Feb/Mar 08 Cycle Buddies

[courtney]

Hi ladies...I am a little bummed. The nurse just called, my uterus isnt as thin as they would like for me to begin Lupron. So I have to go back on Friday and have another baseline to see if I can start. I am so ready to get this started, so frustrating. I just want to leave work, go home and cry...and I havent even started the hormones!!!!!!!!!!!

[JustJenis]

Just remember, one or two more days will make for a much safer home for baby!!!! it's SOOO worth it. Don't you dare give up. You're come this far that another day or so is ok. It's for the better.

*HUGS* You can do this hun

[kbat]

sounds like everythings moving along for everyone. Thanks to everyone for telling me I could do the shot. I think it was more mental than anything. I still prefer that my dh does it, but now I know it can be done in a pinch.

I am a knit-wit, so Wed nights is my knitting class--more like knitting circle. I do enjoy knitting up stuff. A cousin of mine is expecting a baby and might decide to make her a baby blanket..... Keeps my mind off stuff, and keeps my hands busy anyway.

[indie_rad]

JustJenis,IrishHope - thanks for the quick replies. You have put my mind to rest. I will continue with my dinner and relax as much as I can. Can't wait to hear the report on my dear embies when I get there for my ET tomorrow. My clinic doesn't give day-today report on them. The day after ER they told me that 2 fertilized and that was the last news. Hope tomorrow looks good!

Baby dust to all!!!!

[J&C]

Well, today is day 4 of stimming, and I'm definitely starting to feel bloated. Ugh!

Sue - My first night with the very first Lupron shot was a meltdown. I did the same thing - just bawled for about 45 minutes, and my DH has been giving me the shots ever since. Sometimes, it just gets to you, and a good cry is just what you need.

courtney - So sorry about the lining news. Hopefully you'll be ready to start on Friday!

kbear - My next doctor's appointment is tomorrow, and all I can think is "stick and stir". Still ROTFL about that.

[Sue Hu]

Courtney - I know it sucks to have to wait a little more but it will be here b4 u know it!

Patience to us all!! Sooo much easier said than done, huh?

Sue

[courtney]

Thanks guys for all the support. It is only two days, but it seemed like forever when I got the news. I am feeling much better now!!

jenis - you are a sweetheart, thanks so much!!!

indie- Good luck tomorrow!!!

[JustJenis]

Morning...

Anyone else on 2WW having cramps?? I kept waking up last night with cramps. I'm a belly sleeper and I just couldn't sleep on my belly last night. Cramping is normal right?

*HUGS*
Jenis

[kbat]

last night for a couple of hours I had on and off cramps as well. I think I remember reading that you may feel cramps. Of the 4 e/t, I don't really remember if I had cramps. My cramps went away though and awoke w/ none.

[IrishHope]

kbat/justjenis - I woke up last night too! not w/ cramps but the lower back cramps which has me totally freaking out that it's AF...today is not a good day - mentally...I am starting to feel just like I do w/ AF...

[JustJenis]

well since we're all feeling the same things.. I'm going to assume it's part of all this. Sometimes it feels like AF cramps.. then other times it's just ovary pain.. then it goes to uterus pain. I swear I don't know my body anymore at all.

[itsgottawork]

Hi Ladies!
How are you all doing? It looks like next week is going to be a big test week!!

Kbat - congratulations on doing that injection! I am very impressed. It is inspiring to hear that one can do that to themselves. Great job!!! I hope you are continuing to feel better!

Mrs. G - Congrats on getting AF! Your FET will be here soon!

Jill - That's great that you have been able to start on Lupron! Thanks so much for starting this thread! I am grateful that everyone has been able to cycle together through Feb and March!

And, Courtney, I am so grateful to you for keeping track of everyone! I get so excited to see the status and all the test dates coming up soon! Good luck on Friday! It is definitely frustrating to have to wait it out a few more days. We just have to keep remembering it will all be worth it in the end.

J&C and KBear4211 - I hope all goes well as you continue injections!

Indie_rad - Good luck with your ET! And, enjoy your dinner. I agree with everyone, you need to relax and do what is not stressful to you. I think going out to dinner is a nice idea because it can keep you relaxed and your mind elsewhere!

JustJenis/IrishHope - hang in there! My dr said with all the drugs we are getting, we will probably be experiencing pregnancy symptoms as well as AF symptoms. He says either symptoms are normal and do not indicate a cycle is failing. Stay positive while you wait for your BFPs!!! (I know, easier said then done but I do think that what you both are experiencing is a very good sign!)

I had another u/s today. 13 follies now so I am getting closer. I hope to trigger soon! I can't wait to know when everything is going to be!!!

Good luck to everyone!

[cornybaby]

Hi ladies! Haven't posted much lately...I guess I haven't had much to say. Those of you with cramps, I was told it's completely normal to feel that after ET, so don't stress that AF is on it's way. Stress won't do your lil embies any good.

kbat - I totally feel your pain with having to do the injection yourself. DH is a firefighter, so I'm home alone a few nights per week, leaving me to do them by myself. I lay on my side and reach around to do them. Hopefully you won't have to do anymore alone.

Courtney, thanks for the list! I think I'm up next, right? Only a few more days and I have promised DH I won't POAS. It won't be easy, but I hope I can make it. I POAS'd last time and wished I hadn't. Hopefully that alone will keep me on track.

Hang in there girls...the 2ww for some is almost over and for those of you stimming or waiting to...once you start the time just flies by!

hugs and babydust...

[RunnerKate]

Hi Folks, Have been lurking, but not much to report other that freaking out every other day about "how this isn't going to work."

JustJenis/IrishHope, I haven't had ANY cramps whatsoever....maybe an occassional twinge, but nothing really. After my IUI, I had TONS of cramping. I am trying not to think of this as a sign. All I have are REALLY sore BBs, used to have itchy nipples (but that has gone away) and am VERY tired. I slept for over 9 hours last night and am STILL tired.

[Sue Hu]

Quick question - anyone experience a headache after starting stimms..? I've had one on an off for about 2 days, especially at night. It is so annoying .