It's been a long day, but a great one too! This morning we got up and went to church, which helped with the waiting game, but we were definitely nervous/excited for ten to roll around. Thomas, Mark, Mom, & I decided to try out a new little coffee shop for breakfast...so there we sat...Thomas made the call...no message on the PRN line. So, we sat and he called over and over & still no message. 10:30 rolled around and still no dice! Then, my phone rang & the caller I.D. read "Dr. B"....wow, was I nervous to answer that phone call. I answered it & the IVF coordinator began telling me to be at the fertility center tomorrow at 1:30...I had to interrupt her and ask, "So, does this mean that our embryo's are doing good"? She responded with some great news: "Yes, their both doing very good, rated at 3's and are ready for transfer tomorrow." I can't remember anything else that she said...I hung up the phone, turned to Thomas with a huge smile & some tears & I told him the news! The first thing out of his mouth..."Kelly, what's tomorrow"? Then, it hit me...tomorrow is my birthday & I'm going to receive two lil' miracles as gifts! How awesome is that! Maybe, just, maybe 27 won't be so bad after all!
So, now we continue to pray for our lil' peas to attach tomorrow and to hold strong & grow, grow, grow!!! We go in for transfer at 1:30 and then directly to Dr. L.B.'s for acupuncture. Tomorrow's going to be another great day!!!
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Living Update to Update
After, a sleepless night and a restless morning ten a.m. finally came around. I couldn't make the call to the PRN line...way to nervous, Thomas had to do it. Our nurse said that of our five eggs only two had fertilized & for us to check back at ten a.m. tomorrow to see how the two are coming along. So, there you have it...we are down to two. We feel like we're swimming up-stream, but as Thomas says, at least we're still swimming! Two is better than one or even none, so for now we are going to do our best to stay positive & pray for our two lil' peas to stay strong!
The countdown is on for our next update...12 more hours!
The countdown is on for our next update...12 more hours!
Egg Retrieval Complete
It's 12:10 a.m. and I wide awake having trouble falling back asleep...way too much rolling through my head. We went in today or I guess now it's yesterday at 8:15 am for egg retrieval. They took us back and got me prepped for the operating room. Once again I had to sport the sexy socks and hair net with my trendy gown...Thomas got a good laugh...& again him and the nurse got in some good jokes! The anaesthesiologist came and talked with us and then it was time to be taken to the operating room. With a kiss goodbye and a good luck to Hardy I was on my way. I remember laying on the operating table for what seemed like forever while he tried both hands over and over trying to get my I.V. started...my veins pulled their normal tricks & fought a hard fight against the needle. He told me he was going to try one last try before moving to the NECK...thankfully, he finally got it! The next thing I remember is waking up in recovery.
Thomas was next to me when I came to...I looked at him and right away asked, "How many eggs"? In my mind I so wanted him to reply with ten minimum. But, he didn't say ten or even close to ten. He said, "Five" & at that moment I lost it emotionally. I knew our odds for a successful cycle had gone down considerably and I couldn't handle it. I felt the tears begin to run down my cheeks. Thomas was awesome, he held my hand, talked me through it, and stayed as strong as ever....yet another reminder of how lucky I am to have him in my life not only as my husband, but as my best friend....so blessed! It wasn't long before Dr. B came in to talk with us. She was incredibly caring as she obviously could tell I was disappointed and held my other arm as she talked to us. She said that I had upwards of twelve, but of those, some were too big/mature, some too small, and some were good follicles but just didn't house eggs. That left us with five out of the twelve that were in good shape with good eggs. She talked about how yes we were shooting for ten and yes, that would have increased our odds drastically, but sometimes it just doesn't work out as we hope it will....& now we focus on the five good ones. She said with my age, we still have good odds at fertilization. Then, she ended with a story about her growing up & having downer days like this....she said when the sun comes up tomorrow things will be better! That's why I love her and am confident in her ability to help us, she's an amazing doctor with a heart that truly cares about her patients!
As Thomas and I headed to the car I caught myself giving our five lil' guys a pep talk as the tears still fell. Please, Lord help them to make it through the night....all of them! I get it that statistically the odds are not in our favor, but please make an acceptation. We've never wanted something so bad. I promise we will be exceptional parents...we're so excited and ready to share our love with a sweet addition! I mean, look at Thomas, he's going to be the best Dad!
I don't think of myself as a very emotional person, but today showed me otherwise. It has been a tough day filled with lots of tears and loads of prayers. Thank goodness for our awesome families and great friends who are all in our corner with open arms. We wouldn't be able to make it through days like this without you all. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the thoughts and prayers! We love you all! So, we will continue to pray for our five lil' peas to stay strong. As, I mentioned at the beginning, there's too much going through my head to sleep...I'm so excited yet scared for 10 am to get here. That's when we get the update on them and we will know how many fertilized and what each embryo rates. Lord, I pray for these lil' guys...be with them and if it's your will let us beat the odds and get five for five!!!
Thomas was next to me when I came to...I looked at him and right away asked, "How many eggs"? In my mind I so wanted him to reply with ten minimum. But, he didn't say ten or even close to ten. He said, "Five" & at that moment I lost it emotionally. I knew our odds for a successful cycle had gone down considerably and I couldn't handle it. I felt the tears begin to run down my cheeks. Thomas was awesome, he held my hand, talked me through it, and stayed as strong as ever....yet another reminder of how lucky I am to have him in my life not only as my husband, but as my best friend....so blessed! It wasn't long before Dr. B came in to talk with us. She was incredibly caring as she obviously could tell I was disappointed and held my other arm as she talked to us. She said that I had upwards of twelve, but of those, some were too big/mature, some too small, and some were good follicles but just didn't house eggs. That left us with five out of the twelve that were in good shape with good eggs. She talked about how yes we were shooting for ten and yes, that would have increased our odds drastically, but sometimes it just doesn't work out as we hope it will....& now we focus on the five good ones. She said with my age, we still have good odds at fertilization. Then, she ended with a story about her growing up & having downer days like this....she said when the sun comes up tomorrow things will be better! That's why I love her and am confident in her ability to help us, she's an amazing doctor with a heart that truly cares about her patients!
As Thomas and I headed to the car I caught myself giving our five lil' guys a pep talk as the tears still fell. Please, Lord help them to make it through the night....all of them! I get it that statistically the odds are not in our favor, but please make an acceptation. We've never wanted something so bad. I promise we will be exceptional parents...we're so excited and ready to share our love with a sweet addition! I mean, look at Thomas, he's going to be the best Dad!
