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TomLaur0808
LIF Infant
Member since 9/09 88 total posts
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Laurie
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Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
I am now at the point where my husband and I are prepping for our 1st round of IUI, and I have to give myself a needle in my stomach for 5 days and see how my body responds to the meds before starting IUI. I am FREAKING out, I dont know if I can do this...I HATE needles - just when someone else gives them to me - I have NO idea how I am going to do this to myself....I am actually going into a panic attack thinking about it & I havent even taken the meds out of the box yet. Hubby will not help me, he's all afraid of hurting me so Im really on my own - dont have any close friends or family who I could go to to help either - any advice for this freaked out lady??
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Posted 12/29/10 6:12 PM  |
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CatNYC123
Happy Thoughts
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Cathy
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
I dont have any experience with this but I wish you luck!!
The only I can say, is maybe it's something similar to a diabetic who has to draw blood several times daily. At first, it's REALLY scary and all that but after a few days, you kind of get used to it and it's no biggie anymore.
Hopefully one of the girls will have some good advice.
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| Posted 12/29/10 6:52 PM |
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
do they offer any kind of autoject device?I take daily injections for another medical condition and when DH cannot give me my needles I use it. Its a device you put the needle in and adjust the depth and then just press a button. I agree with you, I would never be able to give myself a needle manually. Maybe you can ask your doctor?
good luck! 
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| Posted 12/29/10 9:04 PM |
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MrsPJB2007
MBA at your service!
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MJ
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
Are the injections like a pen or you have to measure with syringes?
If it's with a prefilled dosage pen -- it's very very easy and not as bad as you think.
I have to do insulin injections, 2 in the morning, 1 before dinner and 1 before bed every single day.
The first few days, it was a little scary, but then it becomes second nature.
Good luck!
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| Posted 12/29/10 10:08 PM |
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Meggo613
im a big girl!
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Megan
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
its def mind over matter... if you really cant do it.. have dh pitch in and do it for you.. i think its easier if someone else does it sometimes. I had a t-pump when i was pregnant with my dd. and i had to change the needle and im a nurse.. i HATED it... but it did get easier and when dh did it it was a breeze!!! good luck! 
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| Posted 12/29/10 10:12 PM |
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azailia
He's TWO already!!!
Member since 9/09 1507 total posts
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Dana
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
it will all be worth it in the end!!
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| Posted 12/29/10 10:52 PM |
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MrsKS
Thank You St. Gerard.....
Member since 12/09 8306 total posts
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Kerri
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
awww Laurie... good luck..
and please post this on Infertility board.. those girls have LOTS of experience with IUI's and the injections.... they will be able to give you pointers and all. they are super nice over there too.
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| Posted 12/29/10 10:55 PM |
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gina409
TWINS!
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
Oh laurie!!! I know its so nerve racking but its all gonna be worth it in the end..when u get nervous just remember why you are doing this!!! Wish I was there to help!!! Love u!!!
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| Posted 12/29/10 11:58 PM |
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BabyLoveBug143
Alyssa Rose is here!!!
Member since 9/10 3288 total posts
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Jessica
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
you can do it Laurie!!! just think of the possible outcome if you do the shots!!!! that is well worth giving yourself a few shots!
praying for you!! i know you are a strong lady and will be able to do it!!!
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| Posted 12/30/10 11:36 AM |
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AngnShaun
Sisters
Member since 1/10 21015 total posts
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Ang
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
GOOD LUCK LAURIE!!!
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| Posted 12/30/10 11:37 AM |
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BabyA
LIF Infant
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Nina24
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
Good Luck!!
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| Posted 12/30/10 3:18 PM |
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IwantAfamily
LIF Infant
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
I used to give my grandma all of her shots and I now give my mom her shots 1x a week! I could never give myself a shot but I can totally do it on someone else
my mom still has a hard time with it and its been years. I remind her to breath and I make sure she talks to me as I'm doing it to keep her mind off of things!
I wish I could help you out! I would do it for you be strong!
any chance you can explain to your dr this and maybe they will let you come in and have a nurse do it for you before they open everyday?
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| Posted 12/30/10 3:51 PM |
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TomLaur0808
LIF Infant
Member since 9/09 88 total posts
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Laurie
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
I want to thank everyone for their support, love & advice. Unfortunately I couldnt do it myself, I drank 1/2 a bottle of wine,chased it w/ a muscle relaxer & still was in total hysterics when it came to actually having to stick a needle in myself. When DH saw I was basically going into nervous breakdown mode, he came over & stuck me while I pinched my skin and has agreed to help me whenever he can. Thank GOD for good husbands!!!!
I am convinced that if I was in a life or death situation where sticking a needle in myself would save me, I would end up dead b/c I would be so scared I'd either give myself a heart-attack from fear or die from not giving myself the shot quick enough. Sad. Hope I never have to be in that situation!
Thanks again ladies & please say prayers that this works for us!
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| Posted 12/30/10 8:49 PM |
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Shelleybean11
Mommy of 2!
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
So glad DH was able to help you I'm not sure I would be able to give myself an injection either! I HATE needles
Good luck!
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| Posted 12/30/10 8:53 PM |
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| Posted 12/30/10 11:37 PM |
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JackiePags
They're the love of my life
Member since 8/10 1299 total posts
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Jackie
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
glad DH was able to help you....Good luck to you!!!
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| Posted 12/31/10 10:31 AM |
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gina409
TWINS!
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g
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
good job thomas!!!!!
i know its hard but all worth it
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| Posted 12/31/10 12:21 PM |
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Teach723
Have faith. Believe. Dream.
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Re: Doing my 1st set of injections & FREAKING out!
Aww, so glad your DH helped you
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