finding strength and staying hopeful

[jacquiedl]

hello everyone,
here are my questions........ progestrone make people very emotional?  how do we keep trying to stay optimistic when dissappointment is all we know?

My story is.........  my husband and i have been trying for 2+ years. the first year and a half was a waste of time because i had a fibroid in my uterus that my regular OB neglected to mention to me.  after i took myself to a fertility doc she said i needed to get the fibroid removed before i could ever get pregnant.  they also felt that my FSH level 8.5 was a bit high for my age (34) and that clomid would be good.  after surgery, with the help of clomid i did get pregnant, but it was not a viable pregnancy and i got a D&C in August.  Since then we have tried with clomid 3 times- no luck.  this month we are doing bravelle injections and i seem to be responded well. i got inseminated on monday and i am trying to be very positive, but since i started the progesterone i'm having a hard time.

the past few months have been very challenging- emotionally.  the clomid didn't help things AT ALL.  So, i have been seeking out support from people that are going through infertility struggles because it seems to be the only way to feel better.

how do people stay positive when all we know is disappointment?

[jacquiedl]

i can't thank you all enough for your kindness and support.  i will try my best to stay positive.  we will find out next monday.  much love, J

[bengalib]

Hi - I know it is difficult to stay postive... I am in the same boat... my husband and I have been trying for 3 years with no luck.  Last year, I got a lap (though my doctor mentioned that I did not need to) and found out that I had endo and a small cyst.  He then mentioned this could be preventing me from getting pregnant for the past 2 + years.  Before that, I was on meds such as clomid -IUI for 3 cycles, etc...  I know it can be disappointing...we are still trying and considering IVF...but you can't give up hope.  It is difficult to stay positive but try to relax.  I have been trying to do different things to relax- yoga, accupuncture, talking to others, trying to take it easy...not working as hard... and just thinking...it will happen when it is meant to happen.

[Houston79]

I agree, progesterone is not cool!! I had a hard time when I was on it.  It also mimics pregnancy symptoms..ugh!  I'm sorry you've had such a hard time ttc-I can relate.  I want to let you know that we are all here for each other and you came to the right place.    I hope this cycle is your BFP. Good luck!

[LisaRG]

I know its tough, but I think you should stay hopeful.  You have your age working for you and you know you can get pregnant.
Progesterone should be illegal!  It makes the happiest most positive person a nutty fruit loop.
Try to look past your homones to a brighter day.
You sound like you need to take a break and pamper yourself - to much negativity will never help while ttc.
Did you try accupunture for stress and hormone relief?
Good luck to you,
Lisa