Hi everyone. I posted a few weeks ago to tell you all my journey of ttc for 5 years x
We recently went to see the specialist again and its all systems go with the ivf treatment. I am due to start injecting next sunday but I just cant get my head around it at all.
I have got a big needle phobia and I keep getting abit panicky about the whole thing.
I have been advised to inject between 4pm-7pm so because of these hours Its looking like I will have to inject myself when really I wanted hubby to do it.
Do any of you have any hints or tips to make it any easier? I have heard you can use emla cream to numb the area but I think its just the whole needle thing not the pain I am dreading. I have never even held a needle in my life!!!!!
Help I'm petrified 😭 x
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You can do it! As weird as it is and scary, it rarely hurts. Occasionally a bit stingy, but that's it. Ask the clinic to help you with a practice run. Then close your eyes and just do it. We are all nervous at first. And most of us never held a needle either! You'll be a pro in no time.
Aw I was terrified too but I honestly never felt a thing when I was injecting. The needles are so fine and because you pinch the skin before you inject you'll feel more from the pinch than you will from the needle if that makes sense. Good luck 😊 x x
I'm terrified of needles and I got really worked up for my 1st needle but once that 1st needle was done I felt so much relief as it wasnt as bad as I expected and thinking of what you get out of the end gave me the courage to go on with them, take your time deep breaths and good luck xx
I was petrified too but it was absolutely fine. Concentrate on your breathing and inject when you breathe out, that helped me. I wanted to use emla too but the hospital told me not too because it can affect treatment. That may just be my hospital so maybe check but I just wanted to let you know. Good luck x
Aww bless you xxx Agree with everyone above - it honestly does not hurt. breathing is a good idea and once you have the tip of the needle in the right place look at something else in the room as you breathe out and think of what an amazing and strong mummy you are going to be. you will be a pro after a few goes - stubbing your toe hurts more xxxxx
Hi everyone, I agree with all. And mine experience with needles was like I pinched then each time I said o my dear baby for you.....and then stabbed xxx I cried each time but what has to be done, has to be xx
Not sure how old you r, or what your history is. I have carpel tunnel in my wrists. My small finger on my right hand gets stiff and painful for awhile then goes away. It sounds like a Neurological problem for sure. Try to see a Neurologist when u can. Good Luck and God Bless!
Hey, I hope you're doing well. Trust me you will be completely fine just have faith in yourself. When you are about to do it just think about the reason why you're doing it. I am sure it will all go well. It is a bit scary at first but then you'll get used to of it. Ask someone from your family or friends to help you out in the start. You can even ask a nurse to come to your home and help you. I guess we all have to confident at some point in life. This is your moment! You can start on the weekend as well and ask your husband to help. You should ask him to watch you do it so that you get the courage. I hope all of this is worth it and you're able to retrieve many eggs. Be prepared to feel bloated by the end of these shots. Best of luck. Sending baby dust your way.
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