Hellobee Boards

What cycle are you on/how long have you been TTC? Since spring 2012

What are your plans for this cycle? Waiting for AF sorry, small pity party. Going to use softcups again, temping, B complex maybe green tea pre-o.

How is your attitude/outlook? Not great, DH and I are getting tired with everything.

What have you struggled with most this week? A couple things, my BF from high school visited and told me they will be trying soon. I'm excited for her but scared she will get a BFP the first month which will kill me. Also DH and I are struggling with trying, we are getting tired and frustrated, so I think a break is on the horizon for us.

What is your diagnosis? Unknown.

Has your desired number of children changed since facing IF? Yes and no. A long time ago I thought I wanted 4 then for a short while none, and then after we were married I grew more comfortable with the idea of two but since one is so hard to even conceive we might just be one and done.

@Happygal: @Mrs. Polish: thanks ladies. DH got me a spa certificate for my birthday and I was trying to save it for before our vacation but I think I may cash it in this weekend.

What cycle are you on/how long have you been TTC?
-Since May 2011

What are your plans for this cycle?
-IVF

How is your attitude/outlook?
-I'm pretty anxious

What have you struggled with most this week?
-Keeping the "what ifs" away. "What if is doesn't work?" "What if I have multiples?" "What if we don't have any embryos to transfer?" "What if my baby has downs?" etc.

What is your diagnosis?
-MF

Has your desired number of children changed since facing IF?
-I used to want 2-4. Now I will be thrilled to have one.

@MrsTal: ((hugs)) The spa sounds like a great idea.

@Mrs.Someone: I was in the doctor's office yesterday for a rash on my legs and thighs! They love this stuff, they told me, because it's like a puzzle to figure out what is going on. I've actually had it since May, but have been lazy to do anything about it. Hope yours clears up soon.

Also, what kind of herbs do you take? I'm not trying to copycat b/c I know it's something your ND has picked out for you, but I'm curious as to what types of things they may suggest you take.

@Happygal: I went to a dermatologist a week ago and am still waiting for biopsy results They gave me an ointment that helped until a few days ago, but now its waking me up in the middle of the night! Ugh.

The herbs I take are put together in a tincture, which is like a mixture in alcohol. It tastes awful! I take 1tsp/day and have different pre and post-O formulas. Here's whats in them:

Pre-O: Angelica, Paeonia, Rhodiola, Foquieria, Mitchella, Rubus
Post-O: Vitex, Taraxacum, Foquieria, Mitchella, Rubus, Rhiodiola

I have no idea what most of those things are

(Also, to those reading this, please don't try and copy these formulas, they were created especially for my conditions.)

@shutterbug: I know that feeling. Last cycle was the first time I took Clomid, so the raised hope and expectations made the disappointment extra hard. This sounds like a rough cycle for you--here's to hoping things perk up soon!

@Mrs.Someone: thanks for sharing. The only thing I recognized in there was Vitex! One of my concerns about people researching what to take while TTC on the internet is the evident assumption that since they're only supplements, they can't hurt. I've seen the "it can't hurt!" comment a lot. Even with vitamins, there's a danger in taking more than your daily recommendation. I'm starting to look into finding a naturopath, so I may be throwing more questions your way as I'm very curious about the process!

I call my legs "fire sticks" b/c they itch so badly and it definitely affected my sleep last night. My DH has lost sympathy for me since I've been belly aching about them for so long. They took blood from me--hope to know soon what is going on!

@brownie: I'm hopeful for you, too!

Hello everyone! Thanks for welcoming me in the last thread.

What cycle are you on/how long have you been TTC?
-Tried unsuccessfully for 4 months, took a break for 8 months since DH's accident.

What are your plans for this cycle?
-I'm out for this cycle since I've already ovulated and DH still hasn't been able to ejaculate. I have an appointment with a highly respected RE at the end of August and DH has an appointment with a urologist in October. I'm guessing the RE will do tests on me in September, then we'll be waiting another cycle for DH to get his tests done.

I'm holding out some hope that maybe time and another medication adjustment may help him ejaculate eventually. From what I've read, it looks like IVF would be the best option if we need to do sperm retrieval.

How is your attitude/outlook?
-I'm pretty anxious about the RE appointment and all the tests, but I do feel some relief in admitting that we need help.

What have you struggled with most this week?
-I've struggled with worrying about DH's potential diagnosis. For some reason I'm feeling embarrassed for him. I'm also afraid the doctors won't take us seriously because DH has so many other issues. I'm trying every day to accept the way things are right now because eventually he will stop getting better and he may never walk again. I just hope our doctors will understand how important this is to us.

I've also struggled with my jealousy of my SIL and her new baby. That one is a work in progress.

What is your diagnosis?
-no official diagnosis, but it's MF - anejaculation

Has your desired number of children changed since facing IF?
-I always wanted 2, but DH used to say one. Now he agrees with me that we should have 2

Hi lovely IF ladies!! I am still hanging around and following along with everyone but don't have much to say since we are trying but not doing any medication or procedures.

@macintosh: Welcome to our group. I read your storey on WB and I am glad to that things are going well for you and your husband. Hopefully after you see the RE you will have a plan. I hope the doctors take your DH seriously because even though he may have other issues his fertility and sexual enjoyment should still be an important consideration for quality of life.

