I received my phone call from our Nurse on Tuesday April 3rd regarding my blood draw. My vitamin d levels went from 24.25 to 45.79. I have been advised to no longer take a weekly vitamin at this time. We will reevaluate my levels at my next baseline blood draw for our IUI cycle. I know that our vacation in the sun assisted in this increase so I am sure I will be back on a vitamin after a few weeks here at home.
They also reevaluated my TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) levels. If you recall I had mentioned that Dr. Cooper would be keeping an eye on my thyroid and it’s a good thing. My levels from my last draw were 3.96 up from 2.53. Dr. Cooper likes to see these levels at a 2.5 for ultimate baby making. Thyroid–stimulating hormone(TSH) is produced by the pituitary gland, a tiny organ located below the brain and behind the sinus cavities. TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to release the hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) into the blood. If you have a hypoactive (under active) thyroid, you may notice these symptoms: Weight gain, depression, forgetfulness, decreased concentration or fatigue. Hoarseness, feeling cold or sluggish, hair loss, dry skin, round puffy face (seen with a severely depressed thyroid gland), or tingling in your hands/feet. (information found online)
After watching a few of our assigned modules I know that the pituitary gland plays a role in communicating with my ovaries and it makes sense that my levels are out of whack. Dr. Cooper had told me during my Saline Ultrasound that my eggs are stubborn and don’t listen to my brain. Clearly my hormones have a mind of their very own and I am happy to be in the care of Dr. Cooper so that she can monitor my levels step by step.
Jack is scheduled to have a blood draw on April 16th, I am still awaiting the arrival of Aunt Flo, and I will be adding a low dose of synthroib to my morning routine of pills for the next 4-6 weeks. Levothyroxine (Synthroib) is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland.
We are taking this part of our journey one step at a time but we are anxiously awaiting Aunt Flo so we can get this show on the road! I was taking birth control for two weeks after my last period had started so if my research serves me correctly she should be here within the next 2-4 weeks.
We love you Bear, Jackie, and Peanut!
#ourjackofhearts