Welcome ICLWers! This is my first ICLW! I started this blog when we first started TTC, intending for it to be a pregnancy journal. However, after 19 cycles, 1 clomid/IUI, 1 lap, and diagnoses of mild MFI and Stage III endo, I’ve started to realize that it’s actually an infertility journal. You can see my timeline in the tab on the top of the page. Along this journey, I’ve found some blogs of strong and amazing ALI women. I’m normally a lurker, but I think ICLW will be a good reason to come out of my shell.
Right now I’m about 2 weeks into 3 months of Lupron Depot shots to treat my endometriosis. When my RE introduced Lupron Depot he admitted that there was no medical proof that it helps conception rates, but he feels like chances are higher after Lupron. And, most importantly, he left the decision to start Lupron entirely up to me. I decided that if for some reason I’m not able to conceive, I would always wonder if the Lupron would have helped. I didn’t see any long-term regrets that would be as significant, so I dutifully started my shots in early February. Now I’m trying to make it through the next 3 months without losing my mind.
The fact that I’m infertile is still a new realization to me, and I’ve been using this blog as a dumping ground for all of my thoughts on my infertility. I’ve been reading some blogs with amazing, talented writing, and unfortunately this blog isn’t one of them!
Hi there fellow Endo sister… Hahaha. Not only are you infertile, but now your an Endo sister. No tthe best catagories to be in, but hey at least we are a part of something, lol. I have Stage IV, found out via lap. Uggg. Thanks for leaving me a little comment!! Looking forward to keeping tabs on you 🙂 How are you handling Lupron??
I’m ok with the Lupron so far. I’m battling a bit of depression every night recently, but no hot flashes yet!
Another New Mexican!!!! How can that be??? I’ll be following along with you as it sounds like we have parallel lives.
Thanks for stopping by my blog!
You should check out Lindsay at http://www.socialitebaby.blogspot.com/. She’s also in NM!!
Thanks for finding my blog! I am so glad the blog has been helpful for you to work through your feelings. I look forward to reading the rest of your blog!
Hi. It’s my first ICLW, too. We’re also dealing with MFI, but ours is severe. It sounds like you have a good RE. Hope the Lupron helps!
Hi! Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting. Yea it is so difficult sometimes. I stopped crocheting for a long time and refused to make blankets for the first 4 babies that were born in my family. I was just lost and upset. I am hoping and praying you will be able to knit something for your little one soon.
Welcome to ICLW! I’ve really appreciated the new bloggy friends I’ve found since joining.