IUI #2

Wow so I have been a little busy since my IUI, so again here is a long update.

IUI #2 was on July 31st. Since it was a Sunday I had to go to Minneapolis, so Micah and I got up early to head over there. Micah gave his sample, and then we went to breakfast, and then back for my IUI. I got into the room and got settled and then the nurse comes in to tell me how the sample was - it was good, not quite as high as last time but still good. And then asks if I have any questions. I told her no, this was my second so I knew what to expect. She then goes on to tell me that with the next cycle that they are going to change up my protocol a bit and have me alter the amount of injections every other day. Wait. WHAT? Next cycle? I don't want there to be a next cycle lady!! Why am I even here if you are just gonna write this one off as failed already??? I mostly just gave her a weird look. And left feeling not very good about the cycle.

Since then I have been busy with zoo camp, only 3 weeks left! Then I am hoping I will have another job! It was my birthday on the 5th, and I did the Relay for Life in Forest Lake that night, it was a good night, but I was exhausted after teaching all day and then walking all night for Relay! Micah's sister was in town that weekend as well, so on Saturday we celebrated Ethan's birthday and went to the Mall of America for a bit and then went to Minnehaha for a bit which was fun. Sunday we went to breakfast at Jensen's Cafe where they have my favorite syrup ever, its so caramelly and buttery and delicious!! Then we went to Micah's friends for a BBQ, followed by a little time at the zoo with the kiddos. This week I was teaching a different zoo camp which was fun, but also stressful. It was a photo class which has a lot of little things to do and remember! So I am glad this week is over.

This morning I had my official blood test and it came back somewhat inconclusive. My beta HCG level was a 7, which is technically positive but not as high as they would like to see. I didn't get to talk with the nurse that called as I was teaching this afternoon, so I don't know many more details than that, but I will need to go back Monday for another blood test. Hoping my numbers increase!!