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Post by jacks on Aug 1, 2018 14:07:23 GMT -6
Welcome to August!
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Post by jacks on Aug 1, 2018 14:09:02 GMT -6
Starting the month off with my transfer! Currently hanging on my couch, enjoying some mandated bed rest.
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Post by charliefox on Aug 1, 2018 16:28:16 GMT -6
Yay jacks! All the sticky vibes coming your way!
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Post by charliefox on Aug 1, 2018 16:29:32 GMT -6
I officially go here now. Started BC today. Baseline on the 24th.
Dealing with a bunch of BS from my insurance about meds. I feel so lucky that meds are mostly covered but it's only certain brands etc and it's been a PITA to coordinate. Blech.
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Post by wineandcake on Aug 1, 2018 21:51:39 GMT -6
jacks I hope you're feeling well and transfer is successful!
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Post by wineandcake on Aug 1, 2018 21:56:16 GMT -6
I'm just waiting on AF, of course this is the longest cycle I've had in a looong time, 30 days never happens. I'm sure it will show up any second now since I've been a mess all day and have out of control acne. We're following same plan as last attempt which I'm nervous about, but hopeful.
Question, can I still swim while taking vaginal meds? I never thought to ask last cycle. We have holidays planned at a lake, I don't want to swim and find out later it's not allowed.
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Post by sally on Aug 2, 2018 4:44:33 GMT -6
Congrats on being PUPO jacks!
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Post by sally on Aug 2, 2018 4:46:48 GMT -6
charliefox I'm sorry you're having insurance issues. It's so great you have coverage, but they never make it easy, do they? wineandcake I think it's fine before transfer, but I'd call your nurse just to be sure.
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Post by bonzo on Aug 2, 2018 6:48:31 GMT -6
jacks, congrats on being PUPO! All the sticky vibes! charliefox, yay, you’re getting started! It’s great that you have insurance coverage, but it does sound like a hassle! wineandcake, my doc has said no swimming on vaginal meds or after transfer, to reduce the risk of infection. I think I’d especially avoid a lake. You never know, and better safe than sorry! I’m just waiting for AF to start so I can get started on transfer! Based on my temping, I think I’ll start next Wednesday or so.
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Post by jacks on Aug 2, 2018 21:19:45 GMT -6
charliefox Insurance is such a blessing and a curse. bonzo and wineandcake I hope you guys see AF soon. I’m only slightly freaking out about this 2 week wait. I wish I had a busier week next week. How soon can I start testing at home?
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Post by charliefox on Aug 3, 2018 22:01:17 GMT -6
jacks, you did FET? Do you use HCG at any point in an FET? I always like to test out my trigger but without a trigger I would probably *try* to wait 10 days so like 5dp5dt?
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Post by bonzo on Aug 4, 2018 7:04:36 GMT -6
jacks, I haven’t been through an FET yet, but in my prep packet my RE suggests not testing at home because some of the meds can produce false positives and false negatives on HPTs. It’s up to you, and I’m sure I will have a hard time waiting for beta as well!
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Post by cythe on Aug 4, 2018 7:23:37 GMT -6
I’m only slightly freaking out about this 2 week wait. I wish I had a busier week next week. How soon can I start testing at home? I did an FET (so no trigger shot) and started testing 4dp5dt because I'm an adult and I do what I want. If you did a trigger, you'll need to wait until thats gone or until betas just to really be sure. I'd probably recommend watiting until at least 5dp5dt (10 dpo)
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Post by jacks on Aug 4, 2018 19:28:20 GMT -6
Yes, I did a FET. I have my blood draw scheduled for the 13th, but because of insurance, I have to have it sent to an outside lab and wouldn’t get results for a couple days.
And I very much have no willpower, so I’ll be testing as soon as feasibly possible.
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Post by bonzo on Aug 4, 2018 21:21:57 GMT -6
Yes, I did a FET. I have my blood draw scheduled for the 13th, but because of insurance, I have to have it sent to an outside lab and wouldn’t get results for a couple days. And I very much have no willpower, so I’ll be testing as soon as feasibly possible. A couple days? Yeah, I’d be testing at home too!
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Post by wineandcake on Aug 5, 2018 3:32:01 GMT -6
jacks I would probably be testing already with cheapie tests just because. I might have a bit of a problem though and always test wayyyy too early.
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Post by wineandcake on Aug 5, 2018 3:39:09 GMT -6
AF showed and I finished my first day of meds. I'm so nervous for this cycle. I just want it to work, I still feel guilty the first one didn't work.
TW children mentioned
They're putting so much money into this and I don't want them to feel any resentment if worst case we come out of it with no baby. I'm afraid that if I don't get pregnant they'll feel differently towards my kids and not love them as much because I was able to have them but not theirs. I know this isn't logical and it's not my fault if it doesn't work, but I'm still feeling guilty that the first cycle was a fail.
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Post by bonzo on Aug 5, 2018 7:33:21 GMT -6
wineandcake, sending you hugs! There are so many reasons outside of your control for why the transfer may not have worked. Please don’t beat yourself up. I’m sure they are grateful for your willingness to try and carry, and I hope this wouldn’t change what they feel towards your kids.
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Post by bonzo on Aug 5, 2018 15:54:01 GMT -6
CD 1 here! I’m never so excited for my period as when it means getting started on a cycle!
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Post by Bluebird on Aug 6, 2018 19:11:45 GMT -6
charliefox, my baseline is the 13th, so we’ll be close together on our journeys! I’ve been on BCP the last few weeks, and my period is trying really hard to come. Spotting since Friday, but they told me just to keep taking the meds and not worry about it.
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Post by sally on Aug 7, 2018 14:22:53 GMT -6
AF is here with a vengeance, which means I start monitoring and stims tomorrow. I don't feel ready for this but oh well!
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Post by bonzo on Aug 7, 2018 15:58:09 GMT -6
I start BCP tonight, and we have a transfer date scheduled for 9/18! I’m so excited!
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Post by jacks on Aug 7, 2018 18:10:48 GMT -6
Hugs sally. Hopefully it goes by quickly and without too many side effects.
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Post by jacks on Aug 7, 2018 18:12:42 GMT -6
Yay bonzo! I’m glad you have your transfer date to look forward to!
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Post by jacks on Aug 7, 2018 18:14:42 GMT -6
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Post by wineandcake on Aug 7, 2018 18:27:56 GMT -6
AF showed on Friday! Meds going well so far, I'm actually enjoying it right now since this is the lightest period I've had in years. First ultrasound is scheduled for the 13th! I'm really hopeful this works. I'm doing my best to eat healthy and get some exercise and trying to sleep a semi adequate amount. I haven't lost even a pound yet with healthy eating and exercise, but I'm hoping to get a few off by transfer day, hopefully.
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Post by jacks on Aug 13, 2018 13:58:04 GMT -6
TW **BFP**
Beta came back positive. I’ve been a ball of nerves all day and finally got the call. I’m cautiously optimistic, but trying to remain realistic and not jump ahead.
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Post by bonzo on Aug 13, 2018 16:02:27 GMT -6
Congrats, jacks! Do you have a repeat scheduled?
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Post by bex15 on Aug 13, 2018 16:34:37 GMT -6
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Post by jacks on Aug 13, 2018 19:18:54 GMT -6
Congrats, jacks! Do you have a repeat scheduled? Thank you! I go back Wednesday and Friday for repeat beta draws.
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