I can't tell you how much better I felt just being able to do something. Taking the vitamins made me feel like I wasn't just throwing another month to chance and talking with my doctor honestly gave me peace. In fact, I was so glad to see my doctor that when he went for a handshake, I hugged him. Who am I? I'm totally not a big hugger, but I guess I figured after he had gone through Ethan's birth with me that this was acceptable. The very first thing he told me was that this wasn't my fault. I didn't even know that I needed to hear that. I bursted into tears on the spot. I know I didn't do anything wrong, but it was nice to hear it all the same. After a short chat about my need of a plan of action and what I thought was going on, he prescribed Prometrium (aka progesterone) for me to take for 14 days after I ovulated.
This month did not turn up the results I wanted. I took several pregnancy tests all resulting in a single line (I'm an impatient person apparently with very little self control). It wasn't completely a wash though. The B-vitamins most certainly did their job as I ovulated a couple days earlier and of course the progesterone gave me a 14 day luteal phase although I did end up spotting starting on day 11. (Is this TMI? I'm hoping it's helpful for those of you that are currently going through this as well.) My doctor recommended that we try this out for 4 cycles total before switching things up. So 3 more cycles before I head into the doctor again if needed although I do think I might call him about the spotting if it happens again this month. Maybe I need a stronger dosage?
I don't know why my body is betraying me, but I'm trying my hardest to trust that God knows what he's doing. For now I am just trying to keep myself preoccupied with other things like ripping the shelving out of the laundry room for an impromptu room makeover. Upon many recommendations I have ordered a book called Making Babies. I thought I had that all under control but apparently there is more to know than the obvious. I believe this book calls for some dietary changes and acupuncture among other things. I'm up for the dietary changes, but acupuncture I think not. I guess we will find out just how desperate I am right?
praying for you my dear- that God would give you the desire of your heart and fill your heart with peace!
ReplyDeletethinking of you mama. hoping, and praying.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you went to see your doctor. And that progesterone should really help get your hormones back in line for baby #2. I know all too well about your body betraying you and I can tell you right now that diet and even acupuncture have proven to solve almost all of my hormonal issues. I've seen an acupuncturist since getting pregnant with J. While he helped me with my morning sickness and postpartum issues, his specialty is in infertility. Also let me point out I have a major needle phobia MAJOR, but I was desperate and it worked! So just a little encouragement if you find yourself at that point :) I'm always here to answer any questions! Praying this will be the month!
ReplyDeleteAww I'm thinking of you and praying that great things happen very soon!! Hugs!!
ReplyDeleteHang in there and just breathe! I remember those days all too well. It took us 8 months trying to get pregnant with Mia.
ReplyDeleteHi Laura, I love your blog, but don't comment often! Just read your about me and we're from Knoxville-- love your sunsphere pics!! I have been going through the same thing trying for #1. It consumes me and its all I think about. I feel like my life is on my pause every month waiting for it. Know that you aren't alone! Praying for you!
ReplyDeleteI'm in the same boat, except this is baby #1. All the charting, waiting, etc is about to drive me insane, but I know it will be worth it! Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteAnother book you may want to check into is Taking Charge of your Fertility. I read it (just to read it way prior to us trying to get pregnant), and I think it's a really great, medically based book. Something to consider!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck this month!!!
Ugh. These issues can be so frustrating. I am guessing you're using ovulation sticks? They helped me out a ton. Not sure if I've mentioned this before. But praying it'll be soon for you ;)
ReplyDeleteI am right there with you! I was JUST going to suggest Making Babies, but looks like you're on it. Did you doctor have any ideas as to why this wasn't an issue last time around? I used the CBEFM (which I think I told you) and that also made me feel like I was "doing something." T&Ps.
ReplyDeleteGlad you got some peace of mind! Now here's to hoping it happens sooner than later!
ReplyDeleteI was just about to comment and tell you about the Making Babies book! I'm so glad you ordered it. After having Tyler, my cycle got all out of whack. The book helped me get my cycles back on track and had so much great advice. ...and let's just say, I think the book worked ;) I know that panic feeling so well - I'm just like you and wanted to take matters into my own hands and find a solution quickly. All your hard work will pay off!
ReplyDeleteLaura I hope that you will continue to trust God's timing in all of this! I can imagine how difficult it is because I am also a type A control freak so I know all about timelines and having it all figured out... but I do hope that you will get the results you want soon and be blessed with more children!
ReplyDeletePraying for you! I know how frustrating it can be to want answers and to just be able to get pregnant already! I will say I did acupuncture and while I'm not sure it actually worked it definitely didn't hurt matters. :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't know you guys were trying again! This is a very informative post that I will star for later! Thanks for sharing your journey!
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