Lucky seven!

After our last try didn't work, I took a break from blogging & surrogacy in general.  I had to take a break. The last failed cycle was mentally and physically exhausting. The meds take a toll, and its no fun being in total hormonal overload, with a big crash when the meds stop. It was nice to get back to my "regular" life and take a break for a little while. Jen mentioned in January they'd like to try again, and I was totally on board. I started meds in March and we're all ready to go! This is our 7th try, and hopefully the LAST try!! John needs a sibling!!

As of this moment, the parents have 7 little embryos growing nicely. IVF transfer day is not scheduled yet, possibly Saturday or Monday.

FINALLY!!!
Finally, for real, today is THE day. "We" officially start shots and other meds in preparation for IVF next month.

Only 10 days left of BCPs, and I start Lupron shots on 9/16. We are finally moving forward with this cycle after 3 date changes. :)

And again..changed! Pushed 4 more days for an IVF date of October 14-16.

Our calendar has changed again! We've been pushed to October. The change adds 15 more days of the Pill for me, then shots & other meds start on 9/11. Tentative transfer day is October 7-10.

That's it?

Well, my big box of drugs arrived. Yes, that's it. More anti-climactic than I remember. Yes, I'm excited and nervous at the same time. So glad to help J & B add to their family, and also feeling the "hope it works" pressure. Aug 16th is the official start to our IVF Cycle.

Calendar & drugs!

Well, we are on our way! Jen sent my medication schedule via email today! Freedom Drug called this morning, and all my meds will be here tomorrow. I have to be here to sign for my meds, so I'll be waiting for the Fed Ex guy tomorrow!
So much of surrogacy is a waiting game. My husband's fortune cookie from today's lunch reads "The course of life in unpredictable...no one can write his autobiography in advance." Fitting? Yes. Giving me more patience? NO.