Christmas and IUI #1...

Hope everyone had an amazing Christmas with Family and Friends. Our Christmas was a little different this year...we went to the clinic early Christmas morning to make sure that the one follie that was at 17mm on Thursday had grown. We checked in and were quickly taken to the exam room. I was looking at Carlos and I was telling him that I had a good feeling that the follie had grown since I was feeling a little discomfort on the right side. The on-call doctor came in and did the U/S and to our surprise right in the middle of my ovary was a 22mm follie that looked ready to go. We checked out and were told that our IUI would be done on Sunday and Monday...we were over the moon. The best gift that we have gotten of Christmas was the news that we were ready to do the IUI on top of the gifts that we had given each other

After the appt we went to my SIL to give our nephews their presents and they were super happy with what "Santa" left them. We then came to the house to pick up the pups and headed to San Antonio to spend the day with our familia. I gave myself the Ovidrel in San Antonio and knew that the next couple of days were in God's hands. Christmas 2010 was a blast and will always have a special place in our hearts.

Sunday morning we left at around 7am to drop off Carlos' sample in order to have it prepped for the first part of the IUI. We returned to the house where we chilled for a little bit and had breakfast before we left for our 10am appt. We arrived at our appt and within 10 minutes we were in the exam room ready to get the show on the road. The whole procedure was quick and were were out before 10:30am. Carlos and I went to lunch and then headed to the house where we chilled all day since Monday was going to be the same.

Monday morining we did the same thing as Sunday prior to the IUI. After the IUI we stopped by a friend's house for a little bit before heading to Xander's bowling festivity for his birthday. We had a blast at the bowling alley and the little munchkin wanted all of us to eat lunch. After lunch we headed to the outlet mall with my bro and his girlfriend for some retail therapy :)

And now the waiting begins...I was given the lab slip with the date that I have to have my blood drawn in order to determine if I'm preggo or not. At this point all I can do is leave it to God and pray that this is our Christmas miracle.

U/S #2

Went to my appt this morning and LOVED my results. My labs had not arrived at the moment I walked in but the u/s results were amazing. My lining is currently at 9.0mm and Dr Burger loved the fact that it was getting thicker. When she checked my right ovary I was in shock with what I saw. I had 1 follicle (17mm) front and center. The other ones were at 8 and 9mm. The ones on my left ovary were all at 8mm. Dr Burger was super pleased with what she saw. Since the moment we decided we wanted to go with the injections she always told me that she just wanted to get 1 to 2 mature follies per cycle. Then reality set in...Dr Burger told me that I needed to come in on Christmas day to do one last follow-up before the IUI's. She also told me that I might and might not have to get my blood drawn depending on my lab results. If everything stays on track I will be having the IUI's on Sunday and Monday. After Dr Burger left the room I started jumping like a little girl!!!

I just can't put into words what I'm currenly feeling right now. Two years ago we started down this road and now I see some light at the end of our path. It has been two long years of trying to figure out why I can't O on my own. My mother kept telling me that GOD had a plan and that he had already seen my future and that I had to walk in the present. In HIS time I will become a MOTHER and in HIS time I will rejoice and give THANKS b/c HE was the one that was always looking out for me when medicine kept failing me. I always prayed for a Christmas miralce and maybe, just maybe, this Christmas will be the beginning of OUR DREAM...

Family Weekend and Results for U/S #1

Just got back from my appt with the RE and I'm pleased with the results. My lining was at 6.0mm and my E2 levels were at 67. When she checked my ovaries, the right one had 5 follies (9,9,8,7,7mm) and the left one had 3 follies (6,6,5mm). Dr Burger decided to up my dose to 112.5 for today and tomorrow and 75 for Wednesday. I go back in for a follow-up on Thursday at 9:45am.

My human side wants this cycle to be "THE ONE" but my spiritual side tells me that GOD will decide WHEN the time is right. In the meantime I will continue to do as the doctor says and I will take it one day at a time.

This past weekend we decided to drive up to Houston to spend time with my in-laws since Carlos' dad's birthday was during the week. So we packed the dogs up and headed out by 5:30pm. Carlos' sister was already on her way with the boys and hubby plus the 2 labs. Nothing like 2 rowdy boys to brighten your day. Xavier and Xander are always a blast to have around but now that they're 5 and almost 3, their "playing" is getting a little out of control...but heck...they're BOYS!!! We went to dinner on Saturday to a latin restaurant and THANK GOD the food was good because the service was HORRIBLE. Never going to eat there again...We got back to the house and took the boys to see the different Christmas lights around the neighborhood. I love where my in-laws live...why can't they build houses like that in Round Rock???

