[Josephine]

My dh gave me my first Lupron shot last night. I gave him the long speech about how to do it. Making sure the alcohol is dry, pinch the skin. I am sure I have driven him past the edge, but it is my tummy getting stabbed. lol

[pray2bmom]

Originally Posted by vinjosmom

This happened to me yesterday. So I called my doctors office and had them call Caremark. Caremark just needed them to verify the prescription. Demand to talk to a manager too at the pharmacy.

I am also having trouble with my meds. So my RE's nurse faxed in the prescription on Tuesday and by this afternoon I hadn't heard from Caremark. I decided to call them and ask what the hold up was. They told me that they need doctor's office to authorize. What??? Are you kidding me The doctor's office sent in the prescription, I thought that would have been enough authorization. By the time I called the nurse, she was gone for the day so I have to wait till the morning. Something this easy can't go right!!

[pray2bmom]

Originally Posted by Josephine

My dh gave me my first Lupron shot last night. I gave him the long speech about how to do it. Making sure the alcohol is dry, pinch the skin. I am sure I have driven him past the edge, but it is my tummy getting stabbed. lol

Congrats on starting Lupron. I can't wait to start next Thursday. I like to give myself the shots except for PIO. You are on your way to a and thanks for keeping up with everyone.

[Josephine]

Originally Posted by pray2bmom

I am also having trouble with my meds. So my RE's nurse faxed in the prescription on Tuesday and by this afternoon I hadn't heard from Caremark. I decided to call them and ask what the hold up was. They told me that they need doctor's office to authorize. What??? Are you kidding me The doctor's office sent in the prescription, I thought that would have been enough authorization. By the time I called the nurse, she was gone for the day so I have to wait till the morning. Something this easy can't go right!!

Just a quick question are you going through the speciality pharmacy with Caremark? The regular pharmacy never has answers but when I ask for the fertility speciality pharmacy I get answers and action. PM if you need their direct line. Tracy

[vinjosmom]

Originally Posted by pray2bmom

I am also having trouble with my meds. So my RE's nurse faxed in the prescription on Tuesday and by this afternoon I hadn't heard from Caremark. I decided to call them and ask what the hold up was. They told me that they need doctor's office to authorize. What??? Are you kidding me The doctor's office sent in the prescription, I thought that would have been enough authorization. By the time I called the nurse, she was gone for the day so I have to wait till the morning. Something this easy can't go right!!

Yes, their customer service sucks. I ended up talking to 10 people in total. I think you just have to be on them big time. My nurse said she had dealt with them before so I guess it's just red tape but come on, just send the freakin meds out. It is better to deal with the infertility dept I found too.

[hopefulmama]

The meds problems..... I have to use progesterone supplements and the first time I got them it was fine. The second time there was a mix up and I thought "OK I ordered a little early just in case" but there was another mix up and then they had me on the phone with them very annoyed and fighting hysteria. That got action.

Yes gotta love the dh's. Mine does things like this too - I'm curious to see how he approaches the whole IVF process. He usually goes in to project mode with important things so we'll see.

[stephanielllll]

Good Afternoon Ladies!!!

Quick question: Are any of you doing acupuncture during this process??

I was researching the increased chances of success by doing accupuncture during the IVF process.

Thanks for the help!

[Emilysmom]

Our site is so busy!!! So many BFP to look forward to.

Hopeful mama--Welcome!! we did PGD on our first IVF due to a study we were participating in. Onlythe PGD was free. We only had 1 chromosomally normal embryo out of 6. It is $2500 out of pocket at our clinic. I would consider doing it if they can identify chromosomally normal embryo's for you. There are pros and cons so I would definitely discuss this far in advance with RE vs at a later date when you get emotional. It depends also on embryo quality on day 3 when they biopsy.

Lindsay--PIO vs supp. We did PIO for both IVFs before. My second we used Progesterone in ethyl oleate which is not as thick and much easier to tolerate. It is the consistency of water vs honey. Ask your RE for it. I would recommend it to everyone. It is not any more $$ than the regular Progesterone.

Shasta--Your belly gets a little sore if you do all your inj there including Lupron daily and then potentially twice daily stims. You could use the back of your arm also. i am trying to alternate sites this cycle.

Girlymech--Congratulations on starting stims. You're almost at ER..It's around the corner.

Hardybaby "tracy"

Josephine--I know how you feel about being a little more laid back this cycle. My first Iwas a freak about everything and the stress was too much. Having done it before it is easier to relax knowing how the process works and knowing what to expect. we are on day 4 of Lupron. The only thing that may come down to causing a breakdown is some special projects I am working on during May. Trying to coordinate ER and ET may be stressful but that's why I have great women like you cheering me on. Also thanks for keeping up with everyone's stats.

For those of you of LUpron, is everyone feeling a little pressure in their pelvis? Seems like a lot going on down there. This part I have forgoten. I know AF will come sometime in the next week.

[Josephine]

I am dreading the 2ww most of all. Its totally weird how not stressed I am about the injections. The strange thing I have found about the IVF process is no matter how many times you go through it every time is different.
I am sitting at my desk ( not working ) just counting the minutes until I can leave 1 1/2 hours to go.

[pray2bmom]

Originally Posted by stephanielllll

Good Afternoon Ladies!!!

Quick question: Are any of you doing acupuncture during this process??

I was researching the increased chances of success by doing accupuncture during the IVF process.

Thanks for the help!

Yes, I am and I love it. I got when I did it last time.

[vinjosmom]

Originally Posted by stephanielllll

Good Afternoon Ladies!!!

Quick question: Are any of you doing acupuncture during this process??

I was researching the increased chances of success by doing accupuncture during the IVF process.

Thanks for the help!

I'm doing it too. I just moved on to electro acupuncture.

[laurengator]

I haven't done acupuncture, I don't plan to do it for this cycle either. Honestly, I didn't want another appointment to have to run to!

My RE seemed to think the best it could give me is a placebo effect and some stress relief. But she said if it was stressful for me to get to another appointment (I live in Atlanta, which = TRAFFIC), it probably wouldn't be beneficial.

[natenang654]

Originally Posted by hopefulmama

Angie What were your symptoms? Not sure what they are for endo but my mom had it (I myself am a clomid baby!) I have been having very heavy periods (much heavier than I used to get) and think that might be part of my problem.

Is anyone doing pre-implantation genetic testing. We are considering it but are not sure.

Audra, my symptoms of endo are EXTREMELY painful episodes of abdominal cramping, with bloating/gas, etc. From what my RE has explained, the symptoms can be symptomless.....that some people with Stage IV endo do not have any symptoms.

We are not planning to do any genetic testing.

[natenang654]

Originally Posted by hardybaby08

Hello Ladies I would like to join..
I wish i would have found this site weeks ago. I am also on track for mid May. And would love to have someone to talk to. There is only so much i can try to get my husband to understand.

Look forward to talking with all of you
Tracy

Tracy! Glad you found us and joined us!

[natenang654]

Hello ladies!

OMG! There are lots of us on our way to s!!! YAY! I hope everyone had a good day & all of the medicine delivery issues got worked out!?!?!?

For those who have started shots ~ THANKS for sharing your stories and suggestions! For us IVF newbies, the more info, the better! Sorry, I know nothing (yet) about PIO or suppositories or the gel!

Stephanie ~ I am doing AP, too.....love it! This is my 1st IVF.

Karla ~ no plans yet for MB, the theme park sounds cool! It looks like our trip will actually be after 2ww ~ so we should know the outcome by then! How was your 1st AP appt??

Take care everyone, for lots of !!!!