Moving right along & CD 16

I love South Park so naturally love this SP meme.......don't judge me. LOL. 

Yes I admit....some very controversial things are said in this animation but that's exactly why I do like it. They pretty much unapologetically say off the wall things, just crazy humor, albeit toilet humor but humor none the less.

I truly enjoyed having a few days off from work for the Labor Day weekend though but then again 

who doesn't? I like my job just fine but I do have some tough demanding clients and a break from them is wonderful. 

Sooooo moving right along....

It's CD 16 and my Clearblue fertility monitor is not asking for tests and shows that I low fertility.

*** I ran out of tests on CD 13 but it didn't matter it stayed on Peak....the new box came yesterday CD 15 and it stopped asking for tests anyway.

Hubby was gone this entire weekend so here is my cycle in a nutshell

CD 9 Baby Danced -drank the pungent teas

CD 10 low fertily on the monitor drank teas

CD 11-Peak Fertility Woo Hoo but too  tired no Baby Dancing

CD 12 Hubby is away drank tea

CD 13 Hubby is away drank tea

CD 14 Hubby is away thought perhaps I should stop the teas

CD 15 Hubby returns Baby danced

CD 16-Low on monitor and besides vitamins 

I still did not use the Herbal Tampons this cycle yet,. ONLY because we DTD ( did the deed) so close to peak. I am most likely out this month but would feel terrible if I used them and caused any adverse things to happen in the event I "may possibly' be pregnant. I have seen and read many critics that say once blocked you can only unblock your Fallopian tubes surgically, BUT I have come across women that did not do surgery, take Serrapeptase and beat the odds. 

So I am hopeful the teas, the serra and the Castor Oil has been breaking up any blockage that is preventing our natural conception.

I am staying positive, praying and standing on God's promise.

CD 11 & Peak

Written 9/4/2015

Picture courtesy of Google            .

I peaked....Holy Moly I peaked.........or did I?
I have had to do quite a bit of fertility testing while on my journey both with Mini IVF and traditional  IVF. Understandably the RE's wanted to ensure that even though I would be using hormones they wanted to check if my issues are just my tubes or more.
 For both times I had to ovulate on my own and get a cycle on my own for treatments to start as a requirement.  Even though I was never told I had an issue with ovulation, I honestly have no real concrete idea when I ovulate except through what I thought was my own CM ( cervical mucus) or using Fertility Friend starting March of this year, talk about being completely clueless.
I guess I just did not bother with this too much since it was kind of in my mind that the only way to get pregnant would be through IVF which involves stimulation, besides if they want to know they would test me right?

Today  (9/4/2015) is CD 11 and the day before I tested with my Clearblue Easy Fertility Monitor  I received a low but this morning I did a test and "BAM" I am at PEAK. How in the world? Is this possible? I did get my monitor gently used could it be faulty? I turned the monitor off and on twice to ensure my eyes are not deceiving me and then jumped on Dr.Google only to find this is absolutely normal and has happened to many women, also 7 out of the 10 I read conceived that same cycle. 
I have high hopes since me and DH baby danced CD 9 but seriously I jumped right in the shower after so not too sure. 

My reality- I had Cuff Salpingostomy with the second lap surgery done 7/2013. This supposedly should keep my Fallopian tubes open but with surgery comes scar tissue as well as very little natural success rates.  I am a believer in God so I  try not to spend too much time on the statistics but rather I focus on God and his perfect healing.  

The pungent teas are getting easier to swallow but hey anything to help the process.



**Slight change in AF cycle- I must say this prior to starting Serrapeptase June 2015 my cycles have always been 30-32 days for the last several years....... then  July it took 46 days to arrive and then August 36 days to arrive. For the most part perhaps 99% of the other users do not experience this but either I am the 1% or it is co-incidental that it was changing on it's own only time will tell and I will keep track here.

