New to Insemination

BrooksGirlBrooksGirl Posts: 3
in Single Mothers by Choice
I'm new to this whole insemination process and I have sooo many questions that I hope to get answered. How does the first doctor's appointment go? How soon do you start the process as far as checking ovulation or starting meds if needed? How long do you have to wait to use the sperm to get pregnant?

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  • kndertchrkndertchr Posts: 33
    I did some research online and found a doctor's office I felt comfortable with. I made an appointment for a consultation, which was $250 and included an exam. The doctor explained the process and we discussed my options. She wanted me to start with IVF because of my age, but I had already decided on three IUIs no meds first. Once I made the decision to do this, I wanted to start right away. I met with my doctor on September 29th, made arrangements to do all the testing (lots of bloodwork and an HSG test), and ordered my sperm. My doctor stored it for free. My tests all came back normal so I had my first IUI on October 14th. I did not use any meds on my first try, just ovulation predictor kit. My story is very unusual but that is how fast you can get started. And also, the IUI worked and my son is now 9 months. It was the best decision I ever made!
  • BrooksGirlBrooksGirl Posts: 3
    Well congratulations on your son! My story is a bit different too. My boyfriend of 6 years actually passed away March 2nd of this year so it has barely been a month but his family and I decided to store his sperm so I will be using his sperm and hoping to have a beautiful healthy child. I already made my first appointment im just hoping the process isnt too long we are all ready to get this going and im so scared that something bad will happen. We really need joy in our lives right now so i hope the IUI is successful
  • austingurlaustingurl Posts: 202
    I first went to the doctor in August. They had me do the ovulation kits at home to try to get the timing down. I did that in September and October and learned I don't ovulate on my own. I went back to the dr in November and started femara days 3-7 of my cycle. I had my first IUI in November. So, basically it depends on your body. Had I ovulated on my own, I could have had my first IUI in September but it took me longer since I had issues. I have PCOS so that is why I don't ovulate.

    My first appointment was pretty much the same as a yearly appointment and I was able to ask all my questions. They did some bloodwork and a urine test but nothing major. I am not sure if you have an appointment scheduled, but you can buy ovulation kits at the store. If your cycles are 28 days and you are coming up on days 10-17, then I would start the ovulation kits at home. It never hurts to get to know your cycle and the timing of your ovulation. That is information is very handy and so more months you monitor it and get to know your body, the better.
  • shonarb73shonarb73 Posts: 61
    I first saw the RE in late December and had my first IUI in mid-January. I had a cycle day 2 fsh, prolactin level and a bunch of other labs (basically all the same ones you have at your first OB appt when you're actually pregnant). The dr wasn't really worried about whether or not I ovulate or not because he said at my age (39) I should maximize my chances and go straight to medicated cycles (clomid and hcg to trigger ovulation. However, I had done an ovulation kit on my own while waiting to see him and did ovulate. I had an hsg to make sure my tubes and uterus open, no polyps. So, basically, its possible to get started your very next cycle if the timing works out. Good luck!
  • BrooksGirlBrooksGirl Posts: 3
    Thanks everyone! I'm a little more at ease with everyone's responses...I'm young so I'm hoping I'm well and ready to go without complications.
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