I don't think of myself as a very emotional person, but today showed me otherwise. It has been a tough day filled with lots of tears and loads of prayers. Thank goodness for our awesome families and great friends who are all in our corner with open arms. We wouldn't be able to make it through days like this without you all. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the thoughts and prayers! We love you all! So, we will continue to pray for our five lil' peas to stay strong. As, I mentioned at the beginning, there's too much going through my head to sleep...I'm so excited yet scared for 10 am to get here. That's when we get the update on them and we will know how many fertilized and what each embryo rates. Lord, I pray for these lil' guys...be with them and if it's your will let us beat the odds and get five for five!!!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Day 11 Stim Update
Today has been a great day! I arrived at school early to prepare for a guest speaker to talk to my class about his experiences as a pilot in Chad & The Democratic Republic of Congo. It was awesome...the kids loved him, his pictures, & his stories. It's always cool as a teacher when I can see my students making real life connections with the present content I am teaching them!
Next, I picked up Hardy and we headed to the Fertility Clinic for yet another day of u/s & blood work. My veins were once again adamant about not cooperating, so it took tries on both arms before we were told to go in for our u/s and to come back for her to try again on the blood struggle. My follicles looked ginormous! Too many to count in the right ovary & still just three in the left ovary....although, I must give the left some credit...two of those three looked and measured perfect! I received my last injection of follistim & headed back for round two of blood work...two more sticks and she got it! Thank Goodness!!!
Thomas called our PRN line at 2:00 to find out some exciting news...my follicles are ready!!! We will trigger tonight at 11:00 and come in for egg retrieval Friday morning at 8:15! We are both full of emotions...super excited, incredibly scared, & yet full of hope! With God's will, we will have our little Pea's in incubators by Friday afternoon!
I ended the day by seeing Dr. L.B. for acupuncture and I'll go back again tomorrow for another session to prepare my body for retrieval. She's all about timing it perfect with my cycle. Transfer day will fall on either Monday or Wednesday of next week. I'll go back to Dr. L.B. within an hour after the transfer is complete. This is one crazy journey, but it will be completely worth all the doctors, pills, shots, & appointments when we get that first positive! We pray, pray, pray for a successful cycle!
Next, I picked up Hardy and we headed to the Fertility Clinic for yet another day of u/s & blood work. My veins were once again adamant about not cooperating, so it took tries on both arms before we were told to go in for our u/s and to come back for her to try again on the blood struggle. My follicles looked ginormous! Too many to count in the right ovary & still just three in the left ovary....although, I must give the left some credit...two of those three looked and measured perfect! I received my last injection of follistim & headed back for round two of blood work...two more sticks and she got it! Thank Goodness!!!
Thomas called our PRN line at 2:00 to find out some exciting news...my follicles are ready!!! We will trigger tonight at 11:00 and come in for egg retrieval Friday morning at 8:15! We are both full of emotions...super excited, incredibly scared, & yet full of hope! With God's will, we will have our little Pea's in incubators by Friday afternoon!
I ended the day by seeing Dr. L.B. for acupuncture and I'll go back again tomorrow for another session to prepare my body for retrieval. She's all about timing it perfect with my cycle. Transfer day will fall on either Monday or Wednesday of next week. I'll go back to Dr. L.B. within an hour after the transfer is complete. This is one crazy journey, but it will be completely worth all the doctors, pills, shots, & appointments when we get that first positive! We pray, pray, pray for a successful cycle!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Day 10 Stim Update
Went in today for another u/s & blood work. My follicles looked huge & feel huge (wow...feel like I'm about to explode), but they left us a message on our PRN line saying that we have to come in for another appointment tomorrow morning. My follicles just aren't completely ready yet & Dr. B wants them to be perfect. Dr. B knows best, so we will push it back a day with hopes of some of the lil' ones to grow leaps and bounds over night! Come on Ms. Left Ovary, this is your last chance to step it up and shine! Ms. Right Ovary, nice job thus far.... please don't explode as we wait & give Ms. Left some much needed pointers!!!
We are to take another follistim shot tonight & ganirelex shot in the morning along with all my pills. Back to see Dr. B at 9:00 for what should be our last u/s & blood work before retrieval! Also, back to Dr. L.B. for acupuncture tomorrow afternoon. We are super stoked and can't wait for the next few days to play out! We continue to put this all in God's hands as we pray for God to help Dr. B to do what she does best!
We are to take another follistim shot tonight & ganirelex shot in the morning along with all my pills. Back to see Dr. B at 9:00 for what should be our last u/s & blood work before retrieval! Also, back to Dr. L.B. for acupuncture tomorrow afternoon. We are super stoked and can't wait for the next few days to play out! We continue to put this all in God's hands as we pray for God to help Dr. B to do what she does best!
Monday, February 21, 2011
Day 9 Stim Update
We went to see Dr. B this morning to check on our follicles. The "blood stud" was back today, so I thought it would be a one stick morning....well so much for hopeful thinking, she tried each arm with the butterfly needle before telling me to come back after my u/s for her to try again! My veins are adamant about keeping my blood in....they better start cooperating because they talked today about the possibility of taking it through my NECK! Awesome, huh? Just how everybody wants to start their day...a needle to the neck!
My follicles looked GREAT in the right ovary. She counted 10 that measured in the high teens to twenty & said that there were also some smaller ones that could still make a comeback. My left ovary stepped up to help out but barely...she saw 2 good sized follicles and one little one. Beggars can't be choosers...2 is better than one! Thank goodness the right ovary is working overtime!!!
Thomas checked our PRN line this afternoon and the IVF coordinator told us to take the follistim shot tonight & again in the morning along with the ganirelex shot and am pills. Then, we are to come back to the office tomorrow at 8:15.
We are getting soooo excited! Well, lets be honest...excited & nervous all at once! This is going to be a really big week....egg retrieval/egg hunt will for sure happen no later than Friday! Prayers are in full throttle!
My follicles looked GREAT in the right ovary. She counted 10 that measured in the high teens to twenty & said that there were also some smaller ones that could still make a comeback. My left ovary stepped up to help out but barely...she saw 2 good sized follicles and one little one. Beggars can't be choosers...2 is better than one! Thank goodness the right ovary is working overtime!!!
Thomas checked our PRN line this afternoon and the IVF coordinator told us to take the follistim shot tonight & again in the morning along with the ganirelex shot and am pills. Then, we are to come back to the office tomorrow at 8:15.
We are getting soooo excited! Well, lets be honest...excited & nervous all at once! This is going to be a really big week....egg retrieval/egg hunt will for sure happen no later than Friday! Prayers are in full throttle!
Day 7 Stim Update
I went back to see Dr. B on Saturday (Day 7 of Stim shots) for another u/s & blood work. Due to it being the weekend, the regular "awesome" blood getter lady wasn't there, so of coarse, getting my blood was a struggle. It took this lady lots of sticks, and both arms before she got it. She told me that my veins are the smallest she has ever seen...Thanks Mom & Dad for this awesome pass me down feature!
