How is everyone staying sane through this process? It just feels like everything is based on a two week count, there’s so much information out there, I’m going crazy having conversations with AI, and it’s taking over all aspects of life 😮‍💨 any times to keep your sense of self and life going while battling every negative test?

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Reminding yourself that this phase is temporary and odds are likelier than not that you will have success!

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Prayer. Therapy. Spouse & Dog. Lol

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I know this might sound crazy but…. I talk to myself, thank my body, dance in my house, massage my belly, go to comedy clubs and symphony concerts (those I like), and only talk to a handful of people that are uplifting and positive. I deliberately create a fun and happy environment.

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I just kept my eye on the prize, and decided to confide in close friends and family members, but the support from my husband really was key.
I’ve always had the mindset of sacrifice now to reap the rewards later, so I just figured that as difficult as the process was, there was a decent chance in it paying off and that it would all be worth it.

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Lots and lots of therapy

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I got intermittent family leave so I could take the procedure days off and focus on relaxing.

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Therapy, dog, and vacations.
About a year and a half in….

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By becoming an expert in the process, so I understand why odds are what they are. I also keep under control everything I can: sleep, high fiber diet, cortisol management, daily movement. Same applies for personal providing sperm. Supplements. Maximize egg and sperm quality. This will keep you busy enough to stay sane.

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