Transfer #2 Complete!!!

The husband and I arrived in New York on Tuesday evening. We didn’t need to catch a plane; the butterflies in my stomach could have carried us there. What did we do that evening? The intended parents NEVER disappoint. They always take us somewhere very nice to eat! It makes it hard to come home because we are so spoiled with delicious food. This time we ate at an amazing Mexican restaurant. It was really chilly outside so we ate OUTSIDE! It was so pretty, there were heaters glowing all around which made it the perfect temperature outside at our table. The view was amazing, the food was amazing, and the company was amazing!!

We arrived at our hotel later that night after walking around the city. I was so tired I just fell into bed and of course COULDN’T sleep! Our appointment was early the next morning, at 8:30, and I was so glad. We arrived at the clinic and had to wait awhile. Felt like FOREVER. Finally, it was time to go into the room and change into my gown. They had my husband come in and sit with me. They weren’t quite ready to start yet because they were still thawing out the frozen embryos. This time on the TV they had spinning kaleidoscopes instead of the creepy graveyard scene they had last time we were there. Thank goodness.

Finally, the doctor came in the room and got me prepped for the procedure. It was quite painful, felt like he might have pinched something. Yup, that is a great visual but at least you didn’t have to feel it! The parents were then brought into the room. The displayed the embryos on the TV screen. 

We got to watch the embryologist suck them out of the dish on the TV and then he brought them into the room. The nurse was holding an ultrasound transducer displaying my uterus on a screen. As the doctor inserted the embryos, we were able to watch them on the screen. They looked like a very bright flash of light. It was very amazing to watch.

After the procedure I had to lay there for ten minutes. This time the parents stayed in the room. I was happy for that. Last time the nurse had them leave and I became very emotional. I was able to feel more relaxed this time. 

What exciting things did the rest of the day have in store? Bed rest. It was torture. I don’t think it would have been so bad if I was at home but there I was in the middle of tons of fun things to do and I had to be in bed. However, if there ever was a good reason to be in bed that was it and I was very happy to be there. The parents stocked the room full of food and drinks and came to check on us throughout the day. This was the most time I had spent with my husband since school started so it was great! He is my rock. He rubbed my feet and back most of the day. I did sleep a lot but was uncomfortable and crampy.

We had to be at the airport by 8:30 the next morning. I always hate saying goodbye to the parents. Now that I am home, I have entered the dreaded 2WW(2 week wait). Friday, October 18^th is our pregnancy test. I am so excited we don’t have school so I can go as soon as the lab opens!! I decided not to take a home pregnancy test this time. I am just relaxing and not stressing over what is to come. I believe what is meant to be is what is going to happen. Of course I am partial to how I want that to go!

Restrictions are the same this time around. No bath for two weeks…this is always the hardest I love my baths! No carrying anything and no stairs. This one has proved to be a challenge at school but I am abiding. No sex for 2 weeks (poor hubby). I am still taking my daily meds. Estrogen twice a day, prenatal vitamins, baby aspirin, progesterone by injection every morning (this will continue for 14 weeks) and also progesterone vaginally every night. I recently sent the parents a picture of my injection site. A huge bruise and lump. I must say it was pretty impressive. They are so funny….every time I see or talk to them they apologize that I have to give myself shots.

I have been practicing with my second graders what it should look and sound like in the room when Mrs. J has to run to the bathroom. I told them that I am taking some medicine that makes me feel sick. They are so caring and sweet.

So here I am. Not stressing but praying at the same time. I still cannot believe that I am blessed to be a part of this journey. I want nothing more than to make these amazing people parents….God willing. Although I am staying relaxed and positive, I would be lying if I said that reminders of the last pregnancy don’t crush me. To those of you who have offered words of encouragement and even hugs…thank you. Thank you. Thank you. It absolutely lifts me up on the days when I am feeling the effects from the medications. It really touches my heart that so many people have commented on my journey.

Until Friday, stay blessed and send sticky vibes my way!!