OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman (UPDATE - p.2)

In cycles past, I only took OPKs in the evening after work around 4 or 5 pm, but this cycle, I started yesterday doing it twice in anticipation of a post surgical IUI. I suppose it is nerves and I just did not want to miss the surge. Anyway, today I got the happy face on the digital OPK after a blissful slumber at 10:30 this morning. Good news is that I will not need a sonogram on Wednesday - Dr. R told me if I didn't get a surge, I should have one. Thank goodness!

I read the instructions from NSUH for IUI for what you do when you get a surge detection on a weekend or holiday morning and it tells you to call between 8 and 8:30 to schedule a drop off the next day. I took a chance and called anyway and fortunately, someone picked up the phone and instructed me to come in tomorrow at 7 to drop off the sample and make an appointment with the doctor.

All I keep thinking is, "How can I do this without being late for work or missing a day?" Mind you, I have about 15 or 16 days banked very conservatively just for this sole purpose. So I figuratively slapped myself in the face and said "Eff this, I have a baby to make." My supervisor, is aware that I am at the mercy of my cycle in this process and has been very supportive (she is also a trained LaMaze instructor - go figure). I just hate leaving my assistants short-handed and we are soon to have a state audit so student/teacher ratio in my classroom is really important.

I will be dropping off DH's sample tomorrow morning in hopes that I can have an IUI done after work later in the afternoon, assuming the Dr's schedule allows it, but if not, I am taking the day off and sticking around.

So here comes my question.

On my last cycle, I got a positive on the OPK on Day 15 and Fertility Friend said I ovulated on Day 16 (the day of my surgeries). Today is Day 13, and with my surge detected at 10:30 am will I be ok for an IUI tomorrow even if it is done late in the afternoon?
(Last night at 11:30 - no surge was detected)

Sorry I am so verbose and all over the place. I have been experiencing so many ups and downs this week not knowing what this week would bring in terms of how my surgeries affected my cycle but it seems that it is working out. My only true concern, at this point, will be that my cervix can accept the catheter for the IUI. I am actually at peace with the fact that even if they can get it in, that I may not conceive this time around, but at least I have hope that it CAN happen.

I feel as if this is truly the first attempt at TTC that could actually work for us - a fresh start. Everything that we have done up until now, had been futile.

I will surely keep everyone posted tomorrow!

Message edited 5/29/2007 4:47:06 PM.

Re: OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman

I can't answer your question but I am so beyond happy for you!!!!

Good luck and tons of

Re: OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman

From my experience at NSUH you drop off the sample at say 7am and then it takes them a couple of hours to wash the sperm and then I always went back around 10/11am for the IUI. They like you to stay lying down for approx 20 minuts and then you are good to go!

You might find that you will be late for work and or miss days, all part of the IF fun I'm afraid!

Good luck

Message edited 5/28/2007 11:43:45 AM.

Re: OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman

Thanks! Heaven forbid I should have taken a sub-list home and call from here. Oh well. I suppose tempting fate at this point would just be stupid. I'll go when it is best for me to go. This way, I won't be a nervous wreck at work and I will be able to rest comfortably afterwards.

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Good Luck!
I had my first IUI on the 19th and 20th so I am in the tww. Hope you get the BFP!

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Leslie,

You usually O 24-36 hrs after your surge is detected, and remember sperm can live for a few days, so don't worry (I know, easier said than done!)

I'm only 6 days behind you on the IUI (had mine on Wednesday), and I wish you the best!!

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Thanks! do you think they will have me come in for 2 IUIs?

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Posted by dm24angel

Posted by Goldi0218

Thanks! do you think they will have me come in for 2 IUIs?

Yes North Shore always does back to back IUI's two days in a row....

Good luck!

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Posted by Jen2999

I can't answer your question but I am so beyond happy for you!!!!

Good luck and tons of

Re: OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman

Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by dm24angel

Posted by Goldi0218

Thanks! do you think they will have me come in for 2 IUIs?

Yes North Shore always does back to back IUI's two days in a row....

Good luck!

Thanks! I feel giddy!

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I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to be auntie Hollie! Sending you lots of

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Leslie I'll be sending all the happy positive vibes one person can muster to you tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!

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Posted by hmpena

I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to be auntie Hollie! Sending you lots of

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Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by hmpena

I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to be auntie Hollie! Sending you lots of

I have a feeling my child, when ever s/he comes, will have LOTS of aunts!

Thanks so much everyone. again, I could not have done any of this alone without your support.

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Posted by Jen2999

Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by hmpena

I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to be auntie Hollie! Sending you lots of

I have a feeling my child, when ever s/he comes, will have LOTS of aunts!

Thanks so much everyone. again, I could not have done any of this alone without your support.

Dont forget uncle FRED

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Good luck Leslie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by Jen2999

Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by hmpena

I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to be auntie Hollie! Sending you lots of

I have a feeling my child, when ever s/he comes, will have LOTS of aunts!

Thanks so much everyone. again, I could not have done any of this alone without your support.

Dont forget uncle FRED

I am counting on him for babysitting. How could I EVER forget Uncle FRED?!?!?!

Re: OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman

Posted by lipglossjunky73

Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by Jen2999

Posted by Goldi0218

Posted by hmpena

I am so excited for you!! I can't wait to be auntie Hollie! Sending you lots of

I have a feeling my child, when ever s/he comes, will have LOTS of aunts!

Thanks so much everyone. again, I could not have done any of this alone without your support.

Dont forget uncle FRED

I am counting on him for babysitting. How could I EVER forget Uncle FRED?!?!?!

When can Fred come over and help ME out a bit???

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Posted by ssdbk

Posted by Goldi0218

. So I figuratively slapped myself in the face and said "Eff this, I have a baby to make."

When you are a reliable and trusted employee with a lot of years of service, you can do the things that help YOU and you should not feel guilty about it.

As for your other question, To me if sounds like good timing. Can your doctor give you an idea of the odds for this particular cycle based on the OPK, as opposed to the odds for a random cycle?

Message edited 5/28/2007 10:56:30 PM.

Re: OK Here we go...First IUI tomorrow...Ramblings of a TTC madwoman

I just saw this and wanted to wish you luck.
Your timing is good and you will probably have two IUI's back to back.

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Now if I could only get to sleep!

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Drop off done. My IUI appointment is at 1pm. DH said he would come with me. In the event that it does not work out because of my cervix, he wants to be able to be supportive rather than me being alone.

Message edited 5/29/2007 9:13:57 AM.