It’s only been five days since egg retrieval but it feels as if more time has passed. The hurry up and wait of infertility is real. I know I was looking forward to a break from stims and appointments but I’m ready to start again. Trying to guess when to put in an order of medication to start on time is mind boggling. The Leuprolide once mixed only has a 28 day life per the pharmacist. I don’t want to order them too early and it be a waste but I also don’t want to wait and then not be able to complete this cycle. For clarification, 28 days since mixed not delivered.

Last month I had it delivered at least two days before the expected start of the cycle. Then again, I only stimmed for 14 days and the original batch expired today. I think I’ll follow suit as I did last cycle and have it delivered this week at least two days before my expected cycle. I’m overthinking it because we physically induced ovulation and I’m not sure how my body will react. I am not sure if it will delay my natural cycle because of the high doses of hormones or if it will follow suit. Either way I need to order medications and supplies.

The bloating and bruising is finally dissipating. The discomfort has pretty much subsided. The fear of the unknown definitely got to me this previous cycle . I feel better prepared for what is next to come. I’m appreciative of the support I have received and this is process is all time limited, not forever.

Update; March 18th, 2024:

Per the pharmacist today when I called to refill my medications the lifespan of the Leuprolide is 20 days once shipped. I noticed that the current vial I have explicitly states BUD/ do not use after 03/17/2024 so I think realistically it has some flexibility.

Update; March 21st, 2024:

Medication for Cycle Two has arrived. Yes, I’m still impatiently waiting to get started…

-A