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The schedule

As we all know...infertility does not lend itself to accidentally BFP. Actually...nothing is an accident these days...we have quite a schedule full of meds, lab work, appointments and u/s. So here's the plan:

Continue with BC
August 19th-IVF information meeting
August 24th- lab work for Tim and I, plus a trial transfer, and I believe start lupron injections
September 4th- Follistim injections
September 14th- tentative egg retrieval
September 19th- transfer
October 3rd- pregnancy test!!!

Of course I am scared, nervous and apprehensive....however, despite all of those feelings I am trying to put forth all of the positive energy I can. We have shared this journey with family and a few close friends...and everyone has been so supportive. I am not for sure if people understand how extensive this really is...but I will take thier support reguardless. Overall, we have only recieved one strange comment...refering to this whole thing as a test tube baby. Really? What is this...1980. But, once again, I have decided that it is of utter importance to focus on the postive and healthy aspects and not ponder on stupidity.

Overall, I am getting pretty excited. I am sooo ready to be pregnant!

Comments

  1. BrennaAugust 17, 2009 at 5:42 AM

    Good luck Kate! I'm 100% behind you and will support you all in any way that I can. You have great doctors, you're in good hands, and I imagine that Zoelle is watching and doing her part to wish a sibling into reality for your family. xxoo -Brenna

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  2. DonnaAugust 17, 2009 at 5:51 AM

    Congratulations! I really hope this IVF cycle goes smoothly for you. I know you are excited to be so close to starting.

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  3. CourtneyAugust 17, 2009 at 7:15 AM

    I am sooo excited for you Kate. Always here for you my dear friend.

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  4. TinaAugust 17, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    Hoping and praying all goes well! Good Luck!!!

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  5. SummerAugust 17, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Good luck Kate!

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  6. BreeAugust 17, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Were right there with you, friend! I'm hoping and praying for you each day. So excited for you!

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