Dr. B did my u/s and found 10-11 good sized follicles in the right ovary and only 1 in the left :( She said that sometimes this happens, where on side just gives up while the other side works really hard. She didn't seem too concerned, so I'm trying not to worry about it, although I would really love for Ms. Left Ovary to wake it up & to realize it's game time!!! I still have hope for a comeback on the left!!! The more follicles we have...the better our chances for a successful cycle!
We are to keep taking the follistim shots, the pills, & are to add the ganirelex shot (this one will keep me from ovulating). Return back to the doctor Monday morning!
Dr. B did my u/s and found 10-11 good sized follicles in the right ovary and only 1 in the left :( She said that sometimes this happens, where on side just gives up while the other side works really hard. She didn't seem too concerned, so I'm trying not to worry about it, although I would really love for Ms. Left Ovary to wake it up & to realize it's game time!!! I still have hope for a comeback on the left!!! The more follicles we have...the better our chances for a successful cycle!
We are to keep taking the follistim shots, the pills, & are to add the ganirelex shot (this one will keep me from ovulating). Return back to the doctor Monday morning!
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Day 5 Stim Update
We went to see Dr. B this morning for an u/s and blood work. I had seven follicles in the right ovary and three follicles in the left. She also said there were a few more that were too small to measure, but they could still grow bigger in time for retrieval. I'm not gonna lie...I was a bit bummed about the total follicle count...I was hoping for a number in the high teens :( Thomas called the PRN line at 2:00 and the IVF coordinator said that everything looked good and to keep up with the stim shots at the same dosages and then back to the fertility center on Saturday for another u/s & blood work. Time to pray for those lil guys to grow, grow, grow!!!
I also went to see Dr. L.B. today and it went really good. I'm so glad we added acupuncture to this crazy journey...I feel like it's helping tons & bonus: it's straight up relaxing! Next week we will do extra treatments timed out perfect with egg retrieval and implantation. Dr. L.B. is planning it all out to the hour as to when I need to come in. She also made me feel a lot better about the number of follicles and told me not to worry one ounce about it. So, as Dr. L.B. requested...I'm going to stay clear of googling info and am just going to relax with a clear mind & I'll just pray about it...putting this all in God's hands!
It's looking like egg retrieval or as my friend Missy calls it: the "egg hunt" will happen either Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of next week. Holy Cow! We're so excited! This time next week our lil' peas will... hopefully, fingers crossed, praying hard...be more than a wish or a hope!
I also went to see Dr. L.B. today and it went really good. I'm so glad we added acupuncture to this crazy journey...I feel like it's helping tons & bonus: it's straight up relaxing! Next week we will do extra treatments timed out perfect with egg retrieval and implantation. Dr. L.B. is planning it all out to the hour as to when I need to come in. She also made me feel a lot better about the number of follicles and told me not to worry one ounce about it. So, as Dr. L.B. requested...I'm going to stay clear of googling info and am just going to relax with a clear mind & I'll just pray about it...putting this all in God's hands!
It's looking like egg retrieval or as my friend Missy calls it: the "egg hunt" will happen either Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of next week. Holy Cow! We're so excited! This time next week our lil' peas will... hopefully, fingers crossed, praying hard...be more than a wish or a hope!
Monday, February 14, 2011
Happy V-Day & Happy Anniversary T!
I feel so unbelievably blessed! Today, is our Wedding Anniversary and I am reminded of how lucky I am to have such an amazing husband. The time since we said, "I Do" has flown by, but it has been, hands down, the time of my life! I love you T.C.H! Thanks for being you!
Baby Update:
We started shots Sunday and are doing them everyday twice a day: 7:00am & 7:00pm. So far, so good! Thomas has got the dosages down and has been a great shot-giver (haha, never thought I would say that about my husband)! I have been bruising after every shot, so my stomach is beginning to look like a battlefield...good thing it's not bathing suit season! This week I go back to Dr. L.B. for acupuncture on Wednesday & Dr. B on Thursday morning. Dr. B will check to see if the stim shots are working by doing an u/s & blood work. She will also tell us when to start Ganirelix shots.
Here's a pic of Thomas preparing to give me my first shot...he actually read the directions...shocker! Also, a pic of Gus on his birthday crawling through a tunnel!
Baby Update:
We started shots Sunday and are doing them everyday twice a day: 7:00am & 7:00pm. So far, so good! Thomas has got the dosages down and has been a great shot-giver (haha, never thought I would say that about my husband)! I have been bruising after every shot, so my stomach is beginning to look like a battlefield...good thing it's not bathing suit season! This week I go back to Dr. L.B. for acupuncture on Wednesday & Dr. B on Thursday morning. Dr. B will check to see if the stim shots are working by doing an u/s & blood work. She will also tell us when to start Ganirelix shots.
Here's a pic of Thomas preparing to give me my first shot...he actually read the directions...shocker! Also, a pic of Gus on his birthday crawling through a tunnel!
Friday, February 11, 2011
A "lil" Update
Wednesday I headed back to Dr. L.B.'s for acupuncture. I believe this marks my 5th week in a row with Dr. L.B. and it is going awesome. I really think the acupuncture has something to do with how great everything looked in my baseline u/s earlier this week!
I also got a message on our PRN line: Dr.B's IVF coordinator said that my ultrasound and blood work looked great. She said to take my last BC pill Tuesday, then no meds besides pre-natals and folic acid for the next four days. Then on Sunday the 13th we are to start dexamethasone and stim shots. (Thomas is going to be a pro shot giver by the time this is all over!) We then return to see Dr. B on Thursday the 17th for an u/s & blood work.
This weekend is going to be busy at the Hardy house. Gus's 4th birthday is Saturday, Sunday we start meds, and Monday is Valentines Day/Our Anniversary!!!
I also got a message on our PRN line: Dr.B's IVF coordinator said that my ultrasound and blood work looked great. She said to take my last BC pill Tuesday, then no meds besides pre-natals and folic acid for the next four days. Then on Sunday the 13th we are to start dexamethasone and stim shots. (Thomas is going to be a pro shot giver by the time this is all over!) We then return to see Dr. B on Thursday the 17th for an u/s & blood work.
This weekend is going to be busy at the Hardy house. Gus's 4th birthday is Saturday, Sunday we start meds, and Monday is Valentines Day/Our Anniversary!!!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Another snow storm: UNBELIEVABLE!!!
