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Had first IUI yesterday now begins the TWW is there anyone else?e?
aslgirl4lifekt
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Greetings ladies,yesterday was our first IUI and I must say I thought it would be much more different than what it was going to be. I figured I would come home and get some things done around the house to keep my mind busy but I was so exhausted all I could do was sleep. Is that normal? So now I am just trying to keep myself busy during this 2ww so I don't drive myself crazy! Could really use someone to chat with :)
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I am on day 7 of my 2WW with my 4th IUI. Did you use any meds? My Ovidrel (trigger shot) makes me extremely tired for a couple of days. Good luck and baby dust to you :)
Melissa
Katie
Melissa
Melissa
Katie
Katie
Melissa
Anyway, we just had our first IUI at home yesterday (12/30)! We think the timing was right on. We are so excited!
Doesn't sound like there has been anyone on here talking about success with our donor though (13195) and now all of a sudden the supply of vials for that donor is listed as low. Hm.
This is pretty much one of the most interesting experiences we have had. It's been a great experience so far. I can't imagine what it is like to go through multiple attempts and keep getting hit with negatives. One day at a time I guess.
So, we are on to the 2WW. What a way to start out the new year! We will be sending positive thoughts to you all as well!
~ Sleepless in Seattle (Amanda & Lisa)
Katie
Thank you for the advice. We have a second choice just in case our first choice runs out or doesn't work. We are just taking it one day at a time at this point.
I suppose maybe it's misleading to say we did "IUI" at home, since that's technically not 100% accurate. We didn't actually use a catheter, so it's actually just the 'turkey baster method'… but with a syringe, not a cooking utensil. The whole process was a little awkward and quite silly and entertaining really. I don't know how much detail you were expecting, but basically, we just injected with the syringe and then inserted an instead cup to keep gravity from working against us. My best friend and her wife used this method and it worked for them on the first try (twins nonetheless), so we will see what happens.
Since you asked what it's like doing it at home, I am guessing you went to your doctor? Is this your first try? Are you going to try testing 9-10 dpo?
Ok, sending positive thoughts your way as well! Happy New Year!
Amanda and Lisa
Wow what an experience you guys had that is really cool. I know for myself and Jen we were way to nervous to try to do it at home ourselves so KUDOS :) to you guys! We did use a doctor we actually had gone to one Dr for an initial consultation but decided not to go with him due to his cost, requirements(which were outrageous) and manner; so we found this wonderful OBGYN who has done insemination's before but we are actually her first donor and lesbian couple so it is pretty cool. I am waiting to test till 2 weeks which so far has not been too bad. I am optimistic but being practical all at the same! This was our first IUI so I know the odds are stacked against us and really the first time we did it a little early so we shall see what happens! Enjoy you're day I'm taking advantage of these last couple days of vacation I have off to relax! Sending lots of baby dust you're way talk with you soon.
Katie
Melissa
Melissa
We are in our 2ww also. This is our 3rd IUI. 1st was a BFN and 2nd was a BFP but miscarried at 6 weeks :(.... Sending *baby dust* to everyone!
We are in our 2ww also. This is our 3rd IUI. 1st was a BFN and 2nd was a BFP but miscarried at 6 weeks :(.... Sending *baby dust* to everyone!
I am so sorry. I am sure it's devastating to want something so bad and have been going through this roller coaster for five months. We are on our first try, so I can't even imagine what it will be like if we find out it's a BFN. We are sending positive thoughts your way!
Amanda & Lisa
Any update?
I have been feeling pretty terrible since IUI attempt #1. It's pretty crazy. Lisa thinks I am going crazy I think. Since almost day one I have had a lot of cramping. The last three days I have been absolutely exhausted. Today, I have felt unbelievably nauseous, all day. And finally, my skin is breaking out terribly, which isn't normal. It's only been 6 days, so it's super early in the wait.
Lisa said if this is any indication of what pregnancy will be like for me, we are in trouble.
I will be okay with all the discomfort I have been going through if it means that I am in fact pregnant. Guess we will see. Friday can't come soon enough :-)
Hope your wait is going well!
Amanda (and Lisa)
Melissa
I have been thinking of you after reading your post a few days ago. I am really sorry to hear about the 4th IUI. I do wish you lots of baby dust.
I am in the cycle of testing for a surge and will be doing my 2nd IUI in the next several days. I am hoping this will be it as this try will be the last try for my partner and I.
Keep us posted and wish everyone the best of luck.
I am so sorry about your 4th IUI. Was the ultrasound at all helpful?
Good morning Katie,
Well, our two week wait is not over yet, two more days for THAT, but we did start testing on day ten (optimistic and impatient)… so, we are now familiar with what a negative feels like.
The good news is that, like you said, there is still hope since the cycle isn't for a few days still!
Welcome Wellsbull! You said that this is your 2nd IUI and that it's your last try? Lisa and I committed to three trys at the beginning of all this. I am nervous that is going to be a hard commitment if they all three fail for us. We are still in the first two week wait though, and I am still being optimistic that this try will take!
Wishing everyone the best of luck!
Amanda and Lisa