Hi ladies, just checking in. Pretty sure I'm in the 2ww, managed to DTD lots over the weekend.
Had an IVF consultation yesterday as we wanted to get the ball rolling. The consultant was really good and went though everything but turns out there are 2 issues. First I have raynards (poor circulation) my Mum has it and had 3 of us but I've been told to start taking aspirin. Secondly I have polycystic ovaries which is news to me!! I don't have any symptoms but my scan that I had in September shows that I had over 12 follicules on each side which apparently is a sign of pco. I'm a bit miffed that nothing was said then but I think the main implications of pco on fertility are problems with ovulation and I have regular cycles and temping/bloods have confirmed ov. She was a specialist in fertility nutrition and was saying that there is a link between pco and high insulin levels (which can cause hormone imbalances and affect ovulation) so I need to revamp my diet. I see there has been a lot of talk about diet so hopefully this will be of use to everyone...
It is really important to keep blood sugar levels constant. I'm a real grazer and she said that this means my levels are constantly spiking. I've got to eat three balanced meals a day and if I do snack it has to be protein (goodbye afternoon bag of crisps!)
I'm a bit confused as all my blood tests were ok but no harm in revamping my diet.
I asked her about wine as I do drink a few glasses every weekend and she said it is fine as long as you are not getting drunk but to try and avoid it on ov day.
IVF plans are on hold for a few months to see if the aspirin and diet help - I will be stocking up on brazil nuts!
Laura, I was actually thinking the other day about people who've not been on the buses for a while (Scottish, Chandlers and Dastardly if you are lurking hope you are all ok) so sorry to hear that you had another chemical. Good to hear that you have an appointment though and hopefully the vitamins will extend your lp even further this month.