I'm beginning to feel like I'm back in the Minnesota Tundra! It's freezing here paired with lots and lots of snow. I mentioned in an earlier post that we received 21 inches last Tuesday. Well, it has only gone down hill since: on Friday we received another 3 inches and are expecting the next big snow storm to move in tonight and tomorrow. They are projecting another 8-12 inches! This is out of control! School has been canceled for 6 straight days and it's looking doubtful that we will return at all this week. I'm definitely beginning to miss my students, but no worries...at this rate I'll be seeing them through July...YIKES!
Due to the snow storm moving in tonight, Dr. B went ahead and let me come in this morning (a day early) for my baseline ultrasound and blood work. The ultrasound looked great...no cysts...so, now I wait until 2:00 to call my PRN line to hear about my blood work. Speaking of blood work: my veins were not cooperating this morning. She tried...dug for my vain...then gave up...told me to come back after my ultra sound. When I came back she used what she called a "butterfly" (not sure why it's called that, didn't look anything like a butterfly) to get my blood and it worked like a charm. She said from now on to remind her every time to use the "butterfly". I told her not to worry, "I'll remember"!
Great News: The financial coordinator informed us that yesterday they received the clearance from our insurance company & they're going to cover a portion of our IVF cycle! That's an answer to our prayers...so thankful!!!
Due to the snow storm moving in tonight, Dr. B went ahead and let me come in this morning (a day early) for my baseline ultrasound and blood work. The ultrasound looked great...no cysts...so, now I wait until 2:00 to call my PRN line to hear about my blood work. Speaking of blood work: my veins were not cooperating this morning. She tried...dug for my vain...then gave up...told me to come back after my ultra sound. When I came back she used what she called a "butterfly" (not sure why it's called that, didn't look anything like a butterfly) to get my blood and it worked like a charm. She said from now on to remind her every time to use the "butterfly". I told her not to worry, "I'll remember"!
Great News: The financial coordinator informed us that yesterday they received the clearance from our insurance company & they're going to cover a portion of our IVF cycle! That's an answer to our prayers...so thankful!!!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Oklahoma Blizzard
My appointment with Dr. L.B. was cancelled for today & who knows when it will be rescheduled. The blizzard dumped us with a record breaking 21' inches of snow. That amount in OK creates straight up craziness! There are drifts all the way to the rooftops and school is closed again tomorrow. I spent two hours last night shoveling a path from the front door to the driveway and then only got ten or so feet down the driveway....and I was spent. The snow across the driveway is thigh deep do to drifts. I went out again today for an hour and barely made it half way. Talk about a good workout! I feel like my back and arms might break and fall off!!!
Baby Update:
The IVF financial coordinator called today and is still having trouble with our insurance company. They still haven't officially confirmed to insure our cycle. We had heard that they had approved it, but then got a letter from them asking for more information. I don't understand! They have all of our records and the fertility center has called them over and over and can't get an answer. Please pray for us that this goes through...this is huge financially! As for appointments: Dr. L.B later this week & Dr. B next Wednesday.
Here's why I am so stinking sore & another reason why I am missing "Hardy"...why does he have to be gone during a blizzard?!? Lord, help him to make it home safe and sound today....he has lots of shoveling ahead of him!!!
Baby Update:
The IVF financial coordinator called today and is still having trouble with our insurance company. They still haven't officially confirmed to insure our cycle. We had heard that they had approved it, but then got a letter from them asking for more information. I don't understand! They have all of our records and the fertility center has called them over and over and can't get an answer. Please pray for us that this goes through...this is huge financially! As for appointments: Dr. L.B later this week & Dr. B next Wednesday.
Here's why I am so stinking sore & another reason why I am missing "Hardy"...why does he have to be gone during a blizzard?!? Lord, help him to make it home safe and sound today....he has lots of shoveling ahead of him!!!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Snow! Snow! Snow!
It's a blizzard outside...we've already gotten over a foot of snow and it's still coming down! We are definitely snowed in. Good thing Mom made it over last night, so it's a movie marathon day! It's looking like school will be out for the rest of the week. Tulsa is completely out of commission today and tomorrow's looking a little sketchy too. Hopefully, I'll make it to my doctors appointment tomorrow.
Update:
Last Thursday Thomas & I went to our big appointment. First, Dr. B did the trial transfer and ultrasound with contrast. It was a little uncomfortable and crampy, but not bad at all. Next, we headed to patient education which was a bit overwhelming. Talk about a ton of information...HOLY COW! I hope Thomas took good notes...especially on the shot-giving...wow, those were some huge needles! I go in for my baseline ultrasound and blood work on the 9th and then begin IVF meds two days later. It's looking like egg retrieval and transfer will be the last week of February (We are so exctied...it's almost here). Dr. B also got me on prescription folic acid and some special pre-natals. Thomas & I are both taking antibiotic Z-pacs this week in order to make sure are bodies are good to go for next week. That brings my pill total for this week to 6/day...3 folic acid pills, 1 pre-natal, 1 antibiotic, & 1 birth control. (Mary sure would be proud!)
I'll update again tomorrow after my appointment with Dr.L.B. That is if I make it out in this "Winter Wonderland"!!! Here's a pic looking out the front door:
Update:
Last Thursday Thomas & I went to our big appointment. First, Dr. B did the trial transfer and ultrasound with contrast. It was a little uncomfortable and crampy, but not bad at all. Next, we headed to patient education which was a bit overwhelming. Talk about a ton of information...HOLY COW! I hope Thomas took good notes...especially on the shot-giving...wow, those were some huge needles! I go in for my baseline ultrasound and blood work on the 9th and then begin IVF meds two days later. It's looking like egg retrieval and transfer will be the last week of February (We are so exctied...it's almost here). Dr. B also got me on prescription folic acid and some special pre-natals. Thomas & I are both taking antibiotic Z-pacs this week in order to make sure are bodies are good to go for next week. That brings my pill total for this week to 6/day...3 folic acid pills, 1 pre-natal, 1 antibiotic, & 1 birth control. (Mary sure would be proud!)
I'll update again tomorrow after my appointment with Dr.L.B. That is if I make it out in this "Winter Wonderland"!!! Here's a pic looking out the front door:
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
And So It Begins...
Tomorrow we go to Dr. B's for trial transfer, ultra-sound with contrast, patient education, and a financial meeting...I'll definitely post another update tomorrow night. As for today, I went to see Dr. L.B. for acupuncture. It again went great and was very relaxing. So weird that needles sticking all over my body can equal relaxation... it blows me away every time!
A special delivery arrived in the mail today...a box full of medicines, syringes, and lots of needles. This means that it's officially time for our IVF cycle to begin! It's hard to believe that it's here, but we are beyond excited! Crazy to think that a month from now our lil' miracle will hopefully be in the oven! Just the thought of that makes me a bit misty...I pray that it works...please, Lord be with us and our doctors throughout this journey and if it's your will... bless us with a little baby "Hardy" miracle....we will forever be thankful!
