I thought it fitting to have my first real fertility appointment with my new doctor during the week of my birthday. It made sense with beginning a new year of life and I feel good about my doctor. She was able to reassure me that it's okay and we can still get pregnant. I think it's important to hear any positivity in these situations and any doctor who can provide that no matter the circumstance is a hero in my book.
She not only reassured me with the fact that we did get pregnant, but also that she had her son at the age of 35, so this whole clock dwindling concept is silly. I left that appointment with directions to get an HSG done which basically determines if your fallopian tubes flow properly and addresses my "upside down-heart-shaped uterus." There is a much fancier term for it (bicornuate uterus), but I prefer my catchy phrase.
The test was today and for those of you who have not experienced it, they tell you it feels like your worst period cramp. My friends, unless you take pain like a champ, they are lying to you. Don't let me scare you though. It doesn't last very long and you'll survive it, so you've got that going for you. I didn't know what to expect from this appointment in reference to answers, so was quite excited to find out right away. It appears my fallopian tubes are doing what they are supposed to (Yippee!) and they did observe my uterus to have the heart shape I mentioned earlier. Basically, it has two chambers which creates less space for a baby to grow. This does not impact getting pregnant but does pose a risk for premature labor. I've researched it online and have read of many, many successful pregnancies from having this. All in all, the pain was worth the answers I received.
Being the inquisitor that I am, I asked the doctor her thoughts. Today's OBGYN was not who I will see regularly, but she had this easy-going manner about her that made me feel comfortable talking to her about my worries. She was very reassuring and said it is a good sign that we were able to get pregnant which shows we can and that women are "extra fertile" after this procedure then winked. This then made me laugh and tear up a bit simultaneously. She said it would be likely that we would go back on Chlomid since that proved to be successful before and if that did't work, we would likely be referred to a fertility specialist who would perform an IUI (intrauterine insemination). This places the little guys where they need to go to aid in fertilization. We will obviously do what it takes, but I like that there is a path. I've felt extremely calm lately and have been praying each day. This is one thing I will not be able to control which is hard for most, so I need to have faith that what is meant to be will be. I will continue to maintain the needed weight gained, not run too many miles, drink water, and enjoy each day. The rest will be up to the big guy upstairs.
She not only reassured me with the fact that we did get pregnant, but also that she had her son at the age of 35, so this whole clock dwindling concept is silly. I left that appointment with directions to get an HSG done which basically determines if your fallopian tubes flow properly and addresses my "upside down-heart-shaped uterus." There is a much fancier term for it (bicornuate uterus), but I prefer my catchy phrase.
The test was today and for those of you who have not experienced it, they tell you it feels like your worst period cramp. My friends, unless you take pain like a champ, they are lying to you. Don't let me scare you though. It doesn't last very long and you'll survive it, so you've got that going for you. I didn't know what to expect from this appointment in reference to answers, so was quite excited to find out right away. It appears my fallopian tubes are doing what they are supposed to (Yippee!) and they did observe my uterus to have the heart shape I mentioned earlier. Basically, it has two chambers which creates less space for a baby to grow. This does not impact getting pregnant but does pose a risk for premature labor. I've researched it online and have read of many, many successful pregnancies from having this. All in all, the pain was worth the answers I received.
Being the inquisitor that I am, I asked the doctor her thoughts. Today's OBGYN was not who I will see regularly, but she had this easy-going manner about her that made me feel comfortable talking to her about my worries. She was very reassuring and said it is a good sign that we were able to get pregnant which shows we can and that women are "extra fertile" after this procedure then winked. This then made me laugh and tear up a bit simultaneously. She said it would be likely that we would go back on Chlomid since that proved to be successful before and if that did't work, we would likely be referred to a fertility specialist who would perform an IUI (intrauterine insemination). This places the little guys where they need to go to aid in fertilization. We will obviously do what it takes, but I like that there is a path. I've felt extremely calm lately and have been praying each day. This is one thing I will not be able to control which is hard for most, so I need to have faith that what is meant to be will be. I will continue to maintain the needed weight gained, not run too many miles, drink water, and enjoy each day. The rest will be up to the big guy upstairs.
Great blog Jess.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Amy. That means a great deal.
ReplyDeleteKeep taking care of yourself and stay positive. I lost one baby and then had James when I was 36. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. :)
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