I had my ultrasound and bloodwork this morning to see how many follicles are growing.  She (the sonographer) counted 14 follicles, 8 in my left ovary and 6 in my right.  My estrogen levels looked good, so I am going to continue with the same dose of medication and go back for another ultrasound Friday to see the size of the follicles.  They were all too small today to measure.  From what I can tell, things are right on track.  I've also read that just because I have 14 now doesn't mean I'll have 14 a few days from now.  I could have more or less, depending on how they grow.  I'm thinking my actual Egg Retrieval will be either Monday or Tuesday next week.

As for how I'm feeling, the last 3 days have been surprisingly good.  After getting through the first couple of days, the back pain is gone and I'm only experiencing some mild cramping.  I'm happy to be feeling good, but am afraid that this is just the calm before the storm.  My doctor told me I would feel the worst after the egg retrieval.  I have to think that's because of all the meds being pumped into me and the needle aspirating each follicle in my ovaries...OUCH.  Good thing I will be out for that.  I was prescribed Tylenol 3 too, but I'm not sure I'll take it considering it can cause constipation.  On top of everything else, I don't want to be dealing with that too.  I will; however, take the Valium they have prescribed me for the Embryo Transfer.  They give you this to relax your uterus, so I am all about reeping the benefits of that pill, even if it's only for a few hours.

All in all, things are going well.  My tummy is getting sore and I've developed a few bruises, but nothing unbearable.  I'm half way through the process and feeling positive.  

In one of my recent posts, I expressed how thankful I was for these doctors and the medical advances in infertility.  But, I forgot to mention how thankful I am for all the people in my life who have supported me from day 1.  We have amazing family and friends who are all hoping and praying for us and without this support system, I know the last 2 years would have been so much harder for us.  I know lots of people are praying and I'm praying too...hoping these prayers will finally be answered.