But it's not. The idea of being in bed, reading trashy magazines and watching TV sounds appealing, but the reality is it kind of sucks. I've been on my back on the couch since noon yesterday, and for a gal who is used to running around the house and being super active, this is not fun. My doctor told me not to go up stairs, so that meant I slept on the couch as our bed is upstairs. UGH! But of course I'm NOT complaining. (It just kind of sounds like I am). The fact that we got embryos in was all I've wanted to if I had to be confined to a coffin for three weeks I would do it...ummm...yeah, ok, I'd do it.
I just picked up my "Post Embryo Transfer Instructions" and read the sections the doctor highlighted:
1) Total bed rest (flat in bed). Avoid using your stomach muscles. To get up, roll onto your side, them push up with your elbows.
2) Tomorrow and the following day...rest on the couch...you can sit up for meals....then return to a reclining position...from this day forward DO NOT TAKE BATHS! (Yes. That is in caps)
3) A bunch of stuff about medication and drinking alcohol (as if I'm going to celebrate my ET with a glass of champagne) and then it says, DO NOT strain to have a bowel movement. (Um, am I going to poop out my embryos? I get it, it has to do with the tummy, but wow.)
4) On the 4th day after your transfer, you may resume a restricted activity level. For the entire 1st trimester (through week 13) you may not: swim, bathe, submerse in water, exercise, lift anything over 5 lbs, stand for prolonged periods, or have intercourse. (FOR THREE MONTHS?!!! Noah was not too fond of this one.
It goes on about no traveling and medications and then says, "It's common to have some bleeding after ET...DO NOT PANIC!" Again in caps.
So that's my life now I guess. I'm basically a paralyzed kangaroo. But I'm fine with that. I'm really good at bossing and am excited to have lined up a handful of babysitters for today who will come over and hang out. I just want my babies to grow and divide and hatch. I'm trying not to panic every time I roll over or get up to pee that they are being squished or something. And now the real worrying begins, and I guess if this works, it never stops.
those instructions are extreme!! once the embryo is in the cervix closes up - it's not just going to drop out!
Posted by: Cortney | December 31, 2014 at 10:57 PM
I can't believe it's really happening either! Suzette, thanks for the prayers. We need them! Blake, good luck with the home science experiment. It's wild, but you guys are more than capable! Maritza, thanks for the brain melting TV list! We tried Orange is the New Black, and yes, it derailed my brain from obsessive town, so thanks for that! THanks for all the love and well wishes ladies!
Posted by: Don't Count Your Eggs | August 19, 2013 at 08:25 AM
I'm a total lurker too (I can't remember which blog referred me to yours). I've been following along for the past few months. But I wanted to come out of the dark to let you know I've been thinking about you and praying for you.
Posted by: Suzette | August 16, 2013 at 11:48 AM
Holy cow, thats some set of directions! I can't believe its really happening!!! I can only imagine how nerve-wracking this is going to be for you. I would imagine it being hard to concentrate on anything else besides whats happening in your body right now!!! I'm going to start trying again next month, trying ICI at home....kinda nervous about it, but after going through 2 IUIs at the dr's office, I think my husband and I are fully capable of doing the procedure at home. Best wishes to you!!!
Posted by: Blake | August 16, 2013 at 10:05 AM
Hang in there, Maya! There are a lot of people rooting you on and I am sending you all the best wishes that everything goes well.
I have been creeping your blog and reading for a bit now but decided to come out of hiding to give you some suggestions on crap TV you can watch to occupy your time. Disclaimer: I am not under any circumstances giving you any shows that will enhance your intellectual curiosity. A bed rest luxury is to watch crap, brain-rotting tv:
1. Breaking Pointe (hulu): The Hills, meets Model Inc, meets ballet.
2. Amazing Race (hulu): All 21 seasons of this show are on hulu and it's quite amazin
3. Toddlers & Tiaras (netflix): I love yelling at the moms while I watch.
4. Antiques Roadshow (netflix): ok, you might actually learn some stuff from this one.
5. Orange is the New Black (netflix): I never thought I would think Jason Biggs was adorable, but he really is. Also lots of lesbians.
Enjoy!
Posted by: Maritza | August 16, 2013 at 10:01 AM