So these are the items I am taking

• Serrapeptase 4 first thing in the morning
• 1-2 Ubiquinol per day ( when I remember)
• Prenatals ( when I remember I have to do better with this)
• Extra Folic Acid ( when I remember)
• B Vitamins -almost daily
• Vitamin C -almost daily
• Started drinking Xi  Xian Cao & Yi Mu Cao 8/31/2015
• Castor Oil Packs since April 2015 I think after AF up until I  "O" based on Fertility Friend
• Clearblue Easy Fertility Monitor started CD 3 to test this cycle

      

Unblocking My Tubes-Part III

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor, I do not pretend to be a doctor. Consult with a physician prior to trying any of these alternative methods for infertility & unblocking your tubes.

For centuries, Traditional Chinese Medicine has used herbal tampons as a way for women who have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, tubal infections, or blocked Fallopian tubes to clear their  tubes without resorting to either surgery or drugs. Herbal tampons allow the natural properties of herbs to unblock the Fallopian tubes, as well as strengthen a women’s reproductive system, which can help her to become pregnant.

I came across 2 top names for the Tampons, Felopio which you can find here Felopio Herbal Tampons & Beautiful Life

 Herbal Tampons.-If you want to see some after pictures do a google search. Youtube also has a plethora of information and demonstration on the uses, benefits, etc. If you need to get information on how to order please check Amazon or comment below if you have any questions.

  

Picture Beautiful Life Tampon

Warning-many of the photos associated with Herbal Tampons are very graphic in nature, proceed on your quest with extreme caution.

There are a few dozens of Chinese herbs and other holistic components in these tampons that support proper female reproductive organs function and prevent the development of more serious gynecological ailments.  These ingredients regulate the function of endocrine gland secretion, normalize blood circulation, improve facial skin complexion/wrinkles/hyper-pigmentation. They also treat the following gynecological ailments: endometriosis, cervical erosion and dysplasia, pelvic inflammatory disease, hemorrhoids (aids in wound healing, bleeding cessation, removal of nodules)

Main Ingredients: Refined from Osthol, Stemona sessilifolia (Miq.)Miq, Kochiascoparia, Motherwort, Rhizoma smilacis glabrae, Angelica,Rhizoma chuianxiong and borneol

Indications for usage of the "Beautiful Life" tampons

 Prophylactic cleansing effect: bacteria is excreted from the body (as a preventive measure)

• Inflammation of the uterus, cervix and endometrium are reduced due to the presence of powerful healing herbs

• Cervical erosion and dysplasia

• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) /Adnexa

• Yeast infection

• Hemorrhoids

• Urine incontinence

• Cystitis and other inflammatory conditions in the pelvic area

• The uterus and vagina are cleansed of pathogenic bacteria and viruses

• Genital itching

Directions:

1. Thoroughly wash your hands and open the pouch containing one tampon.

2. Pull out the string of the tampon.

3. Insert the tampon inside vagina approximately 7 cm deep.

4. You must remove the tampon 3 days later.

5. One pill can be used for 3-5 days.

6. Rinse (douche) your vagina with a chamomile tea.

7. Insert next tampon 24 hours later after removing the first one.

8. Used for healthcare for the perineum

I recently received my package of herbal tampons on 8/31/2015 and plan to start my treatment on 9/3/2015. I plan to insert 3-4 tampon pearls for the 3 days as suggested. I will come back of course and provide details on the outcome.

Unblocking My Tubes-Part II

Part II

Natural Therapies for Unblocking Fallopian Tubes

1. Fertility Cleansing-Fertility cleansing helps to cleanse the entire reproductive system and increase circulation to the reproductive organs. The herbs in this cleanse are absorbed into the body and go to work where they are needed. Fertility Cleansing creates a “clean slate” within the body that helps the body to respond and utilize other natural remedies better. I am awaiting herbal tampons to assist with my cleanse in that manner,  but I detailed information about the herbal teas below that I am currently taking as well for cleansing. More on herbal tampons later.

