OHbaby! Forums : Infertility chit chat https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:39:20 +0000 Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:49:22 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=26750 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : I never write on forums but felt...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=1273413&title=infertility-chit-chat#1273413 Author: Magie2
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 February 2011 at 11:49am

I never write on forums but felt it was my duty to do this. Freddie Graham made me feel insignificant, his approach was unprofessional, and he was cruel and insensitive. Read Chicachicas advice. It would seem he has helped a great many people and that is a wonderful issue to take into mind, but I myself will be making sure I never see that awful man again.[:x] ]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:49:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=1273413&title=infertility-chit-chat#1273413 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Happy New Year everyone. I hope...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=894443&title=infertility-chit-chat#894443 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 12 January 2010 at 4:47pm

Happy New Year everyone. I hope you all enjoyed your holidays and managed to not be too bombarded with pregnant women and babies (I had 2 4 mth babies in my close proximity for a week - ahhh).

Wishing lots of babydust and the much wanted babies to all of us in 2010.

Take care ]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:47:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=894443&title=infertility-chit-chat#894443 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Sorry I haven&#039;t been back...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=884508&title=infertility-chit-chat#884508 Author: Lexy333
Subject: 26750
Posted: 03 January 2010 at 7:51pm

Sorry I haven't been back on in ages, nothing was happening and it was getting me down...felt like I was stagnating so I was staying away from all things TTC related.
We are starting the DI this month YAY!!!
Today is my last day of drinking, I have a glass of lovely wine with me as I speak haha

Just got back from my holiday to Adelaide, was great catching up with family and friends! Got to meet my friends baby, am so happy for her cause she was told she would never have kids. He is such a lovely baby, full of smiles and giggles, though I do admit my heart broke a little bit...

Is it just me or do you all grit your teeth when someone complains about their pregnancy to you? Hahaha I swear TTC is making me slightly deranged

Well, I hope you all had a great Christmas/New Years....hopefully we all get what we wished for this year here's hoping it's a short wait!]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:51:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=884508&title=infertility-chit-chat#884508 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : It hasnt been easy thats for sure....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=867795&title=infertility-chit-chat#867795 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 11 December 2009 at 4:26pm

It hasnt been easy thats for sure. I have had some time that I just didnt bother tracking as life just wasnt going right for me. Now that I am with a awsome guy, I/we really want this now, he deserves to be a dad, he is great with my 16 yr old and his families kids. I am giving myslef 2 more years then its over for me.
Just think that his family dont quite get it, they make these little coments yet they dont realise how much it hurts...one day I will more than likely just snap back, but hopefully wont as they have been awesome to me. Suppose they think they are been supportive.
I find these forums great to read, everyone here is going through the same. Always good to hear when people get their BFP. ]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:26:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=867795&title=infertility-chit-chat#867795 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Oh, Rosiefarmer I am so sorry...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=867206&title=infertility-chit-chat#867206 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 11 December 2009 at 6:24am

Oh, Rosiefarmer I am so sorry that family and friends are making this journey harder on you. It can be so heartbreaking when the people you care about make comments that cut deep. I have had plenty of that myself, so understand. Hope they start being more sensitive and supporting you in this. All the best with this next step, fingers crossed it's that boost you need to make it happen. I admire you for sticking in at 14 years, I don't know how you do it, over 5 years is more than enough for me. ]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2009 06:24:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=867206&title=infertility-chit-chat#867206 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Tal, Thanks. It sure is a long...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=866973&title=infertility-chit-chat#866973 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 10 December 2009 at 8:52pm

Hi Tal, Thanks.
It sure is a long Journey, some days it really feels like BFP will never happen. We try to stay positive but when you keep getting "your turn is next" from family it hurts, 2 of DH's neices are preggers and they reckon I am going to be next. Come on give us a break and let us get there without extra pressure, dont they think we put ourselves through enough without their remarks. I have been trying to get pregnant for 14 years....hasnt happened naturally so hopefully now that the ball has finally started rolling we might get there. It sure is a long process and even longer when you decide to go public...

I got really upset when they blamed DH's medication - hello I was infertile before I got together with DH as I have been through fertility treatment with my previous relationship.

Ohh and my so called BF has a lovely set of twins which I looked after in the weekend (9 months old) and all she kept saying was they will turn you off wanting a baby - my coment was my 16 yr old hasnt turned me off, why would your awesome cute babies turn me off. Arghhhh and if she was the friend she says she is I think she should of rang me by now to see how the hell I was, as it was pretty hard watching those babies go home a real friend would of seen that I was upset when they went home.

My grumble for the day, been on my mind all week...


]]> Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:52:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=866973&title=infertility-chit-chat#866973 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Rosiefarmer - no good that DH...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=866887&title=infertility-chit-chat#866887 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 10 December 2009 at 7:51pm

Rosiefarmer - no good that DH has not been coping well without the meds. Good that you can do sperm assessment with FA and hopefully get things sorted there. All the best with whichever you do, IUI or IVF. Bring on the BFP for you!!!!

I'm still ticking along with the fertility clinic. It's going well so hopefully all will fall into place for us soon and this long journey can be over and see us into the next phase. ]]> Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:51:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=866887&title=infertility-chit-chat#866887 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Quick update - DH been off medication...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=865344&title=infertility-chit-chat#865344 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 09 December 2009 at 2:45pm

Quick update - DH been off medication for 3 weeks and hasnt been coping too good, so rang FA and we on our way up to do a sperm assesment and freeze them if all is good, next week. Clinic closes till start of Feb so back up there again for another sperm assesment and freeze then they will know what they going to do with me, IUI or IVF, finally something is in action. Hope everyone has a great xmas.
Rose]]> Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:45:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=865344&title=infertility-chit-chat#865344 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : great to hear all is looking good...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=864648&title=infertility-chit-chat#864648 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 08 December 2009 at 8:24pm

great to hear all is looking good Bombshell. Fingers crossed for you with the IUI in Feb. ]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:24:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=864648&title=infertility-chit-chat#864648 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : well we got the results of the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=864569&title=infertility-chit-chat#864569 Author: Bombshell
Subject: 26750
Posted: 08 December 2009 at 7:16pm

well we got the results of the eggie tests...and I am a 80% success rate for IVF and am in the "green" area (and not just!) for egg supply, so looks all good.

saw doctor today and he thinks my body is still ovulating and releasing multiple eggs - damn just wish we could hit them!!!

IUI here we come in February!!! we hope....]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:16:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=864569&title=infertility-chit-chat#864569 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : hi all....well ive been surrounded...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=855522&title=infertility-chit-chat#855522 Author: Bombshell
Subject: 26750
Posted: 29 November 2009 at 10:19pm

hi all....well ive been surrounded by bellys all weekend and was suprised at how well I coped....we did a pop up shop for our business (wombinbloom) and of course had preggy glowing beautiful mums to be in store all weekend long....I had a bit of an ache at one point but just got on with it....I guess I am at that point at the moment....hard to see all the bellys and bubs and not just have to cope!

