Looking for November Cycle Buddies

[JenMink55]

How funny SDtrying and Jen. Eat something sweet and salty for me, and extra chewy....I'm not able to eat anything except soft stuff lately. I made my life more difficult by getting braces at the beginning of this month. I am regretting that decision. haha, I knew I would right after I did it. Oh well! My teeth still hurt 3 weeks later. It's great to have other ladies to go through this with, not many can understand what we are going through. Good luck to you two.

OH NO! Braces hurt *ouch* I hope you get some relief soon! It's really good to have all these awesome ladies to go through this with. I was also posting on another forum for IVF and the vibe wasn't that good. This forum has great energy I LOVE IT!

[eggandaprayer]

Disappointment today. Egg donor cancelled. There will be no cycle this month for us. We had really gotten attached to having this particular donor because she was a great match for our family, so many similarities and things in common. It is a loss. But Ladies, we have all had our disappointments and we must carry on, because the alternatives, falling into a big depression, or worse, giving up, is just not an option. We must keep trying for babies. So we looked over the list and selected a new donor, even though we are not over the old one. We have to move forward. So good luck everyone this month. I am praying for you.

[mellow4]

eggandaprayer~ I'm so sorry to hear this news. You are right about moving forward...it's all we can do. So many hurdles. I pray the next donor is perfect for you. I'm so so sorry.

[JenMink55]

Wow I need to check in more often so it doesnt take so long for me to catch up on posts. With work, and getting my Masters I dont feel like I have as much free time anymore. I would do personals but I think it would actually take longer to make sure I was saying the right thing to the right person.

Congrats to everyone who did retrievals and transfers already. Sounds like everyone had a lot of good eggs, and will end up with a BFP very soon. If you didnt have any frosties stay positive...this cycle will work and you wont even need them.

AFM- Still doing the Lupron and Estrogen. Estrogen shots are still going great compared to the PIO....but here lately I have felt different. Not sure if its a mix of both but I have lost almost all my appetite, and considering I usually snack every 2 hours thats a big deal. I also get waves of complete nausea before I even force myself to eat something. Hoping its just regular side effects to the meds. I will be increasing my estrogen pills today, and then another accupuncture visit tomorrow. Just trying to make it through to the appt 11/4....and hopefully the transfer 11/8. If they all thaw we will be transferring all 3 frosties that we have left.

How are you doing on the Estrogen and Lupron, are you getting any hot flashes!? I am on the patches for Estrogen and since I put them on I feel like I am 1000 degrees!
How is the Acupuncture going for you? I am doing Acupunture too, 1 time per week. I enjoy it but those little needles HURT! I am also transferring 3 frosties on November 10th, keep me updated on your progress! We will be able to go through the 2WW together!

[eggandaprayer]

Thanks for understanding Mellow.

[BichonMom]

Egg - sorry for your donor canceling <big hug>, but you have a great attitude and I know it will work out for you soon. hang in there. I'll keep you in my prayers!!

Leorira11 - that's great news, I hope your period come early just to surprise you!!

Bichonmom~ I had OHSS after my IVF last year. My last E2 level was 7400 before the retrieval, which is super high...but I didn't get canceled. If you are still worried about it developing, this is what they told me to do. Eat lots and lots of protein...the protein will absorb the extra fluids. So that and the gatorade and salty stuff worked wonders for me. It is very uncomfortable, and very, very embarrassing. I know what you mean about already looking 4-5 months along, and people do notice. Rest up and eat some fresh pineapple, it makes your lining nice and sticky. Good luck! Keep us posted.

I'm feeling a little better today. Still am bloated but I think its not as bad but still noticable. When you say eat lots of protein are you talking about chicken, steak or something else? I'm drinking my V8 now with a gatorade to follow and I have pinapple juice at home but I haven't opened it yet, but maybe tonight should be the night, right before transfer right Well, I'm at work and I really don't want to be. I wish I was at home on the couch just relaxing. I think about everything more when I'm at work then at home.

I'm sure I will checking in often today

[mellow4]

Bichon~ Protein as in Steak, Protein bars and such. I'm thinking they told me to eat at least 20g of protein per day...it will make you feel really full, and you won't want to eat another bite. Also I was told that during the wait before the transfer to eat the fresh pineapple with a little bit of the core, and to drink grape juice. Those are supposed to help the lining be a perfect little home for the embryos. Good luck. I'm glad to hear you are feeling a little better.

Question for you all...

Did your RE's ever say anything about taking the Lupron at the same time each day...I can't remember if it matters. I just slept 2 hours past when I was taking it before. I feel like a big dummy. Oh well.

[riogirl71]

eggandaprayer - big huge hugs, I am so sorry. Do you know why she canceled? Can you get her to try in a little bit. I admire your attitude and raying for it all to work out for you very soon!

mellow - the girls on the Fall board all talked about a headache and yes I think you are supposed to take it the same time. Sorry to ask you this but waht happened with your son? I searched your posts but could not find it and I didn't want to bring up a hurtful subject but I also read about the miracle story of your daughter. I am sorry you have gone through so much, you are such a strong lady! I hope your lawsuit goes well. Sorry you are stressed. Big hugs.

bichon - sorry you still dont' feel good. Trader joes has great frozen pinneaple!

jenmink - I got my needle torture today too!

[mellow4]

Hey Rio, I sent you a private message with the info so you can read what happened on my blog. I didn't want to post it on here, but, if any of you are interested in what happened, let me know and I will give you the info to find on my blog. It's lengthy, and I couldn't possibly give the full scope of it on here...I spelled it out though in my blog. He was the sweetest boy, and my life is more full having had him a part of it. While he isn't here with me physically, he is right here in my heart.