"Our Delivery of Meds"
A special delivery arrived in the mail today...a box full of medicines, syringes, and lots of needles. This means that it's officially time for our IVF cycle to begin! It's hard to believe that it's here, but we are beyond excited! Crazy to think that a month from now our lil' miracle will hopefully be in the oven! Just the thought of that makes me a bit misty...I pray that it works...please, Lord be with us and our doctors throughout this journey and if it's your will... bless us with a little baby "Hardy" miracle....we will forever be thankful!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Chinese Medicine...Bring it!
Today, has been perfect! The snow is falling and school is out for the day...to top it off, Thomas flew home a day early and surprised me last night! So, it's Hardy, Gus, and I enjoying our day together. Tomorrow, Gus heads to Camp Bow Wow and we catch our flight to Florida. Life is good!
Baby Update:
Thomas and I had heard and read a lot about acupuncture and how it can increase your odds for a successful IVF cycle. Kinda crazy but with that in mind...we were sold. So, we searched and searched for someone in Tulsa that specialized in infertility, was nationally certified, and was also a doctor. With some research we found the perfect acupuncturist. Not only, is she fully accredited, but she's also a doctor and her office is close to Dr. B's. I went in for my first appointment last Thursday and it was awesome! She was very thorough, caring, and motivated to help Thomas and I. She also helped me with my diet...informing me of foods to stay away from and lots of foods that were good to eat for infertility. The acupuncture part didn't hurt a bit, and actually it was very relaxing. So, Dr. L.B. is now officially on our team of doctors and I'm stoked about it! I will visit her every Wednesday from now until after we get pregnant.
All of my drugs for IVF will arrive on the 25th, and we go for patient education/trial transfer/ultrasound on the 27th. So, with that said, it all begins exactly one week from today!
Baby Update:
Thomas and I had heard and read a lot about acupuncture and how it can increase your odds for a successful IVF cycle. Kinda crazy but with that in mind...we were sold. So, we searched and searched for someone in Tulsa that specialized in infertility, was nationally certified, and was also a doctor. With some research we found the perfect acupuncturist. Not only, is she fully accredited, but she's also a doctor and her office is close to Dr. B's. I went in for my first appointment last Thursday and it was awesome! She was very thorough, caring, and motivated to help Thomas and I. She also helped me with my diet...informing me of foods to stay away from and lots of foods that were good to eat for infertility. The acupuncture part didn't hurt a bit, and actually it was very relaxing. So, Dr. L.B. is now officially on our team of doctors and I'm stoked about it! I will visit her every Wednesday from now until after we get pregnant.
All of my drugs for IVF will arrive on the 25th, and we go for patient education/trial transfer/ultrasound on the 27th. So, with that said, it all begins exactly one week from today!
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Let the Appointments Roll In
I have some huge updates...
Update #1: Thursday evening Thomas and I were finally able to relax and be a bit less stressed. We were getting worried about Thomas missing appointments due to work trips, but the IVF coordinator called and scheduled patient education for the 27th....which is perfect...Thomas won't miss a beat.
Update #2: This coming up week we have no appointments. The following week I have trial transfer and ultrasound, plus blood work. The week after that is patient education and then we start injections the first week of February.
Update #3: Thursday evening we also met with Dr. N for counseling. I have to say that it went really well. He talked with us about everything we're about to endure and how we can manage it. He had a lot of good advice and as we talked to him it began to sink in...just how intricate/serious/amazing this whole process is going to be.
Update #4: Before this all begins we are taking a trip to Florida!!! This will hopefully be our last trip as a family of 3 (Hardy, Gus, & I). So, we figure this will be a perfect way to relax and enjoy each other before we jump into IVF. Oh, how we can't wait to get there! We're going to stay with my Uncle Duke and Aunt Phyllis in Vero Beach....so excited to see them!
So, until next time we will be praying and praying and praying for all of these appointments, medicines, surgeries, and needles to result in a lil' beautiful addition to the "Hardy" fam. We are soooo excited to see what God has in store for us!
Update #1: Thursday evening Thomas and I were finally able to relax and be a bit less stressed. We were getting worried about Thomas missing appointments due to work trips, but the IVF coordinator called and scheduled patient education for the 27th....which is perfect...Thomas won't miss a beat.
Update #2: This coming up week we have no appointments. The following week I have trial transfer and ultrasound, plus blood work. The week after that is patient education and then we start injections the first week of February.
Update #3: Thursday evening we also met with Dr. N for counseling. I have to say that it went really well. He talked with us about everything we're about to endure and how we can manage it. He had a lot of good advice and as we talked to him it began to sink in...just how intricate/serious/amazing this whole process is going to be.
Update #4: Before this all begins we are taking a trip to Florida!!! This will hopefully be our last trip as a family of 3 (Hardy, Gus, & I). So, we figure this will be a perfect way to relax and enjoy each other before we jump into IVF. Oh, how we can't wait to get there! We're going to stay with my Uncle Duke and Aunt Phyllis in Vero Beach....so excited to see them!
So, until next time we will be praying and praying and praying for all of these appointments, medicines, surgeries, and needles to result in a lil' beautiful addition to the "Hardy" fam. We are soooo excited to see what God has in store for us!
Sunday, January 2, 2011
2011 Here We Come!
Well, lots has happened since my last post. Thomas, Gus, and I made the long journey to Beach, ND. It took us 18 hours all through the night. I was on board, so of course we hit a blizzard! But, it was well worth the drive...we had loads of fun and a fantastic Christmas! Its official, Gussers loves the snow and he really loves Grandma Jean's iced sugar cookies (sorry about that Jean)! We headed home Christmas night and arrived back in OK just in time for the "Murray" Christmas, which was also a huge success! Mac, Kellen, and Adam were the cutest. We had lots of fun watching them rip into their presents!
As for our lil pea...we went to see Dr. B on December 28th for my post-op appointment. She showed me all the pictures she took of my insides (kinda cool, how many people can say they have seen their insides...haha) and told me all about the surgery. She also talked with us about our next step in our infertility journey. She said that had she found lots of endometriosis and been able to remove it than she would want to do a few more IUI's, but because we're still in the unknown IVF is definitely her recommendation. She mentioned that it could be that the problem is with the sperm and egg connecting and with IVF we will be able to fix that and learn more about what's happening. Thomas and I both feel very confident about moving on to IVF and we are getting really excited!!!
The IVF coordinator should call this week to set up all of our appointments. The first ones will include a trial transfer procedure, patient education, a financial meeting, and couples therapy session for stress management. January and February will be crazy with all the appointments and needles (Thomas's favorite thing), but it will all be worth it. Hopefully...if all goes as planned... around October we will finally meet "Baby Hardy" and we can't wait for that day!!!
