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Long termers TTC

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After reading a few comments I thought it would be nice to start a thread for people who are TTC long term, I don't want to define what "longterm" is as we all have our own journeys ans what can be an eternity for one person can be shorter for another. So going to make a start.

We are 2 years and 2 months TTC, we are waiting on tests (which happen in December) and I have just started acupuncture. There are days, like today, when I feel like opening my front door and screaming when will it be me?????

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babydream

Anyone ever use Puregon for Ovulation Induction??

We have been given the prescription just waiting on AF now to start

Neyite

I think mine was Ovitrelle, but for some reason Puregon rings a bell with me.

squigglyd

babydream wrote: »

Anyone ever use Puregon for Ovulation Induction??

We have been given the prescription just waiting on AF now to start

I've just used it on my last IVF, it was very easy to use the pen is handy. ETA: not sure if it's the same use for ovulation induction but I assume so.

Neyite wrote: »

I think mine was Ovitrelle, but for some reason Puregon rings a bell with me.

Ovitrelle is the one-off trigger but Puregon is the FSH for the days leading up to that. At least that was the case for me.

Neyite

https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=74121756

Yep, I remember now. I got as far as being prescribed it but never actually took it because two days later I got my BFP. But I did research it a bit though.

A few years later I think it was just Ovitrelle I was on.

babydream

squigglyd wrote: »

I've just used it on my last IVF, it was very easy to use the pen is handy. ETA: not sure if it's the same use for ovulation induction but I assume so.

Ovitrelle is the one-off trigger but Puregon is the FSH for the days leading up to that. At least that was the case for me.

Did you have any side effects on it?? Clomid sent me crazy was snapping at everyone even managed to get myself a warning in work

Consultant said that shouldn't happen on Puregon so fingers crossed.

Was given Ovitrelle as a trigger shot also. I feel like this has all got very real all of a sudden, I no that sounds totally stupid

CCCHIA

Puregon is a nice one to be on, pen is easy to use and needle is very fine. You can travel with the pen so you’re not stuck at home to be near your fridge meds. I was able to inject and lead a normal life.

Didn’t have any side effects either. I used it for one IUI and two OI’s.

You’ll be absolutely fine, it’s a daunting prospect but it’s very doable. Best of luck xx

Rflwr88

TTC for the last 2 yrs. I lost 6 stone and still no luck. At this point, I’m not sure where to go next. We just moved to Ireland so I think I’d have to start again with a new doctor in regards to fertility clinics etc

Nerd Queen

Trying not to overreact or overthink it but I had some very light spotting (small bit in the underwear and then a few times when I wiped but not all day - sorry if tmi) yesterday on cd 23 - 10 days post ovulation. Cycle length on average is 28 days thanks to metformin. Keeping everything crossed it’s not some anomaly this month in my cycle or another issue! Anyone had spotting and it turned out to be false?

margo321

I had tried for 3 or 4 years. had all the tests xome back clear. failed iui. then had got pregnant naturally at 41. healthy baby thank god and now im 45 and pregnant. To be honest i felt
the
first few months feeling guilty being so old but am glad my child will have a sibling. So far all going well. Emotional time. good luck to all

GaGa21

Nerd Queen wrote:

Keeping everything crossed itâ€™s not some anomaly this month in my cycle or another issue! Anyone had spotting and it turned out to be false?

I did this month. Was so disappointed as I really thought the 2 days of brown discharge was implantation as I've never really had it before. Turned out to be the start of my period with what was obviously(now) old blood.
Turned 40 and starting to think now this is the start of being perimenopausal.
Really hope it is good news for you.

Nerd Queen

GaGa21 wrote: »

I did this month. Was so disappointed as I really thought the 2 days of brown discharge was implantation as I've never really had it before. Turned out to be the start of my period with what was obviously(now) old blood.
Turned 40 and starting to think now this is the start of being perimenopausal.
Really hope it is good news for you.

