STIMs continued… (week of May 16)

This is me after my last (for now) blood draw!

Within the 10 days of STIMS I had check ups on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Each consisted of a blood test and ultrasound. I felt excited each time to see how many follicles we had and how huge they were getting! Based off my estrogen levels we’d adjust my medication accordingly and continue trekking on.

I received updated calendars like this after each visit. Danny and I would print them out and tape it onto the fridge. Checking off one shot at a time. 

(Cetrotide came packaged like the one of the left. A liquid and powder formula)

STIMS day 4 – Cetrotide was taken daily at this point, to ensure I didn’t ovulate too early. I’d continue to take this for about 5-6 mornings.

Holy shi* this one hurt. I got used to the FSH and micro HSG shots, so I walked into this injection feeling like a pro. Little did I know how painful it was! The shot itself was okay, but the side affects include stinging, rash (in the injection area), and nausea. Not fun. 

*Helpful hint: use an ice pack to numb the belly so you won’t feel the stinging/rash.

This is Danny while we wait for our Saturday appointment. 

My handsome hubby...

I didn’t need Danny to come with me during my weekday appoints - those were quick and close commute from work. Come Saturday, STIMS day 8, it was fun to have him join and seeing how HUGE these follies have gotten. His famous line, “Looks like a big giant honeycomb!” That day, we were blessed with 17-19 mature looking follicles.

God is good.