I've skipped out on a few ICLWs because of all the chaos that August and September brought to my life. In September, I couldn't stop singing the song by Green Day "Wake me up when September ends."
Needless to say, I'm glad it's October.
Check out our long TTC Timeline.
Currently I'm in the 2WW after our very first IUI. I'm 3dpiui. CD 2-7 I gave myself Gon.al-F injections, CD 8 Ovid.rel shot, and CD 10 was our IUI. (I was monitored by my doctor - ultrasound and blood work on CD 6 and CD 8).
The morning of our IUI, both Mr. A and I were very nervous. We decided to wake up three hours before we were scheduled to be at the clinic in order to have breakfast, shower, give DH enough time to provide the goods in a cup, and prepare ourselves mentally for what could be the beginning of a new chapter in our lives. Poor DH wasn't very excited about having to provide his semen sample so early in the morning. I kept reminding him of ALL the procedures I've had and how embarrassing it has been for me to allow so many different doctors and nurses see my privates. Don't know if that was encouraging or just sad...
We arrived at the clinic an hour before the scheduled IUI. The lab tech took DH's spermies. It took about 45 minutes for the semen to be washed and prepared for the IUI. After that, we were called to a room, and I was prepared for the IUI. Within about 5 minutes the whole thing was done! I felt a little cramping when the nurse injected the semen into my uterus, but overall it was the least painful procedure I've ever had. Mr. A dropped me off at home before heading to work, and I got to spend the rest of the day resting and watching TV :)
I couldn't believe how easy and uneventful the whole thing was. The nurse scheduled a blood test in about 14 days. So, now we wait...
The days since the IUI have been the longest 3 days. Each day I keep thinking I have one symptom or another. I don't know if I just have high hopes (which is good, right?) or if it's all in my head.
We're hoping October turns out to be a great month :)... praying it will be.
Happy ICLW!
Hi from ICLW.....hoping this IUI is your goldne ticket. It was for my first child. Not so much for the second, but we're working on it. :)
ReplyDeleteHow exciting -- and nail-biting! Wishing that your Thanksgiving this year is an AMAZING one, wink wink.
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Happy ICLW and good luck!
ReplyDeleteOooooh....the 2ww...I hope you get your hard awaited BFP.
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Happy ICLW!
You are in my thoughts and prayers! I'm so hoping that October brings good news for you!
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I'm glad to read that your IUI went so smoothly! Good luck! We were supposed to have an IUI this month but I ovulated too soon. We are cycle buddies though! I'll have to check in throughout our 2ww. :)
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Good luck! I'm glad your IUI was painless--I haven't been so fortunate!
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Happy ICLW! Thanks for stopping by! I hope your IUI works out. Fingers crossed for you! And thanks for sharing your story on how the whole thing went. We are planning one for our next cycle and it's good to know what to expect!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck, the 2ww is exciting and tought on so many levels all at the same time.
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Thank you for stopping by my blog! Best of luck and calming vibes during your 2WW!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with this cycle!
ReplyDeleteHappy ICLW!! I'm praying for your guys this month!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for stopping by my blog <3
ReplyDeleteHappy ICLW! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I hope you get a BFP at the end of you 2ww... Try to keep busy...the days can be horribly long if you don't keep busy... Advice from someone who endured 7 IUIs... :)
ReplyDeleteHappy ICLW. Thanks for visiting my blog and I;m so happy to hear how easy your IUI experience was. Hoping it's the beginning you so want! Fingers crossed. Now go do something you love and try not to obsess. :) Holly
ReplyDeleteBest wishes this month! I hope it works out :) Thanks for stopping by my blog, and Happy ICLW :)
ReplyDeleteBest wishes with the IUI! Happy ICLW!
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