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Last Round of Clomid. HCG Shot. Cycle Buddies??

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I am on my last round of Clomid, and things are... interesting...

I went to my dr today for an ultrasound to see how far my follicles have dilated (my dr is looking for 1.8cm). Curiously enough, he found two eggs cysts (right at 1.5 and left at 1.2). My DB and I decided to go through with the HCG injection since we have been trying (since last year), but to no avail. So, my dr. wants me to come back for another ultrasound Wednesday morning and if one of follicles is 1.8cm dilated he will administer the HCG shot... However, if the they are both at that size, as he puts it, my chance to have twins "is not insignificant." I'm kind of excited about the idea actually :)

SO - I guess if I get the shot on Wednesday, I will ovulate on Thursday 5/23. Any I am certainly welcoming any cycle buddies :)

Also, if you have any questions about Clomid, and have any information about the HCG shot, I'd love to chat!

Best wished to everyone!

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200 Replies • 11 years ago


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Missy, I am sending you lots of love and positive vibes. Good for you for taking a day for you. Frig this is so hard right!? Gah.

Hope you are having a fairly good weekend.

Didn't temp today... it feels like I'm not myself! But it feels good to have a break. Yesterday DH (Martin) and I BDd for us and not for baby making.. it was nice and felt less like work - I feel like we'll lose our closeness and when I start to feel like that, he makes me feel like it's not the case - good thing he can STILL be the same cute/spontaneous guy he was when we first met.

Hope for you all,
Dree

11 years ago


Gah... bad news today ladies. AF has made her monthly visit. Damn her.

I am especially upset this cycle because I'm concerned it'll affect my tests and chances of starting treatment at the Fertility clinic on Thursday... I know they give you a pap test but not if you're on your menses and I know they have a couple of tests they do on your first week of your cycle... I wouldn't want to have to wait until next cycle! I've waited long enough.

Could you ladies tell me what the procedure is for Clomid? I have no idea when and how long you take it during your cycle and I'd like to know if it would still work for us. Obviously, if you start it on your CD1 it won't work this time around.

Thanks a lot - much love!
Dree

11 years ago


Hey ladies,

No smiley face :( I've pretty much just got on our BD schedule, stopped peeing on those damn sticks, and have just been hoping that it happens. I have been temping enough to know that my temp hasn't gone up, so no O yet - kind of sure about that. So weird that I had a +opk last month with no Clomid and this month - nothing.

I didn't feel like bringing it up yesterday, but I set an appt with a specialist on Friday. It will be a consult and a meeting with a financial planner. One thing I have been positive about is that we could go to a specialist, and, somehow, make this work -- financially, I'm not sure how.

While my bf is sweet, supportive, and great about everything -- I'm also pretty sure a lot of his listening is just smiling and nodding. I told him I was setting the appt, and when I told him about the appt date & time (8/10) - he acted all shocked. He'll work his head around it and go, but I haven't mentioned the part about meeting with the financial planner - it's part of the consult. Not sure that he wants to get into all of it until I'm gainfully employed, which is absolutely understandable. I can't decide whether to tell him now, closer to the appt, or just let it happen. Maybe I'll just try to time that conversation while he's watching espn, so he doesn't listen too closely. And, I thought of you the other day, Court. I've been a wreck this week, crying ALL the time - my bf asked, "Do you know how emotional you've been?" - My response, "No, I've had not clue. You're powers of perception and insight must be inspiring to others." UGH! No crap I've been emotional - I've haven't even frickin' ovulated this month! Oh, had he just not noticed that I've kinda been emotional for the last 6 months?? Men are so frustrating!!!!!!

You totally talked me into temping, Lisette! I think I am hooked. It's not a good thing that my temp's been steady, but I feel like I might be doing it right now. Thanks! And, btw, I was looking at my calendars and I kept looking at next Thursday - I couldn't figure it out, but I knew I had something to do and couldn't remember what it was. It took a bit of thinking, but it was your doctor's appt I was thinking of -- hahaha. Good luck! (Dree, I guess your day is Thursday, too. Take good notes!) I'm looking forward to updates from you both! (And, Lisette, try not to worry about the symptoms... my mom and sister say that they were both symptomless, as well)

Dree, glad you had a moment of spontaneity! We know that they are harder to come by these days :) After 8 years together, TTC is awesome! It's reinvigorated our relationship quite a bit :)

Also, Dree, sorry that AF had shown her ugly face - boo! Did you O this month?? Short lp or on schedule, you think??

As for Clomid, drs usually prescribe them from CD3-CD7 or CD5-9 - so they could possibly get you on it this month. I did CD3-9. It isn't recommended for more than 6 cycles (on my 6th now). I didn't ovulate the 1st cycle with 50mg, but the increase to 100mg has been working for me -- guess not this month :(

Court, if I could, I'd buy you a couple of drinks. Depression and anxiety has been issue most of my life. It has a lot to do with why we waited so long. I feel like they are going to stick me in the nuthouse if this takes much longer. It is SO HARD to not be able to take anything for the anxiety... As for your question, Dree, as to whether the meds are safe - they are not. My drs told me and I use/d www.safefetus.com to look up everything under the sun. Honestly, I'm thinking that my stress level is why things haven't gone so hot this month. I need to talk to my dr and see if taking something 2 weeks out of the month is even an option. But, Court, the one thing that I have learned from dealing with this for years and years and years is that you have to learn to accept your feelings. Trying to move beyond them and in spite of them is a struggle every single day - moreso now - and, believe me, I am trying... every. single. day. I know we all are.

