Journey to Baby Rentas

First Time Mom

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Confirmed DOR

    So far Tuesdays in 2024 aren’t my thing. Our doctor got my labs results back and confirmed I have DOR and time is of the essence or well… “expeditiously” as she said. I don’t think I have many questions but… Continue reading

  • One good egg and one good sperm.

    We are just about two weeks into our IVF journey. In the span of two weeks we found out that IVF may be the only realistic option for a biological child. I was hopeful for IUI and undoing the potential… Continue reading