Hi JBM. I just want to wish you all he luck with ICSI. Its def not an easy time. It takes a lot out of you, physically, emotionally and mentally but it can all be worth it in the end.
We did our first ICSI cycle this time last year, which resulted in a m/c at 7 weeks. Then we did a FET which was a BFN. In July/Aug last year we did another stim cycle and i am about to deliver boy/girl twins this week. Albeit early, but wow what a journey.
Everyone reacts differently to the hormones. I was cranky and emotional, felt very "hot" and flushed with the Synarel!! Second time round i tried to relax more, take it easy and get as much rest as possible. Anything will and can happen, i remember we almost cancelled our last cycle as we were told there were only a small number of follicles.... The IVF nurses are usually pretty good and are there to answer all your questions, its part of the service so make sure you call them if you have any questions.
As for telling people, for me, i confided in some people in my work place that i shouldnt have, and people talked. And they werent all supportive. When i m/c some people just ignored it like it was something they were too scared to talk about. Second time, i kept more to myself and just took things as they came. It was easier like that. I found that the less people who knew, the easier it was. Less questions, less details to be told. And more privacy for DH and I.
Its a big path, and not always easy but you sort of have to take things as they come. Not expect too much, your body will behave (and misbehave!!) and just go with the flow as much as possible. The girls in here are really supportive and im sure they will help you through.
Best of luck and fingers crossed that your journey will be a short one.
x Mel