Late Start

After my mom telling me this for several days, I thought it would be a good idea to start journaling/blogging about my first IVF cycle.

I am now on day number 8 of the stimulating phase of IVF. I started my cycle last Tuesday with 225 iu of Gonal F and 75 iu of Menopur. My first blood test and ultrasound was on Friday where it was determined that my E2 (Estradiol/Estrogen) levels had not increased from my blood test the Saturday prior to starting meds. I had 7 total follicles. My dosages were increased to 300 iu of Gonal F and 150 iu of Menopur. Next blood test and ultrasound was yesterday, where 9 follicles were seen, some maturing, but none measurable yet and E2 slightly increased. Dosage for Gonal F was increased to 375 iu. Go back in tomorrow morning...

At this point I am scared to death of my E2 levels. I know if they don't rise I know my cycle could be canceled. I am remaining optimistic and trying to think of only positive thoughts... How hard that can be! I had no idea how stressful this stimulating phase can be... There is so much unknown on how are bodies will react! My nurse seems optimistic as well just thinking that I will have a longer phase, closer to 14 than your typical 10-12 days. I'm OK with that... don't rush it, but there's still the thoughts of fear. 

After miscarrying in October I knew that we would eventually try IVF. While I was able to get pregnant naturally, after waiting more than a year for that positive... I just wasn't willing to wait another year.

I am hopeful and keep telling myself that this is my year... 2014. Last year was rough on many accounts, and I know that there are good things coming. Looking to my year to kick it into motion.