Beta 3 + U/S appt + Morning Sickness?

Having not had any appointments since last Monday, this morning felt weird! But after my psycho paranoia lately I was anxious to go to make sure everything was ok.

The backstory is that my husband was off all week so we could get house stuff done. We were having a housewarming party Saturday and work starts back in 2 weeks so we were really on a deadline. We had LOTS of cleaning inside and yard work outside to do. It was hot, yes, but I had a big water bottle I kept refilling. And the whole time I felt great! We took a lunch break and all too so it wasn't like it had been non-stop working in the heat. Anyway, my MIL came by to help out in the yard and I went out to assist and she was like 'you don't need to be out here doing anything' and I was like 'I've been out here all day!'. So I walked inside and immediately picked up the preg books and looked for physical activity and worried I had done too much. I had myself so worked up that I was convinced I had done a terrible thing and that I was going to miscarry. I called my mom and sister freaking out. I was crying the ugly cry and got short with Zach. Ugh, too much. So after that I realized that I was more careful about my activity level and all when I was doing the injections and stuff than I am being now that I know our little baby is growing in there. I have to prioritize. My house is not the priority anymore-- this baby is. I need to get it together!

So glad that day is over and behind me. Back to today, THAT is why I was so anxious about today's beta. I finally got the call a few minutes ago. Here it is:

beta #1: 144 (10dp5dt)

beta #2: 850 (14dp5dt)

beta #3: 8,480 (21dp5dt)

I was very relieved and also surprised when my ivf nurse said we could do the U/S this week! Fantastic! I had been telling Zach that I really needed that u/s to make this feel 'real'. Although, lately, it's been feeling real enough. Which brings me to my third point - Morning Sickness.

I haven't done much research on morning sickness but I'm thinking that when I wake up nauseous and do not want to eat anything at all, it must be morning sickness. Today the feeling was worse than ever. I almost wished I didn't have the beta check b/c I didn't want to leave the house. I never thew up, but did have major bathroom/tummy issues. Not fun. I managed to get some lightly salted saltine crackers and water down before the appt and a plain baked potato after. I have slept 2 hours this afternoon and woke up with my usual afternoon headache. *sigh... I AM NOT COMPLAINING though. I have waited and waited for this baby and whatever he/she is going to have me go through I will gladly do. It's just gonna take a little getting used to. And I'm a bit nervous about starting back to work in a couple of weeks with this morning yuckiness. I don't think kindergartners would understand! But I'll survive!

Got any 'freak out' pregnant moment stories to share?

Anything particular I should look for or ask for at the U/S appt Thursday?

Have any ideas/suggestions/etc for the morning sickness?

We're on our way!!!

WEEEEE! We got SO MUCH accomplished @ our appt today! Z had his bloodwork done (no scarring and bruising for him) and we found out my blood work results (everything negative so I'm good to go!). Dr. K also did a trial run of the egg retrieval to make sure my cervix would accept the catheter. Good there, too! Then we met with our ivf nurse to go over all the meds, injections, schedule, etc... We got 'schooled' in injections (i'm good with the lu.pron shot since i've given myself shots before) but the foll.i.tism shot is something new. Building the thing before you even put medicine in it was all new for me!

Anyway, we got everything sorted out and headed for the elevator. On the way out the door, Dr. K and our ivf nurse were visiting with a couple in the lobby. They were introducing them to their 3 week old baby boy! The couple was so sweet and couldn't have been happier. They said they were so proud of the baby Dr. K helped them get! They said "it works- it really works!"

YES! That was such perfect timing for us to see. A real live baby born via ivf right there in front of us with beaming parents. Oh, yeah! We're on our way!!!

We'll pick up the injectibles next week and my first injection is Monday June 7th! It's really happening!!!!!!!!! And neither of us can stop smiling. :)

L. Shot-- DONE!

Ahhhhh, the new abode. We are FINALLY moved in, though there are STILL things left at the other house-- office stuff, cleaning stuff, extra furniture, patio furniture, and stuff in the garage. Um, wow, that's a lot. And to think the new house is already full. hmmm...

Anyway, we're here and so far, it's super good! We've met lots of great neighbors, tried out some yummy restaurants, and we're looking forward to our first community event next weekend. :)

In the baby news segment of my life, I GOT THE SHOT!!! Oh my goodness I was a nervous wreck. All I kept thinking about was how after my lap last summer I did too much goo.gle research about Lu.pron and did everything I could to not have to take it. The 'possible' side effects are scary as hell. But, alas, here were are 11 months to the lap date later, and the shot was given this week. Tuesday actually. So far I'm good as gold. I haven't noticed anything (but major gas bubbles)- yet. But with my allergies/cold/sinus infection (I have no idea which I have!) I have been pretty distracted. Oh, and with it being the last month of school and all. Perfect timing!

So I do 28 days of this, then start the typical ivf protocol. We have an appt the last week of may for Z's bloodwork (I got mine Tuesday and still have the nasty bruises on my arms to prove it!), a trial run for the retrieval ('sounding' they call it), and we'll meet with the doc for discussion & schedule and the nurse for injection lessons. And I guess we'll also be ordering the mass quantities of other lovely drugs and needles.

But I don't care!!!! I'm super excited! And Z is elated! :) We are one step closer!

The Results Are In

So...

I have a healthy egg reserve... check!

Z has lots of strong swimmers... check!

I am making a healthy home for an egg if one ever gets fertilized and tries to implant in my uterine lining... check!

So... what's the problem!?!

HSG dye test is up next.  Ugh.  After that-- I don't know.

And the blood work begins...

So I survived the first of many (I'm sure) experiences with a needle and blood.  I went today for the CD3 blood work.  I wasn't real sure what to expect-- I mean, what, I go in, they call me back, draw a vial of blood and send me on my way?  Actually, no.  It was much more personal than that--and I'm glad.

They put me in a typical room to wait and soon my gyno came in.  I was ready for her.  I had my insurance info and my fertility friend chart ready from my last cycle (13) ready to show her.  She was impressed with my chart-- which immediately put me at ease.  She was pleased with my temps and was very glad to see my clear 'O' pattern and my symptoms listed.  She said that just by looking at the chart, she feels like my progesterone levels will be good (we will test them later in the month).  She also said that we did ALL we could this month.  "You had sex 5 times in 7 days!  All during your fertile window.  Wow!"  Yes, we did.  So... why didn't it happen?  She says we're young (I'm 30, DH is 31) and WE. WILL. GET. PREGNANT.  Yay for that positive comment!

So I should know something about todays blood work (FSH and Thyroid) in a couple of days.  Next up is DH's SA.  It's next Thursday.  As supportive as he has been, I know he is not looking forward to it.  But he'll survive!  :)  We'll know his results within 5 days after his 'drop'.  Anyway, following that is my progesterone testing.  We're waiting until next month for the HSG (timing wasn't good for this month).

Dr. says we'll know MUCH more once all this is done and we can figure out our plan of action.  I can't wait.  Seriously.