February 2024
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Waiting for Cycle One
This week has been filled with fluctuating emotions. With starting Estrace I experienced my first hot flash. I am glad that I had never experienced one before and that it isn’t a part of my normal life. The fatigue is… Continue reading
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Next steps to prep for Cycle One
I did decide to reach out to the clinic the day following B’s procedure. Once that occurred my nurse responded that she was unexpectedly out for a week and is working on my prescriptions and medication protocol. Again, working in… Continue reading
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TESE/ PESA Day
I sit here as I patiently wait for B to have his TESE procedure. At 7:50am Dr. Pollard walked by. It’s quiet and lonely. The thing I like least currently is lack of communication, that is always my biggest peeve… Continue reading
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Fourth Quarter Fumble
A myriad of emotions hits me at 5:40pm tonight when we got alerted by text of the amount due for B’s procedure scheduled Tuesday morning… only 48 business hours away. Of course the total is due ASAP. B called a… Continue reading
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Adulthood Reality Check
Reality is starting to sink in. The burden of moving away from family, being in a military town and making friends and those moving away. I understand during this process it will not be feasible for B to attend all… Continue reading
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Here’s to 3 IVF cycles
Next steps are here. With B’s procedure scheduled for next week now time to start focusing on my cycle. The doctor noted I will likely have to do three cycles to get enough eggs. Since only 4-5 follicles were noted… Continue reading
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