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Some news on me (long)
No, not "that" news, although it's related.
You all know that DH and I have been TTC since the honeymoon, and even though we've timed things perfectly almost every single month we haven't had any luck. The recommendation is to see a fertility specialist once you've been trying a year, or 6 months if you're over 35. Well, I'm 37 and Type A, so I was at the RE (reproductive endocrinologist, aka fertility specialist) at 6 months on the dot. For the last 4 months we've both been undergoing tons of tests and our lives have been dominated by doctor's appointments. I had to see an endocrinologist because bloodwork revealed that my thyroid is underactive, and DH had to go to a urologist a few times for issues they identified with him.
The gist of it is that other than my thyroid issue, which is easily managed with Synthroid, everything with me is great, especially for my age. DH's tests didn't come out as well though and it looks like we are pretty unlikely to get pregnant on our own at this point. Fortunately his diagnosis isn't that bad (especially considering some things I'm seeing on the IF boards) and can easily be resolved - if we do IVF.
So, after a consult we had with our RE a couple days ago, it looks like we are officially IVF-bound. The RE thinks we have a great chance of being successful and fortunately I have pretty good insurance coverage for the procedure. We're looking at doing it in April/May so that it doesn't interfere with the vacation we have planned for the end of March.
DH and I decided that we are going to live it up for the next two months. I'm tossing my OPKs and green tea and we're just going to enjoy being married without TTC, which we've never been able to do. I am super excited and hopeful, and in a way I feel like a giant weight has been lifted off my shoulders. It helps that DH's best friend and his FI just went through IVF (they're now 7 weeks pregnant!), so DH has someone to talk to through this process.
As we get closer you'll definitely be getting some vibes requests from me, we're going to need all the help we can get!
Re: Some news on me (long)
Tons of vibes headed your way!!
I hope that having a plan in place helps you to enjoy the next couple of months and your trip!!
I'm just thankful you finally got some answers! It must feel amazing to have a plan, and to get to enjoy your married life (and sex without a purpose, yay!).
I'll be sending all the vibes you need when you guys start IVF...and hey, maybe you'll get twinsies out of it!
I'll send some vibes your way now!
In the mean time, have fun enjoy your leisure time with DH
I am glad to hear that you got some information from the specialists, that has to be better than waiting.
Good luck you guys! I hope everything works out and you can have my good vibes whenever needed.
LOL GOOOOO UTERUS!!!
I mean nothing really rhymes it will be hard to come up with a good cheer....
have fun not worrying about ttc - who knows...perhaps that's when your timing will be just right
lots of people are told everyday that they can't have kids...including women who are in menopause...my mom's best friend is 46 and just had a baby less than a year ago...she's been in menopause for almost 3 years...our bodies are miraculous vessels capable of things we will never fully understand...i believe in you and your uterus!
Glad to hear you have a plan in place. I'm sure that relieves some of your stress.
Enjoy the next few months with your hubby!!!
I'm rooting for your uterus big time!
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I'm glad to hear things are progressing for you guys, and my bro and SIL had my cute nephew with IVF. She's a type A personality and wasn't seemingly able to relax; after leaving her job (which of course you probably don't want to do) and IVF she got pregnant. My point is just make sure you relax, relieve as much pressure from yourself as possible because that'll make a diff.
Go uterus!! :-)
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I couldn't have said it better. Good luck - although I'm sure things will go well for you guys.
Must be somewhat of a relief to know what your plan is now. Enjoy just having fun. And who knows! Maybe then it will just happen!
Sending lots of prayers and vibes in anticipation of what's to come!
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Prayers and Vibes! I'm sure it has been a long journey but I am ecstatic you have answers, can relax a couple of months, and then take this on!
Danielle