way or the other. Should DH go? Does somebody need to drive me? I just have no idea what to expect. It sounds like it's simple, but I'm sure it's not. Does DH provide his input the day of, or before? Ok, sorry, I'm done asking 8 zillion questions for now.

 

[GypsySue]

D&D-can you tell me what to expect with the IUI? Please tell me it's nothing like the HSG, because if it is, I would consider backing out. What if I have 5 eggs again? Would they leave them all? Do I have to recline most of the day? I seem to remember somebody talking about that being a good idea, even though the doctors don't seem to care one way or the other. Should DH go? Does somebody need to drive me? I just have no idea what to expect. It sounds like it's simple, but I'm sure it's not. Does DH provide his input the day of, or before? Ok, sorry, I'm done asking 8 zillion questions for now.

Aurora, I can attempt to answer your questions based on my experience: It's nothing like the HSG, not at all painful. They may have trouble getting the thingy up there to deposit the sperm, but it feels like nothing more than a pap smear. All they are doing is depositing sperm, so however many eggs you have is how many could possibly be fertilized. You don't have to recline the whole day, just for about 15-20 mins after. You won't need a ride, there is no anesthesia or narcotics involved. DH should have to provide his sample a few hours before the procedure.

I am doing an IUI this month, so I'll be there with you! Good luck.

 

[D&DDisney]

D&D-can you tell me what to expect with the IUI? Please tell me it's nothing like the HSG, because if it is, I would consider backing out. What if I have 5 eggs again? Would they leave them all? Do I have to recline most of the day? I seem to remember somebody talking about that being a good idea, even though the doctors don't seem to care one way or the other. Should DH go? Does somebody need to drive me? I just have no idea what to expect. It sounds like it's simple, but I'm sure it's not. Does DH provide his input the day of, or before? Ok, sorry, I'm done asking 8 zillion questions for now.

Gypsy Sue is right - it is very similar to a PAP. Mine hurt a little. Gave me cramps for a few hours after but it was nothing an Aleve didn't take care of. (turned out those cramps were actually beneficial in moving those little guys along so once I got that BFP all that discomfort was forgotten) I rested for about 15-20 min at the Dr. office and then went home and lay down for a few hours - just to make sure. We were told not to BD for a day but we went ahead and did it that night - if just to send in "extra troops" .
My DH did come along to the doc and was there the whole time. He did have to supply a fresh sample.
I will be sending your way and to Gypsy Suetoo. Think positive and don't give up - even if it takes 3-4 tries.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Hi everyone! Hope you all enjoyed your Valentine's Day.

I'm halfway through the tww. I had a little crampy feeling last night in my lower abdomen. I am crazy aware of all abdominal sensations and attribute every feeling to possible implantation. Of course, I have been doing this for several months and have been wrong every time. Just one more week and I will know the answer. I am continuing to think postive thoughts for this month!!!!!!!

 

[TAKitty]

D&D-can you tell me what to expect with the IUI? Please tell me it's nothing like the HSG, because if it is, I would consider backing out. What if I have 5 eggs again? Would they leave them all? Do I have to recline most of the day? I seem to remember somebody talking about that being a good idea, even though the doctors don't seem to care one way or the other. Should DH go? Does somebody need to drive me? I just have no idea what to expect. It sounds like it's simple, but I'm sure it's not. Does DH provide his input the day of, or before? Ok, sorry, I'm done asking 8 zillion questions for now.

I am jumping back in on the discussion. I am at IUI number 4. For most it is an easy event. My husband goes in two hours before my appointment. He won't give a sample without me so we go together and have breakfast between the two appointments.

My IUI is pretty painful because they have to actually pull things down with a long clamp type thing. The pain goes away as soon as they are finished. I have read a lot about getting up or lying down after the IUI and almost all of the literature says it is fine to get up. My doctor's office has me lie down for 10 minutes or "as long as I want." There are no other restrictions. My dr said not to bungee jump or something, but all else is ok.

Our office encourages sex after the IUI because the more men the better.

My dh does go with me everytime because if it works he wants to be there. I could do it without him, but it is nice that he holds my hand.

Good Luck! If you have any more questions I will be happy to help.

 

[KiKi Mouse]

Just popped in to send Valentine hugs to all of you.

 

[D&DDisney]

Just popped in to send Valentine hugs to all of you.

