But You Have a Beautiful Uterus…
Thank you so much for your well wishes! Please keep wishing a little longer - transfer is delayed just a few more days.
Sorry for the lapse in posting. I’ve been feeling a little woozy (and sleepy and bloated and crampy) since my doctor decided to ramp up my estrogen intake. My lining measured a measly 6 mm on Monday - not quite what it needs to be for an optimum FET (frozen embryo transfer). A thickness of 8 mm or more is preferred by most Reproductive Endocrinologists.
I won’t lie. I was disappointed, angry (at my body), sad. My nurse tried to cheer me up by pointing to the ultrasound and showing me how “beautiful” my uterus looks. So that’s been my consolation prize this week. Michael is getting a huge kick out of exclaiming, “oh my goodness, I’ve never seen such a beautiful uterus!” at random moments.
So, me and the girls will be traveling to the clinic again tomorrow morning for another ultrasound, which will hopefully reveal a beautiful and deliciously juicy ute.
In the meantime, I have some catching up to do, don’t I? Check back often as I try to cram(p) a week’s worth of fertile news into the next few days.
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5 opinions for But You Have a Beautiful Uterus…
Angelique
Jul 17, 2008 at 5:05 pm
I know when I first met you, my initial thought was, “Man! She has a beautiful uterus!”
Jamie
Jul 18, 2008 at 8:18 am
I know how is feels to be so frustrated with your body. Of all the things to NOT have any control over!!
Melis
Jul 18, 2008 at 10:30 am
It seems wrong, but I’ve been thinking of your endometrium all week! =) LOL I’m sorry I’ve not been focused enough on thickness! Maybe that will be my poolside meditation this weekend! =) You and M are welcome to swim if you’re interested!
Gabrielle
Jul 18, 2008 at 10:54 am
Melis - Ohmmmm! Much as I try, M still remains not a fan of swimming pools. But I AM! Just found out my mom is coming in for the weekend and then some (oh great timing….) but I am def. keeping your invite in mind! Thank you!
Jamie - You nailed it. It really was frustration more than anything else that had me so bummed on Monday. Still not in control, but I have better news to share….
Angelique - you are too funny! I’ve been missing you. Check your email. I am sending you a little sumpin’
Megan
Jul 19, 2008 at 10:48 am
Good luck with the transfer! I’ve had lining issues, too, and the estrogen supplements were no fun. Thinking of you.
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