We are to go into the ACU tomorrow between 8am and 9.30am for my dildo cam, blood tests and collect all medications. Call between 2-3pm in the afternoon for results and instructions of dosage of medications, first injection Sunday morning.
It will be around 12 days until egg collection.
In 28 days we'll know a result.
Petrified doesn't even begin to cover it. I'm an emotional mess without injecting drugs on a daily basis.
I've been a tad irrationally obsessed with loosing weight over the past few weeks and had managed to drop a 3lbs in total last week, which took me down to being a mere 2lbs overweight....My self-confidence levels have been at an all time low and I've been jumping on the scales twice a day and my mood depends on the result.
Knowing that weight gain is a common side effect of the IVF these scales have know been hidden in preparation, and I will be asking Marts to take the battery out of them and hide it somewhere later on.
I'm hoping I can go to a few shops tomorrow and pick up some leggings and comfy sun dresses in a size larger than I usually wear to accommodate the bloat during the treatment.
Friends who have gone through treatment -Are there any other bits and pieces you would recommend I pick up? Things that I'm not going to find in the 'beginners guide to IVF' style booklet you get from the hospital?
You see how I have a habit of focussing on the most ridiculous little things and getting upset over them, rather than focussing on the big picture? Welcome to my world.
I need to slap myself.
Tips:
ReplyDelete1) Stretchy, stretchy, stretchy. Don't forget about the underwear!
2) You will fart more than your husband, get him ready.
3) Don't wear anything tight around the belly, not only bloat but the injection sites start to get irritated if things are too tight.
4) Nap when you need to nap. The hormones really exhausted me.
5) Lots and lots of water! Lots of protein too. Helps once you are done retrieval to prevent OHSS.
6) Lots of relaxation exercises. Positive thinking!
7) I was so paranoid about messing up doses of medications, I made my own calendar in addition to the clinic's one. I coloured coded it and everything, just made me feel more in control.
8) I realized during IVF how much Kirk wanted to be involved. Work together. :) If you're feeling miserable, let him know because he'll just be there for you.
We're rooting for you!
Thank you, Jess!! Xx
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