I thought I would never reach the 20-day mark of my boot camp experience and here I am only a few sessions away. I have been so happy with the program that I’ve decided to go a couple more weeks and get to Thanksgiving. We’ll see what happens after that. I feel the need to get myself fit over the next few months because Jason and I would like to try invitro again and I want to be healthy and strong as we head into that process at the first of the year.
Yep, I said it. We’re looking into invitro again. Jason has met with our fabulous doctor regarding his issues and I have to do some tests to see what a difference 2 years has made in my egg production. Last time I only had a 40% chance that we would get viable eggs and because of my age, that percentage most likely has gone down since then.
But nothing will happen in terms of blood tests for a month or two and those of you who have gone through IVF know that the process tends to linger longer over months instead of days so don’t hold your breath waiting for news. I know that many of you who read this blog have gone through fertility issues or have someone close to you who has so I will keep you posted as we go along on our journey. Right now we pretty much just have question marks that will be answered one way or another as time passes.
So that is one reason, besides good health in general, why I have signed on for a few more weeks with Jim. And now that Jim has found my blog (Hi, Jim!) I have a new quote of the day. I’m on the home stretch of my 20-day commitment and Jim still has a plethora of military-style phrases that he peppers us with throughout our workout. But now, however, after he comes up with a particularly creative or powerful one in his mind he then turns to me and says,
Write that one in your blog. – Jim
Jim, you still do not fail to amuse (and sometimes abuse) me. Come on, even though I’m still a little slow in getting the reps done, you have to admit that I’ve made progress. You have to start somewhere, right?
I can do hard things, Jim. Even a mile on the stinkin’ bike and 20 of those those cursed pull-up things. And I’m writing it here in my blog.
YAY! I’m so excited for you, Jason, and (big brother) Coleman that you’re even entertaining the idea of have IVF again. Sending many prayers, good thoughts and pixie dust your way while you embark on this journey.
And, good for you for reaching day 17! You’re doing amazing!
Dear Kolette-
You never cease to amaze me girl! You are the strongest, most determined women I have ever seen! You carry such a huge load of responsibility and you do it all so gracefully and with a smile! (and make it look easy!!!)
I am so thrilled that you had Coleman! I want you to know, that I will be praying for you and Jason and that the second round of IVF will go smoothly and take easily this time!
You truly are a special women Kolette! A shining example to women and girls everywhere!
On a side note, I had horrible post partum depression with my second child, so on number 3, (I had changed OB docs) I was sure to let him know about that. They started me on a low dose of anti-depressants right after the birth of my third child and I did not experience any PP depression the 3rd time. I am sure that is a concern you are having. Being totally healthy physically will definitely help and that is also something I did on number 3. Walking throughout your pregnancy will also help. Today, I no longer have to take any anti-depressants
You and Jason will be in my prayers as you embark on this journey in the beginning of the year! Thanks for being such an inspiration Kolette!
XO Heidi Zeigler