Do you keep a journal?

I just got AF yesterday so I will have my hopefully one and only IUI this cycle.
I have thought about starting a journal to get my thoughts and feelings out for a while and today I did. Just wonder if anyone else has done this or does this and how it has helped you or hurt you to have it in black and white.

Do you keep a journal?

Writing helps, never hurts. Get it all out on paper....write away!

Re: Do you keep a journal?

Yep, it was helpful in dealing with the infertility because, even though I know there are so many who deal with it, you still feel alone. It was helpful during my iui process in particular so I wouldn't forgot certain things. After my MC's it helped to get everything out. I wanted to talk about it to my friends and family but didn't at the same time. It's made me feel a little more open and less isolated. I don't reread it very often but it did help release some of the anger, fear and hopelessness. It won't hurt to try!

Re: Do you keep a journal?

not a journal per say, but I did document our last cycle through photos last time around. It was nice to have a visual timeline of events. I also have notes on my phone that I've written a lot in. It helped me deal with my chemical. Personally, having an outlet to help me through this journey is the only thing keeping me sane

Re: Do you keep a journal?

I sort of do. I write down what happens at each appt - bloodwork, sono, size of follicles etc. I also write down any symptoms I have after my transfer. I tend to think about things wayyyy too much, I find that once I write it down my brain calms down a bit.