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Introduction

Last entry for 1999 -- as if that means anything.

So here's the update. Today is Cycle Day 16 and I'm 6 dpo. The insemination last Thursday went as well as it possibly could -- DH's sperm count was very high -- my cervix was wide open (so I'm told) -- all good. The only downside was the pain that started that night and continued fairly steadily throughout Xmas weekend -- when your ovaries are hyperstimulated as mine were, post-ovulation is painful -- but I survived. Still hurting actually -- but Doc says that if I am indeed pregnant, I can expect that to remain until the end of the first trimester. Not an ideal situation, but well worth it, considering the goal.

Went for my "Day 21" progesterone test today -- a "good" level is anything above 14 -- the last time I did injectibles I had 24, but this month it was... get ready... 67!!!! Doc was very excited -- said that while it's still too early to tell for sure, it's a VERY good sign -- my body is producing that heating hormone to make me an incubator... it's exciting. I'm trying not to get my hopes up TOO high -- if that's possible.

DH and I talk about "the babies" as if we're positive that there will be more than one. Considering how many follicles I had, that's a fairly safe bet. It's fun to talk like that... "the twins," "the triplets"... instant family! Here's hoping...

So, my wonderful husband surprised my with a 4-day trip over New Year's weekend -- we're leaving tomorrow and he STILL won't tell me where we're going! He's so sweet... The 4 days away will make this last week of waiting to test much easier, I think, and (besides being psyched to have some alone time with my sweet love) I'm grateful for the distraction from the obsessing.

I want to wish you all a happy, safe New Year -- though by the time you read this, it will be over. I hope we all get our dream in 2000.

Happy New Year,

Amy