Hi Everyone!

Had my IVF education appt yesterday, and now I am SUPER excited about my cycle!! :D:D:D I got a call from my nurse on my way to the appt, and I was terrified to answer it - thinking she would be cancelling again - but she just wanted to warn me that it was sleeting out (I drive 40 min to the office) and see if I wanted to reschedule. Heck no!! I said, I'm already on my way! :D We had the appt as planned, and I walked out of there w/ a shopping bag FULL of meds! :D I still have to order some oral meds, but the only injectible med I will need to buy is the Ovidrel trigger. I am so excited! I knew they had meds for me, but I really didn't expect them to have that much. This is going to save us thousands of dollars!!

Anyway, back to the appt...I got my calendar, and we will be doing things slightly different this time around. Last time I was on lupron, follistim, & menopur. This time they are adding bravelle. I think it might be because I had so many eggs (26), but only half of them were mature (13). Maybe this time we will go for quality instead of quantity and get that bfp!!

Lupron starts on 2/8. Last day of bcp on 2/14. Baseline u/s on 2/19. Stimming starts on 2/21 and I am going to schedule my monitoring appts today. They will be the week starting 2/24. E/r & e/t will be the first week of March. :D:D

It feels like it will be starting so soon!! I never thought I would get to this point again, I was starting to think I would be waiting forever. I'm getting that good feeling & thinking this cycle really will work!! The last time we did this, my dr's office only had his IVF success rates available for 2005, and his percentages were around 30 or 40%...not the greatest (BUT, he takes all patients regardless of age or issues, and that hurts his stats a little). Well, when I went yesterday, there were success rates for 2007, and his percentages had jumped to over 50% resulting in live births. :D I feel so much more confident after seeing that!!

Okay, before this turns into a book, I need to stop typing. LOL Sorry this is so long, I'm just so excited!!!! Talk to you ladies soon!

Holly

PS....Praying, I wasn't sure what details you're interested in hearing, so if you have any specific questions, don't be afraid to ask. I'd be more than happy to answer them. :)

Holly, it sounds like you had an awesome appointment! That is so great that they were able to provide you with all of those meds! You are one lucky gal! And I think it's so sweet that the nurse called to see if you wanted to reschedule because of the weather. But like you, I'm sure there would be no way I would reschedule either! You've been waiting too long! It looks like I'll be just two weeks behind you. I can't wait to hear about your BFP just in time for my ER and ET...it will give me lots of encouragement. Good luck and let the fun begin! - April

Holly,

YAY!!! I am so happy that everything is going as planned!!!! We are all so excited for you!!!! Please keep us posted every step of the way!!!!!

Hope you are having a great day!!

Love,
Kelley

Oh my goodness, congratulations Holly!!! HOw exciting!! Things really are moving, and moving along farily quickly too!! before you know it, you'll be gazing into your little angel's beautiful eyes! :D There is a track going on now, and I'm so excited! Yo're on your way!!!

************babydust*************

PS. SO glad that you're going to *fingers crossed* get your furnace fixed today!

Yay Holly, I'm so glad you got to your appt. safely, and what a wonderful surprise to be given almost all your meds. That is really really great, your nurses and RE are really looking out for you, but your generous act of egg donation really deserves it.:angel: I would have been petrified to answer that call from the nurse, dreading that they were cancelling again, and I'm just like you, I would have pushed on no matter what the weather. Yesterday I had to wake up extra early to get to a work conference in a city I had never been to. I'm not a morning person, and am usually dragging my butt into work every day, but yesterday I woke up like I was 5 years old and going to Disneyland, that's how excited I was for my appt. with the new RE:D so I can definately relate.

Christin

Hey Holly! That is fantastic news! :blob_fire And whoa, things really are scheduled to have you moving quickly! I'm so glad you've just got a few more weeks on bcp! The new protocol sounds really good... I know exactly what you mean by quality over quantity too. I feel confident the adjustments they've made are going to be reflected in the results. And this time your BFP is gonna be a VERY sticky one!!!! :)

I can only imagine how scared you must have been when you saw that phone ring as you were driving into the office... I'm sure I'd have thought the same thing as you! But for your nurse to be concerned about you driving in bad weather, well I think that is sweet.:angel: Honestly Holly I really get the impression that this cycle is meant to be. With ALL the meds they gave you to help get you started, and the schedule being so close now... I definitely see a BFP in your very near future and I am SO excited for you!!!!:D

Holly, Yay I am so happy for you. How awesome that you got so many meds. We had a lot of meds leftover from my last cycle and we donated them to the RE and in the back of my head I hope that someone out here as deserving as you gets them. I am so excited for you and can't wait to follow your cycle all the way to a nice big sticky BFP :angel:AimeeM

Thanks so much to everyone! It has been a really good day, and I am just feeling better & better about my cycle as the day progresses. It's about time things start going right!!!

