Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Welcome DecemberICWL

Zero,zilch,nada,nada,nothing,rein,niet,none. Bagel, donut.

Those are the results of Mr. Jem's third SA in less than a week. This is a huge disappointment after all we've been through. Not only do we have this sever male factor infertility to deal with, but also have repetative loss two biochemical pregnancies from the first IVF (fresh plus 1 FET). Then we had a BFN with no frosties south he second IVF in June. We changed clinics and I've been recently diagnosed with autoimmune issues, including NK (natural killer cells) which can be treated, but uggggh the cost and the hassle...

Those of you who have followed this blog know that 2010 was a super crappy year! Lost my grandma and our dear cat Fluffy. We're hoping that 2011 brings much more happiness. And for you all, too.

Tomorrow, I'll post some neat baby pics - of ME (since I don't have any pics if my own offspring).

Glad you all stopped by.

-Jem

23 comments:

Kakunaa said...

Oh, hon :( Are they referring him to a urologist? I, too, hope that 2011 is a better year for all!

TeeJay said...

I'm so sorry for everything you have endured this year. I so hope that Mr. Jem can, ahem, scrape together a few good swimmers for you guys. Here's to 2011 and the promise that it brings.

Jessica Anne said...

Hi Jem,

I recently stumbled upon your blog and I'm sorry for all that you have been through. I have a similar story, although I am only 27, but the journey has been the same. I really hope this next cycle is the one for you! Everyone who desires their own biological child should be able to concieve. I look forward to reading your story!

Here is my blog, too!

Http://urzaandluna.blogspot.com

irrationalexuberance said...

It HAS been a super crappy year, yet you are still forging ahead and still strong. I wish you all the best for the coming year -- especially that the crappiness is over.

Whitney Anderson said...

Here from ICLW. I'm so sorry about your grandmother and your cat. What a crappy year. Here's hoping 2011 is better for both of us.

Marissa said...

Happy ICLW! I'm so sorry about your rough times. IF really, really sucks.

I hope 2011 is a better year for you!!!

junebug said...

Ugh! That is a crappy year. People say there is nowhere to go but up. I say they haven't been through IF. JK. I'm hoping next year brings you everything you desire. :-)

Kim said...

Hi, stopping by for ICLW. So sorry to hear about the SA!! Such a bummer to hear, especially around the holidays. I truely hope 2011 is a great year foryou!! Filled with baby blessing!
ICLW #69

Annette said...

Stopping by from ICLW. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss and frustration. Hoping 2011 is a much better year for you. Good luck to you and Mr. Jem.

ICLW #3

hopeisafourletterword said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I think being on progesterone supps is a total mid fuck (am I pregnant or is just the nasty oozy white shit making me feel this way) so I can't even imagine what IVF does to you. I wish you lots of luck, hope this next one is your sticky BFP!

Jaime said...

I am so sorry for the bad news! I will say some prayers that 2011 brings you much happiness and success in achieving your dreams.

Stopping by from ICLW.

Me said...

I def. hope 2011 brings a better year! You're in my thoughts!!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Anonymous said...

Wow...I'm totally impressed with Mr. Jem....what a fantastic attitude. Here's to hoping that 2011 is WAY better than "crappy."

ICLW#82

Rochelle said...

What a rough year! Here's to a wonderful 2011 and a third times a charm IVF cycle! ICLW #110

Cherbear said...

ugh! I think there are so many of us on the edge of our seats waiting for 2010 to just be OVER. I pray that 2011 brings much happier things!!

Liz said...

I'm so sorry to hear that. What a shitty end to a terrible year. It can only get better in 2011, right? (Please say yes).

xx

Shona said...

That is bad news. I'm sorry to hear it. Fingers crossed 2011 will be the year when all goes well for you.

Shona

Anonymous said...

UGGGHHHH! How frustrating and upsetting. I do hope that 2011 is a much better year for you and Mr. Jem!!

(((HUGS))))

And Merry Christmas.

Anonymous said...

Ugh, sorry about the sa results ;(

~C~ said...

I'm so sorry. I hope 2011 treats us all better than 2010 did. (ICLW #52)

The C's said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog.
Def. we could all use more Insurance Coverage and it should be mandatory for IF.
I'm sending lots of sticky baby dust your way, and best wishes for your next IVF.
The Cs
#78 ICLW

rebecca said...

So sorry, 2010 has been the worst year ever for us as well! Hoping 2011 brings better things for us both! Thanks for stopping by my blog and your kind words. I have my ultrasound in the morning so we'll know then; I'm anxious to find out one way or the other.
Great Holiday picture by the way...very cute! Happy ICLW!!!

The Infertility Doula said...

Sorry about the disappointing results. We also dealt with severe MFI. It's tough. I wrote about it a while back. My DH also contributed his own entry...

Anyhow, have you been suggested doing a DNA fragmentation test on the SA? It could indicate the reason for your losses and/or BFNs.