So where are we??

We are anxiously awaiting the start of our protocol.  I will be doing what is called "Antagonist Protocol (E2/GnRH ant suppression)".  Wow, if that isn't a mouth full and a fancy name at that!  Basically this is a two month protocol where in month one my doctor suppresses my system and fools it into thinking I am in menopause.  Geez, doesn't that just sound like a boat load of fun!! =)  Once the system is suppressed I begin the phase where they will stimulate my system to make lots and lots of eggs (hopefully!).

So for now, we are just hanging out and waiting for everything to line up to begin phase I.  My guesstimation is this will be around next Wednesday (May 11th), so stay tuned!!

We made LOTS of changes this go round so hopefully that will change our results!  Different clinic, different doctor, different protocol, different diet, different exercise regimen and lower stress level.  Hmmmm, what else can I do differently!!!!

1)     Protocol – right now I am just on DHEA which is a mild testosterone.  There are studies that show 90 days on DHEA prior to treatment could possibly increase egg quality and quantity.

2)     Emotions/Sanity Check – so far so good…except it is yet ANOTHER Mother’s Day that I only get to celebrate with my furry child!  Thank God for him!!  This is how he greeted me this morning:

Doesn't he just look THRILLED to see me???

3)     Clinic visits – not applicable yet

4)     Daily affirmation – I commit to living my life fully in this moment.  (it is so easy to get lost in wanting what we don’t have that we forget to stop and enjoy our life for the moment we are in)