Just a little Update

Thank goodness the weekend has arrived!  It feels like life has been so crazy with work, golf tournaments, coaching, doctor appointments & Thomas traveling...it's nice to have a couple days off to refresh!

This past week was a touch better emotionally, I think it was the beautiful weather...the sun finally decided to make an appearance...thank goodness!!!  Also, I met with Dr. D (my OBGYN), Dr. B (my RE), & Dr. L.B. (Acup) and received lots of updated information on our continuing journey through infertility. 

Dr. B met with us to discuss our failed cycle and her recommendations for future treatment.  Of coarse we went in expecting answers as to why our lil' guys didn't make it & as predicted there were no concrete answers.  Once the embryos are transferred to the uterus there's no way of knowing why or why not they take. (I guess it's just affirmation to what I've accepted, but am tired of hearing: "God just didn't have it in the cards for us" or "It wasn't in his plan" or "Kelly, everything happens for a reason").  Dr. B went on to tell us that she recommends IVF round #2.  This time with different stim meds (more shots) with hopes of producing more than 5 eggs.  She talked about that being a huge factor...I'm 27....the ultimate goal would be to have a minimum of 10.  Dr. B seemed positive and confidant in our next cycle being successful...I sure hope she's right.

After, meeting with Dr. B, I decided that I wanted to go back to meet with Dr. D to discuss where we've come in this infamous journey since she refered us out to the specialist.  To be honest, I was excited to meet with her....I've gone to her for a long time and I trust her.  Like I told her..."I'm here because I'm bummed, nervous, frustrated, & scared about where we've come & about what to do next."  Dr. D was completely empathetic, honest, & 100% helpful.  She gave me her honest opinion about what steps to take next & made me feel better (more normal) about my emotional craziness.  She met with me for a good 40mins & when I got up to walk out she gave me a hug & wrote no-charge on my chart.  That says a lot about a doctor...I feel pretty blessed to have her as my physician.

To end the week, on Thursday I went to see Dr. L.B. for acupuncture.  As always...she was completely helpful and optimistic.  Every week I look forward to my appointment...she's awesome about answering all of my crazy questions, being completely supportive, & making me feel more positive & relaxed.  Once again...we're blessed to have yet another great doctor helping us throughout this journey!

As for now, Thomas & I have some big decisions to make...what to do next & of course when to do it.  Please, Lord help us to make the right decisions!