And, I have some more good news (non IF related). Our furnace is fixed!!! :D:D:D It's gonna feel so good to have heat again! :D:D:D

I really believe this is going to be a good year for us, ladies. I can't wait until we all take over the pg boards. :D

Holly

LOL, They'll never see us coming!! :D Sneak attack!!! :D:D:D This year is going to be a wonderful year!!! :D And I"m so glad your gong to have heat in your house again!

Holly my dear friend I am so excited for you:bouncing::blob_fire. Things are really moving along this time and before you know it we will all be celebrating a BFP with you.....a very sticky one that is:D I am also glad that they could give you so much meds it really helps the 'pocket'. Good luck I am really looking forward to following your cycle every step of the way.

Have a wonderful weekend.....I am sure you will with all this good news.

Take care
Lots of love
Charlene

I am ready to pee my pants with all of this antisipation for everyone. its so exciting:D Man o man, time is flying by.

I am so happy to hear you have heat!!! I actually thought about you last night. I was complaining to DH because he had not lite a fire yet and I was cold (with the furnace going), then I thoguht that I shouldnt complain too much since I have some sorce of heat. I am glad you'll be warm:angel:

OMG Holly that is awesome news sweetie.Wow things are really moving along for you.How wonderful that you got so many meds from RE and you saved so much money looks like this cycle is starting off on a good note.I cant wait to get the ball rolling and looks like things are already moving so fast.Be careful on the roads I just talked to my mom and she said they got about 5 - 7 inches of snow.So have a wonderful weekend sweetie and know I am praying this will be it for you.Big Big hugs.

Love,

Mapia

Hi Holly

Wow, what great news!!! It is so refreshing to hear the excitement in your post. You have come such a long way and have been so patient. I'm so glad you got given so many free meds - what a huge saving! I can't wait to follow your cycle and to celebrate with you at the end!

Babydust!

Ruby

OMG Holly Im so excited for you, the next couple of weeks will fly by and I just know you will be celebrating your BFP before you know it. Wishing you all the best.

Cashahn xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Thanks everyone!!! I'm excited too! :D:D It's so hard to believe we are finally getting our 2nd chance, but it is really here!! I even ordered what meds I did need today, and they will be here on Tuesday. Can't cancel now. ;)

I hope all of you have wonderful weekends. Baby dust to all...

Holly

Hi Holly

I just want to say once again how happy I am for you. Your cycle is official now and you will be getting your BFP before you know it!

I hope you have a great night - at least you will be cosy with your new furnace!

Babydust and (((hugs)))

Ruby

Holly,
How exciting to have your schedule already.
AND to get all that free medicine is just the cherry on top. I'd definitely take that as a good sign of things to come!

Hi Holly!!

I am again so excited that things are moving forward!!!! Your well deserved BFP is right around the corner!!!!!

I hope you're having a great weekend!!

Love,
Kelley

Hi Holly

So happy to catch up on this thread and hear good news from you. That s great news that you got most of your meds and that the rest will be reaching you soon. I am so excited for you and can t wait to hear about your BFP in MArch. May the good news keep coming in.

Amy

Ruby, Bees, Kelley, & Amy, thanks so much for your excitement for me - it's contagious!! ;)

I have been checking out my calendar this weekend, and this time next month, I will be stimming. I just can't wait!!! So ready for that bfp to finally reach me!!! BF is getting excited too. I really hope it all works out for us.

Switched back to decaf today, so we are on track. :D

Hope everyone had a lovely weekend. Sending baby dust out to all of you.

Holly

Hi Holly.

Just checkin' in to see how you are. Sounds like everything is going well. I am eagerly anticipating your bfp. I know you've waited so long for this and it will be so great to celebrate with you!

Holly that's so exciting!!!! Oh my gosh, time is coming up soon, no? :D:D:D Wowww... by this tim enext month you'll be stimming!! And it's not far off at all, is it! :D Next week is the end of January! :D I am so hoping for your BFP!!!

*********babydust***********

Hey Holly! Hope you had a nice weekend and things are good at work and school. I'm thrilled to hear you'll be stimming by this time next month! And since there are only 29 days in Feb, your E/R is gonna be here before you know it!!! Can't wait... I'm very excited for you!

