This letter was recently found located mysteriously by the ultrasound instrument at our fertility clinic ... Dear Mr. Ultrasound Wand, It's not you, it's me. We had a good 6 year running. I feel like you really got to know me, very intimately and definitely saw a part of me that no one ever has. … [Read more...]
10 Tips on How to Survive Progesterone Shots
PIO shots are a pain in my ass! PIO stands for progesterone in oil and seems to be a staple medication for many fertility clinics. Progesterone is essential for building and maintaining the lining of the uterus see link as well as supporting the developing embryo see other link. The previous links have a ton more information about … [Read more...]
Hysteroscopy: Whooby-Whaty?
After our previously failed IVF round, we both had a sneaking suspicion that during our WTF appointment with our RE we would probably be asked if we were game for another hysteroscopy. Really I think since I have such an epic uterus they can't stop wanting to look at it, ever stare at the sun? I kid I kid. What is a hysteroscopy you ask? Well … [Read more...]