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My appointment this morning went well. I had an ultrasound, gave them plenty of urine in a cup, gave six vials of blood, and I signed my life away numerous times. I left with a handful of paperwork, a new IVF calendar, consent forms, numerous prescriptions, and appointment for Mike to go in next Tuesday.
The nurse I chatted with was a nurse that I talked to during my last cycle and she remembered me. I think sometimes I scare the nurses (and maybe even Dr. J) a bit because I always know what is going on and don't need the hand holding that an IVF novice might... Nurse L was giving me a refresher on injections today and I seemed to always be one step ahead of her. I reminded her that I have had a bit of practice.
I'll start injections on December 23rd and I'll go back for my next ultrasound on January 14. Retrieval and transfer are tentatively planned for the week of January 18. We are definitely on our way...
I will say this, I'm not really worried about any of this. I know what happens. I know how it works. I'm truly an IVF veteran and jaded in that regard. Oh, you want to take blood? Go for it! A probe up my vajayjay? Sounds delightful. Shots in the tummy? Meh. No big thing. What, everyone doesn't have to do this to have a baby? You're kidding right?? ;)
My biggest concern this cycle isn't the cycle itself, it's Bo, and the logistics of balancing a cycle where all appointments are at least a 2 hour drive (each way) with what he needs. He has been with my mom for just over 24 hours now. This is the longest I've ever been away from him. I've talked to Mom numerous times and I know he is doing well, but this still sucks. I wish we could be normal people and live in a semi-urban area so a doctor's appointment would not necessitate extended Bo care.
But, such is the way. There has to be something to worry about, doesn't there? One reason I'm not worried about the actual cycle is because it is real for me now that IVF really can work. The evidence is taking a nap at my mom's house right now. And even if it doesn't... we'll still have Bo.
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11 comments:
You go girl!!!!!
We do have the Bomeister regardless of the outcome of this cycle. But I think your grandpa will have a hand in this one----just a feeling I have!! He worried and stewed before about you. I know he is watching over us now and especially you. Bo will be fine... Grammie will see to that. You know, he is very entertaining..hheee
Love Mom
I hope everything goes ok and you will be back home soon. I cannot imagine having to drive two hours to get to the doctor. Although sometimes here with traffic it can take that long to go 10 miles.
The beauty of trying for the second now...Bo will never remember what it is like to not have a sibling. It's a beautiful thing and very sweet. :) Some girlfriends and I were talking about that last week. She asked her daughter if she remembers life before her sister and she did not. It's a special bond! I know its a lot to think of the 2nd being so far away from the doctors and having lots of trips, but regardless, you have a wonderful boy and you know how worth every mile is in the end. having two so close together too, it will be great! I have a good feeling about this!! You're in our thoughts daily!! Can't wait to see you in a few weeks!
I wish you didn't have to go through this. I'm sorry, but I'm crossing my fingers that this time it will take the first time.
"And even if it doesn't... we'll still have Bo."
such good words to live by at this point. you have Bo...something you could say when you started this the first time. ;)
best wishes
How exciting to be going for #2. I agree, it is different the second go round, even though I didn't do IVF. I do have much more faith in my body now. I have evidence, afterall.
I hope the travel doesn't interfere too much with Bo. And I hope you win. Again. :)
It just takes so much of the pressure off when you already have a munchkin at home. I'll be rooting for you this cycle!
It's all so true, particularly the "meh" part. I think my RE expected the litany of questions, but what's really left to ask??
Having one makes all the difference, even though I hope it works for you this go-round.
I think our transfers have a very good chance of being close together.
You sound like an amazing woman. Good luck to you! I hope you'll get to have as many as possible. Good people deserve kids and kids deserve to be with good people.
Good luck, I hope this cycle you get one that sticks. It sucks so much that you have to go through this, but I applaud your resiliency - you're a strong woman to take on this battle!
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