Egg Retrieval

Well, that part is over. I had a successful retrieval of 7 eggs yesterday, although there were more my doctor didn't take out because they weren't mature. Out of those 7, five have fertilized using ICSI, which is when they inject the sperm directly into the egg. We needed to do that because of DH's low count and motility.  My hubby's sperm was not at its best (we had some better counts on a few IUIs) which was disappointing since he's been doing so much to improve it. He has lost 15 pounds, sworn off chocolate and has been taking Fertility Blend for men and a daily vitamin. Oh, well.

I have heard it's quality not quantity that counts, so here's to a few good eggs!

The procedure went well. It's pretty simple but does require sedation. I was less scared about that this time because I had been under for the polyp removal. It's always the time after that's the most difficult because it hurts, darnit! You really need to take it easy the rest of the day because the anesthesia takes 24 hours to wear off. I am still sore today (the day after) and don't have a heck of a lot of energy. I started the progesterone injections yesterday as well as antibiotics, Medrol (to suppress inflammation) and Estradiol, a form of estrogen

I feel very bloated, like I have a fleshy fanny-pack stuck to my stomach. Pretty.