New TTC Thread

[WDWAurora]

I didn't do lupron, but an internet "buddy" who was cycling just before me did, and didn't have any real complaints that I can recall.

I had been on BCPs for about 6 weeks (which made me miserable-low dose so I was spotting like crazy) and came off those after a baseline on I believe Thursday before I started meds. Saturday I started Bravelle and Luveris. They increased my Bravelle dosage a few times. I had to add Ganirelix on Day 7 to my Bravelle and Luveris. It BURNED. Not going it, but a few minutes after. I'm pale, and it left about a 3 in. circle on my skin for a while. I had taken Bravelle before, but not the others. I didn't have any real side effects to speak of.

The only reason we did Luveris instead of Menopur was the way my insurance covered it. My doctor didn't have a real preference, they were just trying to help save me a little money. They even sent some of my meds through a second pharmacy (we used Freedom and Success Meds) to get me the lowest possible prices. My estrogen was low, which was part of the reason they kept adding Bravelle.

I only ended up having to do about 8 days of injections prior to retrieval because I was ready earlier than typical. I started the progesterone the day after retrieval. There were quite a few pills for a while-a z-pack, steroids, baby aspirin, etc.

Hope that answers your questions! I know I was very stressed about the procedure and pain afterwards, but that really didn't end up being a big deal at all.

 

[Mrs. Charming]

Holy cannoli! That's a lot of meds. Gotta do what you gotta do, right? It worked for my SIL I don't know much about her experience, though since we're not close.

I so wish you the best of luck and lots of pixie dust!

 

[Pollito916]

I did lupron after endo and the side effects I remember are ocasional hot flashes (weren't a big deal to me b/c I was always cold) and migraines. I don't remember feeling b****y, but my DH and some co-worker have disagreed with that.

ETA: I forgot about a side effect - weight loss! I seriously could not keep a pound on me, even with constant eating. I think I lost ~ 30 pounds in less than a year. But I wasn't ttc, so you probably won't be wishing for that side effect.

 

[Mrs. Charming]

Just wanted to chime in because I'm bored! I'm at 5dpo, and I wish time would pass just a tad faster! I was hoping for a Christmas BFP (keep dreaming, right?) but 10 dpo is just a little soon for that. I gotta get my mind off it because it's gonna be a BFN and I don't wanna ruin my Christmas either. Gah!! THat and I feel like I'm a walking infection... I have a cold sore, a lump under my chin from the cold sore, and the stitches that the RE never took out are red again. LOL. I need to live in a warmer climate because this cold weather does me in EVERY year. It gets cold, I get sick. That and I could really use some sleep, nice restful quality sleep.

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Feel better Mrs. Charming. I'm in the waiting game also, it's a total drag.

 

[Mrs. Charming]

Feel better Mrs. Charming. I'm in the waiting game also, it's a total drag.

Isn't the 2ww a total PITA?? This whole TTC thing is such a stressful waiting game that drags on a month (or more!) at a time. I so wish I could speed up the process, ya know?

 

[esbrick]

Count me in on the waiting game! It is definately a PITA!

We desided over the weekend that even though we are suposed to test on 12/30 we are going to wait until 1/1. We have our Church wedding and lunch on the 31st and I don't want to be sad on that special day if it doesn't work out ya know? I'm just protecting my family's happiness, and mine own for that matter.

I have to admit that I'm rubbing my belly every now and then willing eggs and swimmers to do the mambo and telling my belly that I love it. I know i'm setting myself up for a boat load of disappointment but I just feel the need to BELIEVE!

Mrs. Charming ~ So sorry bout the cold sore. Get some Releve! It's wonderful and really takes care of those quick! We have a couple of bottles in our house. It's expensive but WELL worth it!

chloelovesdisney ~ Stay strong sister!

minnieandmickeymouse ~ Holy Meds Batgirl! WOW! I'm thinking there should be a spreadsheet somewhere to keep track of this stuff right? I'lll do some research!

LisaRN97 ~ Thank you for the kind thoughts!

WDWAurora ~ How'r ya feelin?

Peace out ladies and Baby dust

 

[Mrs. Charming]

I think that ClearBlue needs to develop a "complete cycle" monitor that monitors your estrogen, LH, progesterone, and HCG (if applicable) all in one test kit. Wouldn't that make life SO much easier?!

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Esbrick - I'm slightly embarrassed to admit I also the rubbing belly talk. I have a feeling we're not the only ones.

