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Re: Frustrated - might be PG Advice neededFrom: anonymous@obgyn.net ("anonymous@obgyn.net")Wed, 4 Sep 2002 15:30:24 -0400
I've worn these shoes before. *HUG* I remember the basal body temps, the planning this and doing that...everything "JUST SO". I also went onto pergonal, the injectible fertility drug. On pergonal, the doctor monitored my cycle progress with blood tests and ultrasounds. I remember one cycle with two perfect sized "eggs". Well, I still didn't get pregnant. The female body is a remarkable thing. If everything works perfectly, it's great.....unfortunately, there are times everything doesn't work quite "right". I had cycles where I assumed I had ovulated and assumed I was pregnant. I also had the nausea, fatigue, etc. It's a painful thing when your body plays tricks on you like that. It was very disturbing to go to the doctor's for yet another pregnancy test only to be told "not this time" once again. My heart goes out to you ladies still in the infertility trenches. *HUG* It's possible you are not far enough along in a pregnancy that the tests will pick up the hormone difference. Sadly, it's also possible that your heart and head are convincing your body to FEEL pregnant, because you desire it so much. Your feelings of frustration and anxiety are very normal in these circumstances. Whatever your answer will prove to be in the days ahead, we are here for you. One thing I learned during my years of infertility...SURROUND YOURSELF WITH ENCOURAGERS! Infertility is one of the most difficult things for couples to deal with. Women seem to feel it more directly than men because they have been taught to be "mommies" since we were children. I remember the frustration of not knowing....of hoping...of praying...of fearing the answer, whatever it may be. Because only time will bring your answer, perhaps the only suggestion I'd have is for you to take the time to do something special for yourself. Call a friend you haven't seen in ages....treat yourself to a facial at a local beauty school (unless you're lucky enough to afford a spa!!!)...spend the day in your pajamas, watching old movies and reading a good book....take a day trip. Lots of people can tell you to "just relax".....but having a plan to occupy your thoughts and mind is key. I have dealt with infertility twice. The first time it was for just over a year. My clomid baby is now 17. The second time, it was a longer wait....6 1/2 years of trying, prayers, tears, and more prayer and tears. After 5 cycles of pergonal, I finally became pregnant. The pregnancy wasn't the easiest time in my life, but I can't imagine a child fitting into my life and heart so perfectly as my 9 year old. I'm not making any promises. I don't know your future. Just know that I offer you my best wishes....you're in my prayers. Hugs Shelley -------------------------------------------------------------------- mail2web - Check your email from the web at -------------------------------------------------------------------- http://mail2web.com/ . -- --------------------------------------------------------------------
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