Just because the big part is over doesn't mean the medications are finished. Currently, I am still taking a prenatal vitamin and folic acid everyday. Ever since the egg retrieval I have been taking a Progesterone oil injection once a day.
What is Progesterone Oil?
A drug to help promote implantation. Progesterone is a naturally occurring hormone which enriches the uterine lining in order to help embryos stick and stay put.
The substance is thick and looks like a very light olive oil.
Administer: intramuscular injection (top part of butt)
Possible Side Effects: cramping, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, headaches, breast tenderness, joint pain, drowsiness, nervousness, increased urination at night
*Notice how all of the side effects are similar to early pregnancy symptoms. It's a terrible mind game.
Another main component to helping my uterine lining has been my diet. I have been ordered by the doctor to take in 100 grams of protein a day. When you say it it doesn't seem like a lot but when you begin to calculate ...let me just tell you. In addition I have been doing my best to stay hydrated with water and other drinks like Gatorade or Pedilyte.
The one wives tale I have read about is that eating pineapple. It is suppose to help with implantation so I have been eating that once a day as well. Can't hurt!!!
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