Today is the first day since March 3rd that I have not had an injection! I can't believe that I survived 25 straight days of injections. They will start again soon, unfortunately. But, it will all be worth it.
I mentioned in an earlier post that the daily dexamethasone (steroid) pill that I take has been wreaking havoc on my sleep. Dr. A prescribed sleeping pills to help with this, and they work great. I decided to not take a sleeping pill last night to see if I could sleep without it. I tossed and turned for 3 hours before falling asleep. FRUSTRATING!
My coordinator, Andrea, told me that I will continue to take the dexamethasone until we get a negative pregnancy test or several weeks into pregnancy - depending on how this turns out. This is a huge concern for me. I think I need to talk to Dr. A about it tomorrow. I really do not wish to take sleeping pills long term. I will probably discontinue the sleeping pills prior to the embryo transfer, because they are a pregnancy category C drug, meaning they are not safe during pregnancy.
So, I'm not sure how the sleep issue will turn out, but I can't function on 5 hours per night - every night. We'll figure something out.
Wish me luck tomorrow.
YEAH Tisha! I am so excited that tomorrow is one of your big days. I will be thinking about you all day, especially at 10:15. I hate that you are having sleeping issues because of the meds. I think the sleep deprivation from the meds is preparing you for a newborn or two. You are an inspiration to a lot of people. Stay strong and know that you are covered in prayers. HIL
ReplyDeleteP.S. I am glad you can go to your moms appointment with her. What perfect timing!