Oh I’m sorry to hear that! I’m hoping cos it wasn’t too much and has completely disappeared we may be in luck! I do get spotting before my period but it’s continuous for a day then my period arrives. Hopefully! Would be lovely as December marks 3 years since we seriously started ttc

GaGa21

Nerd Queen wrote:

Oh Iâ€™m sorry to hear that! Iâ€™m hoping cos it wasnâ€™t too much and has completely disappeared we may be in luck! I do get spotting before my period but itâ€™s continuous for a day then my period arrives. Hopefully! Would be lovely as December marks 3 years since we seriously started ttc

It will be such a special Christmas for you both. Fingers crossed x

Cash_Q

margo321 wrote:

I had tried for 3 or 4 years. had all the tests xome back clear. failed iui. then had got pregnant naturally at 41. healthy baby thank god and now im 45 and pregnant. To be honest i felt the first few months feeling guilty being so old but am glad my child will have a sibling. So far all going well. Emotional time. good luck to all

Wow, that's a fantastic story and will give hope to many others no doubt, congratulations and best of luck with this pregnancy

Nerd Queen

And AF has shown up 3 days early to crush any hope. Ah well we stay going.

GaGa21

Nerd Queen wrote:

And AF has shown up 3 days early to crush any hope. Ah well we stay going.

Sorry to hear that. It's terrible when we get our hopes up and I always feel worse at this time of year too.
Good luck for this month x

Nerd Queen

GaGa21 wrote: »

Sorry to hear that. It's terrible when we get our hopes up and I always feel worse at this time of year too.
Good luck for this month x

Thanks! Hope your doing ok! I was realistic enough or tried to be so wasn't as bad as other months. Back to my consultant on Tuesday anyway probably to go on clomid or the like.

babydream

Nerd Queen wrote: »

And AF has shown up 3 days early to crush any hope. Ah well we stay going.

As sorry to hear Nerd Queen, its horrible every month every little symptom and your thinking wow could this be our month. Its a horrible feeling when AF shows up.

fits

Sorry to hear that nerd queen.

The time I had spotting it was the day my period was due and it was unusually pink. I thought it was period but nope.

Nerd Queen

Thanks all. We’ll just have to go again next month. Getting very frustrated after 3 years so trying to focus on the positives right now!

catrionanic

Nerd Queen wrote: »

Thanks all. We’ll just have to go again next month. Getting very frustrated after 3 years so trying to focus on the positives right now!

Totally understandable. At least you know you're seeing your consultant and will be doing something to hopefully help. I really hope the Clomid works for you.

Nerd Queen

Thanks guys! Had a really weird period for me so glad I’ll be in the consultants soon!

Nerd Queen

catrionanic wrote: »

Totally understandable. At least you know you're seeing your consultant and will be doing something to hopefully help. I really hope the Clomid works for you.

No Clomid for me - more wait and see for the next 3 months. Consultant seems confident - I'm less so. Lining looked a bit thin so back in 3 months to check that out. Starting acupuncture this weekend so let's hope something just clicks. Wishing everyone the best at this time of year with baby dust to all.

GaGa21

Heard the good news of a long termer ttc got her positive recently. Puts it down to her new acupuncture, no sugar and no alcohol approach. Would love to be so disciplined. I've tried the acupuncture but didn't work for me...

Nerd Queen

GaGa21 wrote: »

Heard the good news of a long termer ttc got her positive recently. Puts it down to her new acupuncture, no sugar and no alcohol approach. Would love to be so disciplined. I've tried the acupuncture but didn't work for me...

I've tried my best to cut back on alcohol and have mostly succedded - not a big drinker anyway. Just at this time of year its impossible to avoid - i could not drink and will do it at a number of events but sometimes you just need to let loose. As for sugar - I'm trying..... but damn its tough. Hoping the accupuncture will help. Thanks for the update though GaGa21 always good to hear. Sorry to hear the accupuncture didn't work for you.

GaGa21

Nerd Queen wrote:

I've tried my best to cut back on alcohol and have mostly succedded - not a big drinker anyway. Just at this time of year its impossible to avoid - i could not drink and will do it at a number of events but sometimes you just need to let loose. As for sugar - I'm trying..... but damn its tough. Hoping the accupuncture will help. Thanks for the update though GaGa21 always good to hear. Sorry to hear the accupuncture didn't work for you.

I could cut out the drink no problem....well maybe after Xmas! But the sugar is what I couldn't do. Have such a sweet tooth!
Best of luck with the acupuncture, hope it does help.

bilbot79

Hi folks.

