Here we go again!

I started my Lupron injections again last night. Let's hope we have better luck this time around. My complexion started to look better so I'm a little worried my estrogen level is high. Maybe it's just from the bcp's. I'm hoping. I got a big old hive at the injection site but it went away in about an hour. It happened the last time and each injection after the first got less irritating. Thank goodness I'm not allergic to these!

I've done some reading about estrogen levels. My lowest level I ever had was 52. I'm not sure that's low enough to have a successful IVF. I'd love to see one in the 20's or 30's. My FSH has been fine which is a big indicator of menopause. I'm not sure how PCOS affects these levels. It's something I am going to ask at my next appointment. I guess the real test will be with the stimming drugs and seeing how I respond. The nurse told me the protocol I'm on works very well for PCOS patients who had no luck with IUI's. Fingers are crossed.

I checked out that infertility relaxation program. I think I just want some meditation CD's. The program was a little too earthy crunchy for me. There's not enough information regarding the CD for sale. Some of the ideas offered regarding parties and creating art pieces is not for me. Creating a bracelet to commemorate my journey would be ok but throwing paint on a canvas to let out my emotions is a bit over the top for me. I can just let them out on Chris! Just kidding.

I am off to finish laundry them hit the mall to do some more Christmas shopping. I refuse to go near the mall after Thanksgiving. It's just crazy. And where do all those people come from??? Even on weekdays. It's nuts. Some people thrive on it. I can't stand it. My goal is to have all my shopping done by Thanksgiving. I may just make it this year. Plus, if we actually get through an IVF cycle, and we are not pg, we will find this out mid December. If the tree isn't up and gifts aren't bought, I'm not sure I will have much left in me to be festive. If we are pg.....then there will be so much less to do and more time to relax and enjoy!