On CD29, I took a pregnancy test and received a BFN. I took another Prometrium that night before bed, since this was the game plan discussed with my ob/gyn. The next day CD30 turned into CD1. I was excited that AF came so soon, but sad because I was really hoping that I had just tested too early. DH was sad too when I told him the test results. I think we both were hoping I had just tested too soon. We were hoping to get pregnant before having to start the Clomid.
Friday was CD5 and my first day taking Clomid. I was scared because I didn't know how it would effect me. The ob/gyn warned that it brings hot flashes, mood swings and feels like you are going through menopause. I try to take it later in the day. I think the effects have been minimal. I do think it does make my moods go from 0-10 in a matter of seconds. One minute I am fine and the next I am angry. Having PCOS, I have had mood swings, but those had gotten better since February. I have only experienced a few hot flashes since taking the Clomid. I also had these hot flashes before taking Clomid. So of course, I am worried that maybe the Clomid isn't working or won't work. Before starting the Clomid, I was telling myself that I just need to embrace whatever side effects (mood swings, hot flashes) that it brings because that is how I know it will be working. But since it is nothing like I thought it would be, I am worried that it's not working on me. I guess we will see. It is a waiting game, isn't it?
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Heres hoping that Clomid delivers you wanted bundle of joy.
ReplyDeleteJust remember everyone reacts differently to it, so while some may get every reaction under the sun, others only get one or two and the odd lucky one gets none!
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Are you being monitored while on the Clomid? (eg blood tests, scans). If you aren't, that is a way to know if it is working or not.
ReplyDeleteGood Luck. (visiting from ICLW)
Honestly, my mood swings with Clomid were never very strong. My RE actually joked with DH once about how "crazy" women can act while on Clomid and DH just looked puzzled, because I hadn't really experienced that. Now, Follistim is a different story! I cry at the drop of a hat during Follistim cycles! :) Anyway, best of luck to you!
ReplyDeleteClomid gave me mood swings...just ask my poor husband. :) I felt the same way...I would be upset so quickly and over the stupidest things. It was crazy. Hoping your side effects aren't too bad.
ReplyDeleteICLW #28
Oh dear! I hope this cycle goes well!
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I really hope the Clomid does the trick for you. I have a feeling that's going to be my RE's next move, but we'll see. I'll be interested to see how your symptoms progress.
ReplyDeleteI used to get really tired on Prometrium, but not so much anymore.
Good luck with this cycle. When you are battling infertility, doesn't it always feel like you are hurrying up to wait some more?
ReplyDeleteICLW #31
I tried to comment earlier from my phone so if you're getting this twice, I'm sorry!
ReplyDeleteI too am on my first clomid cycle! I have yet to have any side effects but I have only had one day's worth so far. I hope this is a miracle drug for both of us! I go in next Monday to see if I have any good follies!
Good luck and lots of baby dust!!! I hope you stop by ICLW #75