Monday, June 25, 2012

And So The Blogging Journey Begins

Thanks to some MKV inspiration, I have decided to start a blog chronicling the roller coaster ride that is infertility.   

My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for over a year now after I miscarried our first pregnancy.  At the year mark of the miscarriage, we decided it was time to visit a fertility specialist where we discovered that I have low progesterone and cervical mucus that creates a hostile living environment for sperm.  

Awesome.  

We did our first round of IUI last month, which was unsuccessful.  

During the two week wait, I literally felt like I was trapped in my own mind.  

I felt crazier than normal (and on a normal day I am pretty crazy).  My mom reminded me that our friend MKV had started a blog as a place to put all of her crazy thoughts during her struggle with infertility.  

It sounded great for the release, 
and as a way to keep people updated without the emotional strain of having to repeat the news 
over 
and over 
again.

And, so, it begins... (again)...

I had my ultrasound this morning to check follicle size in preparation for our second round of IUIs.   Usually the ultrasound tech talks aloud and tells me what she is doing and says things like, "this one is measuring at 11" or "you have quite a few follicles on this ovary".  Today I had a new ultrasound tech and she didn't say anything.  My crazy thoughts started to kick in.  Is something wrong?  I didn't see any follicles... do I even have any?  Fortunately, the nurse came in and said, "Good news, you have a big ole follicle!"  So, I have a "big ole" follicle measuring at 21 mm which is huge compared to last month's 12 mm and 13 mm follicles.  Dr. B is also really pleased with my lining which is 8 compared to last month's 4.  The nurse gave me the HCG trigger shot today and we will do the IUI tomorrow and Wednesday morning.  

I have a really great feeling about this month.


 I am Calling All Angels.  

Calling all angels to help me survive the emotional roller coaster.  

Calling all angels to help me keep my faith.  

Calling all angels to bless us with a baby.
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6 comments:

  1. Christina WhiteJune 25, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    Those numbers are perfect! What a great folie size and lining thickness. I don't think it gets much better. (And I've done, well, let's just say more than a few IUIs.) Sounds like this is your month!

    BTW- I always try to find a really good series for the 2 week wait. I try to lose myself in a new book instead of making myself crazy looking for early symptoms.

    -Christina

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  2. tacuffJune 25, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Praying for you Katie!!

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  3. JReusJune 25, 2012 at 3:56 PM

    Katie, I just said a prayer for you. Bill and I also struggled with infertility. I loved the book Trusting God by Jerry Bridges. The Lord had chosen you for this trial, and He is faithful and good!

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  4. UnknownJune 25, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Oh my, oh my....how my mind goes quickly back to those days. I understand every ounce of those thoughts, those emotions, and those numbers they spout off. You will find an amazing amount of strength and will create yourself a little "safe haven" with this blog. You are in my prayer journal daily (I should send you a picture!) and I can't wait to follow this journey. I'm here for you anytime, sweet friend. XO mkv

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  5. UnknownJune 25, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Lots of love and prayers to you and Tyler! -Aubrey

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    1. AnonymousJune 25, 2012 at 7:45 PM

      I've always had a good feeling about this next time too, even before you posted this blog. Be blessed Katie, still praying...

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