Have you started your opk tests yet Court? When do you start those???? I'm crossing my fingers and toes for you!!! Think of your time in Nantucket as a "procreation vacation" :) I know I said drinks, but I'd rather buy you a glass of milk :) Good luck!

much love to yall!


11 years ago • Post starter


Hey ladies,

I've had guests for just one night and I feel like I've missed so much!

Sorry about AF Dree. That is the absolute, worst, low on this roller coaster. Don't worry about if/how/when with the specialist. Just remember you were lucky to get an appointment so soon. Waiting months to be seen would be awful. Try to think of it as relinquishing responsibility and allowing someone else - who happens to be brilliant and does this for a living- get in the driver's seat. It's helpful to not keep thinking the 'what ifs' or 'if only we tried...'. The specialist will order a bunch of blood work and tests to get your (and your husbands) numbers figured out. Then, she'll set you on a path that works for you, be it clomid, IUI, whatever.

Clomid isn't scary at all and I had no side effects. But it also hasn't worked for me. :( It's a drug that overstimulates your ovaries to make sure they ovulate...but since I always ovulated regularly, I'm not sure I technically needed it. My specialist and I agreed on it only because (at the time) I wanted to go through the least invasive step first.

Missy, sorry about no O and your emotional ride. You are very right to cry. Try to feel good about going to the specialist, and like I said to Dree, think of it as putting it in someone else's hands. That was a huge relief to me. Don't worry about the money just yet, as I'm sure you're thinking the worst. I LOL when I read the espn part....hahahahaha. I'm sure DH is just going through this disappointment in his own way. Besides, as soon as I bring up money to my DH, he turns into a different person all together. He gets stressed and mean! I handle the money in the house because he can't handle it.

Mis, did you accept the job? I know you said you guys would be ok on just DH's salary. Could you take a job or even a part time job, and put the whole salary towards the specialist? That would be a luxury in a way.

Started my opks this morning. Cycle day 11. Probably won't happen until 15-16...right when my dad will be visiting and sleeping on our couch. AH!

Hugs to you all.

11 years ago


OH, I FORGOT THE BEST PART!!! So my close friend who never wanted kids and was grossed out by them, even said if she ever had one she'd have to give it to me for the first three years because she 'hates babies' is pregnant. Nice, right? Real F'ing nice. Sorry, I have to swear at this one.

11 years ago


Hello ladies

I feel like I've been gone for so long and so many things have happened. Im still working a lot and i feel so tired all the time. I get home from work and pretty much go straight to bed. I had my first appointment today and it went great! I had my first ultrasound so I get to see our little peanut. We had so many emotions and relief that everything is going like it should at this point. According to my ultrasound I am 7 weeks 4 days. And I think I spoke to soon about not having any symptoms. Theses past 3 days I have lingering nausea all day from the time I get up to when I go to bed. Yesterday I literally sat at work doing nothing the last part of my shift. Im just glad we have a restroom in the pharmacy so I dont have to go very far. But of course I welcome all symptoms because it is all worth it.

Dree sorry about AF. I also had no problems with clomid. The only side effect I had while on clomid was hot flashes and it did make me ovulate sooner than on my own. It made my cycles about 28-29 days instead of 33 ish.

Missy try to stay calm and stress free. I know easier said than done but sometimes our body can gear up to O but decides to stop and try again later. So If you O regularly then O should happen. Just keep on temping to make sure that you O and can keep track of what your body does on its own. As far as your emotions dont let them ball up inside. A good cry is sometimes what we need. My DH has only seen me in weak days a few times but he was great at making me feel optimistic about the following month.

Setting up an appointment is a positive event. Having everything laid out for you and knowing what your options are should bring some relief. Maybe once you guys take that first step everything else falls into place. The money situation is very difficult but somehow something as important as this has a way for working out.

Court I hope you get your smiley face soon! it seems like our guests always have the best timing! I'll take that as a positive sign of good things to come.

11 years ago


Congratulations, Lisette!!! I'm so happy for you things are going the way they should. What is your due date? Have you told family?

Missy, thought of you today...day 15 and still no smiley face. Clomid has extended my cycles (I used to ovulate on 13 or 14), so this is somewhat normal...but still, I'm anxious until it happens.

Dree, I'm hoping your appointment went well yesterday! I was thinking of you all day. I hope you were reassured and feel relieved.

xo

11 years ago


Hey ladies!

Wow - ungainfully unemployed starting Monday, and I swear I've been busier that ever! I've missed yall! :) I've decided to take the job, but I have SIX weeks before I start :/ (I'm hoping I don't look like the tanning mom by the time I start!)