As for our lil pea...we went to see Dr. B on December 28th for my post-op appointment. She showed me all the pictures she took of my insides (kinda cool, how many people can say they have seen their insides...haha) and told me all about the surgery. She also talked with us about our next step in our infertility journey. She said that had she found lots of endometriosis and been able to remove it than she would want to do a few more IUI's, but because we're still in the unknown IVF is definitely her recommendation. She mentioned that it could be that the problem is with the sperm and egg connecting and with IVF we will be able to fix that and learn more about what's happening. Thomas and I both feel very confident about moving on to IVF and we are getting really excited!!!
The IVF coordinator should call this week to set up all of our appointments. The first ones will include a trial transfer procedure, patient education, a financial meeting, and couples therapy session for stress management. January and February will be crazy with all the appointments and needles (Thomas's favorite thing), but it will all be worth it. Hopefully...if all goes as planned... around October we will finally meet "Baby Hardy" and we can't wait for that day!!!
Friday, December 17, 2010
Black "n" Blue
On Wednesday we arrived at the Hospital at 10:00 a.m. They took us back around 11:00. As soon as we got back there Thomas had to help me get dressed into a gown, dorky socks, & a nerdy hair net. Of course, right away he wanted to take a pic, but thankfully I talked him out of it....that was until the nurse came and talked Thomas right back into taking a pic and trying to convince him to post it on facebook!!! He did take a pic, but thank goodness it didn't make a facebook appearance. They started an IV and the anaesthesiologist came to talk with us while we waited. Dr. B also came and talked with us for a bit. This was the worst part...waiting....Thomas & I just kept telling each other that this is one more step closer to starting our family!!!
A nurse came at about 12:15 to take me to the operating room. With a kiss goodbye from Hardy, I was off. That was one crazy feeling...walking into the operating room knowing that you are getting ready to be worked on. The nurses helped me get on to the operating table and then I just remember a lot of people moving all around me getting things ready. The anaesthesiologist came in and told me to pick a destination because he was about to send me on a trip...and that's the last thing I remember about the operating room. When Dr. B finished, she went out and talked to Thomas. She told him the my uterus looked good, and that one of my ovaries looked great, but the other one wasn't so good. She made an extra incision to cut off adhesion's from the fallopian tube. I guess she talked to me too and showed me pics, but I don't remember anything. I'm looking forward to meeting with her at my post-op appointment to find out all the details.
An hour and a half later, when I came to in recovery I immediately felt like someone had shot me in the shoulder...Dr. B wasn't kidding about the weird shoulder pain!!! For the next couple hours I just remember being kinda in and out. They were giving me morphine for the pain, which made my skin burn and my body shake, but totally eliminated the pain. Around 3:15 they took me into a different recovery room where I finally got to see Thomas and my mom. Poor Thomas, didn't make it too long....he was definitely in pass out mode just looking at me and thinking about what had happened. So, I talked him into waiting outside for me while mom and the nurses helped me get dressed. Good thing he stepped out....one of my incisions had burst open!!! He would have been passed out for sure!!! Once, I was cleaned up and dressed I stood up and tried to get in the wheelchair, but couldn't make it...felt like I was going to pass out too. Mom fanned me for a while and finally, around 4:30 I was able to be wheeled to the car. I owe Thomas and my mom a huge thank you...they were awesome....and took great care of me!!!
I guess I didn't think the pain would be as bad as it has been. I'm very sore, black and blue, and my entire abdomen is swollen. Wednesday I was pretty out of it, yesterday the pain was pretty bad, so I'm hoping today will be lots better. My husband has been the greatest! He's taking great care of me! Once again, I don't know what I did to be blessed with such an amazing man!!!!
Here's one of the pics he took of me while waiting...thankfully this is minus the hair net! Check out those socks!!!
A nurse came at about 12:15 to take me to the operating room. With a kiss goodbye from Hardy, I was off. That was one crazy feeling...walking into the operating room knowing that you are getting ready to be worked on. The nurses helped me get on to the operating table and then I just remember a lot of people moving all around me getting things ready. The anaesthesiologist came in and told me to pick a destination because he was about to send me on a trip...and that's the last thing I remember about the operating room. When Dr. B finished, she went out and talked to Thomas. She told him the my uterus looked good, and that one of my ovaries looked great, but the other one wasn't so good. She made an extra incision to cut off adhesion's from the fallopian tube. I guess she talked to me too and showed me pics, but I don't remember anything. I'm looking forward to meeting with her at my post-op appointment to find out all the details.
An hour and a half later, when I came to in recovery I immediately felt like someone had shot me in the shoulder...Dr. B wasn't kidding about the weird shoulder pain!!! For the next couple hours I just remember being kinda in and out. They were giving me morphine for the pain, which made my skin burn and my body shake, but totally eliminated the pain. Around 3:15 they took me into a different recovery room where I finally got to see Thomas and my mom. Poor Thomas, didn't make it too long....he was definitely in pass out mode just looking at me and thinking about what had happened. So, I talked him into waiting outside for me while mom and the nurses helped me get dressed. Good thing he stepped out....one of my incisions had burst open!!! He would have been passed out for sure!!! Once, I was cleaned up and dressed I stood up and tried to get in the wheelchair, but couldn't make it...felt like I was going to pass out too. Mom fanned me for a while and finally, around 4:30 I was able to be wheeled to the car. I owe Thomas and my mom a huge thank you...they were awesome....and took great care of me!!!
I guess I didn't think the pain would be as bad as it has been. I'm very sore, black and blue, and my entire abdomen is swollen. Wednesday I was pretty out of it, yesterday the pain was pretty bad, so I'm hoping today will be lots better. My husband has been the greatest! He's taking great care of me! Once again, I don't know what I did to be blessed with such an amazing man!!!!
Here's one of the pics he took of me while waiting...thankfully this is minus the hair net! Check out those socks!!!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Pre-Op Complete
I went this morning to meet with Dr. B and then on to the hospital. She told me what to expect, every detail of the surgery, gave me my prescription for pain meds, and answered my questions. It definitely made me feel better when she told me that not only is she the surgeon, but she has also been the patient for this same surgery...so, she knows exactly what it feels like and what the recovery is like. She warned me that the worst part is the air. During surgery she will insert air into my abdomen, to blow it up so she can see what's going on. Before sewing me up, she will get as much of the air out, but more than likely won't be able to get all of it and therefore it goes into my bloodstream and causes shoulder pain....weird huh. She'll meet with me right before they put me out, and as soon as she's finished she'll meet with Thomas. She's thinking the surgery will take probably around an hour and a half - two hours. If she needs to make decisions during surgery about removals...I signed off that Thomas can make the decision...lucky guy!