CBB, Princess, & Kari, thank you all so much!! You're all right, it won't be long now. I keep smiling just thinking about it! How crazy is that?? :D:D:D
I know you all understand though. :angel:

Holly

Hey Holly, I hope you had a great weekend dreaming of BFPs! It's so exciting that your stimming is coming so quickly! I also wanted to wish you luck with the decaf!!! I know getting off the caffeine can be difficult sometime so I hope it's treating you well!! - April

Not crazy at all, Holly!! :D:D:D It's so GOOD to hear you so excited again!! :D Being on the receiving end of hearing your excitement is good for the soul. :) You're going to get that BFP this time!!

I am so excited for you to start. I know its been rough waiting and waiting to be able to move forward and I just cant imagine what a relief this is for you to finally be on your path to BFP.

Hey Holly I am so excited for you sweetie.Well now it looks like you are on your way to get your BFP girl.I hope everything goes smoothly and in the end that BFP is waiting for you and BF.Keep up the good spirits sweetie and cant wait to follow your cycle.Have a nice afternoon.

Love,

Mapia

Hi Holly,

You don't sound crazy at all!!!! We are all so excited for you, and your positive attitude and excitement gets us even more excited!!!!! I can't WAIT for you to post a BFP coming up soon enough!!!

I used to be a caffeine addict, I think... DH and I would drink 3-4 cups of coffee a day at least. When we started treatment, I cut back to 1 cup a day, unless it was during the 2ww, but now I've cut it out completely pretty much. I thought I'd have a rough time, but it actually isn't so bad. I'm loving my decaf green tea instead.

I hope your week is amazing, and again - I am so excited for you!

Love,
Kel

Thanks again everyone! You make it easy to stay excited. Your posts are just what I needed to read this morning. I woke up in the middle of the night w/ this feeling of impending doom & the first thought that came to mind was that I will never experience giving birth. It was really creepy & of course made me sad. I know it was just my fears presenting themselves, so I'm trying to put it behind me. All this excitement about my upcoming cycle definitely helps.:)

So ladies, thanks again for being my rock when I need you the most. Don't know what I'd do w/o you all. Hope everyone has a wonderful day. Baby dust to you all.

Holly

I am going to have a really hard time with the caffeine thing. I drink energy drinks every day and a Dt Coke every day. Once I start treatments or BCP (if he puts me on them) I'll cut it out, but boy will I be tired and cranky.

I know what you mean about the dreams Holly. I've been having all sorts of paranoid dreams. The most recent one I had weas last night and I think it was because of the post I did about taking so long to get DH onboard with IVF. But, I had a dream that I was pg this cycle on a fluke since my right tube is blocked and my left is not all clear, anyho, I m/c and DH said that he was backing out of IVF since it happened once it could happen again. I woke up all panicked.

You know, we've waited so long that we just dont want anything to stand in the way and we want it to be perfect so we can get our dream. This is something I think about daily and obsess over it and I think that is why I am so paranoid and have these dreams. I cant wait to start accupuncture, maybe it will relax me and calm me down.

I hope you have a great day today Holly!!!

Hi Holly!!!

How are you today? I hope your day is going well!!! All the dreams and crazy thoughts are just other things that unfortunately accompany IF. It's crazy how one minute I feel so positive, and then in the middle of the night I'll wake up sometimes so upset. Thankfully we're all here to help each other because I don't know where I'd be if it weren't for all of you!

Have to head back to work, but I hope you have a great day!!

Love,
Kelley

Hi Holly! Believe if anyone understand abotu feeling doom lurking, it's me. I can definitely understand the feeling.

But you have nothing to fear, dearest. It WILL turn out positive. The dreams and foreboding feeling is just another part of the roller coaster. You're right, it's our fears and apprehension working itself out on us.

I knwo it's hard to ignore (especially for women, it's hard to ignore our feeligns) but just remember that everyday the passes, you ARE closer to holding your little ones in your arms, closer to packing lunches, closer to helping with homework, helping with dressing for a class recital....everyday that passes, you are closer to not only a BFP, but closer to motherhood. :angel:

We're always here and we all love you so much!

Hi Holly

I can definitely relate to the feeling of doom that you experienced. It's a horrible way to feel and easily triggered at any time of the day or night. I have spent many a sleepless night tossing and turning with thoughts like that running through my head. Like Princess said, it is an unpleasant part of the infertilty rollercoaster.

I hope your day got better and that you are feeling happier now.

(((Hugs))) to you.

Ruby

Holly I just wanted to check in and see how you are doing today? I hope you are feeling better? Everthing we are experiencing is all part of the IF rollarcoaster and it sucks:(. You will definatley experience giving birth and you are going to be a wonderful mother.

