Cycle buddies Aug/Sept 2016

[HelloMist]

Anyone just starting a cycle or about to?

I've just got the dates through for my first FET to TTC#2. My first LO is 18 months and was made with the help of ICSI and IVF. I start down regulating in a few weeks.

I've already gone through various emotions and I know there are a lot more to come! Anxiety and indecision wondering how I will cope with a second child if we're that lucky and the possible age gap. Sadness that my clinic told me I had to wean DD1 from the breast. Guilt at thinking about another and no longer 100% about her. (Especially if I weaned her and it doesn't work). Stupid thoughts that led me to test without telling DH when my second postpartum period (after weaning) didn't show on time (only spotting, false hope that it was implantation bleed. It's nearly impossible for us to conceive naturally though. AF came this weekend so here I am). Scared that it won't work. The stats are lower for FET and we only have 2 frosties.

The first injection will be at the end of a family holiday. I probably won't be drinking but don't really want to tell them why not yet. Despite all this I am excited too!

Anyone want to join me as cycle buddies?

They are calling me later - am literally jumping every time phone bleeps!

Ok! Panic over! Consultant said its ok and we are ok to start stims on Thursday! Oh my word!

Goodthings, has your clinic given any advice on timing? I would ask them. My clinic says do DR injection between 6-8 pm and similar time each day where possible. Not sure why they advise evening but that's what I do.

Not sure I can expect flowers and chocs from him, help with DD is a start though! :) and I've bought myself chocolate!

Oh good, Elles, just read your message! So glad you are OK to go onto next stage, phew!

Good luck for tomorrow goodthings!!!

Yay mist, chocolate works every time!!!

Thanks Elles, great news you can start stims tomorrow too, good luck with that! Bit of advice I did read, not sure if you've seen it is to take meds out of fridge for 10 mins before injecting as don't think the cold being injected is overly pleasant.

Mist, they did say anytime but the nurse recommended mornings to get it out of the way. As I don't want to be getting up extra early at weekends think I'm going to do it when I get in from work around 8pm.

Hope everyone else is ok xx

hi there,
today i started my first IUI cycle, went into the procedure with mixed emotions after two years of tests and waiting around and being knocked back by the consulants, now its been done and im on the 2ww im feeling more nervous than ever!! anyone else around day 14 and in the same boat?? could do with some advice and support from someone who is going through the same thing! husbands just dont seem to understand the emotional side of it all

Hey all,
Welcome Bryony.
Exciting times for you Elles & Goodthings.

Mist & Tata how is it all going?
I've been in a bit of a funk- I think I decided this month was the month and because it's not gone to plan (that I know of yet) it's thrown me off my stride. Xx

Oh Fcuk, everything in this journey is an emotional roller coaster isn't it? Xxx

Goodthings, thanks for tip.. How you feeling so far?

Welcome Bryony! Fingers x for you!

How is everyone else? Xxx

Hi everyone,
Welcome Bryony :)

Sorry was away overseas with work for a few days but I'm back - although nothing to report on much, waiting for the appt at the ACU in 10 days.. trying to manage my expectations as we might have to jump through a few more hoops before getting actual treatment...and then results...

Sorry to hear Clomid doesn't agree with you Fcuck, what's the other treatment they want to put you on? Good thing you went private for that bit and didn't lose a couple of month waiting for an appointment and treatment at least!

Elles, great news you can start stims today!! Congrats, hope everything is going well xx

Mist how are things lovely? And with hubby? I can imagine it's tough dealing with all the hormones and emotions.. I've only got the emotions to worry about atm and it's already too much for my OH sometimes...!!

Hi all, Happy Friyay!

Welcome Bryany!

Elles - how's stims going?

Mist - not long till next scan, what's next step?

Tata - not long till your first app at acu

Fcuk - hope you're ok?

Rubz - how's pregnancy? Exciting for scan next week

I started down reg on Wednesday evening and yesterday I was an emotional wreck was literally crying at anything! I've not been sleeping too well either but that's just probably the hot weather. Feeling a bit better today and got reflexology tonight.

Hope you all have a good weekend, got a lot of scans etc going on next week in this thread so wishing everyone luck. Xxx

Hi Tata. Thanks for asking, it is tough. Sorry you know the emotional side of it already! Hope the referral wait doesn't drag too much for you. I've been on medications for a month now and it feels harder than last time. (Maybe it had just faded in my mind, also is slightly different protocol). It's only been the odd few days that I've struggled, luckily. Sometimes it really feels like it's dragging on, but other moments I can see it's not all that long until ET! Which is scary/exciting/huge!!

Goodthings - next scan is to see if my lining is thick enough. If it is, then on to see if frosties defrost and then ET! Hope your emotions and sleep improve so you can enjoy the weekend xx

Welcome Bryony.

Elles, is it a scan next for you?

Hope everyone else is OK.

Hello lovelies, thank you for all your kind wishes!

Mist, hope everything goes to plan at your next scan! Hope you are still munching on that chocolate too ;) Much needed!!! Are you hoping days now rather than weeks until ET? Keeping EVERYTHING crossed.

Goodthings, welcome to downreg - I didn't get emotional (until today but that was in Sainsburys, surrounded by babies, when hormonal = internet shops for me in future!) Just be very very kind to yourself. A few nights I went out for drinks/dinner and in hindsight (which I have learned from for next few weeks) I wish I had just stayed in as it's exhausting. When are you booked in for scan? Thanks for advice on taking out of fridge - I faffed around for a while so it would have def cooled down a little!

Tata, wow you have been super busy! It is frustrating with all the jumping through hoops but every hoop is a step closer to the next. (That's what I am telling myself anyway!)

