Infertility 101 I went to a class at my local RE’s office a while back and thought I would share the good information I got with you. They said “other” is things like rare genetic issues. The Fertility Work up is the first things that your RE will check. For more on HSG click…
Over the years I have come to learn that fertility medications can be a blessing and a curse. They are a huge blessing because they help infertile couples (like myself) in their journey to become pregnant. But they can be a curse because of the nasty side effects they bring. And to be blunt- those…
Clomiphene Citrate – Clomid, Serophene If your basic infertility work-up indicates that you are not ovulating regularly or if you are ovulating very late or early in the cycle, your physician may suggest Clomiphene Citrate. Indications for use: In women, Clomiphene is used to induce ovulation, to correct irregular ovulation, to help increase egg…
I was driving with Mitch the other day, and our conversation went a little like this… Melissa: So Mitch, if you are bored, you could write an article about your feelings on Clomid. Mitch: I’m not a very good writer. Melissa: If I can do it, you can. You are a way better writer…
My journey trying to have children has been a roller coaster of little triumphs and trials. Every day is different. Most days I’m positive and am anxiously trying something new to help with my infertility. Other days I feel defeated, like I just want to give up…and some days I do, but that’s ok. Sometimes I…
