Thinking Out Loud
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Beta Day!
So…I’ll be honest. I’ve tested every day since transfer as it the only thing I could control. I wasn’t bothered by the negatives the first few days because it would be unrealistic for a positive since we did not trigger.… Continue reading
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Mock Transfer
I’m not sure what I was expecting for the mock transfer as I wasn’t given much information other than to arrive with a full bladder. Essentially, if it is a test run why would I need Valium the day of… Continue reading
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Hurry Up and Wait Part 2
It has been a week since our second egg retrieval. I’m anxiously awaiting to start our next cycle. Healing from this past retrieval looked a little different. I have been extremely bloated with more minor discomfort than last time. The… Continue reading
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Retrieval Two
Today was egg retrieval two. Thankfully, we stayed in a hotel and the drive wasn’t the worst. I was taken back pretty swiftly and was with nurse Rita again. I forgot the keys in my purse and had to have… Continue reading
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Hurry Up and Wait Part 1
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… 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
Journey to Baby Rentas 