2. Systemic Enzyme Therapy

In my previous post I talked about Serrapeptase. It's a Systemic Enzyme Therapy that aids the body clear itself of excess tissue, breakdown scar tissues, cleanse the blood, increase circulation to the reproductive organs and reduce immunological response. Enzyme therapy consists of using systemic enzymes (enzymes naturally found in the body) to help the body reduce inflammation, occasional pain, reduce scar tissue build up and more. It has helped to reduce the scar tissue that are blocking the fallopian tubes. Specific systemic enzymes help to eat away and reduce fibrin (the material that makes up scar tissue) over time. This type of therapy is extremely promising for helping the body to reduce excessive scar tissue formation and inflammation.

3. Castor Oil Pack with Abdominal  Massage

Castor oil originates from the seed Ricinus communis, otherwise known as the Palma Christi or the castor oil plant. Not only is castor oil incredibly cleansing but it seems to be able to heal the body in various ways, whether it be a cellular dysfunction or an external skin condition.

Massage  in conjuction with the Castor Oil Pack is another natural therapy that could help support fallopian tube health. Massage helps to increase circulation and break up adhesions and Castor Oil can deeply and gently stimulate circulation, & removing inflammation 

• Helps the body to clear blocked fallopian tubes
• Massage helps to break up scar tissue
• Increased circulation aids in tissue elimination
• Helps to reduce inflammation
• Helps the body to loosen tight or twisted tissues

One of the greatest benefits of massage is the ability to break up adhesions. Adhesions are comprised of scar tissue. These adhesions are what cause the fallopian tubes to become blocked, stuck together, stuck to other parts of the reproductive organs or other internal tissues of the body. Self Fertility Massage gently helps to break up adhesions and increase circulation to detoxify and restore optimal function to the reproductive organs, including the fallopian tubes. Massage provides a great non-intrusive option for women with blocked fallopian tubes. 

How to do the Castor Oil Pack?-Saturate a 12 X 12 flannel cloth in Castor Oil, lay on an old towel ( it can be messy) lay it directly on your lower stomach, cover with a plastic bag, or old tshirt and lay your heating pad over the pack. Lay still for 45 minutes to an hour for the treatment. Do this after your menstrual cycle ends up until you ovulate if you are trying to get pregnant.  Because it may cause your uterus to contract you do not want to do it beyond ovulation. It is both therapeutic as it is healing.

The next items in my arsenal are my Chinese Herbal Teas Xi Xian Cao & Yi Mu Cao....let me warn you they are extremely bitter. I did my research and I was incredibly impressed with what I found about the teas.

The below is taken from this blog
China herbal products, Leonurus (Yi Mu Cao) and Siegesbeckia (Xi Xian Cao), whenever applied in concert, have shown to open Blocked Fallopian ink cartridges within professional medical scientific studies carried out in The far east. The vast majority of women's tubes were cleared after  10 days with this regimen. The obstruction in such cases were being caused by thickening in the coating in the hoses, increased mucous release, limited blockage together with scars, redness, or perhaps infections. One particular treatment which could are very effective to manage this problem in conjunction with Chinese herbal plants is definitely the enzyme, serrapeptase. Serrapeptase stops working keloid plus cystic flesh within the body when marketing stream.

How do I take my supplement? 1 teaspoon of each with 4 oz of hot water 3 times per day. I am only on day 2 and let me repeat it is extremely bitter. You actually feel the warmth of the product in your body..the herbal blend together can work wonders. I read it helps with inflammation and blood circulation.

Livingstrong.com  did such a fabulous job of outlining in great details the benefits, so click to read more. Details about the herb

All the products mentioned and used can be purchased from Amazon, the next post will be Part III and it will be final post on the natural products I am using or will use. I will continue to document and update of any changes.

Unblocking My tubes- Part I (Serrapeptase)

My preferred Brand at the moment is Doctor's Best.

So as promised in my previous post....I am here to update you on the things I am taking and will also start taking very soon. I will dedicate this post to Serrapeptase and it's benefits, I will follow this up with with Part II showing the other items. If you have blocked tubes, think you have blocked tubes or want to prevent them......get comfy, take notes and research for yourself when you are done reading.

