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I'm taking my DH. He didn't got to any IUIs with me, which was fine because two were on the weekend so he had to watch DS and by the 3rd I knew what to expect and didn't want him to miss work (He's a teacher) but I'm making him take off for the RE.

I'll never forget back in 2003, at my first OB appt, she did a regular annual exam because it had been over a year since my last and DH was in the corner of the room about to die. LOL!! My back was to him (thankfully!!) but I wish I could have seen his face!

 

[si-am]

I'm taking my DH. He didn't got to any IUIs with me, which was fine because two were on the weekend so he had to watch DS and by the 3rd I knew what to expect and didn't want him to miss work (He's a teacher) but I'm making him take off for the RE.

I'll never forget back in 2003, at my first OB appt, she did a regular annual exam because it had been over a year since my last and DH was in the corner of the room about to die. LOL!! My back was to him (thankfully!!) but I wish I could have seen his face!

It's been over a year since my last annual, too. I think if they try to do one at the RE, I will send DH out. I'm not sure he could handle that.

He owes me BIG time, though, because he didn't go with me when I had my sonohystogram. I didn't ask him because I didn't really realize how bad it would be, but honestly I couldn't drive for an hour afterwards because I was in so much pain (and bleeding.)

So if I remind him of that, he'll go to as many appointments as I want him to!

 

[esbrick]

I wasn't planning on it. I figured I start out getting as much info as possible and then fill him in. I may ask him about it this weekend though. . .

 

[skuttle]

One of the forms the RE sent me was re DH's medical history so I figure he should be there to answer any questions. Plus, I never went with DH to his two visits to the urologist, so if anything comes up about that, I won't know anything about it.

 

[mickeyboat]

I went to the RE and it was just some questions and a breast exam and that was it. I had just had 6 Female exams in the past 3 months for all of the bleeding. So I would call. Maybe your RE can do the Yearly exam and save you from your OBGYN?

I have a question or 2????

The RE started the Progesterone yesterday. Anyone have experience with it? Should AF start when I stop it in 10 days? Any side effects I should worry about?

How did you chart all of your meds to make sure you called for the Ultrasounds on time? I was think about buying a pocket day planner just for this?

Do you mean provera? That is what I took when the doctor wanted me to start a period when I wasn't cycling on my own. I would get my period after I stopped the meds (seems like about 5 days later, but I can't really remember).

 

[WDWAurora]

My RE didn't do any testing (except I think I had a blood test) on the first visit. A lot of you guys have already had the HSG, so that saves one step. I had just had an annual, so I'm not sure if that makes a difference. DH was at my first OB visit, and he barely did a pelvic-really only did the pap and the HIV, or whatever other legally required tests are done in the same way a pap is done. DH said that was a little gross.

soontobewed07-I've done progesterone and provera to bring on periods. I had no side effects with either, but the progesterone was MUCH cheaper with my insurance. My period usually started a few days, up to a week after finishing the 10 days of progesterone. It was different on provera-started spotting while still on it.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Hi. He did an internal sonogram to check my ovaries, follicles and lining. I just had all the bloodwork a couple of days before at the gyn so didn't that again. I was only expecting to talk so it surprised me but wasn't going to refuse. Dh did go with me for that appointment.

 

[skuttle]

I think since I've already had a lot done (HSG, surgery, 3 IUIs) I think mine will really be just a consult. At least I hope so!

 

[WDWAurora]

Allison-have you guys checked out the RE's website to look into what IVF packages are done? I know you're not there yet, but I found it helpful to know what the monetary requirements were before I went in so that I would know what we could do. When we started there, we couldn't have afforded what we ended up doing (mainly because we were just starting out). We'll be paying on it for a while anyway, but having an idea of options upfront was valuable. Also, they'll probably be able to tell you how your drug coverage is. I'm guessing they'll try stims with IUI, but what do I know. My treatment certainly didn't go as I would have expected.

 

[soontobewed07]

I am taking the Provera to start AF. I just had AF on the 12th but I didn't O she said my body was at a stand still. I have only taken the provera for 2 days and I am having cramps not bad I just don't want to be caught off guard.