The hospital pre-op was a bit more time consuming. I had to answer 9,000 questions, urine sample, blood work, and then answer another 9,000 questions about my latex allergy. I think they were more concerned about Thomas feeling comfortable than me....she told me three times that he needs to bring a jacket (so he doesn't get cold in the waiting room), a snack (because he will be very hungry) and something to read (because he will be in the waiting room for 6 hours and she doesn't want him to be bored)....unbelievable!!!
So, Wednesday it is....arrive at 10:00, surgery begins at 11:45, and approx. 4-5 hours in recovery. I'm really more excited to know what's going on than worried. I'll be fine...and I have Christmas to look forward to!!!
The hospital pre-op was a bit more time consuming. I had to answer 9,000 questions, urine sample, blood work, and then answer another 9,000 questions about my latex allergy. I think they were more concerned about Thomas feeling comfortable than me....she told me three times that he needs to bring a jacket (so he doesn't get cold in the waiting room), a snack (because he will be very hungry) and something to read (because he will be in the waiting room for 6 hours and she doesn't want him to be bored)....unbelievable!!!
So, Wednesday it is....arrive at 10:00, surgery begins at 11:45, and approx. 4-5 hours in recovery. I'm really more excited to know what's going on than worried. I'll be fine...and I have Christmas to look forward to!!!
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Just a Lil' Update
Dr. B's Nurse called this morning and informed me that insurance is going to help us out with the surgery (thank goodness), so it's officially scheduled for December 15th at 10:30 a.m. After, I hung up the phone I glanced at the calendar...that's really soon! She said that we would be getting more info. tomorrow and she would call me back with my pre-op appointment times: one with Dr. B and the other with the hospital. So, it's fair to say that the ball is definitely rolling. We also decided to push back IVF until February...the IVF coordinator was worried that with my insurance changing Jan 1st that we might have to pay out of pocket for our meds, and she also wants my body to have some time to heal after surgery. I have to admit that I wasn't very excited about this....I had my heart set on January. I know, I know, "It's only a month", but for someone who has been waiting month after month after month after month....a "month" feels like eternity!!! I was really, really, really bummed and it took me a while to pull myself out of it and to get back to being "Kelly". I definitely owe my awesome in-laws an apology...they arrived the same day that we found out about all the news & changes and I tried sooo hard to be myself and not to think about it, but I struggled. It's like feeling guilty for being the one with the messed up body and frustrated because every treatment we try seems to not work out, and scared because I know that IVF is the last option.
Thank goodness, I'm back to being "ME" and I'm determined to stay positive and optimistic. There is absolutely nothing I can do to fix this infertility struggle, so I have to let go and give it all to God...easier said than done, but I am really trying and it is really helping!!!
"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs, and don't forget to thank Him for His answers. If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will keep your thoughts and your hearts quiet and at rest as you trust in Christ." - Philippians 4:6-7
P.S. Here's Gussers next to the Christmas Tree...so far he hasn't eaten it, peed on it, or stolen any ornaments!!! Isn't he the cutest puppy!!!
Thank goodness, I'm back to being "ME" and I'm determined to stay positive and optimistic. There is absolutely nothing I can do to fix this infertility struggle, so I have to let go and give it all to God...easier said than done, but I am really trying and it is really helping!!!
"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs, and don't forget to thank Him for His answers. If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will keep your thoughts and your hearts quiet and at rest as you trust in Christ." - Philippians 4:6-7
P.S. Here's Gussers next to the Christmas Tree...so far he hasn't eaten it, peed on it, or stolen any ornaments!!! Isn't he the cutest puppy!!!
Monday, November 22, 2010
"I believe in Hope"
Our little pea isn't yet in the pod like we had hoped...another unsuccessful IUI. I have never experienced such frustration. It's like being kicked in the jaw when you're already down and out, and then replaying it every month. I knew a lot rode on this month, but I guess I just tried to put that thought out of mind/out of sight, but now it's full fledged reality. We now have no backup when it comes to options, meaning that while trying IUI it eases your mind knowing that if IUI doesn't work that there is always IVF. Now, we have stepped into the last option...the plunge without a safety net. IVF is it....please Lord help us...let this work for us!
That brings me to our big meeting with with Dr. B today. She believes that "something" just isn't right...due to our age, four medicated cycles paired with three IUI's should have worked. She told us that if we were her kids that she would advise us to move on to the next step or rather steps.
Step 1: Laparoscopy surgery which is where she would make an incision below my bellybutton and another above the pelvic bone. She would use a scope to see if and how much endometriosis is present and then remove as much of it as she can....hopefully cleaning everything up to increase our odds for pregnancy. My tests are borderline for endometriosis and that worries her, she even said that a lot of patients are symptom free, but have lots of it. She also said, that she could get in their and see that everything looks good. Either way we would have a better idea of what's causing the problem. Thomas and I both agreed that we want to go forward with the surgery. The only thing is the money...we are waiting to see that insurance will cover it.
Step 2: IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). It's official, we have scheduled IVF for January and should hear back from the coordinator by Monday with more details. Dr. B explained everything to us and answered all 900 of our questions. If there's one thing about this journey that I feel confident in, it is that we have found an amazing doctor. She makes us feel comfortable and takes the time to explain everything in detail and answer any question we might have. Today, she was telling us that she feels confident about moving on and telling us statistically how often it is successful and how often is fails and then she just kinda stopped and looked at us. She then went on to tell us about "hope" and how she believes in it, and that's the toughest part of her job...because sometimes a couple is sitting across from her and "hope" is all they have left, and she has to tell them that the chance of them bringing a child into the world is very, very slim...and she hates that day, because right then and there she feels like she is taking away the last bit of "hope" that they had left. She then looked across at us and said, that she honestly believes that when all is said and done, she feels that we will one day have a baby and that we shouldn't lose "hope". I thought that was pretty cool...I mean, when you're down and out and your doctor says something like that....It means something.
So, for now we will hold on to our "Faith" and our "Hope" that all will one day work out for us! One day, we will get our first positive, and one day we will add a beautiful baby to our lil' family, and on that day we will look back at this journey and smile, because it will ALL be worth it!!!!
That brings me to our big meeting with with Dr. B today. She believes that "something" just isn't right...due to our age, four medicated cycles paired with three IUI's should have worked. She told us that if we were her kids that she would advise us to move on to the next step or rather steps.
Step 1: Laparoscopy surgery which is where she would make an incision below my bellybutton and another above the pelvic bone. She would use a scope to see if and how much endometriosis is present and then remove as much of it as she can....hopefully cleaning everything up to increase our odds for pregnancy. My tests are borderline for endometriosis and that worries her, she even said that a lot of patients are symptom free, but have lots of it. She also said, that she could get in their and see that everything looks good. Either way we would have a better idea of what's causing the problem. Thomas and I both agreed that we want to go forward with the surgery. The only thing is the money...we are waiting to see that insurance will cover it.