Not to mention explaining how boobies are going to explode and how nicely a t shirt will fit on a bump etc....!!!

at moment I am just getting on with looking forward to xmas and baking myself in the sun....etc....then onto IUI next year...we are thinking Feb is the start (Jan is a busy month with family here from USA etc)..and have fingers crossed for a BFP then....but in meantime I truly hope to see some of you get BFPs!!!! ]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:19:01 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=855522&title=infertility-chit-chat#855522 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Sorry to hear you have all those...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=851813&title=infertility-chit-chat#851813 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 26 November 2009 at 7:24am

Sorry to hear you have all those people around you that are getting pregnant. Not nice when you want it so much and others around and falling like flies, so to speak. Everything is crossed for you with Feb and am trusting you have your great news then.
I'm doing better. Kris, my friend with cancer, is responding to the chemo so that has made a real difference to how we are all coping with it. We are progressing with our baby journey and hoping that it will be soon, as getting over the waiting. ]]> Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:24:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=851813&title=infertility-chit-chat#851813 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Well, just come home from having...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=851755&title=infertility-chit-chat#851755 Author: Rubyrock
Subject: 26750
Posted: 25 November 2009 at 10:42pm

Well, just come home from having dinner with some of my previous 'student' friends and one is pregnant due end March, 4 are preggers at work!
Why is everyone pregnant around me but not me

Oh well, roll on Feb for the next IUI so atleast there is something to aim for and be positive about.

On a brighter note, saw not one but two hedgehogs in the driveway, must be a couple cause they were so close
Thankfully off to the side so didnt have to take out the hedge to avoid them lol

Hope everyone else is doing ok? ]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:42:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=851755&title=infertility-chit-chat#851755 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Sounds like you are dealing with...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=847561&title=infertility-chit-chat#847561 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 22 November 2009 at 1:29pm

Sounds like you are dealing with it really well Rosiefarmer. Being positive makes a huge difference. It is a journey that has it's up and downs. Hopefully it will be your turn to make the big announcement soon and the people around you can celebrate with you instead of you always hearing theirs. ]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:29:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=847561&title=infertility-chit-chat#847561 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks Tal, We are feeling more...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=847140&title=infertility-chit-chat#847140 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 21 November 2009 at 7:33pm

Thanks Tal,
We are feeling more positive now, just feels never ending when nothing happening. And to boot it all off, someone we know has just told us she due to have a baby, they are all around.
Get real grumpy and down, but have to remember to stay positive and be happy. At the end of the day we have each other aye.]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:33:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=847140&title=infertility-chit-chat#847140 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Sorry to hear this Rosiefarmer....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=846823&title=infertility-chit-chat#846823 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 21 November 2009 at 12:17pm

Sorry to hear this Rosiefarmer. Never nice when you are so keen for something to happen and people who should be helping are being difficult and a hinderance. Glad that things are getting on track and I wish you all the best with tests, appointments, results and fingers crossed for the ultimate of getting pregnant. ]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:17:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=846823&title=infertility-chit-chat#846823 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi ladies, Its been a tough couple...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=845035&title=infertility-chit-chat#845035 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 November 2009 at 7:58pm

Hi ladies,
Its been a tough couple of weeks for me, finally got some answers from my fertility Dr, she want do anything for us while my husband is on the drugs he is on for his arthitis, was real devasting for me as he specialist said it was ok and we should concieve.
Have since seen his specialist, he is now off his drugs and Dr is writing fertility Dr letter telling her she got her 3 months she wanted, so at the moment I am once again waiting to hear from Fertility Dr. Will phone her next week.
What upsets me is that I have had unexplained infertility for years and Dr pretty much turned our problem round the husband, she wont even do a sperm count, not even so we could compare them. Makes me made.
So now I am waiting again, and feeling a wee bit better.
Hope everyone is well and staying positive.]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:58:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=845035&title=infertility-chit-chat#845035 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi, I posted here about a year...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=827114&title=infertility-chit-chat#827114 Author: Minnie001
Subject: 26750
Posted: 05 November 2009 at 1:09pm

Hi, I posted here about a year ago - but the timing wasn't right and we put things on hold. I'm only at the early stages - my partner's sperm count is low and I've just had the AMH test (I'm 37 years old - I have older kids from a previous relationship) and am currently trying to lose some weight before going back to see the doctor on 21 December - hopefully we'll start our first cycle early next year. So I haven't much to contribute, but felt bad lurking and reading your posts, without stopping to say "Hi and good luck!" ]]> Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:09:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=827114&title=infertility-chit-chat#827114 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Nicky - wow that could be very...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=826619&title=infertility-chit-chat#826619 Author: Bombshell
Subject: 26750
Posted: 04 November 2009 at 10:50pm

Nicky - wow that could be very good news ...keep us posted in here!!!

Well we had our appt today....looks like we headed for IUI in Jan or so - as long as my egg reserves test comes back ok....he wants me to lose 5-6 kg to give us a better chance...ugh!!! but DH is determined to help me out too.....his count came back good...not brillant but ok....so he was pleased with that!!! DOH! Looks like we will be doing the one on clomid etc so that should help! Fingers crossed....and at least I get to enjoy this summer well and truly I guess (trying to find positives!!!)]]> Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:50:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=826619&title=infertility-chit-chat#826619 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : So sorry to hear your news Tischler,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=825060&title=infertility-chit-chat#825060 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 03 November 2009 at 7:15pm

So sorry to hear your news Tischler, big hugs for you. But you are on the right track, getting fit and staying positive..
My Dr has finally go letter from my mans specialist, but I missed her phone call so have to ring her tomorrow, hoping I will finally find something out.
Take care]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:15:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=825060&title=infertility-chit-chat#825060 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Great attitude! I&#039;m thinking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824989&title=infertility-chit-chat#824989 Author: Ceres
Subject: 26750
Posted: 03 November 2009 at 6:19pm

Great attitude! I'm thinking similarly actually (about getting fit and healthy over summer), at least we can be in control of that .

FX you do get another public funded cycle next year.   It really is so unfair how hard it is to get funding here for IVF!]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:19:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824989&title=infertility-chit-chat#824989 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Victoria, looks like we&#039;ll...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824969&title=infertility-chit-chat#824969 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 03 November 2009 at 5:59pm

Hi Victoria, looks like we'll be away for my January cycle, so likely February. I guess I can concentrate on getting fit and healthy and enjoying a summer holiday. Gotta be positives doesn't there!!! Dam TTC business - why is it so hard for us lovely people????

We head back to the specialist on the 25th for a review, so hoping that we can still be bumped through the public funded list to get another IVF cycle next year too. So so so hoping that, since our results weren't as good this cycle. Obviously if #6 and/or #7 don't stick that is.

]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:59:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824969&title=infertility-chit-chat#824969 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : tischler , so so sorry to hear...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824961&title=infertility-chit-chat#824961 Author: Ceres
Subject: 26750
Posted: 03 November 2009 at 5:51pm

tischler , so so sorry to hear that. When will you be doing the FET next year? ]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:51:25 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824961&title=infertility-chit-chat#824961 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi guys just leaving a post to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824857&title=infertility-chit-chat#824857 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 03 November 2009 at 4:13pm

Hi guys just leaving a post to say it's not our time obviously as the embies didn't stick  we have 2 frozens that we can use next year. Am quite pleased to be having a break from this whole IVF thing, as it's really done my head in since May.

I hope things go really well for you all in your endeavours. I will pop in from time to time to catch up

]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:13:36 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=824857&title=infertility-chit-chat#824857 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi, Thats great Nickpicky, hope...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=823102&title=infertility-chit-chat#823102 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 02 November 2009 at 11:45am

Hi,
Thats great Nickpicky, hope things are going well for you.
I just got my day 21 BT progesterone was 36.7, thats the best I have had since May, been sitting in the 28 area, so feeling positive, but not getting my hope up as have had some serious pain.
Still waiting to hear from specialist am due to ring them tomorrow.
Just had to leave a post today as my levels are higher than normal.]]> Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:45:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=823102&title=infertility-chit-chat#823102 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks Victoria! I got my period...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=822226&title=infertility-chit-chat#822226 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 01 November 2009 at 12:53pm

Thanks Victoria! I got my period on Thursday evening, which is perfect. The acupuncture was not too bad so that was nice. Just need to get those few things tweaked again and then hopefully one of these days it will be our exciting moment. Would be nice to end this year on a good note.
Seems heaps is going on for you too Victoria. Have all things crossed for you and hoping you will have your time soon. ]]> Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:53:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=822226&title=infertility-chit-chat#822226 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Sorry to hear you&#039;ve been...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=821973&title=infertility-chit-chat#821973 Author: Ceres
Subject: 26750
Posted: 31 October 2009 at 10:51pm

Sorry to hear you've been having such a hard time of it tal , has AF arrived yet? If not maybe it's worth doing a HPT, just in case?