FCUK - how are you lady? Hope the clomid hasn't left you feeling too awful :(

Kwick, Scanwait, Bryony, Rubz hope you are all doing ok!!!

AFM, stabbed for first time last night! Was actually ok (once stopped being wimpy and went for it that is! ) had a couple of friends over who have been in same boat just to guide me as was worried about getting it wrong! Surreal feeling to think finally onto this stage.
So stim until Friday morning when I get next scan - then...fingers x????

Is it weird that whenever something momentous happens (like first stim) I feel like I need to come and tell you ladies?!

Hello all,

Goodthings- hoping today has improved for you, or failing that that you've managed to get your oh to pamper you a bit.
Elles- wow it's getting serious, you'll have to keep us updated- I really look forward to hearing everyone's news and updates, so no it's not weird ha :) I'm keeping everything firmly crossed for all of you.
Tata- so exciting that your date is getting closer.
Rubz, kwick, scan wait, Bryony- hope all is well with you guys.

I'm ok, although I am an emotional mess: Reasons I have cried real tears this week. I saw a homeless man, our dog was cute, Dh said something sweet, someone in work announced their pregnancy, the man in the film had a nice voice, there were no diet cokes in the fridge, DD put her washing away without being asked...am assuming it's a result of the hormones and just the stress of it all. I was supposed to go out tonight but have opted for an evening in and a cup of tea in bed. This rock n roll lifestyle eh? Xx

Oh mist- so sorry I missed you off as well xx

Fcuk... stay away from the film Up... That's all I will say on the matter! Oh and I hear you for rock and roll Fridays.. Had my team support for injection then dinner at neighbours and now tucked up! Xx

Hello Lovelies

Pizza and Deadpool movie in this house tonight - staying away from rom coms!!
I am so excited for you all, lots and lots happening in the next few weeks!! Hopefully all good news for everyone.

Actually that's true I have had an intense couple of weeks... Work has been bonkers but will hopefully quiet down in the next few weeks, it has to because I've ruined my back, starting physio on Monday... I was trying to explain to the doc why I wasn't taking any ibuprofen without sounding like a crazy person today - fun! In my head it went something like 'Yes my back is broken, no I'm not taking any drugs, yes I am trying to get pregnant, no we are not stopping even for a few days, yes we find ways...' Ha!

More seriously, how are your OHs dealing with all the mood swings? Are they supportive/terrified/panicking/all of the above? I hope they are there for you as much as they can!!

Weekend plans are rest, movies and pancakes - what are yours? xx

Hi all. Very new to this!!
On first IVF & Due to start stimulants on 25th October (they are getting delivered on Tuesday, early?!)
Bear with me while I get to grips with abbreviations? FET? TTC? Sounding thick now!
Thanks xx

Hello Kez, yay you found us!
Ttc-trying to conceive
FET- frozen embryo transfer

yes drugs were sat in fridge for almost six weeks before started injections! Crazy!

Tata- so sorry to hear about your back, ouchy :(
Husband is usually v calm and strong but Wednesday he was struggling.. He went all quiet and subdued. Managed to worm out of him that he hadn't appreciated how stressful it would be and though he managed to stay strong Tuesday, actually it was a hard day! How is yours? Xxx

Off to have some acupuncture and spending time with close family have a good day ladies xxx

Ah that's great, I don't feel as thick now.
Looking forward to kicking things off on the 25th October - still a while to wait but will keep busy at work etc and I'm sure the weeks will fly by!

Welcome Kez! Absolutely time flies, it's scary!! Can I ask what treatments you have tried before starting IVF?

Thanks Elles, my back is my weak spot and with the 2 weeks I've just had no wonders it's acting out! Can't wait for physio on Monday!!
OH is being very pragmatic in a 'whatever happens happens' way, but we haven't started any treatment yet so I also think it doesn't feel very real to him. I sometimes have to remind him that it has already started for me though, and basic things like taking folic acid every morning is a daily reminder I have and he doesn't.

I can see some of you are doing acupuncture/reflexology, is that something you would recommend starting prior to treatment?

Goodthings, Mist, how are you today? Hope you're getting loads of rest and you time!!

Rubz, kwick, scan wait, Bryony, hope all is well with you!!

Oh my word tata I would totally recommend acupuncture... But the right person! Tried a couple who were clearly v professional but not when came to ttc but am now seeing a fertility specialist... Went to see her today, she asked if I was feeling hot, oh yes! I kid you not 20 mins in, for the first time in a couple of weeks I actually felt chilly!!!!!

Had a very emotional morning so Fcuk, I hear you! Had a lovely card from a friend to say thinking of me.. Which made me cry. Then that just opened the flood gates! Feel more relaxed after treatment and family time :)

Ironing and sex and the city! Any of you fans? Watched the one when Charlotte was stimming and went nuts at a party... I get it!!!! Xxxx

Ooh Elles you've made me want to re watch some SITC!!! And also I'll look if I can find an acupuncturist in my area, can't hurt to try!

So my best friend just announced to me tonight that she's expecting her second, bless her she tried to do it so gently and didn't rub it in at all. I hate how it affects me though!!!

Hugs xxx it's nice that she tried to do it gently. It is hard to explain to anyone who hasn't been through it isn't it? You want them to be happy, however equally you want YOUR baby!!!
Put on the SATC tata!!!!! Xx

I am stuck watching Googlebox Elles... it's so bad but I can't look away!!!!
I won't lie I had a bit of a low moment after her call but I am better now thanks to hubby.. she was so nice though, and they struggled to get their first so she knows how it feels... But all in good time right!?