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The forum has a new look and the Fairfax Team is so excited to create the best experience for our users.
To Note:
Private Donor Groups and Private Sibling Connection Groups are now located under the category "Groups". Search the donor number in the search box and you should find exactly what you're looking for!
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9DPIUI with Donor 4528
nebs
Junior Member Junior Member
Hi Anyone and Everyone:
So, today I am 9 days post my first IUI (Sat Apr 5th and Sun Apr 6th). I'm on 200mg of Progesterone twice daily and I am just starting to get nervous. My beta is scheduled for Monday (Easter Monday). I've been having really crazy symptoms that I have been blaming on the hormones - e.g., I'm at work right now and I can't button my pants because of the bloating. So, I am completely aware that the hormones' side effects mimc early pregancy symptoms and I want to cry from the frustration of not knowing if this procedure worked. Not that it should matter, but if this works I'll be a SMBC. I am not planning on taking a HPT because I'm scared I'm going to jinx it.
So, anyway, I'm reaching out to see if there's anyone out there in this 2ww boat with me. Possible Christmas baby? Any support would be greatly appreciated.
So, today I am 9 days post my first IUI (Sat Apr 5th and Sun Apr 6th). I'm on 200mg of Progesterone twice daily and I am just starting to get nervous. My beta is scheduled for Monday (Easter Monday). I've been having really crazy symptoms that I have been blaming on the hormones - e.g., I'm at work right now and I can't button my pants because of the bloating. So, I am completely aware that the hormones' side effects mimc early pregancy symptoms and I want to cry from the frustration of not knowing if this procedure worked. Not that it should matter, but if this works I'll be a SMBC. I am not planning on taking a HPT because I'm scared I'm going to jinx it.
So, anyway, I'm reaching out to see if there's anyone out there in this 2ww boat with me. Possible Christmas baby? Any support would be greatly appreciated.
Comments
I've been cramping for the past few days too, but I don't know if it's menstrual or IBS or even a cyst (cause I took 100mg of Clomid this cycle). So I'm going to stay hopeful for you and I. Good luck!
I don't know. I was going to have the nurse leave a message when they give the results, but now I'm confused so I'm going to have to answer the phone. *sigh* Glad I took today off.
Libergirl, I wish you tons of luck. *VIRTUAL HUG!!!*
I was holding my breath reading your post. I hope you end up getting a BFP!! xx xx
I took my beta test today and it was negative, so another BFN. However, I was expecting it because of the signs of AF I started feeling early this week.
I've decided to move on to IVF. It's so early, I know but based on what I've been reading, it's way more effective than IUI. And the great thing is that my insurance covers it, but there is a lifetime maximum of 50K for fertility procedures and 10K for meds, so why waste more time with IUIs. My doctor said he would submit the paperwork to change the type of cycle - I hope there isn't a requirement of a certain number of IUIs before moving on to IVF.
I've been reading a lot about the IVF process and it sounds arduous. But I'm up for the challenge. I go in on Tuesday to start the process. I'm not exactly sure what that means but we'll see. I'm actually feeling a bit more optimistic. IUIs just always seemed like a long shot for me. I'm glad it works for so many others and also glad that my insurance covers IVF.
I'm trying to stay encouraged. At the beginning of every cycle, I always envision 9 months later holding a bundle of joy in my arms.
Crossing my fingers for a BFP for you.
As for me... I don't know. Technically the beta was positive, but it was low. Like miscarriage low - only 13 at 15dpiui. But the nurse said to keep taking the progesterone suppositories and we're retesting Tuesday morning. The nurse said it's probably a chemical pregnancy, which is sad. But I'm grateful that I even got this far. I've never been pregnant (that I know of), so it's nice to know it's possible. I got my crying out and I'll keep praying for a miracle. I'm going to try to stay hopeful. There's a small possibility my hcg numbers will increase. If not, I'll be trying once again. This was only my second try, so maybe 3 is the lucky one?
I wish you so much luck. You will have your little sticky bean soon, I know it!
I'm not out of the woods yet, another beta on Thursday. Wish me luck. And apparently miracles do happen.
I should add that it is still very early and my numbers are still kind of low. I'll keep praying and hoping things continue on this course. It might be time for me to switch forums... But I'll miss you, Libergirl, and I'm keeping you in my prayers because you've been with me from that first 2ww and I know good things will happen for you.
I am moving on to my #2 donor, since there were only a few samples of #1 (both were unsuccessful anyway); and this month I am planning on going in two days in a row for IUI. Has anyone tried this method and been successful?
This process is tough, and I've only been through two IUIs. Could the third be a charm? My insurance is covering none of this process.
I will be starting my 3rd round of IUI. The 1st one was 1 round of IUI & unsuccessful. The 2nd one was with a different donor with 2 back to back IUI's and also unsuccessful. I've only used ovidrel both cycles. The 3rd round will be in about 10 days and I haven't decided if I will do 2 back to back or not. I am skipping the ovidrel this time.
I've heard stories where people have success 1st round to where it's taken 7 rounds of IUI. Who know what factors decide.
Good Luck to us all