Nicky how exciting about your IUI. Four mature follicles! Wow! If you do end up UTD that will be an interesting first scan . ]]> Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:51:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=821973&title=infertility-chit-chat#821973 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Everyone, I&#039;ve been lurking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=821650&title=infertility-chit-chat#821650 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 31 October 2009 at 4:01pm

Hi Everyone,

I've been lurking and reading. We had IUI last Sunday after 5 days of clomid. I ended up with 8 eggs, 4 of which were mature. They actually tried to talk us out of going ahead!! DPs sperm count after washing was 9.9 million which was more than I expected actually (we have motility and morphology issues). Before ov I had quite sore crampy ovaries which FS said was because I had so many follicles in there. Since the IUI I've had the same crampy, stretchy wierd feelings in my lower abdomen.

The thing is that I do normally get these feelings but to a lesser extent and last night (while googling early preg symptoms!! obsessing!!) I came across info about the corpus luteum which is what happens to the follicle after the egg is released. If I've been having this ovulation type cramping in the whole luteal phase normally, then it would make sense that it would be worse this time with having released 4 mature eggs.

Apart from that I have no symptoms except no breast soreness (normally they get soooo sore). Not feeling very positive but its still early days I guess. This is the longest 2ww ever!! Only 6dpIUI.

Nicky]]> Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:01:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=821650&title=infertility-chit-chat#821650 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Well my period should have come...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=819435&title=infertility-chit-chat#819435 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 29 October 2009 at 8:09am

Well my period should have come on Monday and still no sign of it. I know I can't be pregnant as I was too sad about my friend to bother trying this month. So seems there is simply a glitch in this cycle and we need to tweak some things again. Few steps forward and some back, oh well. Still feel positive about it all though.
I am heading off to my acupuncture appointment in an hour and am feeling a bit nervous about it. The one time I was feeling emotional it hurt like crazy, the day after the cancer diagnosis of my friend. Last night my friend went into emergency as chemo is not going so well. Feeling a bit emotional after all that so I am guessing the needles will hurt today.
Hope things are going well for all of you. All the best oxo]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:09:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=819435&title=infertility-chit-chat#819435 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : you know when hubby really supports...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=818585&title=infertility-chit-chat#818585 Author: Bombshell
Subject: 26750
Posted: 28 October 2009 at 11:41am

you know when hubby really supports the whole ttc thing when he phones the clinic and makes his own appt to get those spermies tested! DH proudly told me he made his appt! phew!!! and now headding to the appt in a week or so for us both.....

he did not like the conversation I had with him about him being away and 2-3 days of no BDing meant we had to do it last night (LOL! not a good idea to bring it up when he is half asleep and its 11pm!) - so then i asked how he would make sure his spermies would be "fresh" - he was so appalled he put his head under pillow and told me to go to sleep!

man the conversations us ttc and Ivf girlies have to have with the boys! LOL!!!!

had to make light of the whole thing or ithe no baby yet thing would get to me! LOL!

how are all you gals doing???]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:41:25 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=818585&title=infertility-chit-chat#818585 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi, i&#039;m new to forums, but...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=818505&title=infertility-chit-chat#818505 Author: Smooch
Subject: 26750
Posted: 28 October 2009 at 10:32am

Hi, i'm new to forums, but hope you don't mind me hanging out in here occasionally. I so wish I had known about this site when we were going through our ICSI cycles. I wasn't coping with the whole infertility thing very well and was so jealous of anybody that had a baby (seeing preg people on the street used to make me cry) that i wouldn't look at baby websites. How dumb is that?

Lexy333 - my DH did the sperm extraction op too (which didn't work either). It was so depressing at the time as he was in a lot of pain and really bumed out no swimmers were found. We were having counselling about going down the donor path (DH hated the idea), but decided to have 1 more go at ICSI. The problem was sometimes his samples had zip and sometimes they had a couple of swimmers. Our previous ICSI no swimmers turned up on the day of EC and we had to use frozen ones, but they didn't do that great and no eggs fertilised which was a real blow! This time we got 10 eggs (way more than prev tries) and after DH's marathon 4 sample effort they found a couple of swimmers. 3 eggs fertilised and we put 2 embies back and 1 stuck (still doesn't quite feel real)
Good luck with the DI - your DH is very brave to go with it. (Have you come across that book building a family with DI?)

To everybody else - good luck with getting preg by whatever method. It's so nice to read about other people going thru the same things and to know now that I actually wasn't alone all that time!]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:32:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=818505&title=infertility-chit-chat#818505 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Glad to hear you are no longer...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=807656&title=infertility-chit-chat#807656 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 15 October 2009 at 6:53pm

Glad to hear you are no longer with the horrid place Bombshell. Exciting that you already have an appointment lined up so quickly. Hope it all goes really well, that you get answers and can move forward to having a baby. ]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:53:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=807656&title=infertility-chit-chat#807656 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Fantastic bombshell - good luck...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=807548&title=infertility-chit-chat#807548 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 15 October 2009 at 5:21pm

Fantastic bombshell - good luck with the new place, and hope you get all the answers you want!]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:21:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=807548&title=infertility-chit-chat#807548 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : hi all - well update....we cancelled...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=807475&title=infertility-chit-chat#807475 Author: Bombshell
Subject: 26750
Posted: 15 October 2009 at 4:36pm

hi all - well update....we cancelled our appt with the horrid place and specialist referred us to the better one (we hope!!!) and we have appt in 3-4 weeks already!!! WOW!.....fingers crossed.

We decided not to do any of the tests for the horrid place....so lost $35 in proces(pre paid one test) but oh well.....and when i cancelled they never even asked for feedback or if i wanted to reschedule or anything...hopeless all round!

will hopefully have better luck from the next appt....]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:36:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=807475&title=infertility-chit-chat#807475 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi ladies, I am doing Ok, Tschler,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=805617&title=infertility-chit-chat#805617 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 14 October 2009 at 10:12am

Hi ladies,
I am doing Ok, Tschler, still waiting, was supposed to hear something yesterday, but once again they didnt get back to me.

I have been hovering over and watching second IVF treatment, Have got my fingers crossed for you.

My patience is running thin, was sort of hoping this month would be a good month to get pregnant naturally, was hoping anyway, then I would of had the baby a month before the cows start calving LOL, didnt happen, so I am not going to stress myself out for the next couple of months, but will still have fun trying....

Edited by rosiefarmer]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:12:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=805617&title=infertility-chit-chat#805617 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Well ladies it&#039;s been awhile...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=805421&title=infertility-chit-chat#805421 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 14 October 2009 at 6:42am

Well ladies it's been awhile since I have been on here. Looks like things are moving along for some of you which is great.