Five more days till it's time to test. I am going to try my very best and wait till then. If no AF I have to go to the doctor on Monday for a bloodtest. I have moments when I feel like this might happen, and others when I think it's a lost cause this month. I guess I'll know pretty soon one way or the other.

I am holding out hope for some December babies here, I think the holidays bring good luck.

 

[D&DDisney]

We're back from the b-day trip. Had a great time.

Kiki - Got the package! Thanks so much!! Will let you know if it brings good luck.

Chloe & Esbrick - Here's hoping the belly rubbing pays off. I have to admit, I've done it too.

Don't remember who posted about the Lupron, but I did that after my lap surgery for endo. Had some hot flashes and moodiness, but nothing else.
Two years later I got pregnant, but not sure if that contributed to it or not cuz we did IUI.

 

[D&DDisney]

I think that ClearBlue needs to develop a "complete cycle" monitor that monitors your estrogen, LH, progesterone, and HCG (if applicable) all in one test kit. Wouldn't that make life SO much easier?!

I'm with you on that!

 

[chloelovesdisney]

Hi D&D. Happy to hear that you had a great time on your trip!

 

[minnieandmickeymouse]

Good luck to all those in the 2ww right now.

An all in one clearblue monitor would be a really good idea!!

Thanks for the info on side effects of lupron. Tomorrow night is my first injection, eekk!

 

[WDWAurora]

esbrick-things are going really well here. I have no complaints.

Mrs. Charming-your invention would have made my life way easier, that's for sure!

 

[Mrs. Charming]

I need to invent that device, some way, some how!! Then sell it for beaucoup bucks and be rich

I bought two dollar tree tests tonight. It's WAY too early but I don't wanna waste the one CB Digital that I have on a BFN. (Like I'm gonna get a BFP, ha..)

I wish I could do those "belly talks," I used to but I just can't seem to anymore. TTC has really messed with my emotions!

I too hope that the holidays make some magic for us

 

[esbrick]

D&DD ~ Welcome back Sister! Glad your trip went well! WDW at this time of year is FANTASTIC! Glad you're back though

minnieandmickeymouse ~ Best of Luck with the injection tonight and the beginning of this stage of your journey! We are all rooting for you!

chloelovesdisney ~ I was looking up the 5 days and I'll be in Ireland but totally looking for the alert email that a new thread has been posted on TTC! I'm the same way. Sometimes I'm good and sometimes I'm like what the heck! Don't get so happy. You'll just be disappointed. Grrr talk about the merry go round of emotions!

I have one PT in the bathroom cabinet downstairs and I'm going to buy a box on Saturday before I leave. Ireland has them but #1 You think things are expensive here! Sheesh! Way more expensive there; #2 We are in a small village and news travels fast. I'd rather this be quiet for a while and of course #3 if I have them I can do them whenever I want! Ha!

I'm off tomorrow so trying to figure out last minute stuff today. My mind has already checked out to be honest.

Talk atcha latas!
E

PS ~ Still rubbing the belly. . .

 

[Pollito916]

Crossing my fingers for all of you in the 2ww!

BFN for me today. I'm on CD 36, and no AF in sight. I'm pretty sure I felt o-pain on CD 20-22, but DH & I were working opposite shifts that week and barely saw each other much less anything more. So I'm not surprised by the bfn, but I'm still disappointned.

I also want to know when the heck AF is going to show up so we can start on next month. Seriously it's day 36 already, and I used to be a normal 28 day girl. Why does TTC have to be so frustrating!

 

[Mrs. Charming]

*hugs* I'm sorry, Pollito. I'm seeing a BFN in my future too. I'm 7dpo, no aches, pains, sore ta-ta's.. nada. It's even more calm than my usual luteal phase.

Oddly, I felt a few sharp pains in my right ovary area this morning... but I already had a LH surge *over a week* ago. ::sigh:: I wish my body would sh*t or get off the pot with this ovulation thing. I'm just about to order my CBE sticks for next month, 12 sticks won't last me a whole cycle, I went through 18 of them this month. I remembered earlier I may possibly have one clomid refill. I just might get it filled. The desparate feeling is coming back. ::sigh::

Esbrick-- have a great time in Ireland!

 

[minnieandmickeymouse]

Pollito, sorry about the bfn.

Esbrick, have a great time in Ireland, and I hope that your get your bfp while there!

3 more hours until I give myself my first shot! I plan on making my DH video tape it so I will have to be brave, lol. We'll see if that works, lol.

 

[Mrs. Charming]

You can do it, minnie!! You can do it! I'm excited for you!