On Sunday we left a little early than expected since we decided to go to San Antonio for Papito's birthday party. Mind you, we are in Houston, so off Carlos and I went with the dogs in the back on our 3hr drive. The drive was fun...Carlos and I talked about different things and that made the trip a little easier. Xixi and Ben were passed out in their new doggie beds that they didn't realize when we made it to San Antonio. We always have a blast with our "FAMILIA" especially when you put a bunch of PUERTORRICANS together. Papito grilled some chicken and ribs and his mom hooked us up with some arroz con gandules...YUMMY!!! As tradition, the birthday boy got his "Pie in The Face" from his bros and warned us what was to come in 2011.

It was a great weekend with family and friends and I can't wait 'til next weekend since it will be Christmas. Looking forward to spending time with loved ones even though my loved ones are far away from me.

Getting ready for IUI#1

Wow I can't believe that the time has finally arrived and that tomorrow I start my first round of injections. I went to my CD2 appt and Dr Burger said that everything looked great and that she was super excited for me. Since I'm young (27), she doesn't want me to produce an excess amount of follicles so my initial dose is 112.5 for tomorrow and 75 for Saturday and Sunday. Carlos can't wait...he's been looking forward to stabbing me with the small needle ever since we took our "injection class". The nurse gave me my stack of lab slips in order to check my E2 levels before each follow-up appt. My next appt is on Monday and Dr Burger will let me know what the next doses will be depending on my progress. If it's in GOD's plan, I will be having the back to back IUI's the week after Christmas.

There's a lot of emotions that are going through me right now that it's hard to put into words. I'm happy, nervous, anxious, you name it...it's been almost 2 years since I took the last BCP and I never thought that it would take us this long to become parents. My 28th birthday is next month so it would be a nice gift to give to myself and my mother...All I know is that I'm leaving everything in GOD's hands and in HIS infinite time Carlos and I will become parents!!!

...Almost There

We had our "injection lesson" at TCF on Thursday. We were both ready and eager to figure out what the next steps would be once we got this show on the road. After the lesson we realized that TTC is in God's hands and that we will do anything in our power to become parents. I received a call later that night from the fertility pharmacy to verify my address and to schedule my delivery.

My last Provera pill is tomorrow...from Monday going foward it's all up to my body. Here's to HOPE and FAITH and our simple DREAM...

Some GOOD News...

Had my appt on Thursday with Dr Burger and I was so eager to see what the u/s had in store for me. I quickly jumped on the table and starred at the holiday decor while glancing at my cell. Dr Burger came in within a few minutes and greeted me with a smile. We talked about what had happened in my last two visits and also discussed what treatment we would do. As she got ready to do the u/s, my heart knew that I would get some GOOD news...and I did!!! Dr Burger did not find the cyst that had been pausing my TTC journey. She checked both ovaries and my lining. She was happy with the results that the u/s showed. I couldn't wait to get out of the room and call Carlos and my Mom.

I quickly got dressed, left the exam room and waited to get signed out. Since we are headed down the injection path, the nurse gave me an appt for Tuesday for "Injection Lessons". Dr Burger also gave me a prescription for Provera to induce my flow. So....If everything stays on track and in God's plan, I can start this cycle prior to Christmas. I quickly signed out and called Carlos but he didn't answer so I called Mom and she was thrilled with my update.

I know that God has his way with things but HE knows what our hearts desire and I'm hoping and praying that 2010 will close on a happy note and that 2011 will bring me happy news. I also need to ask Dr Burger if we can do a 3 month prescription since my new health insurance plan starts in January with a new deductible. In the meantime...I'll take my pills and let God do the rest.

Happy Holidays!!!

...Super HAPPY!!!

Quick update: Went to my appt today and I got the best news...the cyst is GONE!!! If I could've taken a picture of the sonogram I would have. I'm excited to get back on the TTC road...thought that this road would have to wait until 2011 but GOD heard my prayer.

With this news comes the realization that now our medication bills are going to increase since I opted for the injections. We have a "class" scheduled for next Tuesday at 1:15pm in order to understand the process, prices, side effects and other things associated with the injections.

In the mean time Dr Burger prescribed Provera to induce my flow to get things moving again :-) I'm extremely happy that she's back from her maternity leave...she understands what we are going through and it's easier to talk to her than to the other doctors.

Hope everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving Holiday!!!

Looking forward to Christmas...only 23 more days!!!