January 16, 2009
Hope
Okay. Turns out I’m not pregnant this month, and I’m okay with that. I got my period yesterday, and I didn’t even cry.
See that chart? That chart shows ovulation. Really and truly, my ovaries released an egg on the 20th day of my cycle. And after that egg was released, the corpus luteum produced the hormone progesterone which caused the spike in temperatures indicating ovulation.
I realize that this is turning into a fertility blog with all the conception blogging I’m doing, but I’m just so excited to see progress after 18 long months of insanity. I’m elated because all my hard work is paying off. All the exercising, eating right, and following doctor’s orders is worth it. Taking the metformin, every day, twice a day, and dealing with all the physical and emotional side effects has resulted in ovulation.
I’ve been charting for months. But this month’s chart is clear as a bell. I know. I’ve blogged this already. It’s just that I’m so happy. So excited. I’m ready for this next cycle because things are different. The outlook is one of hope.
I needed that hope, if only a glimmer, so desperately.
Perhaps my dream will come true after all.
Posted by Dana @ 5:12 AM • The Mommy Files
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January 16th, 2009 at 7:02 AM, Mrs. Wilson Says:
I do hope that your dream comes true!
January 16th, 2009 at 8:55 AM, Write From Karen Says:
Hang in there Dana, hang in there. Positive baby steps!
January 16th, 2009 at 9:14 AM, Dana Says:
Thanks, Mrs. W!
I’m crossing my fingers and saying a few prayers.
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Thanks, Karen! “Baby” steps indeed!
January 16th, 2009 at 11:00 AM, Liz@thisfullhouse Says:
Keep swimming, keep swimming!
By the way, Mini-me called your name.
http://www.thisfullhouse.com/this_full_house/2009/01/lemonade-award.html)
January 17th, 2009 at 9:10 AM, Sarah, Goon Squad Sarah Says:
I’m hoping for you too!
January 17th, 2009 at 1:10 PM, Grandpa's Princess Says:
That is one VERY good O chart. The temp shifts are so clear. You’re pre O temps are a little wavey but the fact that there is still SUCH a clear O pattern is oh, so awesome!
January 17th, 2009 at 8:48 PM, Christina Says:
Yay for you! The chart looks really good, with a solid spike for ovulation. Your luteal phase is 12 days, too, which is a good length.
Here’s hoping everything keeps working in your favor!
January 18th, 2009 at 4:25 PM, Daisy Says:
Glad you’re in good spirits. You’re doing all the right things; now hope for the results!
January 19th, 2009 at 12:58 AM, Dana Says:
Thanks, Daisy! I think it’s going to work!
January 19th, 2009 at 1:04 AM, Dana Says:
Liz! Thank you for the awesome award. I loved seeing mini-me! She’s so darn cute!
Christina, thank you! I’m psyched. Speaking of the luteal phase, I was so worried about the length. I got the book Taking Charge of Your Fertility, and was nervous that it might not be long enough, but she says more than 10 days is good.
GP, thanks! Yeah, the pre-O temps were sort of goofy, but I realized that I had some days when I woke up earlier or later than usual, and I think that accounts for those spikes and dips.
January 19th, 2009 at 1:04 AM, Dana Says:
Thank you Sarah!