We are still very hopeful that IUI is what is going to work for us. November was our first round and we didn't do a trigger shot then. For those that aren't aware a trigger shot basically makes you ovulate at a specific time usually right around 12 hours after the shot. So normally you will do the shot the night before you go in for the IUI. We have decided that from here on out we will more than likely be doing the trigger shot as well, that way we can pinpoint even more accurate the time frame. You might ask why we didn't do that to begin with. Honestly the amount of medicine I am taking as it is we felt like it was a good idea to at least try to do at least one part as natural as possible.
Like I've said in other posts about IUI it will take me up to the percentage that a normal person without any fertility issues would have, which is 20%. SO let me break this down so you can get an idea of what I'm working against. Without the meds i am between 0-5%, the meds take me up to about 10-13% which is still not enough. So doing the IUI every month will take me up to the 20%. However it is best that you continuously do it and not skip a month. If you skip a month your chances start to go back down. Which in all honesty is a waste of money in my mind because you will end up having to play catch up.
Unfortunately we are now out of the TI (timed intercourse) phase of treatment so now TRICARE doesn't cover the IUI. So we are having to pay out of pocket. Lets face it when it comes down to it that is alot of money, if it doesn't work we have to pay again...........
Which brings me to another topic. Our amazing friends Caroline and Kyle have started a fundraiser to help us with our out of pocket expenses pertaining to our treatments. My husband and I are so beyond grateful. As you all know we are not the type of people to ask for "handouts" or even do the dreaded gofundme. But with friends like these they have figured out a way to still help us.
The following is a statement from our amazing friends.........
"My husband and I organized this campaign for our dear friends, Andrew and Aly. They have been suffering with diagnosed infertility for over a year, and have recently begun IUI treatments towards their miracle baby. Never once have either one of them asked for "handouts," from strangers, but I can't imagine the financial burden Tricare is leaving them with. It breaks my heart that health insurance companies aren't friendly to those who need specialized treatments in order to g...row their family, or that such treatments have to cost so much money.
I firmly believe that genuine people deserve to be parents, and that faith and love will guide a sweet baby into their loving arms. We wanted to offer a place for family and friends to be able to help their cause, and support awareness.
Please, at the very least, share this post. It is my prayer their story meets a kind giving heart this holiday season. Let's help give a deserving family get their miracle!"
The fundraiser they started was for a shirt, that way not only would people help but they would also get something in return.
Please, at the very least, share this post. It is my prayer their story meets a kind giving heart this holiday season. Let's help give a deserving family get their miracle!"
The fundraiser they started was for a shirt, that way not only would people help but they would also get something in return.
To order click here, also we are asking for people to at the very least to share the link on their social media. The price of the shirt is $20
Thank you so much everyone for all of your support throughout this journey. It means the world to us.
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