We are on Stim Day #2 at the Patterson household. It's going pretty well so far. I started the micro Lupron on Tuesday morning (20 units, morning and evening), and started the stims (4 Bravelle in the AM and 4 Menopur in the PM) yesterday. That makes four shots per day - 2 in the morning and 2 in the evening, along with taking 5 pills each day - bcp, baby aspirin, and DHEA 3x's. I never thought I would be able to give myself a shot and look at me now! :-) It will all be worth it when we are holding our baby in our arms! Here's the infamous meds picture:
But, once again, I have to appreciate and be so grateful for the insurance we have! The meds were around $8,000 of which we only paid $55! It is so amazing especially since I know there are so many people who have no or very little infertility coverage.
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It is crazy how quickly you can adjust to giving shots :) women are amazing! and that is great insurance!! my meds with insurance were $900....i was like, what? but i know they way way more without insurance. good luck this cycle!
That's awesome about the insurance. Every little bit helps, doesn't it? :)
THat's awesome about the insurance!! I would love that!!! We spend 2,800 on meds this cycle. I think it's so horrible that my state doesn't have insurance that covers IF!! I'm praying that this is your cycle!!
Wow - that's fantastic about your insurance!! I'm glad the shots are going well. It's amazing what we can learn to endure, isn't it?
That's great about your insurance!!! Mine cost about $2,994.17 Ya.. right under 3,000... it stinks, but it will be worth it if this works:)Hope you have a great day!!
Hugs,
Hannah
It's so great when insurance covers anything related to fertility. We're paying a bunch to keep a policy with fertility coverage through Cobra and I feel so blessed that we have that option. Anyway, we're right behind you. I start stims tonight. I'm hoping that May will be the month for BFPs. Good Luck!!!
~C
I agree. Thank God for insurance!
Wishing you good luck this cycle!! Keep us updated!
4 shots a day, you got me topped. Hope your tummy stays bruise-free. Completely jealous of you insurance coverage, I wish I only had a fraction of your coverage.
May is going to be a lucky month!
You're on a lot of the same meds that I was on this last time around...they totally changed my protocol and these are the meds that worked! :)
Okay, your insurance coverage ROCKS! That's a huge blessing and I'm so happy that you have that. I want to fight for all couples to have this type of coverage for IF treatment.
Praying that this is your time, girl!!!
((HUGS))
Wow! That's a nice haul for $55!! Good luck with this cycle...I'm hoping it's the one!
Fingers crossed for you!!! wow only $55 That's is just great!!!
That sure is a lot of meds. I am having a hard time remembering if I give myself my one shot. I can't imagine 4!
Hi Amber,
I am so excited for you! I will be eagerly reading your blog. Thank you for your wonderful support. Your positive attitude and strength are an inspiration to me and many others. x
Amber, I had no idea you were going through this. I have a very good friend who is also having trouble getting pregnant; she is only on her seventh or eighth month trying, but I know she's already feeling frustrated. I wish you all the best with this new program you are on! You and your future family will be in my thoughts.
you are trucking along with your stims. i hope things are progressing wonderfully!
that is some awesome insurance Amber! praying for a successful cycle :)
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