This is the schedule I got

10 days provera
AF for 5 days then Ultrasound
clomid for days 5-9 then another Ultrasouns
Then BDing

Sound about right?

 

[skuttle]

Courtney, I have looked at all of the IVF packages on the RE's website. I don't plan on jumping into anything right now, definitely not until at least the new year. I really just want to find out "what's next." If it's worth trying anything other than IVF at this point. If IVF is our only option, then I'll really need to think about it. DH is pretty much agreeable with whatever I decide, so it's really up to me.

Soontobewed, that sounds about right to me!

 

[WDWAurora]

I think knowing the costs and such up front can be helpful. I seriously doubt that would be their first line, though. I'm very curious as to what they say!

 

[skuttle]

I'm anxious, too!! I for sure want to know if the RE thinks the surgery for DH would make a difference or not. THe urologist made it sound like it may not make a difference because his variococele wasn't that bad. I'm anxious to see what the RE says about it since he'll have 4 SA to look at versus the one the urologist had to look at.

 

[esbrick]

OK so I am watching Ghost Adventurers and figured I'd check in. My RE site is connected to a hospital and there is no finacial info on it. I am getting a letter from BCBS of IL that will spell out what I am in for so that is a good thing.

Hope everyone has a great Halloween weekend!

xo
E

 

[Jen_in_NH]

Hi everyone

I've been lurking here forever, since TTC my son. We've been TTC since then, but are kind of at the end of what we can do medically and financially (clomid doesn't work for me, the docs around here don't use aromatase inhibitors, we did IUI, but our insurance doesn't cover it.) So, now we're just hoping for a miracle.

Today is just killing me though. DH's cousin just told us she's pregnant with their second child. Their daughter is 5, and they'd always planned on just 1 child, so this is a surprise for them. TTC has never really gotten me down before, but today I'm just sitting around crying, and trying to get it together, since we're all taking the kids out trick or treating in a group tonight. I just feel like crap.

I just needed to vent, and knew you would all understand.

 

[mickeyboat]

Jen.

Denae

 

[D&DDisney]

Hi everyone

I've been lurking here forever, since TTC my son. We've been TTC since then, but are kind of at the end of what we can do medically and financially (clomid doesn't work for me, the docs around here don't use aromatase inhibitors, we did IUI, but our insurance doesn't cover it.) So, now we're just hoping for a miracle.

Today is just killing me though. DH's cousin just told us she's pregnant with their second child. Their daughter is 5, and they'd always planned on just 1 child, so this is a surprise for them. TTC has never really gotten me down before, but today I'm just sitting around crying, and trying to get it together, since we're all taking the kids out trick or treating in a group tonight. I just feel like crap.

I just needed to vent, and knew you would all understand.

I know what you mean about "hoping for a miracle. We could use a few over here.
Vent any time. We specialize in people feeling like crap. Can I get you a drink??

 

[si-am]

Jen, I'm so sorry you're feeling it today. We all know how you feel, though!

I have days where I'm okay with everything, and then days where I will cry about it at the drop of a hat.

TTC is such an emotional (and financial) rollercoaster.

 

[esbrick]

Right there with ya today! I almost burst into tears at church. Seepemd liike all the cutest and smalledst babies were purposely around me!!!

Feel better everyone!

 

[skuttle]

Jen... I think I'll soon be in the "hoping for a miracle" boat, too. We have our RE consult on Tuesday, but I'm not sure what our options will be and/or what we're willing to try.

My BFF had her baby on Friday. Got the email yesterday. At least she lives in another state so I don't have the pressure of having to go visit. She hasn't talked to me much at all the past few months...hasn't emailed me any news, even though I specifically told her that I still wanted to get the emails even if I didn't always respond. She never sent me one. Now, I know it goes both ways and I haven't exactly asked her for details either. She may be sitting at her house saying "I can't believe allison hasn't asked me for any updates." *sigh* HOpefully now that the baby has been born, things will work out between us again.