I hope you have a better day today.

Lots of ove
Charlene

Hi girls,

Sorry I haven't been posting much recently. I am so sick!! I was hit with nausea at work yesterday, came home early, and I haven't been able to keep anything down except toast and crackers. :( I caught up on the threads last night, but I just haven't had any energy to post. Not feeling too positive, so I don't have much to say. Been in bed all morning too.

When I tossed my cookies at work, one of my co-workers jumped to the conclusion that I am pg, but of course, I'm not. The conversation brought me to tears. I'm so emotional these days!! :o I cry at the drop of a hat.

Anyway, my meds were delivered yesterday, so I gathered everything together (including the stuff my nurse gave me), and I made sure I have everything I need. I think we are set. I'm a little nervous though cuz last time I used 25 gauge needles and the needles my nurse provided me with this time are 30 gauge. That means they're bigger, right? A little nervous about that...

Well, that's it for now. Just wanted you all to know that even though I'm not up to posting, I am always thinking of you all & hoping for new bfps every day. Hopefully this bug will get out of my system soon & everything will be back to normal. I need to get healthy for this upcoming cycle!!

Holly

I'm so sorry to hear you're not feeling well Holly!!! I really hope you can rest up because you're going to need your energy and health for this cycle!!!

Just wanted to calm your fears too, the 25 gauge is larger than the 30. You won't even feel the 30!!!

- April

Oh Holly, I'm so sorry you're sick!! And sick enough to vomit at work!! Oh you poor darling! Now, you go home right this minute! You are only in fit shape for bed, crackers and talk shows. :) Ummm...I mean STAY home. LOL, sorry I missed the part where you said you've been in bed all morning. :o

I'm sorry that one of your co-workers jumped to the conclusion that you're pg. It's always hard when having to explain. :( (But are you sure there is absolutely no chance?) I'm sorry you have to go through that. Some people just really should mind their own business. Would it have been so hard for her to say, "I'm sorry you're feeling ill. Is there anyhting I can do?" It's being concerned without prying. Sorry, I'm just a defensive on your behalf. :)

I hope you get lots of rest and are up and back to it really soon! :D As I always, without fail say; at least you gettin git over and done with now! :) Although, be prepared, a few weeks after your e/t, you will have to do it again...only that time it will be official m/s from a strong BFP!!!!!

Hi Holly, Sorry to hear you are so sick... I'm glad you are home resting and recovering. As crappy as it is to have such an upset stomach at least you are getting this bug out of your system now. Could you imagine how stressful it would be if you got so sick mid-stims? That is def one of my biggest fears with doing these IVF cycles. I don't get really sick very often and it would just stink if it happened right after a transfer or something!

As for the needles, April is right... I looked and my 22 gauge are much smaller than my 18 gauge. So this could actually be a good thing!

Thinking of you and hope that you are feeling better!

Holly, I am really sorry your sick. I hope you are feeling better soon. If I was there I'd rub yuor back while you tossed the cookies. That always made me feel better when mom did that when I was sick.

I really appreciate everyone's concern. You girls really are like the sisters I never had but always wanted. I've been resting on the couch all day,and I finally managed to keep some soup down. Thank God, cuz I am starving! I think the rest was good for me though cuz I am feeling better physically & emotionally. Hopefully it was just a 24 hour bug.

Princess, believe me, I am always hopeful that I am pg at the slightest bit of nausea. ;) But, I've been on bcp's since my last AF in preparation for this IVF cycle, so there's no chance. In fact, I'm on a scheduled break from the bcp's (stopped them on Monday), and AF just showed this morning, so definitely not preggo. I think it's sweet that you were hoping it was possible though. Believe me, I was too. It just upset me to have to get into that conversation at work in front of other co-workers...especially when I already didn't feel good.

April & Kari, thank you SO MUCH for telling me about the needle size!! I thought the larger the number, the thicker the needle. What a relief!!! Those injections will be cake compared to last time around!! And they weren't even that bad to begin with. YIPPEE!!

Well, gotta get to the other threads. I feel like I've abandoned everyone.

Holly

Oh Holly sweetie I am so sorry you are feeling so sick.I hate the stomach bug its so nasty and it really kicks you in the behind.Is it a bug or maybe something you ate?Either way I hope you are feeling better real soon get some rest sweetie we need you in top shape for this cycle.Also sorry to hear you are so emotional but its understandable.Now you take care of yourself and I hope you are back on your feet real soon.