Researchers have found that the Serrapeptase enzyme can help unblock fallopian tubes by breaking down/dissolving the dead scar tissue. Its shown to work as early as 6 weeks but can take much longer, depending on the person. They say to expect to take it for 2-4 months. I have been taking them since 6/15/2015 so a little over 2 months. What I like the most about it is,  you actually cant take too much of it either I take 4 120,000 SPU's every morning and have been feeling great. Not only can it help tubes but it can also help endometriosis by reducing/dissolving the scar tissue in your uterus & such. It works just like it does on the tubes in this case and the same dose is recommended.

 Get  More details here. It has proven effective with endometriosis, as a matter of fact the thread I am a part of it unblocked several ladies tubes......several....and one of which who was told she would need IVF to conceive.

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor, nor do I pretend to be one, please seek medical advice before you start taking any supplements mentioned.

SERRAPEPTASE-is a ultra powerful proteolytic enzyme formula that stands alone in fighting the combined threats of scar tissue, fibrin, mucous and inflammation in the body. Serrapeptase is a protein digesting enzyme which breaks down “non living” matter in the human body. This may promote a reduction in levels of dead tissue in the circulatory system, promoting smoother healthier flowing blood. Fibrin often builds up throughout the body and manifest in many undesirable and unhealthy ailments. Serrapeptase fights fibrin build up in the cardiovascular system, organs and muscle tissue. Studies on the use of Serrapeptase are numerous and reports reference successful use

aids and assists in the fight against the following conditions:

• Dissolving Non-living Tissues Including Blood Clots, Scar Tissue, Cysts and Arterial Plaque.
• Varicose Veins & DVT-Thrombosis
• Arthritis Pain and Inflammation
• Blood Cleasing & Removal of Arterial Blockages
• Higly Effective Anti-inflammatory & Pain Reduction Protocol
• Fibrocystic Breasts & Uterine Fibroids
• Sinusitis and Thinning Mucous Secretions.
• Lung Conditions: COPD, IPF, CF & Pulmonary Fibrosis
• Dissolving Old & New Scar Tissue such as Peyronies, Post-Surgery, Sports Injuries & Accidents.
• Accelerated Healing Response, Post Surgery Recovery & Reduction of Scar Tissue
• Supports Healthy Fibrin Levels, Blood Viscosity & Blood Flow*
• Relief from Sinus and Respiratory Build-Up of Mucus*
• Provides Potent Anti-Inflammatory and Fibrinolytic Properties*

Powerful Anti-Inflammatory
A wealth of information exists regarding its anti-inflammatory properties. Serrapeptase has been used as an anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of:

• Chronic Sinusitis
• To improve the elimination of bronchopulmonary secretions
• Traumatic injury such as sprains and torn ligaments
• Post-operative inflammation & healing
• To facilitate the therapeutic effect of antibiotics in the treament of infections
• Cystitis and epididymitis

Blood Cleansing & Fibrosis(Scar Tissue)

Fibrin is a protein formed in the human body that can significantly impact our health and general well-being. Fibrin is documented to be responsible for scar tissue, thrombus formation and inflammation along with its associated pain. Enzymes improve circulation by eating the excess fibrin that causes blood to get thick, creating the perfect environment for the formation of clots. All of this material is
supposed to be cleared by the liver the first time it goes through but given the sluggish and near toxic states of everyone’s liver these days that seldom happens. So they remain in the blood waiting for the liver to have enough free working space and enough enzymes to clean up the trash out of the blood. This can take days, and in some cases, weeks! (8) When systemic enzymes are taken, they stand ready in the blood and take the strain off of the liver by:

1. Cleaning excess fibrin from the blood and reducing the stickiness of blood cells. These two actions minimize the leading causes of stroke and heart attack causing blood clots.
2. Breaking dead material down small enough that it can immediately pass into the bowel and lessen the build-up of scar tissue.

 Reviews On Serrapeptase Brands

Clearing the Dust & New Path

It has been sometime since I have been back here....honestly I didn't have much to say, and had no idea where to start. Currently I am  a month shy of 36 yrs old & still childless. Just typing that hurts but at the same time I am in a MUCH better place emotionally & mentally.

