How to prevent stress with TTC?

[Anonymous]

Any tips? I find that I get pregnant when I am relaxed and not focused on it. But I am about to do an IUI where I have to give myself injections, go for testing etc. I am nervous that it won't work because I will be too stressed? Any tips on how to stay calm?

[Anonymous]

Staying calm and relaxed is the best way to go, but it is hard to do when you are being monitored with u/s and b/w. I focused on keeping my mind off the process as much as possible and at the time I stayed away from all internet sites having to deal with IF. I read the posts on this site from time to time but I don't think the majority of the info is helpful while you are cycling.

[Anonymous]

It's hokey but I really found light yoga and meditation super helpful. I had an easy yoga workout video I did and also used a guided meditation CD I got off of Amazon. It was really, really important for me to do this as it was a way to clear my mind, get good vibes going, and feel positive during a difficult time. I used this CD and really recommend it: http://www.amazon.com/Guided-Meditations-Calmness-Awareness-Love/dp/0972441409/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1281741795&sr=8-2

[Anonymous]

yoga and acupuncture worked for me...

[Anonymous]

I tried to stay pretty detached from the process and take it day to day, keeping my hopes in check.

I actually had success on the cycles where I was convinced it didn't work at all and just basically went through the motions.

[Anonymous]

stay off of this forum

[Anonymous]

OMG, lol b/c PP at 17:47 is sooo right!

[Anonymous]

I agree with 17:47 too..the forum is excellent for info, but yeah I am stressing myself out. Need to force myself to stop!

[Anonymous]

I ordered and religiously listened to Anji relaxation CDs...she has them for most fertility treatments (IUI, IVF, IVF with Donor Egg, etc.)

[Anonymous]

I ordered a meditation DVD and did acupuncture -- but couldn't keep myself off the forums because I felt like I had to "talk about" every details of the process with someone, and didn't have friends going through IVF at the time. So I did spend a lot of time on online forums. If it takes you a while (I did 3 IUIs and 2 IVF cycles) -- do NOT hesitate to take a cycle off to take a vacation. I know so many people who have skipped vacations for years because they were afraid it would throw off a cycle but the vacations are very worth it.