Starting my parental journey, part 9

You can read part 1 here, read part 2 here, read part 3 here, read part 4 here, read part 5 here, read part 6 here, read part 7 here, and read part 8 here.

I've officially begun my second cycle. On Wednesday, I had a virtual appointment, yesterday I had my baseline ultrasound, and today I began injections again.

On Wednesday, I expressed my concern about my weight and was told not to fret about it for this cycle but that I should work on it for my health. I got told some vague things about measuring my food by volume and weight and that being the key the weight loss (idk it sounded weird to me). But other than that my appointment went well and I really liked the PA I met with. Overall, she was supportive and encouraging me to advocate for myself.

Yesterday, I had to get up earlier than normal (6am) so I could make it to my ultrasound at 7am (I have asked for future ultrasounds to be at 8am). I got weighed (ugh), had my blood drawn, and then waited for my preferred ultrasound room. My ultrasound was quick but I was again told that my future ones might take a while because I have a lot of eggs (let's hope we get more this time). I was also once again told to relax during the ultrasound and I wonder if that ever actually helps anyone (it certainly doesn't help me).

My meds were also delivered yesterday (later than previous deliveries so I was starting to get worried). I now have a huge pile of new meds that I will be taking. My doses have increased a bit so we'll see how I handle it. I've been feeling a bit down over the past few days (post-C2E2 blues mixed with some stressful work situations) so I hope the meds don't amplify those feelings.

Today I did my first injection. I had forgotten how to mix the medication well so I had to watch the video again but it wasn't too difficult. I'll be housesitting on and off during my injection period so that means lugging them back and forth but that's okay.

I also got my period today which is a good thing. I do find it weird that they ask at the doctor, "Have you had a bleed yet?" Idk the phrasing is just off-putting to me and feels like something out of Game of Thrones or something. I guess next time I can say yes.

Let's hope this round goes well. I plan to keep you all as updated as my time and energy allows.

I'll end this post like I ended my last one. If you have the time and energy, please keep me in your thoughts and/or prayers as I go through all of it, and see this post about ways to support me through it if you're wondering what I may need/want during this time.

(Prompt by me)

"Pregnancy/Baby Bump" by Alabama Extension

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