Tischler - all the best with this second round of IVF, i really hope it all falls into place and you

Rosiefarmer - hopefully you get an appointment soon and the ball can get rolling for you on this

Henna&Lexy - welcome, sorry to hear your stories and i trust that being on this helps you feel supported and be able to vent, all the best with the rest of your journey and i trust it's not long from here

Well all was going really well for me, with all on track and looking positive for getting pregnant. But a week ago right when I had just started my fertile time we had news that rocked us so deep and on my appointment on Thursday found my body had just stopped in it's track and had gone all out of kilter and it's back to getting things right again. They said this was normal under the circumstance. I have told them that for this month and next month I just want to carry on as I am and not focus too much on the baby thing as I really need to be there for my friend. She is my closest friend and it breaks my heart that she is going through this - her husband was diagnosed with cancer of the bowel and liver on Tuesday last week. Just thought I would drop in so you did not think I had vanished. All the best.


]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:42:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=805421&title=infertility-chit-chat#805421 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Henna79 & Lexy333, nice to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=803679&title=infertility-chit-chat#803679 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 12 October 2009 at 4:06pm

Hi Henna79 & Lexy333, nice to hear from you!

Totally understand the seeing 'unwanted' kids and the waiting game, the things we have to go through for a family yet for some it is just like a fish in water.

Just wanted to say hi to you and all the others.

I'm well into my 2nd IVF round, with things going slowly (usual for me) once again with the 'threat' of abandoning over my head (but hoping not cos we have no more $ to try again after this).

But Fx'd slow progress is okay and we get there in the end!

Do KUP everyone - Rosiefarmer, how you going?]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:06:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=803679&title=infertility-chit-chat#803679 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi! Am new to this site, one...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=802878&title=infertility-chit-chat#802878 Author: Lexy333
Subject: 26750
Posted: 11 October 2009 at 7:19pm

Hi!

Am new to this site, one of my reps suggested this site to me so I thought I would give it a go.
Hope you don't mind me joining in

My story is quite similar to Rubyrock's....
I'm 26 DH 33, have been trying for a year now, which isn't that long compared to others. Decided to get tests done early as I am pedantic and impatient hahaha, mine were fine but hubby's count was zero . Long story short, found out he has Klinefelters Syndrome, tried the surgical sperm extraction-both testes had nothing . We asked his best mate in Aussie to be our sperm donor, he said yes, we flew him over, he donated and now we wait some more lol. The sperm is quarantined for 3 months before we start the DI. Will be able to use it from my birthday onwards(great pressie haha), judging by my cycles we should start our first round around the second week of January '10.

So, that's me ]]> Sun, 11 Oct 2009 19:19:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=802878&title=infertility-chit-chat#802878 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi guys how is everybody doing?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=802699&title=infertility-chit-chat#802699 Author: Henna79
Subject: 26750
Posted: 11 October 2009 at 3:22pm

Hi guys how is everybody doing? Its been a while since I stopped in as I so don't want to let the thought of not having a no 2 take over (although I so ain't doing a very good job of that ) I had a bad week last week where I just was so totally miserable as at the mo I have it in my face way to much that people who don't actually want kids just click their fingers and get one (well maybe not that easy but hey). It is so getting me down again    ]]> Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:22:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=802699&title=infertility-chit-chat#802699 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : No, don&#039;t love it at all...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791947&title=infertility-chit-chat#791947 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 6:46pm

No, don't love it at all - waiting sux! Hang in there though, we've all got to look at the bigger picture and look forward to the babe in arms]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:46:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791947&title=infertility-chit-chat#791947 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Oh yeah, have to ring her back...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791900&title=infertility-chit-chat#791900 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 6:19pm

Oh yeah, have to ring her back in 2 weeks, waiting waiting waiting. Dont you just love it.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:19:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791900&title=infertility-chit-chat#791900 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks ladies, Well once again...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791892&title=infertility-chit-chat#791892 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 6:12pm

Thanks ladies,
Well once again I hung around all day, at 2.30 it go the better of me, and I phoned, Dr said she had nothing further to tell me as mans specialist hadnt got back to her re his arthritis medication, our problem is he takes salazopyrin for psoriatic arthritis, Fert Dr says its not good for his swimmers, so he needs to come off it for probably 3 months, but due to his/our heavy work load he cant come off it unless they can give him something else. Salazopyrin is one of the only drugs that you can stop taking and swimmers increase in mobility etc. His medication and my so called unexplained infertility doesnt help our cause...I just want to start new process rather than clomid, dont like what it did to me last time i was taking it, got up to 100mg each cycle, probably did about 6 months...
We decided to try public as I needed to lose weight so the 6 month public waiting list was good for me at the time, now i lost weight and it feels like they cant speed there side of the process up.
How hard is it to chase up another specialist....]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:12:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791892&title=infertility-chit-chat#791892 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Rosiefarmer, I hear you, the whole...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791847&title=infertility-chit-chat#791847 Author: Rubyrock
Subject: 26750
Posted: 30 September 2009 at 5:34pm

Rosiefarmer,
I hear you, the whole public system is very uncaring and unfortunately we are stuck with it unless you pay megabucks for private care.

When I had my scan on Wed last week the doctor said to me " just need to check that everything is fine as sperm are expensive" WTF??
As if going through this whole process isnt bad enough you get some doc making you feel heaps worse - nice - felt really special after that

Anyway all the best for tomorrow

Edited by Rubyrock]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:34:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=791847&title=infertility-chit-chat#791847 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Rosiefarmer that&#039;s terrible....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=790770&title=infertility-chit-chat#790770 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 29 September 2009 at 8:30pm

Rosiefarmer that's terrible. I don't know if they realise that our whole lives are revolving around their opinions but that our life actually has to continue on (i.e. work) and that some work is not the good old 'office' hours like theirs!!!!

Hope you didn't take it out on the cows too much

Look forward to hearing their plan for you when you do talk to them tomorrow!!!!!]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:30:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=790770&title=infertility-chit-chat#790770 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi. Nickypicky I would pack your...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=790672&title=infertility-chit-chat#790672 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 29 September 2009 at 7:18pm

Hi.

Nickypicky I would pack your man up and take him with you in the weekend. Great news about the IUI.

I was waiting for a phonecall from the specialist, rang them this AM, Said she would ring me back soon, hung around all day (lucky it was raining). 3pm came so I rang back, said would ring me soon, I said I got to go milk wont be back till 6pm, she said thats a long time, I nearly lost it, does she expect cows to milk themselves and calves to feed themselves. So friggin frustating, Public health sucks. (She did ring me back at 3.40, dah I wasnt home).

I have got my man taking menivate, he doesnt like taking/swallowing pills LOL I said come on huney do it for us. LOL,

See what tomorrow brings..]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:18:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=790672&title=infertility-chit-chat#790672 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi everyone, Weve decided to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=789161&title=infertility-chit-chat#789161 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 28 September 2009 at 6:41pm

Hi everyone,

Weve decided to try a cycle of IUI but have to wait till next cycle, so this cycle we'll just be BDing full on like normal :) only thing is I think I'm going to be oving next weekend and I have to go away for work. Hopefully we catch if for Friday. Good luck for tomorrow Rosiefarmer, I'm guessing its your specialist appointment?]]> Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:41:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=789161&title=infertility-chit-chat#789161 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hang in there till Tuesday rosiefarmer. I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=787234&title=infertility-chit-chat#787234 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 26 September 2009 at 3:17pm

Hang in there till Tuesday rosiefarmer.

I know what you mean about the weight ... there are LOTS of very overweight people around who get pregnant so it can be done! My specialist said that losing a bit could help with egg production, but will have no effect on 'stickability' - so that's okay. I'm about to start walking as much as I can and will endeavour to cut down on bad foods.