@Leialou: FX for your IVF cycle!

@MrsTal: Sounds like a good time to use the spa GC

@Mrs.Someone: Anti-inflammatory powder?? Would you mind sharing what it is? Hope the rash improves soon.

What cycle are you on/how long have you been TTC? Since January 2012
What are your plans for this cycle? Continuing with the supplements and teas from my ND as well as my low-glycemic diet. Trying the good old fashioned way
How is your attitude/outlook? Ok right now, I was a little sad on Monday when AF showed up but that's nothing new
What have you struggled with most this week? Nothing IF related. Just general life/work related stress
What is your diagnosis? Endo and MFI (low motility/low count)
Has your desired number of children changed since facing IF? My DH and I talked about have 2-3 when we first got together now I would be happy with 1-2 sometimes even that feels like a stretch

@Mrs.Someone: Boo allergic reaction Have you changed any detergents or creams lately?? Hopefully you can figure it out.

Thanks for the info on the powder. I have a follow up at the end of the month so maybe I will ask her about it then.

What cycle are you on/how long have you been TTC? Since January 2012

What are your plans for this cycle? IVF. We had the ER this week and now are waiting for the results of the genetic testing. ET will not be until September.

How is your attitude/outlook? Pretty positive right now. We have 9 fertilized eggs growing strong right now.

What have you struggled with most this week? Getting through the ER and now just waiting. The waiting is hard. I think I will be able to relax more when we know how many will be frozen.

What is your diagnosis? MFI and MTHFR.

Has your desired number of children changed since facing IF? We have always talked about 2. I still want 2 but am becoming more comfortable with only having 1 if that is how it ends up.

@Mrs.Someone: It has been really good for me mentally and physically. I felt like I was losing myself in the process when I was at the RE, my anxiety was super high and it was affecting my life pretty negatively
The ND has made me feel like I am doing something about the situation but without all the added pressure of medication and monitoring and procedures.
If and when we go back to the RE I am thinking about getting a second opinion at another clinic first and possibly switching doctors at my practice. They couldn't get my stims right and I was ovulating super early CD 9 or 10 and I'm pretty sure we completely missed ovulation on the second IUI because they left me without monitoring from CD3 to CD9 even though the previous cycle I had ovulated a day or two after that. Sorry for the vent!
How are you feeling at the ND?

@mrswin: I'm very happy I'm working with an ND instead of an RE. The RE I consulted with (after all my latest test results) was a little insensitive and basically said that m/cs happen with my condition, and there is nothing to do about it. My ND is working hard to help solve the problem. Its a much more positive environment, and I feel like we're working towards solving the underlying problem instead of just throwing drugs at the symptoms. I've become more and more jaded against traditional medicine over the years I really think that NDs can help most families conceive, and I wish more people knew it was an option.

@Mrs.Someone: I totally agree with you about feeling like my ND is on treating the underlying issues not just circumventing the problem with meds and procedures, its a refreshing approach.
I sent your a message on your wall too!

@macintosh: Any time! If the doctor's don't understand it I would keep looking until you find someone who makes you comfortable and is understanding, things are hard enough without judgement

@Happygal: one time, I had a rash that was so bad the doctor asked me if he could take pictures of it to show his students. Uh, thanks?

@Shutterbug: I'm hopeful for you, friend

@brownie: fingers super crossed for you!!

@Mrs.Someone: welcome back to the game

@macintosh: I'm really, really hoping you can get some good answers!

@spaniellove: hey there

@alie: yay for loving forward to iui!

@mrswin: how are you finding the diet?

@justdarling: I'm so glad that the ER went well!

@just_ju: I'm sorry you're having a rough week. Hugs, lady.

I'm hanging in here at 6+3. I've never made it this far, so that is awesome! It has been an emotional.week...I've struggled.with feeling positive. But I start school again next week, and that will be great for.me! Now, if only I could eat...

We have always wanted a lot. Now, I'm grateful for what I'm given.

@Happygal: I've been thinking about it, but I think it would be best to wait until I've got a BFP and it wants to stick.

Late to the game this week!

What cycle are you on/how long have you been TTC?
Since Dec. 2011

What are your plans for this cycle?
Ride out the rest of AF, try naturally while on vacay.

How is your attitude/outlook?
just tired of it all.

What have you struggled with most this week?
just feeling down.

What is your diagnosis?
A Scooby Doo mystery.

Has your desired number of children changed since facing IF?
I still want two, but at the earliest I'll be 34 when I have my first. That puts me at "AMA" if/when we have a second. Always wanted to birth 2, adopt one. Now HOPEfully I can at least birth one. Will hopefully still adopt, regardless. So yeah, I dunno!

@LovelyPlum: ahhhh, the freshies look so young! And I thought I was all grown up my freshman year. What are you studying? I got my PhD in education. I sometimes think grad school is similar to how my friends describe childbirth--I only remember the good parts now, and don't think about the hassle of all the hoops, the students loans, etc.

@Spaniellove: caring less and less in a way that feels good? Or sad?

@TheSwissWifeStyle: damn AMA. My sister called yesterday to tell me that she was pregnant again. She kept talking about being old and the tests they have to do b/c of AMA. It made me feel like sheee-it.