On another note... I can't believe I over slept and took the lupron late today. UGH!

[karenthescorpio]

eggandaprayer- I'm sorry to hear about your donor cancelling. I'm not sure hwo it all works, but know we can understand the frustration of a delay! Your attitude will make the struggles much more managable. You are on the right track!

Bichonmom- I hope your ohss is better. i had a mild case from my very first IVF b/c my protocol wasn't right for me. I didn't transfer and did a freeze all. We are all sending you positive ET energy and hope everything goes perfectly!

Rio- I never used BCP for my IVF cycles. My RE uses Lurpon only for my suppression. It seems to do the trick. I stay on a reduced lupron dosage while stimming, too. But that's just my protocol. What do you think will happen next?

Mellow4- I would love to read your blog. Having lost babies, I can understand the heart ache. I lost twins in July due to PTL (cervix incompetence). Sending you a big hug. Also, I took my Lupron within one hour of the time I took it the previous day. I don't think it is as critical as the "trigger" shot. But should be done close to the same time as possible.

JenMink- sending you positive energy for a perfect ET next month! Be careful, you could end up with triplets!!

AFM- I'm happy that AF arrived. I go for b/w and u/s tomorrow to confirm that I can start my stim meds. woo whoo! I'm so darn excited to be one step closer to Baby Smith being on the way!

[babydreamz]

Mellow: with my crooked teeth I could get a part in "Twilight" ,have been thinking about getting braces for sometime now. If nothing else, it may help is losing couple of lbs My RE said that up to 2 hours late injection is ok, I think you should be good, don’t stress about it too much. I usually put an alarm on my cell phone for my injections.

Riogirl: my prayers are with you. Go stim girl!

Leorira: I am doing the AF dance for you!

Eggandprayer: I am so sorry that the donor canceled. You have a great positive attitude. The right donor is just around the corner. It will work!

Karen: Thanks, now they found several follies but the problem is that I haven't even started stimming yet

Had US today, they found several follies, have stopped since Lupron since Monday, haven't started stimming yet. They gave me Ovuquick to chk if I will ovulate tomorrow or Friday. If the test is negative I am suppose to get back to them if not then seems like we will have to start over next cycle. All I want is whatever will give me baby in my arms

by the way the Lupron this time made me so crazy emotional, I would cry at the drop of a hat, cry for burnt toast, cry cause unable to find matching socks. After stopping Lopron, I feel I am capable of making rational decisions.

[leorira11]

thanks for the AF dance.... it's being slow to work. I started spotting today - hopefully that's a sign of good things to come.

I still can't believe I'm waiting for AF instead of enjoying being 16 weeks pregnant... I can't believe it's been 8 weeks since we learned our baby's heartbeat had stopped. This sucks.

I'm just trying to keep a positive attitude for this upcoming cycle...

[mellow4]

Leorira~ Hang in there! I know it's hard. The next days and weeks to follow are what our hopes lie in...not the past and what has happened, that we can't change... Yes it changes us, but we go forward stronger with more living to do in front of us. This is a new stage, and hopefully one that brings a happier outcome. Live for that right now! So glad that little amount of spotting has begun. Mine started the same way after my D&C, it was really light for 2 days and then it finally picked up...they told me to consider the first day of spotting as day one. Hopefully this is it for you!

[annashope]

Hi girls
eggandaprayer I am so sorry....big hugs!!!!!!

Leorira as much as I can understand your frustration I agree with Mellow this is gonna work for you this time and you are a strong woman. My AF also started with 3 days of spotting after the m/c this time and the first day of spotting was my day 1 since I ovulated exactly 14 days later which is my usual cycle so I think you are there girl. Please try to stay positive even though I know it is hard.....seeing my sister who is pregnant now (we got preg 2 weeks apart this summer) is a constant reminder but I created a pregnancy calendar for myself with this new cycle (I know it is way too early to go there but it helps me so much to make this real) and every day I just cross of a day and tell myself that I am almost there .....are so are you...we are all there and will be having healthy babies soon.

Mellow how are you doing with the meds? I tried taking Lupron every day at the same time but I was always + or - 30 minutes and my doctor never even told me to take it at the same time so I am sure you are fine. I am now on cycle day 7 and only 1 week removed form ovulation (God please!) and then 4-5 days later we transfer By the way my pap smear came back to be normal Thank God!!!! and so I am starting to get a little hopeful that this just may happen. I mean I think I will actually be more sane in my 2ww because this natural cycle is so dependent on my cycle being normal and you know how nerves can cause all sorts of hick ups and I am just praying for normalcy...lol

[annashope]

Hi girls

I guess I just needed a moment to vent and you all are so wonderful and understanding that I was hoping you won't mind if I just lay it all out for a moment. So as if this infertility journey hasn't been tough enough my family is very close---meaning my mom, aunt grandma, grandpa, dad uncle cousins....well you get the picture and even though this time around we are not telling anyone about this FET my family is constantly in my business and apparently the the newest thing is that "I should just cheat on my husband and it is an easy fix" ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh it makes me so mad. I have the best husband in the world and he is my absolutely best friend and I would never in my wildest dreams betray him but just the fact that they disrespect my family that much just pissess me off...sorry for the language and now that I don't want to come to family gatherings it is a constant fight with them and they just don't understand why I am upset. I mean how insensitive can people be. So another hour long fight today and I just feel flattened!! If I didn't love our home and our area I would freaking move already. I mean they are not helping us come up with money or even emotional support but instead I should just cheat and if I loved my husband I would just do it for the both of us...ughhhhh sorry but I had to vent because I don't understand how how your own family can behave this way