https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:29:15 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1370770 Thu, 23 Jan 2014 14:22:23 +0000 littlek 1370770@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@CatchAFallingStar: United Healthcare in VA. I think you have to pay $15 per doctor visit but the actual procedure is covered. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1370054 Thu, 23 Jan 2014 11:22:51 +0000 Mrs. Chickadee 1370054@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not sure if you've made a decision yet, but it sort of sounds like maybe you should wait if you're not totally sure about it. It totally depends on how you feel, but I wouldn't like to feel rushed into making a decision like that. If you feel ready, go for it! If you feel like you want more time, wait. Good luck! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1369080 Thu, 23 Jan 2014 00:34:06 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1369080@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@AmeliaBedilia: That's great!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1369077 Thu, 23 Jan 2014 00:33:38 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1369077@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@littlek: Really? What insurance company do you have? What state are you in? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1368554 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 20:41:40 +0000 littlek 1368554@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@CatchAFallingStar: Have you checked your insurance? I just read up on our infertility coverage and its actually covered along with IVF. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1368383 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 19:45:52 +0000 KT326 1368383@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you weren't monitored I wouldn't do it. The risk for multiples increases with any kind of medication and you have no idea how many follicles you have. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1368350 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 19:31:13 +0000 HolisticMama 1368350@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@AmeliaBedilia: I LOVE this. I have done this quite a few times! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1368199 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 18:21:24 +0000 AmeliaBedilia 1368199@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>One thing I sometimes do is flip a coin. I I am disappointed or don't feel good about the outcome, I have my answer. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367985 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:52:24 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1367985@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Happygal: My first appointment with an RE is next Wednesday. So, maybe I should wait to see what he says. But, I know it will be MUCH more expensive with him. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367973 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:48:16 +0000 HolisticMama 1367973@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I concur with IUI+BD. Plus, being charged for an office visit is a steller deal. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367972 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:48:15 +0000 Happygal 1367972@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@CatchAFallingStar: Those are two pieces of information that are good to know before doing an IUI. If your lining is thin (a possibility after multiple rounds of Clomid) then even an IUI can't help with that. If there are more than 3 mature follicles, my RE cancels due to risk of multiples. </p> <p>I'm not trying to be a debbie downer, and I realize I'm the odd one out in saying I wouldn't do it. An IUI is an easy procedure, but it still shouldn't be rushed into. If you're feeling unsure, I would wait. </p> <p>By the way, my husband was not comfortable with doing an IUI at first. It took a few months for him to be ready, but it really made me feel like we were operating as a team when he did. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367948 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:38:24 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1367948@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Happygal: I wasn't monitored... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367933 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:32:51 +0000 Snowdrop 1367933@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Totally agree with the IUI + BD. And if it helps any, if I get my BFP this month, our dog watched the erm... conception. At the end of the day, a baby conceived through IUI was definitely wanted! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367882 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:18:11 +0000 Happygal 1367882@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you and your husband are both on the fence, I'd wait. Take time to process it.</p> <p>What had monitoring showed this cycle? Follicles, lining thickness, etc.? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367876 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:16:53 +0000 MamaMoose 1367876@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would suggest doing the IUI and getting busy, and then you'll never know which one worked. As long as your husband is OK with that scenario, that's what I would do. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367870 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:15:20 +0000 mamimami 1367870@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with @swedishfish and @littlek! Then you'll never know how you got pregnant and it will be a great mystery! (Of course I think the most important thing is to bring your husband around to this point of view, otherwise I'd probably hold off.) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367859 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:11:09 +0000 littlek 1367859@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Go for it! BD as well </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367852 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:09:03 +0000 AmeliaBedilia 1367852@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It stinks when our cycles don't follow the schedule we think they will. It's like finding out suddenly there are 8 days in a week so an extra day before the weekend. How old are you and how many cycles trying? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367821 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:01:01 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1367821@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Shutterbug: Very good point. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367819 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 16:00:40 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1367819@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs.Someone: Yes, his numbers are well above normal </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367809 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:58:38 +0000 Shutterbug 1367809@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My RE said our chances for a medicated cycle with timed intercourse was 8% and with medication and IUI it was 15%, so that's a significant increase. However, if your DH isn't fully on board I'd say skip it and talk it through between the two of you for the next cycle. The good thing about Femara is that you can be on it for more cycles than Clomid because there isn't the same risk of thinning your lining. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367800 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:56:21 +0000 Mrs.Someone 1367800@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Has your husband had an SA yet? If his numbers are good, then there probably isn't a reason for an IUI. If his numbers are questionable, then definitely go for it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367786 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:53:51 +0000 pui 1367786@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yeah I say go for it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367785 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:53:18 +0000 MrsMccarthy 1367785@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Go for it! I think you will feel way worse if you miss the chance than if you don't. Even if naturally would work I say why not increase your odds of you can. Especially of you've already started the process. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367782 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:52:14 +0000 swedishfish 1367782@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think you should do the IUI and follow it up with some natural BDing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/need-advice-2#post-1367776 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:50:43 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 1367776@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>OK. Ladies. I need you! </p> <p>I have the option of trying IUI this month and just had my LH surge, so it would be TOMORROW. </p> <p>I was on Femara days 3-7 this month, so I almost feel like it would be a waste if I didn't do the IUI.</p> <p>So, here are the pros and cons: </p> <p>Pros<br /> -Not wasting Femara round<br /> -Doctor is billing as an office visit (so less than $250)<br /> -ups our chances a little</p> <p>Cons<br /> -DH wants to wait and keep trying naturally for a while<br /> -the chances aren't THAT great with IUI, so maybe it's a waste of time, hopes and money<br /> -would rather get pregnant "making love" than via a catheter<br /> -I feel rushed, now that my LH surge came sooner than expected</p> <p>HELP!! </p>