After 1 mc and 1 ectopic and God knows how many years ttc were thinking of taking Mrs out of the workplace to concentrate on health and stress relief etc. She's been developing unprecedented migraines and tension headaches and our situation just seems to get worse. It's a bold move and lots of money to be lost but we can make it work and TBH I don't want this to be the one thing we didn't try.

What do you think? Is it overkill?

GaGa21

bilbot79 wrote:

After 1 mc and 1 ectopic and God knows how many years ttc were thinking of taking Mrs out of the workplace to concentrate on health and stress relief etc. She's been developing unprecedented migraines and tension headaches and our situation just seems to get worse. It's a bold move and lots of money to be lost but we can make it work and TBH I don't want this to be the one thing we didn't try.

I suppose there are pros and cons to it.
Pros being well rested, focused on nutrition and exercise, time for ivf(if applicable), acupuncture and counselling appointments.
Cons being TOO focused on ttc, higher stress levels if not successful, her mental health from feeling isolated. If it doesn't happen, will she even feel able to return to work afterwards and the financial implications that will incur.
I personally wouldn't give it up altogether as I would need a focus/distraction other than ttc. What about keeping part time hours?

bilbot79

I hear you about the reduced hours but we we're thinking the reality would be a heavier workload with half the time.

I feel like we're at the stage where extreme circumstances call for extreme measures

Fingersandtoes

bilbot79 wrote: »

Hi folks.

After 1 mc and 1 ectopic and God knows how many years ttc were thinking of taking Mrs out of the workplace to concentrate on health and stress relief etc. She's been developing unprecedented migraines and tension headaches and our situation just seems to get worse. It's a bold move and lots of money to be lost but we can make it work and TBH I don't want this to be the one thing we didn't try.

What do you think? Is it overkill?

I understand where you are coming from. My penny's worth is to go for it. I completely understand what you mean when you say that you dont want it to be the one thing you didn't try.
A few thoughts
* Would it be a huge pressure on you as a male feeling you have to financially provide, do extra hours, take on extra roles for more pay?
* Could Mrs. B get signed off sick leave, take a career break, leave of absence or something instead of giving her job up completely
* Mentally, if it was me I'd find the days long at home. I'd have to much time to over think stuff. Could she join a library/ local group for stuff to do during the day like a walking group,book club, craft class anything at all to get out of the house?
* I've had 5 IUIs and one IVF. I worked throughout the IUIs from first day of period to the dreaded result. I went sick from first day of my period with the IVF until after the awful result. All BFN but I did feel for myself being off work was much easier on my mental health.

Have you both spoken to a GP about this, tryed acupuncture?
Whatever you both decide stay strong and look after yourselves and your relationship together

bilbot79

Fingersandtoes wrote: »

I understand where you are coming from. My penny's worth is to go for it. I completely understand what you mean when you say that you dont want it to be the one thing you didn't try.
A few thoughts
* Would it be a huge pressure on you as a male feeling you have to financially provide, do extra hours, take on extra roles for more pay?
* Could Mrs. B get signed off sick leave, take a career break, leave of absence or something instead of giving her job up completely
* Mentally, if it was me I'd find the days long at home. I'd have to much time to over think stuff. Could she join a library/ local group for stuff to do during the day like a walking group,book club, craft class anything at all to get out of the house?
* I've had 5 IUIs and one IVF. I worked throughout the IUIs from first day of period to the dreaded result. I went sick from first day of my period with the IVF until after the awful result. All BFN but I did feel for myself being off work was much easier on my mental health.

Have you both spoken to a GP about this, tryed acupuncture?
Whatever you both decide stay strong and look after yourselves and your relationship together

No pressure on me I don't think. Its actually my idea. I will feel better knowing she's in a better place and financially I just need to keep my head down in work plus sacrifice some dreams like moving house etc.

We're gonna look into leave of absence. Talked about sick leave before but doctors don't seem keen.

She tends to want to apply herself and I'm sure she'd take some kind of online course or something. We were talking today and we're on the fertility cliff now so it might be best to revert to the tried and tested 'me tarzan, you jane' modus operandi ie single income family.
Physiologically it might be too much to ask of a near fortysomething person to juggle everything. Just for a few years while we have a chance left.

I think there are ways of minimising the impact with the home person budgeting, managing the house and finances etc.