Love ya,

Mapia

Hi Mapia & thanks for the kind words. I think it's the flu cuz I've been having an achy back, headaches, and feeling weak. I am feeling a little better though as I was able to keep some soup down earlier. I think I might try to eat another bowl soon & then head to bed early. How have you been? I know that you haven't been feeling the greatest either. Seems like lots of ailments are going around right now. Tis the season! Hope you are well!

Holly

Hi sweetie well it does sound like the flu but the good thing about a stomach bug it usually is a 24 hour thing.I am glad you were able to eat some soup and I hope you get some well needed rest tonight.I am feeling better had tonsilatis along with a fever etc.But I am on medication now so I am feeling almost 100% thanks for asking.It is the season what can you do.Well you take care of yourself.Have a great night.

Love ya,

Mapia

Oh wow! I missed that you had tonsilitis! I'm so sorry!! You must've felt horrible. I'm very glad to hear you're feeling better.

Now I've got to get off this laptop. It took me two hours, but I am finally caught up w/ all the threads. Time for some soup & then time for some more rest. Make sure you get some rest too.:)

Good night, my friend!

Holly

Holly,

I am so sorry to hear that you are sick!! I hope that you were able to eat that soup and get some rest once you logged off!! Take care of yourself and feel better!!!!

Love,
Kelley

Holly, you adoreable board addict!! :D I hope you managed to get some rest!! I hope you're feeling much better and ready to take on the whole world!!! RRRR, IF warrior face on!! :D :jester: :D

Kelley & Princess,

Hi!! I am feeling MUCH better today. :) My day started off kind of rough, but I have been feeling better and better as the day goes on. Thank God!

And, I have a bit of good news...I talked to my RE's office today, and they think they can get my insurance to cover the cost of the donor testing for my cycle. Last time around, I paid it out of pocket, and it was $300. But the lab that performed the testing has since closed and the cheapest lab they can find now charges $600 for the same testing. So, if my insurance covers it, that will be great!!!

Hope everyone else is having a wonderful day!!

Baby dust to you all!!

Holly

Oh I'm so glad that you are feeling a bit better. If you can, try to find time to spoil yourself this weekend, dearest :)Nothing too drastic, just see if you can find a few hours to put your feet up and watch The Simpsons (The Simpsons cures everything :)) or soemthing. I just want you to be nice and healthy for that BFP coming up!

That really is wonderful news Holly!!! If your insurance can cover some of that, that woudl be WONDERFUL!!! :D:D:D I hope your luck continues to grow!

Oh Holly, I am so happy that you are feeling better!! And I hope that your day has continued to get better and better!

That would be great if your insurance will cover the donor testing!!! What a help that would be!!

I hope you're enjoying the rest of your day!!! I cannot wait for this work day to be over with!!

Kelley

Oh Holly its so great to hear you are feeling so much better my friend.I hate to hear that one of my girls isent feeling well.Well hopefully tomorrow you will be almost back to normal.Also I am so happy to hear that maybe your insurance will pay for the testing.That way you can save some money to put toward baby savings.Well my friend you rest up and feel better real soon.

Love,

Mapia

Hi Hollym glad your feeling better! And I'm sure it helps to hear you might be able to save yourself hundreds of dollars! Good luck with the insurance company! -April

Hi ladies! Princess, Kelley, Mapia, & April, I appreciate your responses.

I'm not really sure what's going on now. After I got home from getting my teeth cleaned last night, I ate a lunchmeat & cheese sandwich (thinking I was better), and my stomach started to get really queasy again. Today it's more of the same. If only it were m/s!! I had a sleepless night too - went to bed at 10 and was still staring at the clock after 1. Oh well, I'm gonna do my best to keep that happy face on. It's Friday & I restart bcp tonight, so that is one step closer to getting this cycle underway. Definitely something to be happy about.

Hope everyone is doing better than me. ;):D

Holly

Holly, I am so sorry that your not feeling well. Having a queasy stomach is NO fun.

Have some nice Chicken noodle soup. If I could I'd make home made and send to you. I make the best homemade noodles, yes I'm braggin:rolleyes: Its the only thing I can make:D

I really hope you're feeling much better today.

Oh dearest, I'm sorry you're still fragile!! Have some chicken soup, like praying said, it'll do you so much good!! Try to eat things that are lgiht and nutritious, your body needs to be strong to keep fighting off whatever is makiing you so sick. :) I hope you feel better really soon! :)

******babydust******* and ********feelingbetterdust***********

Holly,

I'm sorry you're feeling a bit queasy again :(. I really hope you get better as the day goes on!

Mmmm... homemade chicken noodle soup. Now I'm hungry!!!

Feel better!
Kelley

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