I'm so happy and excited for you, Lisette! It is wonderful that everything is on track... I just couldn't be more thrilled with the good news. Please let us know your due date... and, if you can, post pics so we can follow your progress :)

How did your appt go, Dree? Have you started the Clomid yet?? What happened with the CD21 test -- everything normal?

Your smiley face is going to happen, Court :) I've had enough stress for the both of us this month - so, just let me worry about it ok? :) Honestly, I'm kind of in denial about not O'ing this month. I know that I haven't seen a smiley face (my opks ran out 2 days ago), and I know that my temp hasn't gone up, but for the sake of sanity I'm just going to pretend that I missed it. Write and tell us when you get yours - I'd like to live vicarioulsy through you! :)

UGH! Your friend even pisses me off, Court! (As you see, cursing is necessary with that kind of a situation!) My friend came down to visit with her nephew and sister-in-law yesterday. OMG! My CAT listens better and has better manners! Goodness gracious, I have never seen a child (5 yr old) more undisciplined and unruly. I got the comment, "You are so smart to not have kids." Hmph - wish it was a choice...

On the negative side of things, I had to cancel the specialist appt. Since my insurance doesn't pay anything (consult ONLY would be $200) and it would kick my COBRA into effect ($450 per month), we are going to hold off until I start the new job. Not sure, but I think they may offer a fertility rider w/the insurance - I certainly hope so! Court, you are so lucky! Massachusetts is one of only 15 states in the country that mandate fertility care with insurance. So awesome for you! I live in Virginia - I'm lucky I even get annuals! Does the Canadian healthcare cover a majority of your expense, Dree?

I have been thinking about yall constantly... Court, I have such high hopes for you this month! Good luck!

much love to you ladies!


11 years ago • Post starter


Miss! Congrats on the job! I'm so happy for you - if nothing else, you should feel good about the upcoming extra cash and maybe even fertility insurance!

Wow, I'm sorry you had to cancel your appt. That is outrageous. I guess I didn't know how lucky I was! My specialist seemed to make me think my insurance coverage was poor in comparison to some others, which may be true, but I have to think coverage is coverage, right?! Thanks for putting it in perspective for me. Count your blessings...

As for yours, I'm so excited for you that their may be a rider. They almost always have riders for different things, right? And I'm sure it'll come at a hefty premium, but certainly cheaper than treatments! I know I had a laparoscopy in Jan. I can't imagine what that would cost!

So, what type of job did you take? I know it was in a school, but I don't know if you went into detail about what you would be doing for them.

Got my smiley face this morning! Phew. Although this was the first morning I looked down at it and felt - this is great, but it doesn't mean anything because it isn't going to work. :( Why am I so negative?

I so very desperately want it to work this time or next time, so that I can continue to grow my business in ACK (and not have a baby over the summer) and to avoid injections...I know, I'm so very selfish when I talk that way. I'll welcome a baby any time, by any means. I just really, really want it to work this time.

ps- talk about bad-timed guests. My MIL just told me (didn't ask) that she and my sister-in-law and family will be visiting the week of the 15th. My first thought - that's exactly when I find out I'm not pregnant again and am a mess all curled up in bed and crying on the beach when I'm near kids. Great.

Dree- where are you! How did it go?

Hugs to you all!

11 years ago


YAY, Court! So glad that you got your smiley face!!! I completely understand being negative, but you have a shot this month! All we can do is try... and try again... and again. Like I've said, you WILL be a great mom, and all this worry and heartache will one day be a memory. Now, quit worrying, and get bd'ing! :)

I've told yall that I have been temping this month... so, my temp spiked today. Maybe O happened!!??? :) My cycle, at its longest, has been 35 or 36 days, and I am CD22 today. It is totally possible, right??? I'm going with yes regardless :) AND, this means that we are TWW cycle buddies this month, Court - cool! There isn't a whole lot of hope for this month, but I am so glad that there is a smidge. Thank yall for talking me into temping!! (Now I won't be a totally wacko when I test this month - Yeah, I was going to test even if I had no indication that I O'd :) )

As for the job, I will be doing data analysis for students and teachers. It is a Title 1 school that has had issues with test scores and disparity between student ethnic groups. Basically, I'll be taking all the information and compiling info to help identify problems and record successes. Not too thrilling, but I really do love this kind of work. I've been doing IT/database work for the past 7 years with non-profit performing arts organizations (ballet and symphony). I've taught English before at a performing arts magnet in Palm Beach, FL, but left the profession when I moved back to Virginia.

GAHH! You do have some surprise guest problems, Court! YIKES! Well, my advice for that one -- have a migraine or "eat something bad" the night before. You can have your day away from everyone, and no one has to be the wiser. If you need it, do it. No need to stress yourself out further.

So, let's focus on some positives, ladies... how did yall meet your dh's?? I love a good love story :)

Have a good day and good luck! Heading off to a bridal shower today - time for another barrage of all sorts of questions. Hope they have a good wine selection...


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