Getting This Party Started!

I just got cleared to start my meds...holy cow.

I've been driving myself crazy waiting for this day, but I have to say, I'm a little bit more nervous than I thought I would be.

I was randomized to the Menopur group in the study which I have mixed feelings about. I have talked to a lot of people that are a fan and some that think it's too aggressive to start with...we're going with it. One cycle at a time. One injection at a time. If it ever stops feeling right, we'll stop.

I was most concerned about ovarian hyperstimulation, but the Doctors have reassured me that I will be monitored so frequently that they would catch it very early, before it was a problem. Speaking of the monitoring...wow. I am going to be spending A LOT of time at this RE Clinic! Good thing I have a good selection books on my to-read list! I am only left wishing that it wasn't a 45 minute drive there.

Overall I am feeling excited and lucky to have qualified for the study...I felt especially lucky when I picked up my $1200 worth of menopur today that I didn't have to write a check for :) 

I had a "moment" today during my ultrasound when the RE pointed out the good potential follicles. Not everyone gets to see the beginnings of their baby like we do...one of the perks of infertility? Maybe not quite, but it was kind of fun thinking that one or two of those could soon be growing in my belly into my baby.

Next step: injections!