Self-injecting - not so bad !!!

Jo Radley · Post by **Jo Radley** » Fri Jul 11, 2003 12:36 pm

Hi Everyone, DH and I had our injection lesson on Wednesday and I can honestly say that I am relieved - it didn't hurt a bit! I felt so stupid cos when it came to do the actual injection (with saline, not real hormone injections yet), I couldn't do it! I had a complete mind-block and couldn't physically do it. The Fertility Team and DH were great so with a lot of persuasion and encouragement, I did it and was amazed that it didn't hurt! When I had the IUIs, I found the puregon stung quite a bit, so I know I may have some discomfort next week when I hopefully have my AF and start to inject, but I haven't got that 'fear of the unknown' so to speak. I do think it's quite ironic that for the past few years, I dread my AF coming as I've always had that little bit of hope that I might be pg, however I can't wait for it to come - how funny the female hormones are! My thoughts are with everybody on the 2WW - I'm keeping everything crossed for you. Lots of love and hugs, Jo xx

Jo Locker · Post by **Jo Locker** » Fri Jul 11, 2003 1:08 pm

Hi Jo!! I found the injections quite easy too as the needle is so fine, the most it can do really is sting a bit - and if it all works out (like it has 4 me today - still stunned!!) then it's a small price. Best of Luck - the jabbing will soon be over. Love, Jo. XX

Jo Radley · Post by **Jo Radley** » Fri Jul 11, 2003 1:26 pm

Congratulations Jo - I am so, so chuffed to bits for you! I've just read your news before you replied to my msg. I bet you are still completely stunned - how long have you been trying? Hearing your news has given me a little bit of hope and I've told myself not to be so negative 100% of the time as it really can work - just as it has for you! The Team at the Hospital have referred me onto their own Fertility Counsellor as they feel I need to talk to somebody - probably before I crack up completely!!!! So I have an appt with her on Monday at 6.00pm. I'm quite looking forward to it actually, to be able to talk and get everything off my chest. Jo, I am so happy for you !! Congratulations again!! Love Jo xx