So the doctor has recommended that we might what to consider IVF to help us out. I’ve been doing so much reading on it that I think my brain cells are on over load. The cost alone is freaking me out. We found out today that our insurance does not cover it. CRAP! I’m really praying that we are able to avoid all of this and have a child naturally. Wouldn’t that just be great?! I’m still going off the hope that since I had the HSG done and it may have “cleared anything in the way” and that it may help us get pregnant. Even with a lower sperm count. One can always hope and pray right? I should be ovulating this weekend (hopefully since I have a messed up cycle), so we will see how that all goes.
Another thing I've started to look into is IUI. I think that would be our first option to try before IVF. Its a heck of a lot cheaper!
Another thing I've started to look into is IUI. I think that would be our first option to try before IVF. Its a heck of a lot cheaper!
On a plus note I’ve lost 20 pounds so far (since Oct. 8). We’re both calorie counting and trying to eat healthy. It’s amazing how great we feel just by eating right. I actually look forward to stepping on the scale every morning now. Granted I can’t really see where this weight is coming off of, but that’s ok hopefully soon I will notice. 
I saw you recently commented on my blog. We struggled for over a year and a half to have our little guy. We were told we would need ART (assisted reproductive treatment) also. My husband had very low sperm quality but we conceived two weeks before his scheduled surgery!! Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on all your weight loss. That is a huge achievement.
ReplyDeleteFrom my experience, I don't think that IUI is a good option for you. With only one ovary and low sperm count, your chances are very low. We spent a year doing IUIs, and the emotional ups and down were exhausting.
If cost is an issue, perhaps you could consider Embryo Adoption? It's much cheaper than IVF, physically less grueling, and the success rates are much higher than IUIs.
http://www.nightlight.org/adoption-services/snowflakes-embryo/default.aspx
Hey there! I guess its my computer @ work because I am seeing you blog now via phone. Just wanted to say congratulations on the weight loss! If you do an IUI get them to inseminate the sperm in the tune where you have one ovary. I forgot what's it called. Anything is worth trying to get a miracle. Praying that you don't have long to wait for a baby!
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