Hi all from San Diego
Theothermom
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My partner and I had previously been using a local bank, but recently came across the CCB and are thrilled with all the info and support! (These message boards are addicting, yet so helpful when you're going through the mayhem of TTC).
We've had two unsuccessful attempts (1 ICI and 1 IUI), but are ready to forge ahead...
We FINALLY narrowed down our search and are planning to inseminate with #12119 next month. Anyone have info on this donor???
Also, my RE wasn't too keen on inseminating the same month as my HSG (last Thursday) but seems like others have gotten preggers the same month. Thoughts/advice??
Thanks!
Casey
We've had two unsuccessful attempts (1 ICI and 1 IUI), but are ready to forge ahead...
We FINALLY narrowed down our search and are planning to inseminate with #12119 next month. Anyone have info on this donor???
Also, my RE wasn't too keen on inseminating the same month as my HSG (last Thursday) but seems like others have gotten preggers the same month. Thoughts/advice??
Thanks!
Casey
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Rena
So do you have an OB? Have you had your initial exams and labs done? Just curious.
It's been quite an adventure already, but it's nice to know there are other people out there going through it too.
Please keep me posted on your April iui. I'll be sending you lots of happy, fertile thoughts! ;)
Rena
Are you in SD???
Well, my doctor isn't actually a certified RE, just an OB at the Fertility Clinic. We have to do everything through Kaiser because it's way too expensive otherwise. I've been going through the Kaiser Fertility Clinic at Point Loma. The OB's name is Dr. Yoo. Not my first choice, but if we do our IUI's there, it's covered. I did all my labs, sonograms, an ultrasound and an HSG through them.
When we first started TTC, we met with the director of the sperm bank at the Fertility Center of CA. His name is Joe Richard and he was really cool. The upside is that the sperm is cheaper, the downside is that each iui is $300.
If you're interested, I can send you all the info to get in touch with them.
You can email me too:
cpayte@gmail.com :)
Casey
Rena
He also does a routine sonogram for every patient seeking fertility help. When they did that, they found a 4cm simple cyst on my left ovary so I couldn't start any kind of medication. (Clomid, injectables, etc...) So, he ordered a more extensive ultrasound at the hospital so that we could get a better idea of how to deal with the cyst.
The HSG is an ink test (again, protocol for fertility treatment) to check your uterus and fallopian tubes. They use a catheter to shoot ink in and watch it on the monitor to make sure your tubes aren't blocked (not a very pleasant test, I assure you!)
We have a follow-up appointment Thursday to go over everything and hopefully make a plan for next month's IUI.
I'm happy to answer any questions you have. It's such a crazy train!!!
Rena
Being so young, you probably don't need to worry about a thing. I'm sure you're perfectly fertile and won't have any problems. :) Don't let your mind play tricks on you. This whole process can make everyone a bit crazy.
Good luck--I'll be anxious to hear about your first IUI!!!