Whittakers Dark Ghana Chocolate though, is still on the agenda .... only need a couple of pieces for my chocolate fix! ]]> Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:17:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=787234&title=infertility-chit-chat#787234 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks ladies...tischler - weight...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=786737&title=infertility-chit-chat#786737 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 25 September 2009 at 8:03pm

Thanks ladies...tischler - weight watchers, taken me 6 months, got myself in a real slump...needed to do something about it, and knew I was the only person that could help myself. Cut out all my unhealthy food, and started walking heaps, but with weightwatchers I still treat myself with chocolate, just have to add the points on.
The weight thing really pisses me off though, they blame it for infertility but I know a couple of people that are overweight and get pregnant when they say they might have another baby, or even a one night stand.
Waiting for Tuesday, hopefully will know a bit more then.

Edited by rosiefarmer]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:03:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=786737&title=infertility-chit-chat#786737 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi guys, Just thought I&#039;d...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=786436&title=infertility-chit-chat#786436 Author: Rubyrock
Subject: 26750
Posted: 25 September 2009 at 3:29pm

Hi guys,
Just thought I'd pop in to say that after another BT yesterday it appears that my LH levels were right and was all on for DI at 10.30 this morning.
So anyway, all done, and I must say not the most comfortable proceedure, but went well.
Just have to wait now....... FX it works

My friend has PCOS and managed to conceive after dropping weight and doing the clomid thing.
I guess because its just such a long drawn out process, the constant tests and analysing every symptom, it does get disheartening.
It is good to have these forums to chat about stuff that most other people have no idea about nor do they understand.
]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:29:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=786436&title=infertility-chit-chat#786436 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Nicky - good luck with the mulling...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=785964&title=infertility-chit-chat#785964 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 25 September 2009 at 10:11am

Nicky - good luck with the mulling and decision making. It's never easy but it's about what is the best option for you guys as a couple. Don't feel bad about money being a factor, as it does play a big part in it all. If you go with IUI I trust that it goes well and works out for the best.
Rosiefarmer - welcome! As others have said try not to freak out and wait to see how your appointment goes. You have positive things going for you so hopefully it all goes well. Good work on losing the weight - I have recently lost 14kgs and was told that losing weight really boosts the chances - as much as 50%.
Tischler - I can understand that the stress of this baby journey means food, as that was the same for me part way through our journey. The only way I lost the weight was by going to this natural fertility clinic and following what she said about food and stuff. She said to cut out junk food, ease up on carbs for the first month, monitor portion sizes and snack on good things. We were not very overweight to start with but both lost 9kg in our first month and have got down to a very healthy range.
Well my second acupuncture appointment went really well yesterday and they have looked over things and say we are closer than they thought and should be feeling very positive. See how the next month goes and we may be able to start trying again.]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:11:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=785964&title=infertility-chit-chat#785964 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Wow rosiefarmer - 20kg weight...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=785435&title=infertility-chit-chat#785435 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 24 September 2009 at 7:26pm

Wow rosiefarmer - 20kg weight loss if fantastic - any tips??

Somehow I know I need to lose some weight, but the whole baby thing is not enough motivation (weirdly) .......... probably cos I know how stressful it is and stress = food for me!

Isn't the waiting game a nightmare

Good luck!]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:26:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=785435&title=infertility-chit-chat#785435 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks tischler, they say I had...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784900&title=infertility-chit-chat#784900 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 24 September 2009 at 1:06pm

Thanks tischler, they say I had PCOS and endometriosis, I had 2 operations last year and they said neither were affecting me then, but I did have fibriod in my uterus which they removed, Fertility Dr said that may cause problems might need a C-section when I get pregnant, said I could live with that. The fibriod is the reason I stopped clomid, fibriod grew to 50mm in a short time while I was taking it. Took me 6 weeks to recover from that op. Rearing to go now, lost 20kgs, and trying to stay positive...some days that isnt easy..
Just feels like a big waiting game. ]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:06:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784900&title=infertility-chit-chat#784900 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks for your advice guys, yeah...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784321&title=infertility-chit-chat#784321 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 8:13pm

Thanks for your advice guys, yeah I'm initially thinking I'd like to try a cycle of IUI. It'l cost us $1400 but might save us $8500 if it works! Still mulling it over though.]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:13:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784321&title=infertility-chit-chat#784321 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Nicky, it&#039;s so reasonable...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784280&title=infertility-chit-chat#784280 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 7:44pm

Hi Nicky, it's so reasonable that you're thinking about the cost! Gosh don't we so know about all that. I don't know much about IUI either, but looking at the costs I'd try IUI first, and then if that doesn't work then do around of IVF.

Rosiefarmer, I wouldn't worry about high testosterone, mine is too (PCOS) and I've been through IVF/ICSI and about to try again. Your FSH is great. Welcome to the world of forums too - it's a great way to get lots of info and support ]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:44:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784280&title=infertility-chit-chat#784280 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thats great Nicky, good high levels....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784239&title=infertility-chit-chat#784239 Author: rosiefarmer
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 7:15pm

Thats great Nicky, good high levels. Big decision to make, I would try the IUI, and been as positive as we both have been trying to be, 1st time and all.

As I am very new to forums, I am finding things very interesting, and its wonderful that there are people out there going through the same as me. I have spent the last 18months on clomid, (2 operations later) been off it for 6 months now, been waiting for appointment to see fertility specialist. Had FSH test the other day came back 7.4, have been told that is in the normal range, but my testergone levels are above normal. Am stressing about that now, dont talk to fertility dr till Tuesday.

This is my 2nd time on Clomid 1st time was about 12 years ago, didnt work then. Guess I just need to wait and see what Dr says next week. ]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:15:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784239&title=infertility-chit-chat#784239 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Don&#039;t feel and about considering...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784150&title=infertility-chit-chat#784150 Author: Hopes
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 5:47pm

Don't feel and about considering the cost, it's a huge factor! I'm sure none of us have a spare $10,000 floating around that we wouldn't notice losing.

I haven't had IUI, so can't help further sorry, but wish you all the best.]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:47:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784150&title=infertility-chit-chat#784150 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Okay, we have decisions to make....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784045&title=infertility-chit-chat#784045 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 4:29pm

Okay, we have decisions to make. My FSH (I think) is 10. DPs sperm wash ( they wash away all the 'bad' swimmers leaving only the good ones, the trial is to tell whether there are enough left to try IUI) came back as ok I guess because the nurse I spoke to on the phone said that our FS says we could try that if we wanted. But, the chances of it working are 14% as opposed to 45% for IVF. But, $1,400 (incl a test to see if my tubes are clear) compared to $10,000 or more. Sorry if people think its crass that I'm considering the cost factor but its such a huge factor for us. I'm 37 and don't want to wait a year or more to get public funding as that would mean I'd be having the baby at age 39-40 all going well, which makes the chances of having another pretty slim. I realise this is something DP and I need to decide but I'd love to hear from people who've had IUI.]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:29:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=784045&title=infertility-chit-chat#784045 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Good luck with the test and scan...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783506&title=infertility-chit-chat#783506 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 9:08am

Good luck with the test and scan today Ruby, hoping it all goes well and gets you that much closer to your dream. I can totally understand your decision - you have to sometimes step back and look at the big picture when making decisions. We have done that many times on this journey and made decisions that I am sure some people would struggle to understand. But at the end of the day it's your life and you have to be happy with every aspect and make decisions based on what works best for you, not others.]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:08:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783506&title=infertility-chit-chat#783506 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Tal, Yes they wanted to do...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783402&title=infertility-chit-chat#783402 Author: Rubyrock
Subject: 26750
Posted: 23 September 2009 at 6:50am

Hi Tal,
Yes they wanted to do a TESA/PESA or whatever its called on my lovely man but due to his Klinefelter thing if they messed with the testes he more than likely would have to be on testosterone injections for the rest of his life in exchange for a maybe 5% chance of extracting sperm.
To us it just didnt seem right to mess with his longterm health for a small small very small chance of retrieval.