A few months ago I visited a friend that also had fertility issues ( for 4 years) but she was blessed in 2014 with her first try using IUI. I am so incredibly happy for her....more so because I know the hurt she felt....the same hurt I feel........waiting with empty arms. Thank God her prayers were answered and her arms are now filled. For me there is no jealousy, she felt pain, she felt sorrow, she had longing. But I do ask myself.......

 

I often think about the New Hope Mini IVF Trial  I participated in from 2011-2012 & feel so sad that it did not work for me. Many of the ladies that I followed on the clinical trial  thread thankfully went on to have their child / children and here I am several years later..............still waiting. The good thing I did take away from that is, ( in my mind anyway) if I had more than 1 embryo, I am almost 100% confident I would have gotten pregnant and had my child. They promised me they would get me pregnant even though sadly I had a miscarriage, they lived up to their word. Matt looked me directly in my face without a smile and said it with conviction........he was right. I find peace or perhaps I am delusional, that if only I had more embryos then I would have my child today. Obviously there is no way to know for sure....but  heck....it gives me peace.

The New Path

For the last several months I have been on a spiritual journey.......being infertile has taken so much from me. My joy, my spirit, and a big chunk of my time worrying, hoping....and being depressed. My eyes and mind are so focused on my longing for a child it has affected so much of my life that I did not even notice. Slowly I have been turning this around, I have been making time for ME. Last year went by in a blur....and then this started with no plan and finally there is a plan, and it is GOD centered.

It came to my spirit in June to find ways to unblock my tubes....life can be weird like that
So much time spent trying to find either trial IVF or low cost IVF but not to find ways to heal my body. Why didn't this come to me at 25 or 30 why now? For anyone reading this that have been diagnosed with blocked tubes, try to exhaust ALL possible NATURAL routes before surgery of any kind. Wish I knew then what I know now.....oh well...here we are...so I use what I now know and work on it.

Anyway I happened upon a group of women on Baby-center who just like me had blocked tubes, took natural / holistic products and not only did they unblock their tubes, they became pregnant.I felt completely lead to that thread and for the last 2 months I have been taking Serrapeptase and doing Castor Oil Pack massages. I am careful not to put my trust into the things I am learning, because GOD is our healer. So I pray for guidance as I venture on my way with these natural elements.

 I will give more details in another post but for now this is the new path because

Petition for Inferitlity Insurance by August 6, 2015

I am popping in asking you to PLEASE sign petition.

Mandate All Insurance to Cover Infertility as Basic Healthcare. Acknowledge Infertility as a Disease, Not a Choice

http://wh.gov/i8sJr

I'm Still Here

I'm still here, still around just nervous to start the journey again...

I do feel defeated and with each birthday I am in the grips of panic as I hear my biological clock tick tock. 

Where are we now in the process? Still the same as where I left it both

March 2012 & November 2013...... here with 2 unsuccessful attempts, and scared, with a longing heart. 

We are flooded now more than  ever on the nagging freaking question I have come to despise 

"When are you guys going to have kids?"  

In the midst of things several of our friends have had babies... through the use of IUI but while I know life goes on WOW there have been so many new family additions and we are still left childless and the couple without a kid..

For the most part I keep my self busy so Infertility will no longer consume my thoughts.

The other day my BFF of 12-13 years said something so absolutely stupid to me that I am still pissed, and  I wanted to punch her in the throat.

It was a good thing she was over the phone- she suggested I allow my husband to have an affair so their is an outside child. I didn't hang up on her instead after a minute of awkward silence I asked "would you?" and to that she didn't answer but I said-No Thanks

I love her but that line from her actually changed the way I see her now, do you think 

me so desperate to do that? It's probably one of the most insensitive things she could have said......some space is necessary.

Currently I am browsing Waiting Miracles for embryo adoption, I had made up my mind that even if we cannot do another cycle the next step is Embryo Adoption. I may even join a forum for people that are considering donating their excess embryos and have completed their families, as long as there are options, there is hope.

For anyone else that is still waiting for your miracle, don't give up hope.