Hi Kiki!
Thanks for the hugs. How are you holding up?

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Hi everyone. No real news here. Just me feeling neurotic. I was not going to test early this month but I don't think I will be able to help myself. I wish I could just go about life as usual without the big countdown.

 

[TandT]

I'm just waiting and waiting here for AF to come..... I want to start using my Clear Blue Easy Fertility monitor ALREADY....I haven't got to start it yet. I thought for sure I was preggo this month....BUT NOOOOOO.....stupid BFN.

 

[KiKi Mouse]

I'm okay. Been kinda bummed lately with TTC. I'm ovulating right now. Had a killer OPK test and some nasty O pain..so DH and I are trying our hardest. It's difficult when I am working night shifts.

 

[Todd&Copper]

Well, we did not bring back a souviner from WDW. I think we tried a day too early, and after the flight I was just too tired, and we came home to a dog who had had trots all over the den (took hours to clean, and no one felt sexy after that).

I guess we'll be trying again next week.

Found some great deals on baby clothes for my nephew's first birthday. Not that DH & I have been invited to meet him . . . .

 

[skuttle]

Nothing like coming to this thread and seeing an ad for a due date calculator.

Just wanted to update that my grandpa came home today from the hospital. The doctors are hoping the chemo works as well as it did 8 years ago, but for now it's just wait and see. His blood count is going up, but he's still very weak from the chemo. Hopefully he'll continue to improve over the next few weeks.

Still no word if Dh's test results made it to my doctor. When DH calls his Dr, he gets voicemail for the person in charge of the records stuff.

 

[D&DDisney]

Well, we did not bring back a souviner from WDW. I think we tried a day too early, and after the flight I was just too tired, and we came home to a dog who had had trots all over the den (took hours to clean, and no one felt sexy after that).

C'mon.... what isn't sexy about that?

Nothing like coming to this thread and seeing an ad for a due date calculator.

I guess that's better than an ad for baby stuff.
Hope your DH's results come in soon.
Prayers for your grandpa.

So much for Feb. Another month, another disappointment.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Just wanted to pop in and say hi to everyone!

Only two more days to wait. I am not feeling too hopeful today. Crampy feelings.

 

[momsully]

Skuttle - Good news about your grandpa. Hopefully you can get moving with DH results soon.

Kiki - Great to hear from you.

TandT - I love my Clear Blue Easy Fertility Monitor. I have only used it the past two months but it is soooooo simple. This month was odd because I missed a test day because of the stomach flu but I still got a peak date. Just make sure when you set it you set it early enough in the morning. I am an early riser but also travel some for work and the time change to the east coast made things tough at times.

I saw an old friend from high school last week in Boston. It had been 20 years since we saw each other. She has 2 year old triplets from IVF. She had 4 IUI's and 8 IVF's before the triplets. She was telling me to not give up because the BFP will happen when it is least expected. I really hope she is right since the doctors all seem to say the same thing!

 

[skuttle]

Ugh. So DH has called his dr's office several times and we still don't think they've sent anything to my Dr. DH is off Monday and Tuesday for Mardi Gras, so I think I may ask him to go to his dr's office on Monday to pick up the test results/report and then I'll just bring it to my dr. I've always had problems with dr's sending records. My GP never received the copy of my insulin test that my OB/GYN was supposed to fax over. I had to pick it up myself.

Hope everyone has a great weekend! We're pretty busy...soccer game this morning, niece's birthday party this afternoon, mardi gras parade tomorrow...I hate busy weekends because it feels like no weekend!

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Hi everyone. Had two postive tests yesterday, was feeling . One with two lines, the other test was a digital yes+. Planned to go in for blood test this morning. Instead, I got crampy late last night and woke up with AF. I took today off from work and stayed in bed. I finally called the doctors office and am waiting for him to call back. There will be no trying in March due to a poorly timed business trip.

Moving on from here. I am going to focus on eating healthier and exercising since I have six weeks to wait now before we can try again. I am also considering trying accupuncture since I have read positive things about it. Can't hurt right?

Sending you all good wishes and lots of babydust!

 

[D&DDisney]

Oh Chloe - I am so sorry!

 

[TandT]

I'm sorry Chloe

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Thanks guys. My doctor called and said it sounds like a chemical pregnancy. He said it was probably due to a chromosomal abnormality. I am going in tomorrow for bloodwork, although I am not sure what he is testing for.