I'm off today for another blood test and a scan at Fert+ - gosh its getting closer
]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:50:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783402&title=infertility-chit-chat#783402 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Nickypicky, yeah I&#039;d chase...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783148&title=infertility-chit-chat#783148 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 22 September 2009 at 7:58pm

Hi Nickypicky, yeah I'd chase them up, I usually do cos I want things to hurry up and get on!! They are generally really good at getting back to you though.

What's the trial sperm wash about? That sounds interesting.

Let me know when you're starting. I'm going to start another IVF cycle when my next cycle starts .... approx 2 weeks - come on AF!!]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:58:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783148&title=infertility-chit-chat#783148 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Tischler, Well, had the blood...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783132&title=infertility-chit-chat#783132 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 22 September 2009 at 7:49pm

Hi Tischler,

Well, had the blood test yesterday and am waiting to hear from Repromed Chch, yep thats who were with. Do you think I should call them or will they call me to make an appoint? Were also waiting to hear about DPs trial sperm wash. Oh and yes I think I had both the AMH and FSH tests. Scary.
Cool about Buttersmum in the 2ww thread (I was lurking too), its nice to live vicariously through other peoples joy and gives you hope that it will happen to us one day!!]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:49:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783132&title=infertility-chit-chat#783132 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi guys, just lurking and thought...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783094&title=infertility-chit-chat#783094 Author: tischler
Subject: 26750
Posted: 22 September 2009 at 7:30pm

Hi guys, just lurking and thought I'd chip in - hope you don't mind.

Rubyrock - my DH has no sperm at all (failed vasectomy reversal) but they managed to do a PESA during our IVF attempt which basically uses a needle to extract sperm straight from the testes. Worked well for us (although if it's something you can do don't tell your DH how much my DH complained bitterly about the pain!). But maybe that'd be a way for you to have a baby with both your gene pools?

We haven't gone down the natural track, have been through an IVF cycle and are about to start another. I imagine Menevit would be irrelevant for my DH with the no sperm, and I'm keeping healthy. However I've just realised I was on a nasal spray (steriod base) when going through my frozen transfer and it may have had an effect on the fact that I got a BFN - I'm about to ring Repromed to find out - I'd be soo frustrated as I didn't even think to tell them I was taking it as it's par for the course for me in the spring - grrrrrr.

Interesting about the builder and the arsenic - you certainly made me LOL Rubyrock, poisoning your DH would be counterproductive so I'm sure it's not something you'd be doing

Nickypicky - how'd your bloods come up? Did you have an AMH (egg timer) as well as FSH? Are you with Repromed in ChCh?

Sorry about the 'book' - I'll go now!!]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:30:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=783094&title=infertility-chit-chat#783094 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Ruby I was not expecting that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=782446&title=infertility-chit-chat#782446 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 22 September 2009 at 9:33am

Ruby I was not expecting that response, that is a big hurdle for you to both come to terms with. I hope that all your tests go well and whatever road you choose to go down all works out for the best.
Nicky, you may want to get your man to do a metal test and possibly a detox, but the fertility place will guide you on it. I am not sure how that is related to the low motility etc as my man has no issues there, it's all on me with the endo. But certainly something to look at. ]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:33:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=782446&title=infertility-chit-chat#782446 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hey, thats interesting, my DP...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=782081&title=infertility-chit-chat#782081 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 21 September 2009 at 8:38pm

Hey, thats interesting, my DP is a builder, we have low motility, low mprphology.....]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:38:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=782081&title=infertility-chit-chat#782081 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Tal, Nope my DP has nothing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=782002&title=infertility-chit-chat#782002 Author: Rubyrock
Subject: 26750
Posted: 21 September 2009 at 7:51pm

Hi Tal,

Nope my DP has nothing to do with building - quite weird to try and pin the arsenic down tho
Klinefelter syndrome is when you have an extra chromasome, so he is an XXY which makes him infertile.
DI = Donor insemination as his stuff is no good

As for labtests, dont know what I was worried about - piece of cake! They didnt treat me like a pin cushion and only had a 15min wait due to it being the only one open in Akld on Sundays.
Have to have another BT tomorry and will hear back from Fert + in the afternoon as to what happens next.
Exciting yet scarey at the same time ]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:51:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=782002&title=infertility-chit-chat#782002 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hey Ruby Great you went to see...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780895&title=infertility-chit-chat#780895 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 20 September 2009 at 6:52pm

Hey Ruby

Great you went to see Loula, we have been seeing her since Feb, she is one of the loveliest ladies ever and as you say explains things so well. Is your DP by chance a builder as that tends to explain arsenic from the timber they handle all day which is now treated. My man had to do two months of detox to sort all that out as he is a builder.
Not sure what Klenfelter or DI is, excuse my ignorance. But hope that the labtest experience goes ok for you and the journey ahead with this baby stuff is a good journey with positive outcomes for you.
By the way a big welcome to you :-)]]> Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:52:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780895&title=infertility-chit-chat#780895 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Morning, We went to see Loula...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780380&title=infertility-chit-chat#780380 Author: Rubyrock
Subject: 26750
Posted: 20 September 2009 at 7:08am

Morning,
We went to see Loula at Motherwell, she is so lovely. Helped explain alot of things that Fert + never bothered to take the time to do.
Tested both of us for heavy metals by doing a pee test. DP had to have a hair test that we sent his lovely locks off to Aussie for testing. Apparently lots of arsenic was found???
Weird, no way am I poisoning him lol!!!

Anyway more test at Fert + found Klenfelter syndrome in DP so zero spermies which means DI for us.
Off to have my first BT for LH today at Labtests in Mt Well, bit apprehensive cause of all the bad rap they've been getting. Will go with an open mind by by crikey if they miss on the first go I will be spewing lol]]> Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:08:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780380&title=infertility-chit-chat#780380 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi, No hes not on menevit, we&#039;ve...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780209&title=infertility-chit-chat#780209 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 September 2009 at 7:09pm

Hi, No hes not on menevit, we've kind of only just found out and hes having trouble getting his head around it all. He doesnt have a problem with the whole 'my swimmers dont work' thing as he says its totally out of his control which is true. He just doesnt understand all the medical details and so thinks that if we just keep trying it'l happen when it happens. So I havnt brought up the subject of him taking menevit yet.
I might go and see them at the Natural Fertility clinic and talk to them about what they can do. Although to be honest I'm pretty impatient and just want to start IVF as soon as poss. The results of my Tuesday test will tell me really how impatient I need to be I guess.]]> Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:09:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780209&title=infertility-chit-chat#780209 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Nicky, they do help with all kinds...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780168&title=infertility-chit-chat#780168 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 September 2009 at 5:51pm

Nicky, they do help with all kinds of male issues. I know a couple who had twins after going there where the male had many severe issues and doing this natural thing turned it around and made it work. You can see on their website what they can help with and testimonials that may help you decide what to do. If you are uncertain you can always phone or e-mail them your concerns and see what they respond.   ]]> Sat, 19 Sep 2009 17:51:30 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780168&title=infertility-chit-chat#780168 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Nicky, is your DH on menevit?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780051&title=infertility-chit-chat#780051 Author: Ceres
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 September 2009 at 2:57pm

Hi Nicky, is your DH on menevit? It's meant to help with both of those problems. Worth a try, in any case :).]]> Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:57:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780051&title=infertility-chit-chat#780051 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Actually yes I had just read about...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780041&title=infertility-chit-chat#780041 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 September 2009 at 2:38pm

