I wish there were awards, trophies, or medals for "accomplishments" in IF. Examples of awards would be: HSG completed, semen analysis (for the hubby), sharps bin full, first injection, etc. My walls and shelves would be lookin' good!
My sharps bin is getting full and is starting to get heavy. I started Lupron on Thursday and haven't really had any issues. I did get one hot flash but I had just gotten out of the shower and was hot already. By the end though I was dripping in sweat. Not a ton of fun.
I am giving the injections myself this cycle which is different. The biggest difference is that I focus more on the motor task of giving the shot than the sensory aspect of how it feels. So far so good.
I've started to cut back on my dairy intake and find that breakfast is the hardest meal. I was a pole-vaulter in high school and had back issues for a little bit. My mom took me to a chiropractor and he said it was my kidneys and that I should cut dairy out of my diet. At the time that seemed crazy. When I saw the acupuncturist she noted that my kidneys were off (I can't remember exactly what she said so this is what I took away from it). I then remembered the advice from the chiropractor. I haven't been perfect, but I am making an effort to cut back.
Has anyone tried the Circle + Bloom meditation for IVF series? Any feedback would be appreciated. I am thinking of purchasing it, but would also love to find someone who has it and could copy it for me for a small fee. Any takers?
I've had a look at the Circle+Bloom site, but I thought it was too expensive. My treatment costs enough already!
ReplyDeleteI have mixed feelings about the IVF Circle + Bloom. I've done it. The imagery is a bit odd to me at times, but it does help me to sleep (I usually put it on and fall asleep to it). I'm not sure how to copy it... sorry! :(
ReplyDeleteI used the circle + bloom IVF program and liked it. It did help me relax, though I agree with Baby Hopes: some of the imagery is a bit odd. (And especially in my case, since we used donor eggs.)
ReplyDeleteBecause I downloaded it from their website instead of buying the CDs, I don't know how I'd copy it for someone. (There may be a way to get it from my computer's iTunes to yours, but I wouldn't know how.)
I haven't looked into the Circle + Bloom program, but will now. I agree with you, too bad there aren't awards or trophies for what we go through.
ReplyDeleteWishing you the best!
ICLW
I used the Circle and Bloom everyday and looked forward to it. I recommend it!
ReplyDeleteLiz, I think I may have figured out a way to "share" my circle + bloom download with you. Email me and we'll give it a try. ;-)
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