Step 2: IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). It's official, we have scheduled IVF for January and should hear back from the coordinator by Monday with more details. Dr. B explained everything to us and answered all 900 of our questions. If there's one thing about this journey that I feel confident in, it is that we have found an amazing doctor. She makes us feel comfortable and takes the time to explain everything in detail and answer any question we might have. Today, she was telling us that she feels confident about moving on and telling us statistically how often it is successful and how often is fails and then she just kinda stopped and looked at us. She then went on to tell us about "hope" and how she believes in it, and that's the toughest part of her job...because sometimes a couple is sitting across from her and "hope" is all they have left, and she has to tell them that the chance of them bringing a child into the world is very, very slim...and she hates that day, because right then and there she feels like she is taking away the last bit of "hope" that they had left. She then looked across at us and said, that she honestly believes that when all is said and done, she feels that we will one day have a baby and that we shouldn't lose "hope". I thought that was pretty cool...I mean, when you're down and out and your doctor says something like that....It means something.
So, for now we will hold on to our "Faith" and our "Hope" that all will one day work out for us! One day, we will get our first positive, and one day we will add a beautiful baby to our lil' family, and on that day we will look back at this journey and smile, because it will ALL be worth it!!!!
Monday, November 15, 2010
9 Down...6 to GO!
Thank goodness the 2ww is over half way behind us....we can make it 6 days! This morning I went in for Progesterone blood work. Thomas called the PRN line for our results and it came back at 16.9 which is a good number. Now, we just wait until the 22nd for more blood work/appt. with Dr. B.
This past weekend Hardy and I transformed into professional chefs....okay, maybe not pros quite yet, but we're well on our way!!! Our church had a bake sale, so we made four loaves of Banana Bread, forty cinnamon rolls, and two lemon meringue pies. You should have seen the kitchen...it was a crazy mess, but we had an absolute blast and everything turned out great! Thomas is the official "meringue" guy!!! He has mastered it!
Well, until next time we will pray, pray, pray that this is the month!!! It sure would make Thanksgiving just PERFECT!
This past weekend Hardy and I transformed into professional chefs....okay, maybe not pros quite yet, but we're well on our way!!! Our church had a bake sale, so we made four loaves of Banana Bread, forty cinnamon rolls, and two lemon meringue pies. You should have seen the kitchen...it was a crazy mess, but we had an absolute blast and everything turned out great! Thomas is the official "meringue" guy!!! He has mastered it!
Well, until next time we will pray, pray, pray that this is the month!!! It sure would make Thanksgiving just PERFECT!
Monday, November 8, 2010
2ww countdown is on!
We went in Saturday morning for insemination. It was a little rocky, but worked out smoothly in the end. So now the dreaded 2ww (2 week-wait) begins. I pray that it flies by! Actually this month it should be the 2ww + 2 extra days darn it! Since, we inseminated on a Saturday we won't go in for our progesterone blood work until Monday the 15th and our pregnancy blood test until Monday the 22nd. Lets hope for good news!!!!
Lots to look forward to...
22nd: blood test & Meeting with Dr. B
23rd: Thomas's parents arrive for Thanksgiving
24th-28th: Thanksgiving Break...NO SCHOOL!
25th: Mom's B-day & Thanksgiving
Let the 2ww speed past and then time can go as slow as it pleases for Thanksgiving Break!!!
Lots to look forward to...
22nd: blood test & Meeting with Dr. B
23rd: Thomas's parents arrive for Thanksgiving
24th-28th: Thanksgiving Break...NO SCHOOL!
25th: Mom's B-day & Thanksgiving
Let the 2ww speed past and then time can go as slow as it pleases for Thanksgiving Break!!!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Super-Sized
Well, I'll start with the bad news...Hardy and I both over shot our predictions of follicle count and size by a long shot. There was only one follicle that looks mature enough to be fertilized. The good news is that at least there was one and...it was "Super-Sized"! It measured a 28, which is huge! There were two more, but they only measured a 12 and 14. Our nurse called me around 1:00 and said that Dr. B wanted me to trigger shot asap and insemination is on for tomorrow morning.
I'm a bit nervous because the on call doctor is going to do the procedure due to the day falling on the weekend. I'm so very confident and comfortable with Dr. B and wish she was going to do it but, I guess I better gear up for Dr. P. Surely, he's good since he's in partnership with her. I pray everything goes smoothly tomorrow and that this works out for us this time. We set up an appointment for the 22nd for our IVF consultation just in case we need it. Let's keep the prayers rolling!!!
Time for Pizza and a movie with the hub! I love Friday Nights!
I'm a bit nervous because the on call doctor is going to do the procedure due to the day falling on the weekend. I'm so very confident and comfortable with Dr. B and wish she was going to do it but, I guess I better gear up for Dr. P. Surely, he's good since he's in partnership with her. I pray everything goes smoothly tomorrow and that this works out for us this time. We set up an appointment for the 22nd for our IVF consultation just in case we need it. Let's keep the prayers rolling!!!
Time for Pizza and a movie with the hub! I love Friday Nights!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
The Rosary...
School has been a lot of fun this week....I can actually see my kids learning....that's the best feeling as an educator! Trying every possible way to teach them until at last it clicks and you see it in their eyes and you know they've got it!!! I pray that next week is even better!!!
Friday is when we go to the doctor for our ultra sound and blood work to check follicle development. Thomas and I are betting on this one: he says there will be 6 (mr. optimistic...another reason why I love him) I'm thinking that there will be 4! We will also find out what day for IUI: Sunday or Monday. Moral of the story....this weekend will be prayer time! Thomas says he's pulling out all the tricks he can think of for this weekend. He's bringing his Grandma's Rosary to all of our appointments along with praying his heart out. I've got to say....I think he's on to something....Thomas had that Rosary at Michael's bedside all throughout his difficult medical scare and look what happened...a miracle! Maybe, just maybe this will be our miracle month!!!!
Friday is when we go to the doctor for our ultra sound and blood work to check follicle development. Thomas and I are betting on this one: he says there will be 6 (mr. optimistic...another reason why I love him) I'm thinking that there will be 4! We will also find out what day for IUI: Sunday or Monday. Moral of the story....this weekend will be prayer time! Thomas says he's pulling out all the tricks he can think of for this weekend. He's bringing his Grandma's Rosary to all of our appointments along with praying his heart out. I've got to say....I think he's on to something....Thomas had that Rosary at Michael's bedside all throughout his difficult medical scare and look what happened...a miracle! Maybe, just maybe this will be our miracle month!!!!
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