Actually yes I had just read about a Christchurch clinic of natural fertility, but to be honest, our prob is low sperm motility and morphology, so not sure if theyd be able to help much do you think? So far the docs havnt said theres anything I need to work on myself although will be having my CD2-3 tests on Tue for FSH and 'how many eggs Iv'e got left or whatever it is' test. So maybe something will show up then?]]> Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:38:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=780041&title=infertility-chit-chat#780041 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Nicky, you are in luck. They...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=779956&title=infertility-chit-chat#779956 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 September 2009 at 11:37am

Nicky, you are in luck. They also have a clinic in Christchurch and I have heard from Loula that the lady down there is really good too.
Check out these three website to give you info that might help -
www.naturalfertility-womenshealth.co.nz
www.mother-well.co.nz
www.acudoc.co.nz
As I have said before any questions feel free to ask. Any help we can get from others in this journey helps. Good luck with it all.]]> Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:37:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=779956&title=infertility-chit-chat#779956 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Yeah, thanks for that Tal, Im...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=779768&title=infertility-chit-chat#779768 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 19 September 2009 at 7:48am

Yeah, thanks for that Tal, Im in Chch, will have to check out whether theres something like that here.]]> Sat, 19 Sep 2009 07:48:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=779768&title=infertility-chit-chat#779768 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Ooooh, I&#039;m in Auckland too....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=778416&title=infertility-chit-chat#778416 Author: mum2jayden
Subject: 26750
Posted: 17 September 2009 at 7:52pm

Ooooh, I'm in Auckland too. Think I'm gonna check that one out too. Thanks! ]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:52:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=778416&title=infertility-chit-chat#778416 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hey Nicky - I live in Auckland....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=778292&title=infertility-chit-chat#778292 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 17 September 2009 at 5:46pm

Hey Nicky - I live in Auckland. The clinic is in Mt Eden. You can check it out on the web if you want, go to Mother Well on google, click on Loula and go through to her website. Both websites are great and you can learn a lot from it. On there is also the acupuncture lady Lisa so you could check out what her website says too. It is a great option if you are prepared to go natural and happy to pay instead of the funding from govt for ivf etc. Any questions feel free to ask.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:46:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=778292&title=infertility-chit-chat#778292 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Tal, Thats so interesting...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777793&title=infertility-chit-chat#777793 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 17 September 2009 at 10:37am

Hi Tal,

Thats so interesting about the Natural Fertility clinic, what area are you in?]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:37:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777793&title=infertility-chit-chat#777793 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hey Nicky - I had the worst type...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777573&title=infertility-chit-chat#777573 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 17 September 2009 at 7:00am

Hey Nicky - I had the worst type of endometriosis you could have and had surgery two years ago. I was told I had a 2% chance of pregnancy and IVF was my only option. I have had four miscarriages. I am now going to a natural fertility clinic as I did not want to do IVF and she is managing to get my endo under control, change my cycle and sort things out with vitamins, herbs and Chinese medicine. The acupuncture is to get the stagnant blood flowing around my ovaries so I can hold a pregnancy. It would seem the endo has caused a lot of scaring, blood issues and chemical imbalances but they are sorting it out and I am hopeful for a precious baby. Hope that answers your questions, if not feel free to ask more.
Mum2Jayden - sorry to hear you are once again on the emotional roller coaster of TTC. I hope that things happen quickly for you. A good womens multi and fish oils would be great to go with your folic as it just helps prepare the body. There are some great ones out there at the health shops, I get mine from the fertility clinic.
Victoria - thanks it was a great time away and feels good to get home and start this next part of the journey.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:00:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777573&title=infertility-chit-chat#777573 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Thanks, Victoria. Need to get...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777544&title=infertility-chit-chat#777544 Author: mum2jayden
Subject: 26750
Posted: 16 September 2009 at 10:31pm

Thanks, Victoria. Need to get more folic but haven't really been taking anything else, so need to go stock up. Would be so nice if it was all just in one bottle, wouldn't it? Heh heh. Oh well.]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:31:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777544&title=infertility-chit-chat#777544 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi mum2jayden, FX things go a...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777476&title=infertility-chit-chat#777476 Author: Ceres
Subject: 26750
Posted: 16 September 2009 at 9:19pm

Hi mum2jayden, FX things go a little better for you this time, and it doesn't take long for you to get UTD. Sorry to hear you're getting stressed out with it, but I think probably everyone here can totally understand how you're feeling, so feel free to rant!

I'm taking folic, a b complex, evening primrose oil (until ov, if it happens) and then omega 3 following, and a good multi. I think Elevit is the female alternative to Menevit though?

Welcome back from your holiday tal! I'm pleased you had a good time . FX the acupuncture yields some quick results for you.

And welcome Nickypicky! In the nicest possible way, I hope your stay isn't too long and that IUI turns out to be feasible / and works for you quickly rather than having to go the IVF route . ]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:19:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777476&title=infertility-chit-chat#777476 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Heya ladies I hope you don&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777398&title=infertility-chit-chat#777398 Author: mum2jayden
Subject: 26750
Posted: 16 September 2009 at 8:16pm

Heya ladies
I hope you don't mind if I join you too?
We have a 2 and a half year old daughter. Went through fertility, etc and ended up getting preg on our own once we went on a break (like so many other couples). We are now trying for no 2 and I'm kicking myself for waiting so long. Grrrrrr! But we had a lot going on and TTC wasn't really an option before. I'm trying not to get all uptight about TTC but as the months go by, all those old stressed out, depressed feelings keep popping back into my head!
Are any of you on vits to prepare you for preg? I've been researching and can't seem to find one for females (like Menevit for the males).
TIA]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:16:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777398&title=infertility-chit-chat#777398 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Tal, Thanks for the welcome,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777189&title=infertility-chit-chat#777189 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 16 September 2009 at 5:26pm

Hi Tal,

Thanks for the welcome, I hear people having acupunture quite a bit, whats this for?   
At least if she says there are some issues you are on the way to fixing them??? What issues?
Nicky]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:26:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=777189&title=infertility-chit-chat#777189 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi to you all, we are back from...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=776690&title=infertility-chit-chat#776690 Author: anon12345
Subject: 26750
Posted: 16 September 2009 at 10:32am

Hi to you all, we are back from our holiday and I have just been reading through all the updates. Angie I am so sorry to hear of your separation and there are no words I can say that would help, but know we all care and are always here. Brixey I really feel for you and hope that there can be progress for you guys with the whole IVF route. Welcome Nicky, you have come to the right place to rant and get support. I can understand how you are feeling so ripped off but I hope that things turn around for you and all falls into place.
Well we had a great time away and it was just what we needed. Thankfully the fun of being away made me not even struggle with turning 30 and not having a baby or being pregnant - as it has been a dream for so long and I never thought I would be on this five year journey. Got home and have had my first acupuncture appointment and thankfully it was not as painful or bad as I had expected. The bad thing is that she said there are some major issues and it will take awhile to sort out. Not really what I wanted but will see how we go with it all.]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:32:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=776690&title=infertility-chit-chat#776690 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Oh well good to know it would...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775345&title=infertility-chit-chat#775345 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 15 September 2009 at 8:24am

Oh well good to know it would be the same there, I've just moved to Chch 3 months ago and had a niggling thought that I might have been in a better situation had I stayed in the Waikato. ]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:24:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775345&title=infertility-chit-chat#775345 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hey Nicky Don&#039;t worry, we...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775271&title=infertility-chit-chat#775271 Author: Hopes
Subject: 26750
Posted: 15 September 2009 at 6:19am

Hey Nicky

Don't worry, we all know all about those emotions. Life just isn't fair, and wishing that it was is a fairly natural reaction! You'll find lots of support from people who know exactly what you're going through here.

From what I understand, once you're ont he waiting list in Hamilton, the wait for IVF is about a year. That information is from this June (when we had our first FA appointment) though, and could be a wee bit out of date. ]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:19:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775271&title=infertility-chit-chat#775271 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Me again, sorry I sound very grumpy,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775229&title=infertility-chit-chat#775229 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 14 September 2009 at 10:07pm

Me again, sorry I sound very grumpy, still dealing with the emotions of infertility I guess. Were lucky really that we have this option because 50 years ago we wouldnt have. Also, what are some of the waiting list times in other areas?]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:07:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775229&title=infertility-chit-chat#775229 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Hi Everyone, I&#039;m new to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775227&title=infertility-chit-chat#775227 Author: Nickypicky
Subject: 26750
Posted: 14 September 2009 at 10:04pm

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to this and I must say its so good to be able to read everyones highs and lows from a Kiwi perspective (only just found Ohbaby).

We've only just found out that were dealing with low motility and morphology and are now starting the IVF route after 2 years trying. I'm 37 and DP is 31. Because of my age I'm def more impatient than him but I was gutted to find that here in the Chch the public waiting list is a year long if you go to the top and that if we want to move things forward now we have to shell out $10k. I'm so angry that somebody else has control over whether I get to have a baby and more to the point whether I get to have more than that because i feel that if we wait a year before we even start the process that seriously affects my chances of having more than one.
How many of you are going private? I was stoked to see someone with a BFP after IUI as the chances dont seem so high from what I've read? Weve just sent a sample in for a trial wash and are waiting to see if thats a viable option.

Nicky ]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:04:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=775227&title=infertility-chit-chat#775227 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : so sorry to hear that Angie!!!...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=773572&title=infertility-chit-chat#773572 Author: millysmum
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Posted: 12 September 2009 at 8:40pm

so sorry to hear that Angie!!!

This whole TTC thing has put a lot of strain on our relationship also.]]> Sat, 12 Sep 2009 20:40:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=773572&title=infertility-chit-chat#773572 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : So sorry to hear that Angie, big...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=772556&title=infertility-chit-chat#772556 Author: jazzy
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Posted: 11 September 2009 at 4:25pm

So sorry to hear that Angie, big . Children wether it be TTC or having them does put lots of strain on marriages. It is really hard doing the TTC as you get so focused on it. We have decided to put on hold having another one due to pressure & disappointment.

Good luck & you never know what the further has install.

Edited by jazzy]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:25:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=772556&title=infertility-chit-chat#772556 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : sorry to hear that Angie....I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=765523&title=infertility-chit-chat#765523 Author: Bombshell
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Posted: 04 September 2009 at 11:46am

sorry to hear that Angie....I wish you all the best ]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:46:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=765523&title=infertility-chit-chat#765523 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Like everyone else has said, so...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764788&title=infertility-chit-chat#764788 Author: Ceres
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Posted: 03 September 2009 at 4:01pm

Like everyone else has said, so sorry to hear that Angie, massive hugs ]]> Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:01:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764788&title=infertility-chit-chat#764788 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Im so sorry to hear that Angie....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764179&title=infertility-chit-chat#764179 Author: mylilmosaic
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Posted: 02 September 2009 at 9:39pm

Im so sorry to hear that Angie. ]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:39:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764179&title=infertility-chit-chat#764179 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : I&#039;m really sorry to hear...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764104&title=infertility-chit-chat#764104 Author: noodle
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Posted: 02 September 2009 at 8:35pm

I'm really sorry to hear that too Angie, and also sending you some super hugs! take care chick! hope to still 'see' you round from time to time! ]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:35:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764104&title=infertility-chit-chat#764104 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Oh Angie, so sorry to hear that....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764100&title=infertility-chit-chat#764100 Author: kakapo
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Posted: 02 September 2009 at 8:31pm

Oh Angie, so sorry to hear that. Huge  from me too.

]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:31:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764100&title=infertility-chit-chat#764100 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Angie. ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764055&title=infertility-chit-chat#764055 Author: gannet
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Posted: 02 September 2009 at 8:01pm

Angie. ]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:01:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=764055&title=infertility-chit-chat#764055 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Well, thought I would let you...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=763956&title=infertility-chit-chat#763956 Author: AngieBabe
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Posted: 02 September 2009 at 6:48pm

Well, thought I would let you ladies know since OB has been pretty much like a second family for me for so long but the baby-game is over for me - for the time-being at least.

This whole infertility treatment thing has really put a magnifying glass on my marriage and the cracks that were there beforehand have only come more into focus for me... so we're separating... my decision really so I'm doing okay - actually feel pretty good, like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders...

I would still like to have children one day if that's the way things work out - but that's not the way it has so far and I'm okay with that too.]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:48:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=763956&title=infertility-chit-chat#763956 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Sorry to hear that brixey *hugs*...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=759678&title=infertility-chit-chat#759678 Author: Ceres
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Posted: 28 August 2009 at 7:38pm

Sorry to hear that brixey *hugs* . Life can be really unfair sometimes, it just seems wrong that often the people that really deserve and want to be parents have to have such a hard road when it can be so easy for those that don't :(]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:38:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=759678&title=infertility-chit-chat#759678 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : DF did his 3rd SA this morning...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=759309&title=infertility-chit-chat#759309 Author: brixey
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Posted: 28 August 2009 at 1:30pm

DF did his 3rd SA this morning - we got the results super quick - but as usual no fricken swimmers!

I feel like we are both mutants. No swimmers for my darling and it looks like my eggs are starting to run out! We aren't even that old! (36 and 38)

Grrr! ]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:30:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=759309&title=infertility-chit-chat#759309 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Bombshell, if you&#039;re in Auckland...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=758707&title=infertility-chit-chat#758707 Author: lovingmummyhood
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Posted: 27 August 2009 at 7:00pm

Bombshell, if you're in Auckland FA is fantastic!!! We had Mary Birdsall who is amazing. Everyone there is sooooo lovely! I'd say you would be guaranteed a far more positive experience than your last one!!

Fingers crossed for everyone in this thread. ]]> Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:00:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=758707&title=infertility-chit-chat#758707 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : Oh brixey, big hugs , I&#039;m...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=756704&title=infertility-chit-chat#756704 Author: Ceres
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Posted: 25 August 2009 at 5:27pm

Oh brixey, big hugs , I'm so sorry you got that news. I'm crossing my fingers and toes for you that the next SA isn't as disheartening. It really does seem totally unfair that some of us have to struggle so much to get that little baby.

Bombshell, it really sucks that F+ have been so unhelpful. I do really recommend Richard Fisher at FA if you decide to go that route. I know what you mean about how unfair it is that you see people who are not as healthy as you are getting pregnant from 'one time things' too..

tal, sorry to hear that things didn't go your way this month. Hopefully that holiday is just what you need to get everything in order.

Angiebabe, you're doing fabulously to be being so philosophical about it all. It's so hard coping with month after month of disappointment, so I can understand feeling like your heart isn't in it.   Don't give up though, I'm really hoping that you get that BFP out of this round - sending lots and lots of positive vibes your way. ]]> Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:27:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=756704&title=infertility-chit-chat#756704 <![CDATA[Infertility chit chat : So sorry to hear how things are...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=756655&title=infertility-chit-chat#756655 Author: anon12345
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Posted: 25 August 2009 at 4:40pm

So sorry to hear how things are going for you brixey and bombshell!!! That is so discouraging on both counts and I can understand you feeling this way. But hopefully there is positive things in moving forward and you can have your babies you so want. Wish we were not all having such a low time of it. All the best though and know my thoughts are with you. ]]> Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:40:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26750&PID=756655&title=infertility-chit-chat#756655